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The Estate at Florentine Gardens

5 out of 5 stars and 328 reviews
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Awe-Inspiring Mansion with Gorgeous Grounds

The Estate at Florentine Gardens in River Vale, NJ offers couples both ballrooms and gardens to host wedding festivities in. Magnificent rooms framed by rows of towering windows and expansive landscapes are sure to enthrall guests for a show-stopping evening. At this setting, sophisticated taste and the extraordinary meet for an unforgettable wedding. The Estate at Florentine Gardens is a family-operated business. Run by the Daidone family, the property has been in their care for decades. Guided by a strong work ethic, they are enthusiastic about customizing the venue to fit each and every couple. The large mansion and grounds are ideal for large-scale nuptials. Couples can host 360 guests in the Grand Ballroom and Cocktail Room. When couples reserve this locale for their wedding celebrations, they get the benefit of having the venue entirely to themselves during their event. This ensures that the staff can grant every detail the attention it deserves. The mansion is designed in a Georgian-style, imbuing it with a sense of timelessness and tradition. With tall ceilings and massive chandeliers, every element of the interior decor is dripping in grandeur. Delicate molding and warm wood furniture play off the soft carpeting, giving the space a historic feel. On the grounds, masses of trees tied together with twinkling lights envelope brick patios for a fairytale-esque ambience. Flowering pots, sculptures, and fountains add a touch of architectural interest in amongst the vegetation. Thanks to the patio’s layout, outdoor lighting, and gazebos throughout the exterior, the grounds look charming and romantic in every season. The Estate at Florentine Gardens offers a number of distinctive technological services for couples. Among them is videography through their partner, Sal Travis Entertainment. To ensure that every guest gets the perfect view of the entrances, first dance, and toasts, live video can be shot and displayed on 15-foot screens. They also offer the option of a musical photo montage which can be played as a prelude to the couple’s entrance. Gourmet multi-course meals are provided through their in-housing catering, adding edible elegance to the evening. For the love birds’ convenience, the estate has a selection of trusted vendors suggested on their website.

Amenities + Details

Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Covered Outdoors Space
On-Site Accommodations
Guest Capacity
Up to 300
Settings
Ballroom, Estate, Garden
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Food & Catering, Planning, Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
Hall of Fame2023 Best of Weddings Winner2022 Best of Weddings Winner2021 Best of Weddings Winner2020 Best of Weddings Winner2019 Best of Weddings Winner2018 Best of Weddings Winner2017 Best of Weddings Winner2016 Best of Weddings Winner2014 Best of Weddings Winner2013 Best of Weddings Winner2012 Best of Weddings Winner2011 Best of Weddings Winner

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The Estate at Florentine Gardens Reviews

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Reviewed On 10/30/2023 by Catherine D
Oh my gosh. Book this venue! This was easily the best decision I made for our wedding. Every staff member was top notch. Before we even could think of a want our bridal assistant, Monica, had taken care of it! Denise was our event manager and s...
he was an absolute dream to work with! She was quick to respond and made the entire process stress free and easy. We also booked the in house entertainment with Sal Travis, who is incredibly sweet and so so easy to work with. He got to know us and was able to help create a package that was perfect for us including the mirror Photo Booth, sparkler towers, dramatic lighting, monogram, and the amazing DJ Tony Gia who is well known in the club world and is working professionally across the country as a DJ! Sal was the MC for our reception and everyone loved him! The photo booth was a huge hit too! We had a sort of unconventional funny request to have the real slim shady turned into a piano and violin song played at our ceremony (LOL I KNOW) and they made that happen without any issue and the execution was PERFECT!! The entire team at this venue is not just caring and thorough but they are all so FUN to work with! I truly enjoyed my time with them and all of the stress melted away as I let them take over for the day of. I got to enjoy just being a bride and being present at my wedding, they took care of EVERYTHING! Hiring this venue is saving yourself a world of stress and ensuring a fun day for everyone including the guests, who could not stop raving about the beauty of the venue and how professional and on it the staff were!! I think it’s also important to note that we had a smaller wedding for this venue having a total guest count of about 110 people and we were not swimming in the venue. They rearranged things and it still felt full despite this place serving weddings of 300! Our wedding was a daytime wedding on a Saturday morning and the reception was transformed when the shades went down, everyone felt the night time atmosphere that enables a fun party! Everything was beyond perfect. No matter the size or circumstances they will work with you to find a way to give you your dream and that I guarantee. There is literally not a single thing I can think of that didn’t go perfectly, I don’t even have one constructive criticism or complaint. They are the most fun thorough professionals you’re going to work with. I could go on and on and on about how much I loved this venue, Denise, Sal, Tony, and Monica but unfortunately there is a limited space here. If you’re considering them, DO IT!
Reviewed On 10/17/2023 by Kristy W
Florentine Gardens is truly the most beautiful venue. I fell in love with the grounds on a tour months before my wedding. The staff who worked with us through the process were just the icing on the cake. Sam took such a weight off my shoulders!...
I knew I could rely on her for just about anything and she would answer my emails and questions at all hours of the day and night for basically anything I needed! Hiring Sal Travis’ entertainment team was a no brainer! From the lighting to picking songs for the night, they made the whole process smooth and stress free and the reception hall looked beautiful. The videographer Jesse was such a pleasure to work with the day-of. Everyone was raving about the video of our day and was so stunned it was out together by the end of the night! I know our family and friends had the best time because of DJ Tony Gia! We spoke a couple times prior to the wedding and he totally understood what we wanted making it such a fun party! Last but not least was Lee my bridal attendant! She was absolutely amazing! I genuinely don’t know what I would have done without her the day-of! I could cry thinking about how grateful I am to the team at Florentine Gardens. I knew it was going to be the perfect day marrying my best friend but the staff at Florentine Gardens made it better then I ever could have dreamed.
Reviewed On 10/15/2023 by Kristen S
Outstanding!! Exceeded expectations in every way. Venue is gorgeous on its own. Food was fantastic - and came out hot. No need for a day of coordinator. The bridal attendant and maitre d had everything running smoothly. The girls had breakfast ...
and lunch included and the guys got lunch. The getting ready suites are awesome. Our attendant Leigh was seriously the best and was there with whatever me and my husband needed before we even realized it. It did rain, and honestly I didn’t even have to worry one bit with the new indoor ceremony space and everything being connected inside. I cannot speak higher of this venue!! The whole process was amazing. I cannot believe how on time everything was. We loved working with Ciro and Samantha! and the best was getting to take home leftovers the next morning. They even kept my bouquet in their fridge overnight. Sal Travis In-house entertainment package with Florentine DJ: Tony Gia. Same day video edit: Florentine team. Lighting: All lighting is already hooked up into the venue and only usable when you are using this package. Cloud/Sparklers for first dance: Florentine team. Everything was fantastic. Sal was so easy to work with and took care of everything. Tony was amazing. Our same day edit video was so good. It was awesome being able to watch the video while everyone was saying dessert on the big screen ☺️ We are still waiting on the raw footage / longer video.
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Reviewed On 9/27/2023 by Arianna M
Our wedding was this last Friday, 9/22/23 and WOW it was the BEST DAY EVER!!! We had the opportunity to utilize the venue for the entire day! All my girls got ready starting at 7:30am and let me tell you as soon as we stepped foot into the venu...
e, we were treated like KINGS AND QUEENS for the entire duration of the day/night. Denise was absolutely AMAZING leading up to wedding day making sure all details were in place. We used Sal Travis for our lighting and video which was the best decision ever. We had the most beautiful ceremony music from him. We did the theatrical entrance from the balcony and had overhead projectors which kept the room lively and exciting! Our wrap up video made by Sal was played at the end of the night and left all of our guests in awe. It was so beautiful. Our Mater Dei Jeffrey was phenomenal making sure everything ran smoothly throughout the day and during the reception always at my service if I needed anything at all. My Bridal Attendant was Lee and she was an ANGEL!!! The day would not have been nearly as flawless if she wasn’t there to constantly fix my veil, my hair, hold my bouquet, make sure I had a drink/food. She even changed me into my sneakers when I was ready. She packed up all my belongings for me at the end of the night I barely had to lift a finger. My guests are still RAVING on how this was the best wedding they have ever been to and how it was also the best night of their lives!! If you haven’t booked The Estate at Florentine Gardens yet, you should!!! It was worth every penny!!!
Reviewed On 9/03/2023 by Lori H
Our children, Jackie and Jason, were married at the beautiful Estate at Florentine Gardens September 2. Our experience was fantastic with Samantha, our coordinator. She was always so positive, upbeat, professional and responsive to our needs. S...
al Travis took care of our entertainment needs with ceremony and cocktail hour musicians who were fabulous, ballroom decor, excellent Photo Booth and Shar, our terrific videographer. We love our wrap up video. Sal is always warm and so helpful. Kerry, our bridal attendant was incredibly efficient, calm, well organized and anticipated our every need, many thanks! Also a shout out to or fabulous maitre d who directed our ceremony rehearsal so professionally and was a standout for our needs in the ballroom. Thank you entire management, staff and crew for the most magical wedding possible!
Reviewed On 8/26/2023 by Shauna-kaye A
I can't begin to describe how this venue was everything and more. My words would certainly fail me. From the first phone call with Ciro, to the venue tour...I was awed by the absolute, stunning beauty of Florentine. Ciro was THE BEST to my fian...
ce and I and by the end of our tour, he made us never want to look at any other venue. We just had to book. Sal was so warm and inviting and offers the most unique and unbelieveable entertainment package that leaves your wedding as your talk of the town. OF YOU ARE READING THIS, THE RECAP VIDEO IS WHAT YOU NEED!!! It's been two days and I've already watched it hundreds of times! Thank you Shar for the most amazing videos and being so fun to work with!! Such wonderful work. Samantha my event coordinator was just a dream to work with. Answering emails and messages and ensuring that everything went smoothly was the icing on the cake for me. Upon my arrival...Leegia, the bridal attendant, was the friend I never knew I needed. She was just awesome and professional and maintained this for the entire day. Even if she had to run back and forth one hundred times, she was just so sweet and reassuring. She even has a bridal survival kit! Such a beautiful soul. And then came George, the maitre d, who simply perfected all the details of the night. Very responsive and attentive and kept our wedding in order. The servers and kitchen staff were just top tier in their service. The entire staff at Florentine Gardens made our wedding an absolute dream come true. My guests were certainly floored by how beautiful the venue was. We love you all at Florentine so very much. You've made us truly happy and we couldn't ask more. If you've made it this far in reading my review....MAKE THAT CALL!!!
