Houston Hall

every time we met with her, she seemed uninterested and had a bit of an attitude 2. messed up the menu options we chose from our tasting 3. not very responsive 4. attempted to tack on additional costs 2 weeks before our wedding A week before the wedding I had to meet with her and go over EVERYTHING because i could not trust that she accurately documented everything we discussed. I LOVED our wedding and we wouldn't change a thing but, i wanted to express how disappointed I was with her. At some point, i reached out to a former Houston Hall bride to ask about Christon and she was shocked to hear about her behavior. Would highly recommend Houston Hall but a note to the venue, please use someone other than Christon to run events.

enue was. They also said it was the best food and drinks they have ever had at any wedding. Carlita, Isabel and team went above and beyond to make sure our day was extra special, from the food & cocktail tasting, to honoring our requests for custom food, cocktails and desserts, to allowing us to come in for several in-person meetings, to running a smooth operation the day-of.

itial meeting we were immediately sold. Every detail was considered and organized perfectly from start to finish. The venue is already unique, but on the day of it was transformed to capture our vision with the perfect blend of elegance and rustic charm. Houston Hall took care of all our needs to make our day both memorable and special, providing menus, table runners, and even letting us drop off our flowers four days early so they could set everything up just as we imagined. Carlita was a pleasure to work with. She is organized, kind, and professional. She ensured that all required tasks were completed efficiently and to standard. Isabel was also exceptionally caring and accommodating throughout the entire process. It was an absolute joy to work with both Carlita and Isabel - they were engaged and always accommodating whenever we had a request or a question. It felt like working with friends! The entire staff was proficient, courteous, and helpful. The bartender service was masterful, and the food was presented promptly and in an orderly fashion. Our guests continue to praise the food's flavor and quality. The event was conducted with exceptional attention to detail, ensuring everything proceeded smoothly throughout the day. We are deeply grateful to Carlita and her staff for delivering a wedding experience that exceeded our expectations. Houston Hall comes highly recommended, and we are confident it will not disappoint.

ything that we would have forgotten: Table runners, votive candles, table numbers, menus, benches, silver service, and more. No tacked on cake-cutting fee, no crazy last minute charges. Carlita was absolutely amazing and attended to so many extra details that we would never have thought of (she added a box for cards since we didn't have one, made sure that our arrival plans worked and suggested ways to make sure we could both be there without seeing each other, coordinated a delayed pick up of our left over wedding cake, and so much more).

helped make our special day extra amazing and we will forever be grateful for their hard work and dedication!! We would absolutely recommend for anyone looking for a fun, seamless, supportive, and most importantly easy wedding planning process!!!

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great the food was!! Highly recommend, they are very laid back and flexible for different requests!! Thank you again

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on. There's nothing like showing up for a signature drinks tasting and hearing they have multiple versions of a cocktail for you to try, because they want to make sure they got it exactly right :) It's a gorgeous space, and and our friends are still talking about how good the food was! Houston Hall had so much included in their service, which allowed us to focus on personalizing and making the day really special. We couldn't be happier with our choice.

pleasure to work with! She worked well with the external vendors we used and even called the bakery that supplied dessert when the pastries delivered damaged and had them deliver replacements. She's really on point. The venue itself is beautiful with all the exposed brick, a gorgeous bar, etc. Since there was no ceremony we did not even need to buy flowers because they venue is so nice. They also have a lot of basic decor pieces and candles that they will set up for you that warm the place up so nicely. The bar is so well staffed that no one waited a long time for drinks. The food (apps and dinner) was delicious which sometimes isn't the case for weddings. We hired our own band and got some additional audio support but the venue easily held our band and they sounded great. The entire staff for the event was awesome. Highly recommend Houston Hall for your wedding, reception, or any event!!

finish. Christon was detailed, calm (and calming), kind, responsive, and flexible from our first contact email through our wedding day (and even the day after!). We DIY'ed our flowers, and she and her team set them up beautifully during a very hectic (for them and for us, I'm sure!) wedding morning. She also made sure our TEN ice cream cakes were stored with care and ease. She and Houston Hall made it so easy to drop off wedding materials the day before the wedding, which was a huge relief, especially since our schedule kept changing! We had an excellent tasting experience and received rave reviews about the quality, quantity, and variety of the food from all of our guests. They seamlessly accommodated all dietary restrictions. Houston Hall provides many in-house detail and decoration options, in addition to offering a plethora of vendor recommendations if you have additional needs. We loved our day at Houston Hall and we wish we could repeat it! --

ater our guests are still raving about the food ! The gem of this unique and beautiful venue was Christon the event coordinator who was on top of everything from our first inquiry to the last dance and beyond. I would highly recommend Houston Hall and hope I can attend as a guest in the future. Dream Day !

