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The Grand

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(80)best-of-weddings

38 Lackawanna Avenue, Totowa, NJ

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About This Vendor

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The Grand is a luxury wedding venue located in Totowa, New Jersey. Prepare to be captivated by the sparkling Swavorski crystal chandeliers, state of the art lighting and theatrical effects, stunning outside patio/garden area, and much more! Every romance is unique; a celebration of love, a tapestry of unforgettable moments. We pride ourselves on an individualized approach. Luxury on your terms. We take pleasure in working closely with you to ensure that every moment of your wedding is all you’ve dreamed and more. Our passion: creating flawless, once-in-a-lifetime events beyond expectation. Contemporary, elegant and versatile, The Grand offers exquisite ambiance with endless possibilities. Step inside your imagination. Dreams really do come true.

Amenities + Details

Ceremony Area
Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union, Commitment Ceremony, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
300+
Settings
Ballroom, Garden, Trees
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Food & Catering, Planning, Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
2015 Best of Weddings Winner2013 Best of Weddings Winner2011 Best of Weddings Winner

The Grand Reviews

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Reviewed On 1/17/2021 by Elizabeth R
It's been more than three months since our wedding on 10/10/20 and guests are still gushing about how perfect everything was! From the superb service and attentiveness of the staff to the beautify of the venue and the food was just...WOW. We co...
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!!
Reviewed On 12/06/2020 by Edyta P
We booked The Grand in 2018 for our November 27, 2020 wedding. When we booked, they were still in the middle of renovations and transitioning from The Bethwood to The Grand. We can not stress enough how beautiful the renovations came out. Th...
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
Reviewed On 11/28/2020 by Izabel M
To start, my husband and I are beyond satisfied with our experience at The Grand. To make a long story short, due to the Pandemic our wedding venue Royal Manor (sister-venue of The Grand) was unable to keep our wedding date due to new state law...
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).
Reviewed On 8/25/2020 by Jess L
Super late, BUT wanted to have a HUGE shout out to Chris and the Grand/Bethwood team for making our wedding experience absolutely wonderful. We got married 8/18/18 and we moved out of state so fast we forgot to write a review! The food choices ...
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!
Reviewed On 4/11/2020 by J C
We booked this venue last year and absolutely fell in love. If requested, they will do a tasting. My fiance is a chef and wouldn't commit without one. Good Luck!
Reviewed On 3/19/2020 by Romala S
Hi! Thanks, everyone for your comments! We are considering The Grand for our reception- But based on my recent tour I realized they do not offer any tasting menu. I do really like their menu and cocktail hour, but a little nervous about not be...
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!
Reviewed On 12/04/2019 by Sabrina N
Sal made every perfect for my wedding day. His personality and professionalism was top notch. Be sure to ask for Sal when booking! You won’t regret it!
Reviewed On 9/27/2019 by Tetyana D
My husband and I had an amazing wedding reception at the Grand Bethwood last week. It was in one of their renovated ballrooms - Barcelona. Everything about the reception was just wonderful: the food, the service, the atmosphere - all 5 stars!! ...
Our guest are still texting me to tell how much they loved this venue! I will definitely recommend the Grand to all my friends!
Reviewed On 9/07/2019 by Yoli R
My husband and I got married at Bethwood on 09/01/19. Choosing The Grand Bethwood as our wedding venue and Jason as our wedding coordinator was the best decision! Everything went very smoothly, beautifully, and the whole event was a complete hi...
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!
Reviewed On 7/27/2019 by Benjamin M
My wife and I recently got married at the Grand Bethwood. We had an absolutely wonderful ceremony and celebration here! The venue itself was gorgeous, clean, and spacious. Our ceremony was supposed to be outside in the stunning, new garden, but...
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!
Reviewed On 7/18/2019 by Joanne H
I couldn't ask for more. The venue is beautiful, and Jason's team is amazing. Throughout the planning stages, Jason was extremely helpful in putting the wedding together, coordinating with other vendors, answering my questions, accommodating my...
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!
Reviewed On 8/04/2018 by Alexandra C
Our wedding was absolutely AMAZING thanks to Jason Baldanza and the Incredible team at the Bethwood! They attended to every detail in the months and weeks leading up to our wedding, and especially on the day-of. Our cocktail hour and reception ...
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!
Reviewed On 10/18/2017 by marissa g
