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    Jeanne & Dave’s Wedding 7/12/2025

    Everything from the planning to the day was perfect! The food, the service, the staff was wonderful. All our guests were so impressed with everything, including the perfect sunset. The referrals given for the trolley, the Chocolate Carosel bakery and the DJ (Shout out to Paul at The Point) for doing a fabulous job! We had the best time ever!
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    Best day of our lives

    My husband and I were married on the River Queen on June 14th. The food and service were top notch. I do not have one single complaint from our special day. All of the workers on board were so professional and friendly and really go above and beyond to make your wedding experience a wonderful one. All of our guests really enjoyed this unique venue. Although the weather was not optimal, 62 and raining I wouldn’t change a thing! We had a smaller wedding of 65 guests and it was so intimate and comfortable. I would highly recommend this venue for a stress free intimate wedding! Thank you River Queen for one of the best days of my life 💕
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    Wonderful experience!

    We had a wonderful experience on the River Queen. The crew was friendly and helpful. The food was delicious and plentiful. We had a group of 30 people and they all keep telling me what a fun way to spend Mother's Day.
    Thank you for a great experience with our family.
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    Karissa Sent on 12/02/2024
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    Wedding cruise!

    Got married this past weekend on The River Queen and it was amazing!! They were so easy to work with and handle pretty much everything!! The food was delicious and the boat is just beautiful!! Everyone had an amazing time!
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    Highly Recommend

    Had the best night for our wedding! Staff was awesome, food was delicious, sunset on the water was beautiful! We got nothing but positive feedback on the entire night. Everyone raved about how unique and fun it was. Highly recommend them!
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    Wedding Celebration

    This was the perfect venue to celebrate our wedding. The staff were extremely helpful right from the start. They helped with the planning including the supplying good vendors to work with. The crew during the event were courteous, attentive, and couldn’t do enough for us.
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    Victoria Sent on 04/15/2024
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    Bridal Shower

    I had my daughter’s bridal shower here and everyone can’t stop talking about how beautiful it was. The crew is amazing and made the experience that much better. The food was really good and loved the fresh baked cookies.
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    Jessica Sent on 12/18/2023
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    The most special surprise wedding

    I would whole heartedly recommend The River Queen/Belle. They helped us to execute a surprise wedding with swiftness, kindness, & consideration. They were very responsive to every question we had and made sure that everything came together smoothly. Specifically, Sharon, Marlene, & Capt Bogan, all made sure everything was perfect. The day of the event the entire team couldn't have been more friendly or helpful and they were beyond patient with our mixed aged guests which included children as well. The boat was beautifully kept and the food was delicious. Anyone considering an event should highly consider this as an option, you will not be disappointed.
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    Danielle Sent on 09/29/2023
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    River Wedding!

    We got married on the River Queen this summer and it was truly a beautiful day. The staff were so accommodating and attentive especially with a few hiccups. Multiple people raved about the cocktail hour sushi and overall food. The cruise was so unique and guests really enjoyed being outside on the water. 10/10 would recommend a wedding on the boat if you’re looking for a rockstar staff and a different venue that will be so memorable to you and your guests!
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    Shaina Sent on 07/27/2023
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    Incredible, unique wedding venue

    Having my wedding on the River Queen exceeded my expectations. I was nervous our 120 guest count would feel crowded on the boat but it never felt that way. The staff went above and beyond to my our day perfect. The staff was also great with any thing I needed help with leading up to our big day. It was truly the unique and non traditional wedding my husband and I were hoping for!
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    Our Wedding Was Perfect

    The River Queen offers such a special and unique wedding venue. We worked with Sharon who was absolutely great. She was communicative and worked with me to plan the exact wedding we were hoping for. A gentleman, who I believe was named Nick (sorry!), helped us the day of to ensure the wedding ran smoothly and we knew what to expect at each step. He was a real lifesaver and made me feel totally calm that day. The River Queen is a great, non traditional option that actually ends up being much more affordable than a separate venue and caterer. It even rained during our wedding but the water droplets on all the windows made the boat look extra magical. I can't wait to visit the River Queen again.
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    Perfect wedding day!!!!

