Riverview Room

tude actually made their job more difficult! But they directed me well. The "one stop shop" helped tremendously, and the food was all anyone could take about (other than the... you know... wedding). I actually didn't even try the food until the night of the wedding as I live out of town... but it was AMAZING. Their staff was so kind, and everyone just felt at home. There was also one woman working there (unfortunately I completely forgot her name) that has been there for years and years. She helped with things that weren't even CLOSE to her job. She brought my husband and I food, kept our wine glasses full, helped with my bustle... everyone there just made our lives so easy. 10/10 would recommend.

ts during our ceremony, and the authentic New Orleans cuisine.. the RiverView Room is the perfect place to celebrate love, family, unity, and fun. Never in my wildest dreams did I think my idea of a perfect wedding in my head would become a reality, but it did. There are not enough words to describe how much FUN we had having our wedding here. We had guests who recently got married and told us “darn, this was better than our wedding”. The food, the dancing, the venue… a dream come true. My coordinator Skylar was IMPECCABLY punctual, organized, hilarious, fun, and created a beautiful flow of events for the evening. I seriously want to be her best friend, along with every single staff member at this venue. I am seriously searching for something else to celebrate just so I can book this venue over and over again. Now, back to the food. Delicious is an understatement. My guests were trying to bring Tupperware up just so they could take some food home.. I’m pretty sure some of them did lol. Every. Single. Dish. Was. TO DIE FOR. I wish they would open a RiverView room restaurant because I would be their number one customer. As an out of town bride, planning can be stressful and communication can seem sporadic… not with this venue. Every ridiculous question at any time of the day, was answered QUICKLY. Even when I thought my question was silly or insignificant, the RiverView team assured me all my questions were valid. I cannot say enough kind words. I am in tears as I write this because of how amazing this experience was. If you have any bride-to-bride questions, please reach out! (Loren.basinger@gmail.com) Thank you so so much to the entire RiverView room staff for making my dreams come true.

ocess. On the actual wedding date the staff it it’s entirety was ah-mazing!!! If I was to do it all over again I would with the exact same people and place. I currently live in Chicago but the communication was if I lived up the street. I highly recommend for not only your wedding/reception but every occasion.

working with Elizabeth, Keitra, and our attendants the day-of were phenomenal, throughout the entire planning process - they even helped me find my phone the next day when I left it at the venue on our wedding night (further shows how much fun we had!) Our parents on the day of raved about how well taken care of they felt by the attendants. Everyone loved the food and the space. They did a wonderful job making sure everything was exactly how I had envisioned. Inside tip: make sure that you book your tasting right when you book the space - there is one per quarter and that way you can make sure you can plan accordingly! We would not change a thing about our amazing day, thanks to all of the effort and care the Riverview Room staff provided. Thank you, Riverview Room!

lves here." Elizabeth was wonderful to email and plan with. Mandi helped us with all the details and Skylar was a fantastic attendant! The views from the terrace and balconies over looking the river and city are unbelievably dreamy and made for great photos! Between the murals painted on the walls, the hard wood floors, white ceiling, white carpet, and large windows- every corner of the room is gorgeous. We used almost all the decor they offered because everything just flowed together so nicely- that was a bonus for us because we didn't have to purchase and coordinate added decor. The RVR crew offers a food tasting a few times a year which was a fun and valuable experience so we could choose some food options for our reception. Our guests said they loved the champagne wall before the ceremony and raved about the food! We added the bananas foster station, and even though the attendants brought some to us on the dance floor, we wished it could have been more of an "event" for us to watch and get pictures with, as a lot of our guests said they missed it. We got married in early June and knew it would be hot so we supplied paper fans for our guests- which they reported back they appreciated. Our bridal party said it was hot but not as bad as they thought it would be. Our ceremony was for 6PM and lasted about 20 minutes. When the ceremony ended and we returned outside for family pictures, it was about 6:30-6:45 and it immediately felt cooler as the sun went down so consider your ceremony time. We felt the cost of the entire venue was more than what we originally wanted to pay, but looking back, we wouldn't change a thing and everything was so worth it! Thank you RVR team for making our night the best night of our lives! We absolutely loved it and appreciate all your effort!