Reviewed On 8/18/2023 by Marie & Joel P
My husband and I wanted a unique and exquisite venue; one that our guests have never been to. The Estate at Florentine Gardens exceeded our expectations. This venue is luxurious, top notch and exceptional in all aspects. We felt like royalty fr...
om start to finish. Ciro (one of the owners) and Samantha assisted with every facet of the wedding planning process. Ciro was a tremendous help with the menu selections and day-of details. Sal Travis provided excellent consultation on entertainment. From ceremony to reception, Sal & team executed our production needs. The state of the art entertainment system had our guests dancing and amazed throughout the night. On the day of, our bridal attendants Monica & Max took excellent care of us and made our day seamless. They anticipated our needs before we even knew what we needed. Monica was truly God sent for the bride. The servers and bartenders treated our guests like VIPs. The Maitre D and the entire waitstaff provided stellar 5 star service. Most of our guests shared that this was the most beautiful wedding they have ever attended. They are still raving about the beautiful cocktail hour, delicious food and service. Our guests also shared that Florentine Gardens has “THE BEST COCKTAIL HOUR & FOOD.” Thomas Daidone “Proprietor” is kind and has assembled an amazing team that compliments this luxurious venue. Thank you so much Ciro, Samantha, Sal, Monica, Max and the entire staff at The Estates at Florentine Gardens for making our wedding dreams come true. Hands down, THE BEST VENUE IN NJ.
Reviewed On 8/09/2023 by Jessica S
We just had our wedding a Florentine Gardens and cannot say enough incredible things about the venue and their amazing staff. Samantha, our coordinator, worked with us day and night to make sure every detail was perfect. Sal and his in house en...
tertainment was the hit of the party with our DJ being one of the kindest and most easy to work with people. Their professional videography team absolutely killed it with our video and people could not stop talking about it. I have to give the biggest shout out to the bridal attendant, Monica, who from the minute I walked in took care of me and my bridesmaids the entire day and night. She provided water when I didn’t think I needed it, helped bustle my dress, collected my things for me so we could pack the car easily at the end of the night, and overall just made the entire experience so seamless. Thank you to the entire Florentine Gardens team as your professionalism and charm made our wedding a night we will never forget.
Reviewed On 8/06/2023 by Casandra P
I would 100% recommend The Estate of Florentine Gardens for your wedding or special event. As my fiancé and I walked in we were greeted by Denise Downing; Instantaneously we felt comfortable and reassured. (Her professionalism and experience re...
ally made us feel reassured about entrusting her with our special day, and with all the wedding preparations that we didn’t even know where to start with. She made the process so easy!! ) We had toured several other amazing venues prior, but they couldn’t even come close to the Estates. As we toured with Denise were sold even more by the beautiful architecture of the ballroom, gorgeous bridal suites, and stunning outdoor gardens. We thought “wow this venue can’t get any better” then it did when we were introduced to Sal Travis. He is the wizard behind all the amazing lighting, video, and entertainment effects. He added the magic to the already glowing venue. The day of the wedding I had some of the best videographers they were like ninjas, I hardly knew they were there. However, they seemed to capture every precious moment. My bridal attendant Leegia was a god send. She was attentive, sweet, and was always there to help on one of the biggest days of my life. The FOOD… oh my god…one word… DELICIOUS. Everyone couldn’t stop raving on how good it all was, and we have so many very picky eaters that always complain. This time …nothing they were all pleased! The DJ Tony Gia who happens to be their house DJ was fantastic. He was very personable and was able to customize our musical wedding experience. He made sure the music was just loud enough that people could still have a good conversation, and customized the music to who was on the dance floor. Overall, this place was truly MAGICAL. If you are still searching for an amazing venue look no further, this is the place, trust me. (Currently looking to crash someone else’s wedding just to eat here again)
Reviewed On 7/08/2023 by Brandon B
The Estate at Florentine Gardens is the most incredible venue to host an event. On 7/2/23 my wife & I got married there. There is no other place on the planet that I would choose to host my wedding. The second we stepped foot in their magical v...
enue and spoke with Samantha, we knew that it was the one. Besides their flawless and beautiful facilities, they were extremely professional and a pleasure to work with. They were up front, honest and fair the entire process. They built a relationship based on trust and care. We had a two year engagement which led to a lot of excitement and nerves. Samatha was beyond amazing. We spoke and met with her frequently. We had a lot of details, instructions and requests, to which she handled perfectly every single time with a smile on her face. Knowing she was at the helm of the ship made us know everything would work out. While we didn't work with Ciro directly, any time we spoke with him, he was an absolute professional that only wanted to provide us with the day of our lives and boy did they deliver. The day of, their staff was absolutely amazing. The bridal attendant Lee is a superwoman. She was with us the entire day/night and made the day go by flawlessly. She sewed the buttons shut on my shirt so the studs would stay in place, got tough stains out of our clothes and treated us like royalty. The maitre d, George was also fantastic. He was the quarterback making sure the entire event stayed to the schedule and all vendors were on the same page. He did a perfect job! The facilities were stunning, the new indoor ceremony room is out of this world. For two years we planned on doing the ceremony outside and this was non-negotiable. Well day of it was extremely hot and humid, once we saw that room in a second we said let's do it there. The architecture and beauty is remarkable. The cocktail hour room, ballroom, suites are equally beautiful and clean. Lastly, the food at the estate may be the best food I've ever had at an event in my life. If you don't believe me, you can ask our 200 guests that to this day are calling and texting us that it was the most amazing event they've ever been too and they haven't stopped talking about how amazing the food was. The Estate, Samantha and the Daidone family will forever be a part of our family. When I have kids one day I already know where I will be having their Bar/Bat Mitzvahs and one day weddings.
Reviewed On 7/06/2023 by Alexandra M
I cannot say enough about Florentine Gardens and their staff. Samantha helped us from the moment we inquired with Florentine Gardens. She made the process so easy and made sure everything was taken care of from start to finish. We cannot thank ...
her enough!!! Sal Travis and Shar and the rest of the team were absolutely incredible and I can't express how much we LOVED the wrap up video. When we arrived day of, the bridal attendant, Monica, was there to greet us and take care of everything we needed from start to finish, she made the day flow so nicely and was by my side the entire time, she was wonderful! We felt so calm throughout the process thanks to this amazing team!! We cannot thank them enough for making our special day so memorable.
Reviewed On 7/02/2023 by Fannie M
Wow! There are no words to adequately describe our experience at Florentine Gardens!! Everything leading up to the day of the wedding was just a dream due to the professionalism of Samantha. She was simply incredible!!!! The day of was just sim...
ply magical!! From the second we stepped out of the limo our attendant was waiting and there was nothing she and the rest of the staff did not do for us!!! Sal Travis handled our lighting needs and again all I can say is wow!! I was a tough mother of the bride, very type A , and wanted everything absolutely perfect and it was just that, PERFECT!!! There is no reason to have a wedding anywhere but the Estate at Florentine Gardens unless you like second best.
Reviewed On 6/25/2023 by Arlind I
We recently had the absolute pleasure of hosting our wedding at Estate at Florentine Gardens, and we couldn't be happier with our choice. From the moment we stepped foot onto the enchanting grounds, we knew it was the perfect place to say "I do...
." This exquisite venue exceeded our wildest dreams, leaving us with lifelong memories and a heart full of joy. First and foremost, the manicured gardens, blooming flowers, and serene water features provided an idyllic backdrop for our special day. Every corner of the venue seemed to have been meticulously designed to create a magical atmosphere, leaving our guests in awe. The venue's architecture is simply stunning, blending traditional charm with modern sophistication. The majestic ballroom, with its high ceilings and elegant chandeliers, provided the ideal setting for our reception. The space was beautifully adorned and easily accommodated our large guest list, ensuring that everyone felt comfortable and had an excellent view of the festivities. The brand new indoor ceremony area is beautiful and so is the brand new outdoor cocktail room area. What truly sets Estate at Florentine Gardens apart is their exceptional staff. From the very beginning, Ciro and Sal Travis along with the rest of the staff were truly professional, and dedicated to making our wedding dreams come true. They meticulously attended to every detail, taking the time to understand our vision and offer invaluable suggestions. Their expertise and experience shone through in their ability to seamlessly coordinate the event, leaving us free to enjoy every moment with our loved ones. The culinary experience at Estate at Florentine Gardens was nothing short of extraordinary. The masterful chefs created a sumptuous feast that delighted all our senses. The venue also offered a range of additional amenities that enhanced our wedding experience. From the cozy bridal and groom suites, where we prepared for our big day, to the elegant outdoor terrace, perfect for capturing unforgettable photos, every aspect was thoughtfully designed to make our celebration exceptional. Our wedding day at Florentine Gardens was a fairytale come true, and we are forever grateful to the entire team for their dedication and passion. Their commitment to excellence, attention to detail, and unwavering support throughout the planning process and on the day itself made all the difference. If you're looking for a wedding venue that will surpass your expectations and create a magical atmosphere for your special day, look no further than the Estate at Florentine Gardens. You won't be disappointed. We wholeheartedly recommend this exquisite venue to anyone seeking a memorable, romantic, and truly unforgettable wedding experience. Before I finish this review , I just wanted to provide an example of how unreal the service at the venue is. Fast forward to the day of my wedding, three of my groomsmen somehow forgot their dress socks. I asked the assistant (Stephanie) who was assigned to my suite, if the venue had any extra dress socks. After checking for 5 minutes, Stephanie came back to the groom suite and advised me that they did not have any extra dress socks at the venue but they were currently on their way to a store to buy dress socks and within 30 minutes, all three groomsmen had their dress socks. I can't thank the staff at florentine gardens enough for this. Thank you, Ciro & staff, for helping us create the wedding of our dreams!
Reviewed On 4/24/2023 by Amanda C
My wedding was this past Friday, April 21 and everything was beyond our expectations! Ciro, Sal, and my maitre'd, Jorge, were incredible! From start to finish, the day was absolutely perfect. They made sure everything was taken care of - I felt...
like I did not have to worry about one thing! I cannot say enough good things about my bridal attendants, Lee and Monica. Lee was by my side the entire day and thought of everything before I did. They both made me feel so at ease and were there with whatever I needed. They were amazing! DJ Tony Gia was also fantastic! There were people on the dance floor all night and my guests kept raving about the songs he played. He understood exactly what we wanted and he executed it perfectly! My guests also cannot stop talking about the food. There was an abundance of food at cocktail hour and everything was incredible. Overall, my wedding day was everything I dreamed of and more. I cannot say enough about the Florentine Gardens. I want to relive the day over and over again and it is all because of the amazing staff!
Reviewed On 4/20/2023 by Joy W
We had our wedding at Florentine Gardens last week, and we couldn't be happier of our decision to host our big day there. Since the start of the wedding planning journey, Samantha Mayor has been so helpful in guiding us and making sure that ev...
erything was going smoothly. We are so thankful for Sal Travis, DJ Tony Gia, our videographers, and bridal attendants Monica & Lee. Everything went smoothly on the day of our wedding and my husband and I didn't need to worry/stress out about the details because of the trust we had for the staff. Thank you so much!
Reviewed On 3/30/2023 by Jolene S
We had the BEST experience with FG! We used FG's in-house vendors for lighting, video, and music. Sal Travis, along with Denise and Jesse, did our lighting and videography. At first, we were not going to get a videographer, but we're so glad we...
did because their work came out amazing, we did not even notice half the time when they were filming! Tony Gia was our DJ, and we loved him! He is such a nice guy and has an upbeat and friendly personality - he was a lot of fun during the wedding and definitely has a good read on music and the environment he's DJ'ing in. The services provided FG by was impeccable, I would not have changed a thing! Kerry was my bridal attendant, and she was so sweet and really allowed me to enjoy my day without worrying about little things. Jason helped us out for about a year and half, and he was so responsive and professional. Finally, we also keep hearing from our guests that the food and drinks were SO good and plentiful! Overall, would HIGHLY recommend FG for a wedding!!
