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was amazing to me, leading up to, during, and after. He took every phone call, every text, and every breakdown, always making sure I knew My day would come sooner or later and it would be even better then I originally planned. After 3 postponed dates I finally got my day! December 11, 2021, was a day I’ll never forget! Every single person at the Grand was phenomenal. I don’t think There is any wedding venue out there with better staff. Chris was my Maitre de, Jerry was his assistant and Karolina was my bridal attendant. Chris, Jerry and Karolina made sure I had every single thing I needed. I always had a drink in Hand, I was always asked if I was ok, if I wanted food, water, literally ANYTHING! They were just truly amazing and such a pleasure to be around, I couldn’t thank them enough. The FOOD…… I can’t tell you how many guests raved about the food! Everyone loved the venue, but the food is still being talked about. I heard countless times how usually the food at weddings is subpar, but not here, everything was to die for! (They packaged food for my husband and I to take home and they were right it was amazing!) Cocktail hour was one of the best I have ever seen (and I have seen a lot) food everywhere and I have a huge Italian family and that was a major plus. I’m so extremely happy I chose The Grand to have my wedding, I wish I could do it all over because it was just that great. If you’re looking for a stunning venue with amazing food and probably the best staff there is then this place is for you, just meet Jason once and your choice will be made. I can’t say enough about The Grand, I’ll forever be so grateful for every single person who worked with my husband and I to make our night one we will never forget!!!!!!

he showed us the entire venue making sure I was safe all around. After that meeting, we booked The Grand for October 2020. COVID came and once we realized our October wedding wasn’t going to be what we envisioned, we decided to postpone to October 2021. Jason was ready with dates and MADE IT HAPPEN! He made the transition so easy and we were so surprised because we heard so many horror stories about other venues (NOT AT THE GRAND!) Throughout the year, Jason would call and ask how we were doing and kept us updated with everything we needed to know. He assured us that our wedding was going to happen. Come October 17, 2021 our wedding day finally arrived and it was magical! Jason & Sal made sure everything ran smoothly and on time. They were fun and just as excited as we were. My entire family LOVED them! Julia was the best bridal attendant any bride can ask for! She made sure I was ok throughout the day and helped me with my dress, veil, etc. She also made sure my husband and I ate before our grand entrance! Everyone made the day as stress free as possible! It’s been 2 months since my wedding and guests are still talking about it! The food was amazing, the venue was beautiful & the staff were excellent! The Grand made all my wedding dreams come true and I cannot thank them enough! I 100% recommend The Grand as your event venue! You will not be disappointed!

have it this past November 2021. The Grand never gave us a hard time about changing the date and went far beyond our expectations to ensure that we were happy through the entire process. Our guests absolutely loved the food, the service and the aesthetics of the venue. When we chose the venue in 2019, it was going through a transformation from its former name The Bethwood to The Grand and you have to see it in person to understand how beautiful it is. The entire facility looks brand new, because IT IS! The interior and the new garden is just under a year old at this point and newlyweds are going to be some of the first few couples to be married at what feels like a venue designed for the next generation in mind. One piece of advice I have for new couples is to have your DJ/MC increase the volume on the speakers when they get married. We had our ceremony outdoors and the water fall behind us muffled our vows quite a bit, to no fault of The Grand at all though. It was beautiful nonetheless but some of our guests couldn’t hear us. Thank you Grand for the most memorable wedding day and thank you Jason B. For the warmth, patience and friendship that you’ve provided us over the course of the last two years. We will always remember your kindness!

to the froyer at the Grand I felt 💕 .. It was a dream .. & Sal made me feel so at ease.. I booked it on the spot & it was 💯/💯worth it.. On the day of my event Sal & his team went beyond the ordinary to make me & Dwight ; along with our 50+Guest feel extra special.. The Grand will forever rate ⭐️ ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ in my book.. Thank you Sal; Jason & the entire team.. Your guys rock👍🏾

edback we've been getting is how beautiful, extravagant and delicious things were. Jason Baldanza made our dreams come true and he gave us a great team of people to help us on the wedding day. Sal and Carolina were the dream team helping me, my husband and family to the point where my mother in law said she felt so special and well taken care of. Throughout the planning process, Jason always had a smile on his face making us feel very assured in a time of covid-uncertainty. The crew here are above and beyond professionals, so caring and considerate. As a business, they have put so much thought into everything, worth every single penny.

