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AvantGarden

AvantGarden

Houston, TX
4.9 out of 5 rating, 197 reviews
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    Down to a Science

    We had a perfect wedding here. Mariana made everything so easy to organize and prepare for. She removed so much stress from what I expected to be a more intense process. She really has it down to a science. All of our friends and family were blown away by it and still keep texting us about how great it was.
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    Our perfect wedding at AvantGarden

    Thank you to Mariana and her team for creating the perfect wedding and reception for us! Everything from the food, drinks, DJ, photographer, decor and beyond were absolutely amazing. We were pretty hands off on our planning and Mariana took care of everything for us. There really was nothing for me to stress about as I knew I was in good hands. It rained for a bit that day, but her team pivoted and made the whole night flow seamlessly regardless. Our guests are still raving about how that was the funnest night of their lives. The taco truck and pizza are incredible and the drinks were so delicious. The venue is beautiful and the indoor outdoor combination is unique and fun. Thank you again for helping us throw the perfect party!
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    Kionna Sent on 02/16/2026
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    Gorgeous Garden Wedding!

    We had our wedding reception at Avant Garden at the end of May, and honestly, it was everything we wanted. The venue is so beautiful—tucked away in this dreamy little garden that feels cozy and inviting. It had the exact vibe we were going for… nothing stuffy, just a gorgeous space to celebrate with the people we love dearly.

    Mariana was amazing and made the whole planning process super easy and she was there the day of to help out. We skipped a lot of the usual formalities, and everything still flowed perfectly. We did our dances right at the beginning and kept the cake cutting private, which meant the rest of the night was wide open for dancing and actually enjoying the party. She also worked with our budget so we were able to make the evening everything we wanted and more!

    It was a little warm at first (which we had anticipated- welcome to May in Houston), but once the sun went down it felt great, and guests were able to pop inside to cool off if they needed. The food truck was a huge hit and matched the chill, fun vibe of the night.

    Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how much fun they had. It felt exactly like us, close, beautiful, and full of good energy. We literally danced all night.

    The only downside is the parking. We were advised to offer valet and I’m so glad we did, it took all the stress off our guests, and the valet team did a great job. We gave everyone a heads-up beforehand, so it ended up being no big deal.

    Overall, it was an amazing night. I can't stop raving about the garden either. I'm obsessed! Truly the perfect spot for our reception, and we’d absolutely host another event here again.
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    Best Venue in Houston 🖤


    The entire night went so smoothly and we didn’t have to worry about a single item and got to really enjoy our wedding and time with our guests. There aren’t enough words to express just how wonderful everything was and we cannot imagine how our day might have gone had we chosen any other venue. Truly a perfect experience.
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    Best day ever

    ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ From Andrea & Jeremy

    Still not over our wedding at AvantGarden. Truly the best day of our lives.

    The bartenders kept everyone happy all night — amazing drinks, the sweetest energy, and somehow always one step ahead of the crowd.

    Our florist understood the assignment. The flowers were dreamy, effortless, and made the whole space feel like a little world of its own.

    The DJ had the perfect vibe from the moment guests walked in to the last song. Zero skips. Dance floor packed. Pure magic.

    The taco truck… unreal. People are still texting us about those tacos. Total crowd favorite.

    And our coordinator Mariana was an angel. Calm, organized, and genuinely caring. We got to actually enjoy our day because they handled everything behind the scenes.

    AvantGarden gave us a night we’ll remember forever. If you’re thinking about getting married here — do it. It’s everything.
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    Kirsten Sent on 12/02/2025
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    Beautiful Venue and Amazing Staff!

    Our wedding at AvantGarden was amazing!

    The ceremony space was beautiful and was easily able to accommodate our ~100 guests. The venue does a good job managing its different spaces and it never felt like there was a dead area or a place you didn't want to be. The dance floor in particular was amazing and far above our expectations!

    Mariana was extremely easy to work with. She allows you to be as hands-off or as involved as you want to be in the planning process. She walked us through every step on our first meeting and clearly outlined all the options for design that she had available. Through the planning process we were able to meet with her almost any day we wanted to discuss any changes we had in the design or any new concerns that popped up for us that week. During the wedding she was extremely helpful at organizing everyone and making sure the whole night ran efficiently without any hiccups. Many of our guests said it was the smoothest wedding they had been to, there was never an awkward gap and that's all thanks to Mariana and her team!

    Some other things worth mentioning:
    The floral arrangements she created were stunning and exactly what we had in mind based on the inspiration photos we provided.
    The catered tacos were delicious and our guests kept complimenting us on how great the food was!
    The DJ was very communicative and helpful. We didn't have strong music opinions for most of the music and let him know that we were struggling to come up with playlists. He walked us through the process, helped us define our music style for each part of the night and sent us a full list of playlists that we could use as baselines and tweak to our liking. 
    The bar service was also great. We talked with a few of the bartenders ahead of time and outlined what we wanted (no top-shelf, shots not included on tab, etc.). The bar was otherwise full service with everything you can expect during their normal non-wedding operating hours. Our guests really loved that they were able to order their favorite cocktails.
    Overall AvantGarden was the perfect place for our wedding and we are very happy with the experience. We would definitely recommend AvantGarden!
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    Nathaniel Sent on 10/23/2025
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    Our sincere gratitude for an amazing wedding at AvantGarden

    Having frequented AvantGarden as bar patrons, we were truly impressed by the transformation of the venue from a familiar bar to a beautiful wedding space. The bartenders were fantastic and ensured our guests enjoyed a continuous flow of cocktails. Everyone raved about the taco truck and the drinks. The cigar bar was also a huge hit, creating a great vibe for our older guests.

    All the vendors were excellent, and we especially appreciate the event coordination; Mariana ensured every detail was perfectly managed, from the food to the cake, DJ, florist, and photographer.

    We will be sharing photos soon. Thank you again to AvantGarden for making our special day so perfect.

    Nathaniel and Annika
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    Mason Sent on 08/06/2025
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    Unforgettable Wedding

    We could not have asked for a more perfect day! Everything from the venue decor to the live music and food! The Avant staff handled everything that came up with efficiency and respect, I would trust them to host any event I may have in the future! 100% will be returning!!
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    Mal Sent on 08/04/2025
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    perfect venue with the perfect person behind it!

    AvantGarden is the perfect venue with the perfect person behind it! The space is magical, whimsical, eclectic, and full of charm. If you’re looking for something non-traditional with tons of character and flexibility, it’s AvantGarden.
    Mariana (owner) is an absolute gem. From the moment we started working with her, I felt completely at ease. She knew exactly what she was doing, and made sure everything aligned with our vision without much follow-up. On the actual day, I didn’t have to worry about a single thing, and peace of mind like that is priceless.
    What made our planning journey even more special is how beloved Mariana is in the Houston community—and not just the wedding community! Every time I mentioned her name around town, I was met with nothing but praise.
    Whether you want to fully customize your wedding or have AvantGarden supply the dj, florals, seating, food, etc., AvantGarden is THE houston wedding venue. I can't recommend it enough!
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    My Wedding REview

    Where do I even begin? I had my wedding here and it was absolutely a remarkable experience. Depending on the package you chose, the more or less you can have included. I chose the all inclusive - which included the venue, chairs/tables, decor, flowers, cake, a high bar tab, the taco truck, and pizza.

    The venue has such a unique, beautiful, vintage charm that made for wonderful pictures and a cute, more intimate wedding, despite it being able to fit a large number of people. Though it was a bit hot, the bridal suite, the third floor of the venue, was private and beautifully decorated in the same antique style. It made for incredible photos of the bride and bridal party.

    As for food- the taco truck was so delicious. Everyone in my family (all of which have different diets including vegan, vegetiarian, gluten-free, and more) were all able to eat without a problem - it was a huge relief. The oven pizza later in the night was also fantastic, especially paired with the drinks. TFurthermore, the staff were all of top of everything, moving and transforming the space from the ceremony to the reception. Service was incredible. They made sure the areas were always clean and tidy.

    Lastly, Mariana, the owner is a godsend. Detail oriented and organized, she planned the entire event, so I (thankfully) did not experience the stress and drama of wedding planning. The only thing I had to bring was myself, my wedding party, and a few more pictures for the welcome table. Literally, she planned the whole thing, and I could not be more grateful. She also stayed through the entire event and directed everything, making sure everything went to plan. She is absolutely wonderful and really good at what she does. She truly made my wedding unforgettable.

    After the wedding, so many of my guests comented on the beauty of the venue and how good the food was. They all said, it was well-chosen, and I agree.
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    Couldn’t Have Asked for a Better Venue!

    We had such an amazing experience at Avant Garden for our wedding! The venue itself is absolutely beautiful, and we loved how everything was taken care of—food, drinks, decorations, you name it. Mariana was incredible. Even though we didn’t have a ton of time to meet with her, she totally got what we were going for and made it all come together perfectly. The flowers and decor were gorgeous, and we even brought some personal touches to make it feel more like our day. Having everything included made the whole planning process so much easier, and we honestly couldn’t have asked for a better place to celebrate!
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    Alexandra Sent on 10/25/2024
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    The perfect venue for an intimate wedding

    I attended a wedding at Avant Garden in Houston and it was absolutely magical! The venue was beautiful and it was so well organized. Food was great as well as drinks. I would 100% consider using Avant Garden as a venue to get married at when the time comes. Everything went so smooth and staff was kind, attentice and went above and beyond to ensure the groom and bride got everything they asked for. One of the best experiences I’ve had.
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    Rachel Sent on 07/15/2024
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    May 2023 Wedding - Wonderful Experience

    We booked Avant Garden for our May 2023 wedding about 6 months prior. Mariana was wonderful to work with and made sure our wedding was beautiful! She was able to answer all our questions and calm any concerns we had. Most everything is in house. Her daughter created the most beautiful bouquet that I dried and still have!
    The outdoor patio was decorated based on our suggestions and felt magical!
    The taco truck that works with the venue was so delicious! We were able to have both our preferred flavors for our cake. Everything was timed out perfectly and we didn't have to worry about a thing during the ceremony. The DJ worked through a playlist we created and everyone had a blast when we moved upstairs.
    Been a busy year and finally getting to this review. Thank you again Avant Garden for our beautiful wedding!
    - Rachel and Louis
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    Sarah Sent on 04/17/2024
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    Best, most unique wedding venue in Houston.

