Bello Giorno Estate Reviews

We had our wedding here on the 20th Sep 2024. And it was magical, we were blessed with beautiful weather so we were able to have our dream wedding outside in the gazebo. The grounds are beautiful very picturesque the river running around the property is so tranquil so we got some beautiful pictures. Monica and her team went above and beyond for us, Stephanie was at hand for any query we had everything ran smoothly and stress free, the food was abundant and absolutely delicious and fantastic value, all our guests were very complimentary about everything on the day, we loved everything about the day and everything and can't recommend the Bello giorno enough..

WHOAHHH!!!! I had to take a moment to do a review of Bello Giorno Estate. My fiancé and I are extremely impressed by this place. I feel absolutely grateful and blessed to have found them! We researched several venues to ensure that my future husband and I were getting the perfect fit for our wedding within a decent budget, and we had trouble finding the right location in New York and New Jersey. We made countless phone calls and trips to talk to the owners of different estates and hosts and to see how the venues were inside. Some of the places we checked were money-hungry. However, finding Bello Giorno Estate was our biggest blessing in terms of venues. No other place compared to the quality, attention, and kindness we received over the phone from both Monica and Stephanie. They were beautiful, kind, very sweet, resourceful, and accommodating in facilitating our nontraditional wedding on our budget, while keeping their quality of service, nature, and elegance at their core.

Entering the premises, we were both a bit nervous. The first thing we read was a sign that said, “enter as strangers, leave as family.” We thought it was a very nice quote, but never would have imagined that Monica and Stephanie would embody this very quote to the fullest!

We drove over an hour, stayed for a tour of this spacious, elegant premises, and then had a meeting for about an hour with both of them. They took their time to learn our vision and learn from us, as we learned from them. This tour and meeting changed our entire demeanor about our wedding. The feelings of anxiety that we had when planning our wedding within a 4-month time span turned to peace and excitement. We felt so at home, and we were extremely confident that they had and have our backs and want to bring our vision to life. This is the kind of customer service that would prompt anybody to want to leave a heartfelt review. This kind of service stands out tremendously because it is so welcoming that you feel such a load of gratitude.

Monica and Stephanie run a family-owned business with all the accommodations that you can imagine. The bride and groom get their own beautiful and comfortable suite, which they are able to use for a sufficient amount of time prior to the ceremony and during if needed. There are multiple options to host your ceremony in (2 outdoors options, indoors, and outdoor with accommodation spaces). The food tasting was absolutely incredible and made me very happy to know that I've got new Italian family members! The dedication to detail that both Monica and Stephanie provide has been phenomenal, and we highly recommend this venue for weddings or any celebration.

The space is stunning! With a river stream that runs behind the property, my fiancé and I are excited to take pictures during our wedding and capture the beauty. Overall, Bello Giorno Estate is a truly unique space of beauty, peace, and luxury wrapped in a giant gift of kindness. This process has been unforgettable, and I'm confident that on our wedding day, it will truly be a ‘beautiful day’ and wonderful memory. Thanks again, Monica and Stephanie.

I was fortunate to be involved in my nephew’s wedding/reception at Bello Giorno! Immediately, I could tell that the owners knew exactly what they were doing. They were professional and flexible and offered guidance/suggestions in a kind and gentle manner. The suggestions they made were spot on! The entire staff (during the reception ) were punctual, professional and interacted nicely w/guests. Also, several of the guests had dietary issues which were accommodated ( and delicious!)! I highly recommend BELLO GIORNO to you! Superb and lovely event!❤️

The beautiful grounds of Bello Giorno helps you escape into your own world. The gardens and scenery reminds you of a fairytale. The beautiful venue space is so special and welcoming. It's been a pleasure working with everyone and being able to have the most magical day to look forward to.

Absolutely stunning venue! Monica and her staff are the nicest people you'll ever meet, the planning process has been so easy and stress free, I wouldn't choose another venue to have my wedding at, also the food is absolutely AMAZING.

Go here for a personal, intimate touch. Right from the start, Monica Schiano, Bello Giorno's Wedding Coordinator made it personal, she truly wanted our life's best day to be perfect for us. Her heart is sincere and it shows! Stephanie, Bello Giorno's top bridal assistant, was the shining star of the event. Stephanie walked us through the rehearsal, kept her phone on 24/7, and went THE EXTRA MILE for us! Both of these amazing ladies did WHATEVER they could to make it special and perfect for us, and they did it from the heart, never nickel and diming us. I feel that this is the best wedding venue in NJ. The venue is a perfect setting with a small, gurgling river bordering the property. The food is spectacular. Many of our guests said that this was the best wedding they've ever been to!

