When planning our wedding we decided that we wanted to have our reception on a boat in New York Harbor. We can’t express how lucky we were to find David Hackert and the Lexington. From the exploratory efforts of finding a boat through the planning and flawless execution of the event, David and the crew of the Lexington were pro-active, helpful, friendly, and professional.
David offered guidance in presentation and menu while remaining flexible enough to deliver on our specific needs or desires. He was readily available through the planning process and was hands on during the event, making sure everything went smoothly. His prodigious skill at running the show is demonstrated best by the fact that he was always available, made sure that everything ran smoothly, but was never intrusive on the event itself.
The menu is extensive in its options and all the food was delicious. This is not “boat” food. It is high quality dining on a boat. The layout of the boat was wonderful offering a perfect mix of outdoor and indoor space even in the chillier month of November. The “Bridal Suite” offered not only a respite for the bride but served as a wonderful, comfortable, safe place for the youngest members of our party to be entertained when necessary. The boat itself is stable and strikes a perfect balance of being on the water in a boat while not being unstable or uncomfortable for landlubbers. The Skyports Marina was easily accessible with available parking and a short, stable walkway to get on to the boat.
Manhattan and the Statue of Liberty were gorgeous from the water as we watched the sun set and the moon rise. We were so close to the Statue of Liberty we felt we could almost touch her. We cannot say enough how Dave’s professionalism and the friendly and capable service of their crew made our night even better!

David and the crew of the Lexington put on a party like no other! Our wedding and reception were a dream come true! They worked with us to give us the individual attention and perfect day that we wanted. They accomdated a family member who had a medical condition. When my sister got blood on my dress when she pricked her finger on a pin, David magically was able to get the blood out and no one ever knew. During the reception we had to make a change to the location of a dance there was no push back, they just made it happen! My guests were blown away by the gorgeous boat, the amazing staff and the food was delicious!