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Southern Oaks
Southern Oaks
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39 years in business

We speak English

Small team (2-10 members)

Southern Oaks is a stunning mansion wedding venue located in New Orleans, Louisiana, nine miles northeast of the French Quarter. It's just 19 miles from Louis Armstrong New Orleans International Airport, and close to numerous attractions such as museums, aquariums, and parks. Hosting weddings since 1987, owners Bobby and Sue Asaro pride themselves on the impeccable customer service that has made their venue a success.

Facilities and Capacity
Southern Oaks can host up to 400 guests for ceremonies and receptions, providing exclusive access to the entire estate. Couples can hold their ceremonies on the front lawn under beautiful live oaks covered with Spanish moss. Receptions can be held in the bright and airy ballroom, which features light wood floors and crystal chandeliers. There is also a private bar that the wedding party can use.

Services Offered
The professional event coordinator works closely with couples to ensure that the event is personalized to their liking and that no small detail is overlooked. The venue can provide Chiavari chairs, tables, linens, china, and glassware, as well as décor items such as candlelit centerpieces. They can also help with entertainment, offering a sound system and a DJ along with a wireless microphone for officiants. The reception package can include an open bar with house beer, liquor, wine, and signature drinks. Southern Oaks can even provide special enhancements such as a fireworks display, a horse-drawn carriage, or a New Orleans jazz band. Whatever your vision, the team at Southern Oaks will do their best to make it a reality.

Cuisine
Couples can choose from over 80 options for delicious hors d'oeuvres and entrees, carefully prepared by the talented culinary team and served throughout the reception. Featuring a mix of New Orleans classics and many other cuisine styles, as well as vegetarian options, the exceptional food at Southern Oaks is sure to wow your guests. A wide array of desserts can also be provided.

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FAQ

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

Yes

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

$20,500

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

$20,500

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?

$2,500

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

$2,500

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

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Parking
Set Up
Tables

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

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

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

Bartender(s)
House Liquor
House Wine
Open Bar
Signature Drink

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

100

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Banquet Hall
Garden
Mansion

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Liability Insurance
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Server(s)

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Liquor License
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Centerpieces
Chairs
Dance Floor
Decor
Furniture
Lighting
Photo booth
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

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Reviews of Southern Oaks

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Southern Oaks is praised by multiple reviewers for exceeding expectations and creating dream weddings. The venue's flawless execution, exceptional communication, and beautiful property impressed guests, with many mentioning it as the most beautiful wedding they had attended. The attentive and professional staff, including the wedding coordinator Lauren, received high praise. Reviewers highlighted the venue's fairytale-like atmosphere, delicious food, and the personalized touches that made their special day unforgettable.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Southern Oaks is praised by multiple reviewers for exceeding expectations and creating dream weddings. The venue's flawless execution, exceptional communication, and beautiful property impressed guests, with many mentioning it as the most beautiful wedding they had attended. The attentive and professional staff, including the wedding coordinator Lauren, received high praise. Reviewers highlighted the venue's fairytale-like atmosphere, delicious food, and the personalized touches that made their special day unforgettable.

Weddingwire
4.9/5 125 reviews
Google
4.8/5 393 reviews
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Shelby Sent on 01/20/2026
5 out of 5 rating

My dream wedding

Wow. Southern Oaks completely exceeded anything I had in mind for my wedding. Everything from planning my wedding to execution on the day of was flawless. The communication with them was so easy, they answered every call, question, and email promptly. I was planning this wedding from Texas and they made it as seamless as possible. Many of my guests were from out of town and they were In awe of the property and food. Many of my guests say it was the most beautiful wedding they have been to and the food was exceptional. I wish I could re live my day. I am forever grateful to southern oaks for giving me my dream wedding.
Carina
Carina Sent on 12/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Best wedding venue ever 🩷

