Merri-Makers at Mallard Island Yacht Club
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About This Vendor
Coastal Views Meet Classic Celebrations
Merri-Makers at Mallard Island Yacht Club is a waterfront wedding venue located in Manahawkin, NJ. This elegant property can be exclusively yours for a special day of love and celebrations with friends and family. Couples will love the charming Boathouse Chapel and be impressed by the Grand Ballroom which welcomes guests for a luxurious wedding experience. Located within driving distance of the New York Metropolitan Area, it is a peaceful seaside escape from city life. Perched on the shores of the picturesque Barnegat Bay, Mallard Island Yacht Club is defined by its panoramic views. Relax with loved ones on the wraparound porch that overlooks the bay and enjoy the sun setting over the deep blue horizon. Guests will be impressed by its beautiful plaza with its stunning Gothic-style architecture that is reminiscent of Princeton University. When finished mingling in the warm sunshine and fresh sea air, the party can retreat into the cozy confines of the Boathouse Chapel. Couples can exchange vows in a heartwarming ceremony, framed by the roomâs grand stone hearth. Smiling and in love, they can say âI doâ bathed in light from its many large windows. Moving from the secluded boathouse to the Grand Ballroom of the manor house, an air of anticipation and excitement descends over the party. Ideal for a stylish couple who are seeking a celebration defined by sophistication and elegance, stunning chandeliers hang from a Tiffany Blue painted ceiling. Here a black-tie gala fit for royalty awaits parties, and will surely be remembered for years to come. Mallard Island Yacht Club is an ideal destination to hold a private weekend-long wedding. There are luxurious accommodations for up to 24 of your nearest and dearest so you can enjoy the property across multiple days. On the day of the festivities, the spacious bridal penthouse is the perfect space for pre-wedding pampering. It comes complete with salon chairs so the wedding party can be styled in comfort. Celebrate with up to 250 guests in the sophisticated grand ballroom, and you can be assured a delightful dinner service with Merri Makers catering. The companyâs event staff is also happy to arrange a day-after breakfast for those who have stayed on-site.
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Ceremony Area, Covered Outdoors Space, Dressing Room, Handicap Accessible, Indoor Event Space, Liability Insurance, On-Site Accommodations, Outdoor Event Space, Reception Area, Wireless Internet
Guest CapacityUp to 250
Ceremony Types Venue Service OfferingsBar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Food & Catering, Planning, Service Staff
SettingsBallroom, Beach, Waterfront, Estate
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Merri-Makers at Mallard Island Yacht Club Reviews
Mia Karstadt (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
I donât even know where to begin to describe how amazing my wedding was at Mallard Island!!! To say my expectations were surpassed is an understatement!! I knew I wanted to get married near LBI and I originally thought I wanted to get married at Bonnet island (their sister property) until I stepped foot in Mallard.. I knew my venue search was over and I found my dream venue. I loved the unique wedding experience you get with mallard.. you have the option to rent out the entire property overnight. The entire third floor is like a hotel so you and your guests of choice can spend the night. This eases so much stress that you know you have access to your own personal room with a bathroom whenever you need it and you donât need to worry about getting on a shuttle after your wedding night and staying in a hotel! We worked very closely with Gianna, who coordinates and basically plans your entire wedding at Mallard. Gianna honestly becomes like your best friend by the end and really makes your entire experience. There is no need to hire a wedding planner when you get married at Mallard. She truly is amazing at what she does. She is kind, organized, flexible, and always checked in week to week to make sure you had everything and anything that you needed for your big day. In addition on your wedding day you get two Maitre Dâs who make not only the bride and groom but your families feel like royalty. Anything you needed they had for us. They made sure my husband and I had everything we needed wedding day, gave us our own personal private cocktail hour, made sure we had a whole plate of every dessert, and so much more. My husband even got 2 dinners!!! In addition to us they also made sure our families were beyond taken care of by giving them trays of food at cocktail hour, trays of dessert, etc. My parents and in-laws could not believe the above and beyond service the staff at Mallard gives you. Brides, if you envisioned yourself getting married at a location with a bridal suite look no further. The bridal suite is honestly unreal and itâs almost something you need to see yourself to believe. My girls could not believe how amazing that suite was and thereâs an entire salon up there where you get ready. One of the other selling points to me was the ceremony space. The beautiful boathouse chapel overlooking the bay was breathtaking! Ok so letâs talk about the FOOD. My guests could not get over how amazing the food was from the cocktail hour to the reception and even the after party! Also not to mention the dessert was amazing (highly recommended the bananas foster and homemade ice-cream sandwiches) The reception space is beautiful and I loved that there is so much room for your guests to hang out and not feel cramped. I also loved how the dance floor had its own area. Other weddings Iâve been too had the band right on top of the reception tables and it was so loud that I couldnât even think. This was so nice that the band and dance area was a bit separated so people could still enjoy talking with other guests without screaming over a band. I honestly canât think of anything I didnât love about my day and Mallard. Our guests were so impressed and it was the best day I could of ever imagined. From the second you and your wedding party steps foot at the venue you are treated beyond amazing. If you are looking for a luxury and unique wedding experience near the water then getting married at Mallard is a MUST! Thank you Mallard for the best day EVER!!!
Reviewed on 10-05-2023
I donât even know where to begin to describe how amazing my wedding was at Mallard Island!!! To say my expectations were surpassed is an understatement!! I knew I wanted to get married near LBI and I originally thought I wanted to get married at Bonnet island (their sister property) until I stepped foot in Mallard.. I knew my venue search was over and I found my dream venue. I loved the unique wedding experience you get with mallard.. you have the option to rent out the entire property overnight. The entire third floor is like a hotel so you and your guests of choice can spend the night. This eases so much stress that you know you have access to your own personal room with a bathroom whenever you need it and you donât need to worry about getting on a shuttle after your wedding night and staying in a hotel! We worked very closely with Gianna, who coordinates and basically plans your entire wedding at Mallard. Gianna honestly becomes like your best friend by the end and really makes your entire experience. There is no need to hire a wedding planner when you get married at Mallard. She truly is amazing at what she does. She is kind, organized, flexible, and always checked in week to week to make sure you had everything and anything that you needed for your big day. In addition on your wedding day you get two Maitre Dâs who make not only the bride and groom but your families feel like royalty. Anything you needed they had for us. They made sure my husband and I had everything we needed wedding day, gave us our own personal private cocktail hour, made sure we had a whole plate of every dessert, and so much more. My husband even got 2 dinners!!! In addition to us they also made sure our families were beyond taken care of by giving them trays of food at cocktail hour, trays of dessert, etc. My parents and in-laws could not believe the above and beyond service the staff at Mallard gives you. Brides, if you envisioned yourself getting married at a location with a bridal suite look no further. The bridal suite is honestly unreal and itâs almost something you need to see yourself to believe. My girls could not believe how amazing that suite was and thereâs an entire salon up there where you get ready. One of the other selling points to me was the ceremony space. The beautiful boathouse chapel overlooking the bay was breathtaking! Ok so letâs talk about the FOOD. My guests could not get over how amazing the food was from the cocktail hour to the reception and even the after party! Also not to mention the dessert was amazing (highly recommended the bananas foster and homemade ice-cream sandwiches) The reception space is beautiful and I loved that there is so much room for your guests to hang out and not feel cramped. I also loved how the dance floor had its own area. Other weddings Iâve been too had the band right on top of the reception tables and it was so loud that I couldnât even think. This was so nice that the band and dance area was a bit separated so people could still enjoy talking with other guests without screaming over a band. I honestly canât think of anything I didnât love about my day and Mallard. Our guests were so impressed and it was the best day I could of ever imagined. From the second you and your wedding party steps foot at the venue you are treated beyond amazing. If you are looking for a luxury and unique wedding experience near the water then getting married at Mallard is a MUST! Thank you Mallard for the best day EVER!!!
Reviewed on 10-05-2023
Kiley Schranze (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
There are not enough words to express my gratitude and love for the team at Merri-Makers (Mallard Island Yacht Club)! We had the wedding of our DREAMS and it will truly be a day we will remember forever!!! When we toured the venue we were initially drawn to the waterfront views from anywhere inside or outside of the building! The covered dock where the ceremony is is beyond beautiful and so unique. An amazing part of the venue is that all of the outside space (with the exception of the courtyard) can be used if you have rain on your wedding day! Not many people think of a rain plan - and at this place - even the rain plan is beautiful! The downstairs cocktail hour space and upstairs reception spaces are so unique from one another but are both beautiful - you have to see them for yourself! The downstairs is a high end coastal bar vibe but with elegance and the upstairs is just the most beautiful and unique reception room I've ever seen! The dance floor is huge and the flow of the upstairs makes it very functional for a large or small wedding. The craftsmanship of the ceiling and vintage detailing is to die for! And the 3,000 square foot bridal suite..... once you see it, you'll know what I mean!!! The venue has a limited number of guest rooms you can rent the night of the wedding (if are required to rent out the rooms if you get married on a Saturday) and each room is so unique! We had our immediate family stay over the night of the wedding and it was perfect! We got ready off-site at another hotel & were able to check in at 1230 the day of the wedding. If you have a Friday wedding I believe you can check in at 10am. During our planning process we worked with Gianna who was amazing and helped us each step of the way! Gianna was so responsive and helpful with any questions we had - and she also helped us customize our menu to fit our price range and taste preferences. The food is incredible! Our guests were raving about the various stations and passed food during cocktail hour - and the unique food choices for dinner - again you can make it very customizable! From what I heard from my guests, there were zero lines at the stations and at the bar. The service the Merri-Makers team provides is above and beyond anything I could ever imagine! I've worked in the service industry and I am so impressed with their team! They have multiple bridal attendants that cater to you the entire day and they are the sweetest people! We also had 2 maitre ds who made our dinner service run so smoothly. We also had an amazing overnight manager who was so sweet and helpful! They will keep your entire day on track! ALSO - they cleaned up everything for us at the end of the night too and organized it into our bins! I never heard of a venue doing that. It was incredible. We also had our after party in the downstairs area where cocktail hour was and it was so much fun! It is great having a venue where you can have the ceremony, reception, and after party! The entire day just ran so smoothly from start to finish. I wouldn't change anything about this day. This place really knows how to put on a wedding and make it special for you and your family!!!!
Reviewed on 29-11-2023
There are not enough words to express my gratitude and love for the team at Merri-Makers (Mallard Island Yacht Club)! We had the wedding of our DREAMS and it will truly be a day we will remember forever!!! When we toured the venue we were initially drawn to the waterfront views from anywhere inside or outside of the building! The covered dock where the ceremony is is beyond beautiful and so unique. An amazing part of the venue is that all of the outside space (with the exception of the courtyard) can be used if you have rain on your wedding day! Not many people think of a rain plan - and at this place - even the rain plan is beautiful! The downstairs cocktail hour space and upstairs reception spaces are so unique from one another but are both beautiful - you have to see them for yourself! The downstairs is a high end coastal bar vibe but with elegance and the upstairs is just the most beautiful and unique reception room I've ever seen! The dance floor is huge and the flow of the upstairs makes it very functional for a large or small wedding. The craftsmanship of the ceiling and vintage detailing is to die for! And the 3,000 square foot bridal suite..... once you see it, you'll know what I mean!!! The venue has a limited number of guest rooms you can rent the night of the wedding (if are required to rent out the rooms if you get married on a Saturday) and each room is so unique! We had our immediate family stay over the night of the wedding and it was perfect! We got ready off-site at another hotel & were able to check in at 1230 the day of the wedding. If you have a Friday wedding I believe you can check in at 10am. During our planning process we worked with Gianna who was amazing and helped us each step of the way! Gianna was so responsive and helpful with any questions we had - and she also helped us customize our menu to fit our price range and taste preferences. The food is incredible! Our guests were raving about the various stations and passed food during cocktail hour - and the unique food choices for dinner - again you can make it very customizable! From what I heard from my guests, there were zero lines at the stations and at the bar. The service the Merri-Makers team provides is above and beyond anything I could ever imagine! I've worked in the service industry and I am so impressed with their team! They have multiple bridal attendants that cater to you the entire day and they are the sweetest people! We also had 2 maitre ds who made our dinner service run so smoothly. We also had an amazing overnight manager who was so sweet and helpful! They will keep your entire day on track! ALSO - they cleaned up everything for us at the end of the night too and organized it into our bins! I never heard of a venue doing that. It was incredible. We also had our after party in the downstairs area where cocktail hour was and it was so much fun! It is great having a venue where you can have the ceremony, reception, and after party! The entire day just ran so smoothly from start to finish. I wouldn't change anything about this day. This place really knows how to put on a wedding and make it special for you and your family!!!!
Reviewed on 29-11-2023
Kelly Carroll (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Mallard Island was a dream location to get married. The Merri-makers staff made the planning process as seamless as it can be, and even the wedding day felt care-free! Gianna is an absolute gem of a human and working with her felt like I had a super knowledgeable / kind / caring / planning-expert friend helping me the whole way through. The day-of dream team (shout out Sam, Jillian, and Nicole!!!) was also so incredible in making sure I felt taken care of and was where I needed to be so I didn't have to think about it. My wedding was during a tropical storm and the entire staff moved incredibly efficient and professional as almost every plan shifted last minute. The power was running on a generator for majority of the night and none of my guests knew because the execution was so flawless. I cannot recommend Merri-Makers or the Mallard Island venue / team enough!!! Even in such a crazy weather day, they made the sun shine for me and all my family & friends.
Reviewed on 02-11-2023
Mallard Island was a dream location to get married. The Merri-makers staff made the planning process as seamless as it can be, and even the wedding day felt care-free! Gianna is an absolute gem of a human and working with her felt like I had a super knowledgeable / kind / caring / planning-expert friend helping me the whole way through. The day-of dream team (shout out Sam, Jillian, and Nicole!!!) was also so incredible in making sure I felt taken care of and was where I needed to be so I didn't have to think about it. My wedding was during a tropical storm and the entire staff moved incredibly efficient and professional as almost every plan shifted last minute. The power was running on a generator for majority of the night and none of my guests knew because the execution was so flawless. I cannot recommend Merri-Makers or the Mallard Island venue / team enough!!! Even in such a crazy weather day, they made the sun shine for me and all my family & friends.
Reviewed on 02-11-2023
Krysta Hartley (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
If you want to have the easiest, most beautiful, scenic wedding with staff who will feel like they're your friends and family, don't hesitate, just book here. The grounds are breathtaking. The service is unmatched, not just for the couple, but for their parents and guests. The food is top restaurant quality. Their thoroughness and kindness make this experience only positive. I cannot recommend them enough. If you want glamour, meets beach, this is the place for you!
Reviewed on 24-10-2023
If you want to have the easiest, most beautiful, scenic wedding with staff who will feel like they're your friends and family, don't hesitate, just book here. The grounds are breathtaking. The service is unmatched, not just for the couple, but for their parents and guests. The food is top restaurant quality. Their thoroughness and kindness make this experience only positive. I cannot recommend them enough. If you want glamour, meets beach, this is the place for you!
Reviewed on 24-10-2023
Doug Jadis (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
The team at Merri-Makers, specifically Gianna, made our wedding day (and the process leading up to) everything we could have asked for and more. From the very beginning, it felt like we were the only two people getting married, and this feeling didnât change from beginning to end. I couldnât recommend Gianna and team more highly, and we wish we could do it all over again! Thank you MM, and we love Mallard Island Yacht Club!
Reviewed on 24-10-2023
The team at Merri-Makers, specifically Gianna, made our wedding day (and the process leading up to) everything we could have asked for and more. From the very beginning, it felt like we were the only two people getting married, and this feeling didnât change from beginning to end. I couldnât recommend Gianna and team more highly, and we wish we could do it all over again! Thank you MM, and we love Mallard Island Yacht Club!
Reviewed on 24-10-2023
Frannie K (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Mallard honestly let us had the best day ever. What originally drew us to the venue was the indoor outdoor vibe because we wanted to get married on the water without people getting soaked if it rained since the ceremony space was covered. Turns out not only is the ceremony space beautiful, it was a beautiful backdrop for all our pictures.The staff, food, venue, everything was amazing. I wasnât expecting all the hands on attention as to the level it was but all the coordinators and attendants calmed me and made our day so great. They also literally followed me around and made sure my dress was held correctly and bustled correctly etc. an and that I had lipstick! They also allowed me to make decisions about what I wanted to do which was great. Everything was also timed out so well and the flow of the event was amazing. I know for a fact that Mallard knows how to throw a not only a great wedding but the best wedding! We really felt special and like we had the best day we could have. Everything I tasted was amazing. I had the sushi the caccio e peppe and the lobster roll and they were so good. My husband said the steak and halibut were excellent. Also guests said it was the best food at a wedding they have ever had. I liked the private cocktail hour it was the only time we really got to eat and also soak up the day. I also really liked working with the exclusive vendors for cake, alcohol, and suggested vendors as well.It was literally the best day and so many people came up to us to say it was one of the best weddings theyâve ever been to! You wonât be disappointed choosing the Mallard!
Reviewed on 03-10-2023
Mallard honestly let us had the best day ever. What originally drew us to the venue was the indoor outdoor vibe because we wanted to get married on the water without people getting soaked if it rained since the ceremony space was covered. Turns out not only is the ceremony space beautiful, it was a beautiful backdrop for all our pictures.The staff, food, venue, everything was amazing. I wasnât expecting all the hands on attention as to the level it was but all the coordinators and attendants calmed me and made our day so great. They also literally followed me around and made sure my dress was held correctly and bustled correctly etc. an and that I had lipstick! They also allowed me to make decisions about what I wanted to do which was great. Everything was also timed out so well and the flow of the event was amazing. I know for a fact that Mallard knows how to throw a not only a great wedding but the best wedding! We really felt special and like we had the best day we could have. Everything I tasted was amazing. I had the sushi the caccio e peppe and the lobster roll and they were so good. My husband said the steak and halibut were excellent. Also guests said it was the best food at a wedding they have ever had. I liked the private cocktail hour it was the only time we really got to eat and also soak up the day. I also really liked working with the exclusive vendors for cake, alcohol, and suggested vendors as well.It was literally the best day and so many people came up to us to say it was one of the best weddings theyâve ever been to! You wonât be disappointed choosing the Mallard!