, email or phone call to answer any last minute questions and concerns We had. His staff especially Sal and Jasmine were the true definition of amazing and professional. Both were their by our side the whole night to make sure we were more than good. To help bring any food to our room or top off drinks or simply to say “hi are you ok” … all of our guests were amazed by the great service, the delicious food, the amazing drinks and most of all the beautiful venue and last but not least our grand entrance!!! We truly Thank you for everything you did to make our day special and how accommodating you all were despite of the weather that day.

Forward ro Aug 15, 2021 our day finally came!! Chris and Nathalie were the absolute best! Nathalie attended to us so perfectly and was such an angel! The food was incredible, the staff perfect, and the space impeccable! We will have every event at the Grand from now on! If you want a seamless, beautiful affair you MUST book The Grand!!!

space to The Grand ballroom to the Grand entrance, this venue left us in awe. The cocktail hour was amazing! Literally more food than you can even eat! The day of, Sal our maitre’d and Natalie, our bridal attendant anticipated our every need and made the whole day run so smoothly. I can not thank The Grand and their team enough for making our wedding day so memorable!

s plan our wedding. He was so courteous and helpful as we made a number of adjustments. Our wedding day was AMAZING!!! The Grand is a beautiful venue. The food was delicious!! The plating, presentation and overall experience were undeniably top notch. Our guests can’t stop talking about the wonderful time they had at our wedding. The Grand ensured that our guests were taken care of from the moment they walked through the door. We’re so glad that we booked our wedding at The Grand! They exceeded our expectations. The experience, service, attention to detail and ambiance can be ranked as exceptional. We highly recommend The Grand for your next event. To Jason and the entire staff at The Grand, thank you for making our wedding day memorable and for providing exceptional service. The Grand deserves more than a five star rating! Thanks for everything!

lly helpful and eased any stresses we had. Our guests were raving about the amazing food, especially the Cowboy Steak Station at cocktail hour. We were so happy at The Grand and would recommend it to any couple!

s absolutely amazing and will help you every step of the way - every time you call him he instantly recognizes your name and is so attentive to every detail to make your day perfect. Chris the Matre'D is extremely helpful in ensuring a smooth wedding and ensuring all the guests have their needs met. I would 10/10 recommend the Grand to anyone looking to have a perfect wedding!

us feel as if we were family. Even with all that's been happening with the pandemic, Jason's professionalism and ease removed all stress from an already stressful event. We couldn't have picked a better venue for our special day, and we highly recommend The Grand to anyone who wants a magical wedding.

d comfortable til our wedding ! The day of was EVEN more great, my bridal attended couldn’t have asked for anyone better. She was with me every second making sure I’m okay finding me in the crowd to just simply ask “Everything okay? Need a drink or anything?” She saved the day with bustling to un bustling my dress all night to making sure I was comfortable and had my train out for pictures. Cocktail hour, dinner and Venetian dessert DELICIOUS and AMAZING. Presentation and service was on point. We have no regrets!! Our main entrance made our whole wedding even better , everyone was shocked with the elevator!! It was Not expected can’t top that ! Thank you Jason and The Grand for making our dream wedding possible.

h. Jason truly made our dream wedding come true. Let's not forget our Maidre'd Sal who was always so attentive to every detail and made sure the night was always amazing and perfect. We couldn't have asked for a bettet duo!!Thank you to the Grand and their staff.. Our guests loved loved loved the food, the decor and the service provided to them!! Also definitely get the lift elevator, the experience of the entrance is absolutely out of this world and will have your guests talking about it non stop!! Having our wedding at The Grand was the best decision we ever made!!

d I hoped and dreamed it would be. We worked with Jason and he is a true professional. His staff was amazing. Everyone was at our beck and call the entire night! The food was amazing and the service was top tier. The grand took every necessary precaution during the pandemic and all of our guests had a blast. The icing on the cake was being announced as husband and wife for the first time as we came up from the floor!!! The grand is by far the elite and premier venue in north jersey! No other venue even comes close!

with the pandemic. We cannot recommend any other place but The Grand. Jason, Sal and Julia were the absolute best to work with.

mazing and so accommodating! Our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to. They especially loved the grand entrance, food, decor, music, and the overall experience at the venue. Would recommend to anyone looking to have a memorable wedding that will be talked about for weeks later.

