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Napoleon House

Up to 300 guests
Ceremony/Reception
Outdoor/Indoor
Get Ready Rooms

Why couples loved this venue

  • Quality catering
  • Guests comfort
  • Amenities
Ani
C Kilman
MeganGeoff
Hailey
R

Recommended by 100% of couples

About this venue

Napoleon House is a historic wedding venue in New Orleans, Louisiana. Situated in the culturally charming French Quarter area, this property is renowned for its European-style architecture and sophisticated interiors. With top-quality cuisine and heartfelt hospitality added to the mix, this idyllic setting can perfectly set the stage for an unforgettable celebration

Facilities and Capacity

Rich in history and old-world charm, Napoleon House dates back to the late 1700s. This stately home remained in the Impastato family of New Orleans for over a century before it was acquired by the current owner Ralph Brennan. By hosting your wedding at this magical property, you can celebrate in style with up to 250 guests. Open cypress doors give way to patinated walls and hard pine floors, creating a welcoming ambiance for socializing and dining. Upstairs, you will find several private rooms decorated with custom chandeliers, antique mantles, and silk tapestry drapes. The Rosa and Pietro Rooms offer ample space for your reception, with two balconies bringing light and air to the interiors. From the balcony, you can enjoy a mesmerizing view of the surrounding landscape or share a private moment with your new spouse. If your event is small and intimate, you may use the outdoor courtyard to hold your wedding ceremony.

Services Offered

At Napoleon House, you can choose from a variety of wedding packages to suit your budget and guest list. The attentive staff will happily guide you towards the best option for your needs, with bar and catering services included. Chef Chris Montero can put his talents to good use, preparing delicious cuisine with bold flavors and quality ingredients. While you are dining, you can sample the venue's famed Pimm's cup cocktail and relish the refined refreshments of this fabulous establishment.

Features

Small team (2-10 members)

Experience

  • 110 years in business

  • We speak Spanish

Links

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Weddings at this venue

Megan & Geoff's wedding
Megan & Geoff
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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Bridal Suite
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$13

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Wine

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

5

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
French Service
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Furniture
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Shuttle

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

June
July
August
September

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Reviews of Napoleon House

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Napoleon House is a classic New Orleans venue celebrated for its excellent food and authentic ambiance. Reviewers praised attentive, professional staff who smoothed planning and day-of logistics, including efficient room flips and vendor suggestions. Guests raved about the cuisine, hospitality, and memorable welcome parties.

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Napoleon House is a classic New Orleans venue celebrated for its excellent food and authentic ambiance. Reviewers praised attentive, professional staff who smoothed planning and day-of logistics, including efficient room flips and vendor suggestions. Guests raved about the cuisine, hospitality, and memorable welcome parties.

Weddingwire
5.0/5 67 reviews
Google
4.6/5 7296 reviews
Ani
Ani K. Sent on 11/21/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Experience!

I cannot recommend Napoleon House highly enough as a wedding venue! I had the pleasure of celebrating my wedding there in March, and it was an unforgettable experience. Karen and Beth, the fantastic team behind the scenes, truly made our day special. Their attention to detail and commitment to ensuring everything went smoothly was unparalleled.
The food was absolutely incredible, with the prime rib being a standout dish that our guests are still raving about. The quality and flavor of the meals surpassed our expectations, and it was clear that a lot of thought and care went into the menu.
Additionally, the support from the staff throughout our wedding day was unmatched. They were attentive, friendly, and genuinely invested in making our celebration perfect. If you’re considering a wedding venue, Napoleon House is the place to be!
C Kilman
C Kilman Sent on 04/10/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Venue and Service!