Reviewed on 03-10-2023
Kim Hirsh (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Gianna and her team at Merri-Makers did an outstanding job in every respect for our wedding at Mallard Island! The food was excellent and the service top notch. I previously did my daughterâs wedding at a very high-end NY venue, and I would rate Merri-Makers on par or even higher than the NY venue (and certainly significantly less expensive!0
Reviewed on 23-09-2023
Gianna and her team at Merri-Makers did an outstanding job in every respect for our wedding at Mallard Island! The food was excellent and the service top notch. I previously did my daughterâs wedding at a very high-end NY venue, and I would rate Merri-Makers on par or even higher than the NY venue (and certainly significantly less expensive!0
Reviewed on 23-09-2023
Chloe Holic (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Merri-Makers at Mallard Island Yacht Club was the absolute dream team and venue for our wedding. From the moment we toured Mallard we knew that we wanted to get married there because of the amazing views, wonderful food, staffâs attention to detail, and the immediate care that we felt from Gianna. It was not hard to envision our perfect day from that first visit and it ended up being just that! Gianna continued to help throughout the planning process and was available for vendor suggestions and questions whenever we needed her. The day of, the whole staff was so incredible, they put us at ease the entire day and treated us like royalty! Everything went just as expected if not even better. Also the food was SO good! A lot of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to. We would highly recommend any couple to get married at Mallard Island Yacht Club, you will not be disappointed!
Reviewed on 15-09-2023
Merri-Makers at Mallard Island Yacht Club was the absolute dream team and venue for our wedding. From the moment we toured Mallard we knew that we wanted to get married there because of the amazing views, wonderful food, staffâs attention to detail, and the immediate care that we felt from Gianna. It was not hard to envision our perfect day from that first visit and it ended up being just that! Gianna continued to help throughout the planning process and was available for vendor suggestions and questions whenever we needed her. The day of, the whole staff was so incredible, they put us at ease the entire day and treated us like royalty! Everything went just as expected if not even better. Also the food was SO good! A lot of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to. We would highly recommend any couple to get married at Mallard Island Yacht Club, you will not be disappointed!
Reviewed on 15-09-2023
Haley Uzelac (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Best decision we made at our wedding was the catering - our guests didn't stop telling us throughout the night how delicious everything was! The staff was so professional and made the night a breeze. Cannot recommend Merri-Makers enough!
Reviewed on 25-07-2023
Best decision we made at our wedding was the catering - our guests didn't stop telling us throughout the night how delicious everything was! The staff was so professional and made the night a breeze. Cannot recommend Merri-Makers enough!
Reviewed on 25-07-2023
Karla Porter (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
We had our daughter's wedding at the Mallard Island Yacht Club and it was Perfect from start to finish!The venue was beautiful, staff was so accommodating, no wait times for the bar, cocktail hour was a hit and dinner, and desserts were perfect. Our guests are still raving about it!The wedding planning process was flawless.
Reviewed on 10-07-2023
We had our daughter's wedding at the Mallard Island Yacht Club and it was Perfect from start to finish!The venue was beautiful, staff was so accommodating, no wait times for the bar, cocktail hour was a hit and dinner, and desserts were perfect. Our guests are still raving about it!The wedding planning process was flawless.
Reviewed on 10-07-2023
Christina Alberto (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-11-2022
We cannot say enough great things about experience with Merrie-Makers at Mallard Island! We celebrated our wedding day on 11/18/22 and it was absolute perfection. Gianna worked with us from start to finish and made everything so easy for us- we didnât have to worry about a thing! She was such a huge help throughout the entire process. The food, service, accommodations, were all A+++. I canât think of one thing we wouldâve done differently⊠our guests were over the moon happy and full of compliments as were we. I wouldnât look anywhere else!
Reviewed on 12-12-2022
Wedding Date 18-11-2022
We cannot say enough great things about experience with Merrie-Makers at Mallard Island! We celebrated our wedding day on 11/18/22 and it was absolute perfection. Gianna worked with us from start to finish and made everything so easy for us- we didnât have to worry about a thing! She was such a huge help throughout the entire process. The food, service, accommodations, were all A+++. I canât think of one thing we wouldâve done differently⊠our guests were over the moon happy and full of compliments as were we. I wouldnât look anywhere else!
Reviewed on 12-12-2022
Samantha Milito (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-11-2022
Gianna was absolutely amazing from the start!!! We loved every moment of our special day. The staff were so attentive and thoughtful. They went above and beyond our expectations!!! Always had a drink in our hand thanks to the staff and full bellies!!! Food is unmatched!!! Our family and friends loved it too. Once you see the bridal suite, youâll be sold!!
Reviewed on 30-11-2022
Wedding Date 11-11-2022
Gianna was absolutely amazing from the start!!! We loved every moment of our special day. The staff were so attentive and thoughtful. They went above and beyond our expectations!!! Always had a drink in our hand thanks to the staff and full bellies!!! Food is unmatched!!! Our family and friends loved it too. Once you see the bridal suite, youâll be sold!!
Reviewed on 30-11-2022
Gaby Cifuentes (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-09-2022
By far the best vendor decision we made!! The staff at Mallard Island Yacht Club went above and beyond for our big day. I was never once worried about how the day would go because someone was with me every step of the way. Gianna was also a pleasure to work with. She communicated everything we needed to know (and more) and was extremely helpful throughout the planning process. I have worked in this industry before so I know how much time and effort and attention to detail it takes to make an experience spectacular and they completely knocked it out of the park!
Reviewed on 29-11-2022
Wedding Date 30-09-2022
By far the best vendor decision we made!! The staff at Mallard Island Yacht Club went above and beyond for our big day. I was never once worried about how the day would go because someone was with me every step of the way. Gianna was also a pleasure to work with. She communicated everything we needed to know (and more) and was extremely helpful throughout the planning process. I have worked in this industry before so I know how much time and effort and attention to detail it takes to make an experience spectacular and they completely knocked it out of the park!
Reviewed on 29-11-2022
Lauren Cook (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 26-08-2022
Mallard Island and Merri-Makers were AMAZING!!! I first met Gianna at a tour for Mallard in January 2021 and she has been amazing since the fist day I met her. She was so organized and helped me through the entire planning process. We met multiple times throughout the year leading up to the wedding and she made the entire wedding planning process easy and stress free. The day of the wedding- I couldn't ask for anything better. The staff at Mallard and Merri-Makers were INCREDIBLE. We had bridal assistants that helped with EVERYTHING. They helped me stay organized with vendor tips, helped my husband sew his button back on his jacket after it popped off, brought me a drink whenever I had an empty hand!!! If there was a problem- I did not know about it and it was handled. The place itself is beautiful. My cocktail hour was outdoor and the views are gorgeous. It was a windy day but the building blocked the wind so no ones hair got ruined! :D. The food was incredible. My guests were raving about how much food was at cocktail hour and how good it was!! When it was time for dinner, the service was unmatched. White glove service, the staff was so kind and friendly, the food was so delicious. We had chicken, steak, salmon offered and everyone said the food was so the best wedding food they ever had. Not one complaint. After dinner we opened up the doors on the dance floor and my guests LOVED it. It was a perfect night and we had the summer breeze while dancing all night. I also rented the Mallard with the overnight rooms so we had our bridal party stay over. All of my guests had an amazing time and said it was the best wedding ever!! I could go on and on about Mallard, Gianna, Nancy, Lauren, Merri-Makers...everyone was amazing. I had the best wedding day ever!!
Reviewed on 27-11-2022
Wedding Date 26-08-2022
Mallard Island and Merri-Makers were AMAZING!!! I first met Gianna at a tour for Mallard in January 2021 and she has been amazing since the fist day I met her. She was so organized and helped me through the entire planning process. We met multiple times throughout the year leading up to the wedding and she made the entire wedding planning process easy and stress free. The day of the wedding- I couldn't ask for anything better. The staff at Mallard and Merri-Makers were INCREDIBLE. We had bridal assistants that helped with EVERYTHING. They helped me stay organized with vendor tips, helped my husband sew his button back on his jacket after it popped off, brought me a drink whenever I had an empty hand!!! If there was a problem- I did not know about it and it was handled. The place itself is beautiful. My cocktail hour was outdoor and the views are gorgeous. It was a windy day but the building blocked the wind so no ones hair got ruined! :D. The food was incredible. My guests were raving about how much food was at cocktail hour and how good it was!! When it was time for dinner, the service was unmatched. White glove service, the staff was so kind and friendly, the food was so delicious. We had chicken, steak, salmon offered and everyone said the food was so the best wedding food they ever had. Not one complaint. After dinner we opened up the doors on the dance floor and my guests LOVED it. It was a perfect night and we had the summer breeze while dancing all night. I also rented the Mallard with the overnight rooms so we had our bridal party stay over. All of my guests had an amazing time and said it was the best wedding ever!! I could go on and on about Mallard, Gianna, Nancy, Lauren, Merri-Makers...everyone was amazing. I had the best wedding day ever!!
Reviewed on 27-11-2022
Sarah Smith (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-10-2022
Our wedding with Merri-Maker's at Mallard Island Yacht Club this past October was seriously a dream. Gianna, our event coordinator, made the entire process leading up to to the wedding extremely easy, straightforward, and fun! We are very sad we do not have the pleasure to continue planning with her! The day & night of our wedding exceeded our expectations in every way possible. We knew the service, food, and overall experience was going to be amazing but it was far better than we ever imagined it would be. The venue is obviously beautiful but Merri-Makers really takes it to the next level and we genuinely felt like everyone involved was just as excited to be a part of our day as we were. So many people told us it was the nicest wedding they had ever been to, and while we may be biased, we would have to agree with this! We HIGHLY recommend Merri-Makers/Mallard Island Yacht Club to prospective couples. Only downside to the entire experience is that it had to end!
Reviewed on 22-11-2022
Wedding Date 21-10-2022
Our wedding with Merri-Maker's at Mallard Island Yacht Club this past October was seriously a dream. Gianna, our event coordinator, made the entire process leading up to to the wedding extremely easy, straightforward, and fun! We are very sad we do not have the pleasure to continue planning with her! The day & night of our wedding exceeded our expectations in every way possible. We knew the service, food, and overall experience was going to be amazing but it was far better than we ever imagined it would be. The venue is obviously beautiful but Merri-Makers really takes it to the next level and we genuinely felt like everyone involved was just as excited to be a part of our day as we were. So many people told us it was the nicest wedding they had ever been to, and while we may be biased, we would have to agree with this! We HIGHLY recommend Merri-Makers/Mallard Island Yacht Club to prospective couples. Only downside to the entire experience is that it had to end!
Reviewed on 22-11-2022
Alessandra Fiore (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-08-2022
The moment we walked through the doors of Mallard Island Yacht club, my husband and I knew we could not imagine ourselves getting married anywhere else. Not only did it provide us our dream estate venue, on the water, guest suites and all (WOW).. but the team at Merri-Makers genuinely went above and beyond to create the most special, personal, and seamless experience that we will remember for the rest of our lives. We worked closely with Gianna throughout the entire process, who immediately made us feel like we were planning a wedding with a sister or life-long friend. She was responsive, organized, and SUCH a pleasure to work with. G had an answer to every ridiculous question I'd ask, a recommendation for vendors big and small, tips on how to navigate a wedding on LBI.. etc. She always had our best interest at heart - I did not feel the need to hire a wedding coordinator having her guide us through every step of the way. I left my wedding planning process feeling like I had a new friend, which is amazing of itself. On the day of the wedding, I was absolutely blown away at the attentiveness of the entire staff. Everyone from the bridal attendants (they had water on deck for me all day long, bustled my train, fixed my hair, etc- cannot say enough about these fantastic girls), to the overnight manager (we woke up to her setting up a beautiful breakfast and packing up all our items from the night before, etc - the SWEETEST!), to the maitre d (checked in on us all night, and reminded me to change into my second dress, was having too much fun and would have actually forgotten - a queen)... we were provided with an experience I'd only ever dreamed of. All of the little details at Mallard are what made our day feel like one in a million. From the open air dance floor, the stunning bridal suite, the boathouse chapel, the groom shack, personal flags waving in the wind, any menu revision and food that my guests are still raving about (seriously - go for the scallops and the lobster rolls), the fire pit, the views, the grace of the entire MIYC team-- Let this review be your sign to book. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for an experience we will never forget.
Reviewed on 12-11-2022
Wedding Date 05-08-2022
The moment we walked through the doors of Mallard Island Yacht club, my husband and I knew we could not imagine ourselves getting married anywhere else. Not only did it provide us our dream estate venue, on the water, guest suites and all (WOW).. but the team at Merri-Makers genuinely went above and beyond to create the most special, personal, and seamless experience that we will remember for the rest of our lives. We worked closely with Gianna throughout the entire process, who immediately made us feel like we were planning a wedding with a sister or life-long friend. She was responsive, organized, and SUCH a pleasure to work with. G had an answer to every ridiculous question I'd ask, a recommendation for vendors big and small, tips on how to navigate a wedding on LBI.. etc. She always had our best interest at heart - I did not feel the need to hire a wedding coordinator having her guide us through every step of the way. I left my wedding planning process feeling like I had a new friend, which is amazing of itself. On the day of the wedding, I was absolutely blown away at the attentiveness of the entire staff. Everyone from the bridal attendants (they had water on deck for me all day long, bustled my train, fixed my hair, etc- cannot say enough about these fantastic girls), to the overnight manager (we woke up to her setting up a beautiful breakfast and packing up all our items from the night before, etc - the SWEETEST!), to the maitre d (checked in on us all night, and reminded me to change into my second dress, was having too much fun and would have actually forgotten - a queen)... we were provided with an experience I'd only ever dreamed of. All of the little details at Mallard are what made our day feel like one in a million. From the open air dance floor, the stunning bridal suite, the boathouse chapel, the groom shack, personal flags waving in the wind, any menu revision and food that my guests are still raving about (seriously - go for the scallops and the lobster rolls), the fire pit, the views, the grace of the entire MIYC team-- Let this review be your sign to book. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for an experience we will never forget.
Reviewed on 12-11-2022
Megan Fitzgerald (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-09-2022
Mallard Island is the perfect wedding venue and we could not recommend it more. Not only was the venue beautiful and perfectly setup for our event, but the staff was incredibly helpful. From the moment we walked in on the day of our wedding everything was taken care of for us without needing to lift a finger. The attendee staff consistently anticipated your every need but knew exactly when to give you privacy to allow you to enjoy the moment. Special shoutout to Nancy and my bridal assistants who were an absolute joy and felt like my best friends by the end of the day. They were not only helpful to us but were also assisting our parents and grandparents throughout the evening. To top it all off the food was absolutely amazing. Our guests continue to rave about the food and how special it was seeing all of our favorites incorporated into the night. It was a truly perfect event. The entire process leading up to the big day is seamless and getting to work with Gianna was an absolute pleasure. She was on top of everything without being overbearing and was always giving great suggestions when we were stuck. Every vendor we used came from Mallard's preferred list and it all fit together perfectly. From top to bottom, the staff, the venue and everything in between were everything we could have hoped for. Thank you for making our wedding dreams come true!
Reviewed on 05-11-2022
Wedding Date 23-09-2022
Mallard Island is the perfect wedding venue and we could not recommend it more. Not only was the venue beautiful and perfectly setup for our event, but the staff was incredibly helpful. From the moment we walked in on the day of our wedding everything was taken care of for us without needing to lift a finger. The attendee staff consistently anticipated your every need but knew exactly when to give you privacy to allow you to enjoy the moment. Special shoutout to Nancy and my bridal assistants who were an absolute joy and felt like my best friends by the end of the day. They were not only helpful to us but were also assisting our parents and grandparents throughout the evening. To top it all off the food was absolutely amazing. Our guests continue to rave about the food and how special it was seeing all of our favorites incorporated into the night. It was a truly perfect event. The entire process leading up to the big day is seamless and getting to work with Gianna was an absolute pleasure. She was on top of everything without being overbearing and was always giving great suggestions when we were stuck. Every vendor we used came from Mallard's preferred list and it all fit together perfectly. From top to bottom, the staff, the venue and everything in between were everything we could have hoped for. Thank you for making our wedding dreams come true!
Reviewed on 05-11-2022
Katie Starner (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-10-2022
The entire Merri-Makers team at Mallard made our day more perfect than i thought it could be. We got married during a hurricane, and everyone was all hands on deck to ensure our day was still able to go off without a hitch. The venue is gorgeous from head to toe, so even though we were kept inside we still had a beautiful day. I couldnât recommend this place enough!
Reviewed on 05-11-2022
Wedding Date 01-10-2022
The entire Merri-Makers team at Mallard made our day more perfect than i thought it could be. We got married during a hurricane, and everyone was all hands on deck to ensure our day was still able to go off without a hitch. The venue is gorgeous from head to toe, so even though we were kept inside we still had a beautiful day. I couldnât recommend this place enough!