Reviewed On 3/11/2023 by Katie O
My husband and I were married at The Estate at Florentine Gardens on February 17th, 2023 and our day could not have been more perfect. Our wedding experience was seamless from the day we booked! Ciro and Samantha could not have been more helpfu...
l and accommodating throughout the whole planning process. The were always available to answer our questions, and truly took ALL of the stress out of the planning process. It truly was such a pleasure working with them both, and we will miss doing so! We also booked their In-House entertainment package which was the BEST decision ever. Sal is so kind and gave us so many amazing ideas to really make our reception pop. We are still in awe with how LIT our reception was. DJ Tony Gia (who is included in their entertainment package) is also amazing, he met with my husband and I multiple times before the wedding to ensure our wedding playlist was tailored exactly to our liking...all of our guests still talk about how amazing the music was. Also included in our In-House entertainment package was their Wrap Up video, which is by far one of my favorite takeaways from the day. Their videographer, Shar, truly worked wonders. She made filming the day SO fun, and we had one of the best wedding videos I have seen in our email before our night was even over-there are just no words! Our bridal attendant, Lee and our Maître d', Jorge were also just truly amazing. Anything we wanted or needed was cared for immediately. They were so accommodating, and made the whole day run smoothly. Lee even took 100 photos of my husband and I throughout the day so we would have pictures to reminisce on that night. It is the little things like (which you do not even think about) that really make the difference. Of course, the food was to die for, every guest was blown away. Our guests are still contacting us saying that our wedding at Florentine was hands down the best wedding they have been to in their lifetime. I could not recommend The Estate at Florentine Gardens enough. Our day was nothing short of perfect, there is not a single thing I would change. Love, The Giglios
Reviewed On 2/21/2023 by Sammi W
From the chandeliers to the extraordinary bridal and groom suites to the unparalleled ballroom, Jason, Sal, and his team were so helpful, fun, and kind throughout the entire planning process. Everything is kept pristine, our maître d, Jeff was...
organized and Kerry our bridal attendant was very attentive. Our guests could not stop raving about the food during cocktail hour and the ambiance of the ballroom. We can't thank them enough for creating such an amazing night for our friends and family!
Reviewed On 1/05/2023 by Sarah S
I don’t even know where to begin. Florentine Gardens is absolutely phenomenal! The food, the atmosphere, the grounds, cocktail hour, the ceremony. I can’t say enough positive things about FG. Venue shopping was not fun for us initially; we wen...
t to so many different venues and left feeling defeated. We liked many we visited, but we never left a single one saying “This is it!” Venue shopping was more of “checking the box” for us. It felt like a chore…. After our visit to Florentine Gardens, my fiance and I couldn’t help but smile the entire rest of the day. We knew immediately that Florentine Gardens was where we wanted to get married. It was a no brainer. We had no doubts in our mind that it would be the best decision we’d make. From day one, Ciro made us feel at home. That transferred throughout the process, as he and Sam, our event consultant, helped us navigate planning a wedding with so many unknowns. They answered all our questions and went above and beyond to make us feel comfortable about our day. They were responsive and “real,” which is hard to find during the wedding process. Fast forward to the day of, and it was truly magical. Kerry was my bridal attendant; she was a godsend. A literal angel. She is a dream. The day ran seamlessly, and guests are still raving about our wedding. FG is a fine-tuned machine. Every detail of the day flows together, and hands-down the best decision we made was choosing FG as our venue. We also booked with the house vendor Sal Travis for video, lighting, band, & cocktail hour music. Sal even helped us set up string instruments for our ceremony! (This was a more “last minute” decision by my fiance, and Sal helped us execute it without a blink of an eye!) We used Sal’s team for our wrap up video, which was played the night of our wedding. This was SUCH a great touch, as my husband and I got to sit on the dance floor and see the day unfold. Guests were in awe! Our videographer Jesse did such a phenomenal job and captured the day so eloquently. My husband and I still are blown away every time we watch it. This was available to us THAT evening, in our email inbox as we arrived at our room block. Every single member of the Florentine staff makes you feel like you are on cloud nine. They truly love what they do, and make sure your day is the absolute best. Florentine Gardens is beautiful. It has great food. The ballroom is stunning, The gardens are breathtaking. The lobby is such a wonderful first impression. BUT the real beauty lies within the staff and service that go above and beyond for you and your guests. They are truly one of a kind, and I cannot thank them enough for making our day the absolute best.
Reviewed On 1/02/2023 by Michele P
Where do I even begin? Booking our wedding at Florentine Gardens was the best decision we ever made. We fell in love with the beautiful and elegant venue when we toured and then after meeting the staff & reading reviews ourselves, we also booke...
d majority of Florentines preferred vendors. We have zero regrets as our wedding day was absolutely perfect & sooo many guests said it was the best & most fun wedding they’ve been to and the best food/ cocktail hour they’ve ever had! Planning a wedding can be stressful and time consuming, but from the very beginning, the staff at Florentine helped to make the planning process as simple, stress free and fun as possible. Samantha, our event consultant, is such an amazing person. She didn’t ever make us feel pressured during the booking process, she communicated with us about all the details, responded quickly to questions, made herself available at all times, and on the night of the wedding helped to make sure everything ran smoothly. Thank you Sam for your hard work and event planning skills - you’re truly one of a kind and without you, we wouldn’t have had this amazing wedding day! We also booked with the house vendor Sal Travis for video, lighting & cocktail hour music. Our video was so touching and so impressive. The team had our “wrap up” video done and emailed to us the night of our wedding at midnight- it was so special to recap the next morning with our families - we were absolutely all blown away. I’ve watched it probably 100 times since! Our videographer, Jesse, is clearly so talented and such a pleasure to work with! We had so much fun with both our photographers & videographers. Jesse captured the most beautiful moments of our day and we will cherish this video forever- thank you so much. Lighting and extras (smoke for the first dance & sparkler towers) truly do make a difference and we’re so happy Sal was so kind to set us up with all of this! I’m not sure anyone worked as hard as our maitre d Jeff & Bridal Attendant, Monica. These two are such amazing and special people! Jeff ensured the night ran smoothly, and made sure my husband and I were very well taken care of. Every time we turned around on our wedding night, there was a member of the Florentine staff asking if we needed anything. This went for our parents as well. They raved about the service & the amazing staff. Monica is an Angel. She greeted me at the limo from the time I arrived from church and was with me the entire night. I can’t thank Monica enough for just being so kind & patient! The hard work and kindness of the Florentine staff the night of our wedding means so much to us… We highly recommend this venue - not only for its obvious beauty & elegance but for the outstanding staff and service, food, & vendors. I could never have dreamt a more amazing wedding day. We will cherish these memories forever!
Reviewed On 12/16/2022 by Angela S
Every single person at the Estate at Florentine Gardens went above and beyond for us! Ciro and Sam were a great help figuring out our menu, seating arrangements, and other small details. Sal was incredibly friendly and accommodating when workin...
g through all the entertainment details. DJ Tony Gia was perfection! He worked in all of our must-play songs and played great to our crowd! The whole day was perfect and the entire staff was professional and lovely. We can’t recommend this place enough!
Reviewed On 12/15/2022 by Sarah S
Florentine Gardens made the best day our lives EVEN better! They blew us away - with their professionalism, unbelievable staff, beautiful venue, amazing food. Working with Samantha, our wedding coordinator, made the whole wedding process so muc...
h easier. She is extremely accommodating, with such a bubbly personality, and helped us feel right at home at Florentine the second we walked in the doors for our first tour. When we got introduced to Sal, we knew the music would be rocking. Sal and the House Band did more than we asked for and beyond. Every single guest mentioned how unbelievable the band was - the dance floor was packed the entire night! Our videographer Shar captured our day and night perfectly and our wrap up video still brings me to tears when I watch it. My bridal attendant Monica was more than amazing. She was always one step ahead of me and was there whenever I needed her. Choosing Florentine Gardens as our wedding venue was truly the best decision we ever made!
Reviewed On 12/05/2022 by Stephanie G
I got married here on July 8th 2022 and it was amazing! Florentine is hands down the best wedding venue! The staff are on top of everything and made our day so seamlessly perfect! I had Monica as my bridal attendant and I could not have gotten ...
through the day without her! She was amazing! My Videographers Shar and Sal ( also through Florentine) were FANOMINAL as well! Lastly, Ciro was absolutely amazing. He gave us everything and more. He made my husband's and my dreams come true! He was with me every step of the way and calmed every nerve I had! My guests are still talking about how amazing the food was! You are making a mistake by not getting married here!
Reviewed On 12/05/2022 by Elizabeth O
The Estate at Florentine Gardens was everything my Husband and I had imagined. We were paired with Jason Gentile, one of the Operations and Sales representatives and we could not have been more thrilled. Not only did he go over every detail and...
answer all our questions, but he was always so reassuring and made sure that we had everything we needed to plan our big day. He, along with his partners Jeff and Kerry were terrific the night of. They made great suggestions that kept the party rolling and the guests entertained. I can't thank the Estate at Florentine Gardens family enough for welcoming us and allowing us to celebrate our wedding with them. I couldn't have imagined our wedding anywhere else! Thank you so very much! Music at a wedding can make or break the night of the wedding. I'm so happy to say that my Husband and I were thrilled with Sal Travis and his Band's performance. The 13 piece Band covered all genres had the widest range of entertainment I have ever seen. I highly recommend adding the Piano and Saxophone player to the cocktail hour. Live performance just sets the atmosphere up for a successful night. During the night, the Singers were happy to get on the dance floor to keep the dance floor alive and even had my Husband sing a few lines of one or two songs. He loved it! We as well as our guests were blown away by the talent Sal's Band provided and they will be the talk of the town in our family for quite some time. Thank you so Much Sal and please let everyone in the band know that we appreciate them too!
Reviewed On 11/24/2022 by Alexis P
11/11/2022 could not have gone any better! We are still in awe of how our day went at Florentine. Not only our day but our entire experience. We fell in love with Florentine the moment we walked in and booked on the same day! Our two-year exper...
ience to our wedding day was great. Samantha and Cira are both fantastic people and personalities! Our wedding day was perfect, from the food to the hospitality. Thank you to the Florentine team for an absolutely amazing experience. We are so happy we chose your venue <3
Reviewed On 11/20/2022 by Nick K
Florentine was the absolute best. I really can’t put into words how amazing every last person there was. Between Jason, Sal, Tony , Jesse, Monica and every other staff that made our big night perfect. It was everything we were dreaming of and m...
ore. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts everything was truly amazing.
Reviewed On 11/14/2022 by Rachelle M
My husband and I had the best wedding. We are grateful for Jason, Sal, Videographer Char, Bridal Attendant Monica, and the rest of the Florentine Garden staff for helping us plan our wedding and worked hard to ensure our day went smoothly.