    Everyone aboard the boat was about making this party exactly what we wanted. They were there when we needed them with water, with food, and even with my shoes. We got great feedback from our guest they loved the food, the atmosphere, and the drinks. The boat was beautiful, well maintained and the staff and captain worked everything seamlessly to let us have one less stress on the big day. I would definitely use this venue again. I would definitely recommend this to anyone having a party or wedding, I would definitely rate them a 10 out of 10 for everything they did for me and my husband. It was easy, well managed, everyone easy to work with and a pleasure to meet everyone involved with the company. Thank you for all you did for us hopefully we can use you in the future for another party!!
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    Wedding experience

    Amazing time! Staff made sure my wedding day was perfect!
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    The River Queen Rules

    Our original plans were canceled due to Covid and we didn’t want to wait so we booked the River Queen and they did not let us down! They were very responsive since day one and the service on our wedding day was outstanding. I can’t wait to book again for future celebrations!
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    The most relaxing and enjoyable wedding!

    Every aspect of planning and execution was easy! The food was delicious and the service was outstanding. I have had many friends/family tell me it was the best wedding they had ever been to. It was very relaxing and we had a gorgeous evening! I would definitely recommend the River Queen!
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    Unforgettable

    We had a brunch cruise wedding in the beginning of May. It’s now January and our guests still talk about it! Even our guests that were worried about motion sickness had a great time. The River Queen is absolutely beautiful of its own and didn’t need much decoration to be the perfect venue for our wedding. The staff was very helpful and everything ran smoothly. Food was delicious too.
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    Fantastic adventure

    MY DAUGHTER'S WEDDING WAS IN JUNE 2018. I AM BEYOND IMPRESSED WITH THE SERVICE AND CARE PROVIDED BY THE STAFF OF THE RIVER BELLE. IF YOU HAVE AN EVENT, THIS IS THE PLACE TO HAVE IT
    ! THE BOGEN FAMILY WILL TAKE CARE OF YOU!
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    Best. Venue. Ever. Our wedding was unforgettable and so much fun!! Our guests couldn't stop talking about how cool and unique our reception was, and of course the fresh baked chocolate chip cookies at the end were a solid touch. :):) Sharon also made our life so easy since they provide a list of suggested vendors who know the boat well, and basically the night just plans itself. 10/10 every time for any event!
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    Leigh Sent on 10/25/2016
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    The food was superior!!! The staff did all they could to accommodate our needs including staying under the bridge while our guests went downstairs for dinner as it was raining!!!! They also made sure that guests who were unable to use stairs were served and included.....
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    I would recommend this venue to anyone that wants a non complex wedding, where everything is done for you with the exception of the decorating. The staff was amazing with helping me answer all my ridiculous questions, and pleasantly I might add. Definitely choose The River Queen or Belle for your wedding venue, we loved it!!
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    We knew we had found our wedding venue as we were walking up to the River Queen. From our first conversation until we were walking away from our reception, Sharon and her crew were nothing short of fantastic! Sharon laid out a plan for the day that let us say our vows onboard, dance our first dance, eat fabulous food, and sail into the sunset! We carried the riverboat theme from our invites to our decor and even my 'riverboat gambler' attire. Planning with Sharon was simple and straightforward so we could focus on the many other intricacies for the perfect day. And perfect it was.! Melissa attended to our every need, removing that last bit of worry, allowing us to just enjoy our family and friends and the perfect weather! Everyone raved about the food and the service and I am happy to give the River Queen a 5-star rating!
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    The entire experience was very enjoyable. The staff was really pleasant and very professional. Everything ran very smoothly and all of the guests were very happy. Thanks for a great time!
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    We highly recommend the cruise. Everyone had a great time. The food and service were great, all well as the weather.
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    Helen Sent on 07/06/2016
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    We had our wedding on July 2nd and it was the most amazing time! Great time and definitely a great staff! Food was amazing! Staff was so friendly and made sure each and every moment was just what we wanted! Our guests are still talking about our wedding and most state they would prefer to get married on the River Queen than any where else. Definitely an unforgettable experience!!