    I cannot recommend this venue enough! If you want stress free wedding planning and a beautiful, fun wedding, this is the venue for you. Mariana makes everything so easy and truly transforms the venue into the prettiest and coolest wedding venue. She was always available to answer questions and was super helpful. For example, we decided kind of last minute that we wanted a jazz quartet to play our cocktail hour and with one email to Mariana with all of her connections, she had a fabulous group booked for us. All of our guests loved AvantGarden. From our friends who enjoyed the taco truck and the DJ upstairs, to our parents and older family members that were very appreciative of a quieter more relaxed place to talk and catch up downstairs. I truly do not think there is any other comparable venue in Houston. I think you would be hard pressed to find another venue this unique, fun, and beautiful for the price. Plus, AvantGarden comes with the best planner and day of coordinator around! Seriously, just book it! You will not regret it!
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    Alison Sent on 04/09/2024
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    Best Wedding Ever!!!

    Our friends and family keep raving that our wedding was the best wedding they've ever attended! Maybe we're a bit bias, but can't help but agree. Our wedding day at AvantGarden was truly enchanting! We had a vision for a vintage art nouveau-inspired celebration, but finding a venue in Houston that matched are style proved to be a challenge. That is, until we discovered AvantGarden. From the moment we met Mariana, we knew we were in good hands. She understood our vision and brought it to life. The venue itself is stunning, and has a unique charm that we fell in love with. Mariana and her team were incredibly professional, knowledgeable, and attentive to every detail. She ensured that everything on our special day was executed flawlessly, and we had an absolute blast celebrating with our friends and family. Also the taco truck was the icing on the cake, best wedding food ever! Thank you Mariana and the AvantGarden team for making our wedding day truly unforgettable!
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    A dream come true

    My fiancé and I got engaged in August of 2023. We live in New York City and were planning a small wedding for December 2024 in Brooklyn. In January of 2024, my mom got diagnosed with a very aggressive stage 4 cancer, and was admitted to MD Anderson for treatment. We wanted to try and get a wedding together as soon as possible so that my mom would be able to enjoy herself and we could bring our families together to celebrate. I met with Mariana at the end of January to see if we could pull off a wedding in just 2 months, and she was confident we could get it done. She told me “I do weddings every single weekend and we take care of every detail. If you told me “I need a wedding next weekend” we could get it done.” I was nervous to take such a hands off approach and trust Mariana with everything, but decided to take a leap of faith and embrace the mindset that even if everything went horribly wrong (which thankfully nothing did) we would still have both our families together celebrating and my mom would be able to be there. Mariana planned and executed an INCREDIBLE day and we could not be more thankful. We got rave reviews on every aspect of the wedding from our guests. The two things I was most worried about were flowers and food (especially since we couldn’t find the time to try the food with such a short timeline). The food was absolutely incredible and I scarfed down those tacos as quickly as I could! I sent a PDF with inspiration of the kind of flowers I liked and the bouquet and centerpieces matched the vibe so perfectly I was completely shocked. For scheduling and flow of the event, Mariana and her staff were completely on top of it and the day flowed smoothly. The DJ was excellent and followed all our instructions perfectly, and picked great songs for dancing that got everyone up and moving. We had around 125 guests and it didn’t feel cramped or crowded at all for ceremony or reception, and it was enough people for a true party vibe. Even though we planned quickly and the wedding followed the usual wedding formula, the day felt so personal and we were able to find the time to add some small touches like custom wedding programs, table assignment cards, and some fun games at the end. I also had some unusual guest care requests - a couple of my guests are Orthodox Jews and I needed to get separate kosher food for them. Mariana understood and made sure they were taken care of. It was just perfect. We can’t thank her enough for this day and the memories that we will cherish.
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    Zack Sent on 12/30/2023
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    Highly recommend!!

    We just had our wedding here and I can't say enough good things about this place.
    It's whismical and unpretentiously beautiful.
    The food served from the taco truck and the buffet with a lot of side dishes was great! Our guests loved the idea!
    The staff was extremely helpful with the entire setup and clean up. They took care of every detail, coordinating and decorations.
    Marianna and Bella were very easy to work with and made the whole process stress free for me and my wife. They really did an amazing job and answered all our questions and were very responsive from the beginning of pur wedding planning.
    Also the dj, cake, desserts were all very good.
    We are so glad to have chosen AvantGarden for our wedding!
    Zack and Alice
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    Catalina Sent on 12/30/2023
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    Perfect and magical.

    Mariana and Bella are amazing wedding planners and took care of every little detail. The venue is gorgeous and has this very unique vibe to it, which was enhanced by the beautiful flower decorations the florist made (highly recommended too). Music and food were absolutely on point too.
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    Mariela Sent on 12/30/2023
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    Magical night!

    If you are looking for the perfect location... this is it!
    The place is magical and right in the heart of Houston!
    We chose to have a small wedding, only 95 guests. It felt just right for this venue.
    We chose the all inclusive package, we only had to provide a photographer.
    Mariana made excellent recommendations and hired all the vendors for us. We only met with her 3 times, but she understood our vision perfectly.
    The bartenders helped us come up with 2 signature drinks, but all the drinks were very good!
    The food from El Palomo was great, the dj, the decor, everything was 10 stars!.
    We wholeheartedly recommend AvantGarden ❤️
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    Renee Sent on 12/30/2023
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    A longtime dream come true

    My husband and I are highschool sweethearts.
    We agreed to get married when we found the perfect place that described our personalities.
    Years later we found AvantGarden by chance and fell in love with the old mansion. We also wanted a patio wedding, AvantGarden provided both.
    We hosted 137 guests.
    The ambiance is amazing. Eclectic and authentic, elegant and fun.
    The food from the taco truck is a delicious tribute to our own special local Tex-Mex style in Houston.
    The dj and the staff were amazing.
    The florist made me a gorgeous bouquet, exactly what I envisioned.
    And Mariana was so attentive to every detail!
    She made the planning easy and fun for us.
    We couldn't have dreamed of a better celebration!
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    Savannah Sent on 11/28/2023
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    We love AvantGarden!

    Couldn’t imagine a better place to have had our wedding reception this past weekend. AvantGarden was the first and only venue we toured after we got engaged and instantly knew this was the place for us. It was absolutely beautiful and Mariana was so helpful- she picked up our cake, set up all of our decor, and her staff provided great service throughout the evening. We had our ceremony at the AD Bruce Religion Center and it was nice to just show up to AvantGarden after the ceremony and have everything set up beautifully and ready for our guests to enjoy! The tacos were better than any wedding food we’d ever had before! Highly, highly recommend this venue!!
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    A unique and wonderful wedding experience!

    We can’t say enough positive things about our wedding experience at Avantgarden.

    We had never been to Avantgarden before, but after meeting Mariana and seeing the venue my wife and I both had no doubt it was the place we wanted to hold our wedding. The venue itself has such a funky and cool vibe, truly a gem in the heart of Montrose.

    Mariana is an absolute pro. She worked with us to create a wedding package that was right for us. We never had any doubts that she had everything under control from the planning and logistics aspect. She also has such a calming vibe that really helped put our minds at ease leading up to the wedding.

    Everything went so smoothly on the day of the wedding: The tacos and cake were fantastic, the staff was so kind and accommodating, and the DJ really took our song recommendations and created an amazing and unique playlist. We heard from so many guests that it was the best wedding they’ve ever been to.

    Thank you again to everyone who helped make our wedding so special.
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    Tahisha Sent on 11/01/2023
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    Unique All-Inclusive Venue with Charm and Character

    I had my wedding on October 15, 2023 and I had a wonderful day thanks to Mariana and her team. Even though many brides say that the wedding goes by quickly and they remind you to enjoy it, Mariana made sure that I enjoyed my day. She allowed me to truly be carefree from the time I arrived until the time we left. I didn't give specific instructions how to incorporate the items I brought to the wedding, but she did a wonderful job using her best judgement. My guests have been raving about the uniqueness of the venue and the use of space. They also loved the taco truck and thought it was a nice touch. AvantGarden is the perfect venue if you're looking for a garden wedding aesthetic in a space that has charm, character, and quirkiness.
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    Jackie Sent on 05/26/2023
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    The perfect wedding venue!!

    We had our wedding at Avant Garden two weeks ago (March 26, 2023), and it was truly amazing! I'm a planner at heart so it was difficult for me to let go of managing all of the details, but I couldn't be happier with the results. Avant Garden is such a cool space and very unique! Our event was fun and high quality without being stuffy or overly formal. I also feel like you get SO MUCH bang for your buck with this venue. You'd be hard pressed to find another all inclusive venue at this price point in any major city - plus she does discounts for Sundays and holiday weekends.

    Our wedding had 70 guests, but we originally planned for 50 - Mariana was extremely flexible and made all of this work. We did the all inclusive package which came with flowers, DJ, food, cake, bar, decor, and day of coordination. 100% worth it, and if considering Avant Garden I can't recommend enough to go with this package. Let's break all of these components down a bit…
    • Food - The taco truck is truly top notch - every guest was raving about the food. There are great options for vegetarians and gluten intolerant guests as well. They also do an option for late night pizza - we opted out because we were on a budget but I'm sure it's amazing.
    • Bar - Since Avant Garden is an actual bar people could get anything from a complicated/gourmet cocktail to a basic mixer. Legitimate cocktails! And we had the bar open before the ceremony which is extra fun.
    • Flowers - Absolutely gorgeous! All I did was send Mariana a Pinterest board and she made it come to life.
    • DJ - The DJ was fine, but not amazing. He was a professional and followed our instructions for the processional and recessional, but didn't really follow our guidelines on the 'party' music. Nonetheless, we had a super fun dance party and it was a good time.
    • Décor - Mariana has amazing stuff in her inventory and the space looked beautiful. The only thing you will have to provide are signs and photos. Here is a list of everything we brought - welcome sign, seating chart, table numbers, ceremony 'reserved row' signs, framed photos of couple, 'guest book' sign, 'gifts & cards' sign
    • Cake - Mariana works with a local bakery and the cake was gorgeous! We did a two tier, the top chocolate and base tres leches with floral decorations.
    • Day of Coordination - Not much to say here other than that Mariana is a true professional and kept us in mind all evening. She even blew air conditioning on our sweet heart table during dinner so we wouldn't get too sweaty!