Reviewed on 05-11-2022
Alexis Neris (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-10-2022
Cannot say enough great things about the Mallard and the staff. Everything about our day from beginning to end was TOP TIER. Our wedding day dreams come true. From start to finish there was nothing we would have changed. Our guests said it was the best wedding theyâve ever been to between the venue itself, the grounds, the chapel, cocktail hour, and the insane ballroom with the veranda. Oh, canât forget the magical bridal suite! There are not enough words I can write to explain how grateful we are to have had our big day at such a gorgeous place. The staff & service was phenomenal. Gianna is the absolute best & would not have gotten through any of the planning process without her expertise. She was a total godsend! Along with the bridal attendants, servers, etc. everything and everyone was phenomenal. Thank you all SO much for making our day so memorable. It is a day we will cherish & remember forever. XOXO
Reviewed on 26-10-2022
Wedding Date 22-10-2022
Cannot say enough great things about the Mallard and the staff. Everything about our day from beginning to end was TOP TIER. Our wedding day dreams come true. From start to finish there was nothing we would have changed. Our guests said it was the best wedding theyâve ever been to between the venue itself, the grounds, the chapel, cocktail hour, and the insane ballroom with the veranda. Oh, canât forget the magical bridal suite! There are not enough words I can write to explain how grateful we are to have had our big day at such a gorgeous place. The staff & service was phenomenal. Gianna is the absolute best & would not have gotten through any of the planning process without her expertise. She was a total godsend! Along with the bridal attendants, servers, etc. everything and everyone was phenomenal. Thank you all SO much for making our day so memorable. It is a day we will cherish & remember forever. XOXO
Reviewed on 26-10-2022
Elisa Tortorello (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 16-07-2022
Where do I begin? From the first time my husband and I contacted Gianna to then meeting her in person I knew she was the perfect fit to be part of our wedding planning process. We not only fell in love with the Mallard, but we fell in love with the staff as well.The Mallard is a perfect venue with gardens and water surrounding the venue. The reception hall was an escape by feeling like you were transported somewhere else from the floor to ceiling windows by the beautiful view. And the FOOD was by far delicious. The chef went above and beyond. (The food tasting is such a fun part and at one point my husband wasn't just \"tasting\" the food he was actually going back for seconds because it was so delicious. Gianna, the event coordinator, was always there to answer our calls or emails at any time even on her days off. She helped us with questions or issues that we didn't know how to deal with. She was amazing, amazing, amazing! When our big day came we met the rest of the staff. Nancy was delightful and throughout the day Nacey and Gianna would check up on me and Joe to make sure we were okay. To see their faces during such an emotional and exciting day, We knew we didn't have to worry about anything that was going on with the set up. I trusted them and they ensured us to enjoy our morning.Everyone I talked to ranted and raved about the wedding. My friends were so impressed with the staff as was I. One of my bridesmaids ripped her dress and Jordan (the bridal attended) came out of nowhere with a sewing kit to fit one of my bridesmaids dresses. My bridesmaid didn't even say anything but there was someone always on site with us. This is very assuring!The night staff was just impeccable as well. I woke up with coffee and treats. The rest of our wedding décor was all ready for us to be packed up and everything was there for us to take home. As we were driving away, the only thing I was upset about was that I was not able to come back to the Mallard for a meeting and our wedding day was over. Again, I am so happy we decided to have our wedding at the Mallard. I would never choose another venue in a million years.The staff at the Mallard made our special day run so smoothly. I would do it over 1000++ times again.THANK YOU TO THE STAFF AND GIANNA! We adore you all so much and from the bottom of our hearts we are so thankful for you all for making mine and Joes day so easy going and special! -The Verdes
Reviewed on 22-10-2022
Wedding Date 16-07-2022
Where do I begin? From the first time my husband and I contacted Gianna to then meeting her in person I knew she was the perfect fit to be part of our wedding planning process. We not only fell in love with the Mallard, but we fell in love with the staff as well.The Mallard is a perfect venue with gardens and water surrounding the venue. The reception hall was an escape by feeling like you were transported somewhere else from the floor to ceiling windows by the beautiful view. And the FOOD was by far delicious. The chef went above and beyond. (The food tasting is such a fun part and at one point my husband wasn't just \"tasting\" the food he was actually going back for seconds because it was so delicious. Gianna, the event coordinator, was always there to answer our calls or emails at any time even on her days off. She helped us with questions or issues that we didn't know how to deal with. She was amazing, amazing, amazing! When our big day came we met the rest of the staff. Nancy was delightful and throughout the day Nacey and Gianna would check up on me and Joe to make sure we were okay. To see their faces during such an emotional and exciting day, We knew we didn't have to worry about anything that was going on with the set up. I trusted them and they ensured us to enjoy our morning.Everyone I talked to ranted and raved about the wedding. My friends were so impressed with the staff as was I. One of my bridesmaids ripped her dress and Jordan (the bridal attended) came out of nowhere with a sewing kit to fit one of my bridesmaids dresses. My bridesmaid didn't even say anything but there was someone always on site with us. This is very assuring!The night staff was just impeccable as well. I woke up with coffee and treats. The rest of our wedding décor was all ready for us to be packed up and everything was there for us to take home. As we were driving away, the only thing I was upset about was that I was not able to come back to the Mallard for a meeting and our wedding day was over. Again, I am so happy we decided to have our wedding at the Mallard. I would never choose another venue in a million years.The staff at the Mallard made our special day run so smoothly. I would do it over 1000++ times again.THANK YOU TO THE STAFF AND GIANNA! We adore you all so much and from the bottom of our hearts we are so thankful for you all for making mine and Joes day so easy going and special! -The Verdes
Reviewed on 22-10-2022
Brianna Miller (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-09-2022
Hands down the best decision we ever made was booking our wedding at Mallard! From start to finish, everything was handled so professionally and seamlessly, I truly never felt stressed in the process and always knew I was in good hands. Not only is Mallard the most beautiful venue space, the people who work with you throughout the wedding planning process and those there the day of are unmatched. Gianna is the most organized, kind, helpful and diligent coordinator I could ever ask for. She made every step so clear and she was incredibly responsive to any ask. The day of we felt so relaxed, knowing Gianna and the Mallard staff were going to be there to handle absolutely everything for us. Our day went so perfectly, sometimes I still pinch myself and cannot believe how truly seamless it was. A million times over I will recommend this place!!!!
Reviewed on 21-10-2022
Wedding Date 09-09-2022
Hands down the best decision we ever made was booking our wedding at Mallard! From start to finish, everything was handled so professionally and seamlessly, I truly never felt stressed in the process and always knew I was in good hands. Not only is Mallard the most beautiful venue space, the people who work with you throughout the wedding planning process and those there the day of are unmatched. Gianna is the most organized, kind, helpful and diligent coordinator I could ever ask for. She made every step so clear and she was incredibly responsive to any ask. The day of we felt so relaxed, knowing Gianna and the Mallard staff were going to be there to handle absolutely everything for us. Our day went so perfectly, sometimes I still pinch myself and cannot believe how truly seamless it was. A million times over I will recommend this place!!!!
Reviewed on 21-10-2022
Melanie S. (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-09-2022
Merri-Makers does an amazing job. This is not your average wedding food by any means!!
Reviewed on 06-10-2022
Wedding Date 24-09-2022
Merri-Makers does an amazing job. This is not your average wedding food by any means!!
Reviewed on 06-10-2022
Chelsea Talbot (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 29-05-2022
This review is very overdue but I couldn't have imagined having my wedding anywhere else. From the second we walked in to MIYC and meeting Gianna (who felt like family), we knew this was going to be our venue. This place truly has it all - the waterfront chapel, the outdoor space, the INSANE bridal suite, amazing food/drinks, and a team that will do almost anything you ask for to make your vision come to life (very rarely will they say \"no\" to something you want). We loved so many little details from the dance floor opening up to the outside veranda to having a private cocktail hour upstairs after the ceremony, I can go on and on. They worked so well with all my vendors and made sure everything was executed flawlessly. This was the easiest decision we made when it came to wedding planning and if I had to do it all over, I'd choose MIYC everytime.
Reviewed on 28-09-2022
Wedding Date 29-05-2022
This review is very overdue but I couldn't have imagined having my wedding anywhere else. From the second we walked in to MIYC and meeting Gianna (who felt like family), we knew this was going to be our venue. This place truly has it all - the waterfront chapel, the outdoor space, the INSANE bridal suite, amazing food/drinks, and a team that will do almost anything you ask for to make your vision come to life (very rarely will they say \"no\" to something you want). We loved so many little details from the dance floor opening up to the outside veranda to having a private cocktail hour upstairs after the ceremony, I can go on and on. They worked so well with all my vendors and made sure everything was executed flawlessly. This was the easiest decision we made when it came to wedding planning and if I had to do it all over, I'd choose MIYC everytime.
Reviewed on 28-09-2022
Cassie Nerbonne (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-09-2022
There is no better team out there. Merri-Makers was the most impressive group that Iâve seen at a wedding venue. We worked specifically with Gianna V (wedding planner at Merri-Makers) and she was THE BEST. She made the whole planning process so easy and fun. She was available for any question along the way and extremely prompt with her responses. She gave us the best list of preferred vendors and helped make our vision come to life. Thatâs mostly because she takes the time to get to know the couple personally to really be able to help make the big day the most special. She was extremely organized and took so much off our hands with coordinating and communicating with our vendors. She is just a godsend!!!! The rest of the staff was just as good. I cannot say enough great things about the maitre dâs that we had with us throughout the day and night. They were so helpful to the entire wedding party and always there to fix hair, dress, get us drinks, etc. I cannot stop talking about how fantastic the Merri-Makers team is at Mallard. They are the best of the best!!!
Reviewed on 27-09-2022
Wedding Date 02-09-2022
There is no better team out there. Merri-Makers was the most impressive group that Iâve seen at a wedding venue. We worked specifically with Gianna V (wedding planner at Merri-Makers) and she was THE BEST. She made the whole planning process so easy and fun. She was available for any question along the way and extremely prompt with her responses. She gave us the best list of preferred vendors and helped make our vision come to life. Thatâs mostly because she takes the time to get to know the couple personally to really be able to help make the big day the most special. She was extremely organized and took so much off our hands with coordinating and communicating with our vendors. She is just a godsend!!!! The rest of the staff was just as good. I cannot say enough great things about the maitre dâs that we had with us throughout the day and night. They were so helpful to the entire wedding party and always there to fix hair, dress, get us drinks, etc. I cannot stop talking about how fantastic the Merri-Makers team is at Mallard. They are the best of the best!!!
Reviewed on 27-09-2022
Nina Lombardi (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-07-2022
The unbelievable response I got back from my guest was, \"this was the best wedding they have ever been too!\" From the attention to detail, professionalism, unbelievable food, and fantastic ambiance you don't need to search any further. Merri-Makers at Mallard Island will make your wedding dreams come true.
Reviewed on 04-08-2022
Wedding Date 09-07-2022
The unbelievable response I got back from my guest was, \"this was the best wedding they have ever been too!\" From the attention to detail, professionalism, unbelievable food, and fantastic ambiance you don't need to search any further. Merri-Makers at Mallard Island will make your wedding dreams come true.
Reviewed on 04-08-2022
Kelsey Bull (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-05-2022
Our wedding at Mallard Island Yacht Club was truly a DREAM come true. The entire Merri-Makers team is completely unmatched. The most BEAUTIFUL venue, the most DELICIOUS food, kindest staff. You truly cannot go wrong with any of the Merri-Makers venues. Gianna was our wedding consultant and is one of the most amazing people I have ever met. We actually had the privilege of working with Gianna 5 years before at my husband's sister's wedding. Gianna was working over at the Ashford and remembered us during our first virtual tour of Mallard. Made it that much more special to work with Gianna for our big day as well. She was amazing with any question, answering every email quickly and answering every call. Never made me feel like any of my questions were silly and always had me feeling reassured at the end. When it came to the actually wedding day, Gianna and Nancy made me feel totally at ease all day (and that was with weather alerts saying TORNADO warnings.. We were fine but the bride was STRESSED) Every member of the Merri-makers team is SO professional and SO kind! My bridal assistants for the day were able to keep me calm walking to aisle. The bartenders always remembered what I was drinking. I was treated like an actual princess all day. The FOOD.. I still have guests calling me a month later to tell me that the food was the most amazing food they've ever had. We sprung for the premium package and it was absolutely worth it. Cocktail hour was absolutely amazing.. but once dinner came out everyone was ready to eat again!We are so happy with our choice to stay with the Merri-Maker family and will never run out of good things to say.
Reviewed on 24-06-2022
Wedding Date 20-05-2022
Our wedding at Mallard Island Yacht Club was truly a DREAM come true. The entire Merri-Makers team is completely unmatched. The most BEAUTIFUL venue, the most DELICIOUS food, kindest staff. You truly cannot go wrong with any of the Merri-Makers venues. Gianna was our wedding consultant and is one of the most amazing people I have ever met. We actually had the privilege of working with Gianna 5 years before at my husband's sister's wedding. Gianna was working over at the Ashford and remembered us during our first virtual tour of Mallard. Made it that much more special to work with Gianna for our big day as well. She was amazing with any question, answering every email quickly and answering every call. Never made me feel like any of my questions were silly and always had me feeling reassured at the end. When it came to the actually wedding day, Gianna and Nancy made me feel totally at ease all day (and that was with weather alerts saying TORNADO warnings.. We were fine but the bride was STRESSED) Every member of the Merri-makers team is SO professional and SO kind! My bridal assistants for the day were able to keep me calm walking to aisle. The bartenders always remembered what I was drinking. I was treated like an actual princess all day. The FOOD.. I still have guests calling me a month later to tell me that the food was the most amazing food they've ever had. We sprung for the premium package and it was absolutely worth it. Cocktail hour was absolutely amazing.. but once dinner came out everyone was ready to eat again!We are so happy with our choice to stay with the Merri-Maker family and will never run out of good things to say.
Reviewed on 24-06-2022
Krista Cipollone (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-10-2021
My wedding day was absolutely perfect! Everything went buttery smooth for the most part. I would recommend this beautiful venue to anyone who finds it within their budget - it's unreal. We actually booked this venue the first week of the COVID shutdown... never saw it - we did a virtual consultation. I loved the photos, location and the virtual consultation had me sold. I actually didn't see the venue in person until a year after I booked it lol. My parents had been to a wedding here and at Bonnett across the bay, so I knew from what they said and everyone else that it had a great reputation. It was even better in person 10000%. My guests are still raving about how beautiful the wedding was... how amazing the food turned out. We splurged and got the premium packages for the food options. Can't remember what they call it. We also added a few stations / food selections. I wasn't sure if it was really necessary to pick the premium package... but we were really happy we did!! If it's within your means and you're between the 2 options, go big or go home. :-)Gianna was our Wedding Coordinator (concierge? Don't know the official title)... she was amazing! Very organized - I'm not sure how but she does it all! She's super nice but definitely not a pushover by any means, which is really important when dealing with so many different vendors/deadlines beforehand... and then the day of having to deal with the bridal parties and photographers, etc. There were only a few small things that I was a little disappointed in during the process... one being that they sold you hard on the 3,000 square foot Bridal Suite (it really is amazing!!)... but we found out later on that we wouldn't be able to get into the Bridal Suite on the day of my wedding until 12pm because there was a wedding the night before. Understandable... but was disappointing this wasn't mentioned initially in the process. We had to get ready off-site and then took \"getting ready\" photos when we checked in at 12pm. Again - not a huge deal but I'm mentioning this because I would recommend asking about it if you're considering this for your venue so you are prepared of this possibility.Only other thing was that the day of, my husband and I decided to take the time after the cermony to eat the cocktail hour upstairs in the area outside of our bridal suite... which is a nice option they offer so you can have a minute alone before the ceremony. The problem was that no one explained to our bridal party to take everything down with them that they'd need... or they should have some place to put their stuff during the ceremony that isn't the bridal suite! There were like 10 people running in and out of the bridal suite trying to talk to us, which kind of defeated the purpose of taking that time to eat and be alone. Again, not really a big deal but just something to keep in mind if you decide to choose this option. (I do recommend choosing this option regardless because you'll be inundated with convo the rest of the night.)Overall -- just absolutely incredible venue and experience!! The minor things I mentioned above were really non-issues and they went above and beyond in almost every other aspect. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Thank you Gianna and everyone who made our wedding day so special!
Reviewed on 14-12-2021
Wedding Date 09-10-2021
My wedding day was absolutely perfect! Everything went buttery smooth for the most part. I would recommend this beautiful venue to anyone who finds it within their budget - it's unreal. We actually booked this venue the first week of the COVID shutdown... never saw it - we did a virtual consultation. I loved the photos, location and the virtual consultation had me sold. I actually didn't see the venue in person until a year after I booked it lol. My parents had been to a wedding here and at Bonnett across the bay, so I knew from what they said and everyone else that it had a great reputation. It was even better in person 10000%. My guests are still raving about how beautiful the wedding was... how amazing the food turned out. We splurged and got the premium packages for the food options. Can't remember what they call it. We also added a few stations / food selections. I wasn't sure if it was really necessary to pick the premium package... but we were really happy we did!! If it's within your means and you're between the 2 options, go big or go home. :-)Gianna was our Wedding Coordinator (concierge? Don't know the official title)... she was amazing! Very organized - I'm not sure how but she does it all! She's super nice but definitely not a pushover by any means, which is really important when dealing with so many different vendors/deadlines beforehand... and then the day of having to deal with the bridal parties and photographers, etc. There were only a few small things that I was a little disappointed in during the process... one being that they sold you hard on the 3,000 square foot Bridal Suite (it really is amazing!!)... but we found out later on that we wouldn't be able to get into the Bridal Suite on the day of my wedding until 12pm because there was a wedding the night before. Understandable... but was disappointing this wasn't mentioned initially in the process. We had to get ready off-site and then took \"getting ready\" photos when we checked in at 12pm. Again - not a huge deal but I'm mentioning this because I would recommend asking about it if you're considering this for your venue so you are prepared of this possibility.Only other thing was that the day of, my husband and I decided to take the time after the cermony to eat the cocktail hour upstairs in the area outside of our bridal suite... which is a nice option they offer so you can have a minute alone before the ceremony. The problem was that no one explained to our bridal party to take everything down with them that they'd need... or they should have some place to put their stuff during the ceremony that isn't the bridal suite! There were like 10 people running in and out of the bridal suite trying to talk to us, which kind of defeated the purpose of taking that time to eat and be alone. Again, not really a big deal but just something to keep in mind if you decide to choose this option. (I do recommend choosing this option regardless because you'll be inundated with convo the rest of the night.)Overall -- just absolutely incredible venue and experience!! The minor things I mentioned above were really non-issues and they went above and beyond in almost every other aspect. HIGHLY RECOMMEND! Thank you Gianna and everyone who made our wedding day so special!