the food which they catered to the room decor was perfect! They are so flexible when it comes to last minute changes in case of rain. The view of the river was beautiful along with the rooftop view of the city!They made everything so perfect and I highly recommend them if you are trying to find your perfect wedding venue!

int that I have is in regards to the personal attendant that was assigned to my husband and I. She met us downstairs when we arrived and asked us for our drink orders and explained she would be taking care of us the whole night. However, that was the last time I saw her. Our wedding coordinator was also annoyed with her and there were countless times I had to go to the bar myself or have to track someone down to get me a piece of cake or food. That definitely put a small damper on an otherwise wonderful night.

tions since the weather can be unpredictable. Riverview Room has it all! Most importantly their team was great and all of our guests raved about the amazing customer service they received during the reception.

create a menu that worked within our budget while still showcasing an authentic New Orleans culinary experience. Months later, our guests are still talking about the oysters, shrimp & grits and gouda mashed potatoes! The day of our wedding, Mandy and her team made sure everything was flawless. Thank you Riverview Room team for making our wedding dreams come true!

nce with everyone at the Riverview Room. We booked the venue sight unseen as we live out of state. The location is in the heart of the French Quarter with amazing views of the river and Jackson Square.

ence! We had the best day and made so many special memories at your beautiful venue. Our guests are still talking about it! We will always recommend you to anyone looking for a place to get married.

d we turned it into our photo booth back drop! Shiree and Stanton were so attentive the entire night for us and our parents. The night ran so smoothly because of them.

ing to plan our wedding from out of town, the Riverview room staff was especially attentive, detailed, and supportive of everything I needed and asked for. Both Elizabeth and Isaac were so friendly! On the day of, the staff had set up everything exactly as planned. Our guests loved the picture perfect views from all the balconies. The staff did an amazing job packing our leftovers (both hor d'oeuvres and cake) and helping us pack our belongings after the reception. I cannot say enough good things about the Riverview Room. Thank you so much for making our big day so wonderful and memorable!

quickly to get started. The food was wonderful! They broke everything down during send off and we were ready to load our cars right after. Liz was great in serving the bride and groom and parents with food , beverage and anything they needed. I would highly recommend using this venue. Thanks so much for making our night special!

the balcony, and the Riverview Room moved everything inside. We got started only 10 minutes past schedule. The venue itself is beautiful inside and out.. but I cannot speak highly enough of all of the workers who work so hard to make your wedding day so smooth & stress free! All the guests also raved about how good the food was & how beautiful the venue is.

went above and beyond to make this day everything and more. Elizabeth and her team are an absolute joy to work with and the most helpful through all of the planning process. I am a very detail oriented and picky planner, and they made sure that every single vision was brought to life and then some. The food was incredible and received so many compliments. We are so thankful to have had our special day at this beautiful venue and would highly recommend it to anyone considering!

ul, as well as the views from the multiple balconies!

possible. The food was absolutely fantastic and the assistants that took care of us and our parents the whole night were AMAZING! The whole venue looked stunning and every single one of our guests has commented on how beautiful and fun our reception was. The whole experience was enjoyable and I am extremely happy with our choice 😊