    Five stars across the board - You cannot go wrong getting married at Avant Garden!!
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    A magical, perfect day

    We recently had our wedding at AvantGarden and it was absolutely amazing! Mariana is incredibly dedicated to ensuring that the day goes as perfectly as possible. She has lots of experience coordinating weddings and knew how to handle every little thing that came up. In the planning stages, she instantly understood the aesthetic we were going for, and it was executed perfectly. We were blown away by the flowers, taco truck, cake, and the wonderful staff.

    Mariana and her staff set up all the decorations and dance floor props we brought, and helped gather all our things at the end of the night. They also had fun with us - the DJ was dancing all night long and the bartenders were wearing our LED flower crowns, which made us happy! It felt like everyone wanted to celebrate with us.

    Our guests had a blast and we received lots of comments about how fun the wedding was. They raved about how delicious the tacos were. The venue is unique, charming, and so beautiful - especially under the lights at dinner. The atmosphere is magical and dream-like, and the venue photographs beautifully as well. We have zero reservations when it comes to recommending AvantGarden!
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    10/10 on service, efficiency, low stress, and price.

    I LOVED having my wedding at Avant Garden! Mariana is so knowledgeable and experienced with hundreds of wedding on her belt, that I just had to answers questions and she took care of the rest! She planned it, coordinated it the day of, decorated, had a whole crew for setup/shutdown, and ALL within a very reasonable price point. Service was amazing, the crew were quick background players, she was so sweet and patient with me, and I have already recommended this place to other people. 10/10.
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    Beautiful Day1

    Our wedding at Avant Garden was beautiful, fun and everything unfolded effortlessly. Mariana and her staff were very attentive. The DJ recommended by Mariana was on point with the music, the food was tasty (we went with taco truck), and the drinks were good. The venue is spacious, and they transform this place into something very special for weddings. Our flower arrangements – especially my flower crown and bouquet - were stunning and exactly what I wanted. Our vegan dessert, cakes, especially our gluten free cake were delicious. As a coordinator, Mariana worked hard to create our vision, incorporated our feedback and collaborated with us on some creative things we wanted to do differently. Our night was magical, and everyone had a great time.
    P.S. Mariana is very good at what she does. Trust Mariana.
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    Excellent.

    We chose Avant Garden to host our December 17th, 2022, wedding and it was a true and utter dream. Mariana the owner, eased all our concerns and delivered us the most beautiful wedding day we could have imagined. The venue fit perfectly with the mystic fairy tale wedding I envisioned and is an all-purpose facility. We were able to host our ceremony there, use the covered patio for a sit-down dinner hosted by the taco truck housed in the parking lot, and use the 2nd floor area for a dance party after the reception. The decor provided was stunning, and the building played a part in making sure our theme was executed to a tee. Mariana has a full staff that works for her, and they effortlessly set up every detail of our wedding. Bar service was available, as well as full waitstaff. The food was amazing, and the self- serve taco truck was a hit amongst our guests. They designed my bouquet which I thought was beautiful, and had the venue decorated to my liking. Every concern I had was quickly addressed. My now husband and I will be forever grateful to Mariana and the Avant Garden family for everything. If you are looking for an eclectic hidden gem in plain sight with old school vintage charm. Our only complaint is that we wished we could do it again every weekend and have Mariana continuously re-create our wedding day. We HIGHLY recommend.
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    Couldn't ask for more

    I've read a lot of reviews about how accommodating AvantGarden is for events, but I'm not sure anybody can top our experience. Our wedding was set for what turned out to be the absolute coldest day of the polar vortex around Christmas, and Mariana and her staff were able to move the entire wedding inside and still make it look absolutely magical. They did not miss a beat and kept the whole event going seamlessly, keeping our stress levels low and making sure everybody had a great time. Their timing for everything was on point and all of our guests told us how beautiful everything turned out! I am absolutely recommending AvantGarden to any and everybody in Texas!
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    Excellent and Unique Venue!

    We absolutely recommend AvantGarden for couples who are looking to have an authentic, colorful, and relaxed wedding! The music, ambience, and charm had our guests raving about the fun and beauty of our special day.

    I was drawn to this venue because I spent many years living in the heart of New Orleans, embracing the richness of courtyard gardens and classic architecture. That made AvantGarden such an easy pic. I also loved that we could provide our guests from all over the United States a chance to experience a touch of the classic and authentic feel of this diverse and cultured city.

    I must also add that our day was very cold and rainy. This did not disrupt our experience in the least. Mariana and her team did an exceptional job reassuring me throughout the day leading up to our ceremony that all would be marvelous despite the terrible weather. The patio where the ceremony and dinner took place was covered and heated well.

    Lastly, the food truck was awesome! Efficient and incredibly tasty.
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    A magical wedding

    My husband and I could not have dreamt up a more magical day! Mariana and her team did an amazing job executing our vision. Our friends and family are still raving about what an amazing wedding it was! I would 100% recommend AvantGarden for your big day.
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    A huge recommendation for AvantGarden

    We can't recommend AvantGarden enough after our 65-person wedding last weekend. It's the perfect place for couples looking for a beautiful, well-run venue with tons of character. My fiancee and I weren't interested in a ballroom-type reception, and we loved the laid-back but elegant atmosphere at AvantGarden. We also appreciated that Mariana and her team make everything really easy and take care of a lot of decisions (we weren't the kind to want to control every single tiny detail). Admittedly, we were a tiny bit nervous ahead of the wedding because Mariana seemed so relaxed about everything coming together. But all of the reviews were right: Mariana and her team make everything go off without a hitch. The staff were exceptional, coordinating with vendors (including our all-important frozen margarita machine provider) and making sure everything went seamlessly during the reception. The decorations were beautiful, especially for the flowers and centerpieces (we just offered some thoughts on what we wanted, and Mariana's team made it happen). The DJ made sure everyone had a blast. The late-night pizza was great (even if we were stuffed by then). We were just thrilled with how everything went on our wedding night, and it's all thanks to the AvantGarden crew.
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    Best day ever

    After researching many venues online we came across Avant Garden. We thought it could be the venue for us so we rushed to schedule an appointment. After touring the venue and meeting with Mariana we knew that same day we’d be married at Avant Garden. Having a taco truck at our wedding was always a goal for us and the option to have oven brick pizza was a bonus. Mariana was very helpful throughout the whole process. As a bride I was worried about the rain and cold weather. Mariana has a way of calming you down and reassuring you that everything will be great. And everything was amazing. Having her as the day of coordinator was a blessing. The flowers were exactly what I had envisioned, the table decor was perfect. Our guests loved the taco truck, there was so many options. The uniqueness of the venue is perfect for those who do not want to be in one room. Having three bars worked out great. The DJ was easy to work with and handled the night perfectly. The 360 camera was a little minute add on and we can’t stop watching the videos. Our guests really enjoyed it. Our signature drinks were exactly what we wanted. The sparkler exit was the perfect way to end the night. Our family and friends can’t stop talking about how much fun they had at our wedding.
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    Dream wedding day!

    I could not say enough good things. Mariana and her team are exceptional! She was so calm which kept me calm the day of the wedding. We went the with more expensive all inclusive package and it was worth every penny. Our friends and family loved the venue and the tacos were amazing. We can’t wait to go back to celebrate our many anniversaries!
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    Simply Excellent from Start to Finish

    Had our wedding and reception here on a Saturday and couldn't be happier with how everything turned out. Mariana is an absolute all-star, and her venue is unbeatable for 100-125 guests. All 3 bars were stocked and staffed by fantastic bartenders. Her DJ was outstanding and easy to work with - I sent him a list of songs for each phase, he picked up the vibe and rolled with it. The lighting, decor, flowers, succulents... literally everything Mariana put together was amazing and I'm eternally grateful to her for putting it all together and coordinating all the fine details. 11/10
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    An amazing experience!

    My husband and I were married at Avant Gardens in December 2021. The event was beautiful and romantic and incredibly fun. Every detail was thought out and executed perfectly. I have been told by many friends that their wedding day was stressful and that they spent so much time worrying about the details that they barely had time to enjoy themselves. This was not the case for us. We were so well taken care of that our only job that day was to have fun and enjoy every moment. Our meetings with Mariana prior to the event were wonderful. She listened to our ideas and offered guidance. On the date of the wedding every element of the wedding and reception reflected our ideas and elevated them. The place settings, flowers, cake, food and décor all exceeded our expectations. We could not have been more pleased with our experience. It was truly the happiest day of my life.
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    So happy with Avant Garden!