My wedding was held at the Bethwood on October 13th. Jason and the rest of the team were absolutely amazing. Every questions I had they answered, every email was responded to. We did some quirky things during our ceremony and reception and they...
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!
Reviewed On 11/16/2016 by Kristy W
We had an amazing wedding here! Steve was such a big help. He helped us plan through the whole process. The place itself is beautiful! The Garden was perfect for us to have our ceremony outside and take some amazing pictures! Inside is just a...
beautiful as the outside. The food was amazing and there was so much of it! All of our guests had a wonderful time!
Reviewed On 9/28/2016 by Nicole O
My husband and I had the most amazing experience at The Bethwood. Jason went above and beyond our expectations! Throughout the whole planning process any questions We had, he would get back to us right away through email. We felt so comfortable...
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.
Reviewed On 7/31/2016 by Amanda L
We had a fantastic wedding at The Bethwood! The staff is extremely attentive and helped the night run super smooth. Jason B. made sure everything was exactly how we wanted it and was so helpful in the planning process. He was so flexible and...
responsive to emails and phone calls. Also, the food was fantastic and the bartenders kept the drinks flowing.
Reviewed On 7/27/2016 by Kristen M
I don't even know where to begin! From the very first appointment with the Bethwood staff, my husband and I fell in love. We were treated like royalty and Jason and all of the staff have now become part of our family. We had the absolute "dream...
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!!). =)
Reviewed On 7/14/2016 by Katherine C
Everyone at the bethwood went above and beyond to make my wedding an unforgettable night. They were on top of everything the whole time. I worked with Jason. He is a great person. I had 101 questions and he had 101 answers. He was truly amazing...
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Reviewed On 5/12/2016 by Omi W
Just had our 140 person wedding at the Bethwood on April 30, 2016. I couldn't wait to write a review because our night was perfect. The staff at the Bethwood made us feel like a king and queen. (Our maitre'd was Todd). Even though there are ot...
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.
Reviewed On 9/22/2015 by Brittany
Let me just start off by saying Dominic was AMAZING.He showed up to my suite and told me he has everything under control and if we needed anything to just let him know. He provided us with drinks,waters, and an iron for a forgetful bridesmaid)...
. The garden where we had our ceremony was beautiful.
Reviewed On 8/09/2015 by Alexis L
We had our wedding here recently and it went great! Steve Goodman worked really hard to help us have the wedding we wanted. It went very smoothly, the food was great, and the venue was beautiful. We got great pictures in the garden as well! Ev...
eryone raved about the service.
Reviewed On 8/02/2015 by Knottie1438557575
My husband and I had the most amazing experience at the Bethwood. Jason took care of us the entire night with top notch service and we never had to worry about anything! He was great to us during the entire process especially because we were ou...
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
Reviewed On 7/06/2015 by Knottie1436226833
We couldn't be happier with our experience with the Bethwood. My new husband and I spent many nights of our honeymoon reflecting on how wonderful this venue was and how it was definitely the right choice for us! Not only was it very affordable,...
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!
Reviewed On 7/01/2015 by Kristin K
The Bethwood and all of its staff made our wedding reception absolutely PERFECT. Jason assisted us in our planning and preparation and was beyond helpful throughout the whole process! All of the servers paid close attention to us as well as o...
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!
Reviewed On 6/08/2015 by Amanda C
Jason was so great to work with from day 1 - he really made our wedding everything we dreamed it would be. The attention to detail and the overall service not only to us but for our guests was above and beyond anything we expected. We got mar...
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!
Reviewed On 4/13/2015 by Arielle B
The Bethwood provided the most amazing venue for my now husband and I! Jason helped us with every single step and was so helpful when my husband got deployed and we had to push the date back. He accommodated for all our military needs and even ...
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!
Reviewed On 3/18/2015 by Samantha D
The Bethwood was amazing on my wedding day! The staff always very friendly throughout the whole planning process. The staff during the wedding was very professional. They are excerpts at what they do and can handle a mishap with ease. The grou...
nds and building are beautiful! Perfect for unique wedding day photographs! Food is simply amazing! everything is so delicious.
Reviewed On 11/30/2014 by Ileana S
From the first time we spoke with Dominic to the end of our wedding day we were treated with respect, understanding and professionalism that every bride should have. We wanted it outside in the garden but on our day it rained so i was disappoi...