Reviewed on 14-12-2021
Colleen Clark (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-11-2021
WOW. This was the most perfect day imaginable. You will be treated like kings and queens for the entire day. The staff was amazing - from planning (and answering my thousands of emails) to the most perfect day, where your every wish comes true. The venue is gorgeous with so many different locations to take photos (pier, chapel, beach, rooftop...). The day was everything we wished for- I wouldn't change a thing.
Reviewed on 29-11-2021
Wedding Date 06-11-2021
WOW. This was the most perfect day imaginable. You will be treated like kings and queens for the entire day. The staff was amazing - from planning (and answering my thousands of emails) to the most perfect day, where your every wish comes true. The venue is gorgeous with so many different locations to take photos (pier, chapel, beach, rooftop...). The day was everything we wished for- I wouldn't change a thing.
Reviewed on 29-11-2021
Sandy Cipollone (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-10-2021
Venue was beautiful food was outstanding? Service was OK but itâs the impact of Covid. I would highly recommend this Venue!
Reviewed on 28-10-2021
Wedding Date 09-10-2021
Venue was beautiful food was outstanding? Service was OK but itâs the impact of Covid. I would highly recommend this Venue!
Reviewed on 28-10-2021
Neha Sobti (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-09-2021
I had my (Indian) wedding at the Mallard in September and it was a dream come true. When it came to wedding planning, the venue was the most important factor for me. I wanted it to be somewhere truly magical with its own beauty, outdoors, and by the water. The Mallard hit all those marks and more! Not to mention, the bridal suite is a big plus :) But once you book, that's when the real magic happens. Gianna is a GOD SEND. She helped me coordinate everything and was there to answer every little question or request I had. And then the day of the wedding, the staff blew me away with their execution, compassion and overall grace. They were there to help me every step of the way. The day could not have been what it was without them. All my wedding guests raved about the venue saying it was the best wedding they have been to! Even the full moon came out to play- it really was a dream.Food was excellent. The angus beef sliders, steak bites, and pacific rim station were huge hits for our cocktail hour. My husband really enjoyed the salad (I never got to take a bite!). Entrees were also phenomenal and the desserts were another big hit!
Reviewed on 19-10-2021
Wedding Date 19-09-2021
I had my (Indian) wedding at the Mallard in September and it was a dream come true. When it came to wedding planning, the venue was the most important factor for me. I wanted it to be somewhere truly magical with its own beauty, outdoors, and by the water. The Mallard hit all those marks and more! Not to mention, the bridal suite is a big plus :) But once you book, that's when the real magic happens. Gianna is a GOD SEND. She helped me coordinate everything and was there to answer every little question or request I had. And then the day of the wedding, the staff blew me away with their execution, compassion and overall grace. They were there to help me every step of the way. The day could not have been what it was without them. All my wedding guests raved about the venue saying it was the best wedding they have been to! Even the full moon came out to play- it really was a dream.Food was excellent. The angus beef sliders, steak bites, and pacific rim station were huge hits for our cocktail hour. My husband really enjoyed the salad (I never got to take a bite!). Entrees were also phenomenal and the desserts were another big hit!
Reviewed on 19-10-2021
Caitlyn W (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-07-2021
Our wedding at Mallard was a dream come true and Iâm thankful for the entire Merri-Makers team! The venue is gorgeous and the food was delicious. What stands out the most is how professional they were the months leading up to the wedding and the day of the event. Gianna gets back to you promptly, answers any questions you have and helps you throughout the entire process. On the day of your wedding, you have nothing to worry about and can just enjoy your day. Everything is timed to perfection and I was amazed at how helpful the whole staff was to us and our guests. It was truly the perfect day!
Reviewed on 25-08-2021
Wedding Date 18-07-2021
Our wedding at Mallard was a dream come true and Iâm thankful for the entire Merri-Makers team! The venue is gorgeous and the food was delicious. What stands out the most is how professional they were the months leading up to the wedding and the day of the event. Gianna gets back to you promptly, answers any questions you have and helps you throughout the entire process. On the day of your wedding, you have nothing to worry about and can just enjoy your day. Everything is timed to perfection and I was amazed at how helpful the whole staff was to us and our guests. It was truly the perfect day!
Reviewed on 25-08-2021
Loressa McDonnell (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 19-06-2021
Wow what can I even say but WOW! Unimaginable service it was beyond outstanding. Truly made my day what it was. Made it go seamlessly and with ease. My guests are STILL talking about the food 2 months later. It was the best food Iâve ever had-dessert included. I honestly cannot recommend them enough!!
Reviewed on 10-08-2021
Wedding Date 19-06-2021
Wow what can I even say but WOW! Unimaginable service it was beyond outstanding. Truly made my day what it was. Made it go seamlessly and with ease. My guests are STILL talking about the food 2 months later. It was the best food Iâve ever had-dessert included. I honestly cannot recommend them enough!!
Reviewed on 10-08-2021
Melissa Schultz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-07-2021
I cannot say enough great things about Gianna & her amazing team over at Merri-Makers! Everything was done exquisitely and exactly how we envisioned it. We cannot be grateful enough to the entire team. They were constantly trying to help us throughout the day and made sure we were beyond well taken care of. We received so many guest compliments for the outstanding service, amazing atmosphere and out of this world food. The decorations and ambiance for the tables, ceremony space & outdoor activities were so well executed. All the time, effort and care they put into everything showed their expertise. We are still receiving phone calls and having conversations saying how outstanding everything was.
Reviewed on 04-08-2021
Wedding Date 23-07-2021
I cannot say enough great things about Gianna & her amazing team over at Merri-Makers! Everything was done exquisitely and exactly how we envisioned it. We cannot be grateful enough to the entire team. They were constantly trying to help us throughout the day and made sure we were beyond well taken care of. We received so many guest compliments for the outstanding service, amazing atmosphere and out of this world food. The decorations and ambiance for the tables, ceremony space & outdoor activities were so well executed. All the time, effort and care they put into everything showed their expertise. We are still receiving phone calls and having conversations saying how outstanding everything was.
Reviewed on 04-08-2021
Debi Foxx (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-06-2021
What a GEM! My daughter got married at the Mallard a week ago. We are still walking on air. The ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception were all Perfection! Breath-taking views. The food was fabulous and the staff was amazingly accomodating. The bridal suite is the most insanely elegant space you will ever see. Many guests said it was the best wedding they have ever attended. It was truly a magical day.
Reviewed on 29-06-2021
Wedding Date 18-06-2021
What a GEM! My daughter got married at the Mallard a week ago. We are still walking on air. The ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception were all Perfection! Breath-taking views. The food was fabulous and the staff was amazingly accomodating. The bridal suite is the most insanely elegant space you will ever see. Many guests said it was the best wedding they have ever attended. It was truly a magical day.
Reviewed on 29-06-2021
Mary Lotito (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-05-2021
Mallard Island was truly our dream venue. Our coordinator Gianna made wedding planning feel easy and enjoyable. She answered all my questions (whether ridiculous or not!) and always made me feel special and important. My bridal attendants Lauren and Dana were highlights of the day, making me feel like a princess. Mallard is gorgeous from top to bottom, inside and outside, and Merri-Makers will make your dreams come true. Staying over after our wedding and after party was such a fantastic bonus and made our weekend so special. Heaven on earth!!!
Reviewed on 25-05-2021
Wedding Date 08-05-2021
Mallard Island was truly our dream venue. Our coordinator Gianna made wedding planning feel easy and enjoyable. She answered all my questions (whether ridiculous or not!) and always made me feel special and important. My bridal attendants Lauren and Dana were highlights of the day, making me feel like a princess. Mallard is gorgeous from top to bottom, inside and outside, and Merri-Makers will make your dreams come true. Staying over after our wedding and after party was such a fantastic bonus and made our weekend so special. Heaven on earth!!!
Reviewed on 25-05-2021
Jodi Yalango (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-04-2021
We were blown away by the team at Mallard Island Yacht Club. We had to reschedule our wedding three times, which originally was taking place at another venue. With dates and timing not working in our favor, we switched our venue to Mallard Island with only 12 weeks to spare. From the moment we walked into the venue, they went above and beyond to make us feel at ease and were there every step of the way to ensure all of the details were covered off on. We were lucky enough to work with Gianna, who is a DREAM, and handled everything with such professionalism and kindness, and made everything so easy. On the day of the wedding, we had Tiffany and Hannah as our bridal attendants and they could not have been nicer or more helpful. On top of the amazing team we worked with directly, we have received so many compliments about how delicious the food was and of course, the venue itself is absolutely gorgeous. We would recommend Mallard Island Yacht Club a million times over and we cannot thank them enough for giving us the best wedding!
Reviewed on 17-05-2021
Wedding Date 22-04-2021
We were blown away by the team at Mallard Island Yacht Club. We had to reschedule our wedding three times, which originally was taking place at another venue. With dates and timing not working in our favor, we switched our venue to Mallard Island with only 12 weeks to spare. From the moment we walked into the venue, they went above and beyond to make us feel at ease and were there every step of the way to ensure all of the details were covered off on. We were lucky enough to work with Gianna, who is a DREAM, and handled everything with such professionalism and kindness, and made everything so easy. On the day of the wedding, we had Tiffany and Hannah as our bridal attendants and they could not have been nicer or more helpful. On top of the amazing team we worked with directly, we have received so many compliments about how delicious the food was and of course, the venue itself is absolutely gorgeous. We would recommend Mallard Island Yacht Club a million times over and we cannot thank them enough for giving us the best wedding!
Reviewed on 17-05-2021
Brooke Harrer (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-10-2020
Food was amazing! Service was fantastic! Gianna the coordinator was excellent. No complaints what so ever. Last minute changes we constantly being made, and it was never an issue.
Reviewed on 14-10-2020
Wedding Date 02-10-2020
Food was amazing! Service was fantastic! Gianna the coordinator was excellent. No complaints what so ever. Last minute changes we constantly being made, and it was never an issue.
Reviewed on 14-10-2020
Nicole Ghighliotty (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-07-2019
Since my mom is a local florist, I grew up around setting up weddings at Mallard Island since I was young. The staff at Taste became like family to me. I had always dreamed of having my wedding at Mallard and in July of 2019, my dream came true. My husband Josh and I got married at mallard and although I already expected it to be beautiful, I have to say Josh and I were BLOWN AWAY. As a bride I thought I would have the normal \"stress\" that comes with the big day. Taste Catering took that stress off of us and ran the whole show. Josh and I felt so relaxed and had so much fun together, thanks to Taste. Not only was the food the talk of the night, our guests were taken care of by the wonderful staff. Lets talk food. Weddings are all about the food when it comes to guests and Taste really brings gourmet savory food and lots of options to the table. Cocktail hour, Salads and the main course were absolutely perfect. Josh even asked for seconds! A few months later and reflecting on our wedding day, we feel so grateful we chose to have our wedding at Mallard and extremely thankful for Taste Catering for not only catering but truly taking care of us. I had huge expectations since I knew how it was supposed to be done, and still Josh and I are in complete awe of how our big day played out. We couldn't thank Taste enough for making that happen and making our memories one we will never want to forget. To the future Mr and Mrs, YES Taste is a great decision that you will be glad you made for your wedding day.
Reviewed on 25-09-2019
Wedding Date 12-07-2019
Since my mom is a local florist, I grew up around setting up weddings at Mallard Island since I was young. The staff at Taste became like family to me. I had always dreamed of having my wedding at Mallard and in July of 2019, my dream came true. My husband Josh and I got married at mallard and although I already expected it to be beautiful, I have to say Josh and I were BLOWN AWAY. As a bride I thought I would have the normal \"stress\" that comes with the big day. Taste Catering took that stress off of us and ran the whole show. Josh and I felt so relaxed and had so much fun together, thanks to Taste. Not only was the food the talk of the night, our guests were taken care of by the wonderful staff. Lets talk food. Weddings are all about the food when it comes to guests and Taste really brings gourmet savory food and lots of options to the table. Cocktail hour, Salads and the main course were absolutely perfect. Josh even asked for seconds! A few months later and reflecting on our wedding day, we feel so grateful we chose to have our wedding at Mallard and extremely thankful for Taste Catering for not only catering but truly taking care of us. I had huge expectations since I knew how it was supposed to be done, and still Josh and I are in complete awe of how our big day played out. We couldn't thank Taste enough for making that happen and making our memories one we will never want to forget. To the future Mr and Mrs, YES Taste is a great decision that you will be glad you made for your wedding day.
Reviewed on 25-09-2019
Brooke Ferraro (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-07-2019
The experience that my husband and I had at Mallard Island Yacht Club (MIYC) was incredible and nearly flawless from the second I toured the venue until the second I left the morning after my wedding. To start off, I just want to say that although MIYC may seem more expensive than some other venues that you will tour, you cannot put a price tag on this once in a lifetime experience. Throughout my review, I will highlight all of the amazing things I experienced at MIYC.Ever since we toured the wedding venue 2+ years, Danielle has been AMAZING and a complete angel to work with. Danielle has a lot of experience in weddings and her level of professionalism and her passion for what she does will not go unnoticed. Danielle keeps all of her couples organized with monthly reminders and updates and truly excels at envisioning what her couple wants. With the stress of the wedding lingering, Danielle decorated the venue with ease, made sure that my bridal attendant catered to my needs, and ran the show effortlessly. She is truly an asset to MIYC and any couple would be fortunate enough to work with her. In addition to Danielle, the other staff at MIYC was also outstanding. My bridal attendant made sure that everything ran flawlessly while I was getting ready and catered to any need that I had throughout the evening. The overnight manager was amazing to make sure that we were comfortable throughout our stay at Mallard Island. The wait staff did a great job getting our food out in a timely manner. The food that Taste Catering provided was delicious and all of our guests had positive things to say about the food that they ate.MIYC is exceptional and all of my wedding guests agreed that this was the most beautiful wedding venue they have ever seen. As I got ready in the bridal suite, the surrounding views of the water were amazing and what every bride dreams of. Getting married on the dock was beyond beautiful and the chapel is truly amazing. The guest suites are all decorated perfectly and our bridal party loved their rooms. Being able to hangout with our bridal party all night and wake up the next morning and having them be there to celebrate with us was priceless. You cannot put a price on having all of your bridal party under the same roof with you for the entire 24 hours that we were in MIYC. The cocktail hour is the perfect mix of indoor and outdoor and has something for everyone. The outside area with the fire pit and chairs was the perfect hangout for our after party and the luxury of having an after party at our venue was priceless. Overall, our experience at MIYC was nothing short of amazing and I would recommend this venue to anyone who wants to have the wedding of their dreams. Thank you to Danielle and the crew at MIYC for the best night of our lives!
Reviewed on 21-07-2019
Wedding Date 13-07-2019
The experience that my husband and I had at Mallard Island Yacht Club (MIYC) was incredible and nearly flawless from the second I toured the venue until the second I left the morning after my wedding. To start off, I just want to say that although MIYC may seem more expensive than some other venues that you will tour, you cannot put a price tag on this once in a lifetime experience. Throughout my review, I will highlight all of the amazing things I experienced at MIYC.Ever since we toured the wedding venue 2+ years, Danielle has been AMAZING and a complete angel to work with. Danielle has a lot of experience in weddings and her level of professionalism and her passion for what she does will not go unnoticed. Danielle keeps all of her couples organized with monthly reminders and updates and truly excels at envisioning what her couple wants. With the stress of the wedding lingering, Danielle decorated the venue with ease, made sure that my bridal attendant catered to my needs, and ran the show effortlessly. She is truly an asset to MIYC and any couple would be fortunate enough to work with her. In addition to Danielle, the other staff at MIYC was also outstanding. My bridal attendant made sure that everything ran flawlessly while I was getting ready and catered to any need that I had throughout the evening. The overnight manager was amazing to make sure that we were comfortable throughout our stay at Mallard Island. The wait staff did a great job getting our food out in a timely manner. The food that Taste Catering provided was delicious and all of our guests had positive things to say about the food that they ate.MIYC is exceptional and all of my wedding guests agreed that this was the most beautiful wedding venue they have ever seen. As I got ready in the bridal suite, the surrounding views of the water were amazing and what every bride dreams of. Getting married on the dock was beyond beautiful and the chapel is truly amazing. The guest suites are all decorated perfectly and our bridal party loved their rooms. Being able to hangout with our bridal party all night and wake up the next morning and having them be there to celebrate with us was priceless. You cannot put a price on having all of your bridal party under the same roof with you for the entire 24 hours that we were in MIYC. The cocktail hour is the perfect mix of indoor and outdoor and has something for everyone. The outside area with the fire pit and chairs was the perfect hangout for our after party and the luxury of having an after party at our venue was priceless. Overall, our experience at MIYC was nothing short of amazing and I would recommend this venue to anyone who wants to have the wedding of their dreams. Thank you to Danielle and the crew at MIYC for the best night of our lives!