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    Our experience on The River Belle was everything we could have hoped for. Our guests raved about our event, the food, the staff, the view - everything was perfect. We highly recommend the River Belle and it's staff - both in the office and on board. Just an excellent experience from beginning to end.
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    Nancy Sent on 05/26/2016
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    We were married on September 20, 2014 on the River Belle in Point Pleasant. The entire experience was a dream come true from beginning to end. Everyone was friendly and accomodating and went the extra mile to make sure we had everything we needed. Our guests are still talking about what an incredible evening it was from the delicious food and the amazing band (The Suspects) to the fantastic views and outstanding cake ( Chocolate Carousel). We even had fireworks displays for an added bonus!
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    Everything was perfect for our day - The staff was very friendly and took care of everything on the day of the event. The process for booking our event was very easy -- the staff was very accommodating to whatever special requests. The recommendations made were excellent. Thank you to all - staff of the Rvier Queen, Points DJ, Chocolate Carosel ( Cake).
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    I truly cannot say enough nice things about the River Queen and their staff. We got married this past weekend, and of course, a clipper system came and ruined all our plans of getting married on the beach. The staff at the River Queen was so responsive, and allowed us to change the ceremony to the boat with only one day left before the wedding. Once we got on the boat, we were immediately greeted by the fantastic staff members who worked our wedding. Throughout the night they were making sure that we were okay, providing us with information about what was going to happen next, and making sure all our guests were okay. The staff truly went above and beyond to make sure that we were having a good time, and even helped me when I was having dress issues and helped get the cake out of my hair!! If I could give the River Queen higher than a 5.0/5.0 I would, and I would not have changed a single thing. I cannot thank them enough for how great they made our wedding night.
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    Our photographer and videographer recomended them to us. They put on an excellent wedding. I had many comments from my guests during and after that said it was the best wedding they had ever been to. The boat was very smooth, if it weren't for the beautiful scenery during the trip you wouldn't have even known you were on a boat. Nobody got sea sick or anything like that. Much cheaper than a banquet hall and much more fun. Highly recommended. I recommended to a friend who was not at my wedding and him and his wife loved it too. Email rjvetick@gmail.com if you have questions.
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    Excellent day, great planning support!! Usually an event location like this is all about the location and other areas suffer. Not on River Queen, food was much better than expected!! Desserts were unbelievable!! We highly recommend either River Belle or River Queen for any event.
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    Having our wedding on the River Queen was one of the most amazing nights of our lives! Everyone STILL raves about how much fun they had that night....and how "different" the idea was to have a wedding on a party boat. The staff was so very accommodating and went above and beyond to please my husband and I as well as our guests. Working with the Bogan family to prepare our wedding was like working with family of our own. They are the most down to earth people and really take pride in their establishment. The food is cooked and prepared by family and the quality was top notch to say the least! Anyone who is looking for a summer wedding idea - should, without hesitation, consider having their special night on the River Queen!
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    Wonderful communication! Awesome office staff, and boat staff. Everyone was on top of things from top to bottom, and things were done before I could even get a chance to ask for them to be done. Made things very easy and stress free. Very laid back atmosphere, exactly what my husband and I wanted!
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    We are going on our 5th annual event with the River Queen - very pleased with the office and the service during the event.
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    Helen Sent on 03/21/2016
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    Everyone I spoke with from my initial phone call for information to the night of the event was friendly, informative and responsive to all my questions and needs. I would recommend them to anyone who is planing a special event. They made my daughter's Sweet 16 a magical night she will always remember.
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    My reception was on The River Queen on 9/26/2015. It was a beautiful day. The boat embarked around 6pm and what a beautiful view we had. The sun setting, people dancing, and the freeing atmosphere. It was a smooth ride, no rocking, food was excellent and staff was very pleasant/accommodating. Working with Sharon and her whole team was a breeze.
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    Our Wedding was unique and fun!
    The staff was wonderful!

