The Spring Lake Manor Reviews

I had to arrange this party from cross county. The event coordinators were very helpful and provided suggestions for all aspects of the event. The Club room was beautiful and everyone raved about the food. The bartender and servers were wonderful and accommodating. It was a great success.

Over the weekend, I hosted my daughter’s bridal shower at Spring Lake Manor, and it was absolutely amazing. John and his team made the entire booking process effortless. Jillian, the Event Manager, was attentive throughout the event—she was truly fabulous! The entire team that day was wonderful and made everything run seamlessly. I highly recommend booking your event at Spring Lake Manor. You will not be disappointed—you’ll want to host all your events there!

Aidan and I got married here on 9.26.25 and it was everything we ever dreamed of. John and Janine are the best and the food was excellent. They are so helpful and help make your event whatever you need it to be.

This is the second event I have booked at Spring Lake Manor and once again they were just fabulous. The venue is clean and tastefully decorated. We were able to come in and hour before to setup our decorations and gamed for a baby shower. The food was delicious and accommodated gluten-free. They met with us a few weeks before to go over table setup and anything else we could want. They knew the right question to ask. Every step of the way I just felt
that they genuinely just want everyone to have a great time, and they would accommodate whatever we needed to do so. I am very happy.

Great time. Staff was fun and attentive. Made it easy on us as the hosts.

I had my daughter’s baby shower here on 3.30 and it’s was just amazing! The servers & bartender were amazing!!! 🤍
I am still having guest contacting me telling me what a beautiful place it was and food and drinks were amazing!

The owner John & Jillian I worked with booking and they were both amazing!!!

Zachary and I got married on February 21st, 2025. It was truly a wedding we have always dreamed of! John, Jillian, and Janine were FANTASTIC since DAY ONE. The service was also phenomenal! The food was AMAZING and so was the atmosphere. It has been three days day since our wedding and family and friends are still reaching out telling us how much fun they had! I highly, highly, highly recommend having your wedding here at Spring Lake Manor. If I could give more than 5 stars, I would!

This venue and all those whom I worked with on our event was absolutely amazing. The food was delicious and the kitchen was great with working in a timeframe that worked with the flow of our event. We received such great feedback on the venue from all the guest whom attended. This event also encouraged those at our event to want to hold events here as well. I highly recommend everyone come and utilize the services from this team.

amazing wedding. thank you to all of the staff of the spring lake manor making our day sooooo special

OMG!!! We held a baby shower for my daughter on 7/21/24. Everything was beyond perfect. The Atlantic room was beautiful, the food was delicious, the sangria was amazing, the cake was delicious (carousel bakery). The servers were professional, the bartender (Jay) was the nicest, and everyone that worked there was pleasant and personable. I have to say that the owner John is a wonderful man and truly takes pride in the Spring Lake Manor. From beginning to end, he always welcomed us into the manner whenever we stopped in and he made us feel at home. Lastly, a shout out to Jillian. The best!!! She was the person who helped us organize the shower. She was fantastic and so easy to work with. We highly recommend the Spring Lake Manor. You will not be disappointed. Thank you, John, Jillian and staff .

I had the Spring Lake Manor host my 50th birthday back in December. The food was great and the service was excellent. It was a small party, but still an important one. I would recommend this establishment

I would highly recommend the Spring Lake Manor. The only thing that surpassed the excellent food and picturesque venue was the superb staff.
Not only was the food plentiful, but it was delicious and catered to everyone’s pallet. The room was elegant and so very lovely. Many beautiful memories will and have been captured with the stunning ambience of this venue. The dance floor is a wonderful size to dance the night away!
Then there is the highly trained staff that strives to make it the best time for not only your guests, but for the hosts as well. Every request was received with absolute professionalism and understanding. That in itself is golden. The cost was also reasonable- there again a very rare commodity these days as well!
Spring Lake Manor made our night magical and one we will not forget. It was so much fun to finally experience and enjoy an event- we didn’t have to worry about anything because it was taken care for us by this excellent venue!

My husband and I had our daughter's baptism at Spring Lake Manor in the Club Room and the entire experience exceeded our expectations. The food was great, the decor was beautiful, and I honestly want to personally thank our amazing bartender and servers. They were extremely attentive, professional, and kind. I would highly recommend the Spring Lake Manor and look forward to using them for future events!