    It’s been a little over a month since our beautiful wedding at Avant Garden, and we could not have chosen a better venue for our families and friends to celebrate such an important day with us. From our first meeting with Mariana, we knew we’d found the right place. Avant Garden is such a charming old house with plenty of indoor and outdoor space, very centrally located in Montrose (the neighborhood where my wife and I met and spent so much of the early years of our relationship), and the available wedding packages make planning such a breeze - we were incredibly happy to let Mariana and her team take care of the catering (El Palomo is INCREDIBLE – our guests still rave to us about how much they enjoyed the tacos and the taco truck setup), beautiful flower arrangements (around the venue as well as centerpieces, corsages, boutonnieres, etc), linens, valet parking, DJ, and amazing wedding cake. We brought our own photographer and photo booth and Avant Garden handled everything else! Throughout the process Mariana was able to help us make decisions based on her years of experience and was also very flexible in accommodating a pandemic-related postponement. Wedding day execution was flawless - every single member of her team is so warm and friendly, and they made sure our guests had such a fun time. It’s impressive how quickly and seamlessly they transition the space from ceremony to dinner while guests are none the wiser as they enjoy cocktail hour on the front patio, and on our particularly chilly wedding day the heat lamps were more than adequate to make sure no one was uncomfortable. The upstairs dance floor was so much fun, and Mariana’s recommendation that we put our photo booth up there was spot-on. Bars are located outside, inside and upstairs, so no one is ever very far from more dancefloor fuel. Absolutely get the sparkler send-off too – it was great. We wholeheartedly recommend Avant Garden and Mariana for your wedding.
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    MSM Sites Solutions

    MSM Sites Solutions is one of the best in the market by exceeding the expectation of today’s all-in-one demands by serving homes, apartments, offices, and even warehouses with our responsible and affordable cleaning, building, and removal services.
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    AvantGarden is THE Perfect Wedding Venue

    AvantGarden was an amazing venue for our wedding, and without a doubt the right choice. The patio was beautifully decorated with twinkle lights, elegant chandeliers, white linens, and hanging lanterns that mixed with the outdoor greenery that created an un-matched atmosphere. The entire staff were friendly, and served/assisted our guests with a warm welcoming attitude - as if they were another happy guest who were excited to be part of our big day. Like every other wedding, we had our fair share of hiccups - but they were handled swiftly and professionally by the owner and wedding coordinator Mariana. She went above and beyond to ensure we enjoyed our day, and kept as much off our plate as she could. We can't thank her enough for all her efforts. We're still hearing from friends and family about how much fun they had, and how beautiful the wedding was.
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    Best wedding venue in Houston by far

    Absolutely the best wedding. Mariana and her staff made the planning and execution of our wedding easy and stressless. The recommended vendors were also spectacular (especially the photographer and the food truck).

    Mariana was patient with us as we postponed the wedding several times due to the pandemic. A lot of my friends saw price hikes and canceled plans, but Mariana thoroughly explained the differences in cost and worked with us to keep the cost at the original price although her and her staff were affected by the pandemic.
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    Truly Magical Wedding Night

    Having my wedding at AvantGarden was a DREAM COME TRUE, truly MAGICAL experience! The venue is so unique and everywhere you look could be a frame of art with one of kind decorations, sculptures, fountains, plants, staircases, etc... It is also unbelievable to watch the area transform into wedding venue with the drapes, flowers, amazing center pieces and candles etc - truly unique, romantic, intimate atmosphere.

    Mariana was an absolute pleasure to work with. We had a difficult wedding planning process navigating through COVID and multiple postpones/reschedules. Mariana was always calm, professional, kind, and acted as our emotional support during this process. She has so much experience planning/coordinating weddings at the venue and it was amazing to watch her work and learning how passionate she is about the venue and what she does for the community. Mariana also gave us multiple amazing vendor referrals for the local area such as photographer and cake, which made the planning process a lot easier.
    Food and music were also fantastic and so memorable. All the guests enjoyed the Taco Truck , snacks, and amazing drinks that were served at the wedding. Many still raved about the tacos many days after the wedding. DJ was awesome and we had the best dance party!
    Thank you Mariana for an unforgettable night!!
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    Everything we wanted & stress-free!

    We would highly recommend AvantGarden for the central location, beautiful outdoor patios, and stress-free planning process. AvantGarden's customizable packages mean you can be as hands-on or hands-off as you'd like. My husband and I are both very busy so it was important that we choose an all-inclusive package with a vendor we could trust to run the show. Owner and coordinator, Mariana, was that person - she is a pro! I showed her my Pinterest inspiration boards for florals, table settings, decor, etc, and she added in suggestions and executed flawlessly. She coordinated with our other vendors, moved our schedule along day of, and was communicative and responsive throughout. There was a lot of uncertainty with COVID, our fluctuating guest list, and the weather, but Mariana was accommodating and worked with us to ensure our day went smoothly. The venue was beautiful, and we all had so much fun - our guests are still raving about their specialty cocktails and how magical the whole evening was. Wedding planning can be so stressful, and my husband and I are grateful that ours was a breeze. Everything turned out even better than we had envisioned, and we could actually enjoy it. Thank you AvantGarden and Mariana!
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    Married at Avant!

    Avant Garden is a fantastic wedding venue and Mariana is an amazing wedding coordinator! Her team pulled off a great wedding for us under challenging conditions. She was extremely flexible and professional during the whole engagement. Everything was beautiful from the decor, to the music, the food, the cake. Everything. You won't regret choosing Avant Garden!
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    Wonderful, Flexible for our Experience

    We had our wedding this past Halloween and I must say, that it was beyond what we could have hoped and dreamed for. A major fear of ours was, with the package deals Avant Garden provides, that we would end up with a cookie-cutter kind of wedding when we had really specific ideas of what we wanted, particularly in respect to decor. But Mariana nailed it...I mean, nailed it. We got rid of a lot of the traditional stuff, and she was flexible enough to roll with that.

    We had a small wedding (40 people), but the venue could easily accommodate many, many more people. It has some nice centralized locations for many people to gather, but because it's an older, interesting house, it has a lot of nooks and crannies for people to get away if they want to have a quieter conversation.

    They want you to use their taco truck (I believe it's called El Palomo...don't quote me on that). If that sounds like a great idea to you, trust us, it was, and you can skip over the next sentence. If that sounds tacky to you, I will say it came out a lot more elegant than we pictured...it was a buffet style, but there were also really nice vegetable and potato dishes that came along with it. I should also say that we are vegan, and we had critical mass of vegans show up to the point where we decided to make all the food vegan. Not only did they accommodate us, but we got great feedback on the food from both the vegans and the meat eaters alike.

    We had our wedding on Halloween night, and I can say that it perfectly met the aesthetic vision we had for our wedding. If you're looking for a reasonably priced, beautiful venue, this place is for you. If you have even a hint of goth in your soul, this place is DEFINITELY for you. And if you're planning a Hallowedding? Book it now.
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    amazing venue

    amazing venue. we had our wedding there and cannot recommend it highly enough. we loved the vibe of the venue, and the owner set it up even better than I could have imagined on the day of. all of the details that I did not think of she did and made that day stress free and fun. she helped us postpone our wedding twice and even caught some wedding crashers so they weren't on our bar tab. :)
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    Best Wedding Venue Ever!

    I wish I had enough words to capture how amazing our wedding at AvantGarden was. The venue is absolutely stunning and so unique. From the cozy little attic suite where you can get dressed to the sparkly twinkle lights adorning the beautiful outdoor areas, every bit of AvantGarden feels like a magical secret garden hidden in the middle of Montrose. Mariana (the owner/coordinator) is spectacular. She’s a genuine rock star and made my entire wedding planning process entirely stress-free. I didn’t want to deal with detailed wedding planning myself, so we selected the all-inclusive package and Mariana took care of literally everything (cake, flowers, food, DJ…everything!). The only thing I had to do was find a photographer, officiant, and dress. Also, we ended up having to move our wedding from 2020 to 2021 due to COVID, and Mariana was incredibly accommodating and understanding.

    The all-inclusive package was a godsend. Pricing was incredibly reasonable (I don’t think you’ll find a better deal in Houston), and every little detail that Mariana and her team planned for our wedding was perfect. Her daughter Minerva designed my bouquets and flower arrangements, and they were gorgeous. I only needed to send her a couple of sample pictures and she created a bouquet even more beautiful than I’d imagined. We rented the taco truck for dinner and it was a HUGE hit – many of our guests told us it was the best wedding food they’ve ever had. Mariana has truly thought of everything to make your wedding fantastic. Throughout the entire wedding planning process, I knew that she had everything under control, and I hardly had to lift a finger!

    All of our friends and family had a fantastic time and kept saying it was one of the best weddings they’d ever attended. So unique, fun, low-key, and beautiful…we never wanted the night to end! I told all of our friends to get married at AvantGarden so we can attend more weddings there. I cannot recommend Mariana and her team enough – they are fantastic, genuine people who truly want to give you the best wedding ever!!
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    Victorian bungalow near downtown Houston

    We wanted it all: classic city chic meets bohemian dream, a unique party atmosphere, and a stress-free experience. Well we sure got all of that and more by having our celebration at AvantGarden! Mariana handled everything from the planning and decorating to the day-of coordination. After 7 lucky years of being together, we wanted a wedding that was truly special, representing our growth in a city with a lot of fun and love to offer. Not only did we create memories we'll never forget, we will be able to visit AvantGarden as we continue to grow together. We are so grateful to Mariana, her daughter, and her amazing staff that helped our out-of-town guests stay cool and comfortable down here in the heat of Houston while they partied throughout the venue late into the night. Mariana coordinated the taco truck Taqueria el Palomo for catering the wedding, and everyone loved this unique delicious dinner option! If you are ready to finally start the next chapter of your lives together and are looking for a beautiful, transformative venue at which to turn the page, we absolutely recommend AvantGarden.
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    Amazing! Made our wedding beautiful and stress-free!

    I cannot recommend AvantGarden highly enough! They did everything except perform the ceremony itself. The venue owner is absolutely amazing, and her flower arrangements for the tables are breathtaking!
    The flowers, table arrangements, crystal glassware, DJ, catering, service, full-service bar, and beautiful decorations were included for a very reasonable price. Everything was beautiful and Mariana made sure personal details were included and made a focus of the decor. She also listened and addressed any concerns we had in consultation, the day was virtually stress-free for us!
    Mariana and her daughter are amazing!
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    Out of this world!

    Our experience at Avant Garden was nothing short of perfect. From the original planning to flexible customizations to execution on the day of, Mariana and her team made our day as special as anyone dreams of. Food is A++, and the lack of stress leading up to the event allowed us to simply enjoy ourselves.
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    A wedding for the books!

    Avant Garden was everything we could have imagined for our May 1 wedding and much, much more! Buckle up for a full review. (I’m on my honeymoon now but had to get this out now!)

    We stumbled upon Avant Garden while searching for the perfect venue for 150 guests. The pandemic, however, forced us to scale down and the owner Mariana worked with us, reassuring us that we could have just as beautiful and fun of a wedding with less people. As you can imagine, this felt like such a tough decision for me and my husband (I was sad people couldn’t make it). We had our doubts, but thanks to Mariana, we regret nothing!

