Benedict's Plantation

icole and Shirley was so seamless. They were very easy to get into contact with throughout the planning process, so accommodating and kind. They truly care about their brides! Donna and Kim were wonderful bridal attendants the night of the wedding. They checked on me non stop and I always had a drink in my hand (along with my husband and parents). The food tasted great. The venue has completely changed outside after being damaged from hurricane Ida and the new greenery, landscaping and wooden structure look BEAUTIFUL. I highly recommend having a wedding at Benedicts!

our guests loved everything.

everything we wanted for our big day! Donna, the bridal attendant, was such a big help. Overall, an amazing local venue with great food, service, and setting.

y mother and me with. It was the best night of my life & I owe it to the fabulous staff for making everything seamless. Thank you to everyone at Benedict's for making my wedding night perfect. I will definitely be recommending you guys to all of my friends & family.

s amazing!! From the beginning of planning my wedding, during a pandemic I might add, Mrs. Cathy was always a phone call or text away to reassure me and answer any and all of my questions. On my wedding day she made sure the night ran smoothly and made sure that myself, my groom, and our families as well as our guest were well taken care of. She went above and beyond and my husband and I can’t thank her enough for all she did to make our wedding day the best day ever. I would recommend Benedict’s & Mrs. Cathy as a wedding coordinator to anyone and everyone. My wedding day was truly a dream come true!!

Benedict’s was a dream. We selected our menu and signed the contract. The actual wedding itself was phenomenal—we had a great time and our band kept the party going. However, there were quite a few setbacks. My dress was bustled incorrectly the whole night. After them working on it for 15 minutes we decided it wasn’t worth wasting our reception time on. This is something that a wedding venue should have under control. Several people after the wedding stated that they had to go hunt down both the wedding and grooms cake. We had a bubbly bar and hand passed Bloody Mary’s on our contract—neither of which we had at the wedding. We were supposed to have sliders and fries handed out at the end of our wedding—we, the bride and groom, never received one. We both ended up going to the bar several times to get our drinks because our person assigned to take care of us was MIA 80% of the night. Both of our parents were fending for themselves as well as they were assigned the same individual as us. When my mom called to inquire about this on Monday she spoke to Lauren about it. Lauren called myself, the bride, and got my side as well. After not hearing back, we called again on Wednesday and discussed the same issues with Lauren and how poor the service was. When we brought up the passed Bloody Mary’s, she said “we even bought the bacon salt rim for it.” That doesn’t mean that they were made and served unfortunately. My mom then wanted to speak to Shirley, the owner, and they stated that she was in the hospital and that they would leave her a message. Lauren suggested, in the meantime, that we speak to Shirley’s daughter, Nicole. She called my mom from her personal cell phone and we were in the car and Nicole didn’t even let my mom speak and instead was an irate, unprofessional businesswoman. When my mom spoke of the lack of service that even she got, Nicole then yelled “well I’m sorry that we didn’t go tap on your shoulder on the dance floor and get in your face and ask you if you needed anything.” From the very start, she immediately went into defense mode, which only proves further the poor service we got. It’s a shame because Shirley probably doesn’t even know to this day the horrible service experience we had because Nicole is masking it from her mother. Never would we recommend a place operated like this.

food was fabulous including the pizza bar coming straight out the onion. We had some unexpected rain issues earlier that day but Benedict’s got everything set up quickly and everything went off on time. I would highly recommend this venue for a perfect wedding. It made my job mischief easier dealing with professionals They also accommodated every need my daughter has. The perfect experience.

om where we held our wedding reception was very beautiful, open and spacious. The wedding guests told me how much they enjoyed the food. My expectations were exceeded and I am very happy that we chose to have our wedding reception at Benedicts. Everyone worked very hard and were very professional. I could not have asked for better service.

hly! I am so glad I was part of the festivities last night! Everyone was so helpful and accommodating to us. As many times as I have been the made of honor, this hands down was THE BEST place I have every been to or dealt with! I would 100% recommend everyone to get married at Benedict’s Plantation! Thank you so much Mrs. Cathy and everyone else who made Danielle’s dream come true!

ght rolling smooth. I love the benedict’s crew and loved that I was able to be a Benedict’s Bride.

a special day. Benedict’s is a dream come true venue, food was perfect, my list was pretty much all from their list of recommendations and everything was flawless. We are doing a one year anniversary celebration in Brazil and Ms. Cathy and her husband are already invited to come. Don’t have one bad thing to say, my only advise is to book with them immediately. By the way I researched a LOT and they have the best price (cost benefit wise).