John and Janine at the Spring Lake Manor are the best of the best. They listened to all our concerns and came up with respectful and logic responses. All dietary needs were met (vegetarian, low sodium, AND gluten free options were available for guests), decor was beautifully set up by Janine and her team, and they worked quickly to turn the room after the ceremony for our reception. Cocktail hour could use a little work - I'd let them know ahead of time to make sure the staff is coming right up to the bride, groom, and their respective families with the passed hors d'oeuvres, otherwise you'll have a hard time eating them. BUT other than that, I really don't have anything negative to say. You ask, they deliver. HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

I can’t rave enough about Spring Lake Manor Everything and everyone was outstanding! Very pretty venue and a fantastic staff. The food was excellent. I’ve had two events there so far. I’m planning on doing another soon.

I recently had my wedding at The Spring Lake Manor on 10.28.23 and I can not say enough nice things. Everything went perfect from start to finish, I would not complain about 1 thing. The food was amazing, the staff was super friendly, and the venue itself is beautiful. John is a hands on owner and is always there for you with any question or concerns. Our maitre'd Janine is absolutely outstanding, she is your go to girl the day of your wedding and she will make your wedding visions come true. I can not thank Janine and the rest of the staff enough for everything they did for my wedding, I already want to plan another event with them! Thank you all for the best night ever! :)

Every interaction I had with the staff at Spring Lake Manor really made me feel special; and I was the mom of the groom. They were very accommodating in so many ways. The food and venue were perfect. Jeanine was the wedding coordinator and top notch. Coincidentally we learned that morning that the person doing our hair was her daughter Rebekah. Definitely recommend her too.

Thank you John, Janine, Jared, and the entire staff at Spring Lake Manor for throwing us a wedding we will never ever forget. John, your communication was consistent and direct throughout our 18 month planning process and I always felt you were available and willing to help answer any and all of our questions. Janine, there are not enough good things that Joe, myself, and our mothers could say about you. When we first met you and John gave us the option to have you as a maitre de or not to have a maitre de, both our mothers knew that we had to use you because you were so amazing and they knew you’d make our wedding night go smoothly. You were attentive to all of my messages and helped me stay calm in crunch time. Everything looked so beautiful the day of and even though we were bummed out that the weather forced cocktail hour inside, you helped us remain calm and transitioned things so smoothly. The staff was attentive all night, and our glasses were never empty and we got whatever we wanted all night long. I think I speak for all of our guests when I say this is a 5 star establishment with true professionals. Thank you so much for everything.

You will not be disappointed when you choose the SLM. John is super easy and accommodating to work with. You will get a wedding coordinator, Janine, who is so detail oriented and was on top of everything. Then the amazing staff who were amazing. I have had a ton of compliments since our wedding on how nice it was! And the food! Wow! Way better than other wedding venues I have been at, people were raving about the food! Thank you John, Janine, and the whole staff for making our day amazing! We will definitely use you in the future for other events when we have a need!

Michael Franchino and I got married at the Spring Lake Manor on Saturday, May 15. EVERYTHING was PERFECT. John and Janine were wonderful to work with throughout the entire wedding planning process. They always answered our emails right away, and Janine set everything up perfectly the night of. Our guests raved about the food too! Highly recommend!

After a 2 year engagement I planned my wedding in 3 weeks. I reached out to Spring Lake Manor and spoke with John, who never once told me no to any request I had. I must have emailed him every day with a question and he always got back to me immediately. The day of my wedding Janine made my vision come to life. Every little detail made my day perfect. The venue is beautiful. The food was delicious! When picking my menu there were more choices than I could have ever imagined! Even during the pandemic, the day was perfect, everyone felt safe and comfortable. I highly recommend The Spring Lake Manor!

Due to COVID, I had to switch my reception site with very little notice, and SLM saved the day. John the owner made sure our special day was everything we dreamed of and more. We held our reception under his beautiful tent with all our closest friends and family. Not only was it a beautiful site, but the food was over the top. Our guests loved the appetizers so much they almost didn't have room for the delicious mains. The service was was smooth and well-coordinated, and John and our Wedding Coordinator made us feel so cared for. I cannot say enough positive things about SLM!