so that obviously changes things. Pros: *Our wedding was paid in full, we were a few weeks out and then BAM, the Stay at Home order was issued. RVR was very accommodating and allowed us to move our date twice with no issue. * The venue itself is wonderful. The ceremony on the terrace was magical and the views are amazing. I loved that there were so many balconies so people had many options on where they could spend their time. The layout of the place is great and was perfect during Covid because people could really spread out. *The food was amazing (or so my guests tell me lol) *Elizabeth and the rest of the sales team were pleasant to work with even during the tough times Con: *The venue coordinator I feel terrible even saying this, but there were just too many things that were not as we discussed. My guests had a great time and everything was perfect in their eyes, but I was bothered by the details that were out of place. 1. Since we had to lower our guest count, we had to find a way to compensate for all the money we already paid. One of our options was to bring out a late night snack. The coordinator suggested po-boys and beignets. None of my guests can recall the late night po-boys, but the venue said they were passed out. I am 100% sure there were no beignets. The venue said that it was not in our contract. It was not in our contract because somebody dropped the ball. 2. Through many meetings and discussions with Carmela, we had agreed on doing the sparkler exit into the second line. This was discussed many times. The night of the wedding, about 30 minutes until it ended, my own personal planner approaches me to ask if I wanted to do the sparkler OR second line exit. Very confusing. I ended up just doing the second line to save time, but that was not what I wanted nor what we had spent a year and a half planning! 3. The welcome tables and guest tables were not set up to my specifications. In the back of a guest photo I can literally see a cardboard box just out on top the welcome table. I also saw that a bag of glow sticks was just sitting out on the table with our engagement pictures. WTF. I trusted whomever to set these things up in a nice display. It doesn't look like much effort was put forth. 4. The coordinator was so forgetful. We had a Zoom meeting scheduled a week before that she completely forgot about. This wasn't the first time she forgot about a meeting either. The day of the wedding she texted my planner wondering what beer I chose. I got asked on the day of my wedding what beer I was supposed to have. I know we discussed it & I saw her write it down. She forgot that the musicians were supposed to have a heater until we reminded her after arriving. She also had my cakes set up in the wrong spot. They were supposed to be in the middle to make a lounge area in the corner. This was not done correctly either. That's not the end of it either, but I'll stop there. I know it may seem like I am nit picking but that's only because when so much time, effort, and money is spent on something, you want it to be perfect. I know I'm lucky they even allowed me to have my event, but I had to write this review to let other brides know to be cautious in working with the venue coordinator. I didn't even see her the day of! Weird.

so cared for. The venue was clean and just perfect for our wedding. Thank you to the staff!!

d-19, original plans had to change from season to season, but the staff couldn't have been better at making the process a little less stressful and producing an even more beautiful product than I could have imagined. From the gorgeous views of the river and the city, to the delicious food, to the amazingly friendly staff, it was the most beautiful day of our lives thus far.

m was truly amazing. They were kind and not pushy during our first tour. It was the last venue we visited and both the space and staff blew everything else out of the water. We also booked our venue about a year before our wedding and they were kind enough to let us come by and bring my mother-in-law from out of town for a second tour, which was such an important part of making her feel welcomed in the wedding process. The awesome tasting we attended solidified that we made the right choice. Staff was there during the planning to help us answer questions (we found phone calls to be quicker than emails). They were honest with their advice, which is helpful during the planning process when it can feel like everyone is just telling you yes. In the weeks leading up to our wedding, the Riverview Room was accomodating of our menu and schedule changes. The last month was the easiest of all! Of course, the space was perfect on the day of the wedding. Our rooftop ceremony was gorgeous and the reception was beautiful. THE FOOD WAS AMAZING. Our family of New Orleans locals was impressed, which says a lot. The balconies provide a ton of space for people to spread out but be near one another. The staff at the Riverview Room totally wowed us too. Our bridal attendant made sure we ate and always had a fresh drink in our hands. She helped me change for our departure and was reassuring the whole night. The waiters and bartenders were incredibly kind to all of our guests. They were everywhere when we needed them but never in the way. And most importantly, they seemed happy to be there and to be having fun (no one wants to feel like they're bothering someone, but these folks went above and beyond to make conversation with all of our guests). And of course the location in French Quarter made it the perfect place to end the night with a second line. I couldn't imagine getting married anywhere else.

ht away and were so helpful with every suggestion I had! Not to mention the space is beautiful! The whole team made our wedding the most perfect night!!!

d me, my husband, and my family throughout the entire planning process and they were quick to respond to questions. We loved this place not only because of the beautiful views, but also for the amazingly open layout. The layout of the place really helps the crowd to see and interact with each other best. This venue also stood out to us because they did all of their cooking in house and the day of (my guests could not stop talking about the delicious souther food) and the wedding coordinator came with the booking. I cannot stress enough how great Mandy was the night before and of. Me, my husband, and our parents were well taken care of on the wedding night and she made sure that we all had food and a never ending supply of drinks! Seriously recommend this location! You'll love it! We did!

