Taravella Manor

We got married here at Taravella Manor on 10÷10÷15. It was all awesome from the staff, the food and the cleanliness of the hall. Everything was how I wanted it. The only two things I would say negative was I felt the night was rushed a bit and I didn’t get to do a bridal party toast but it was all amazing and definitely worth the money. I love the fact that we had our own server that attended to me all night and my immediate family. That was pretty cool. The DJ was awesome. The bartenders were great. The food was great although I didn’t eat much and we got to take all left overs home which was nice. Will recommend in the future. It was a great night and everything I had hoped and wanted!!!

I had my rehearsal dinner here. The place was beautiful and the staff was amazing. They were very nice and easy going. They allowed my guest to enter 45 mins early with no problem no questions asked. You cannot beat the price, very reasonable. They food was good. The owner was awesome and very accommodating. Even offered to give rides to my guests after their cabs failed to show. But we got it worked out. It was beautiful and wonderful. All my guests had a great time and really enjoyed everything They also give a personal waiter for bride and groom and parents. Great time great place we are so happy with our choice

This review could be an essay length but I will try to sum everything up into a semi-​quick review by using bullet points instead of story form!
* TM boasts that they will do all of your decorating for you prior to the start of your event. You just need to bring in the items and explain to them how and where everything goes. However. when we brought in our décor 2 days prior to the event the one staff person that was there to see the layout appeared to be overwhelmed. We then asked if we could just do it ourselves the day before which she agreed to. The only decorating chore that we left was for the TM staff was to tie chair sashes on all the chairs. This was still being done as my guests were walking through the front door.
* We requested to have TM setup using 20 tables with 6 chairs per table. Instead the staff set 5 chairs per table. This caused many of my guests to not have seating.
*TM assured me that there would be a staff person at the entrance with a guest list. I only wanted those peoples names from the guest list to be allowed to enter the event. There was no staff member at the front door.
* I was told the TM staff would reserve the first 2 rows of each side of the ceremony pews for siblings, parents, and grandparents of the couple (which is traditional). This was not done so I was forced to ask my guests to move in order to accommodate the immediate family.
* It was discussed with the TM staff that we would do a cocktail/​appetizer hour after the ceremony but prior to the reception to give Bride and Groom time to finish pictures. However, the TM manger on duty opened the buffet immediately after the ceremony. When i asked him not to serve he began yelling at me that he would not. I asked him why and he said thats not how things were done at New Orleans events. I am from New Orleans. I asked him if we could go into his office or the kitchen to discuss the matter instead of doing so in front my guests. He informed me that I wasn’t welcome in either location.
* During the outdoor garden ceremony the building’s A/​C units turned on. In addition to ruining the romantic ambience of the moment, it became impossible to hear the ceremony.
TM sold my sister upon her first visit to the venue with their accommodating personalities. However, once it became time to actually begin asking for slight changes to the hall (i.e. can we push this table one foot to the right) the answer was always «no.» Many of the responsibilities that were told to us were going to be handled by their staff on the wedding day were never done.
Brides remember, this day is precious and assuming you aren’t a «bridezilla» there should more «yes» responses to what you ask for than «no.» The people you pay to help you host your wedding day should want to accommodate your requests within reason. They are in a service industry. They are there to serve your needs. Taravella Manor does not do such. I DO NOT recommend hosting your special event at this venue. The food may be good but the taste that the service leaves in your mouth will overpower all else.

I went to this reception hall for a wedding reception on Saturday. I’ve been to many, and despite TM, being in an industrial complex, the minute you drive in, you forget all that. The parking lot and front of the building is immaculate. There were doormen, and a beautiful hall that looked brand new. I’ve lived on the Westbank for 15 plus years and never knew about this venue. The staff was professional and accommodating, without being obtrusive. Everything was pretty unbelievable, because I just don’t expect this on the Westbank-​nothing of this caliber.
The food was incredible as well, and the food was what prompted me to write this review. I wasn’t expecting food made from scratch, I was expecting food fried 15 ways from a factory in Minnesota. They passed freshly fried shrimp and chicken that was better than anything I’d ever had before, and the chicken and sausage gumbo was authentic.
I was pleasantly surprised by all of this, because most hotels don’t do this good a job with wedding receptions. I know, I work at one.

I went to a wedding here and I really enjoyed the place. It’s probably not the fanciest venue to hold a party or a wedding, but it gets the job done. I remember that the wedding I attended here was outside in the courtyard at night and it was really nicely lit and cozy.
Fun fact: my 10 year high school reunion was held here. I didn’t attend.

Attended an anniversary party at this venue this evening. It was a little strange to get to as it’s in an industrial corridor, but the space itself was attractive inside and the staff was nice and helpful.
The food was fine & the bartenders made decent drinks as long as you didn’t ask for anything to complicated.