ring in chairs, a dance floor and extra lighting for a little more romantic feel - everything was perfect. We had so much fun, the dance floor was packed the whole night. Most importantly, the bar was staffed with enough bartenders that people didn't have to wait in line for drinks - something I appreciated very much! I cannot say enough great things about Houston Hall's manager Christon; I felt like I was in such capable hands the first time we met. Everything ran so smoothly with Christon in charge (I actually had to ask her to take over my wedding planner's responsibilities at some point and I'm so happy I did). From that moment on, everything ran like clock work. Her entire staff was super professional and I cannot thank them enough. We had the absolute best time!!

eam combination of an NYC wedding in the most uniquely romantic setting with plenty of party potential, this is your spot. The moment we met Christon, we knew Houston Hall had to be the venue. Christon is an incredibly thoughtful, detail oriented, down to earth person, which is exactly what we needed in the days and months leading up to the wedding. She understood exactly who we are and what we wanted, dug in on those details, and helped us always feel calm and ready. We could not have asked for a better day of coordinator. Christon and her staff nailed every detail on the day of. From the beautiful setting being exactly what we imagined, to the food and drinks (bartenders are amazing!!), to the dance floor, we could not have asked for more and we would change absolutely nothing. There are simply not many venues which would infuse gin with earl gray tea (in house!) to make one of two signature drinks named after our kittens. In the end, so many people told us it was the best wedding they have ever been to. We simply could not have pulled it off without the perfect venue and their incredible staff, and this was it.

personally invested in making sure every guest at the wedding had a wonderful time. She went above and beyond in every way and she improved on every idea we had. The food was fantastic and multiple guests commented that it was the best fish they had ever had at a wedding! Because of their attention to every detail it was stress free and everyone had a fabulous time. We highly recommend Houston Hall for any Event!!

t was the best wedding they’ve ever been to. I couldn’t imagine picking another venue. So different, so special and so unique. Houston hall is perfection and you’ll regret not picking it! Wow wow wow! Still no words, the most perfect day ever

essional and accommodating, and she exceeded our expectations on the day. The space transformed into the rustic garden wedding we had envisioned, and the HH team handled all the set up/tear down. We just showed up! Highly recommend!

ton Rubino(Event Manager). She is caring and professional. Her attention to detail is organized and thoughtful, we always felt taken care of and she made the day flawless. We can't say enough about the food. The fun apps and delicious main course went above and beyond our expectations. If you are considering this venue for your special day, you will not regret it. Our guests continue to rave about the day, from the space to the food, so we know we made the right decision. Thanks to Houston Hall for making our wedding unforgettable.

kend beer hall became unrecognizable - in the best way! Christon went above and beyond to incorporate personal details into our wedding day. The bartenders and bar service were exceptional. There was zero wait time for drinks. The only complaint we heard was that some guests did not have enough food to eat during dinner service, since it was family style. The food itself was quite delicious though. Our guests seemed to love the venue as much as we did, and a few even want to book future events there.

patient with our questions, painted a picture for how the day would go and where different items would go, and was ready with an ipad to show us pictures of how the space could be decorated day-of. We highly recommend Christon for a wedding point of contact and Houston Hall as a beautiful, funky venue for a wedding!

efore and during the wedding! The staff were so friendly and amazing! Everyone still talks about how great the food and drinks were. Also the venue itself was picture perfect and gave us some really amazing photos!

l, communicative, and thoughtful, with an amazing attention to detail. She met with us multiple times to understand our vision, and we felt she listened to exactly what we wanted. She gave expert advise and guidance; we couldn't believe how gorgeous everything turned out! On the day of, I didn't have to worry about anything - There was always a staff member at my side with a cocktail exactly when I needed it! The food was amazing, and all our guests told us so. The space itself was transformed into a dreamy, glowing, autumnal beerhall wonderland. The bartenders and servers were TOP notch, especially Christian who also helped with our tasting visit. Multiple guests told us it was the most fun they'd ever had at a wedding, and we think the venue, staff, food, and seamless flow at Houston Hall had a lot to do with that. Thank you so much for everything, Christon and team!!