Reviewed on 21-07-2019
Dora Mainieri (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 28-06-2019
When my fiancé and I stepped into Mallard Island Yacht Club we knew it blew every single venue we viewed out of the water (and we went to A LOT of venues). We went home and tried to compare every venue to Mallard & every time we found things that Mallard did that just wasn't possible at other venues. After booking with Mallard, every time we would tell someone where we were getting married people had questions. Do you have to bring everything in? Don't you have to pay to rent the entire estate plus food and alcohol? Do you have to bring your own table and chairs? Although the website may be a little vague, I tell everyone to go and visit the venue! No, you do not have to bring anything in. You work with the wedding coordinator (who I will talk about!) and she walks you through everything. The catering is in house, the table and chairs are provided, alcohol is done with one store, etc. Let's face it weddings are expensive in New Jersey and Mallard Island is something that is 100% worth the money. From the top of the line service from the moment you book with them, to the idea that you can still have your ceremony outdoors if it rains, to the BEAUTIFUL bridal suite, I can go on and on about how perfect of a venue this place truly is. Danielle is the wedding coordinator and she is a godsend. She was the most responsive person I dealt with throughout the entire wedding planning process. She answered all of my questions quickly and with thought. She made us feel so comfortable in meetings and I knew we were in the best hands when the wedding day came. She even help with the last minute items that I didn't have time to complete when we dropped off the items earlier in the week! I stepped into mallard and she told me \"welcome to the bridal bubble, today is your day and everything will be perfect\". Boy was she right, I was stress free the entire day and she had a lot to do with that. She even showed me pictures of the centerpieces (which was one of the only things I was worried about) as soon as the florist completed them. She thoughtfully placed all of our wedding signs, guest book, card box, programs, etc. and everything looked beautiful. I cannot say enough good things about Danielle. We were blessed to have someone as amazing as Danielle help with our special day. Overall, the rest of the staff went above and beyond. The bridal attendant was with me the entire day. She held my lip gloss, fixed my hair, held my dress, brought me tissues when I started to tear up at our first look and even bustled my dress after the ceremony. She was so helpful and sweet. Everyone from the maitre d, overnight staff, wait staff, bartenders, etc. were so friendly and experienced. Our guests continue to rave about the food and how often the passed hors d'oeuvres were going around. I wish I could get married at Mallard Island Yacht Club over and over again. People told us your wedding day goes by so fast for all that money, to us it went by perfectly, not too fast and every single moment was perfect.
Reviewed on 15-07-2019
Wedding Date 28-06-2019
When my fiancé and I stepped into Mallard Island Yacht Club we knew it blew every single venue we viewed out of the water (and we went to A LOT of venues). We went home and tried to compare every venue to Mallard & every time we found things that Mallard did that just wasn't possible at other venues. After booking with Mallard, every time we would tell someone where we were getting married people had questions. Do you have to bring everything in? Don't you have to pay to rent the entire estate plus food and alcohol? Do you have to bring your own table and chairs? Although the website may be a little vague, I tell everyone to go and visit the venue! No, you do not have to bring anything in. You work with the wedding coordinator (who I will talk about!) and she walks you through everything. The catering is in house, the table and chairs are provided, alcohol is done with one store, etc. Let's face it weddings are expensive in New Jersey and Mallard Island is something that is 100% worth the money. From the top of the line service from the moment you book with them, to the idea that you can still have your ceremony outdoors if it rains, to the BEAUTIFUL bridal suite, I can go on and on about how perfect of a venue this place truly is. Danielle is the wedding coordinator and she is a godsend. She was the most responsive person I dealt with throughout the entire wedding planning process. She answered all of my questions quickly and with thought. She made us feel so comfortable in meetings and I knew we were in the best hands when the wedding day came. She even help with the last minute items that I didn't have time to complete when we dropped off the items earlier in the week! I stepped into mallard and she told me \"welcome to the bridal bubble, today is your day and everything will be perfect\". Boy was she right, I was stress free the entire day and she had a lot to do with that. She even showed me pictures of the centerpieces (which was one of the only things I was worried about) as soon as the florist completed them. She thoughtfully placed all of our wedding signs, guest book, card box, programs, etc. and everything looked beautiful. I cannot say enough good things about Danielle. We were blessed to have someone as amazing as Danielle help with our special day. Overall, the rest of the staff went above and beyond. The bridal attendant was with me the entire day. She held my lip gloss, fixed my hair, held my dress, brought me tissues when I started to tear up at our first look and even bustled my dress after the ceremony. She was so helpful and sweet. Everyone from the maitre d, overnight staff, wait staff, bartenders, etc. were so friendly and experienced. Our guests continue to rave about the food and how often the passed hors d'oeuvres were going around. I wish I could get married at Mallard Island Yacht Club over and over again. People told us your wedding day goes by so fast for all that money, to us it went by perfectly, not too fast and every single moment was perfect.
Reviewed on 15-07-2019
Meredith English (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-06-2019
Incredible! My husband and I got married in June of 2019 at Mallard Island Yacht Club. We loved everything about the venue from the start. It is stunningly beautiful and very well-maintained--not to mention those views!Danielle from Taste Catering is a godsend. She is so responsive and really tries to make everything you want happen if it is within her power. Her organization and attention to detail are impeccable. She runs Mallard like a general, but is an extremely positive and warm person. So happy to have worked with her.The food at Mallard was delicious--we thought so from the tasting and our guests agreed! Appetizers came out hot and entrees were delicious--which is always tough when feeding a large group of people.Overall, this is definitely a high-end venue and our experience exceeded our expectations.
Reviewed on 04-07-2019
Wedding Date 15-06-2019
Incredible! My husband and I got married in June of 2019 at Mallard Island Yacht Club. We loved everything about the venue from the start. It is stunningly beautiful and very well-maintained--not to mention those views!Danielle from Taste Catering is a godsend. She is so responsive and really tries to make everything you want happen if it is within her power. Her organization and attention to detail are impeccable. She runs Mallard like a general, but is an extremely positive and warm person. So happy to have worked with her.The food at Mallard was delicious--we thought so from the tasting and our guests agreed! Appetizers came out hot and entrees were delicious--which is always tough when feeding a large group of people.Overall, this is definitely a high-end venue and our experience exceeded our expectations.
Reviewed on 04-07-2019
Jason R (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 10-05-2019
WOW... Fresh back from our honeymoon and all week we were trying to figure out the perfect thing to say but WOW just kept coming to my mind. Danielle and team over at the Mallard Island Yacht Club operate like a well oiled machine. Everything from the initial consultation to our million questions =) through to the real Fairy Tale wedding that everyone hopes and dreams to have one day. Well... all we can say from first hand experience is... if that is what you dreamed to have it can be a complete reality. Our guests are still raving about it.. we quote \"Best wedding we have ever been to!\" \"EPIC\". It's as if you were watching a movie where the magical wedding is happening....except it's yours!When we first went to Mallard to meet with Danielle for the initial walk through, walking through the doors we knew right away that was the place we wanted to have our wedding. You feel like you are walking into a resort and you never want to leave! The building and grounds are truly magnificent and extremely well taken care of, the rooms are unbelievable and immaculately clean.. the bridal suite...well that's breathtaking and takes things to a completely other level. I assure you, your mouth will drop the minute you see it. Being on the water, the views are amazing and make for great photos. The Groom shack is a man-cave that only guys can dream of. The ceremony in front of that fireplace surrounded by the water... need i say more? Rain or shine it doesn't matter... they have plans for every single scenario! No matter what mother nature throws, you will have the best day of your life. The food is beyond delicious.. i still remember our tasting (YUMMY). We didn't know what to expect. When picking out the menu, we were salivating at all the food there was going to be. However, having been to many weddings at other places food in such mass quantities doesn't always hit the mark. At Mallard with Taste Catering, well it's as if you are eating at a top rated restaurant and the food sets the bar to another level. The menu is unlike anything you would have ever expected for a wedding. Everything from cocktail hour to dinner and dessert to the optional After-Party... you seriously want to live there! There was SO much food and EVERYTHING tasted delicious. I wish i had some here right now as we write this review to be completely honest. Our wedding was truly a fairy tale... it was everything we could have ever hoped / dreamed and then some. Danielle is a machine and is really passionate about what she does... she's phenomenal at it. She knows everything (we couldn't stump her, i am not kidding!) and I am convinced that she doesn't sleep because as soon as we would send a random email over asking a question we would have a reply instantly. They say wedding planning is stressful.. but the planning was so smooth because everything is so organized. Danielle and team at the Mallard Island Yacht Club deserve more stars and accolades then you can select here. We are living proof that your dream wedding can be a reality. If you are looking for a venue... make sure you check this place out. I PROMISE you won't be disappointed. THANK-YOU SO MUCH for making this a reality for us!!!!
Reviewed on 21-05-2019
Wedding Date 10-05-2019
WOW... Fresh back from our honeymoon and all week we were trying to figure out the perfect thing to say but WOW just kept coming to my mind. Danielle and team over at the Mallard Island Yacht Club operate like a well oiled machine. Everything from the initial consultation to our million questions =) through to the real Fairy Tale wedding that everyone hopes and dreams to have one day. Well... all we can say from first hand experience is... if that is what you dreamed to have it can be a complete reality. Our guests are still raving about it.. we quote \"Best wedding we have ever been to!\" \"EPIC\". It's as if you were watching a movie where the magical wedding is happening....except it's yours!When we first went to Mallard to meet with Danielle for the initial walk through, walking through the doors we knew right away that was the place we wanted to have our wedding. You feel like you are walking into a resort and you never want to leave! The building and grounds are truly magnificent and extremely well taken care of, the rooms are unbelievable and immaculately clean.. the bridal suite...well that's breathtaking and takes things to a completely other level. I assure you, your mouth will drop the minute you see it. Being on the water, the views are amazing and make for great photos. The Groom shack is a man-cave that only guys can dream of. The ceremony in front of that fireplace surrounded by the water... need i say more? Rain or shine it doesn't matter... they have plans for every single scenario! No matter what mother nature throws, you will have the best day of your life. The food is beyond delicious.. i still remember our tasting (YUMMY). We didn't know what to expect. When picking out the menu, we were salivating at all the food there was going to be. However, having been to many weddings at other places food in such mass quantities doesn't always hit the mark. At Mallard with Taste Catering, well it's as if you are eating at a top rated restaurant and the food sets the bar to another level. The menu is unlike anything you would have ever expected for a wedding. Everything from cocktail hour to dinner and dessert to the optional After-Party... you seriously want to live there! There was SO much food and EVERYTHING tasted delicious. I wish i had some here right now as we write this review to be completely honest. Our wedding was truly a fairy tale... it was everything we could have ever hoped / dreamed and then some. Danielle is a machine and is really passionate about what she does... she's phenomenal at it. She knows everything (we couldn't stump her, i am not kidding!) and I am convinced that she doesn't sleep because as soon as we would send a random email over asking a question we would have a reply instantly. They say wedding planning is stressful.. but the planning was so smooth because everything is so organized. Danielle and team at the Mallard Island Yacht Club deserve more stars and accolades then you can select here. We are living proof that your dream wedding can be a reality. If you are looking for a venue... make sure you check this place out. I PROMISE you won't be disappointed. THANK-YOU SO MUCH for making this a reality for us!!!!
Reviewed on 21-05-2019
Erin Gallway (other) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 27-04-2018
I wish I could give waaaay more than five stars!!! We got married on April 27th, 2018 at Mallard Island Yacht Club. Danielle and the team were not only attentive, but caring, lovely, and FUN. Danielle is an ANGEL. She made our three year planning process so easy for us, and always made sure to keep in touch about any changes, events, or important details that were needed. Madeline was the bridal attendant. She was so sweet, and was there for anything the entire day and all through the reception. The entire staff was attentive and on top of any of our guests needs throughout the cocktail hour and reception. It's almost six months later, and I'm STILL hearing from our guests how our wedding was the best wedding they have ever been to, because of the location, staff, and food. Words cannot describe how grateful we are for everything that Danielle and the Taste Catering team did for us to make our day, truly, the most amazing, unforgettable day of our lives. Thank you all! <3
Reviewed on 15-10-2018
Wedding Date 27-04-2018
I wish I could give waaaay more than five stars!!! We got married on April 27th, 2018 at Mallard Island Yacht Club. Danielle and the team were not only attentive, but caring, lovely, and FUN. Danielle is an ANGEL. She made our three year planning process so easy for us, and always made sure to keep in touch about any changes, events, or important details that were needed. Madeline was the bridal attendant. She was so sweet, and was there for anything the entire day and all through the reception. The entire staff was attentive and on top of any of our guests needs throughout the cocktail hour and reception. It's almost six months later, and I'm STILL hearing from our guests how our wedding was the best wedding they have ever been to, because of the location, staff, and food. Words cannot describe how grateful we are for everything that Danielle and the Taste Catering team did for us to make our day, truly, the most amazing, unforgettable day of our lives. Thank you all! <3
Reviewed on 15-10-2018
Briana Duffy (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-09-2018
There is nothing else to say except... my fairytale came true! The Mallard Yacht Club was beyond elegant and truly any bride's dream. Having Danielle as a wedding coordinator was a lifesaver, this girl has seriously found her calling! I had my personal buddy there to keep me in the \"Bridal Bubble\" and if it wasn't for her, things would've been MUCH tougher. As the day got closer Danielle kept every detail perfectly planned. The venue was decorated to my exact vision and they really listened to all of my family's wants and needs. The day of my wedding was SEAMLESS with the help of Marcie and Madeline. I can't say enough about the beautiful grounds, efficient staff and breathtaking venue. From the bridal suite (OMG!) to the groomshack to the chapel and cocktail hour... this venue has it all! My guests and I were sitting by the fire pit until 2am just to enjoy the September breeze on a gorgeous Saturday night! Thank you to EVERYONE for making ALL of my dreams come true! (and the groom too!)Love always,Briana and Sean
Reviewed on 25-09-2018
Wedding Date 15-09-2018
There is nothing else to say except... my fairytale came true! The Mallard Yacht Club was beyond elegant and truly any bride's dream. Having Danielle as a wedding coordinator was a lifesaver, this girl has seriously found her calling! I had my personal buddy there to keep me in the \"Bridal Bubble\" and if it wasn't for her, things would've been MUCH tougher. As the day got closer Danielle kept every detail perfectly planned. The venue was decorated to my exact vision and they really listened to all of my family's wants and needs. The day of my wedding was SEAMLESS with the help of Marcie and Madeline. I can't say enough about the beautiful grounds, efficient staff and breathtaking venue. From the bridal suite (OMG!) to the groomshack to the chapel and cocktail hour... this venue has it all! My guests and I were sitting by the fire pit until 2am just to enjoy the September breeze on a gorgeous Saturday night! Thank you to EVERYONE for making ALL of my dreams come true! (and the groom too!)Love always,Briana and Sean
Reviewed on 25-09-2018
Christina Sindoni (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-09-2018
Mallard Island is THE best venue in the New Jersey area, hands down. It is absolutely gorgeous, overlooking the water, with insanely amazing facilities. They really thought through ever detail to make it comfortable and spectacular. Firstly, the boat house where you can have your Ceremony is so amazing - all of my guests felt like they were floating on the water and the stone fireplace at the front made the perfect backdrop for us to exchange our vows. The cocktail hour was out of this world - so much space for all of the guests to walk around and absolutely AMAZING food. My guests are still talking about it. The reception space is also breathtaking - so much charm and space. The dance floor actually has sliding doors that open onto the outdoor decks and has so much space for dancing. And don't even get me started on the 10 guest rooms upstairs and the INSANE 1000 sq ft Bridal Suite. My husband and I truly felt like royalty. The staff is also SPECTACULAR. So attentive, flexible and kind. They are the number one thing that made our day perfect. I am so sad that my time at Mallard is over. I highly highly recommend that you strongly consider having your special day at this one-of-a-kind place.
Reviewed on 24-09-2018
Wedding Date 22-09-2018
Mallard Island is THE best venue in the New Jersey area, hands down. It is absolutely gorgeous, overlooking the water, with insanely amazing facilities. They really thought through ever detail to make it comfortable and spectacular. Firstly, the boat house where you can have your Ceremony is so amazing - all of my guests felt like they were floating on the water and the stone fireplace at the front made the perfect backdrop for us to exchange our vows. The cocktail hour was out of this world - so much space for all of the guests to walk around and absolutely AMAZING food. My guests are still talking about it. The reception space is also breathtaking - so much charm and space. The dance floor actually has sliding doors that open onto the outdoor decks and has so much space for dancing. And don't even get me started on the 10 guest rooms upstairs and the INSANE 1000 sq ft Bridal Suite. My husband and I truly felt like royalty. The staff is also SPECTACULAR. So attentive, flexible and kind. They are the number one thing that made our day perfect. I am so sad that my time at Mallard is over. I highly highly recommend that you strongly consider having your special day at this one-of-a-kind place.
Reviewed on 24-09-2018
Bruce Leder (parent) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-09-2018
This place is the best- est. Danielle was perfect beyond belief. She wears patient, attentive, charming and took care of every detail. The wait staff and especially the bridal attendant were everything we could have wished for. The ceremonial area was breath taking. The flower covered grounds were beautiful. Overall the wedding was more than we ( the bride' s parents) could have dreamed for . It was perfect.
Reviewed on 21-09-2018
Wedding Date 07-09-2018
This place is the best- est. Danielle was perfect beyond belief. She wears patient, attentive, charming and took care of every detail. The wait staff and especially the bridal attendant were everything we could have wished for. The ceremonial area was breath taking. The flower covered grounds were beautiful. Overall the wedding was more than we ( the bride' s parents) could have dreamed for . It was perfect.