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)
Reviewed On 11/25/2014 by Angelina R
I am so grateful and so happy as to how well the Bethwood has been to me, my husband, and to my daughters in holding such a beautiful wedding. Our manager, Jason B, was professional, kind, attentive, and just wonderful and breaking down the det...
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!
Reviewed On 11/25/2014 by Emily S
The bethwood went beyond my expectations for my reception. The food was amazing and Dominic was fantastic and so accommodating. Our room was so beautiful and everyone was so nice and willing to help with everything possible and handled it all s...
o professionally. I highly recommend them for any parties as well as the brunch it was super yummy.
Reviewed On 11/10/2014 by Larissa G
My husband and I had our wedding at the Bethwood last month and I have to say they are amazing there! Jason helped us make sure every detail was set the way we wanted it and on the night of he was so accommodating to all of my needs. A few time...
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!
Reviewed On 10/27/2014 by Maecy L
Bethwood venue is the first and only venue that we visited, and we like it right away. The design and details of every corner of the venue is so perfect for different types of occasion especially wedding. In addition, the food was so good and...
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
Reviewed On 10/12/2014 by Kim A
First: Jason B., our guide throughout this entire process, is probably my favorite human being on the planet (after my new husband, of course). He was so helpful throughout every step. He made a lot of the planning easy & fun. We felt like he w...
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!!!
Reviewed On 10/09/2014 by Knottie42764730
My husband and i cannot say enough good things about the Bethwood. We recently had our wedding there and we are more than convinced that we made the right decision when we signed that contract. Even though we walked into the Bethwood without an...
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.
Reviewed On 9/17/2014 by Priscilla A
The Bethwood in my opinion is one of the best venues out there! Great spacious rooms (plenty of options), friendly staff, great follow up and the way things went the day of the wedding! Our Maitre'D - Jason, was great starting from working with...
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!
Reviewed On 8/25/2014 by Ashley T
I just had my wedding here Saturday August 2, 2013 and it was Absolutely AMAZING!!!! People are constantly messaging me and telling me that it was one of the best weddings they've been to in years if not the best one in their lives. Service was...
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!!!!
Reviewed On 7/31/2014 by Tara& Q
The Bethwood's experience as an event venue makes them a very valuable resource and partner when planning an event. I had my wedding at the Bethwood and it was the most amazing and perfect experience. Everything was top notch. Jason Baldanza wa...
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!
Reviewed On 7/01/2014 by tara r
Although my husband and I missed most of the wedding, which is to be expected, all of our guests had a great time. The ceremony took place in the gardens which was beautiful. The food for cocktail hour and reception was good and the space and t...
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!
Reviewed On 6/19/2014 by Diane L
We used The Bethwood for both our ceremony and our reception and I am so glad we did. They know what they're doing and they take care of everything. Our Maitre D was Steve R. He is a great guy to work with and he was always available to ...
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.
Reviewed On 1/13/2014 by Patricia R
I can't begin to express my gratitude to Dominic & the staff at the Bethwood for making my dream come true. My wedding day went so smooth! The food and drinks were amazing! My cake was beautiful and very delicious. They also made sure I was abl...
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
Reviewed On 11/08/2013 by Lenis C
I visited various locations prior to visiting the Bethwood and I must say that I was taken back by Bethwood. The food is amazing. The cake was included in their package and it was beautiful and tasteful. The Staff is very friendly. We got marr...
ied at their garden and I must say that it was definitely a "Dream come TRUE" of how beautiful it all looked.
Reviewed On 10/08/2013 by Kelli G
If you want amazing quality for your wedding budget, this is the place. My husband and I were impressed with their service from the start—our coordinator, Steve Ranieri, was just so professional. We wanted to be married in the outside garden, a...
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.
Reviewed On 9/27/2013 by Madeline A
I did not use this location but did visit and was one of my choices. It is a nice place, but not for a wedding! There is no privacy,cocktail and reception occur in same room, and there is a rope to prevent guests from sitting in the reception a...
rea... Would recommend for a baby shower or graduation party, not a wedding!
Reviewed On 8/16/2013 by Nicole S
We are a couple on a budget, paying for our wedding by ourselves. The Bethwood was willing to work with us, and we are so happy we choose to have our big day. They first offer you a free tasting for 6 people before you even book your service to...