Reviewed On 11/10/2022 by Matthew C
My husband and I got married Friday, November 4th and OMG is Florentine beyond phenomenal!! We booked in 2020 and have been planning our wedding for over 2 years and Florentine gave us everything we dreamed of and more! Ciro from the first day ...
we met with him was so approachable and so easy to work with. Any questions we had from beginning to end, him and Samantha were always there in a heart beat. They are the most family oriented venue that you will have zero regret booking with. One thing my husband and I must say, you always hear people telling you “you never really enjoy your own wedding” or “you don’t even get to enjoy the food at your wedding” etc. Well at Florentine, they prove all that to be false!! We literally ate and enjoyed everything that night. We took in every single minute and not one minute of it was a blur. It was the most relaxing, pampering, fun day ever!!! We even sat back in our chair and looked around the room to take in everything that was going on. We truly rate Florentine 10000/10 as by far the best wedding venue. Guests cannot stop talking about it and even have been calling and texting us the past few days how they cannot get over the event we pulled off! Our wedding was seriously beyond what we asked for and we promise you will not be disappointed booking with Florentine. Every single penny for everything was so worth it!!!!! The next day we went to pick up our personal items and they sent us home with about 15 trays of food!!! Unbelievable!!
Reviewed On 10/17/2022 by Laura G
The Florentine Gardens is the most perfect wedding venue! From their warm and welcoming staff they made our wedding day absolutely perfect! Maria, made us feel like family right from the start! Her kindness and attention to detail made our day ...
absolutely perfect! Her staff was wonderful the day of! The maitre d’ Jeffery made our day run so smoothly! He made sure that we were happy with everything, and was more then accommodating to all of our guest! Leigh and Caren were amazing bridal attendants and made sure I didn’t need to worry about anything! Our guest are still raving about how amazing the food was! From cocktail hour to dessert the food was plentiful and had our guest leaving full! If you are looking for an elegant, fun and romantic wedding venue look no further the Florentine Gardens is that place!
Reviewed On 10/11/2022 by Naomi M
The Estate at Florentine Gardens was an absolute dream to work with for our wedding day. Leading up to the wedding, Sal Travis, Samantha, and Ciro were incredible at answering all my fiancé's and my questions promptly, thoroughly, and with pati...
ence and kindness. Sal was essential in helping us choose the lighting, order of events during the reception, and was overall very friendly and knowledgeable in all parts of the day. Ciro gave us great recommendations regarding the food for cocktail hour and the reception, and our guests had nothing but great things to say about the food and drinks that day. The venue itself is beautiful, clean, and has an incredible atmosphere, especially for the bride who likes some dramatic flare, high ceilings and chandeliers, incredible acoustics, and a classic ballroom aesthetic. On the day of, everything ran extremely smoothly. The videographer, Shar, was very professional and created an extremely beautiful video of our preparation, first look, and ceremony. In particular, my bridal attendant, Lee, and her sister, Karen, were incredible. They were detail-oriented, made sure my bridal party and I had everything ready to go for the big day, and had the kindest, most calm, and highly professional demeanor. In fact, while many people told my fiancé and me that we would not have time to eat, Lee and Karen made sure we got something to eat and drink both before the ceremony and during the reception. Their eye for detail was incomparable. The most complimented part of our day was Sal's House Band. Many people attending our wedding (including myself!) are professional musicians, and I had many people come up to me and rave about how phenomenal the band was. As a musician, the singers were expressive and fun and had great voices and style, and the entire band had a great cohesive ensemble. They played everything spectacularly. If you are planning on getting married in the New Jersey area, I would HIGHLY recommend using this venue.
Reviewed On 10/10/2022 by AlexaRae A
How do I even begin to explain the BEST DAY OF OUR LIVES! Truly from start to finish. I’ll begin by saying as soon as we entered Florentine for the first time we were in awe of the beautiful Building and we knew this was our place! We were al...
so greeted by Denise who treated us like you were family! And threw out the process we were introduced to more of Florentine incredible staff! Amanda Rae Events Styling Co. is who we choose to make our vision for our wedding come to life! Without her I don’t think it would have been possible to make that dream a reality. From beginning to end she was constantly on top of it all! From helping us choose Bart at Dahlia florist that was nothing but amazing with his staff. Everyone couldn’t stop talking about the Incredible and I do mean Incredible centerpieces! To Shannon at Creationari who created all our beautiful elegant embossed invitations & matching Stationery To Sal Florentines Director of Entertainment who has to be the nicest guy who just wants to help you have the ultimate fun at your wedding. He told us to choose Dj Tony Gia… There was not one person who wasn’t dancing the night away! And his awesome Staff put together a short video of the day that we got to show our Guest that night!!! If your foodies like me and my Husband….. Florentine does not disappoint!! Can you say HOLY COCKTAIL HOUR!!!! Your guest do NOT leave hungry! Dinner is like eating at a 5 Star restaurant! And desserts are beyond delicious! Anything we wanted or needed the staff was always gracious and went above & beyond like finding Portuguese pastries for our Portuguese crowd! The day of Our Maître D‘ was awesome when our bus arrived and he told the bridal party leave your stuff we will bring it all in…. I Think my Bridal party was in shock! He was everything a Maitre D should be! Monica was our Bridal attended who was so sweet and to explain how attentive she was … she helped me put the badges on my feet at the end of the night🤍 If your looking for the most amazing night of your lives and a wedding that your Guest tell you was the wedding of the Century!! Florentine Gardens is the Place and will forever be considered family 🤍
Reviewed On 10/08/2022 by Kimberly D
Working with Maria, Sal, DJ Tony, Jesse, bridal attendant Lee , and the whole entire staff at Florentine Gardens was a wonderful experience. Each and every staff member helped our wedding to be everything and more than what we could’ve pictured...
and imagined! Staff was very responsive, accommodating, helpful, and kind. Would recommend this venue to anyone who is considering! I literally cannot put into words that will do justice for how wonderful my husband and my experience was !
Reviewed On 9/29/2022 by Naomi G
Five stars is NOT enough stars to truly express how amazing this FULL SERVICE venue is. The best decision ever was to book this amazing, stunning venue. From the start, we were taken care of and guided by our amazing rep Samatha. She answered e...
very question with expertise and kindness. She was alway reachable, always professional and so helpful. The venue itself is UNREAL - truly a mix of modern, marble, beautiful with the grandiosity of a ballroom, with stunning chandeliers. The day itself ran beautifully, thanks to our amazing bridal attendant Lee and our incredible maitre d Jeff. Lee hung up each set of PJs, set up the room, anticipated my every need and was SO kind and calm. She carried my train with me during pictures, held my bouquet, and re-applied my lip gloss. She was truly my savior that day. When some of the groomsmen forgot their linen pocket squares, she HAND MADE them replacements. I never had to worry on my wedding day thanks to her and Jeff. Jeff, who was an amazing maitre-d, ran a tight ship, always listened to our preferences, and orchestrated a day that our family and friends are still telling us had no mistakes, flaws, or hiccups. And this is while orchestrating Sri Lankan dancers, a multi faith ceremony and a large group of guests. We were truly amazed and blown away. I am a type A bride and never imagined I could actually disconnect and enjoy, but thanks to EVERYONE at this venue, I was able to truly enjoy my day. LAST BUT NOT LEAST is the food. Our cocktail hour was so many stations that some people thought that was the dinner. People were amazed how delicious the food was, the variety and professionalism of the staff (covering food when people walked away from their meals, offering seconds of the main course, table-side bar service). DO NOT LOOK ANY FURTHER - BOOK THIS AMAZING VENUE!!!!!!!! I am forever grateful that I did.
Reviewed On 9/20/2022 by Dan G
We got married at Florentine Gardens on 9/3/22. Since the day we first visited, our experience has been nothing short of perfect! People talk about the horrors of wedding planning, but we experienced none of that. Ciro & Samantha had us taken c...
are of from the jump. They kept us calm, listened to us, gave great advice, and worked with every aspect of our wedding to make things as easy as possible. We went with the House Entertainment Package, (the House Band, Videography, and Lighting), after meeting with Sal Travis. Sal also listened to us, gave us great feedback, and took care of us at each step. The team really could not have made things easier for us leading up to the wedding. They met with us whenever we asked and answered emails/calls/texts at all all hours and any day of the week. Chloe & the bridal party got ready in the upstairs bridal suite. Her bridal attendant, Kerry, took care of EVERYTHING, fixing dresses, food/drinks for the bridal party, working with vendors, taking care of Chloe without being over involved. Kerry is amazing! Jeffrey, the maitre-d, kept us on schedule from the first look to the rehearsal, to entrances, dances and cake cutting. The staff took great care of us! We had our wedding ceremony outside in the garden, and it was beautiful! The grounds look perfect, and our guests could not stop talking about it throughout the night. Sal had a violin and keyboard player, and they were fantastic! We chose all the songs that were played, with great advice from Sal, and they played them perfectly! Cocktail hour could not have been a bigger hit. The food was plentiful and delicious, and there was so much of it that our guests assumed that was the food for the whole night! Chloe and I were brought downstairs to the bridal suite after the ceremony and the staff brought us a plate of each food item at the cocktail hour. It gave us the chance to regroup and eat before having to mingle and welcome all of our guests. And it was delicious. The Reception was INCREDIBLE. We entered to the band playing Enter Sandman, and they crushed it! We knew they were good going into the night, but they continued to blow us away. As soon as our first dance was done, the dance floor was packed the rest of the night and everyone loved the band. Sal also worked with us to coordinate cultural songs, so both our Greek and Jewish families felt involved and loved. Throughout the day, the videographer, Evan, worked with us through the whole process. The video they took was fantastic, from getting ready in the morning, to drone shots of our first look, they really covered all their bases. Evan made a 6 minute cut that played on massive projector screens after the last song of the night was played. Chloe and I were not sure we wanted this originally, but the crowd LOVED IT, and so did we! Dinner was incredible, and after people finished their plate, they were given the option to try the dishes they didn't order. We had the Viennese dessert, and once again, our guests have not stopped talking about it. It was hands down the best dessert and display of desserts we have ever seen. From top to bottom, day one until after our wedding, Florentine Gardens went above and beyond! It was better than a dream come true because we could never have imagined such a perfect day. Thank you so much to Ciro, Sal, Samantha, Kerry, Jeffrey, Evan, the band and everyone on your team for such an incredible experience!