My husband and I celebrated our wedding at the Spring Lake Manor on July 17, 2020 and it was absolutely perfect! This day was truly a bright spot in an otherwise chaotic year. As a “Corona Couple,” our wedding planning was full of uncertainty. We had to adjust our plans many times to meet state requirements. As anyone could imagine, these last-minute changes and decisions were stressful. However, John and his team at Spring Lake Manor made this process as seamless as possible!

There are a few things that set the Spring Lake Manor apart from other venues. The first, and perhaps most important, is the people. John and his team were a pleasure to work with. John was so accommodating, which was particularly important during this uncertain time. He went above and beyond to ensure that our vision was met— considering everything from food and drinks to decor. His staff were just as wonderful. The waiters were warm and friendly, the bartender served delicious drinks with a smile, and the set-up crew provided us with all of our decorative needs. They truly made our wedding experience feel like one-stop shopping!

Another highlight was the incredible food. There were so many tasty options for our guests to enjoy—from the passed hors d'oeuvres at the cocktail hour to the plated dinner to dessert! Our guests were blown away by the variety at each meal. The Spring Lake Manor was also happy to accommodate our guests’ dietary restrictions and allergies, which put us at ease.

Overall, the staff at the Spring Lake Manor went above and beyond to ensure that our guests were safe as we celebrated our special day. We were able to relax a bit knowing that John and his team had our best interests at heart, which was of the utmost importance to us. I would highly recommend this venue to any brides looking for an incredible wedding experience!

John made our day incredible! He was so accommodating! The food was delicious and the staff was so kind and helpful! I couldn’t have asked for anything better! Thank you!

John, Janine and their team are absolutely fantastic. From the minute we booked until after our wedding was over, they treated us like celebrities! Our wedding was a dream, everything we wanted and more! John and Janine made our vision come to life and worked closely with us so the day ran smoothly and was stress free!

Our wedding was over LDW and Janine and John did an excellent job. Janine made sure we always had a drink and got food plates together for us from our buffet. They were quick to respond to all questions throughout the whole process and gave great input. They put together our ceremony down the street at Potter Park and it looked beautiful. Janine was also an excellent help during the rehearsal as we had a large bridal party.. 23 people total. SLM is beautiful inside and didn't really need any additional decorations. 10/10 would recommend.

Our wedding on 5/11/19 was absolutely flawless thanks to John and his amazing team! There was never a single moment that anything went sour thanks to their full dedication to ensuring our wedding day was incredible! I told my wife that the only thing I wish we could do over was the entire wedding again since it was so outstanding!! If we could do it all over again then I wouldn’t even blink an eye before we went with spring lake! Thank you so much to JOHN, FAITh and JEANINE along with the entire crew and his team to ensure our special day was breathtaking!! YES BREATHTAKING

We had our rehearsal dinner at Spring Lake Manor and we’re very happy with how everything turned out. The food and service were great, we would definitely reccomend!

The second we walked into The Spring Lake Manor we knew it was our Wedding Venue for our 10/06/18 wedding. John and Janine were incredible in taking care of everything we could possibly need or think of.

Through the year before our wedding Janine answered all our questions and helped us plan so we could execute our vision. The result was beyond our expectations and walking into the venue on the day and seeing everything setup just how we imagined it set the tone for the rest of the incredible night. Working with Janine is like having an extremely friendly extremely organized wedding planner with no added cost and absolutely no added stress.

The venue itself is gorgeous, we got married in the ballroom and they quickly and seamlessly turned it around for our amazing reception while we were in the cocktail hour. We cannot say enough about how amazing and delicious the food is during both the cocktail hour and the reception and thanks to Janine all the timing was great.

The place has great pricing, John is an absolute delight to work with. Every single time we called or came in with questions or updates we got what felt like VIP treatment. Having the ceremony, cocktail hour, reception AND after party in the same location is such a nice bonus because all our guests really enjoyed every part of it start to finish. We LOVE the Spring Lake Manor, we loved getting married here and we wish we could do it again!!!