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!
Reviewed On 8/03/2013 by Erica J
I loved loved loved my venue. The people of the bethwood were amazing.
Reviewed On 7/30/2013 by heather p
Food is really good, staff is very helpful. Rooms are not as large, but it worked out fine. Also, they host more than one party at a time, so the place is not exclusively yours. They do have an area in the back for photos. Plenty of parking...
, but they also have valet.
Reviewed On 7/08/2013 by a member
The Bethwood truly helped make my wedding an absolutely perfect day! The outdoor ceremony in the garden was so beautiful, and the reception in the Seville Room was lovely. I received so many compliments from my guests on the beautiful setting, ...
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!
Reviewed On 6/24/2013 by Julia A
I booked my wedding at The Bethwood after having a wonderful Sunday brunch there. They were extremely helpful every step of the way. They made me feel like I was the only wedding they were planning. I would recommend to everyone. Beautiful loca...
tion, wonderful food, excellent staff, and great prices!!!
Reviewed On 6/15/2013 by Dania k
I was considering The Bethwood for my wedding reception. I was a guest at a wedding 3 years ago here and it was pretty nice from what i can remember. They offered me a good deal, however since my party size was about 100 guests, they would only...
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.
Reviewed On 11/27/2012 by Maegan M
They went above and beyond to make my wedding perfect! Nothing was overlooked - every detail was attended to. Answered all questions and addressed all concerns. I did not have to worry about a thing and was able to enjoy my wedding to the full...
est. It was the most magical night ever.
Reviewed On 10/12/2012 by Giselle R
I enjoyed the atmosphere and the food was great. My manager Steve was excellent, the staff worked well during the reception, although some of my things went missing at the end of the night. I should have paid more attention during the packing a...
way of my wedding stuff.
Reviewed On 9/06/2012 by Dayna C
The whole experience was perfect from start to finish. From first visit, meeting Don (who did a wonderful job with all the setting up and information), the complimentary Sunday brunch, to the wedding day! Staff was wonderful, very accommodating...
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!
Reviewed On 8/16/2012 by Natasha D
Donald and the entire staff was wonderful, the food was delicious the service was spectacular. Could not have asked for anymore.
Reviewed On 11/16/2011 by Mary H
From the minute we walked in & our first meeting, my husband & I walked out knowing this was the place. We were on a huge time crunch of planning our wedding in 8 weeks & Steve Goodman & the staff at The Bethwood were so helpfu...
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.
Reviewed On 11/06/2011 by Samantha F
Our wedding day couldn't have gone any better! We planned our wedding for over a year and The Bethwood was the first decision we made. I had never heard of The Bethwood until I was searching on The Knot for venues. I fell in love with the loo...
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!
Reviewed On 10/10/2011 by evelyn t
steve ranieri is the best!!!! a very nice gentleman he goes far and beyond!!! he was on point better than my own wedding planner. at the Bethwood you don't need a wedding planner he help you in any way. thank you Steven my wedding cake was done...
by the Bethwood too!!
Reviewed On 9/14/2011 by Michelle C
I immediately fell in love with the Bethwood's outdoor gardens and wanted to be married there as soon as I saw it! We spoke with Jason, a manager there and he was wonderful in anticipating our questions/needs and always so prompt in returning c...
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!
Reviewed On 7/04/2011 by Cleotilde C
They did everything that I wanted and more. They truly helped us make our dream day come true. The Manager was great to work with.
Reviewed On 4/06/2011 by Jacqueline Z
I attended a wedding there and the service was amazing. The took care of every detail. My cousin was very happy and so were the guests.
Reviewed On 1/16/2011 by Michele F
The staff at the Bethwood was accommodating and helpful through the planning stages and the day of the event. The food is incredible and they create a menu with anything you can think of. They truly left no detail out, and we had an unbelievabl...
e time.
Reviewed On 11/05/2010 by sandra l
I would have rated our experience better had our banquet manager/maitre'd been more co-operative and outgoing. No smiles, slow to return calls. Real "been there done that attitude". Didn't make us feel very special on this very special day. ...
Food was good as usual but presentation left alot to be desired. Dessert set-up was terrible.
Reviewed On 8/14/2010 by Deanne C
Of course, every bride and groom will tell you that their night went way too fast. And it did. But Jason at the Bethwood provided a phenomenal service to my husband and I as well as our family. The night was perfect, the room was perfect (Casti...