fect. I feel overwhelmed with happiness that I had the chance to work with these people and how we felt like our day meant so much them as well as to us. I had to cut this review from 1 whole page to a a couple paragraphs so that people would read it but hands down the staff and venue were amazing! From our first conversation with Elizabeth we knew this is where we wanted to have our wedding. We booked the venue without even traveling down prior that’s how comfortable she made us feel and I am glad we did. We planned our wedding from out of state and there is now way I could have done the planning process without Mandy and Isaac. They were responsive and informative and made me feel heard and at ease. I knew I could trust them in the process and they didn’t shy away from stepping up to any task. Chef Tom and our bridal and parent attendants ensured that our big day went smoothly they worked magic all night and were there for us the entire time. From the rehersal to show time they were there for us the entire time! There wasn’t 1 hiccup the entire night. THE VENUE IS STUNNING. We went with white, simple, greenery gold and small candles and it was PERFECT since the venue itself is so beautiful. The views of the river and off the balcony are so perfect there is no venue that could recreate them. There wasn’t much more decor we needed to add which I loved. Our food and alcohol packages were amazing and I loved every appetizer and entrée we tried. If the Riverview Room is available for your big day you will not be disappointed. I wish I could give them 200 stars. We are so thankful for this staff and venue. The Hanky’s

g day! Food was great. The space is absolutely gorgeous with new upgrades and a beautiful river view!

st everyone I spoke to or worked with was warm and wonderful and endlessly patient with my never ending questions. I was an overwhelmed and overworked bride and they gave me the only thing I could hope for - some peace. I knew they had me covered. They know what they’re doing and they are handling it perfectly. Day of, I never had to worry. I just had to show up. The food was delicious!! And the two women that were helping us out all night were absolutely FABULOUS. Everyone we’ve spoken to since the wedding has raved about the venue (that terrace is so gorgeous at sunset!) and the food. Thank you to the entire team over there for helping us create this once-in-a-lifetime experience.

We really enjoyed the tasting and getting to meet the staff. Mandy was always so accessible and ready to answer any questions and share insight. She really made it to easy to plan for all the details. Highly recommended this venue!

only the venue itself, but the knowledgeable, fun, and kind staff! My mom and I canceled the rest of our venue appointments after our tour, if that tells any brides (especially destination) how amazing my first impression was. I knew being a destination bride was going to be difficult, but i was overwhelmed by how easy everyone at Riverview room made it for me. From the sweet card and candle i got in the mail after choosing Riverview Room, to the morning after the wedding retrieving our stuff from the venue, EVERYTHING WAS PERFECT(and easy.) The food tastings that they host serve and display some of their most popular menu items (but i can’t imagine there being a bad thing on the menu!) if you can make it to one of those i highly recommend it (if you can’t.. make sure you choose the corn and crab bisque and lamb pops - our guests are STILL talking about those.) Mandy made everything so incredibly easy. She was patient with all my questions, she was always willing to offer a helpful suggestion, and she was just over all incredible. Our ceremony was supposed to start at 6 o’clock and right at 5:50 it started raining and all of our guests came in. She came to me and asked me what i wanted to do because i knew that the backup plan was to have it inside. She knew that i wanted it outside so i asked her if we could hold off until 6:15 and if it hadn’t stopped raining then we would move it inside.... and asked if we could open the bar :) well she made it happen! Opened the bar and she notified our guests that the wedding would proceed at 6:15! When i tell y’all these folks are there for the bride and groom, THEY ARE THERE FOR THE BRIDE AND GROOM!!! They are amazing! They had attendants for us and attendants for our parents and we never had an empty drink in our hand. My mother in law has not stopped telling people about it! I honestly could go on and on and on about how amazing our wedding was all thanks to Mandy, Isaac, and the staff at Riverview room!!