Jason and his staff are absolutely extraordinary! All of our guests were raving about how clean and sanitary everything was, the food, service, drinks, the venue, the ballroom and our surprise grand entrance. The grand entrance via elevator was such a unique and fun way to enter our reception. My husband and I are so delighted we celebrated here. Julia, my bridal attendant was amazing and so helpful. Everyone was such a pleasure to work with! We are so excited to celebrate another event here in the future! There are not enough words to express how phenomenal everything and everyone was here!

uld not have been happier with our venue choice. We worked with Jason at The Grand for two years leading up to our wedding and he is just the best!! Jason was very responsive and accommodating and his guidance through Covid and the options and ways he handled everything, we could not have asked for more! And I have to shout-out Julie, our bridal attendant, she was beyond amazing! (she even packed us a full dinner for the hotel in case we got hungry!) Between Jason and Julie and the rest of the team at The Grand, it made for a magnificent wedding day! I recommend The Grand to anyone looking to get married in the area. Plus you get a lot of perks including shuttle to nearby hotel and vendor discounts (DJ, florists, etc.). I can't wait to hold another event at The Grand!!

e day of the wedding was the most perfect day. We received so many compliments about how gorgeous the main ballroom was, how good the food was (so much food and huge portions!), and how great the staff was (super attentive, polite, and professional). The venue itself has some beautiful places for photos. The outdoor grounds were so pretty, even at the end of November. We got some really good photos outside right before the sun went down. When we originally booked, we booked with Olga, who no longer worked there halfway into the wedding planning process. I was nervous that things might get overlooked from when I talked to Olga, but I was quickly reassured that everything I spoke to Olga about for our wedding would still be included. Sal and Jason really do a fantastic job making sure you feel comfortable and confident in not only them, but the Grand itself. In the weeks leading up to the wedding, Sal was very reassuring and presented all options to us regarding Covid regulations and changes. I really appreciated that after hearing horror stories from other brides at other venues. Long story short, book The Grand for not only your wedding, but for other events because you will not regret your decision. Thank you Sal, Jason, & the Grand team for all of your incredible hard work and professionalism during such a chaotic and stressful time! You guys really outdid yourselves! XO, Edyta & Wojciech

s regarding COVID restrictions. (After a long discussion, we made the hard decision to keep the wedding this year) Doug was beyond amazing in helping us keep our wedding close to the original date and moved us to The Grand. We worked with both Doug and Jason who worked with us to make our day very special. The week before the wedding, both Doug and Jason were absolutely amazing. We were in constant contact and they were able to make all the last minute changes (from COVID there were a lot). They gave us every possible advantage they could during the pandemic. (Such as setting up earlier-with decorations and backdrop, changing seating charts-even on the day of the wedding) They lifted so much stress off our shoulders. I highly recommend The Grand and Royal Manor to anyone who is looking for a venue. They are affordable (getting the most for your dollar), reliable (answer any messages fast and do what they said they were going to do), professional, kind, flexible and just overall amazing. They deserve more than the 5 stars. (Also, with COVID, they followed regulations to a T to make sure the wedding was the safest it could be. There was appropriate table and seating distance, all staff had masks and waiters were on top of their game in bringing drinks to the table so the bar didn't get crowded, plastic dishware (such as shot glasses) were used to make the event safer. Sanitizer and masks were available for guests).

for our wedding were phenomenal. From the stations at cocktail hour and the variety of entrees, to the dessert stations really had all my guests talking about it after because noone wants a hungry guest! PLUS the exceptional open bar. My wedding ended up moving indoors which was when the renovations were made so it turned out to be my dream summer wedding indoors with AC. Kudos to the team and future weddings to host and thanks again Chris for accommodating!

ing able to taste any of our food. Any thoughts or willing to share your experience? we would really appreciate any help from anyone! Thanks!