The Spring Lake Manor was a dream location to have our wedding! From our first look, we decided to book on the spot. The staff and management of the Manor went above and beyond to ensure our day was a dream, from booking to wedding day. We planned the wedding ourselves and were amazed at how much SLM did to make the day truly special. SLM has center pieces available for use, which were elegant and perfect for the event. Management was available any time we needed them throughout planning and helped solve any issue that arose.
Due to the size of our party, we were able to use both the Atlantic Room for the cocktail hour and the Ballroom for the reception. This allowed us to provide guests with an elegant transition to the reception and dancing. SLM has had updates completed and the space was perfect. The outdoor terrace was a wonderful addition to the party! We were in no shortage of photo locations, but still recommend using the Photo Booth!
We utilized the Bridal Suite to get ready and were well attended if we needed coffee or anything else. The space lead to a fun way to spend the morning before the wedding. While we were getting ready, SLM went to our off-site ceremony location (Huisman Gazebo in Belmar) to set up chairs and decorations. After the ceremony, the Manor handled packing up the Gazebo, making the day worry-free.
Special diets were accommodated to ensure all of our guests enjoyed themselves. Two bars allowed for quick service at the open bar. The staff was kind, quick, and extremely helpful.
I cannot recommend the SLM enough as a wedding venue. The entire day went off without a hitch and the Manor made sure to work with all of our vendors to iron out details (such as setting up) without making us deal with those factors. It was stress-free and absolutely the best day of our lives!!

The Spring Lake Manor was absolutely amazing. People loved the food, the decorations, everything. I had no idea what I was supposed to do, and they walked me through literally everything the day of, including fixing my bustle when it came undone! Seriously the best.
We didn't hire a DJ, and they let us use their sound system. It was only for CDs, but seriously super kind of them to let us use it.
I had a great time, people tell me they had a great time, and things were so much less stressful than I expected. John is so accommodating and kind, it was unbelievable. I hadn't thought about a bunch of things, and he really helped me out (Flowers for the actual ceremony, since I didn't use something in the package he just gave me $100 credit to a local florist, who made very pretty flower pieces for the ceremony).
My only suggestion would be to talk via phone. They do respond to email, but it tends to be a bit slower (the questions asked via email were also not urgent, so that could also be why).
I highly suggest this venue. Food, flowers, everything handled. They've done this so many times, they set things up flawlessly and quickly. It was really nice to not be stressed day of.

Wanted to thank John and the staff at Spring Lake Manor. Just hosted our daughters wedding shower here. The food and the room were perfect. John and the staff made sure every detail was perfect. People are still talking about the food. Thanks for a great day!

I was a nervous bride throughout the whole experience! Everyone at SLM came through for my wedding like I would have never expected! Janine is the GEM of Spring Lake Manor! She helped with dress mishaps not only once but a few times!!! She made sure we always had a drink and food, she even took a pic with us and my flower girl! I traveled from far to have my wedding in a quaint, small venue and I'm soooo happy I did! Thank you Janine, John and the SLM team for making my wedding an amazing day!!! We are looking forward to seeing you in a year!!!

We had the most amazing wedding day at the SLM. John, Janine, and the rest of the team went above and beyond to make the day go smoothly and beyond our expectations. The food was delicious and guests raved that they had the best time. We have also used the Spring Lake Manor prior to our wedding for bridal showers, baby showers, and catering. We highly recommend for any upcoming event!

I had my daughters bridal shower at The Spring Lake Manor on October 9, 2017. Everything was perfect! The venue is beautiful! The food was outstanding! John was so accommodating from my first meeting with him. The staff the day of the shower were OUTSTANDING. Janine went above and beyond for anything I requested. Martine the head waitress was so polite and kind. I would definitely use this venue again!!! SUPERB!

On October 14, 2017, I had my wedding at SLM and it was by far THE BEST DAY EVER. John and Janine are a dynamic duo that make me confidently state that this is the best venue in the area. They are COMMITTED to the bride , the are WILLING to go ABOVE and BEYOND for their couples. I will recommend this venue 110% to any and everyone for the rest of my life. The food was outstanding, the room is breathtaking, and (again) the service was ASTOUNDING. BOOK THEM NOW!

My husband and i recently got married and held our reception at sprung lakr manor. And we're happy we did! Thr ENTIRE staff went above and beyond to make our special night perfect! They all were super friendly, helpful and made sure the night went off with out a hitch. Janine even came to my aid without hesitation when i had a dress malfunction and got me right back to enjoying my night! Food was absolutely amazing, our guests really enjoyed the buffet! Overall over the moon happy with them! Thank you spring lake!!