Bello Giorno did a phenomenal job of hosting our wedding reception in October. It felt as though they took care of everything, letting us enjoy the day stress-free. The very reasonably priced package included the cake and catering and the food was amazing! Also the venue has a very welcoming family feel, as personal as it is elegant, and the staff are exceptionally kind and friendly, from the manager to the bridal assistant to the bartender and butlers – they made us feel like we were among family.
Throughout the planning process, Monica and Stephanie were just a phone call or text away, highly responsive to our questions and with an exceptional attention to detail. The service we got from Bello Giorno leading up to the day, as well as on the day itself, was remarkable. We were able to personalize the wedding to our heart’s desire, with Stephanie and Monica supporting us every step of the way toward realizing that vision.
We had our ceremony at our church and came to Bello Giorno later in the day for the reception. Upon our arrival to the venue, being able to retreat by ourselves into the beautiful cottage behind the venue and have some cocktails and appetizers in private helped us to ground ourselves and take everything in. Staff were delicately attentive to us, making sure we had enough food and drink while also allowing for our space.
The grounds are gorgeous. Some guests were seen stepping outside during the reception and just admiring the water running by in the river, or holding low-key conversation, remarking on how pleasant the outdoors was.
The inside of the venue was just the perfect size for our wedding, large enough to give everyone their space while also small enough to allow everyone to be near enough to one another and mingle. Things came together more nicely than we could have imagined.
Ultimately, we can say with confidence that Bello Giorno helped make our day as happy as possible. And our guests concurred – they reported the event was charming and the food was delicious, and at least one guest made a point of urging us to write a positive review if we did not already plan to do so ourselves (though we did plan to!). Every guest seemed to be made to feel as honored, welcomed and taken care of as we the bride and groom felt, which was very important to us. We’ve heard nothing but positive feedback from our guests about the venue and their staff. They even went above and beyond to prepare special meals for some of our vegetarian and vegan guests!
We highly recommend Bello Giorno, especially if low-stress wedding planning and a warm, intimate family feel complemented by phenomenal Italian food are desired on your special day. If we were to do the day over, we would have it be just the same, and we would trust Bello Giorno to make it as perfect as they did the first time.
Thanks Bello Giorno for helping make our day unforgettable!

Shannon and Tim

Ladies! If you are looking for the GREATEST PLACE for your next affair LOOK NO FURTHER! There are no words to describe the BELLO GIORNO EXPERIENCE! The ESTATE is simply breathtaking. The rolling river the beautiful setting the ROMANCE just oozes from the place! Each and every part was an experience in its self! The food the atmosphere the staff TRULY EXCEPTIONAL!! NO REQUEST OR DESIRE CAN NOT BE DONE! I have been to many places in my lifetime BUT BELLO GIORINO was THE BEST! Our wedding was one of the MOST ROMANTIC EVER and people are still talking about it weeks later! Monica and her staff could not have been more accommodating to us and our guests. There is NOTHING I can find through this experience that was not WONDERFUL! From the value the food the atmosphere to the treatment of the entire staff BELLO GIORINO ranks NUMBER ONE! Do yourselves a favor! LOOK NO FURTHER! If you want A PARTY TO REMEMBER FOR A LIFETIME BELLO GIORINO SHOULD BE YOUR CHOICE!

From start to finish the staff at Bello Giorno was professional, helpful, caring, and easy to work with. The Wedding venue was beautifully decorated inside and out.
We were delighted with the menu selections and our guests raved about the entire meal. We would highly recommend Bello Giorno to any couple looking for the complete package in a Wedding venue. Kudos to Stephanie and Monica for helping to make our Wedding the most memorable and beautiful day of our lives.
Best Regards, Harry and Patti Santa

From the moment my Fiance and I stepped into the Estate we knew that this would be where we'd tie the knot! After having a tour with Stephanie, and meeting with Monica, we fell even more in love. They are so extremely pleasant, kind, and patient and the Estate is breathtaking!