Reviewed on 21-09-2018
Jamie Leder (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-09-2018
Mallard Island Yacht Club is the venue I had dreamed about since I was a little girl. I knew I always wanted to get married on the beach and it was perfect!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!The funny thing looking back now is that I always thought I wanted to get married at Bonnet Island but after seeing Mallard I was in love! The gardens are beautiful, the stone chapel is dreamy, the bridal suite would make Marie Antionette jealous and the ballroom is perfection with access to the wraparound deck.The long dock near the groom shack (another benefit of Mallard) is the ideal location for a first look. It was so much fun to walk out to my now husband and have our bridal party on the suite deck cheering and whistling up top.And having all our guests congregate around the fire pit during the after party was the best way to end the night/early morning. I also truly cannot rave enough about Danielle (who works for Taste - the caterer of Mallard). I will never be able to thank her enough for helping me bring my wedding dreams to life. Without her, I know I wouldn't have survived planning a wedding. She told me at our first meeting she would become my best friend until the day of my wedding and she really meant it. I would go a little crazy with the emails asking her tons of questions and no matter what (even if I asked 10x already) Danielle would always respond in just a few hours.I wish I could do it all again!!!!
Reviewed on 18-09-2018
Wedding Date 07-09-2018
Mallard Island Yacht Club is the venue I had dreamed about since I was a little girl. I knew I always wanted to get married on the beach and it was perfect!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!The funny thing looking back now is that I always thought I wanted to get married at Bonnet Island but after seeing Mallard I was in love! The gardens are beautiful, the stone chapel is dreamy, the bridal suite would make Marie Antionette jealous and the ballroom is perfection with access to the wraparound deck.The long dock near the groom shack (another benefit of Mallard) is the ideal location for a first look. It was so much fun to walk out to my now husband and have our bridal party on the suite deck cheering and whistling up top.And having all our guests congregate around the fire pit during the after party was the best way to end the night/early morning. I also truly cannot rave enough about Danielle (who works for Taste - the caterer of Mallard). I will never be able to thank her enough for helping me bring my wedding dreams to life. Without her, I know I wouldn't have survived planning a wedding. She told me at our first meeting she would become my best friend until the day of my wedding and she really meant it. I would go a little crazy with the emails asking her tons of questions and no matter what (even if I asked 10x already) Danielle would always respond in just a few hours.I wish I could do it all again!!!!
Reviewed on 18-09-2018
Jessica Petroni (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-07-2018
As soon as we booked the Mallard Island Yacht Club for our wedding, we knew it was going to be an incredible process and amazing wedding day! Danielle make every step of the way an easy and enjoyable experience, and was so prompt in answering any questions we had. She and her team made sure everything the day of the wedding was executed flawlessly, and we could not have had a more perfect day!! Our guests raved about the gorgeous venue and delicious food, and we couldn't be happier with how our dream day turned out thanks to this wonderful venue and team!!!
Reviewed on 19-08-2018
Wedding Date 20-07-2018
As soon as we booked the Mallard Island Yacht Club for our wedding, we knew it was going to be an incredible process and amazing wedding day! Danielle make every step of the way an easy and enjoyable experience, and was so prompt in answering any questions we had. She and her team made sure everything the day of the wedding was executed flawlessly, and we could not have had a more perfect day!! Our guests raved about the gorgeous venue and delicious food, and we couldn't be happier with how our dream day turned out thanks to this wonderful venue and team!!!
Reviewed on 19-08-2018
Jessica Palmisano (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-07-2018
Danielle and her team at Mallard Island were spectacular. They were very attentive, patient, and responsive to all of our concerns and questions. All of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to! Our day was even better than we had envisioned, and was exactly what we wanted as a couple. It truly was a Perfect Day! Thank you to the best bridal team and the most stunningly beautiful venue. You made our day unforgettable and we will treasure it forever.
Reviewed on 19-08-2018
Wedding Date 07-07-2018
Danielle and her team at Mallard Island were spectacular. They were very attentive, patient, and responsive to all of our concerns and questions. All of our guests said it was the best wedding they have ever been to! Our day was even better than we had envisioned, and was exactly what we wanted as a couple. It truly was a Perfect Day! Thank you to the best bridal team and the most stunningly beautiful venue. You made our day unforgettable and we will treasure it forever.
Reviewed on 19-08-2018
Michelle Lohf (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 30-06-2018
We had the best day of our lives at Mallard Island! From day 1, Danielle was on top of everything and very attentive - she made the wedding planning easy! On the day, we actually got married during a heat wave and the staff was great about keeping it as cool as possible since the wedding was both indoor and outdoor. Everyone we spoke to said it was the best wedding they've been to and everyone commented on the beautiful scenery. We've only received a few of our pictures, but the ones we have so far are AMAZING. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 08-07-2018
Wedding Date 30-06-2018
We had the best day of our lives at Mallard Island! From day 1, Danielle was on top of everything and very attentive - she made the wedding planning easy! On the day, we actually got married during a heat wave and the staff was great about keeping it as cool as possible since the wedding was both indoor and outdoor. Everyone we spoke to said it was the best wedding they've been to and everyone commented on the beautiful scenery. We've only received a few of our pictures, but the ones we have so far are AMAZING. Highly recommend!
Reviewed on 08-07-2018
Alyssa Colby (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-10-2017
We were married at Mallard Island Yacht Club this past weekend. It ended up being the most perfect weekend we have ever had in our lives. The weather couldn't have been better, the decor couldn't have come together more perfectly, but most importantly the staff at Mallard took our wedding experience to the next level. From day 1, Danielle, the venue coordinator, was fully focused on our wedding. She runs 3 weddings a weekend all year long, and somehow she was able to answer all of my questions within minutes, give me every detail I needed, and make me feel like I was her sole focus. During the weekend of our wedding, Danielle and her staff were on top of every little detail. She follow all of my instructions to the T, made suggestions on what would look better where, and never made me worry about a single detail. I found out the next day that one of our vendors was extremely late and making her nervous, but Danielle went to all lengths to get him there before anyone noticed and never made me worry about it! She literally took care of everything from the day we walked in from our tour through brunch the day after our wedding. My bridal assistant, Madeline, did an amazing job calming my nerves, making sure we ate and had water and champagne, and taking care of my dress all night. All of my guests commented on how nice and accommodating the waiters were and how absolutely amazing the food was, from cocktail hour through dinner and dessert. And at the end of the night they were so efficient in packaging all of my decor back up and placing it on baggage carts so we were able to load up quickly the next morning. Lou Ann, the overnight staff, took care of everything we needed and kept to herself when we didn't need anything. She was the sweetest. I could honestly go on and on about this venue, the staff, the building, the chapel on the bay, the bridal suite, every last detail was perfect. I couldn't have imagined anything close to how our wedding actually turned out.
Reviewed on 17-10-2017
Wedding Date 14-10-2017
We were married at Mallard Island Yacht Club this past weekend. It ended up being the most perfect weekend we have ever had in our lives. The weather couldn't have been better, the decor couldn't have come together more perfectly, but most importantly the staff at Mallard took our wedding experience to the next level. From day 1, Danielle, the venue coordinator, was fully focused on our wedding. She runs 3 weddings a weekend all year long, and somehow she was able to answer all of my questions within minutes, give me every detail I needed, and make me feel like I was her sole focus. During the weekend of our wedding, Danielle and her staff were on top of every little detail. She follow all of my instructions to the T, made suggestions on what would look better where, and never made me worry about a single detail. I found out the next day that one of our vendors was extremely late and making her nervous, but Danielle went to all lengths to get him there before anyone noticed and never made me worry about it! She literally took care of everything from the day we walked in from our tour through brunch the day after our wedding. My bridal assistant, Madeline, did an amazing job calming my nerves, making sure we ate and had water and champagne, and taking care of my dress all night. All of my guests commented on how nice and accommodating the waiters were and how absolutely amazing the food was, from cocktail hour through dinner and dessert. And at the end of the night they were so efficient in packaging all of my decor back up and placing it on baggage carts so we were able to load up quickly the next morning. Lou Ann, the overnight staff, took care of everything we needed and kept to herself when we didn't need anything. She was the sweetest. I could honestly go on and on about this venue, the staff, the building, the chapel on the bay, the bridal suite, every last detail was perfect. I couldn't have imagined anything close to how our wedding actually turned out.
Reviewed on 17-10-2017
Christina Dutkevitch (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-07-2017
Choosing Mallard Island as our wedding venue was hands down the best decisions we made. The venue is just so gorgeous and speaks for itself (i meant that bridal suite though) but Danielle was an absolute dream. I am not the most organized person and I am easily overwhelmed by details. Danielle was so fantastic to work with and made the entire process so seamless and literally had every detail of our wedding down to a T. She and the staff at Mallard were so attentive and really made myself, my husband, and my family feel so special on our big day. The food was AMAZING - people are still raving about it a month and a half later. If you are considering Mallard Island as a venue or Taste Catering - just book them. I guarantee you will not be disappointed!
Reviewed on 20-08-2017
Wedding Date 02-07-2017
Choosing Mallard Island as our wedding venue was hands down the best decisions we made. The venue is just so gorgeous and speaks for itself (i meant that bridal suite though) but Danielle was an absolute dream. I am not the most organized person and I am easily overwhelmed by details. Danielle was so fantastic to work with and made the entire process so seamless and literally had every detail of our wedding down to a T. She and the staff at Mallard were so attentive and really made myself, my husband, and my family feel so special on our big day. The food was AMAZING - people are still raving about it a month and a half later. If you are considering Mallard Island as a venue or Taste Catering - just book them. I guarantee you will not be disappointed!
Reviewed on 20-08-2017
Jason Gunther (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-09-2018
We canât express how happy we were with how our wedding came together at Mallard Island Yacht Club. The staff was so helpful during the entire process from the day of the booking to all the steps along the way. Danielle was so organized and provided us with a schedule, which made everything go smoothly. We wanted a unique experience and we had several special requests along the way, each one was met beyond our expectations. The food during the entire day was so delicious, and they made sure that we as the bride and groom got to taste everything. During the day of the wedding anytime we needed even the slightest request someone from the staff was there to fill it, especially Jennifer who was attending to our every need. We have received so many compliments from our guests about how impressed they were with our wedding day. For anyone considering the venue for their wedding you definitely will be making the right choice! We sincerely canât thank you all enough for making our wedding day so perfect!
Reviewed on 24-06-2017
Wedding Date 15-09-2018
We canât express how happy we were with how our wedding came together at Mallard Island Yacht Club. The staff was so helpful during the entire process from the day of the booking to all the steps along the way. Danielle was so organized and provided us with a schedule, which made everything go smoothly. We wanted a unique experience and we had several special requests along the way, each one was met beyond our expectations. The food during the entire day was so delicious, and they made sure that we as the bride and groom got to taste everything. During the day of the wedding anytime we needed even the slightest request someone from the staff was there to fill it, especially Jennifer who was attending to our every need. We have received so many compliments from our guests about how impressed they were with our wedding day. For anyone considering the venue for their wedding you definitely will be making the right choice! We sincerely canât thank you all enough for making our wedding day so perfect!
Reviewed on 24-06-2017
Jennifer Zarra (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 09-10-2016
We were married on 10/9/16 and wish we could relive our wedding day over and over again at the Mallard! We visited several venues down the shore, but once touring the Mallard, we KNEW that was where we wanted to get married! From the amazing and HUGE bridal suite, to the chapel on the pier, it was a dream wedding venue! Danielle was amazing, and always answered all of my questions quickly, and made sure that I always felt at ease! I will miss talking to her now that the planning is over! On the day of my wedding, we had tropical 30 mph winds and rain from hurricane Matthew. While I was disappointed that we could not have an outdoor cocktail hour, take pictures on the pier or lawn, or utilize the grooms shack because of the terrible weather, Danielle and her team made sure that everything still went flawlessly! From surrounding me in umbrellas before walking down the isle, to Danielle personally sweeping away puddles of water so we could take a few outdoor pictures, I couldn't have been happier with how it all turned out! The day of coordinator and maitre de were also fabulous! From the food, to the amazing location and beautiful details, to the professionalism of the staff, it was one of the best days of our lives! If we could give the Mallard 10 stars we would! Our guests are still raving about the food and how it was one of the best weddings they have ever attended! We had the most incredible wedding and we thank Danielle and her team for going above and beyond to make our day so special!
Reviewed on 30-11-2016
Wedding Date 09-10-2016
We were married on 10/9/16 and wish we could relive our wedding day over and over again at the Mallard! We visited several venues down the shore, but once touring the Mallard, we KNEW that was where we wanted to get married! From the amazing and HUGE bridal suite, to the chapel on the pier, it was a dream wedding venue! Danielle was amazing, and always answered all of my questions quickly, and made sure that I always felt at ease! I will miss talking to her now that the planning is over! On the day of my wedding, we had tropical 30 mph winds and rain from hurricane Matthew. While I was disappointed that we could not have an outdoor cocktail hour, take pictures on the pier or lawn, or utilize the grooms shack because of the terrible weather, Danielle and her team made sure that everything still went flawlessly! From surrounding me in umbrellas before walking down the isle, to Danielle personally sweeping away puddles of water so we could take a few outdoor pictures, I couldn't have been happier with how it all turned out! The day of coordinator and maitre de were also fabulous! From the food, to the amazing location and beautiful details, to the professionalism of the staff, it was one of the best days of our lives! If we could give the Mallard 10 stars we would! Our guests are still raving about the food and how it was one of the best weddings they have ever attended! We had the most incredible wedding and we thank Danielle and her team for going above and beyond to make our day so special!
Reviewed on 30-11-2016
Chelsea Derrico (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-10-2016
Couldn't be happier with the entire experience. We recently were married at Mallard Island Yacht Club and from the day we toured the venue to the days following the wedding, we were completely taken care of throughout the journey. Danielle made the process stress free - she is extremely responsive and anticipates all needs and requests. The food was amazing and we've heard nothing but positive feedback from our guests. Overall, the day was everything we expected and more. Trusting the MIYC team to execute our wedding was the best decision we made.
Reviewed on 06-11-2016
Wedding Date 22-10-2016
Couldn't be happier with the entire experience. We recently were married at Mallard Island Yacht Club and from the day we toured the venue to the days following the wedding, we were completely taken care of throughout the journey. Danielle made the process stress free - she is extremely responsive and anticipates all needs and requests. The food was amazing and we've heard nothing but positive feedback from our guests. Overall, the day was everything we expected and more. Trusting the MIYC team to execute our wedding was the best decision we made.
Reviewed on 06-11-2016
Kerry Theibault (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-10-2016
This venue is unreal. From the intricate architecture, the bay front views, lighting, landscaping, caterer and staff, Mallard Island is absolutely perfect. My husband and I got married on October 7, 2016 and we could not have had the most perfect day if it was not for Danielle, Taste Catering and their staff. Unbelievable service. From day one, Danielle made every step of wedding planning so easy and organized. If I had any sort of panic, she was able to keep me level headed and made sure that everything was taken care of, stress free. My bridal attendant was phenomenal. She made sure that my husband and I had food and drinks during pictures, made sure that we had time to enjoy our dinner, and was able to provide anything that my bridal party requested. Not one thing went wrong during my wedding day. My guests are STILL raving about the food, the service, and the venue. At the end of the night, the staff broke down every table, center piece and decoration (and there was a lot!!), brought it downstairs to the front entrance so that all we had to do was pack the car. My gratitude for Danielle, Taste Catering and their staff is almost impossible to put in words, but I honestly could not have asked for a better group of people to be apart of my wedding day. THANK YOU!!!
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
Wedding Date 07-10-2016
This venue is unreal. From the intricate architecture, the bay front views, lighting, landscaping, caterer and staff, Mallard Island is absolutely perfect. My husband and I got married on October 7, 2016 and we could not have had the most perfect day if it was not for Danielle, Taste Catering and their staff. Unbelievable service. From day one, Danielle made every step of wedding planning so easy and organized. If I had any sort of panic, she was able to keep me level headed and made sure that everything was taken care of, stress free. My bridal attendant was phenomenal. She made sure that my husband and I had food and drinks during pictures, made sure that we had time to enjoy our dinner, and was able to provide anything that my bridal party requested. Not one thing went wrong during my wedding day. My guests are STILL raving about the food, the service, and the venue. At the end of the night, the staff broke down every table, center piece and decoration (and there was a lot!!), brought it downstairs to the front entrance so that all we had to do was pack the car. My gratitude for Danielle, Taste Catering and their staff is almost impossible to put in words, but I honestly could not have asked for a better group of people to be apart of my wedding day. THANK YOU!!!
Reviewed on 31-10-2016
a member (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
I have spent my summers on Long Beach Island for the last 20 years and I always knew I wanted to get married there. After walking into Mallard Island Yacht Club, I knew this was the location! I didn't want a \"beach themed\" wedding and MIYC's modern aesthetic complimented the beach scenery perfectly. You get the best of both worlds! Danielle at MIYC helped us from day 1 and was there to celebrate with us on our wedding night. The staff was amazing - caring, pleasant, accommodating, and truly made us feel so special. It was my dream wedding and I will remember it forever thanks to MIYC!
Reviewed on 24-10-2016
I have spent my summers on Long Beach Island for the last 20 years and I always knew I wanted to get married there. After walking into Mallard Island Yacht Club, I knew this was the location! I didn't want a \"beach themed\" wedding and MIYC's modern aesthetic complimented the beach scenery perfectly. You get the best of both worlds! Danielle at MIYC helped us from day 1 and was there to celebrate with us on our wedding night. The staff was amazing - caring, pleasant, accommodating, and truly made us feel so special. It was my dream wedding and I will remember it forever thanks to MIYC!