t it. The venue is so nice and the bar is beautiful. I would highly recommend Benedict’s for your wedding or special event.

on point. At the end of the evening Donna, the wedding consultant from Benedicts, asked what they could have done to make our experience more enjoyable and my comment was don't change a thing. The attention to detail was unbelievable. The food was the greatest!!

e the process as stress free as possible, Benedict's is a great option. Everything came together beautifully and we got MANY compliments on the food! Thanks Mrs. Cathy and staff for hosting the night of our lives!

ur daughters’ weddings, as well as our 25th Wedding Anniversary celebration. Each time, the staff and owner, Shirley Deluzain, were extremely helpful and attentive, easy to work with, and very accommodating! The renovations to the ballroom are absolutely beautiful and created an extremely elegant venue for our reception. The gardens are also beautiful and were great for outdoor pictures! Our vendors, including the bakery, the florist, the photographer, and the DJ, all commented on how accommodating Benedict’s was and how easy they were to work with. The grandparents of the bride have been to many receptions over the years and truly appreciated the extra-special personal attention from the staff at Benedict’s during the reception. The food was delicious and the menu selection was extensive. We enjoyed bacon wrapped shrimp, catfish, crab cakes, gumbo, and beignets.... just to name a few. We are looking forward to many more family celebrations at Benedict’s, as we have two more daughter's to get married! Thank you Shirley! We will definitely be back!

ption were top notch. They were easy to work with and were 100% accommodating. I wish I could relive this day over! Thank you, Benedicts!!!!

not only the menu but the whole day to make it exactly what we wanted. Our wedding was perfect, the food was great, and our guests were very happy. I would highly recommend them!

e waited on hand and foot and didn't have a care in the world except to have fun. Cathy, our wedding coordinator, was so wonderful... she told us what we had to do and when. Even when the ceremony wound up indoors due to rainy weather, all was just gorgeous. My friend even commented on how it all reminded her of a Hallmark movie! The candles and atmosphere were just beautiful. We would recommend Benedict's Plantation to anyone who needed a venue for any occasion.

o every person I know getting married. I can’t tell you how many compliments I got on the food! The most beautiful venue, the most compassionate and friendly staff, the amazing delicious food, and the list goes on! Benedict’s made my dream wedding come true, and I couldn’t have been happier!

wedding how beautiful the venue was and how amazing the food tasted. My now husband and I were blown away by how helpful everyone at Benedict’s were with us. They worked within our budget and answer any and all questions that we had. They were prompt with any communications with us as well. If I had to do it over again, I wouldn’t change picking Benedict’s. For sure earned all five stars we are giving it!

de it even more special. The night of the wedding I never had to worry about anything; they guided us through the whole night and made sure we were taken care of. I definitely recommend this venue.

but they made everything so simple. They can work with any budget and are willing to help in any way they can. I had a horrible hotel situation. My hotel I was supposed to get ready at decided to cancel my reservations multiple times. I called Benedict's in a panic trying to figure out what I was supposed to do because no other hotels had a suite large enough available. They went above and beyond to help me. I ended up being able to get dressed on site at Benedict's. Not only is their customer service great, the food is AMAZING!!!! I still have people coming up to me telling me how great the food was. The food on my wedding day was very important when choosing a venue. I am very picky with food and they went above and beyond my expectations! If you want a beautiful venue, personable wedding coordinator, and fabulous food choose Benedict's! Thank you Ms. Shirley and Ms. Cathy for the making the wedding of my dreams possible!

e reception was, and our attendant was making sure that all our needs were met. They handle everything and it was a breeze. Mrs. Shirley and her staff are awesome! This is a great place to host your wedding and an excellent value for our money!

imousine, Mrs Shirley was there waiting to help bustle my dress and get me in the doors. She absolutely had it decorated so beautifully! The food was absolutely delicious and was everywhere!! The night ran smoothly and beautifully. We will never be able to thank her enough for the absolute best night of our lives!!!

alking about the beautiful wedding and delicious food! Lauren, Ms. Shirley, Ms. Donna, and staff were so kind and made sure everything ran smoothly. I had a fairytale wedding being a Benedict's Bride!

modated my budget and request for no alcohol, very easy to work with and made great vendor recommendations for the cake and flowers. Only snafu we had was I was told, and had it written on my paperwork that we would have white on white linens, yet when we arrived to decorate prior to the rehearsal there were white on black linens, and I was given a poor excuse by the coordinator - thank goodness for Sams club though and my Mom fixed the issue. Servers were amazing and friendly! Great time was had by all! Would definitely recommend Benedict’s Plantation in the future.