Reviewed On 9/12/2022 by Anthony R
We don't even know where to begin! This venue was absolutely incredible and did an amazing job in creating the most memorable, perfect day of our lives. Just the venue alone is breathtaking and all our guests were blown away at what a gorgeous...
place this is. The food is also to die for! Our wedding coordinator, Jason, was with us the entire step of the way. He went above and beyond in making sure everything came together perfectly. The entire team there feels like a big family and they shared in all our wedding excitement with us. The in-house entertainment here is unmatched. Sal Travis and his team produced the most amazing elements that made the entire wedding feel like a movie. The videographer, Jesse, was so great to work with and produced the most amazing wrap-up video and we were blown away with how it turned out. Our guests were stunned by all the theatrical elements in our wedding and it made the whole day unforgettable for everyone. No wedding here would be complete unless you use Sal Travis' in-house entertainment for lighting and theatrical/video elements. This venue and their staff were constantly exceeding our expectations even up to the day of our wedding. Our Maitre'D, Jorge, is a pro. His presence throughout the whole wedding was noticed by us and all our guests. He proved that this place knows exactly how to put together the perfect wedding you could imagine. And last but certainly not least, our bridal attendant, Lee. She was by our side the entire day, and we will never forget how incredible she was and how special it was to share that day with her. She was one step ahead of us the entire time and not only took care of us, but our parents and whole wedding party. Every single day-of detail that we did not even think of ourselves, this venue and their staff had it all covered. They know exactly how to give you the best wedding of your dreams!
Reviewed On 9/12/2022 by Monica N
I CAN NOT SAY ENOUGH GREAT THINGS ABOUT THIS VENUE. And yes, caps are necessary. First, let me just say that my husband and I (wow first time writing that) live in Manhattan and toured just about every beautiful venue in the city and NJ. Absolu...
tely nothing compared to the feeling we got when we walked inside Florentine - not just the amazing decor that’s in perfect brand new condition but the people. THE PEOPLE! We felt like home. Consider this my love note to Sam (our event consultant) - who treated me like family as soon as we walked through the doors and 24/7 throughout planning. I would email Sam at crazy weird hours with random questions and she would answer immediately. Sam made planning SO easy I can honestly say I never really stressed about anything … Sam and the staff took care of it and THEN some. Anything I wanted they made it happen and executed it perfectly. And Sal!! Sal is such a doll and was so so helpful. The entertainment, lighting, musicians were PERFECT. The 360 mirror was such a hit my friends and family can’t stop talking about that. Our singer, Anthony, was absolutely amazing. Another thing my guests won’t stop talking about is THE FOOD - OK so I am a total foodie (Italian New Yorker) and I was BLOWN AWAY just like all of my guests were by the food. Absolutely delicious. Better than fine dining restaurants I’ve been to. The Estate at Florentine Gardens gave me the wedding of my dreams and I’ll never know how to thank them!
Reviewed On 9/05/2022 by Jordyn G
My husband and I got married on 9.2.22 and it was the BEST night of our lives. From the second we walked into the venue, Maria made us feel like we were the only people in the world. We were in so amazed by the actual venue and everything they ...
included for us that it was impossible not to book there! We then got in touch with Sal who was in charge of entertainment. He was nothing short of incredible and helpful! Every suggestion he made and vendor he gave us were nothing short of perfect. The day of we used Shar and her team as our videographers and she was great! The video clips we’ve seen so far were absolutely gorgeous at every angle.. we tear up every time. She was funny and knew so much about what she was doing! For the after party, we used DJ Tony Gia and he kept the party going until we actually had to get kicked out because of how much fun we were having dancing. I loved that he did not retreat from the music I chose even when one of my bridesmaids requested a song. And last but certainly not least, my bridal attendant Monica was an angel sent down to earth. There was NOTHING she couldn’t do or at the very least try to do! Before the wedding I remember she was sewing one of my bridesmaids buttons it was incredible! Monica was so attentive and so sweet. I don’t think my day would have been as smooth if it wasn’t for her. I could not recommend this venue enough. It was the most perfect way to start our lives as husband and wife!
Reviewed On 9/02/2022 by JESSIKA R
This Vendor is amazing!!!!!! I did a lot of research before deciding and compared various places, which were nice as well but this one stood out for their beauty, friendliness, professionalism and amazing services. Everything they provide is s...
o beautiful. The food is amazing and it was all the guests raved about post wedding. People were in awe with the beauty, the delicious food and the service. They felt so attended to is what they all said. Every time we meet with Ciro, Samantha and Sal Travis, they were kind and helpful and helped lessen the anxiety and stress we were feeling. I always felt that I was paying for peace of mind, among other things because they took care of everything for us. And I had more than enough on my plate, that it was so refreshing to not have to worry about the Venue, the food, the entertainment, the aesthetics, the lighting and all the other little details. DJ Tony Gia was amazing. I’m not musically inclined and I was so busy that I couldn’t even make a list of what songs to play. I gave him a few of my favorites and from there he figured out what to play. He was also amazing in that he was flexible with his music and he knew how to read the room and adapted to a bilingual and multi generational crowd. I loved how he gave me peace of my mind and picking the music playlist was not part of my tasks. He was great at keeping the crowd entertained. Sal Travis and videographer Jesse were so amazing with our wrap up video and ceremony video. It brings me tears every time I watch it. It’s so beautiful and truly an amazing memory to have. The lighting was beautiful and even our photographer said she was amazed at how they were the only venue she has photographed where the spot lights were always on us and it helped her take beautiful pictures. Our maitre’d Jeffrey and bridal attendant Kerry were also amazing. I loved how I felt so taken care of. They really took care of us. I truly felt I didn’t have to worry about anything- they managed the whole evening and told me what to do and told all the guest what to do. We truly paid for exceptional service and peace of mind, among being such a beautiful magical place. Forever grateful for the staff and how the made the day so flawless and amazing.
Reviewed On 8/18/2022 by Ellena C
We felt confident that our wedding day was going to be perfect after booking with Ciro at Florentine Gardens. Him and Samantha are a dream to work with. The entire team is professional, attentive, thoughtful and genuine. This a place that knows...
what they are doing!! My bridal attendant Lee was literally my best friend for the day. But not only that, she attended to my whole bridal party, I don't know how she managed all of that! I am so happy to have gotten to work with her. She was amazing, I don't think I could have made it through the day without her. She anticipated my every need and helped me stay calm on the biggest day of my life. My husband and I could not be more grateful for the perfect wedding experience. It truly is a day we will never forget. All of our family and friends cannot stop complimenting the day. Especially the venue and how it was "the best wedding they have ever gone to", and many of these people are hard to impress. From the food to the incredible service and the beauty of the venue, this is truly a perfect wedding venue. If you are on the fence, don't be, this is as good as it gets. And a family owned business too! Just incredible.
Reviewed On 8/18/2022 by Christina M
I do not know where to even begin. The team at Florentine are just as incredible as the striking appearance of the venue. We worked with Jason throughout the entire process and he was nothing short of amazing. He answered all of our questions a...
nd made everything leading up to the day seamless. Our bridal attendant, Monica, was absolutely incredible - from helping me with my dress, helping setting up the bridal suite, helping my mom with her dress, & so much more! I will forever be thankful for having Monica on my special day. The maitre d', Jeffrey, was also magnificent!! We also went with the House Band at Florentine Gardens and call not say enough good things - all of our guests were out on the dance floor all night long!!
Reviewed On 8/17/2022 by Lauren P
This venue exceeded our expectations in every way possible. We worked with Ciro, Sam and Sal while planning our big day and they went above and beyond to give us the day of our dreams. We used almost all of the in house vendors and they were in...
credible. Our videography was through Sal Travis Entertainment and we had Shar and Evan. They were amazing!! Our wrap up video was ready before the wedding was over and they played it during the transition from the reception to the after party. Guests were blown away!! DJ Tony Gia played for our after party and it was a non stop party from 12-1:30ak on a Sunday. My bridal attendant Lee was an angel sent from heaven. She was by my side for 16 hours straight without being overbearing, she was incredible!! Honestly I couldn’t even imagine a better possible venue. They check every box. Our guests are all reaching out to us to tell us it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to from the food, the space, to the party. Book now!!!! You will most definitely NOT be disappointed!!!!
Reviewed On 8/05/2022 by Hannah V
The kindness and level of professionalism sold us!! We are so happy with our experience at The Estate at Florentine Gardens and cannot recommend them enough. The attention to detail blew us away and the staff exceeded our expectations. Our gues...
ts are still raving about this beautiful venue and their staff! We were in awe of the staff's dedication and ability to anticipate our needs, especially my Bridal Attendant, Lee. Me, my bridal party, and my mom keep talking about how much we miss her! We chose to hire the in-house videographer, Jesse, and DJ Tony Gia. We loved their hard work and efforts in getting to know us as a couple to help make our wedding extra special. We loved DJ Tony's song choices for all of those little "in between" moments, too. And our guests were blown away by the quick video turn around of Jesse! We honestly chose this venue because Denise was so accommodating and kind, making her so easy and enjoyable to work with! We honestly have nothing but the best things to say about our wedding and so do our 200 guests!
Reviewed On 7/29/2022 by Sheila B
I can't possibly say enough wonderful things about the Estate at the Florentine Gardens and their incredible, diligent team! From start to finish, the groom and I were well taken care of, making each transition of our day seamless. Sal Travis a...
nd Tony Gia had the dance floor packed all night, nailing our huge bridal party's individual entrances and capturing their personalities. They were so attentive and spent so much time guiding us through the big day, reassuring us each step of the way. Lee, the bridal attendant was a God-send! Before I could even finish a sentence, she would come to my rescue with anything I needed. Jeffrey, our matire'd has the patience of a Saint and made everything seem so effortless and calm. It was supposed to rain during our ceremony and I had always dreamt of an outdoor ceremony and Jeffrey said "we will make anything you want a reality". That quote has resonated with our entire experience with the Florentine, from start to finish. Don't even think twice or hesitate, this is the ONLY place to have an amazing wedding that will leave a long-lasting impression!
Reviewed On 7/21/2022 by Chiara R
I am so happy I went with this venue! 1 wedding at a time and exceptional service! The food was incredible. An amazing cocktail hour and Viennese hour. The venue is kept immaculate! My bridal attendant Keri and Jeff were outstanding! I do not...
have enough good things to say! Literally my dream wedding, thank you!
Reviewed On 7/19/2022 by Gehan N
This Venue is the true definition of white glove service!! I want to thank this team Maria, Denise, LES (THE MOST AMAZING BRIDAL ATTENDANT) , George (THE BEST WEDDING MAITRE D IN THE BUSINESS), SAL (LIGHTING/VIDEO/MUSIC GENIUS), and everyone el...
se that was apart of my wedding day!! I had 15 bridesmaids and 15 groomsmen so getting all of these people together was very demanding. I also had 3 custom songs for the ceremony and they made everything so flawless. This is where you have your wedding if you want a truly flawless, memorable day!!
Reviewed On 6/02/2022 by Martine S
To Denise, Sal, and the entire FG Team, We wanted to take this opportunity to thank you all for helping make the most special day in our lives absolutely PERFECT!!! We knew the FG was a special place during our first visit meeting Denise last...