I had the pleasure of having my wedding at Southern Oaks in New Orleans, Louisiana. I am born and raised California girl who married a New Orleans southern gentleman. My husband was very adamant that we have our wedding in New Orleans and he knew the exact venue. He bragged about Southern Oaks and wanted me to have the most beautiful wedding experience. Being from California, I wasn’t sure what to expect But from day, one, the hospitality and communication with everyone at Southern Oaks was just absolutely amazing. We were fortunate enough to work with a lot of beautiful people, including Lauren our wedding coordinator. Not only does she listen to me, but she was very attentive one on one, even though I lived in California she made sure everything was perfectly arranged. When we arrived a few days before our wedding, she went over every little detail with us. I was able to drop off all the little special things that we’re gonna be details to make it that much more special. They absolutely did not disappoint. I have never attended a wedding like mine. All my friends from California were absolutely floored on how beautiful and how much fun the wedding was. The food, the drinks the people catering to everyone the entire experience was absolutely, priceless. There is nothing I can say but it was absolutely perfect. Bobby the owner was an angel. He brought an extra flare and sparkle to my wedding as a gift. If I were to do it all over again I would pick Southern Oaks 1000 times over. Gosh I would love to crush a wedding next time I go just so I can experience being a guest there lol it was such a great phenomenal day for us and we are so grateful to Southern oaks and other staff and owner. I would recommend this venue 1000 times over and I would like to say thank you again to everyone who tended to us on April 20, 2024 you gave us the best possible and we are extremely grateful 🥰🩷
Lexie
Lexie Sent on 01/05/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Magical night

There are venues that you can have a wedding at... and then there are venues that are made for having weddings. Southern Oaks is one of these places!!! Every dream I ever had of having a fairytale wedding came true with booking this venue. People kept asking me if I was nervous before our ceremony, and the answer was always "No" because I had nothing to worry about with the fantastically organized and brilliant team that took care of us from the moment we stepped out of our shuttle to stepping into our car after our grand exit. All of the little details that creep up on you getting closer to the big day at other venues- like when should such-and-such happen, who's going to tell such-and-such to do this and this exact moment, etc. all dissolved from my mind with Southern Oaks because they don't have just 1 person there to help you, but an entire team to make sure your night is everything you dreamed of! I would book this gorgeous venue 1000x over, pictures just do not capture the fairytale you step into on the most magical day of your life! Ps. Lauren is absolutely wonderful!
Deana
Deana Sent on 01/03/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Perfection!

Words cannot describe how Southern Oaks made my daughter's dream of a fairytale wedding come true! They handled every single detail and made sure that my daughter and I could relax and enjoy the evening. The staff was very professional and the venue was absolutely gorgeous! It was truly a magical evening that we will never forget!
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Christina Sent on 11/06/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Dream venue

I don't know how to find the right words to adequately explain how magical your wedding will be with Southern Oaks. From your very first visit through your special night, they make everything feel like a dream. The food, the enhancements, the special touches they went the extra mile on...It was overwhelming. When our night was finally coming to a close, we were sad to leave because we knew we were going to miss the team. Everyone at our wedding raved about the food and the venue and how it was the best wedding they had ever been to. Thank you so much Mr. Bobby, Lauren Burgess and the entire family at Southern Oaks!!
Fabi
Fabi Sent on 05/23/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Our Happily Ever After

My fiancé and I booked southern oaks after only reading reviews and looking at photos because we are from Chicago we were a little nervous to book without seeing it in person . Everyone thought I was crazy but I knew this place was perfect and I was right all of my dreams came true with southern oaks from my ceremony to the final exit the food AMAZING
The staff AMAZING the atmosphere AMAZING the band AMAZING the owner surprised us with fireworks at the end of our second line all my friends and family couldn’t get over how beautiful everything was everyone said it was like a fairytale and it truly was I felt like the luckiest girl in the world to have my wedding at southern oaks I wish I could relive it all over again . what a dream come true look no farther if you’re thinking of booking just do it you won’t regret it they were so easy to work with as an out of state bride I was very needy and they were always one phone call or email away willing to answer any questions I had even the day of the staff was right by my side willing to help with whatever we needed Emma , Lauren, Tyler, Dylan thank you guys from the bottom of our hearts you made our day so special we will never forget it or you guys such amazingly sweet individuals we really enjoyed our day we can’t thank southern oaks enough for their amazing service and their southern hospitality ❤️
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David Sent on 06/17/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Our wedding was like if it was in Heaven