very impressed with Ms. Shirley, the owner, she was in the kitchen working very hard to please everyone with a smile on her face! If you are looking for special homemade food, and special service look no more! This is the one! I thank you Ms. Shirley and crew for making this such a wonderful and successful evening! Sincerely, Susan King

daughter wanted and Cathy made it happen. At the reception, which decorated beautifully, she took exceptional care of the bride and groom and made sure our families at the table were also taken care of. The food was excellent and all the guests raved about it! Benedict's staff went above and beyond making sure all had a great time. If you are looking for a wonderful place for your reception or any catering needs, contact Benedict's

vated Ballroom and Bridal Suite were just stunning. The Rehearsal dinner, Wedding and Reception all were at Benedicts. HIGHLY recommend!!! Cannot thank them enough. Great Job!

ial. When I accidentally put the wrong time on my invitations, she moved the wedding time to accommodate. When I did not have an exit planned, she supplied me with some sparklers of her own. My family and friends having been talking about how delicious the food was ever since! The ballroom was beautiful and exactly the way I wanted it, without even having to tell them! If you want to get married at a place where you will not have to worry about anything, this is the place! You will not be disappointed. The serving staff was excellent, the grounds are beautiful. You simply cannot go wrong. I could go on and on about all the reasons why this is the best place ever! Thank you Ms. Kathy and Benedict’s Plantation for everything.

or- our coordinator, Lauren, made the planning process a fun one, while staying within our budget and making sure our reception was everything I had dreamed of and more. All of our guests were so impressed with the venue, the service, and most importantly- the amazing food! Thank you for exceeding my expectations and making our night absolutely perfect! I highly recommend Benedict's Plantation!

ole time! Mrs. Lauren is the best and she helped me figure out the perfect menu and exactly what I wanted for the big day! I cannnot express how happy we were and all the compliments we received! It was truly amazing hands down!

. My MIL was planning it from Baton Rouge, and made a few trips to Mandeville, but Nicole really helped her to understand everything even though she was out of town. The food, drinks, wait staff, audio equipment and everything were perfect! It was hard to find a venue or restaurant to accommodate 70 people, but we found Benedict's and it made for a perfect rehearsal dinner!

fortlessly moved the ceremony inside and managed to keep everything beautiful. My guests are still talking about the delicious food and everyone loved that the bar was nice and big with plenty of staff! Overall, they made this a night to remember and I highly recommend this venue to anyone! They really work with your budget to produce an exceptional event on your terms. This is one very happy bride!

re planning process and the night of our wedding was superb. The staff was very professional, and the atmosphere was absolutely perfect!

ing leading up to the big day! Our wedding was better than I could have imagined, everything turned out beautifully. It was truly the BEST day ever. The venue is gorgeous. We had both our wedding and reception there at sunset. The garden area with the beautiful chandelier looked perfect! The food was amazing! I'm so obsessed with the seafood crepes they have! So thankful.

xperience was wonderful. Everything was beyond our expectations. The food was delicious, the service was great, and the whole night was just a magical experience for us. I can't say enough about the wedding coordinator, Cathy. She was always there for us in the planning and during the event. She couldn't be any better at her job if she tried. I also hosted the rehearsal party at Benedict's. The staff accommodated all of my requests and the food was absolutely delicious. I received many compliments on the party. Overall, my experience at Benedict's was more than I ever hoped for. My son who just got married was my last child to be married, but if I had to do it again, I would definitely recommend Benedict's Plantation. Thank you Benedict's and Cathy for a night we will never forget.

s. Their wedding coordinator, Mrs. Cathy, is great at what she does! Everything was perfect!

not have a wedding planner but with the help of Lauren and Cathy, a planner was not even needed. Lauren was always available for questions and had ideas for my reception that I wouldn’t have even thought of. They both walked me through every step of the way in the planning process and made sure they tailored every detail to my needs. Cathy was our day of attendant and she was with us from the second we pulled up in the limo until the last sparkler went off. She made sure we were taken care of throughout the night and that everything flowed smoothly. Most venues do not come with a day of attendant and even if you hire one, you will probably not get the first class treatment that we received. The food was amazing and our guests have not stopped raving over it! We were also sent home with food & champagne to enjoy with the family the next day. We had a big wedding with over 225 people and there was NEVER a line at the bar. These people are professionals and I have never seen a wedding flow this smoothly. Most importantly, the wedding of my dreams was totally affordable. Thanks you Lauren, Cathy, Shirley, and the Benedict’s staff for making my big day better than I could have ever imagined!