October and you did not disappoint! From day one, you’ve made this process so easy and expertly guided us to create the day we imagined. Everything promised was executed with shear perfection, and above our expectations! We appreciated all the guidance from your recommended vendors ( especially Dhalia Florists, with Bart, Cecylia and their team and our photographers Milton Gil, Louis, Ana and Tony )! Denise, we can’t thank you enough! You truly went above and beyond to make sure every detail was covered, your guidance, support and positive energy are truly appreciated. Lee, my bridal attendant was by my side all day! So graceful, attentive to details and just amazing! Jorge led his team, and transitioned our originally planned garden ceremony, into a beautiful outdoor tent option due to last minute rain; with ease( and no one knew the difference). It was just beautiful! The additional details to make our day special provided by Sal Travis and his team (DJ Tony, photo booth, sparklers, fog and videographer Evan ) were a bonus and unique surprise to our guests. Evan, we can’t stop watching the video; the rapid turnaround with memories captured to last a lifetime. We are beyond happy with our choice to celebrate our wedding at the Estate of Florentine Gardens. Our hearts are full! Thank you again, M &L 5-22-2022
Reviewed On 5/19/2022 by Danielle A
I cannot even put into words what an amazing experience my husband and I had at our wedding with Florentine Gardens. From the moment we met with Ciro back in August of 2020 to tour the venue, we felt SO special and SO confident. Ciro and Samant...
ha have been unbelievably amazing to work with. They are both so easy-going, responsive, helpful, and knowledgeable about the wedding business. We also booked all of our entertainment through Sal Travis, and I cannot tell you enough good things about him. Meeting with Sal always put a smile on our faces - he was always so calm, reassuring, kind, and funny. Sal provided us with world-class lighting in the ballroom throughout the entire night, a mirror photo booth (which guests are still raving about!), videography, and a DJ. Our videographer, Shar, was an absolute gem. She was friendly, funny, and made my husband&I feel SO comfortable in front of the camera. She captured our best moments throughout the day, and we can't wait to re-live the memories through watching our video. In the meantime, we have an UNBELIEVABLE highlight video that was completed, edited & SHOWN to our guests at the end of our wedding night. This feature is all our guest's favorite part of the wedding - people LOVED watching the recap video on the same night of the wedding! It was really special for my husband and I, as well. DJ Tony Gia absolutely ROCKED the house from the second he started playing music. As soon as my husband and I met with him for the first time, we knew he was the perfect DJ for us. He knew exactly what we wanted & what styles of music we were looking for. He listened to our must-plays, and did a really good job integrating the Israeli music that we requested throughout the night. Our 250 guests were on the dance floor ALL night, and even chanted for an encore after DJ Tony Gia was done playing (but of course, we got our encore). The day of the wedding was absolutely flawless. The entire team at Florentine Gardens just really KNOWS how to throw a wedding. My husband and I felt absolutely NO stress from the second we arrived in the morning, and the whole team made everything flow seamlessly. My bridal attendants, Monica & Sheyla, were my backbone on the wedding day - constantly pampering my girls & I, knowing when I needed my hair/make-up touched up, and guiding me through all our photos. They made sure we were all well-fed & hydrated, and they were really just on their A-game. Our Maitre'd, George, was also just phenomenal. He was so nice & made the day run perfectly. Everything was on time, everything went exactly according to schedule - and he made sure my husband and I didn't worry about a thing. We constantly had our favorite drinks in our hands, and they never let us be empty-handed! I can't say enough about the incredible food throughout the entire day at Florentine Gardens. We still have guests absolutely RAVING to us about the food at our wedding. There was such an abundance throughout the night, and every thing that was served was 11/10. The bartenders & servers were incredible, serving 250 people without any lines being formed. The grounds are STUNNING, the service is impeccable, the staff is nothing short from professional and perfect. I can confidently say I had NO stress around my wedding from the day I booked at Florentine Gardens. Everything was easy, seamless, and beautiful. I cannot recommend this place enough.
Reviewed On 5/03/2022 by Caroline C
I don’t even know where to begin…everything about Florentine Gardens and their staff is incredible. We got married on 3/25/22 and it was an absolute dream. From when we started planning our wedding in September of 2020 right through the wedding...
date, the process was stress free, enjoyable, and exciting. Maria, the General Manager, was always one step ahead of us, answering our questions before I even had to ask them. She is so incredibly organized and was absolutely wonderful to work with. We always looked forward to our meetings with her to discuss our wedding details! She made planning our wedding so much fun-it was so nice to never have to be worried about anything when it came to our venue. We also worked with Sal Travis on our music/lighting/video/entertainment and he was also absolutely wonderful. From our very first meeting through our wedding date he was so organized, kept us informed on everything, answered all my questions so quickly, and got us so excited for our wedding! Although Florentine Gardens has so many events each year, they truly make you feel like your wedding is their top priority. When our wedding day arrived, everything about it was absolutely perfect and it was all thanks to the staff at Florentine Gardens. My bridal attendant, Stephanie, was there for me the entire day, doing everything from steaming my bridesmaid's dresses, to getting me food/water/drinks, to bustling my dress, and more-anything I needed she was there. Equally as incredible was our Maitre’D Jeff, who kept everything flowing so smoothly and everyone organized throughout the entire night. Our DJ, Tony Gia (who we booked through Sal Travis Entertainment at Florentine) was incredible. He is so passionate about what he does and it shows in his work-the music was a perfect mix to get all guests up and dancing the entire night! One of the most incredible parts of our wedding was our wrap up video filmed throughout the day by our videographer Jesse (also booked through Sal Travis Entertainment) and played at the end of the night. Our guests were in awe (as were we). Everyone said they had never seen such an amazing wrap up video, let alone that quickly at the very wedding they were attending! I could not hold back tears as our video was played and immediately ran to Sal to give him a hug and the biggest thank you. It still bring tears to my eyes everytime I watch it. It’s hard to believe this was MY wedding-that’s how perfect it was. Everything about Florentine Gardens and what they do is truly incredible and special. The entire staff felt like family. Our guest of all ages were telling us it was the greatest wedding they have ever been to-between the incredible food, to the venue itself, everything is amazing. Guests are still calling us telling us how incredible it was. If you are debating between having your wedding at Florentine Gardens or another venue, pick Florentine Gardens-you will not be disappointed.
Reviewed On 4/05/2022 by Samara Z
There are not enough words to describe our experience at Florentine Gardens. The whole team truly took care of us and made sure we had the most perfect and magical day. The whole day from start to finish, I was relaxed and ready because I knew ...
I was in good hands. Samantha, Kerry, Sal, Stephanie, Jorge, Joe, and everyone else really provided us with the best experience of our entire lives. From the food to the alcohol, everything was a 10/10. If you're not having your wedding or event here, you're doing something wrong.
Reviewed On 3/22/2022 by Andraea A
I can not say enough good things about the venue and the family that owns it! My husband and I were married on 12/11/21 and this venue helped my fairytale wedding come to life. The venue itself is stunning and the food was amazing. Ciro made pl...
anning extremely easy when we were going over details and their staff the day of the wedding was beyond attentive. Our guest are still telling us what amazing experience they had and how they have never been to a wedding so amazing. I will always recommend this venue to anyone I speak to looking to get married in the future.
Reviewed On 3/22/2022 by Dana M
Our wedding this past weekend at The Estate at Florentine Gardens was absolutely perfect from start to finish. From the very beginning of our planning process, our event consultant Samantha went above & beyond to ensure anything & everything we...
wanted was accounted for. She always had our best interest in mind and her attention to detail was top notch. We are so grateful Samantha was with us every step of the way to execute a perfect wedding, and that she did! The entertainment team including Sal Travis & DJ Tony Gia hit every note, entrance, and vibe we were going for & we couldn’t be more happy — the best of the best with this team!! Kerry our bridal attendant was so attentive to our needs from the second we arrived at the venue to the moment we left, not one moment going unaccounted for. She supported our every needs & was an absolute sweetheart & a pleasure to be paired with. George our Maitre’d was also a huge part of this night. He listened to our requests, ensured great communication & the process from the moment we got there, & executed a flawless night with our bridal party, dances & guests. It is safe to say this was the absolute best day of our lives, thanks to the ENTIRE team mentioned above a& all the staff at the venue for doing their part. The food, service, everything was INCREDIBLE and we are so grateful to have been able to have our wedding here. Thank you again for a day we will never forget!
Reviewed On 3/12/2022 by Anthony M
Don’t even know where to start honestly. With all the stresses of a wedding, this was never one of them. Between Sal and Denise they made this the most perfect day we couldn’t of even dreamed of. They were always on top of everything, adding li...
ttle touches to make it more special and showing us so much love we will remember for life. When I say there’s nowhere else in the world you should get married I mean it. Nothing will ever compare to the hospitality, the food, the music, the love, and the memory’s, as Florentine Gardens provides.
Reviewed On 2/27/2022 by Eryn L
We recently had our wedding at Florentine Gardens and everything was perfect! The venue was absolutely elegant! We are still receiving comments from guests how beautiful the venue was and how impressed they were! What stood out the most was ...
the service! Sal, Maria, Jorge, and the rest of the staff were unbelievably attentive and professional throughout our planning and the day! We had a Kosher wedding and the venue did everything in their power to ensure the coordination with our caterer was easy and seamless. On the day we felt like we were celebrities that had our own secret service security team! We would highly recommend this venue and this team for any affair!
Reviewed On 2/08/2022 by Kaitlyn K
I’m unsure where to start but Ciro and Samantha made my wedding experience a dream. From the booking, to planning, to wedding day everything was seamless. The venue is not only stunning but the food is amazing. The entire estate is full of phot...
o ops for your photos. The service was 5 star! Jeff the Maitre d’ and Monica my bridal attendant were nothing short of amazing. The whole day ran so smoothly. I’ve been to many weddings at many venues, and nothing compares to the food and service we found here. Florentine is family run and you can tell they put their heart and soul into running this place. I truly had the best day ever!
Reviewed On 1/21/2022 by Christian U
My wife and I had our wedding on January 14th at the Estate at Florentine Gardens. I could have not asked for a better wedding. Everything was perfect, the food was amazing, the venue was breath taking. I had several people tell me that was not...
only the best wedding they have ever attended but also best cocktail and best desserts they had at one as well. A week later and people are still reaching out to me telling me how amazing the wedding was and still talking about the cocktail hour. Another hit was the drink selection and bartenders. Many guests mentioned that they were very generous with the alcohol. Last but not least Jason was the main person who helped me throughout the entire process. He was absolutely amazing from beginning to end. The entertainment provided by Sal and dj Tony Gia was amazing. They had people dancing all night and the music was a big hit with the crowd. Our bridal attendant Monica was phenomenal. She even steamed my tuxedo jacket one I got there. She made my wife and I feel very comfortable. She made sure we had everything we needed and always made sure there was a drink at my chair. The videography team was amazing, Shar the lead videographer is very talented and the video was so professionally edited so quickly. Guests were asking how was it possible that the video was played right after the cake cutting was done and it even had that part in it. Overall I cannot thank everyone at this venue enough and if you plan on getting married, Florentine Gardens is the place to do it at.