Our guest are still texting me to tell how much they loved this venue! I will definitely recommend the Grand to all my friends!

t! The event started on time, all the staff knew what they were doing, Jason, Sal and Larissa was on top of everything and it made the day so much better knowing that we didn’t have to worry about anything but having a great time. The cocktail hour and food are beyond delicious. I recommend The Grand Bethwood to everyone the venue is gorgeous, the outside space is stunning, no extra decoration is needed. Jason, Sal and Larissa are incredibly helpful, nice, polite, and they know what they’re doing! Larissa was my bride attendant and she literally made my day so easy and didn’t leave my side at all from when I walked in till I left. Don’t think twice when it comes to booking The Grand Bethwood!

we had to move the ceremony inside to avoid a severe storm. We were able to quickly switch locations of the ceremony to inside, and our ceremony went smoothly inside. We then had our cocktail hour in a large, newly renovated room. The atmosphere of the room was excellent for the cocktail hour and was big enough to hold all our guests and the seemingly endless amounts of delicious cocktail hour delicacies. They even opened the outside terrace bar, which overlooks the garden, after the earlier storm had cleared. It was really nice to have access to the cocktail hour room and the terrace bar/garden during our cocktail hour. The reception hall was stunning. We were able to fit 16 tables, a full band, a DJ, and all of our guests still had more than enough room to dance all night. The staff at the Grand Bethwood were incredibly helpful and made sure we got everything we wanted. Our event planner, Jason, helped to coordinate our event and made sure our plan was followed through to perfection. He helped us pick out the best food for the cocktail hour, gave us stellar recommendations on how to organize our tables and flowers, and even made sure all the personal touches we wanted were included in our ceremony and reception. Sal and Julie were excellent maître des and made sure both my wife and I were well taken care of. The entire staff was exceptionally friendly and helpful. They showed our guests outstanding hospitality and made sure that the celebration went smoothly. Eric, the owner, was also extremely helpful in making our magical night a reality. We would HIGHLY recommend to everyone who is getting married to seriously consider this venue for their celebration!

requests etc. On the day of the wedding, everything went smoothly, and I was able to thoroughly enjoy my special day. The guests were given a warm welcome, the food was amazing, all the staff were kind, the reception hall was beautifully decorated... Further, the garden was beautiful and I was able to take pictures there. My husband and I are so thankful that we did not have to worry at all about any details, and all we did was enjoy! I would recommend the Bethwood to anyone who is planning a wedding. It'll make your life easier, you will impress your guests, and you will have a truly fun, memorable wedding day! Thank you for making my wedding perfect!

rooms looked immaculate, even better than I could have imagined. Our guests couldn't stop raving about the quality and quantity of the food, as well as the outstanding service. And even when I had a mini meltdown right before the wedding regarding all of the unforeseen construction going on outside the property, Jason managed to ease my worries and give me a little extra something at the cocktail hour! I am so so happy that we chose the Bethwood for our big fat wedding, it was a huge hit!

all went perfectly as planned. Our guests were raving about the food. Seriously, there isn't a better deal out there and the staff are perfect. My grandmother who has difficulty walking needed some accommodations and they made it happen. I really cannot say enough about how wonderful everything at the Bethwood is. The staff, the food, the gardens. Highly recommended!

beautiful as the outside. The food was amazing and there was so much of it! All of our guests had a wonderful time!

and relaxed nothing stressed us at all. Jason we want to thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being you and being so attentive during our day! Our special day was everything we imagine and more! And a special thanks to the whole Bethwood staff as well.

responsive to emails and phone calls. Also, the food was fantastic and the bartenders kept the drinks flowing.