    First off, the ambiance of this space is so beautiful and has a classic, antiquated feel. Having a mansion with an outdoor patio with a bar, and two bars indoors was like a playground for our guests. It was the perfect size.

    We went with an all inclusive package, in which Mariana takes care of everything and acts as a day of coordinator! This took off a load of stress while planning. I sent her photos of my dream bouquet, flowers and wedding arch — she matched it to the T! The table settings were gorgeous. She truly went above and beyond, helped seamlessly guide us through the day’s events and incorporated any personal decorations I brought. The guys loved the cigar bar Mariana set up on the balcony! (Mariana is also very laid back and does a lot of correspondence through text and email, which is great to keep track of things — both for you and her. She also does select in-person meetings but she really does not need hand-holding. You can tell she’s done enough weddings. Just tell her what you want and she will deliver and offer you suggestions!)

    Food: Mariana set up a lovely charcuterie board and appetizer platter for guests. We went with the taco truck for dinner (the al pastor tacos, rice and beans are my absolute favorite!). This truck was important to us because my husband and I had tacos on our very first date lol. It was a hit!! The guests loved this and keep telling us how good the food was.

    Music: Mariana also hired DJ Forte, who kept our guests dancing all night with many of our requests (guests who were live-streaming loved our playlist and his song choices!). DJ Forte fit the changing moods of the wedding perfectly, kept the after party jumping (literally! We were jumping up and down) and he was able to make last minute changes for our official dances with our parents. I will never forget asking Mariana if our dance floor was ready — Yes, my grandmother was already on the floor dancing by herself!

    Drinks: We went with an open bar up to a certain limit and then cash bar. Mariana worked with us to determine that limit. The bartenders were phenomenal, accommodating and so sweet! It was lovely seeing them interact with my family and having lively conversations. We were completely satisfied.

    Inclusivity: I could rave about our wedding all day, but another thing I want to add was that it was really important to me to be in a space that values diversity and inclusivity. My family and friends are comprised of people of color and people from the LGBTQ community. I nearly went with a venue that was in a Texas town known to not be as welcoming or diverse. And when the pandemic looked bad, I nearly opted for a small dinner in a space that would have been pretty boring in comparison.

    Avant Garden is and has been a lovely space for a long time that has welcomed and given space to all types of people with its open mics; comedy, drag and burlesque shows; and jazz nights (we came to a jazz and burlesque show before the wedding and came for pizza night. So fun!).

    Another thing: while I was sad to scale back my wedding from 150 to 30, this was one of the best parties I have ever been to. I would choose a small wedding at Avant Garden over and over again. I’m also excited that now my husband, our family and friends can come back to Avant Garden basically any day of the week to relive some of our big day again and again and eat the delicious tacos.

    With the hectic past year that we’ve had, I am SO glad that we went through with our wedding at Avant Garden. Mariana, thank you! And to your staff, BRAVO. You have left me, my husband, friends and family with memories that we’ll cherish forever!
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    Jeremy Sent on 02/13/2021
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    AvantGarden gave us a perfect wedding, despite Covid

    AvantGarden is the perfect wedding venue! The grounds are gorgeous and Mariana (the owner) and her team do a great job to decorate it up on wedding day. They have lots of plants around the venue, making for some nice picture backdrops. The historic house is also gorgeous and has a lot of character. There is lots of space with different areas for mingling and dancing, from the covered back patio area, front garden, and upstairs with a balcony. Covid disrupted our initial plans (more on that later), so we had a small, 25 person wedding instead, with pizza from the wood burning oven, which is SO GOOD! We keep going back on Mondays to get more pizza and chat with Mariana. They also have a taco truck that will cater the wedding, which is really good too. 

    Mariana and her team are professionals at throwing weddings. They will handle pretty much everything for you - all we had to do was find a photographer and officiant.  Mariana serves as your wedding planner also and she does a great job with pre-wedding planning and logistics during the ceremony and reception. She made the planning process so easy, calmed all our nerves and gave us a perfect wedding. She genuinely cares about getting to know the couples and enjoys her work, which shows in the flawless execution.

    Mariana was also very helpful and accommodating during Covid. We were originally scheduled for April 2020 and Mariana immediately rescheduled us for November 2020. When Covid didn't slow down, she suggested a small wedding Nov 2020 for a nominal fee and then pushing the big wedding back to our one year anniversary in 2021. And we are so glad we did! We still had a wonderful ceremony and mini reception in 2020, but can have our dream wedding with all our friends and family after everyone is vaccinated. All of this just to explain how great Mariana is.

    Overall, it was a perfect wedding and we wouldn't have changed a thing (except no Covid of course..). From the flowers, to the pizza & drinks, the gorgeous venue and even the DJ. Everything was perfect. We can't wait to do it all again this November!
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    Charming venue with a magical backdrop , Professional staff. Relaxing to work with .

    From start to finish, Mariana made our wedding dreams come true. We came to AvantGarden with little hope that we could salvage our Vegas wedding that had to be cancelled. With little more than 10 days to plan .. the staff of AvantGarden met the challenge and exceeded our expectations. They cater to as little or as much of the planning you need them to do . They are prompt, knowledgeable and beyond helpful. The venue is rustic , charming and hip which offers a flexible backdrop no mater what the theme would be . The service was spectacular in the outdoor garden which is covered and has its own walk up bar. We expected it to be chilly weather and they were prepared with outdoor heating . Mariana was attentive and accommodating with wise advice to help the evening go smoothly . The bartender Chris made amazing drinks , great recommendations and was friendly and conversational with the guests . The night started and ended perfectly. I am beyond happy with my experience. If you are looking for a wedding venue in the Houston area, this is it. No need to look further. You won’t regret it!!!!
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    Ashley Sent on 11/27/2020
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    Wedding Bliss ✨

    Mariana was the best from my first inquiry to beyond my wedding day. She did everything in less than 2 months and took the stress right off of me when covid ruined our original wedding plans with another venue. We got married on 10.24 & people are still complimenting the venue food and the service!
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    Brian Sent on 10/17/2020
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    Thank you for helping us make our wedding day the most fun day of our lives.

    A wedding day should be the best day of your life. Not only are you celebrating a commitment to the one you love, but you have the chance to party with your closest friends and family from across the full spectrum of your life. It's an amazing opportunity, and at the same time, planning it can be a lot. When we got married, my wife and I set a budget and decided on our big rocks: we wanted to get married outdoors, have great music, great food, and our guests to be able to drink all they wanted. We wanted the entire event to be a representation of us as a couple. While we had our ceremony at the Houston Arboretum, the Avant Garden fit the bill perfectly for our reception - both literally and figuratively. It was a dream wedding day at an incredibly affordable price.

    Mariana and her staff at Avant Garden took care to get to know Grecia and I as a couple, listen to our vision, and use her space and her talents to help make it a reality such that the planning was easy and the day of we didn't need to worry about a thing except having a great time. Everything from the colors and the wildflower bouquets/boutonnieres were aligned with what we wanted. We had access to the venue in advance, and the day of, to get ready, take photos, etc. and Mariana was incredibly gracious with her time and fielding any questions we had along the way.

    The venue itself is stunning. Set in an old house in the heart of the city, the venue carries plenty of Houston history and has gorgeous spaces outdoors and indoors that are the perfect mix of classy elegance and cool vintage fun. We ate dinner outside in the back, hosted a live band downstairs, a DJ upstairs afterwards, and ensured there was plenty to drink for our guests the entire time.

    This review would be amiss without a special nod to dinner. The taco truck that is a permanent fixture of Avant Garden is THE BEST taco truck in the city. The owner works closely with Mariana to cater the event - taking specific order and even catering to my wife - a pescatarian - to serve some of the best fish tacos alongside the most deliciously seasoned pastor and fajita you can find. This with rice, beans, salads, etc. was fun, delicious, and honestly more than enough for all of our guests.

    When we were planning our wedding, my wife and I wanted to put our time and energy into what mattered to us: strengthening our relationship, inviting the right people, and making our wedding day a day that we could have a blast with our closest friends and family. Working with Mariana and the staff at Avant Garden, we were able to rest easy as they took care of the rest.

    Thank you for helping us make our wedding day the most fun day of our lives.
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    Emily Sent on 10/04/2020
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    AvantGarden is awesome!

    I cannot recommend AvantGarden enough! Mariana and her team did so well with the wedding and she was so helpful during the planning process. She took care of so many little things that I hadn’t even thought about and the wedding was so beautiful.
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    A Dream Come True

    Shortly after our engagement, my future wife suggested Avant Garden as a venue. After a tour of the space and after meeting Mariana, we knew almost immediately this was where we wanted to get married. Anyone who wants a venue that screams the City of Houston, look no further, this is the place. Not only is in right in the heart of Montrose, but it is so special, so different than typical venues, you will never forget it. As beautiful as the space is, what really made our experience with Avant Garden was our relationship with Mariana, the owner. She doubles as a wedding planner and dealt with all of our needs - floral arrangements, decor, wedding day tasks, etc. As stressful as planning a wedding can be, every time we met with her, our concerns and worries were washed away due to her calming demeanor. Our wedding day was perfect, and it's undeniable that the location was the reason for that. As an added bonus, the venue is a bar during the week, meaning you can always visit the place you said "I do." We owe so much to Mariana and Avant Garden and my wife and I will remember our wedding day for the rest of our lives.
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    Jenny Sent on 04/02/2020
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    Best venue in houston!