llian) and the food was amazing. To this day (2 months later) our families are STILL talking about our wedding! You really couldn't ask for more. Cocktail hour was abundant with food and you could pick from so many stations. The reception was beautiful with such a plentiful open bar!! The only complaint we had was we really didn't like our cake (chocolate/vanilla cake with cannoli filling) it had a rum taste to it and we weren't too sure why.
Reviewed On 8/09/2010 by Jennie V
I knew I wanted my ceremony and reception here the first time I saw it! This place is so gorgeous! I had a Cinderella themed wedding, and the garden outside was perfect and the castle like look and feel of the building was wonderful! The servic...
e was amazing. The price was amazing. And so much was included onsite already-ice sculpture, cake, catering, onsite wedding locations (yes 2!), open bar, free shuttle service for 2 nearby hotels. I was not disappointed with a single thing about The Bethwood. It was a dream wedding come true!
Reviewed On 6/29/2010 by Emily F
The service and staff was excellent. They accomodated our requests in changing banquet halls at the last minute. The food was wonderful. I have no complaints. Everything was great.
Reviewed On 5/17/2010 by Sharon F
I got married in May 2009 and the Bethwood was perfect for our 100 person reception. The staff was beyond wonderful, as was the food... we still get compliments about how great everything was.
Reviewed On 5/10/2010 by Kate H
I thought that the service was superb. Steve Goodman was incredible. He tried to accommodate our every wish and was able to do so 90% of the time. He was able to customize our menu our cake as well as our decorations. His staff was a...
lso superb. The venue is beautiful and the food excellent.
Reviewed On 5/10/2010 by Barbara M
Ceremony and pictures taken on premises in the beautiful gardens. The maitre d' and staff were excellent. Food was great.
Reviewed On 5/10/2010 by Katherine P
The oldside garden is amazing for photos and ceremonies.
Reviewed On 5/10/2010 by Mercedes F
everything
Reviewed On 5/10/2010 by Kimberly W
The service was excellent!!! The maitre de was phenomenal and waited on us and our families hand and foot. Everything was well organized. THe staff was extremely friendly. We had both our ceremony and reception at the venue. Our ceremony w...
as in the gardens which is absolutely beautiful. What was great about the venue was that if it rained they also had an indoor chapel as a back up which is also very beautiful.;Whatever the maximum number of people you are told fit in the room. Deduct that by 25-50 if you want to truly be comfortable in the room. Our room supposedly held 300 people. We had only 215 RSVP yes. We were comfortable but 300 would have been tight and we did invite about 300 people.
Reviewed On 5/10/2010 by Lashema S
The staff was very friendly and accomadating. They are willing to work with people in aspects of prices payment plans and extra items.;If you have your ceremony at the site there may be some extra walking for the elderly. (Depends on what r...
oom you have for the reception). Otherwise ( cause they didnt care once they got to the food) it's just fine.
Reviewed On 5/10/2010 by Maria A. L
Family oriented
Reviewed On 5/10/2010 by Muslimah C
We loved everything. There was not a flaw to announce.
Reviewed On 5/10/2010 by Amy S
The staff at the Bethwood is incredible. They are beyond attentive and cater to your every need. The food was excellent, our cake was beautiful, and everyone from the bartenders to the servers was very friendly. I got ready at the Bethwood,and ...
there was always someone nearby offering us drinks and checking to make sure we had everything we needed.
Reviewed On 5/10/2010 by Michelle W
The room was set up beautifully. It wasn't too big but not too small. The outside of the Bethwood has beautiful landscaping - great for pictures.;Make sure the individual in charge places all the favors on the tables. The individual in charg...
e of my wedding missed a table or two and people did not receive favors. Now I have two boxes of residual favors.
Reviewed On 5/10/2010 by Amanda K
They offer two very beautiful gardens, and the staff there were right on the ball with everything. We what ever we wanted we got!
Reviewed On 11/23/2008 by Vicki O
The staff was very attentive from the first day we walked in for information. All my needs were met. They provided excellent guidance throughout the process. Everything was professional.
Reviewed On 10/30/2008 by Sara M
We loved the gazebo and garden areas available for photos. Also the room we had (Madrid Room) had a beautiful view in the cocktail hour area of the gardens. The staff was incredibly friendly and approachable - always willing to do whatever y...
ou want/need.;There tend to be many events going on at once so if you are looking for something private this is not the place to go.
Reviewed On 10/20/2008 by Raquel G
The manager who worked our party and the food were both outstanding. Lots of guidance and lots of support from the staff at the Bethwood.;Be aware it's unlikely you will be the *only* party that evening as it's geared towards having multiple e...
vents at a time -- didn't bother us at all but it might bother others.
Reviewed On 10/15/2008 by Caroline C
The garden was a beautiful setting not just for pictures but for our outdoor ceremony as well. The guests flowed nicely from ceremony to cocktail hour to reception.

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