team" on the day of our wedding- Jason, Captain Carlos, and Joanna. They guided us through every step of the way, from the first appointment, to picking things up the morning after. We sat in awe during dinner and just watched everything that was going on and tried to soak it all in. It was the most magical, amazing day. Their attention to detail did not go unnoticed- anything and everything that we hinted at or could have asked for was there the day of our wedding. I had what I thought were a lot of "silly questions" but Jason never flinched. He was very patient, kind, and helpful. He always responded with "not a problem" or "I'll figure it out." He even found a way to give us a "Smores Bar for dessert!" When I had a concern about lighting or decor that was in the room when we took our tour but was no longer there as we got closer to our big day, he had different décor/lightning reinstalled for me for the night of our wedding- all at no cost to me. Not only were they affordable (great for large weddings!), the food and cake were delicious (they even tweaked the menu for us based on what we tried at their complimentary brunch) and all of our guests agreed! Most importantly the entire Bethwood staff (no matter who you work with) makes you feel apart of the family, they are always looking out for you and your guests. They are very sweet, helpful, and are always willing to respond to calls & emails within 1-2 days, if not hours. We still have guests telling us how wonderful the food was, how amazing all of the staff were, and what an unforgettable time they had! We cannot wait to go back and visit! We definitely HIGHLY recommend The Bethwood to everyone who would like to have their fairy-tale ever after wedding (in a castle type building too!) Please ask us if you have any specific questions- we would be so happy to answer them! Best of luck!! THANK YOU to our dream team, we love you guys- Jason, Captain Carlos, and Joanna (I will forever keep my "bride cup" and smile thinking of you!!). =)

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her events going on - we never saw anyone else - and it felt like we had the place to ourselves. The food was spectacular and all drinks were heavy pours. It speaks to the quality of the Bethwood that all guests were happy at all times - smiles all night. They did not rush us out at 11pm and let us take our time saying goodbyes and changing clothes. We worked with Steve, the general manager, to plan the wedding. THE BEST. He was always quick to respond to an e-mail and he made us feel anything was possible - my bride wanted some small changes to menu/cake and he did them all at no extra cost. I can't even imagine what better service would be like.

. The garden where we had our ceremony was beautiful.

eryone raved about the service.

t of state. It was an amazing evening with great staff, great service and a beautiful environment! Thank you to everyone at the Bethwood, especially Jason!! Jaime & Seth

but it was top notch in every aspect. They have been doing weddings for decades and YOU CAN TELL based on the level of service you get from them. Manager Steve has been our co-pilot since the first day we booked with the Bethwood. He helped with every detail and provided excellent customer service. He even stepped in the day of the wedding to help with a last minute emergency (nothing to do with the venue - but one of our vendors), he made some calls and saved the day! The food is delicious but even more appetizing was the amazing garden which made for fantastic wedding photos. Our pictures are beautiful and our guests were very happy. We got many compliments about how delicious the food was and how friendly and kind the staff was as well. If you want first class service book with the Bethwood - you won't regret it! They also have an awesome castle feel, which makes you feel like a princess! A++++++ experience. THANKS BETHWOOD!

ur guests from the beginning of cocktail until the last song was played. The bartenders made amazing drinks and were friendly and fun while doing so. The food at cocktail, dinner and dessert was amazing and there was so much! They accommodated us in a bridal sweet right next to our reception room and ensured we were taken care of while taking pictures. Use of their well-kept gardens and grounds was of no extra charge and made for great pictures. The Bethwood not only is a picture-perfect setting for your wedding but the staff all ensures it runs smooth and is unforgettable!

ried in the front gardens and had our cocktail hour in Pueblo and reception in Seville. It was important to us to separate the cocktail hour room and reception room and Jason was very accommodating and flexible to make this happen. The food was amazing both at the cocktail hour and in the reception. I couldn't imagine getting married anywhere else - Jason and his staff made this the best day of our lives!

flew the Marine Corps flag outside for us. The food was incredible, the service was perfect my matre' d was so attentive and I was so greatful for that! I don't think I could compliment this venue enough! I will forever use this place for future events, big and small!

nds and building are beautiful! Perfect for unique wedding day photographs! Food is simply amazing! everything is so delicious.

nted but the staff made the inside chapel so nice and comfortable for all our guest that i forgot about the rain. Dominic was so on point with everything single detail for the ceremony & reception that i wish he could have been my wedding planner for everything LOL. If you want the experience you deserve without going into major debt afterwords then speak to Dominic at The Bethwood in Totowa NJ......... you'll feel the magic as soon as you drive up to it. A++++++ from "The De La Rosas" married 9/13/2014 (125 guest)

ails. I want to hold any and all kind of ceremonies at this establishment in the future. Our maître D, Andy, was outstanding! Andy was all smiles and organization and he made sure that I was happy at all times. My youngest daughter was my little flower girl and she was starting to get tired and cranky so Andy open up the bridal suite room for her so she can rest on the couch and always checked on her to make she was comfortable. My husband, Carl and I received so many compliments about how delicious the food was and I told them go to the Sunday Brunch because you can never get enough. If you live in the North Jersey area than please consider the Bethwood because the treat you like family from the beginning to the end.They have an outdoor gardens, an indoor chapel with glass walls to bring the outdoors in. Beautiful rooms that can accommodate whatever size and budget. You will not be disappointed!