e entire process. She was responsive, creative, resourceful, accommodating, and generally delightful! The bar tenders, table bussers, security, and all other event staff were also excellent and very much on point on the day of our wedding. No issues or hiccups on our special day. Perfect execution by Ms. Rubino and her team. The venue itself was also hit. When it was all set up on our wedding day, the space looked even better than expected. All guests loved the venue. The vaulted ceilings and genuine rustic/industrial feel was truly one of a kind. Expansive menu, and the food was delicious. Also included was a fun food and drink tasting. Overall, Houston Hall is an incredible venue, and Christon will take very good care of you each step of the way.

venue. Ana and I were engaged in 2019 and set to marry June 20th, 2020. Soon after the quarantine began here in NYC we decided it would be best to postpone the wedding until June 2021. At the same time we had both been furloughed from our jobs since mid-March. About a month ago we found out that are furloughs have been extended until 2021. After a gut-wrenching talk we made the decision to cancel our wedding and use that money to help carry us through the months ahead. We had paid Houston Hall $20,000 in deposits up until that point. Coincidentally, around this time we had been on a conference call that was discussing how many venues would not make it back after Covid. We also heard some horror stories about venues not refunding deposits for various reasons. That night I sent an email to our planner Jorie Cohen letting her know that we had made the decision to cancel the wedding and would need the deposit back. I knew the hall had been closed due to the restrictions around the city. Was Jorie still working? Was the venue ever coming back to life? Would we get our money back? I think it’s important to point out that by this time in the planning Jorie had become an honorary member to both our families. From our initial visit and through all the trials and tribulations Jorie was there for us. She was always cheerful, positive and efficient. The question was did her ownership/leadership carry the same virtues? Shortly after I emailed Jorie she responded back. She empathized and I could tell was genuinely saddened for us. Family! She let us know that she would forward the cancellation over to the accounting team. We held our breath in hopes the next step would get us there. Soon after we received an email from Shain stating the paperwork would be processed and the money refunded within two weeks. After 14 days we hadn’t received anything…. On day 15😊 we received the $20,000 in our account!!! Thank you to the Houston Hall Ownership, Management and Jorie for being a stand up organization all around! Cheers, Paul and Ana

here was casual but fun, the number of servers and bar tenders were perfect. The food much better than one would think of "bar food" and alcohol options great. Jorie, the event planner, was a jewel to work with and made it seemless all the way even though we live in Florida and had to do much contact long distance. I would highly recommend the site.

th from our walk through to our tasting, leading up to our actual wedding day. The food was incredible!! Our friends and family raved about the cocktail hour appetizers and couldn’t say enough great things about dinner! We went with a family style dinner and everyone loved how much food their was to choose from. Our guests danced the night away and raved about how it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to!

so aesthetically pleasing that you do not need to add much flowers or decor, but by all means, you can do literally whatever you want, they are so chill and open to anything - they hung our college flag for us, let us put real lit candles all over, and let us select some of their Christmas decor to keep up for our wedding. Jorie is on the newer side to Houston Hall, but we cannot say enough good things about her. She was organized and answered our every question promptly. Our guests had the best time and it was truly our perfect and best day ever!!

n-New-York experience. The building itself is so unique and distinctive in its aesthetic. The cobblestone foyer transitions from New York City to your private, industrial rustic space. The teams transform the place into an elevated venue. People felt like they walked into another universe from the outside. From the banquet coordinator to the staff, from the bartenders to the chefs, everyone we met and worked with was so kind, accommodating, and flexible. If you want a little bit of customization but don’t want to deal with a caterer and get all your own place settings, Houston Hall strikes a balance between letting you do what you want within a structured framework. They also provide you with bathroom attendants, security guards, and an AV tech who can coordinate with your band. On the day-of everyone was so helpful, punctual, professional, and on point. The night moved seamlessly, and we can only imagine how much behind-the-scenes teamwork it takes to make that happen. All of our guests raved about the food! When my mom got back from taking photos, her friend took her around to try all the different appetizers, but she didn’t make it around to the charcuterie. Meanwhile, my aunt loved the charcuterie so much that she didn’t make it around to the other appetizers. Houston Hall served the dinner family style, which our guests liked because it made people interact with each other and everyone could take what they wanted and try a little bit of everything. At the end of the night, we ordered Joe’s pizza for our guests. Houston Hall was cool with it. They even joined in when we offered them a slice. From a planning perspective, since Houston Hall is technically a beer hall and a restaurant, it was really convenient to come in when we wanted. Since they have normal business hours, we were able to stop by to view the space in the daylight and in the evening. Our banquet coordinator always greeted us and offered us drinks, which made us feel welcome. Also since Houston Hall is a restaurant, if you pay with a credit card that gives you double points for dining, you get double points for your wedding. When I realized that, I gasped and nearly fainted. All in all, Houston Hall is a venue well-suited for the memory of your wedding day. Thinking back on it, the space lent an air of coolness to our wedding while also remaining warm and inviting. It’s the kind of space your memory wants to live in. The people we worked with realized our plans and elevated our wedding beyond what we envisioned. We only want to get married once, but if we had it to do over, we’d absolutely go with Houston Hall.