I cannot begin to put to words how happy I am that my fiancé and I found this venue. The scenery is absolutely stunning! We immediately fell in love with the view of the river and the garden. Monica, Stephanie and the rest of the staff at Bello Giorno are wonderful people! They are so helpful and make it their mission to help your wedding day go as smoothly as possible. The food is also super delicious! They offer a variety of options that will cater to everyones preferences. I cannot wait for our wedding this upcoming September! If you are looking for a beautiful wedding venue to host your microwedding, definitely go to Bello Giorno! You will not regret it!!

Bello Giorno is a beautiful venue to have your wedding ceremony and reception at. Due to COVID-19 restrictions, we had our wedding and reception outside with the reception under an open-sided tent. It was amazing, and we would not have had it any other way! The scenery of the Pequest River, the lush garden atmosphere, the wedding cottage for the bridal party to use and freshen up in during the wedding, the amazing patio, the beautiful arch by the Wedding tree, and the gazebo are just the beautiful beginning of what Bello Giorno has to offer. The service you get is the best. Monica Schiano, Stephanie, and her wonderful staff go above and beyond to make a perfect day for you! Monica was so supportive and comforting when needed during the entire process, and always made time for us. Stephanie was very attentive, calming and made sure all was going smoothly during the wedding day. The food was plentiful and delicious! If you want an elegant wedding in a natural, garden setting or whatever your heart desires, Bello Giorno is the place for you and Monica can make it happen! Bello Giorno implemented all CDC guidelines.

This place was the best decision we made for our wedding venue. Getting married through the 2020 pandemic wasn't easy, but with Monica and her staff all were made possible. From beginning to end she made us at ease and our ceremony/reception was spectacular. She up above and beyond our expectations. From the food selections, ease of cake selections (which was included) and suggestions of DJ,officiant and photographers was such an calm process that there is no Bridezilla at this place. Our dream wedding came true with Monica and all her staff's help.Highly recommend Bello Giorno Estates.

Bello Giorno Estate saved our daughter’s wedding! After her Pennsylvania venue had to cancel due to updated COVID-19 indoor gathering restrictions, we stumbled upon Bello Giorno Estate and they came through for us, in a BIG way, with less than 2 weeks until the wedding! They were fully prepared for an outdoor wedding under COVID-19 restrictions, they handled EVERY detail with care and compassion, and the beautifully landscaped outdoor event with patio, arbor, gazebo, and tent-covered dining alongside the river turned out absolutely BEAUTIFULLY!!! We recommend it highly – as a first choice, not just a Plan B!!!

i had my daughter's baby shower at bello giorno estate. The staff was a tremendous help to me with setting up. The staff set up my dessert table so it made a beautiful presentation. Monica hung my clothesline and hung the onsies and outfits on it. This was a wonderful help to me timewise. During the shower they went to the tables and asked my guests if the wanted drinks or refills. They were helpful in many ways and even some guests commented on how wonderful they were. overall, they made ME look good. No other venue that I've used did what these girls did.

I cannot begin to tell you how wonderful Monica and Stephanie are to work with, you just have to experience them yourself! After cancelling our wedding with a different venue because we were so displeased, I miraculously found Bello Giorno and we are so relieved and delighted to be getting married there. Our original date was 6/20/2020, but we decided to postpone it until 9/12/2020 due to the pandemic. Monica could not have been more accommodating when I called her with my concerns! It was a seamless transition thanks to her kindness and flexibility and we are so very grateful! Not only is this venue absolutely beautiful, the food is fantastic! But the best part about having your wedding at Bello Giorno is that the minute you begin talking to Monica and Stephanie they just have a way of putting you completely at ease, with everything. When you ask questions they respond with patience and kindness, and when you have special requests they say “Sure! We can do that! No problem!” I just love talking to them because they truly make me feel like it’s going to be my day to have exactly what I want and that they will provide it! They are so professional about everything as well. I strongly suggest that you take a look at their preferred vendors as well. I did and I couldn’t be happier! Everyone affiliated with Bello Giorno is of the same thread...they also made me feel at ease and confident that I will get exactly what I want on our special day. I trust Bello Giorno explicitly. I am completely at ease and stress-free knowing that I have Monica and Stephanie to help guide me. I AM SO LUCKY TO HAVE FOUND YOU BELLO GIORNO! I simply cannot wait for our big day! Much love to you Monica and Stephanie!