We loved Napoleon House! We have been there to eat through the years so when I learned it was an available wedding/ reception venue, we jumped on the chance! All staff- from the wedding coordinator folks, to the servers, and all the behind-the-scenes people we didn't meet- were all kind , professional, and responsive. They were all so easy to work with and I feel we got a fantastic deal financially too. The prices were very reasonable for what all we received in exchange. We even left a sentimental item behind accidentally and they are going to mail it to us, no charge. Best service, great food, classic venue. Maybe we can have an anniversary party here someday! Thank y'all!
R
Rita Sent on 01/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Yes yes yes go with napoleon house

I don't even know where to begin with my feelings on Napoleon House - I LOVE IT SO MUCH! We used NH for our destination wedding (both ceremony and reception). I was brave (and maybe semi crazy) and booked the venue completely sight unseen - I was totally reliant on all the pictures and videos that I could find online and honestly it exceeded my expectations on arrival. Upon reaching out for our initial inquiry, we were immediately connected with Karen and Beth that are honestly a dream team. These ladies are top tier professionals and had the answer to every tiny question we had. I felt so confident going into the wedding because of all the honesty and open communication we had in the months leading up to our date. They were able to provide sample floor plans and provide suggestions that truly made the day just flow perfectly. Their vendor recommendations were excellent and I truly relied on these connections to assemble an incredible team of vendors to help make our day complete. We had 80 guests at our wedding, and used the Rosa and Pietro Rooms upstairs. Per NH's suggestion, we did a second line between ceremony and reception so the staff could have room/time to flip the space. I was hesitant on doing this at first, but I cannot recommend doing this enough - it made the event that was already special, one for the memory books! I honestly am just so pleased with my experience and cannot sing enough great praises about the entire team at the NH who helped make this event run so seamlessly. Everyone at NH are tried and true professionals, genuinely lovely people to work with, and dedicated to delivering excellent service. Last but no least, the FOOD & DRINKS!!!! It was all so good and months later, I am still getting random messages from guests about how the turkey at NH was the best they've ever had. Overall, if you're thinking about NH for a wedding or event, you cannot go wrong! 10/10 recommend and I am confident you will be in great hands!
MeganGeoff
Megan Sent on 11/21/2023
5 out of 5 rating

The perfect New Orleans intimate wedding

Where do I begin? Did you know that when you book a wedding venue, you also book a few friends who help guide you along the way? I didn't!

Beth and Karen at Napoleon House are AMAZING! We live in Philadelphia, so we planned everything from afar and put our trust in this dynamic duo.

We had only visited the venue once and knew it was the perfect vibe for our wedding. We had our ceremony in the courtyard, which was flipped to our reception during our second line parade. It rained, not terribly, but enough for the team to need to make some last minute adjustments to our floor plan, etc. And we trusted them every step of the way.

Our guests won't stop raving about the food, the hospitality or the overall ambiance of the venue. We knew all along we made the right choice with this venue and crew, but now that it's over and no one will stop talking about it, I'm convinced.

I feel like we can call these folks family now. Can't wait to visit again for all the delicious food we didn't get to eat because we were busy dancing!

Thank you!!!
S
Sarah Sent on 03/18/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect venue, food, bar and team! Absolute Dream Team!

Working with the team at Napoleon House was an absolute dream! Everyone was so kind, professional, accommodating and they always had a quick answer for our million questions. They made us feel so incredibly special and all of our guests feel in love with the intimate, charming venue and delicious food. I will continue to work with the Napoleon House to celebrate any future special occasions, and would highly recommend the Napoleon House to anyone!
Hailey
Hailey Sent on 02/10/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Intimate atmosphere in the heart of the French Quarter

We cannot speak highly enough of our experience working with Beth and Karen at The Napoleon House, and having our reception in a building so meaningful to us and rooted in New Orleans history was very special. For starters, Beth and Karen are incredibly organized and responsive – we talked to several location sites before deciding on the Napoleon House and that’s what stuck out to us the most. They were also very upfront about cost and staff/building capabilities, so we never felt that they were pulling one over on us or having to read through fine print to get the full picture (again, something that stuck out based on conversations we had with other locations). Their vendor list is incredible – we pretty much went with every suggestion they sent our way and we couldn’t be happier with the turnout. The atmosphere of the Napoleon House is incredibly romantic and beautiful which helped in decoration costs (i.e. minimal) as there’s really not much that needed to be added. Furthermore, the team had a large amount of items we would have had to rent otherwise (chairs, linens, tables, etc.) and were willing to get creative with our ideas to use other resources they had on hand. Absolutely cannot fail to mention how good the food is – we went with buffet station style and all of our guests visiting from out of town were amazed by the quality, it was a great showcase of New Orleans cuisine and they were also creative with putting together a selection of late night snacks for our guests. Finally, the staff was super friendly and helpful for all of our guests and went above and beyond to make sure everyone was having a great time. We felt so confident with the run of show on the day of the wedding because Beth and Karen took such care of us throughout the planning process and were patient, thorough, and kind with answering all of our questions about how to pull off a destination wedding. 10/10 customer service, hospitality, food, and ambiance – we highly recommend having your wedding here!
B
Brad Sent on 01/17/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Rehearsal Dinner