o professionally. I highly recommend them for any parties as well as the brunch it was super yummy.

s he saw my drink was empty and brought me over a new one. He was amazing! They are so organized and kept everything on schedule (like cake cutting, bouquet toss, etc). Also, the place was set up beautifully. It is a great value. You get the wedding cake and an ice sculpture all included in the great price. It is truly an amazing wedding venue. Then rooms are set up so nicely and the outside garden is a great place for wedding photos. I highly recommend the Bethwood to everyone!

the arrangements were so creative that everybody are talking about and loved it. Above all, we would like to extend our gratitude to Mr. Steven Goodman and the rest of the Bethwood staff, they are the main reason why Bethwood is still in business for such a long period of time. Mr. Goodman made it so easy and worry-free for me and my husband that he made sure that everything are well taken cared of. Their passion and great service drives to excellence. Overall, it was an outstanding wedding night and definitely above and beyond our expectation... Thank you so much, Mr. & Mrs. Christian Misa Wedding Date: 11th-Oct-2014

ent above & beyond to accommodate every detail we requested. Pretty much everything we asked about was met with "not a problem" or "I'll figure it out." And very importantly, he responded to calls & emails within 1-2 days, if not hours. At our wedding we didn't have to worry about remembering anything, he guided us & the bridal party every step of the way. And at the reception he even took us over to the buffet & put food on the plates for us! The food was amazing. They accommodated so many food requests to allow us to have a half vegetarian wedding. The staff set up all the tables for us & we had a lot of stuff! After the wedding was over they packed up all our stuff! And let us pick up every thing I'm the morning. We truly didn't have to worry about anything at our wedding. And it was really affordable as well! Everyone had a great time. My only negative review would be that the cake didn't hold up very well and some flowers were falling off by cutting time. All of the wait staff was very friendly & helpful. We loved every minute of working with and celebrating at the bethwood!!!

appointment, the one lady at the office was able to get us to talk to a very kind man named Steve Goodman. Steve was extremely nice, he showed us the facilities, he gave us different options and explained pricing in detail (not to mention that he was very funny) . Other people worth mentioning due to their kindness and professionalism are Jason and Carlos who were there to make our ceremony and reception truly unforgettable. I also like to mention that the pricing was very reasonable considering everything that it included (cake, food, beverages, ice sculpture, chair bows, free night at a local hotel and much more). In conclusion, we fell in love with the Bethwood not only because of the extremely kind staff, beautiful facilities and the reasonable pricing but also because they truly made us feel like king and queen for a night. My husband and i absolutely made the best decision by booking our wedding at the Bethwood.

us on getting everything ready and being extremely helpful during the wedding day. So carefully organized throughout the evening, timeline was followed precisely. This review can go on forever about how great that place is...it truly is amazing and my husband and I would definitely recommend it to anyone! Thank you so much The Bethwood and Jason specifically!

beyond exceptional and I could not have asked for a more Beautiful Wonderful Perfect wedding. Thank you for everything and making my wedding truly a fairytale ♥ Steve Goodman was the absolute BEST to work with; he was literally my life saver and helped me keep my (and my now husbands) sanity. If it wasn’t for him I would have gone completely out of my mind, but he made sure EVERY little detail was exactly what I wanted and he got back to me always within 24 hours if not sooner. But I can’t end without saying that the whole entire staff was also absolutely phenomenal! I would recommend everyone there for ANY event!!!!