all had everything we wanted and more! The space is gorgeous all on its own with beautiful exposed brick, skylight, and high ceilings. We added lights, candles, and flowers, and only needed minimal decoration to make it personal. The food is fantastic (mac and cheese and fried chicken are killer) and the staff is incredibly attentive. Jorie, the venue coordinator, was responsive, organized, and worked hard to make sure we had everything covered before, during, and after our wedding. We felt like we were in great hands the entire time, and really didn't have to worry about anything. We were able to relax and enjoy our day and it turned out better than we could have hoped! If you're looking for a less traditional venue in the city, check out Houston Hall, you'll fall in love the the character, and be pleased with the service, amenities, price point, and overall quality.

what is probably most important for a wedding, very well organized. The were also responsive, getting in touch in a timely fashion regarding everything from lighting to seating to timetables to overall wedding planning, and ultimately they transformed what is already an impressive space -- if you haven't been to Houston Hall in Manhattan, it is a grand beer hall with both modern verve and a palpable history -- into an otherworldly one. In other words, I would have been more than happy to have had my wedding at Houston Hall in its everyday form, namely a large dining hall with an impressively ornate bar, featuring a brick interior and long tables that denote that it has existed on Houston probably as long as Katz's Deli. I figured that, with a few lights and a few flowers, the place would be hipster chic, invoking the history of New York while also looking forward to a bold yet minimalist future. I did not anticipate what Houston Hall would transform into, a unique and invigorating space that  was reminiscent of the most opulent banquet halls in Game of Thrones. The combination of careful lighting, beautiful place settings, and stunning floral arrangements transformed Houston Hall into a space that was both incredibly impressive yet also warm and inviting. We held our ceremony near the entrance of the dining hall, as the afternoon sunlight illuminated the room, and, once it concluded, and we disappeared into the private room upstairs, Houston Hall's staff effortlessly moved the chairs from the ceremonial space to the dining tables, opening up room for the cocktail hour, and, later, the dance floor. We had 160 people at our wedding, and yet there was more than enough room for a dance floor, for toasts, for cake cutting, and for people to move around during all of the proceedings with ease. That the staff were able to rearrange the space seemingly effortlessly with that many people in attendance is a testament to their organization, and that we never wanted for anything during dinner is a testament to their focus and efficacy. (In addition to being a beautiful space, Houston Hall features terrific food, and multiple guests, some of them frequent curmudgeons, remarked that they were being served the best wedding food they'd ever had.) Throughout the entire evening, everything was anticipated, and therefore what was a carefully orchestrated party appeared to be pulled off effortlessly. In short, holding our wedding at Houston Hall was the best decision we could have made. Funky and hip, historical yet modern, and featuring a staff that is organized and engaged, nothing was left to chance, and everything came together perfectly. Were I to do it all over again, Houston Hall would still be my first choice.

would then I guess have to have a caterer come for food and beverage, rent tables and dishware, and none of these places had reliable venue management... and then we found Houston Hall. HH has EVERYTHING: great and plentiful food, great and plentiful drinks, huge banquet tables, and the most beautiful space to get married in. We had our ceremony and reception there, and the staff was so amazing setting everything up and then transforming the space for cocktail hour and dinner service, and having a private dance party at Houston Hall was the most fun thing!! Jorie Cohen is an amazing venue/special events manager and she will hold your hand and make sure that HH is everything you need it to be for your day. Also, got to reiterate that the food is BANGING and the drinks are DIVINE. Honestly, we know we were just ever so slightly ahead of the curve with Houston Hall because this should be the new go-to wedding venue in Manhattan. Book it today!!