    Avant Garden was an absolute dream reception venue. Our wedding was on March 7, and the weather was perfect for the covered patio vibe. Mariana completely transformed the venue - the greenery was lit up by christmas lights, the tables and centerpieces were beautiful and colorful, and the entire environment was intimate, organic, and vibrant. The taco truck food was delicious. The bartenders were great and there were bars everywhere. It was also so helpful to know that Mariana was also in charge of all the details of the day. I did not have to hire a wedding coordinator. The dancing was awesome as well. The 2nd floor balcony was fantastic to go outside and cool off and chat with friends! And the 2nd floor bar made getting drinks very convenient as well. The grand exit was also perfect - I had a dress change and Mariana helped ensure everyone was ready with sparklers as we walked out of the venue and straight onto the bus to our afterparty location. Overall great time. Thanks for making our wedding day so fabulous!
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    Laura Sent on 03/22/2020
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    Beautiful, stress free wedding at historic venue

    We are so grateful we were able to celebrate our wedding day at Avant Garden. Mariana and her staff handled almost every detail including the table center pieces and the bridal bouquets. The only vendors we hired outside of Avant Garden was our photographer. The flowers and decor turned out beautifully and just as we had envisioned. Mariana is the owner of the venue and she was there every step of the way during the planning phases to make sure we had all of our questions answered. She somehow made planning our wedding stress free. If you are looking for a beautiful historic venue that makes you feel like you're in a secret garden in the heart of Montrose, we highly recommend Mariana's place. We absolutely loved having our wedding at Avant Garden!
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    April Sent on 02/25/2020
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    Beautiful wedding in two weeks

    Mariana pulled our wedding together in less than two weeks. We booked it sight unseen, and were over the moon with the beautiful venue and wonderful staff. I can't recommend this venue highly enough.
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    Bridget Sent on 02/25/2020
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    Our Reception was perfect!

    My husband and I had eloped and wanted to find a place that fit our personalities to hold our reception and everything about Avantgarden was exactly what we were hoping to find. Mariana was amazing and so helpful picking the right package for our night. The entire team was great- the bartenders, the people who set up and took down tables, just everyone was so helpful and made the evening go smoothly. It is probably the only place inside the City or Houston that is affordable and BEAUTIFUL. We did not want to spend a fortune on this night because we were already married and this was exactly what we hoped for. I cannot say enough good things about this place!! It really was a magical night.
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    Caroline Sent on 02/04/2020
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    100% Amazing venue

    AvantGarden was the best wedding venue. I got married on 1/4/20. Mariana and her team were so enjoyable to work with and their organization and experience helped keep me stay stress and anxiety free! I got so many compliments on the vibes, the food, the environment, the flowers... with all credit going to Mariana! I have no complaints, everything went off without a hitch and my family and I had such a great time. Perfect for busy brides and brides that live out of state or out of town. My husband and I can't want to go back to enjoy some jazz and poetry :)
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    Brian Sent on 01/09/2020
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    Confidence Inspiring and every little detail was accounted for

    The team at AvantGarden is a very well run and detail oriented team. They have hundreds of pictures to show you exactly what the event can look like if you so choose. They also allow you to make changes based on pictures you have. This is something we did and they made it look just about exactly the same as the picture. On top of the venue being extremely well decorated the food and drinks were just as well done. The taco truck got rave reviews all night as did the pizza that came out later in the evening. Overall, it was a great experience and AvantGarden took care of every detail leading up to the day and on the day.
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    Jasmine Sent on 01/07/2020
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    An Easy Pick for a Venue and Services!

    We had our wedding reception at Avant Garden on 12/21/2019 and it was everything we hoped for and more. You cannot beat the value! From the beginning Mariana assured us not to worry and she was absolutely right. When we were initially interested, she was very prompt in her responses and even dealt with all the questions from my mother. She is very flexible with your needs. We opted for the All Inclusive Package with some modifications. We had a couple meetings before the big day to finalize some details and it was fantastic. Mariana was always there coordinating and keeping us on schedule. She even did a great job accommodating all my guests and we had at least 180 people. Please do the taco truck--these are literally some of the best tacos in town. And at the last minute we decided to do the pizza--highly recommend, it was a great late night treat for guests! I received so many compliments about how great the venue was, how tasty the food was and how it was the most fun ever. That's what Mariana cared about. Trust in Mariana and the team at Avant Garden and you won't be disappointed---you will be the chillest bride leading up to the big day!
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    Christy Sent on 12/30/2019
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    Friends Wedding

    attended my best friend's wedding there and it was really amazing. The venue looked beautiful.
    They went with the taco truck and that was the best food I've had at a wedding!
    The staff was really friendly and did a great job at coordinating my friends wedding.
    And the DJ killed it! Everyone danced for a long time.
    They also had an open bar for the guests. It was really a blast!
    I would definitely recommend AvantGarden for a wedding!
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    Sonya Sent on 12/30/2019
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    bohemian candlelit and very easy for long distance planning

    We wanted a wedding in winterland
    apparently that was too much to ask for in Houston, however our wedding was everything we dreamed of.
    Avant Garden is centrally located, making it easier for out guests to uber, since we chose to go with the highest open bar available :)
    when we arrived to the venue, we were pleasently surprised to see all the decorations and curtains set up for us. It was amazing how beautiful and magical everything looked.
    Mariana helped us coordinate every step of the wedding. Since we currently live out of the country, we could have not been able to do it without her help.
    She and her staff made everything go very smoothly, transitioning from the ceremony, to the dinner to the cake and desserts and the dancing afterwords.
    Another reason we chose this venue was the flexibility and willingness to accommodate our vision for our wedding wich included live music and live dance performances.
    Breaking away from our family's traditions, we went with the onsite taco truck for our catering. The food was fresh, delicious and plentiful not to mention the professionality of the food servers.
    They were able to accommodate the all the vegetarian, vegan and gluten free requests we made.
    Finally the flowers... my bouquet and the centerpieces were absolutely stunning. Better than expected.
    We are forever greatful. Thank you Avant Garden for making our wedding so wonderful!

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    Sonya and Amhad,
    Thank you for the prompt (and nice) review!
    It was a pleasure to assist you and your family with your wedding. Never before I saw guests grandparents included, dance so much!
    You have a beautiful family.
    Best wishes and happy new year's to all.
    Mariana and the AvantGarden team
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    Mckenzie Sent on 12/16/2019
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    Unique, Enchanting, Exactly What We Wanted

    My husband Michael and I have been hanging at Avant Garden for years: we used to have tango classes upstairs, and we're there most Monday nights for live jazz or to meet friends for drinks. We'd seen Mariana showing the place to prospective couples time and time again, so when we got engaged, we knew right away we wanted to have our wedding there.

    Avant Garden as wedding venue did not disappoint -- in fact, it blew us away! Mariana works so well with couples and makes the process so easy. As someone who plans large events for work I know how stressful and complicated it can be contrasting different quotes and vendors and trying to pin down every single detail, even details you've never thought of before.

    Having our wedding at Avant Garden made planning so straightforward, with Mariana asking us all the right questions to help us think through exactly what we wanted for our day. She is a true industry professional and yet engages with the personalism of a friend.

    The space is totally unique and beautiful. It shows up great in pictures and feels like an enchanted garden, with courtyard hangings, all kinds of plants and greenery, and a darling spiral staircase. Mariana works with you so that you can customize as much as you would like (she can provide a dj; we chose to bring our own; that worked just as well) and she can take care of the rest.

    We highly recommend Avant Garden as a wedding venue, event space, and classic all-around neighborhood bar. Thank you to Mariana and the team!

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    McKenzie and Michael,
    I was very excited when you choose us for your wedding. It was a lot of fun to assist you with your special day. Your wedding was beautiful, your family and guests were great.
    Best wishes from the AvantGarden team.
    I hope you come back soon for Jazz and pizza :)
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    Casey Sent on 12/14/2019
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    Best night ever!

    We had a fantastic wedding at Avant Garden - it could not have gone any better. Mariana is a true professional and her relaxed demeanor ensured that we had a calm, stress free wedding from the planning to the final event.

    Package: We went with the top package and I would recommend it. Mariana and her team crafted a gorgeous version of the colorful wedding we wanted complete with a bespoke arch, bouquet, and centerpieces.

    Venue: This place is a hidden oasis in Houston. It's so different from any other venue and was the first and only place we toured. If you're someone who appreciates vintage charm you'll love this space. The house contains enough space for guests' needs without making anyone feel isolated or cramped. We created a little cigar bar in the upstairs patio the dads loved.

    I recommend going for a bar visit in addition to a tour. We went on Friday evening with friends. It was so calm, people were playing chess and relaxing with friends. An impromptu jazz band broke out and we felt like we were back in New Orleans.

    Food: The food was amazing. Guests loves the ability to order the tacos of their choice (including veggie options) from the food truck. They also had a long bar full of fresh toppings such as roasted jalapeños. We recommend going for the pizza package. They have a wood burning pizza oven on site and carried trays of artisan pizza around on the dance floor. Guests raved about the pizza.

    Music: Loved the DJ and the guests enjoyed him too. He played hits for the older folks coupled with more current music for us. We loved when he would come out and dance with me or my mom because he made the party.

    Overall, this was one of the best nights of my life and my husband and I are so grateful to have this memory. Mariana and her team are relaxed and professional, you could not ask for a better crew of artists to help you get hitched.

    Thank you Mariana and the Avant Garden Team!

    P.S. The photos are by Platinum Water Photography (Credit: https://www.platinumwaterphoto.com)

    AvantGarden's reply:

    Casey you were such a unique and easy-going bride, it was a lot of fun to assist you. We loved your friends and you family, everyone was very nice. And they had a blast :)
    Best wishes from the AG team 💜
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    vintage dream!

    My husband and I wanted a unique place. We had been to AvantGarden for a poetry reading and instantly knew this was our wedding venue.
    We requested information and read many reviews.
    The reviews for this venue are really good, however our wedding was absolutely fantastic. More than what we dreamed of having, for a very reasonable price.
    Mariana and her daughters took care of every detail for us. From the ceremony to the catering, dj, flowers and a delicious mexican style cake. Everything was perfectly coordinated for us so we could enjoy our celebration.
    Our families and friends were impressed with the venue's charm.
    We decided to go with the taco truck for a fun and delicious dinner and the gourmet pizzas from their outdoors brick wood burning oven.
    This is a great place for a wedding, if you are looking for an all inclusive and unique venue.

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    Mari Sol,
    Thank you so much for the lovely review!
    It was wonderful to assist you with your wedding!
    Best wishes from all of us at AvantGarden
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    Excellent venue and incredibly helpful organizer!