Reviewed on 24-10-2016
Andrea Lopes (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-08-2016
My Husband and I were married at Mallard Island this past August 2016. What a wonderful and perfect experience we had- from the moment we stepped foot at Mallard for a tour, to our amazing wedding day. Our tour started with meeting the wonderful wedding event specialist, Danielle. She is very professional and knowledgeable of every detail that goes into planning a wedding at Mallard, making the stressful wedding planning process so much more bearable and easy! Danielle always kept us up to date and informed with what we needed to know. With every call or email, she always had an answer and made us feel comfortable with the questions we had, no matter how small. Alongside Danielle on our wedding day, was our wonderful bridal attendant, Kelsey. From taking photos with my phone so we could see some memories of our wedding the day after, to bringing us food from cocktail hour and desserts during the reception when we were busy with the photographers, to physically sewing on some tulle pieces of my dress that ripped, she knew what to do every step of the way! The entire Taste Catering staff was very friendly and provided great service to our guests. All this great service took place at a well kept beautiful establishment. The neat and clean grounds, the gorgeous building, the amazing rooms (cocktail hour, reception, groom shack, boathouse chapel), and the bridal suite will leave you in a jaw-dropping loss for words. The food that was served is also something to talk about. A pre-ceremony lemonade stand was a nice touch to greet our guests, the cocktail hour selection and presentation was great with an unforgettable sushi and slider station, the great selection of reception entrees, and any guest with a sweet tooth was blown away with the viennese table. Phil and I are so happy with our experience and would recommend this Mallard Island to any couple getting married in NJ. Thank you so much for an unforgettable and amazing day. XOXO Andrea & Phil.
Reviewed on 21-09-2016
Wedding Date 05-08-2016
My Husband and I were married at Mallard Island this past August 2016. What a wonderful and perfect experience we had- from the moment we stepped foot at Mallard for a tour, to our amazing wedding day. Our tour started with meeting the wonderful wedding event specialist, Danielle. She is very professional and knowledgeable of every detail that goes into planning a wedding at Mallard, making the stressful wedding planning process so much more bearable and easy! Danielle always kept us up to date and informed with what we needed to know. With every call or email, she always had an answer and made us feel comfortable with the questions we had, no matter how small. Alongside Danielle on our wedding day, was our wonderful bridal attendant, Kelsey. From taking photos with my phone so we could see some memories of our wedding the day after, to bringing us food from cocktail hour and desserts during the reception when we were busy with the photographers, to physically sewing on some tulle pieces of my dress that ripped, she knew what to do every step of the way! The entire Taste Catering staff was very friendly and provided great service to our guests. All this great service took place at a well kept beautiful establishment. The neat and clean grounds, the gorgeous building, the amazing rooms (cocktail hour, reception, groom shack, boathouse chapel), and the bridal suite will leave you in a jaw-dropping loss for words. The food that was served is also something to talk about. A pre-ceremony lemonade stand was a nice touch to greet our guests, the cocktail hour selection and presentation was great with an unforgettable sushi and slider station, the great selection of reception entrees, and any guest with a sweet tooth was blown away with the viennese table. Phil and I are so happy with our experience and would recommend this Mallard Island to any couple getting married in NJ. Thank you so much for an unforgettable and amazing day. XOXO Andrea & Phil.
Reviewed on 21-09-2016
Matthew LeFurge (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 13-08-2016
We had our wedding at the Mallard. Everything was perfect! From the day we toured the venue in April of 2015 until we left our suite on August 14th, Danielle was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was responsive and flexible and offered advice on every aspect of our wedding. We did our centerpieces ourselves, and Danielle set them up and made sure they looked great. (She didn't bat an eye when we filled up her office from floor to ceiling with flip flops and cornhole sets and a full size keyboard and ingredients for signature cocktails two days before the wedding.) The food was a hit. Everyone raved about everything from the pre-ceremony lemonade to the passed ice cream cones. The booklet that the Mallard provided contained recommendations for other vendors, all of whom we were thrilled with. Getting married at the Mallard isn't cheap, but it was worth every penny and the best money I have ever spent. Everything was wonderful, but some standouts-the slider station, pre-ceremony lemonade, ice cream cones and of course the amazing guest rooms. Jennifer, my bridal attendant, was terrific. She actually took photos with my phone during the entire day, so I had about 500 photos to look at right after the wedding. The morning after, everything from the reception was packed in boxes and waiting for us at the front door (including a HUGE box of pastries and entrees), and they told us that they would throw out anything we didn't want. Our wedding was truly a wedding of distinction. One tip: We couldn't get into the venue until 12:30 (Danielle told us she would call us as soon as everything was ready and we waited in the parking lot from 11:30 on but the guests from the night before were running late) and some people couldn't attend our Friday a.m. rehearsal. All of this was clearly explained from day one and not a big deal for us but a Friday wedding will give you an earlier check-in time and a more flexible rehearsal time if that's important to you.
Reviewed on 18-09-2016
Wedding Date 13-08-2016
We had our wedding at the Mallard. Everything was perfect! From the day we toured the venue in April of 2015 until we left our suite on August 14th, Danielle was an absolute pleasure to work with. She was responsive and flexible and offered advice on every aspect of our wedding. We did our centerpieces ourselves, and Danielle set them up and made sure they looked great. (She didn't bat an eye when we filled up her office from floor to ceiling with flip flops and cornhole sets and a full size keyboard and ingredients for signature cocktails two days before the wedding.) The food was a hit. Everyone raved about everything from the pre-ceremony lemonade to the passed ice cream cones. The booklet that the Mallard provided contained recommendations for other vendors, all of whom we were thrilled with. Getting married at the Mallard isn't cheap, but it was worth every penny and the best money I have ever spent. Everything was wonderful, but some standouts-the slider station, pre-ceremony lemonade, ice cream cones and of course the amazing guest rooms. Jennifer, my bridal attendant, was terrific. She actually took photos with my phone during the entire day, so I had about 500 photos to look at right after the wedding. The morning after, everything from the reception was packed in boxes and waiting for us at the front door (including a HUGE box of pastries and entrees), and they told us that they would throw out anything we didn't want. Our wedding was truly a wedding of distinction. One tip: We couldn't get into the venue until 12:30 (Danielle told us she would call us as soon as everything was ready and we waited in the parking lot from 11:30 on but the guests from the night before were running late) and some people couldn't attend our Friday a.m. rehearsal. All of this was clearly explained from day one and not a big deal for us but a Friday wedding will give you an earlier check-in time and a more flexible rehearsal time if that's important to you.
Reviewed on 18-09-2016
Krista Chapman (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-07-2016
I had the most AMAZING day of my life at Mallard Island. If I could give Mallard more than 5 stars I would!!!! My husband and I were married here in July, one of the hottest days of the summer, and the Taste team made adjustments to make sure that we had the best weekend ever!(and to make sure all our guests were comfortable) From the moment we booked Mallard Danielle and everyone we worked with was so helpful!! Danielle is always there to answer your questions and give suggestions! SHE IS A DREAM TO WORK WITH!! đ We dropped off our things Thursday for our Saturday wedding and then they took care of everything! We had beverages chilled for us upon arrival and all of my decorations etc. were set up exactly as I asked. Not only did we have Danielle to assist with everything, but also a bridal attendant sent from heaven, Kelsey!! Some may ask what a bridal attendant does or why it is necessary... a better question is what doesn't she do!! She did everything from making sure we had lunch delivered, to helping with my dress when we did pictures at sunset, to carrying my phone and taking pictures so I had pictures to look at the very next day. She also took 45ish minutes to expertly sew one of my bridesmaids into her dress after her zipper split right before pictures!! She also made sure my husband and I always had our drink of choice in hand with the occasional water to keep us hydrated. During our cocktail hour she continued to bring us our appetizers. Also the food was delicious! I had many guests telling me how impressed they were with the coctail hour food and reception food. With desserts from cake boss, you can't ask for anything more!!! Our maitre d was wonderful as well!!! I highly highly recommend renting mallard for the night. Not only is the Bridal suite out of this world, but we were also able to have our bridal party and parents stay over. We also had a great after party in the marina level and out around the fire pit!! The next day we even stand up paddled around the venue before heading home. While it is a little pricey, it's worth every penny! They truly made it a weekend we will always remember!!! Highly recommend to anyone looking to have an amazing stress free wedding with the best views!!
Reviewed on 15-08-2016
Wedding Date 23-07-2016
I had the most AMAZING day of my life at Mallard Island. If I could give Mallard more than 5 stars I would!!!! My husband and I were married here in July, one of the hottest days of the summer, and the Taste team made adjustments to make sure that we had the best weekend ever!(and to make sure all our guests were comfortable) From the moment we booked Mallard Danielle and everyone we worked with was so helpful!! Danielle is always there to answer your questions and give suggestions! SHE IS A DREAM TO WORK WITH!! đ We dropped off our things Thursday for our Saturday wedding and then they took care of everything! We had beverages chilled for us upon arrival and all of my decorations etc. were set up exactly as I asked. Not only did we have Danielle to assist with everything, but also a bridal attendant sent from heaven, Kelsey!! Some may ask what a bridal attendant does or why it is necessary... a better question is what doesn't she do!! She did everything from making sure we had lunch delivered, to helping with my dress when we did pictures at sunset, to carrying my phone and taking pictures so I had pictures to look at the very next day. She also took 45ish minutes to expertly sew one of my bridesmaids into her dress after her zipper split right before pictures!! She also made sure my husband and I always had our drink of choice in hand with the occasional water to keep us hydrated. During our cocktail hour she continued to bring us our appetizers. Also the food was delicious! I had many guests telling me how impressed they were with the coctail hour food and reception food. With desserts from cake boss, you can't ask for anything more!!! Our maitre d was wonderful as well!!! I highly highly recommend renting mallard for the night. Not only is the Bridal suite out of this world, but we were also able to have our bridal party and parents stay over. We also had a great after party in the marina level and out around the fire pit!! The next day we even stand up paddled around the venue before heading home. While it is a little pricey, it's worth every penny! They truly made it a weekend we will always remember!!! Highly recommend to anyone looking to have an amazing stress free wedding with the best views!!
Reviewed on 15-08-2016
Jessica Galfo (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-06-2016
I got married at the Mallard last month and it was an absolute fairytale! From the A++ Taste catering staff, to the delicious food, and beyond beautiful venue, it felt as if we were swept away to a fantasy land. I cannot get over how accomodating the Mallard and Taste catering staff is- the service is immaculate. My guests are STILL raving about the venue, the food, the service, the views. It was just perfect!!!I worked very closely with Danielle to coordinate my big day and she always made me feel extremely special. Her attention to detail and ability to ease a bride's nerves was totally unexpected but made my experience that much better. The Mallard goes above and beyond to make every wedding perfect and unique. I cannot recommend this venue enough!! If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind experience, breathtaking views, and remarkable service and food - then the Mallard is for you!!
Reviewed on 17-07-2016
Wedding Date 18-06-2016
I got married at the Mallard last month and it was an absolute fairytale! From the A++ Taste catering staff, to the delicious food, and beyond beautiful venue, it felt as if we were swept away to a fantasy land. I cannot get over how accomodating the Mallard and Taste catering staff is- the service is immaculate. My guests are STILL raving about the venue, the food, the service, the views. It was just perfect!!!I worked very closely with Danielle to coordinate my big day and she always made me feel extremely special. Her attention to detail and ability to ease a bride's nerves was totally unexpected but made my experience that much better. The Mallard goes above and beyond to make every wedding perfect and unique. I cannot recommend this venue enough!! If you are looking for a one-of-a-kind experience, breathtaking views, and remarkable service and food - then the Mallard is for you!!
Reviewed on 17-07-2016
Toby Comer (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 20-05-2016
Words can't even begin to describe how perfect our wedding was this past May at Mallard Island Yacht Club. I have been going to LBI since I was a baby and always knew it would be my dream to get married down the shore. Once I stepped foot in the venue, both my husband and my family knew we had to get married in this gorgeous space. Our friends are still raving about all aspects of the day, from the scenery, to the delicious food done by Taste Catering, to the friendly and accommodating staff. Danielle is truly amazing. She answered any and every question and request with ease and positivity. We would not have been able to plan this day without Danielle and we will be eternally grateful for everything she did for us. Danielle's staff was absolutely amazing! Marcie helped the day run without a hitch, especially when everyone was panicking because our Pastor was late! Chuck, the man who stayed overnight at the venue, was so friendly and helpful as well, especially with the craziness of the after party. As the Bride, I need to give a very special shout out to Kelsey, our Bridal Attendant. My friends and I all called her the \"angel\" of the day because she anticipated every need and put a smile on all of our faces. We are so glad we went with Weddings of Distinction, Mallard Island, Taste Catering and most importantly, Danielle Gallone and her outstanding staff for our wedding day. They all made it a truly perfect wedding day and I couldn't recommend anything or anyone more highly. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Reviewed on 01-07-2016
Wedding Date 20-05-2016
Words can't even begin to describe how perfect our wedding was this past May at Mallard Island Yacht Club. I have been going to LBI since I was a baby and always knew it would be my dream to get married down the shore. Once I stepped foot in the venue, both my husband and my family knew we had to get married in this gorgeous space. Our friends are still raving about all aspects of the day, from the scenery, to the delicious food done by Taste Catering, to the friendly and accommodating staff. Danielle is truly amazing. She answered any and every question and request with ease and positivity. We would not have been able to plan this day without Danielle and we will be eternally grateful for everything she did for us. Danielle's staff was absolutely amazing! Marcie helped the day run without a hitch, especially when everyone was panicking because our Pastor was late! Chuck, the man who stayed overnight at the venue, was so friendly and helpful as well, especially with the craziness of the after party. As the Bride, I need to give a very special shout out to Kelsey, our Bridal Attendant. My friends and I all called her the \"angel\" of the day because she anticipated every need and put a smile on all of our faces. We are so glad we went with Weddings of Distinction, Mallard Island, Taste Catering and most importantly, Danielle Gallone and her outstanding staff for our wedding day. They all made it a truly perfect wedding day and I couldn't recommend anything or anyone more highly. Thank you, thank you, thank you!
Reviewed on 01-07-2016
Blair Notaro (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 11-06-2016
The Mallard Island Yacht Club was truly a dream come true. My husband and I grew up spending our summers in Long Beach Island and I knew that I wanted to get married there as soon as I saw âthe place with the red roofâ at 14 years old. Even with that background, the food, service, atmosphere, and entire experience were amazing and exceeded expectations. Danielle was fantastic throughout the entire experience. She promptly answered all questions throughout the planning process and was extremely accommodating. Our bridal attendant Jenn was an all-star, she waited on us hand and foot to make sure we had everything we needed. The entire day and night went as planned. Our guests keep raving about how incredible our wedding was the Mallard. After 10 years together our wedding was everything we could ever dream of. We would do it all over again if we could!
Reviewed on 17-06-2016
Wedding Date 11-06-2016
The Mallard Island Yacht Club was truly a dream come true. My husband and I grew up spending our summers in Long Beach Island and I knew that I wanted to get married there as soon as I saw âthe place with the red roofâ at 14 years old. Even with that background, the food, service, atmosphere, and entire experience were amazing and exceeded expectations. Danielle was fantastic throughout the entire experience. She promptly answered all questions throughout the planning process and was extremely accommodating. Our bridal attendant Jenn was an all-star, she waited on us hand and foot to make sure we had everything we needed. The entire day and night went as planned. Our guests keep raving about how incredible our wedding was the Mallard. After 10 years together our wedding was everything we could ever dream of. We would do it all over again if we could!
Reviewed on 17-06-2016
Courtney Hoecker (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-05-2016
Mallard Island Yacht Club was amazing - the venue was stunning and it was very convenient to have the ceremony and reception (and after party) in the same place. The day of coordinator, Danielle, was AMAZING. She is incredibly organized, and she made my life so much easier in every way. The staff and food was amazing - I would highly recommend this venue!
Reviewed on 13-06-2016
Wedding Date 07-05-2016
Mallard Island Yacht Club was amazing - the venue was stunning and it was very convenient to have the ceremony and reception (and after party) in the same place. The day of coordinator, Danielle, was AMAZING. She is incredibly organized, and she made my life so much easier in every way. The staff and food was amazing - I would highly recommend this venue!
Reviewed on 13-06-2016
Laura Skinner (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 21-05-2016
I recently got married at Mallard Island Yacht Club, and it was the absolute perfect wedding venue! My husband and I had visited almost 20 different venues all throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware, before finally visiting the Mallard, and as soon as we walked in, we knew it was the one. Danielle Gallone, our wedding coordinator extraordinaire at the Mallard, helped me every step along the way, with the hundreds of emails/questions I would ask her to make sure that our day was perfect. Even though we had a rainy wedding day, the staff was prepared and had a backup plan to ensure that all guests were kept dry, and 3 people even escorted me partially down the aisle with umbrellas to shield me from the wind to ensure that I looked perfect as I walked down the aisle for the ceremony. Our bridal attendant, Jennifer, was also amazing and stayed by my side all day of the wedding to ensure that my drink was always filled and that my dress was bustled and to carry my purse for me. The bridal suite alone at the Mallard is reason enough to book it for your wedding! I can't say enough great things about the Mallard Island Yacht Club, and wish I could relive the day all over again!
Reviewed on 05-06-2016
Wedding Date 21-05-2016
I recently got married at Mallard Island Yacht Club, and it was the absolute perfect wedding venue! My husband and I had visited almost 20 different venues all throughout New Jersey, Pennsylvania and Delaware, before finally visiting the Mallard, and as soon as we walked in, we knew it was the one. Danielle Gallone, our wedding coordinator extraordinaire at the Mallard, helped me every step along the way, with the hundreds of emails/questions I would ask her to make sure that our day was perfect. Even though we had a rainy wedding day, the staff was prepared and had a backup plan to ensure that all guests were kept dry, and 3 people even escorted me partially down the aisle with umbrellas to shield me from the wind to ensure that I looked perfect as I walked down the aisle for the ceremony. Our bridal attendant, Jennifer, was also amazing and stayed by my side all day of the wedding to ensure that my drink was always filled and that my dress was bustled and to carry my purse for me. The bridal suite alone at the Mallard is reason enough to book it for your wedding! I can't say enough great things about the Mallard Island Yacht Club, and wish I could relive the day all over again!