Reviewed On 1/14/2022 by Bianca R
Our day was truly perfection, and the team at Florentine Gardens played a huge part in making sure everything came out spectacular. When planning our wedding, my husband and I wanted to focus on 3 things... 1. Great Food 2. Great Music and 3. G...
reat Open Bar/Drinks. FG delivered on all three of those points. We met with Ciro on the first day to do the tour and we appreciated his honesty. Having heard of the venue’s reputation, we were excited to see it in person. We walked through and were in awe of how beautiful the renovation came out. He we went through the menu options and were quite impressed with what was included in the package, as well as the additional options (Peter Lugar steak sauce at a carving station... yum!). The fact that guests would be able to try other dinner options that were offered once done is unheard of. Maria was our main point of contact throughout the planning phase and she was phenomenal! She constantly reached out to ensure we didn’t have any questions and kept us on track for any updates with the pandemic. The next thing to tackle was our music options. Once we booked with FG, we were given a listing of their preferred vendors. Sal Travis Entertainment was the in-house entertainment and we contacted Sal for a meeting to see if whether his company was a good fit for us. Sal was great and so personable! He put on a demonstration of the built-in state-of-the-art light projectors that would be in sync with the music played by the house DJ Tony Gia. We ended up going with their theater package, which included the light show and wrap up video. The wrap up video was worth every penny! The videographer, Shar, was with us throughout the day of the wedding, as we got ready at the venue, while we were at the church and during the reception. The best part was that the film was edited and played at the end of the night while everyone ate dessert. We were also sent a copy of the video by the end of the night, which was posted to social media the very next morning. When we met with DJ Tony Gia, we were very excited. We mentioned to him how important music and good party was to us. He reassured us that he was perfectionist when it came to his job and was also very easy to talk to. Tony live mixes all of his music, meaning there was nothing pre-recorded. He was able to change and alternate the music based on the vibe of the wedding, which was appreciated. Many of our guests raved about the music throughout the night, even insisting on an encore/additional last dance song at the end of the night, which he so graciously provided. Lastly, were the drinks. We opted for the tequila bar at the cocktail hour and that was a hit! All staff and servers were very attentive to the guests throughout the night. I also can’t forget about the bridal attendant, Stephanie, who came early to the venue so that I wouldn’t be rushing to get ready that morning. She was even able to sew my bustle back together when it broke from dancing. Truly our experience with FG was exceptional. We could not have hoped or dreamed for a more magical day. Thank you all from the bottom of our hearts.
Reviewed On 12/17/2021 by Deanna D
If you are hesitating about booking this venue- JUST DO IT! I can not say enough good things about FG. From the moment we booked them, I knew we were in good hands. Even during the pandemic and a postponement, they were more than accommodating ...
to everything we asked of them. People absolutely raved about the food and service. I was treated like a princess from the moment I stepped foot into the building. We got many comments from guests like “we’ve been to a lot of weddings but this was the best!” etc, etc. If you want A+ service, food to die for, and memories to last a lifetime, look no further and book your wedding here!
Reviewed On 12/13/2021 by Nataly T
We had our wedding at Florentine Gardens on 11/11/21 and it was absolutely magical. Jason, Sal and everyone at the venue went above and beyond for my husband and I to have the wedding of our dreams. They literally made it the best day of our li...
ves. From the time we first spoke to Tom and toured the venue, we knew we wanted to have our wedding at the Estate of Florentine Gardens. I cannot say enough great things about them. Jason and Sal really catered to our vision of our wedding and were there every step of the way and on our wedding day to make sure that our wedding was perfect. DJ Tony Gia was outstanding and had everyone dancing the whole night. Our videographer Shar and Jess had an amazing wrap up video done within hours of the start of the day and all of our guest were so surprised that we were able to show that during the reception. My bridal attendant Monica was so attentive and an amazing person. I would highly recommend Florentine Gardens. Everyone there goes above and beyond to make your vision come true.
Reviewed On 12/10/2021 by Alissa C
My wedding at Florentine Gardens was literal PERFECTION. Better than I could have ever dreamed of or imagined. From the time we toured and spoke with Tom, Sam and Ciro we knew we were in good hands. They could not have been easier to work with ...
and truly exceeded all of our expectations. They helped us through the entire process and answered any of my questions or concerns quickly. Shayla, my bridal attendant was AMAZING and took care of me from the moment I stepped on the grounds until the minute I left. The entire place is absolutely stunning, the food is amazing and the service is truly top notch. They really know what they're doing. They just get it! Even 2 weeks later, we're still having friends and family tell us what a spectacular and elegant wedding it was. The best day of our lives was absolutely perfect because of Florentine Gardens. I couldn't be happier!!!
Reviewed On 12/08/2021 by Alyssa R
This was truly the best day of our lives! And I do not say that lightly. The week of the wedding was extremely stressful and I could not keep track of anything, but Jason (who is phenomenal) kept us on track so we wouldn’t forget anything, and ...
if we did, he always knew what to do! He truly is the nicest, most thoughtful person and was so easy to talk to and work with. Jason knows his stuff, so trust me, if you’re working with him, you’re getting nothing but the best for your special day! I could go on forever about how great he is! We worked with Sal for the entertainment portion of our wedding. He is in charge of all of the incredible effects and everything else you could ever want! If you want something, he will get it. The first time sitting down and meeting with Sal, you could see the passion he has for what he does. He genuinely loves his job and always gives 110% to each and every couple he works with. If you want the “everything and more” experience, he’s the number one guy! Now, my husband and I had no idea you needed a song for pretty much everything you do on your special day and like always, we were not prepared to make these choices HAHA. Sal to the rescue made it extremely easy and stress free. Sal, Kyle and I cannot thank you enough for all you have done for us ❤️. The Wrap Up Video was another beautiful gift that Florentine Gardens provided and was played during the Reception. This video had us all in tears, of course happy tears! Thank you so much Jesse, who is Florentine Garden’s Videographer, for catching all of the magical moments of our day! Kyle and I have not stopped watching the video and are so thankful that we will always have these moments to look back on forever! Please, please, please, if you use Florentine Gardens, never hesitate to ask any and all questions you have because they’ve heard it 100 times over and always have the answers. Tony Gia was our DJ and if you’re reading this, YOU truly are a 15/10! He did such an exceptional job and kept the party going on the dance floor. Now any DJ that can get the groom to take his shirt off on the dance floor really is the best of the best! I’ve never met a DJ so caring. The night before the wedding we spoke to Tony because he wanted to know exactly what we wanted and what songs had to be played no matter what. He played everything we wanted and knew exactly what songs to play at the perfect time to keep the party going! Thank you again! Last, but definitely not least, Jorge and Sheyla, our maitre’d and bridal attendant, were outstanding throughout the entire wedding day. Starting from 6:00am in the morning, Sheyla was in the suite helping with everything! She was remarkable! Always knew where I needed to be at all times, for pictures, bouquet toss, any problems with my dress, and even cleaning dirt off of my dress after the ceremony. She is the best of the best at what she does! Jorge ran the show and made sure everything went off without any issues. He made sure everything occurred on time and was perfect for us and our guests. Without Jorge and Sheyla’s impeccable attention to detail, myself and Kyle would definitely have been lost on our special day! Thank you both so much for everything! We want to thank everyone at Florentine Gardens for making our day so special! Love, Alyssa and Kyle Reilly
Reviewed On 11/30/2021 by bianca l
COULD NOT BE HAPPIER!!! Florentine Gardens is the best. From the moment we toured, up until our wedding night, they were there every step of the way. Samantha and Ciro were so sweet and always available for my questions. I highly recommend thei...
r in house services through Sal as well! He was great with helping us with all of the details. The in house DJ Tony Gia was also amazing!!!! I got so many compliments on the music. Jeffery our maitre'd and my bridal attendants stephanie and monica were also amazing and there the entire night to help with everything. I truly can't thank them enough for the most special day. Also, the food is amazing which is the reason we booked (from attending another wedding there). I hope to be able to attend another because I love Florentine so much!
Reviewed On 11/23/2021 by Courtney T
Everyone at the Estate at Florentine Gardens is absolutely amazing. I cannot say enough great things about them. Ciro, Sam, and Sal made my husband and my wedding day a complete dream come true. With a longer engagement, we came to work with th...
e team for a longer amount of time and they made us feel like family. Anything we asked for, they made a reality. Sheyla, our bridal attendant was beyond attentive. The band, DJ, and videography are all A+++. Not one bad thing to say. We wish we could do it all over again!! Thank you so much to everyone at the Estate!
Reviewed On 11/15/2021 by Caitlin P
The Estate at Florentine Gardens is a wedding reception venue like no other. From the moment you walk through their front door, you feel like you are at home. They treat you as if you are a member of their family. They have every detail planned...
out so precisely that you never have to think or wonder how it will be done. Ciro & Samantha were dynamic, so organized, patient, listened to what your vision was and made it come true. Sal Travis, Director of Entertainment, was outstanding. He promised that our wedding would be one we would never forget and he sure was right. Denise the photographer, & Jesse the videographer captured such beautiful moments. DJ Tony Gia made sure everyone was up and dancing the entire time. That speaks volumes. The whole place just had a magical feeling to it. Monica, my bridal attendant, was spectacular and attentive. You can tell she has been doing this for a long time. She made everything go smoothly and on time. The mouthwatering cuisine provided for our guests was exceptional. There was so much of it. They even came around for a second time asking if you want seconds. Our proud moment was to have people call us the following day saying this was the BEST wedding they ever attended. They said the found was exquisite, and the venue & attention to detail was impeccable. That says so much about the Florentine and anyone who is considering having their wedding there. My husband & I highly, highly recommend it. We are so thankful our wedding was everything we hoped it would be and more!
Reviewed On 11/13/2021 by Emily P
Having our wedding at The Estate at Florentine Gardens was the best decision. From the start, Ciro and Sam were so helpful and responsive. We truly felt the whole staff put in the extra effort to make the night perfect. They changed the ceremon...
y setting at the last minute due to the weather and it was more gorgeous than we could have imagined. The service,food, and entire aesthetic of the venue (indoors and outdoors) is truly 10/10. We were stunned by the gorgeous marble dance floor and even more excited about the all of the food. Our guests said it was some of the best food and service they have ever had at a wedding. Everyone had the best time and the day went smoother than we could have ever imagined. We had the beautiful bridal suite to get ready and also rented out the space for our after party, it was well worth it. Kari, the bridal attendant, and Jeffery, the maitre d, were by our sides the whole night making sure the night went according to planned and we had everything we needed. Some other great additions were the cocktail hour, send off station, and stunning outdoor gardens. It was helpful that the FG works with Sal Travis productions, who we will write another review for. We are not exaggerating when we say the FG made it the best day of our lives!
Reviewed On 11/06/2021 by Christopher I
Shirley and Chris 10.30.21 - Enough cannot be said about how great, dedicated, and hardworking these people are. And they do it well. We had an outstanding wedding. Jason was great and walked us every single step of the way. He was very courteo...
us and hospital. We had to postpone our wedding due to COVID but they were really flexible and helped us get a new date that was perfect for us and our family. Jason really catered to our needs and was there on our wedding day to make everything absolutely perfect. Sal Travis, Tony Gia, Rob and his team was phenomenal as well. Videography, lighting, music was all on point. They have flawless attention to detail. They were very approachable and reachable whenever we had questions or requests such as doing a Chinese Tea ceremony or for example requesting sparklers/fireworks to turn on at 3 minutes and 54 seconds in one of the songs in my groomsmen dance. Tony Gia was an amazing DJ. He really was reachable and even answered texts I sent at like 12:30 am. The mixes were flawless and really got everyone up to dance. Skill, compassion, and hardwork describe all these people. And they know how to have a good time! They made our wedding perfect. Our friends and families cannot stop raving how great our wedding was and they can't stop watching our wedding videos! HIGHLY RECOMMEND. LOOK NO FURTHER!