    The moment we toured AvantGarden for our wedding, we knew it’d be the perfect venue. Mariana helped us through every aspect of the planning process and kept us on schedule with important decision making milestones. The wedding went smoothy and was a blast! It’s a great layout, and months later we still get comments from our family and friends about how much fun they had.

    Mariana typically recommends using the on-site taco truck (Taqueria El Palomo) for the wedding, and while we were skeptical at first, it was absolutely the right decision. The food there is incredible and your guests won’t be disappointed. They can accommodate dietary restrictions (vegetarian, gluten-free, etc.) as well.

    Mariana, we can’t thank you enough for helping us on our wedding day!
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    Nicole Sent on 10/27/2019
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    Unique and Personalized Wedding Experience

    When my husband and I began our search for a venue we were discouraged by prices, what venues offered, and the lack of uniqueness in properties. All that changed when we found Avant Garden! We were instantly impressed with the uniqueness of the space, the value, the amount of in-house vendors (and the flexibility if you did not want to use those vendors), and the ease and confidence of the owner. Throughout the process the owner, Mariana, communicated with us the things we needed to complete and answered any questions we had along the way. Our wedding was 10/19/19 and everything turned out beautifully! Mariana made sure to help coordinate our night and checked on us continually to see if we needed anything. Her daughter even took it upon herself to go to the drugstore during our reception to get me something I needed! We have received so many compliments from our guests on the decor, the venue, and especially the food. We were initially hesitant to used the taco truck on-site but we are so glad we did! We've had multiple guests ask how they can get a hold of the tacos again because they were that good. We had a Lord of The Rings themed reception and one of the bartenders made us a themed signature drink and wrote on the chalkboard in Elvish for us
    (a total surprise and not a request)! Mariana's daughter is also in charge of the florals at Avant Garden and did an amazing job. She made me and my bridesmaids absolutely beautiful bouquets, I told her I wanted something unique with lots of texture and she nailed it! Mariana and her team really know what they are doing. If you are looking to have a wedding that feels personalized and special that people will talk about long after the party go with Avant Garden!

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    Nicole,
    An overdue thank you! for the lovely review.
    I enjoyed very much assisting you with your very unique wedding. I had lots of fun meeting with you and talking about your vision. I'm very glad you were happy with my services :)
    Happy holidays and best wishes from the AvantGarden team 💛
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    Valentina Sent on 10/27/2019
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    Beyond expectations!

    “We were married at AvantGarden on September 15, 2019. From start to finish Mariana and her daughter Minerva were amazing!! They made the planning process easy and removed a lot of stress and worry the day of our wedding. They are truly professionals who excel at organizing and keeping an anxious bride calm. The venue is magical, and it was a fairy tale event that was over way too soon!! We went with the taco truck for our dinner catering and it was the best catering choice we could have made. Everyone from the venue including the florist, the dj and the bartenders were awesome! We definitely recommend AvantGarden and Mariana's team for a magical wedding! Will upload photos soon!
    Valentina and Raphael.

    AvantGarden's reply:

    Valentina and Raphael, it was our pleasure to assist you and your wonderful parents with your wedding.
    Thank you so much for trusting the AvantGarden team. Best wishes from all of us. :)
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    Katherine Sent on 10/24/2019
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    Eclectic venue with lots to offer

    Mariana and the whole AvantGarden team did a fantastic job hosting my wedding on 10/05/19. The venue itself is well-maintained and so charming and eclectic, with many beautiful spots for taking wedding pictures too. The value is really good because you get a lot along with the location. Bars onsite, sound systems, tables, linens, set-up and tear-down, great friendly staff, and of course Mariana herself, who acts as a day-of coordinator making sure everything runs according to schedule. This is invaluable because with her running the show you can relax and enjoy the special moments with your significant other, and friends and family. Mariana is very flexible and professional and meets with you several times to go over every detail to make sure your day is perfect. She's completely a pro! Her team can also provide flowers and decor, which I decided on very last minute and she was more than agreeable and flexible with, and the flowers and table decorations turned out better than I had ever anticipated. I highly recommend AvantGarden and couldn't have imagined a more perfect and magical place to host my wedding!
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    Absolutely wonderful!

    From our first meeting to the end of our wedding night, Mariana was a such calming presence. Mariana is such an expert in what she does, and to be quite honest, I don't know if I would have been able to plan my wedding without Mariana's help. My husband and I both have  jobs that keep us pretty busy, and knowing that someone else could take care of pretty much everything surrounding our wedding was a true life saver. She made planning our wedding such a breeze - I actually felt guilty a few times when people asked me if I was stressed out by wedding planning because I really had no reason to be stressed. I knew that Mariana was taking care of everything. For example, for the flower centerpieces for the tables for the reception, I just sent her some inspiration photos and said, if you could do something similar to this, that would be great. The result was fantastic and beautiful and honestly, better than anything I could have suggested.

    Our wedding ended up being even better than we could have ever hoped (and we had pretty high hopes/expectations!) and it was due to Mariana and her wonderful staff. Don't be fooled by the fact that the venue is a bar during the week, Mariana and her staff were so professional and so on top of it that this could have been a wedding in the fanciest and most expensive venue in town. The bartenders were very generous, the staff were so kind, and the food was amazing! We used both the pizza oven (for the cocktail hour) and the taco truck (for dinner) and we received so many compliments! A lot of people mentioned to us that it was the best food they ever had at a wedding and others were excited to find out the taco truck was permanently there so they could come back and eat there again. I'm so happy I picked Avant Garden for our wedding venue - it was truly perfect!

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    Jovana thank you so much for the review.
    It was my pleasure to assist you with your wedding!
    Such an easy going couple and such great families and friends, we had a lot of fun helping you coordinate the details
    Best wishes and much love!
    Mariana and the AG team 💖
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    Wedding Dream

    Avant Garden was everything I imagined it to be. Mariana was great to work with, very responsive and on point with the details needed for a wedding. She turned everything we envisioned into our reality and made our day extra special. The taco truck was a huge hit, the music and atmosphere has been raved on for days. I would do it all over again and again.
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    This venue was everything I could have wanted. Great packages, great price, great staff!!

    I could not say more about our experience. Avant- Garden has an amazing ambiance and great staff but Mariana is the key! She helps bring your vision to life and makes it happen! She made the process of planning my wedding completely painless. This was a one stop shop for ceremony, reception, food, drinks, flowers, dj- you name it. Their packages make the wedding planning process stress free. I couldn’t recommend this place more
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    Grayson Sent on 05/27/2019
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    Avant Garden

    Planning a wedding with Mariana at Avant Gardens was like a breath of fresh air. She shared her expertise and ideas how to create the wedding vibe my daughter described and then implemented the plan to the last thoughtful detail. And when we had a larger crowd than originally anticipated, she was very flexible and made the changes that allowed the intimate feeling to remain. Avant Garden provides full wedding services that removes the stress of wedding planning from coordinating with the food truck to creating unique flower arrangements for the tables and wedding party and the adding special touches that made the wedding envisioned in my daughter’s head a reality. Thank you for a wonderful wedding experience!
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    This place is magical!

    I can't give this place and Mariana enough praise! If you're looking for something on a smaller scale, that is artsy with a bit of historical charm, this is the place for you. I was a pretty low maintenance bride to begin with so I think that worked in my favor, I knew it would be gorgeous no matter what because the venue is just so freaking beautiful! Also, working with Mariana was a breeze. She showed us pictures of previous weddings she had done with different kinds of centerpieces, colors, and bouquets. I could tell that she had a good eye for things and that anything she put together would turn out better than what I could imagine. It was very easy for me to put my trust in her and the overall process.
    When it comes to the food, you need to go with the taco truck. You'll get compliments on the food for weeks to come.
    Mariana helped us coordinate everything the day of the wedding and kept us on track the entire evening from start to finish. We could not have done it without her and my wedding could not have been any more perfect! We can't to visit again for some tacos and sangria!
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    Avant was Amazing!

    Mariana and her team made our day perfect! She is so organized and took all the stress off of us. I never felt like a detail would be missed throughout the entire planning process. She is extremely flexible. All of our guest had a great time and really complemented her staff. They were attentive and so friendly. The food was amazing and I would highly recommend the taco truck that is onsite. There isn’t a thing that I would have changed about my wedding and Avant made it possible!
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    Amazing Wedding Venue for Ceremony and Reception

    We got married this past January at Avant Garden and everything was perfect! Mariana really is a pro with making everything run smooth throughout the entire event. Everything from the ceremony to the dinner to the dancing and firework send off. Can’t wait to see all the pictures once they’re back from the photographer (: Would recommend Avant Garden to anyone looking for a beautiful venue with outstanding staff
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    Beautiful, stress-free amazing wedding

    We had our wedding ceremony and reception at AvantGarden at the beginning of December (2018). From the planning to execution, the food and the venue, the atmosphere was great and everyone had a fantastic time. It was better than we could have ever imagined!
    Mariana’s knowledge and experience as an event planner and ‘day of’ coordinator was invaluable to us. She took so much stress out of the wedding planning and organization and put together something that far exceeded our expectations. On the wedding day she kept everything running on schedule and even made sure that myself and the groom stopped to have something to eat. We didn’t have to do anything apart from enjoy our day and spend time with our guests.
    The flowers and decorations really were both creative and stunning, my bouquet and the centerpieces were really amazing. We had the on-site taco truck cater and they were fantastic; the set up is really nice and the quality is outstanding – no one was left hungry and we received a lot of compliments.
    The DJ was great and kept everyone entertained and kept the order of events moving along, the bartenders and service staff were friendly, attentive and professional!
    We have been told by so many of our guests that they really had the best time and just how much they loved the venue, the food and the atmosphere - we only have Mariana and the AvantGarden team to thank for that as they really worked hard to make it amazing.
    Thank you, AvantGarden, for making our day so memorable and special, for all of the right reasons!
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    Houton Sent on 01/02/2019
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    A New Year's Eve Wedding

    This place is amazing on a regular basis but my wife and I had our wedding there two days ago and it was A.MAZ.ING.

    Even with two other weddings that weekend, Mariana and her staff gave us super personalized attention and kept the event flowing so seamlessly that we really got to enjoy our party.