We had rehearsal dinner with a social hour in the Rosa Room and seated dinner in the Pietro Room. Everyone had a great time. There were a total of 66 people at the dinner. It was a festive atmosphere. The food and service was very good.
K
Kaelyn Sent on 01/12/2023
5 out of 5 rating

A magical night

The Napoleon House was where my husband and I fist fell in love so it made sense to bring it full circle and have our reception there. I had no idea just how amazing this idea would be. The rooms are gorgeous and require almost no additional décor, but if you do want something they allow you to pilfer their back closet of forgotten wedding décor which means I only brought some beads in to add which saved me a ton or time, money and effort...not to mention packing space since we had a destination wedding. The service was unparalleled and the food melted in your mouth (I STRONGLY suggest a carving station...or two). We were attended so well I would put my drink down to greet a guest and would have to get another because it was swept away by the time I turned around. The pours were heavy and the staff went above and beyond to accommodate any and all requests. The show stealer of the night, however, was our event coordinator Josh, who not only provided excellent service but closed the night off by joining in on our karaoke and absolutely killing it with a stunning performance of "My Way". the crowd was elated and it is still talked about as the highlight of the evening. I could not recommend the Napoleon House more.
S
Sharon Sent on 01/02/2023
5 out of 5 rating

BEST DECISION EVER!! Beautiful venue, phenomenal staff, insane location!

We booked this venue for our wedding from across the country, without ever having even *stepped FOOT* inside the place in person-- because it fit our budget, and we knew we wanted something with this vibe, and in the french quarter. Booking Napoleon House was easily the best decision ever! It was even more beautiful in person, and the space is truly picturesque. The location is absolutely perfect too because those who want the option to keep the party going after the wedding ends, will find that the venue is right in the heart of it all-- and that's another thing my husband and I wanted. The food and drinks were all prepared in-house, (which I found to be easier than venues where you need to search for additional food/beverage vendors separately), and all of it was INSANELY delicious, beyond my wildest dreams-- I am not exaggerating when I say that we received compliments on the food for LITERALLY WEEKS after the wedding was over! And, food was a big deal to us, so we were thrilled. But perhaps most importantly, the people who run this venue: Beth, Karen, and all of the staff at Napoleon House, truly did go far above and beyond to make sure our wedding was perfect. Every single person was always extremely kind, helpful, patient, and encouraging-- and they make every effort imaginable to make your vision come to life. We felt really supported by them throughout the entire planning process, and that made a huge difference to me. I think any couple probably encounters some stress along the way or some "creative problem-solving", but especially planning our wedding from across the country-- there were occasionally things that my husband and I needed a little extra guidance on, so having a venue with really helpful, kind, patient, and caring staff was of huge importance to us. I would recommend Napoleon House to anyone, for absolutely any event, anytime. The space is beautiful, the location is unbelievable, and the team there is phenomenal.
E
Evan Sent on 12/14/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wonderful experience, they were perfect.

The title says it all, but we’re still getting amazing feedback from our guests almost a month later. I had high expectations based on reviews and knowledge of the restaurant, but every aspect blew me away. Karen and Beth in sales answered every question we had, answered questions we didn’t know to ask, and helped design a menu that literally catered to everyone. The wedding day was flawless, they were flexible, and the front of house service is literally flawless. Big shoutout to Josh and India (I may have her name wrong, definitely the spelling) who are incredibly good at their jobs making sure everything was done perfectly.
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Events Director
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Napoleon House frequently asked questions

Napoleon House includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Bridal Suite
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Napoleon House includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Napoleon House includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Wine
The space offered by Napoleon House for wedding events is known for:
  • Historic Building
  • Restaurant
Napoleon House offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Napoleon House offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Napoleon House offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Get Ready Rooms
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Wifi
Napoleon House offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Furniture
  • Tables
Napoleon House is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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