s a major contributor to the success of my wedding - I would not have changed a thing. I bombarded Jason with emails and calls and he answered every single question I had, gave me great advice and brought up important aspects I hadn't thought of and would have completely overlooked. Everything about the Bethwood is amazing and wonderful - each room is elegant, tastefully decorated and extremely well maintained - they only additional decoration I brought were my centerpieces, which was not only convenient but also economical; the rooms vary in size making the Bethwood perfect for ANY size and type of event; they have an abundance of private suites, each in a different style to accommodate anyone's and everyone's style preference; the staff are extremely helpful, responsive and friendly - the Bethwood really has cultivated an outstanding group of people - throughout my wedding they attended to every guest with such extreme promptness I received at least 10 comments on how great they were throughout the night; the food is DELICIOUS - any doubts or questions can be easily answered/resolved by attending one of their Sunday brunches that will blow you away. My sister-in-law had her wedding at the Bethwood and it was just as perfect - so their excellent is not a fluke but the standard. I have and will always recommend the Bethwood to anyone looking to host an event at a venue that does EVERYTHING well and exceeds even the highest expectations!

he way they set it up was just how I wanted it. The only downside was that I requested a specific liquor a week before because I had open bar and knew most of my guests drank that and was told by the maître d that it would be ordered and taken care of. Turns out for 140 guests there were 2 bottles and the bar ran out after 2 hrs. So the guests were pretty bummed out about it. Also instead of place cards I gave a seating chart in which the maître d was suppose to seat the guests yet I was told by numerous guests including my mother and father that the staff nor maître d knew where anyone was suppose to sit so I was disappointed in that because the seating chart in alphabetical order which they requested took me so long to do yet it wasn't followed so it was almost like a waste of time. Other then those 2 things. My husband and I were happy with everything and even happier that the wedding is finally over. Now on to married life!

work with us. We met with him at least once or twice every month up until our wedding month, when we probably talked with him every other day. He was extremely patient and did everything he could to get what we wanted. My bridesmaids and I arrived at The Bethwood at 10AM to get ready. The Bethwood has several rooms available for the wedding party to get ready in. We took one of the rooms on the top floor so there wouldn't be any chance of my husband and me seeing each other before the ceremony (we went very traditional). We had the room to ourselves all day and it was perfect for getting ready. We had plenty of room to get hair and makeup done, get dressed, eat (we brought sandwiches) and drink mimosas. The photographer was also able to get some great images in there because of the stained glass windows. The only way I could get my husband to agree to an outdoor wedding was to find a place where we could have a backup plan for an indoor wedding. The Bethwood gave us exactly that - they blocked off both the beautiful outdoor garden and the indoor chapel for us. On my wedding day, it rained off and on all day. About 15 minutes before our wedding was suppose to take place, they strongly encouraged me to move indoors. When I saw the rain pick up again, I decided they were absolutely right. I was a little disappointed that we couldn't use the garden (it is really gorgeous), but I couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. Once everyone was inside the chapel and our flowers were in place and the music was playing, the chapel was better than perfect. The chapel doesn't look like much when there's no one in there, but once it fills up and the sun comes through the stained glass, it is a wonderful place to get married. After our wedding, the weather cleared up and we moved into the gardens for pictures. We got the best of both worlds with the indoor wedding and the outdoor photos. As for the reception, we chose the Madrid room because the room for the cocktail hour actually overlooks the gardens. We figured the guests could watch us take pictures if they wanted. While we didn't get a chance to make it to the cocktail hour (which we actually turned into a cocktail hour and 15), everyone said that there was so much great food that they thought it was the dinner (which was 4 amazing courses still to come). When we were done with photos, we retired to the prep room from earlier in the day. It was so nice because they brought up some of the food from the cocktail hour and had a bottle of champagne waiting for us. My husband and I were able to relax for a few minutes before we joined our guests. Steve coordinated the rest of the night - he told us how to line up, where to go; he showed us how to cut the cake, when to throw the bouquet and garter. He took care of everything. We would have been lost without him. So a few things I want to highlight, in case I didn't say them before - The Bethwood is a gorgeous place to get married. Their food is absolutely delicious and there is a lot of it. The people working at The Bethwood know exactly what they're doing. Our wedding day went smoothly because Steve and his staff are awesome at their jobs.

e to enjoy my favorite kind of vodka (a brand they normally don't carry). They catered to my every need and exceeded all of my expectations. I am very particular and there isn't one single detail I would have changed. If you want a professional staff and a beautiful environment for your wedding, I would highly recommend The Bethwood. Thank you for all that you've done. Sincerely, Mr. & Mrs. Andrew Carter

ied at their garden and I must say that it was definitely a "Dream come TRUE" of how beautiful it all looked.