Reviewed On 11/06/2021 by Christopher I
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Reviewed On 11/05/2021 by Susan G
We had my daughters wedding a week ago . From the start of planning to the magical night Ciro was wonderful to deal with! Many of our quests had been to affairs over the years and said this was by far the best wedding they have ever been too!! ...
They raved about the food , the staff , the presentation of everything and the facility. I thank Estates at Florentine Gardens for making my daughter and son in laws dream come truth!
Reviewed On 11/05/2021 by Cristina E
We had our wedding at the Florentine Gardens on 10/22/21 and it was the most spectacular night of both mine and my husbands life. We worked with Jason Gentile as our coordinator and we cannot say enough great things about him. He was the GREATE...
ST to work with and extremely helpful throughout the whole planning process to make it as easy as possible for us! He truly treated us as if we were family. I had never been to someone else's wedding here but I knew other people who have and talked very highly of the venue but what Jason and his team did for us on our wedding day was ABOVE AND BEYOND!!! First off our Bridal Attendant Sheyla was a godsend! She was with me the entire day and there for literally every little thing I needed. She was fanning me while I was eating at one point because I sweating from all the dancing. She was superior! So many of my guests even commented how attentive she was. The next amazing person from the day was Jeff was our Maitre’d! Another superstar who made the day go so smoothly! He made it all happen and happen on time, and kept us calm throughout it all! They were the best team we could have asked for! Now let's talk about the food. I suggest you tell your guests not to eat prior because the food at the Florentine Gardens is INCREDIBLE! From cocktail hour to the reception, the food was amazing and they even went around asking people if they wanted 2nds and a few 3rds for dinner. I didn't even know they were going to do that but that is top quality. We didn't get to eat much at the reception but the team hooked us up with so much food to take home the next day so that we could try a little bit of everything. It was amazing! We also worked with their in house entertainment company for all the up lighting, videographer, and the photobooth. Sal and his team were also the BEST to work with! The lighting is worth every penny. We went with the entrance lighting and the uplighting on the dancefloor which was super cool and really created an elevated look. As for the videographer, in all honesty, was an add on towards the end. We were not sure if we wanted to add it on but I'm so happy that we did! The wrap up video is so special and then all speeches/dances extended footage is going to be so nice to have as a keepsake. We've watched our wrap up video about a million times already :) And who doesn't love a photobooth! Our guests loved it, they took so many pictures. All in all the Estate at Florentine Gardens helped us throw an epic wedding and we are forever grateful to Jason, Sal and their teams! I would recommend this venue to anyone and everyone! We love the Florentine Team!!!
Reviewed On 10/26/2021 by Danny K
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Reviewed On 10/24/2021 by Bridgette T
We had our wedding September 2021 and oh my was it incredible. Sam and Ciro from the start were the best to work with and helped us put together the wedding we didn't even know we wanted. Sal was great to work with and helped us curate a light ...
and video package that was perfect. To have our wrap up video be able to be shown to the guests during dessert and get it at the end of the night was amazing. We were able to send it out to family out of the country to wake up to in the morning!. Day of George, Carrie and Matthew were amazing we truly felt like celebrities at our own wedding. The FOOD WAS AMAZING! This was a factor in picking our venue and they did not disappoint. Only thing we wanted was more leftovers to have been packed up so we could have enjoyed more of anything we didn't try and what we loved. The staff was professional, the venue was clean and the venue was beautiful. Our guests are still talking about it! Really hoping someone we know gets married there one day because we would LOVE to experience it as a guest! 11/10 recommend.
Reviewed On 10/08/2021 by Alexis C
Amazing Venue ! You will not have to worry about anything on the night of your wedding, they are all so professional and experts at throwing a good wedding. Sal Travis runs the in-house entertainment and him and his team were awesome - really ...
made us feel special even though he’s probably done this thousands of times. Liala was my bridal attendant for the day/night and she was great ! I do not know how I would have survived the day without her.
Reviewed On 9/30/2021 by Lydia S
Estate of Florentine gardens exceeded my expectations! Randomly heard about this venue and went by the reviews and we are so glad we did. The venue itself looks small on the outside but it was beyond beautiful inside and the gardens so many dif...
ferent places to get pictures. Every single staff member was so attentive and available for us. It wasn’t easy because we had to change our date 3 times but it was so worth having a reception still. We worked with Denise with all the planning she communicated with us well and she has such a enthusiastic personality which made us excited for our big day! Food - Everyone loved the food there was so much food to eat that day from cocktail hr to our meals and dessert. The variety of food was a lot and servers were asking guests for seconds which was nice. Our guests could not stop raving about the food. Bridal attendant - Shelia was amazing!! she always kept checking in on me! I didn’t have a wedding day coordinator but she really helped my day go smoothly. She made sure me and my husband stayed hydrated. Kept asking us if we needed anything and catered to all our needs efficiently! She was super sweet and made sure we got to enjoy our day too!
Reviewed On 9/29/2021 by Daniela G
We recently had our ceremony and reception at the Florentine Gardens and it was an absolute dream come true!! Every single detail was thought of and perfect. When we first arrived Tom gave us a warm welcome and tour that made us feel right at h...
ome. Then meeting Ciro and the rest of the Florentine Gardens family we quickly fell in love with the family atmosphere and the quality of service that was being offered. A hard match to find. Up until the wedding Ciro and Samantha were rockstars with setting us at ease and being open to any and all questions. For all of our entertainment we used their in-house service Sal Travis entertainment, and WOW did he and his team deliver! DJ Tony Gia is extremely gifted and took his time to make sure our day would be exactly what we dreamed of and it was above and beyond our expectations! A special thank you to our bridal attendant Kerry for being there every moment the day of the wedding and making sure we had everything we needed ALL DAY. Thank you to all the other staff that day as well too many to name. Not only have we received an overwhelming amount of love and support from everyone at the Florentine Gardens but every single one of our guests were speechless not only with how AMAZING the food was, but the service was unmatched! Overall the comments we received following the wedding were "Best wedding ever " "Best wedding I've ever been too". We can't thank everyone at Florentine Gardens enough for making our wedding day so special. Thank you!
Reviewed On 9/26/2021 by Lia P
Just married September 2021! There are no words to describe our experience with the entire Florentine Gardens staff from start to finish. Outstanding. Phenomenal. Beyond excellent - doesn’t do it justice! My husband and I booked our wedding d...
ate in February 2020, and were just married on September 16th 2021. Florentine Gardens was our first venue visit - and our last. We immediately fell in love with Ciro Daidone upon meeting him and knew we would be in great hands. This was the place! Florentine Gardens had everything we were looking for in a wedding venue: elegance, a top of the line food menu (from cocktail hour all the way to dessert), and most importantly - a family oriented staff who treated us like their own family. Ciro and Samantha - we connected with them right away. They felt more like friends to us from day one. There was not one time Ciro or Samantha took longer than a day to answer any questions or concerns we had - emails, phone calls, and in person meetings. They were beyond attentive to us. They are personable, professional, friendly, and honest people. Thank you so much Ciro and Samantha, for everything you did for us. With their recommendation, we booked their house DJ - Sal Travis & DJ Tony Gia along with their videography team. We chose the “theatrical package” and I am SO GLAD we did! Our guests are still raving about NOT ONLY the beautiful venue, the superior cuisine, but the entertainment! The DJ! The lights! The music! Our guests (including myself and my husband) were on the dance floor the entire night. I wish we could relive it over again because it was truly the best night of our lives. Thankfully we have our wrap up video by Sal Travis that we keep rewatching to bring us back! Jorge was our Maitre D’, and Monica was our bridal attendant. Jorge and Monica did not skip a beat that day. Before we even knew we needed something, at any time of the day, they were there. The professionalism simply can not be matched. I would highly recommend Jorge and Monica to any future FG couples. They will make you feel like royalty on your wedding day. We are so happy that we chose to host our wedding day at Florentine Gardens. To all future couples who are considering booking Florentine - do it. You will not regret it - they will give you a wedding you wouldn’t even be able to dream of. Florentine Gardens exceeded ALL expectations and hopes we had. I will be talking about this venue, these people, this team, and our wedding day for the rest of my life. I’m so sad it’s over and we really hope that we can one day return as guests so we can experience the joy and happiness we felt that day again. Thank you Ciro, Samantha, Sal, Tony, Jorge, Monica from the bottom of our hearts - we love every single one of you and can not thank you enough!!!! XOXO Lia & Jordan Primavera
Reviewed On 9/23/2021 by Jessica M
The Florentine Gardens is the best venue in the business. They truly made everything so flawless and easy for all of us. They made our special day a fairytale. Everyone still tells me that this venue was the best wedding venue they have ever be...
en to. The food was AMAZING and my guests said it was hard for them to stop eating! The staff was so caring and sweet. Maria was so great to work with. She's like family. She went above and beyond to make sure we had an amazing day. Sal Travis is so professional and made everything so smooth. His services are amazing. Our bridal attendant Kerry was great! Our videographer, Shar, captured the best memories and we will cherish them forever. The same-day edit video was a beautiful ending for all of our guests when it was played during dessert. Florentine Gardens exceeded our expectations and we can't wait to go back as guests for another wedding!
Reviewed On 9/18/2021 by Brittany L
The entire Florentine Gardens experience was PERFECT. Florentine Gardens is your place if you are looking for a classy, elegant venue with beautiful gardens, attentive staff, and great food. We got married on June 19, 2021, and of all, our fami...
ly and friends can’t stop talking about it. Multiple guests told us it was the best wedding they have ever been to - everyone was amazed by the gardens, ballroom, and especially the food (they even come around to see if anyone wants an additional entrée). From the moment my husband and I met with Ciro, he treated us like family. Ciro takes pride in putting on your perfect wedding – there was no ask that he could not do, and he did better than we expected. He and the rest of the Florentine staff went above and beyond, totally exceeding our expectations. Jorge, our Maitre D, didn’t miss a beat – he takes care of absolutely everything the entire day. You DO NOT need a wedding coordinator; Jorge ran the whole event from beginning to end perfectly. Kerry, my bridal attendant, was the absolute BEST. She was the sweetest and handled everything from beginning to end..literally she walked us onto the bus when we left that night. Sal did a fantastic job on our music and video. Definitely use Sal for all your entertainment needs. The whole experience was amazing. The staff truly treats you like family and makes every effort to really make your day perfect. I can’t wait to go back as a guest – one of our guests booked their wedding at Florentine Garden after enjoying ours so much. Again, Thank you, Ciro, Jorge, Kerry, Sal, and the rest of the Florentine team so much for making our wedding day perfect – we will never forget it.