th every detail you can think of. Our event planner, Mandy, went above and beyond with every aspect we could possibly imagine. I was so so grateful for her answering all of my tons of questions, and with such a quick response time. We heard so many comments and compliments from guests on how gorgeous the venue and decorations were, and how fantastic everything was planned out. We can't thank you enough!! <3

end when Tropical Storm/Hurricane Barry would make its appearance. Mandy at the Riverview Room did an outstanding job staying in touch with us AND the vendors the days leading up to the wedding. The storm's path was unpredictable even hours before our wedding, but the staff at the Riverview Room did not let it affect our ceremony or reception AT ALL. The biggest change we had to make was moving the ceremony from outside to inside--they did this seamlessly. The food and alcohol were fantastic and the staff was so kind and generous. Chas and I thank you all from the bottom of our hearts for making our wedding (2 years in the making) everything we hoped it would be.

out of country and State. The venue is breathtaking. This is the best spot in New Orleans for a perfect wedding! Thank you to all the staff who were associated with the wedding! Cheers!

re its essence in a photo or video but experience it’s full beauty in person. It was perfect for us. Then to add to it... their food. Absolutely divine! Honestly, I could not tell you a favorite because everything was my favorite. The staff is kind from beginning to end of your process and I couldn’t recommend it more to anyone looking for a New Orleans wedding.

ciding on vendors, but they were able to fit us in for one of their scheduled tastings. The views from the main room and patios are absolutely breathtaking. We booked them a year out and by the time it came for us to pick our menu, the offered options had changed; Mandy was very helpful in reconciling the old and new menu options. The waitstaff the night of our wedding were wonderful. Our guests absolutely RAVED about how delicious the food was that night and next day!

e balcony. They provided so many items that you don’t think of but are needed for a reception. The food was amazing; all of our guests raved over the choices and how delicious everything was. The staff (Mandi, Issac, and RVR staff) were incredibly helpful with every detail leading up to the wedding. You should rest easy knowing this team will execute beginning to end with no problems. If you are thinking of booking go ahead, this is the best place to be in the French Quarter. We enjoyed our time and planning process with you all. Thank you again to all of the Riverview Room team.

ssac do such a great job of always answering the phone when I call and helping me out with any question or request that I had. They truly made our wedding planning experience an easy one! We had our ceremony and reception at the Riverview Room and it was an absolute dream! We had 200 guests with many having never been to New Orleans before. It is the perfect place to have a wedding with a classic New Orleans vibe. The outdoor balcony is so beautiful. The views of the French Quarter and the river are spectacular. The reception space is perfect size and looks absolutely amazing since the new renovations. Everyone made sure our reception ran smooth and it was a blast! My family, the groom and I were never empty handed with drinks because of the lovely attendants provided. I have guests still raving about how amazing the food was. We are still getting comments from guests on how awesome the space was and how much fun everyone had! Overall our experience with the Riverview Room was perfect and I would recommend it to anyone!

date a large group of 300 guests, emit a romantic, elegant, and Nola feel, while having space to spread out, step outside, have beautiful views of the city, and have great food - well The Riverview Room was all this and more! The venue itself is just outstanding. Recently renovated it is just lovely. You feel special as you head up the elevators to this private venue that overlooks the city. Gorgeous large windows that show the city skyline, river, and bridge. Just stunning. And if you have some guests that like to spread out and not be in the middle of the action, there are 4 great balconies that allow them to do so and one large terrace that overlooks the square. Mandy is just wonderful at coordinating everything as well. She listened to our requests and made them happen for us. Many vendors are familiar with this popular venue so no trouble with anyone needing to set up/deliver. The staff were just so friendly and efficient! The food was amazing. Just a fairy tale experience :) Thank you for a fabulous night!

d the rest of the Riverview Room team. They made sure that everything ran so smoothly. If anything went wrong, I had no idea because to me, it was perfect. Mandy was so professional from the beginning, and made us feel at ease as she took the roles of coordinating the rehearsal, setting up times with our vendors, dropping off wedding day koozies, guest book, and day of items. She really stepped in as a "day of coordinator" to make sure that we didn't have to worry about the little things leading up to the big day. The food was amazing and the view of the city was perfect. The attendants made sure that we ate, that we always had a drink in our hand, and that we knew where to go when, whether it was for a group picture, cake cutting, flower toss, etc. We also did a sparkler exit which was coordinated by the venue. Even after the wedding, when one of my guests had lost a phone the night before, Mandy looked tirelessly and kept in touch with us until it was found. She is a gem! The only downside to this venue, which is totally unpreventable, if there are loud car noises or music on the street, you might be able to hear it during the outdoor ceremony. During our rehearsal, one of the cars below was playing very loudly "Going to the Chapel of Love" which actually turned out to be awesome :) To sum it up, we had the most perfect night of our lives, and we heard from so many guests afterwards that it was the best wedding they had been to, and that is all thanks to the staff. Do yourself a favor and book the RR!!!