    The special memories we have will last a lifetime.

    Thank you River Queen!
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    Katherine Sent on 04/01/2015
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    My husband and I had our July 12, 2014 wedding on the River Queen. All of my guests said it was the most fun wedding they have ever attended. The staff was wonderful and attentive, attending to everything that we needed. The weather was great and our guests enjoyed a beautiful sunset cruise. The staff were so easy to work with throughout the entire process, from picking out food to add-ons that came later, they met every request with professionalism. My husband and I are trying to find an excuse to host an event on the River Queeb again. We would recommend it to anyone!
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    My husband and I love dinner dance cruises so we immediately knew that this was the perfect wedding venue for us. The staff is great! The day was beautiful and everyone had a great time.
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    Sharon and her crew aboard the River Queen in Brielle did an amazing job for our reception. They were very accommodating and offered flawless service. Very friendly and took care of all of our needs. Any special requests were taken care of by Sharon and everyone had a great time. I hope to go back to the River Queen again for any other event. The cruise was fantastic, people are still raving about what a good time they had and how unique the river boat idea was for a reception! I am grateful for their help and patience with us as we planned our reception. I would highly recommend this company!
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    Jane Sent on 08/24/2009
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    We had our wedding on the River Queen on July 18, 2009. Everyone invited said it was the most fun wedding they have ever attended. Captain Adam officiated at the ceremony and made a beautiful and quick ceremony. It was a beautiful evening and the view on the river was fantastic. The food was great. I liked that I didn't have to decorate too much because the nicely kept boat and the great view were the focal points.The staff could not have been more accommodating. We had several guests with gluten allergies and the staff saved food that was appropriate for them. We used vendors that were recommended by them and were not sorry. The Chocolate Carousel made a beautiful cake for us as well as a gluten free cheese cake. The point DJ's kept the party going strong all night and played all the music that kept everyone dancing. Howie from Shore Photography took great pictures. One of my friends said she felt like she was on on four hour vacation. I can't thank Sharon , the wedding planner from the River Queen, enough. I highly recommend the River Queen as a wedding venue. It was very affordable and it was the best night of my life.
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    As a nervous bride, I was completely overwhelmed with details and decisions that needed to be made for my wedding day. However, the entire staff especially the owner, Sharon Bogan, made my wedding dreams come true! Sharon responded to my every call, every change and every request professionally, timely and truly caring. The River Queen was simply the best choice I could have made to host my special day with family and friends. The amazing food, hospitable staff, flowers, decor - and lets not forget the view- and numerous details too many too describe went off without a hitch! My husband and I were able to enjoy every moment thanks to the many hours of behind the scenes hard work! For a most unique and memorable wedding experience, the River Queen was simply the best!
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    A great time was had by all. The ride down the river was so picturesque and the sunset made photos outstanding. The staff was responsive and professional and I loved working with the owner/planner who had great ideas. The food was also really good. Overall, it was a wonderful, memorable evening.
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    Carla Sent on 09/28/2016
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    doing a seminar on a boat was new for us. However, everyone was very accommodating and helpful. The lunch buffet was tasty - the cookies were great. We would definitely do it again
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    User1649443 Sent on 06/06/2014
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    We had a wonderful wedding on the River Queen. The guests said the food was amazing and the staff remarkable. Lisa and her staff took care to be sure the bride and groom had everything we wanted from drinks to appetizers. She was wonderful throughout the wedding service and made me feel relaxed and confident that everything was perfect and everyone was happy.
    As a nervous bride I worried about everything but the staff assured me that this wasn't their first wedding and everything would be perfect and it was. Great job! My family said it was one of the best weddings they have ever been to.
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    Paula Sent on 09/28/2009
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    Luckily we had a perfect weather day. Everyone was so impressed with the view and the atmosphere, nobody cared about the food - which was good, but not great.
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    Norman Sent on 01/21/2019
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    We loved our day with the River Queen

    Exactly what we were looking for. They were very professional. It takes a little more to do a ceremony and reception on a boat and The River Queen and staff were more than capable. The food was great and the cruise couldn't have been better. We would recommend it to anyone, anytime.
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    April Sent on 10/01/2008
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    Everything was very nice and well organized. Only problem was when the DJ was running late they wanted to leave without him. Luckily we were able to wait.
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    User2560481 Sent on 03/23/2016
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    It rained heavily , so we were not able to leave the dock. Sharon discounted us for our champagne bill, though. Rose was great ( I believe she was our "go-to" person. We had a lot of left over food - I would have liked to be able to take some back with us. - Just hoping that it was donated to someone less fortunate. We had to plan from afar, so that made it difficult, but the River Belle people were gracious and very helpful with our needs. We would definitely recommend this to our friends and family for any important event. The lower mark for flexibility was due to limitations on decor and helpers with decor - they were flexible with visits from family members to check out the venue on 2-3 ocassions.
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    Allan Sent on 08/09/2018
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    FOLLOW UP TO VENDORS RESPONSE : At no point did I never say the the boat wasn't "SAFE" I stated that my wife had nausea, dizziness and a possibility of fainting during the first trimester which isn't safe for being on a boat and didn't feel that was something that should be taken lightly. Every women has different pregnancy's and when trying to get my point across I was quickly shut down and got a earful of nonsense. I don't know any husband who would load their wife on a boat feeling that way and just tell them to suck it up and enjoy the night. While they did offer a refund if they were able to rebook the date. I was also told that I would get a call back with "other options" in a few hours, which I never got regarding any other suggestions. The deposit was $1900 dollars I even suggested a 500 dollar refund and I would eat the rest which I would have been completely okay with. I have never once come across a company so disrespectful and unwilling to accommodate their RETURNING customers ( used for other event ! ) This place is not the only business with refund polices. Companies do bend the rules from time to time to keep their customers happy, its a shame that Bogan and his clan don't really care much about that. Happy Sailing !
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