nd were reassured that the indoor “just in case” room would be available in the event of any last-minute weather issues. For the same price that other NYC-area venues wanted for a Sunday brunch with a limited bar, we got a three-course meal, crazy bountiful cocktail hour and full open bar. Steven responded to my random questions so quickly, and the answer was always that the idea (signature cocktails, practice time on the dance floor, etc.) was easily arranged. He, and The Bethwood, made planning the wedding so easy. On the night of, all our guests were impressed. Steve kept everything running like clockwork, which was no easy feat with our large bridal party of 19. All of our other vendors said The Bethwood was easy to work with, in arranging deliveries and setup. The food was delicious (get the Chicken Monterey at brunch—it’s so tasty!), so much so that a large contingent went back the next day for brunch. I’m so glad we discovered this place.

rea... Would recommend for a baby shower or graduation party, not a wedding!

taste their food at their Sunday Brunch. We were sold because their food was not only delicious, but we loved the look of the rooms and the service. The outside grounds have a beautiful garden area, where we planned on having our ceremony. Of course rain put a damper on our plans, but The Bethwood has an indoor chapel that is very nice so we were very pleased. Some places do not have this option, so we were very happy that if we couldn't have the garden wedding was had an equally pretty Plan B. The food was delicious, and we received many compliments about the cocktail hour and dinner courses. They even made us a very unique ice sculpture and my wedding cake was exactly what I imagined it would look like. I found The Bethwood to be very accommodating and we can't wait to go there for brunch our one year anniversary!

, but they also have valet.

the delicious food, and the wonderful staff. Our maitre d' Steve Ranieri was such a pleasure to work with. He really went above and beyond our expectations to ensure that our day was perfect. He was always very responsive and helpful throughout the entire process and made us feel so at ease that everything would go just as we hoped. I am being completely honest in saying that I am not aware of a single thing that went wrong the day of the wedding, and if it did, he handled it smoothly and efficiently before I even had time to worry about it. I highly recommend this venue!

tion, wonderful food, excellent staff, and great prices!!!

offer me the 3 smaller rooms, which were not very appropriate for a wedding. If you are planning a large wedding, and are on a budget, I would say check it out.

est. It was the most magical night ever.

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and pleasant. Our Maitre D really took the time to make sure we had everything we needed. Food is fantastic! We could not have asked or wanted anything more!

l & accomodating. The food & service was great & we didn't have to worry about a thing. We had recommended The Bethwood prior to our wedding because we were so pleased with how we were treated & would multiply that 100 times now since our wedding as there is nothing more we could ask for.

k and atmosphere it offered. After talking with a few other friends they said they have been there and the wedding were amazing. My husband's Grandma said this was the wedding of the century! At the cocktail hour there was so many different choices and plenty for everyone! Then it came down to the dinners and the cake and both were outstanding. My husband and I paid for the wedding ourselves so we wanted to make sure it was all we ever wanted and it sure was! The food, service, location and every detail was amazing! We also had our ceremony there; unfortunately it rained but we were able to get pictures outside and the room we had the ceremony in was over looking the garden; which in the end was spectacular. If we could do it all over again we wouldn't change a thing about it!

by the Bethwood too!!

alls. We were fortunate to have Jason also be our maitre d' on our wedding day. The Bethwood is a bit on the pricier side, but wow, was it worth it. The staff, and especially Jason made every effort to make things run smoothly that I didn't even worry about whether things were going well. Considering that I had been a bit stressed throughout the whole wedding planning, it was so nice to just enjoy the day and be able to trust that the staff and our maitre d' were taking care of things. Everyone remarked on how full and satisfied they were from the cocktail hour. In fact, some of my West Coast guests thought we were having a dinner buffet and were shocked that there was going to be more food for a sit down dinner lol. Guests were raving about the food and how good it was. I wish I had gotten the chance to eat more of it but we were busy taking pictures. I am so glad that we went with the Bethwood. I got to marry in a beautiful setting and get beautiful pictures. My guests had a great time eating and drinking and just enjoying themselves while being waited upon by the very professional staff at the Bethwood. Special thanks to Jason for making things perfect on our wedding day!