o, the staff at the Riverview Room from sales to operations was phenomenal! They are helpful and even helped me after I lost my phone at the reception--unbelievable service and a great time with beautiful views.

taff (Mandy and Isaac are the best)...the list goes on and on. We did a second line from the St. Louis Cathedral to the Riverview Room and the location could not have been more perfect. The staff during our reception were attentive and polite, and they were awesome to work with leading up to our big day...they even worked with us to do a special order of sushi! If you want good service, big space, great food and location, look no further!

de as inside and the Riverview Room did not disappoint us. The views of the city are spectacular. The wedding was at 4 pm so we were able to see the city turn from day to night which was an added bonus. Our wedding coordinator Mandy Lee was very professional and made everything come together with ease. From the first day she met with us, she handled all the details and was always available to answer questions and solve any issues which arose. She answered emails quickly and assured us everything was taken care of. She also met with all of our vendors and when we arrived to the venue she was waiting for the bride to help with her dress which was a dad's big concern. She and her staff were there for the bride and the groom as well as their families throughout the evening. She ran the rehearsal and made sure everyone understood where they were suppose to be and what was expected of them which can be difficult when you have a large wedding party. I can't praise her enough. She made the whole experience a dream come true for the bride. The food also was delicious. We had many out of town guests who fell in love with the crab bisque, the shrimp etouffee, and the glazed ham. If you have meat lovers the lamb lollipops were cooked perfectly. The wait and bar staff were friendly. We also had a praline station which was a treat for out of town quests. Seeing pralines made from scratch and eating them fresh is very unique to New Orleans. One of our main concerns was how the second line would take place leaving the venue and ending at our hotel. Mandy met the brass band coordinated their arrival upstairs at the reception and it went off without a hitch. She also made sure our party favors which were the fluer-di lis handkerchiefs for the second line and the to go cups were given to the guests and placed at the open bar at just the right time. From the moment we chose the Riverview Room to the completion of our daughter's wedding and reception the entire staff was amazing. The venue and the staff exceeded our expectations on all levels. I would recommend the Riverview Room to anyone who is planning a New Orleans wedding any time of year.

er I had a question. She talked us through everything we needed to know for the big day and kept in contact with me through the whole planning process. I was so busy the wedding day I didn’t have time to give any instruction on how to set up my decor but Mandy took over and made everything look so beautiful!! The staff was so amazing and were able to set up my outdoor ceremony in such a short period because we wanted to make sure it wouldn’t rain. The food was perfect and everyone was raving about it! I couldn’t have asked for a more perfect day. We were constantly checked up on during the reception and had time to ourselves to relax and eat. Also, Mandy sent us home with a goodie bag of food and gifts. I 100 percent recommend the Riverview Room for any event! The view and room are amazing and the staff is so polite and efficient.

utiful terrace for our cocktail hour! The staff is amazing and so great to work with! The food was delicious and were so accommodating for every request we had for our big day! All of our guests loved the view and had some perfect backdrops for pictures at night! We still are getting comments on how much fun the entire night was!

ts to see why we love this city so much. The views from the Riverview Room take your breath away. Our ceremony and cocktail hour took place on the rooftop terrace at 5pm, (we lucked out and had the most beautiful sunset you can imagine!) Mandy and her team were on top of every detail, not one thing was missed. From the moment we walked in the doors before the ceremony until the very last guest left: every detail, every moment was absolutely perfect. I didn't have to worry about one thing as we (and our parents) had someone assigned to us the entire night to make sure we were taken care of in every way. The food was amazing and several guests even told us it was the best food they had in New Orleans. Thank you all for making our night simply magical! We appreciate all of you so much.