The owner and the staff at Southern Oaks rolled out the red carpet for us from the moment we arrive to the moment we left; there was nothing more anyone could do as it was perfect in every way-it was more than a fairy tale wedding if was as if it was in Heaven as it was magical and perfect in every way as the father of the bride it exceeded every expectation and my daughter was the happiest young lady on the planet, and I was the happiest father on the planet. Every guest had an incredible experience and several commented on how excellent the staff was. The setting is like out of Disneyland, but better. The landscaping was unbelievable with perfectly manicured lawns, shrubs, thousands of lights, dozens of places to take breath-taking pictures.If you want to treat your daughter/son-in-law to the most amazing, magical, unforgettable wedding experience you need to have it at Southern Oaks, there's no better place to get married on the planet.
Monica
Monica Sent on 06/03/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding 5/20/22 AMAZING

Southern Oaks made our day absolutely perfect. The first day we got to the venue for our tour before we booked we fell in love with Southern Oaks. Lauren was our wedding coordinator and she was so prompt and helpful with every email and phone call I had throughout the year of planning. All of our guests can not stop talking about how beautiful everything was and they loved the food! Mr. Bobby and the team had some surprises for us after the ceremony that were amazing! I can not thank them enough for making our day the best day ever!!!!!!!!
J
Jacqui Sent on 04/04/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Our fairytale wedding!

I can not even begin to describe how amazing Southern Oaks is. We are from the DC area and wanted to do a destination wedding. We fell in love with Southern Oaks when we went to visit. Everyone was kind, the venue was beautiful and so many things were included so we decided this was our place. Wedding day comes and it was the most perfect day I could have ever asked for. Far exceeding our expectations. The food was AMAZING, the staff was attentive and kind. Some staff even joined us on the dance floor as they would clean a table and we just loved it. They handled everything from set up to clean up. We went with the horse and carriage and jazz band and these additions just took our wedding to another level! Fairytale wedding with a New Orleans flare. Multiple guests commented on the delicious food and said it was one of the best weddings they had ever been too and a lot of that is bc this venue was so amazing! They really brought our vision to light! I HIGHLY recommend!
Dr. Dwayne Bryant
Dr. D. Sent on 11/09/2021
5 out of 5 rating

Beyond Amazing!!

We loved every single minute of our experience. Stacey was nothing short of amazing. She guided us and surprised us!! Everything was perfect! All the guest said this was the best wedding they’ve ever attended. We truly appreciate everything and everyone involved. With love the Bryant’s!
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Southern Oaks is a spectacular location for weddings & events, with a stellar staff that is second to none in the area. They ensure maximum enjoyment for the bride & groom and their family/friends by attending to everyone's needs in a friendly and efficient manner. The setting is a gorgeous location that is well suited for any style of event, from elegant formal to casual affairs.

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I have conducted several weddings at Southern Oaks Plantation, and I'm always impressed with the cleanliness, the property maintenance, the friendly staff, but above all, the attention to detail. No variable is left to chance, and these pros know how to do a wedding! I've never seen better.

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Southern Oaks frequently asked questions

Southern Oaks includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Parking
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Southern Oaks includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Southern Oaks includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
  • Signature Drink
The space offered by Southern Oaks for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Banquet Hall
  • Garden
  • Mansion
Southern Oaks offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Southern Oaks offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
Southern Oaks offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Liability Insurance
  • Wifi
Southern Oaks offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Centerpieces
  • Chairs
  • Dance Floor
  • Decor
  • Furniture
  • Lighting
  • Photo booth
  • Tables
Southern Oaks is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in average response time, 5 in professionalism, 5 in value and 4.8 in flexibility.
Southern Oaks currently offers 1 discount promotion for wedding services.
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