I could not have asked for a better wedding venue! We had to postpone our wedding, not once, but TWICE, due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Monica was so accommodating and understanding and Stephanie has helped answer the many questions I have thrown her way. They made every effort to make this difficult time as stress-free as possible. You can tell this company is a family business that truly cares about their community and clients. Additionally, I have attended an event at Bello Giorno and the food and service was outstanding! Pre-pandemic, we had our tasting and the food was just as delicious as I remembered! I cannot wait to have one of the most memorable days of my life at this venue!

The place it’self is absolutely gorgeous. But having to work with Monica was a nightmare. She was one of the rudest people I have ever met. The bridal assistant though Stephanie was very polite though. A lot of the stuff they advertise with their wedding package is misleading. Like for example they list a three tier custom cake. But then when we went to the bakery we ended having to pay an additional $800 dollars for our wedding cake because we didn’t pick from the package. I asked Monica if decorations were included. She said yes. Then the bakery turns around and tells me no. I got fondant snow flakes and sugar crystals that’s it. That’s what I paid $800 for. And Monica wouldn’t talk to the bakery at all, even though it’s the one bello giorno recommended to me. The bridal cottage was also listed as part of the packages but you can’t use it in the morning if you are not actually getting married there. Then you have to pay per hour.

The staff at Bella Giorno were exceptional for my daughter’s wedding. At first meeting they make you feel like family. The venue is beautiful, the food is exceptional and the staff is wonderful. They could not do enough for us. I highly recommend Bello Giorno.

I recently got married and had my reception at Bello Giorno Estate. Everything was beautiful!! Monica and Stephanie are very easy to work with and very accommodating. The place is absolutely beautiful and the pictures we got by the river in the back are amazing. My day wouldn't have gone so smoothly with out the help of Monica, Stephanie and the rest of the staff. My priest walked in late because he was preaching a mass after our wedding and the ladies quickly heated up food just so he could have something to eat. You won't get that hospitality at any other venue. My only wish is that I wish I had more time to enjoy the place, utilize the cottage and enjoy the food. I can't thank you and the staff enough for the everything you did to make our day so special. thanks again!!!

I cant say enough wonderful things about Bello Giorno. First of all the food is amazing and their location is beautiful. From the first time we met with Monica and Stepahine we felt like we could trust them to help us plan out our big day. They went above and beyond to help us plan all the little details. They made our wedding day more beautiful than we could have imagined. Thank you Bello Giorno!

Everything about my wedding day at Bello Giorno was perfect. Stephanie, Monica and the entire staff made sure the day was as amazing for me as possible. The venue itself is breath taking with its location right on the river. Their internal decorations were an amazing added touch and I highly recommend the decor enhancement package because the way they add all the extra details is so beautiful. The bridal cottage is amazing to have for the bridal party and allows for a nice moment for the bride and groom to get away before the reception kicks off! The way they interact with all their bride’s vendors is truly wonderful, communication is great and they know what’s going on at all times. It never takes more than a quick glance around to find a helpful staff for anything you need the entire night. Stephanie and Monica gave me my dream wedding and i couldn’t recommend this place and this family enough. Also as a bride with food allergies, I knew I would be in good hands. I worked with them for almost two years to plan my wedding, emails back and forth and a few visits. As an out of state bride, they were overly accommodating and were willing to meet with me anytime I was in town. I cannot thank them enough!!!

I am not the girly girl type. Bottom line, Monica and Stephanie made my day so seamlessly incredible. I never imagined being married so young. It all comes with so much stress and the finances weren't something my husband and I were ready for. However, if you are like me and want your day to go perfectly, trust Bello Giorno to get the job done right for you! You will feel like the queen you are on your day!!! They were so efficient and professional with their service. I set the bar high since I've done several banquettes on my own for fine dining with a 75 to 150 person guest list. This is the staff you want. Anything you need they are there for you. Thank you Bello Giorno and a gracious thank you to Monica and Stephanie!!! We got our happily ever after

This was the 4th event I have booked with Bello Giorno over a span of 12 years and they continue to exceed my expectations every time! Amazing service. Fantastic food. Gorgeous grounds and venue

Monica and the whole staff were the best. If I needed anything through the whole process they were quick to respond to make my big day the best day ever. Everything I wanted from the food down to the table setting she helped suggest things I didnt even know would work well together. I definitely would recommend bello giorno to anyone. Thank you Monica:)