Reviewed on 05-06-2016
Sandra Shahbazian (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 23-04-2016
We had our wedding at Mallard Island Yacht Club. The venue is truly one of a kind: the environment next to the bay, the outdoor gardens and the peninsula with the chapel and fireplace are beautiful. And there's also a grass area for lawn games with a fire pit, and a small beach. Mallard is AMAZING. Not only is it aesthetically beautiful, but when you have your wedding there you get to work with Danielle, who is THE BEST. She hosted us and both of our parents for numerous tours, and you could tell that she treats Mallard like her home. Danielle was responsive to all of our inquiries, helped guide us in planning, and made suggestions that made our day extra special. She really made our unique and we are forever grateful for her.The guest rooms (and bathrooms) were gorgeous and super convenient. The staff at our wedding was kind, polite and attentive to all of our needs. We even had an emergency with a spill on the bride's dress and the bridal attendant, Jen, got every last spot out. Jen also walked around with our cell phones taking candid shots of everyone so we would have moments captured instantly! She truly thought of things to make our special day even better, and we can't imagine our perfect night without her. This venue has everything covered. We held an afterparty for those who prefer to continue the night into the evening, and the staff set up all of the supplies that we brought, and everything was excellent. Chuck, the staff member who stayed the night, was also extremely helpful. We have nothing but great things to say. Every last detail was perfect, and we cannot imagine a more perfect wedding.
Reviewed on 08-05-2016
Wedding Date 23-04-2016
We had our wedding at Mallard Island Yacht Club. The venue is truly one of a kind: the environment next to the bay, the outdoor gardens and the peninsula with the chapel and fireplace are beautiful. And there's also a grass area for lawn games with a fire pit, and a small beach. Mallard is AMAZING. Not only is it aesthetically beautiful, but when you have your wedding there you get to work with Danielle, who is THE BEST. She hosted us and both of our parents for numerous tours, and you could tell that she treats Mallard like her home. Danielle was responsive to all of our inquiries, helped guide us in planning, and made suggestions that made our day extra special. She really made our unique and we are forever grateful for her.The guest rooms (and bathrooms) were gorgeous and super convenient. The staff at our wedding was kind, polite and attentive to all of our needs. We even had an emergency with a spill on the bride's dress and the bridal attendant, Jen, got every last spot out. Jen also walked around with our cell phones taking candid shots of everyone so we would have moments captured instantly! She truly thought of things to make our special day even better, and we can't imagine our perfect night without her. This venue has everything covered. We held an afterparty for those who prefer to continue the night into the evening, and the staff set up all of the supplies that we brought, and everything was excellent. Chuck, the staff member who stayed the night, was also extremely helpful. We have nothing but great things to say. Every last detail was perfect, and we cannot imagine a more perfect wedding.
Reviewed on 08-05-2016
Naomi Schwarz (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 06-09-2015
Sorry I'm a little late writing this review, but I did not forget! We were married in September, 2015, at Mallard Island Yacht Club, and our wedding was everything we hoped for, and more. My husband wanted a unique venue, and we found that in Mallard. The entire site is just gorgeous. The chapel on the pier just takes your breath away, and the beautiful grounds filled with flowers and a wonderful fire pit, are such wonderful touches which looked amazing in the photos. We couldn't be happier, and our guests raved about how much they loved our venue choice!\r\rDanielle was a wonderful asset, and always quickly responded to all of my e-mails. She was very accommodating with our food choices and special requests. Most importantly, I have a lot of foodie family and friends, and they all raved about the quality of the food following the wedding. We were told that we had the best cocktail hour that several people had ever been to! I suggest getting the ice-cream cones at desert-- they were a major hit! My husband and I both think the only negative is that the day FLEW by. \r\rKelsey, our bridal attendant, was absolutely wonderful! She took care of every need we never even thought of asking of her... We couldn't thank her enough! \r\rWe are so happy we found Mallard, and couldn't be happier about how our wedding day turned out.
Reviewed on 29-02-2016
Wedding Date 06-09-2015
Sorry I'm a little late writing this review, but I did not forget! We were married in September, 2015, at Mallard Island Yacht Club, and our wedding was everything we hoped for, and more. My husband wanted a unique venue, and we found that in Mallard. The entire site is just gorgeous. The chapel on the pier just takes your breath away, and the beautiful grounds filled with flowers and a wonderful fire pit, are such wonderful touches which looked amazing in the photos. We couldn't be happier, and our guests raved about how much they loved our venue choice!\r\rDanielle was a wonderful asset, and always quickly responded to all of my e-mails. She was very accommodating with our food choices and special requests. Most importantly, I have a lot of foodie family and friends, and they all raved about the quality of the food following the wedding. We were told that we had the best cocktail hour that several people had ever been to! I suggest getting the ice-cream cones at desert-- they were a major hit! My husband and I both think the only negative is that the day FLEW by. \r\rKelsey, our bridal attendant, was absolutely wonderful! She took care of every need we never even thought of asking of her... We couldn't thank her enough! \r\rWe are so happy we found Mallard, and couldn't be happier about how our wedding day turned out.
Reviewed on 29-02-2016
Brittany Cushing (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 03-10-2015
We were married at Mallard Island Yacht Club back in October - the venue is absolutely gorgeous, and Danielle was nothing short of amazing throughout the entire process. She is so organized, professional, and on top of every detail for the wedding day, and was always available to answer any question we had. We ended up with a day that every bride fears - a hurricane approaching - but Danielle and her staff handled it flawlessly. The chapel had flooded earlier in the day, and they were able to clear it out quickly with only a slight delay in our ceremony. We received so many compliments from our guests on how amazing the staff was, and we couldn't agree more. I was lucky enough to have two different bridal escorts throughout the day as well (which I didn't know I would have!) and I don't know how I would have gotten through without them. We've seen this venue in the snow/a hurricane/sun, and it is gorgeous no matter what. ..and have you seen that bridal suite?! You can't go wrong booking this venue!! Thank you, Danielle!! :)
Reviewed on 09-12-2015
Wedding Date 03-10-2015
We were married at Mallard Island Yacht Club back in October - the venue is absolutely gorgeous, and Danielle was nothing short of amazing throughout the entire process. She is so organized, professional, and on top of every detail for the wedding day, and was always available to answer any question we had. We ended up with a day that every bride fears - a hurricane approaching - but Danielle and her staff handled it flawlessly. The chapel had flooded earlier in the day, and they were able to clear it out quickly with only a slight delay in our ceremony. We received so many compliments from our guests on how amazing the staff was, and we couldn't agree more. I was lucky enough to have two different bridal escorts throughout the day as well (which I didn't know I would have!) and I don't know how I would have gotten through without them. We've seen this venue in the snow/a hurricane/sun, and it is gorgeous no matter what. ..and have you seen that bridal suite?! You can't go wrong booking this venue!! Thank you, Danielle!! :)
Reviewed on 09-12-2015
Niki Zanzuccki (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 07-11-2015
My husband and I had our wedding at Mallard Island Yacht Club on November 7th. From the first planning meeting to the day after the wedding, we were extremely pleased with all Taste and Danielle Gallone had done to accommodate us! \r\rWe have been hearing from our wedding guests who have said that the food was incredible as well as our venue. Some have even said that it was the best wedding they have ever attended :). \r\rDanielle is extremely helpful and organized. I can't say enough about her and will miss chatting with her now that our wedding is over! I hope other couples are able to feel the level of satisfaction and happiness that Denis and I were able to working with Taste and Danielle.\r\rNiki & Denis O'Keefe
Reviewed on 20-11-2015
Wedding Date 07-11-2015
My husband and I had our wedding at Mallard Island Yacht Club on November 7th. From the first planning meeting to the day after the wedding, we were extremely pleased with all Taste and Danielle Gallone had done to accommodate us! \r\rWe have been hearing from our wedding guests who have said that the food was incredible as well as our venue. Some have even said that it was the best wedding they have ever attended :). \r\rDanielle is extremely helpful and organized. I can't say enough about her and will miss chatting with her now that our wedding is over! I hope other couples are able to feel the level of satisfaction and happiness that Denis and I were able to working with Taste and Danielle.\r\rNiki & Denis O'Keefe
Reviewed on 20-11-2015
Carly Proper (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 01-01-1970
My husband and I got married at Mallard Island Yacht Club on 9/25 and I cannot speak highly enough about this venue. From the minute we walked into the venue on our first tour there, we were blown away. The venue is exquisite. The outdoor area for the ceremony is so beautiful on the water. The entire estate is meticulously cared for. The bridal suite is actually insane- definitely the most beautiful place I could imagine for my wedding night. Additionally, the staff there is just incredible. They bend over backwards to do anything they can to ensure you have the perfect wedding. Danielle is the contact person for the venue and was my personal wedding lifesaver during the entire process. For the year we planned the wedding, she never disappointed. Any question/concern/recommendation I needed, she had an answer. She immediately responds and made our lives so much easier during all the hectic wedding planning moments. This was different than we had seen at any other venue. She is absolutely amazing! We had a bridal attendant for the day, Kelsey, who was also incredible- so sweet, attentive, and helpful. I had the most incredible wedding thanks to Mallard Island and would 100% recommend it!
Reviewed on 16-10-2015
Wedding Date 01-01-1970
My husband and I got married at Mallard Island Yacht Club on 9/25 and I cannot speak highly enough about this venue. From the minute we walked into the venue on our first tour there, we were blown away. The venue is exquisite. The outdoor area for the ceremony is so beautiful on the water. The entire estate is meticulously cared for. The bridal suite is actually insane- definitely the most beautiful place I could imagine for my wedding night. Additionally, the staff there is just incredible. They bend over backwards to do anything they can to ensure you have the perfect wedding. Danielle is the contact person for the venue and was my personal wedding lifesaver during the entire process. For the year we planned the wedding, she never disappointed. Any question/concern/recommendation I needed, she had an answer. She immediately responds and made our lives so much easier during all the hectic wedding planning moments. This was different than we had seen at any other venue. She is absolutely amazing! We had a bridal attendant for the day, Kelsey, who was also incredible- so sweet, attentive, and helpful. I had the most incredible wedding thanks to Mallard Island and would 100% recommend it!
Reviewed on 16-10-2015
Lisa Germani (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 24-07-2015
Weddings of Distinction is a top notch business. There wasn't a single request that wasn't met. The staff was extremely professional while being personable at the same time. The Mallard is gorgeous and everything went smoothly. A number of my friends work in event planning in Northern Virginia and had nothing but compliments for the staff. It was so great to have a single point of contact that facilitated and coordinated everything. Danielle is awesome.
Reviewed on 23-08-2015
Wedding Date 24-07-2015
Weddings of Distinction is a top notch business. There wasn't a single request that wasn't met. The staff was extremely professional while being personable at the same time. The Mallard is gorgeous and everything went smoothly. A number of my friends work in event planning in Northern Virginia and had nothing but compliments for the staff. It was so great to have a single point of contact that facilitated and coordinated everything. Danielle is awesome.
Reviewed on 23-08-2015
Gary Iannece (groom) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 12-06-2015
We recently held our ceremony, reception and after party at Mallard Yacht Club on 6/12/15. There is not much else I can say about Mallard other than it is an absolutely perfect venue for a wedding. There was not a single detail which was not accounted for by the venue staff, and this made our big day so much easier to enjoy. Danielle Gallone, the manager of the estate, was extremely on point throughout the entire planning process and for our rehearsal, ceremony, etc. The entire place is beautiful and well kept. The guest rooms are incredible and the bridal suite will take your breath away. We were honestly sad to leave on Saturday morning. We highly recommend Mallard to anyone looking for a lavish wedding in a beach town location.
Reviewed on 20-06-2015
Wedding Date 12-06-2015
We recently held our ceremony, reception and after party at Mallard Yacht Club on 6/12/15. There is not much else I can say about Mallard other than it is an absolutely perfect venue for a wedding. There was not a single detail which was not accounted for by the venue staff, and this made our big day so much easier to enjoy. Danielle Gallone, the manager of the estate, was extremely on point throughout the entire planning process and for our rehearsal, ceremony, etc. The entire place is beautiful and well kept. The guest rooms are incredible and the bridal suite will take your breath away. We were honestly sad to leave on Saturday morning. We highly recommend Mallard to anyone looking for a lavish wedding in a beach town location.
Reviewed on 20-06-2015
Michelle Tilton (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 02-11-2013
We had a wonderful wedding at the Mallard! The staff is second to none! A big thank you to Erin and Danielle and Jackie!!! You all are the best!! Our day was perfect because of you! The food, Taste Catering was fabulous! All of our guests came away saying how beautiful our wedding was. You will not be disappointed with this group of professionals!! Top Notch!! Thank you again for making our day perfect!!!!!! xoxoxo
Reviewed on 21-11-2013
Wedding Date 02-11-2013
We had a wonderful wedding at the Mallard! The staff is second to none! A big thank you to Erin and Danielle and Jackie!!! You all are the best!! Our day was perfect because of you! The food, Taste Catering was fabulous! All of our guests came away saying how beautiful our wedding was. You will not be disappointed with this group of professionals!! Top Notch!! Thank you again for making our day perfect!!!!!! xoxoxo
Reviewed on 21-11-2013
Shannon Hopkins (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 14-09-2013
It was a dream to have my wedding at such an amazing location. From day one Erin was there to answer all my questions and insure our day was perfect. The day of the service was unsurpassed. I could not have asked for more!
Reviewed on 27-10-2013
Wedding Date 14-09-2013
It was a dream to have my wedding at such an amazing location. From day one Erin was there to answer all my questions and insure our day was perfect. The day of the service was unsurpassed. I could not have asked for more!
Reviewed on 27-10-2013
Amber Traupman (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 05-05-2012
Mallard Island was beautiful in every way! The site was amazing, the staff were so professional and our guests had such a wonderful time. The price is worth every bit on the most importatant day of your life. I would not have changed a thing and continue to remember all of the special things that Mallard had to offer us on our Wedding Day!
Reviewed on 12-06-2012
Wedding Date 05-05-2012
Mallard Island was beautiful in every way! The site was amazing, the staff were so professional and our guests had such a wonderful time. The price is worth every bit on the most importatant day of your life. I would not have changed a thing and continue to remember all of the special things that Mallard had to offer us on our Wedding Day!
Reviewed on 12-06-2012
Olivia Coppola (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 15-10-2011
I got married on the most beautiful day in October at Mallard Island Yacht Club. Everything was phenomenal! The food, the venue and the staff made everything perfect. Nothing but wonderful things to say about this venue!
Reviewed on 12-01-2012
Wedding Date 15-10-2011
I got married on the most beautiful day in October at Mallard Island Yacht Club. Everything was phenomenal! The food, the venue and the staff made everything perfect. Nothing but wonderful things to say about this venue!
Reviewed on 12-01-2012
Sara O'Connor (bride) 4 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 22-10-2011
Mallard Island Yacht Club is an amazing location for anyone who wants to get married on the water. Set on Barnegat Bay in Long Beach Island it has everything you could ask for. The chapel where the ceremony takes place is very romantic. We loved that you could rent the whole site so that our family members could all stay over on the wedding night. The bridal suite is unlike anything you have ever seen!!
Reviewed on 06-01-2012
Wedding Date 22-10-2011
Mallard Island Yacht Club is an amazing location for anyone who wants to get married on the water. Set on Barnegat Bay in Long Beach Island it has everything you could ask for. The chapel where the ceremony takes place is very romantic. We loved that you could rent the whole site so that our family members could all stay over on the wedding night. The bridal suite is unlike anything you have ever seen!!
Reviewed on 06-01-2012
cameron haggerty (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 08-10-2011
the venue is stunning. the grounds and each room are all beautiful and kept in pristine condition.
Reviewed on 23-10-2011
Wedding Date 08-10-2011
the venue is stunning. the grounds and each room are all beautiful and kept in pristine condition.
Reviewed on 23-10-2011
Meghan Smith (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 04-06-2011
Mallard Island Yacht Club is a dream come true! It is the most breath taking venue, and was exactly what we wanted. On the water, without having to worry about sand, and they are prepared for any kind of weather! The most perfect place to have the most special wedding!
Reviewed on 30-06-2011
Wedding Date 04-06-2011
Mallard Island Yacht Club is a dream come true! It is the most breath taking venue, and was exactly what we wanted. On the water, without having to worry about sand, and they are prepared for any kind of weather! The most perfect place to have the most special wedding!
Reviewed on 30-06-2011
Alexis Maisenbacher (bride) 5 out of 5 Rating
Wedding Date 18-09-2010
What a wonderful place! The loscation is perfect, on Barnegat Bay and the grounds are beautiful. You have the whole place to yourself and there are some guest rooms there as well as an amazing bridal suite. You have to see it to believe it.
Reviewed on 14-10-2010
80 Reviews, with a Rating of 4.99 out of 5.0Wedding Date 18-09-2010
What a wonderful place! The loscation is perfect, on Barnegat Bay and the grounds are beautiful. You have the whole place to yourself and there are some guest rooms there as well as an amazing bridal suite. You have to see it to believe it.
Reviewed on 14-10-2010
Contact Info for Merri-Makers at Mallard Island Yacht Club
| Contact | Value |
|---|---|
| https://www.facebook.com/merrimakerscatering | |
| X (Twitter) | merrimakers |
| Merri-Makers at Mallard Island Yacht Club | |
| merrimakerscaterers | |
| Website | www.merrimakers.com |
| Phone | (732) 225-0009 |
| Address | 1450 NJ-72, Manahawkin, NJ, 08050 |
| cindyb@merrimakers.com |
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