    We had ~150 guests and it never felt crowded inside or out. The house has so much depth and history that our guests were never bored. During our toasts, the DJ moved upstairs and we hailed our guests to follow, really allowing everyone to let loose and have just the best party. While we lost our minds on the dance floor, Mariana and her team consolidated everything we needed to take with us.

    This was our day and we could not be happier that we spent it here.
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    Travis Sent on 11/16/2018
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    AvantGarden is amazing!

    AvantGarden is such a unique and beautiful place to get married. Mariana was so accommodating and handled so many of the little details, the decorations, the flowers, the DJ, everything went off without a hitch. The on-site taco truck and pizza oven were fantastic!

    Thank you, Avant Garden, for the perfect wedding!
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    Tege Sent on 10/31/2018
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    A gem in Houston

    Avant Garden was the perfect venue for our wedding, The casual glamour and perfect location within Houston makes Avant Garden a rare gem. Mariana and her team are flexible for any requests and are always positive and helpful, responding to emails and meeting several times to iron out details. Our guests will not stop talking about how magical our night was. Highly recommend!

    AvantGarden's reply:

    Trudy thank you so much for the review! We enjoyed being part of your wedding. You're both wonderful. Best wishes!
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    perfect for our wedding

    My husband and I were invited to a wedding at this place a year before we decided to get married. We were enchanted by the unique ambiance and the character AvantGarden has to offer. And even though we wanted to choose a different venue at first because we share so many friends with the couple who's wedding we attended, we just went with our instinct and booked it here. That was the right decision! We ended up with close to 200 guests. At first we were nervous about the large attendance, but it all went smoothly thanks to Mariana and her staff. Our only regret: not hiring the taco truck. Our friends did and their food was much better than the expensive catering we chose. Everything was beautiful. We strongly recommend AvantGarden!

    AvantGarden's reply:

    Theo, thank you so much for the nice review! It was a pleasure to assist you both with your wedding! Best wishes from the AvantGarden team!
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    Kristine Sent on 10/28/2018
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    Everything we wanted and more

    We had our wedding and reception at Avant Garden in March 2018. While we knew what we didn’t want in a wedding venue, we weren’t completely sure what we did want - until we visited Avant Garden and met Mariana. We had no intentions of hiring a wedding planner and were starting from scratch, but Mariana was reassuring and invested in making our day special in our own way from day one. The wedding packages she offered were customizable to meet our needs and budget, and Mariana was accommodating to all of our questions and special requests throughout the planning process. On the day of the wedding, the venue looked more beautiful than we imagined it would, thanks to the additional decorations and touches from Mariana and her team. The back patio setup was perfect for our 118 guests. We chose to keep the dance floor outside, which worked out very well and kept our non-dancers entertained all night long. Everyone loved the onsite taco truck, which catered our dinner with delicious food that our out-of-town guests are still talking about. Mariana and her team didn’t miss a beat that evening - constantly working to make sure we were sticking to the schedule, flipping the setup from the ceremony to the reception, clearing plates and even working with the mariachi band we added at the last minute. Our wedding day ended up being everything we wanted - welcoming, beautiful and so much fun - thanks to Avant Garden.
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    Javier Sent on 10/24/2018
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    10/20/2018 Wedding

    My wife and I had our wedding here on 10/20/2018. We decided to do it at Avant Garden because we loved the venue's quaint and intimate feel, the cost was in our budget, and Mariana (owner) was very informative when we inquired.

    Since neither of us had ever planned an event like this, Mariana made sure we had all our ducks in a row. We had communicated via emails, text messages, and meetings about the details of the venue. We simply talked to Mariana about what we wanted and she made it happen! She really paid attention to the style we were looking for and executed it perfectly. The only thing we had to arrange was the food (she gave suggestions), valet (we used her recommended provider), and the photographer. Mariana was also very flexible with our requests. She even allowed us to have our small dog present all night.

    The day before the wedding we had a rehearsal and everything was pretty straight forward. On the day of we basically just arrived and Mariana and her staff were outstanding! Mariana handled all of the details flawlessly. The night could not have gone better, I would highly recommend Avant Garden.
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    Tiffany Sent on 10/24/2018
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    Magical, beautiful, unique, fun

    I am beyond thankful to have chosen AvantGarden as our wedding venue. It's a magical place with a lot of charm. The owner, Mariana, is wonderful to work with. She served as our wedding coordinator throughout the planning process, which was really priceless. She and her team truly made our wedding day magical and beautiful. They made all of the floral arrangements and my bouquet, and they were more beautiful than I could have ever imagined. They also decorated the wedding cake, and it turned out so perfect. The venue itself is beautiful on its own, so there isn't much decorating to do. Perfect for the bride who doesn't want to DIY!! We received SO MANY compliments on the wedding and the venue. All of our guests had a ton of fun, and they all really appreciated the unique atmosphere. Also, I highly recommend using the on-site taco truck for the catering. The food is delicious and all of our guests raved about the tacos!
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    Adela Sent on 10/16/2018
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    We're glad we choose this venue!

    What an amazing venue! AvantGarden is beautiful and the service second to none. We knew we wanted AvantGarden for our special day, best decision ever. So many magical spots for romantic photos, we loved the vintage look of the venue. The food from the taco truck and their service was fabulous and all our guests were impressed by the humble yet absolutely delicious food. Real texmex. Would certainly recommend it for a wedding!

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    Adela thank you for the beautiful review! It was our pleasure to assist you!
    Best wishes from the AvantGarden Team!
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    Noney Sent on 09/06/2018
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    We recently had our wedding at this location and I wanted to review this venue while all the details are still fresh in my mind. Mariana, the venue owner is fair and honest. She works hard for your event making sure it flows as perfectly as possible. My wife and I had very little financial help, paying for our own wedding. Mariana allows payments over the entire span of the booking which made our lives so much easier. I found the most important part of this process was to be working with someone who communicated well and who truly loved their work and was not all about dollar bills. The DJ played all songs from our list and people danced their butts off. The flower arrangements were breathtaking! We hired Mariana to do all of our decorating. Our guests kept raving about the coolness of the details! The AvantGarden staff were amazing, courteous and constantly attentive, specially Mariana’s daughters! This venue sells itself. It’s a neat old historic mansion in the heart of Houston with a unique bohemian flair. The parking lot is small but as per Mariana’s recommendation we hired the valet services, and everything went smoothly. If you want an easy and beautiful wedding call AvantGarden! We’re happy we had ours here! Marcel and Noney

    AvantGarden's reply:

    Noney and Marcel, I had a great time assisting you with your wedding. You are a funny and fun couple. I hope you come back to visit! Congratulations and much happiness to you both!
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    Lindsey Sent on 07/13/2018
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    Our wedding at AvantGarden was absolutely incredible. This venue is unique, fun, and memorable, and Mariana is just fantastic and was extremely flexible in working with us. Our 65 guests seemed to really enjoy themselves and the all loved the food (I definitely recommend the taco truck; delicious and a great price).

    AvantGarden is such a cool place - once you step into the garden canopy in the back of the house, you will quickly forget you are on busy Westheimer. Aside from one fire truck, I did not notice any road noise at all. There are so many different areas for guests to explore and enjoy (upper balcony, front patio, upstairs dance floor, downstairs, etc.) and the whole place was decorated beautifully.

    My husband and I began wedding planning 2.5 months before the date, so we chose to go with the most inclusive package. We trusted Mariana's artistic and professional judgement - and I am glad we did because she delivered a wedding even more beautiful than we could have imagined. She also recommended a number of vendors (food truck, photographer, hair&makeup) who we used for the wedding and were extremely happy with their services as well.

    We got married at the end of June and even though I was worried about the heat and humidity, we had lots of fans running during ceremony and the outdoor dinner, but I never once felt uncomfortable (and I didn't hear any complaints from my guests, either.) Just make sure if you have someone videoing your ceremony, they are prepared for the loud fans and can filter the noise out when editing.

    We had a couple hiccups with the DJ who was backfilling for the regularly scheduled DJ, but Mariana was on top of the situation and kept the event running smoothly all night. Other than that, everything went perfectly.

    If you are looking for a venue that is both offbeat and beautiful, I highly recommend checking out AvantGarden. We couldn't be happier with our experience.
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    My entire wedding planning experience was amazing thanks to AvantGarden. With the owner Mariana, I felt like I had a personal wedding planner and director without the price tag of one. The venue was reasonably priced and completely all inclusive...I literally only had to order the cake to be delivered to them and drop a couple personal items off to her the day before that we wanted included, she did EVERYTHING else!! The venue was beautiful! We also hired the on site taco truck for our dinner which was the hit of the night. The food was amazing! Everyone said the bartenders had heavy hands as well ;) Mariana was very attentive to all of our needs and the night ran perfectly! Such a fabulous, beautiful, and unique venue...you will not regret choosing AvantGarden!!!
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    Mariana was amazing! She was easy to work with and taliored the event perfectly for our personalities and needs.

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    Jodie, thank you so much to take the time to write a review! It was a pleasure to assist you with your wedding! Cheers!
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    Such a quaint, romantic and intimate location! We had our wedding here, and the coordinator, Mariana, did such a great job pulling it all together. She gives you lots of options, and is very flexible when it comes to using your own services, etc. In the end, we had a fantastic time and couldn't ask for a better wedding venue, and all of our wedding guests said nothing but good things about the venue. Definitely recommend!
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    Andrew Sent on 12/30/2017
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    Great venue! Was there for one of my friend’s wedding. It was beautiful and outside with twinkling lights. The food from the taco catering truck was delicious. I had a great time, and my friend was very happy with her wedding.
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    Ashley Sent on 12/28/2017
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    The venue director takes your experience seriously. Making sure you are having the type of event you personally desire is her number one priority.
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    Felisa Sent on 10/29/2017
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    This venue was the perfect place for our wedding. The event coordinators were super sweet and easy to communicate with. The ambiance is perfect with all the greenery and twinkling lights. It was like a magical fairy garden. I recommend renting the taco truck for an easy catering option. Thank you Mariana for making our night so special!
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