Let me start by saying Janine and John are great, these two take all the stress out of planning a wedding, we got married 9/29/17. They are there for you from your first contact. Janine is very creative and is willing and able to help you with everything from table settings, table centerpieces, memory tables, favors, etc. The SLM has an excellent staff, very accommodating and their food is phenomenal. The rooms are light and spacious and decorated so elegantly. We really enjoyed ourselves and so did all our guests. We would definitely recommend SLM for any special occasion, our kids had their reception here as well. We look forward to going back for our first anniversary. Thanks, Jackie & Lee

We had our sons rehearsal dinner at the Spring Lake Manor and it was just perfect!
We went to a few venues but when we sat with John he crossed his T's twice and we felt
Very confident using his restaurant. They did everything we asked with a no problem attitude through it all !!! Highly recommend it!

My wife and I got married at the Spring Lake Manor on 9/15/17 and we had the most incredible day. It far exceeded our expectations and the staff at the Manor went above and beyond to make every part of our day perfect. We had a million questions and John and Janine were always there to answer all of them and guide us through the process stress-free. The cocktail hour was outstanding and the food was absolutely delicious. I truly cannot say enough about what a great wedding we had at the Spring Lake Manor and we are so thankful to John and his staff for making our wedding day absolutely perfect.

Spring lake manor exceded all my expectations... From beginning to end for my daughters bridal ahower......The rainbow ballroom the mimosa bar the food 10stars

A year after our wedding at SLM we had our one year anniversary dinner in the Grille Room at SLM. They did not forget us !! Wow what a wonderful time thanks John & Janine ! Shannon did a wonderful job making us feel like we were the only couple in the restaurant !!
God Bless
Randy & Suzanne

Spring Lake Manor did an AMAZING job on our recent August wedding. We had a daytime wedding with a 12PM-5 reception. For the entire year of planning, John and his staff were very responsive to all emails and calls. As a nervous bride, I had lots of questions as well as minor changes to our wedding day, but SLM was as flexible as can be with everything. I never felt like I was bothering anyone with my questions.On our first visit, John suggested many different ceremony and picture sites in the area. Since I was not a local, that really helped. We had our ceremony offsite at the Huisman gazebo in Belmar. The site was set up beautifully with the chairs and aisle markers, and they even passed out programs and bubbles to our guests. They set up the ballroom perfectly as well. It was everything I wanted and more--so beautiful! The food is fantastic and our guests are still talking about it. We chose NY Strip Steak, Chicken Francese, and Honey-Dijon glazed Salmon for the entrees. We had a couple staff members tending to my husband and I throughout the entire reception to make sure our needs were met, even refilling our drinks all afternoon so that we didn't have to take a minute out of our partying to visit the bar. Everyone truly enjoyed themselves and I look back on that day often and just smile. It was well worth the crazy year of planning. Thanks SLM for your patience and for making us feel like VIPs!

We recently were married and were lucky enough to have our rehearsal dinner at the Spring Lake Manor. Both of our families have been using the Spring Lake Manor for years, from anniversary parties, to catering, and an upcoming wedding in the winter, so choosing the manor to host our dinner was an easy choice. Aside from the food being delicious (everyone kept continuing to rave about it even on the day of the wedding) John and his staff go above and beyond in their service and their attention to detail. John was very easy to work with in planning the menu and gave us many options to choose from. The staff at the dinner were great as well. We are looking forward to my sister's wedding there in the winter!

I thought picking the "right" wedding venue would be really hard, but the second my husband and I walked into SLM, we knew this would be an experience we would not get anywhere else. We truly couldn't have asked for a better experience at Spring Lake Manor for our wedding on 9/2/17 (and the months leading up to it). John, Janine & the entire staff were beyond exceptional. The food was incredible (everyone continues to rave about it!!) and plentiful, and not a single detail was missed which brought our vision to life. The new addition to the ballroom is classy and spectacular which only adds additional beauty to the already stunning venue. Beyond that, the special attention we were given all night made us feel so loved and special. We can't thank them enough for making our night one to remember. and we can't wait to go back! P

We like to Thank the full staff at SpringLake Manor everyone was wonderful and attentive. Food was delicious and for the most part it went smoothly. We where able to hold our dream intimate wedding here and we would do it again in a heartbeat! Thank you John, Janine and al the wonderful staff!

We had a wonderful experience at Spring Lake Manor. They really made our special day one to remember. The staff was excellent and the food was great. I would highly recommend Spring Lake Manor for all special occasions.

The Spring Lake Manor were great to work with. Very accommodating. The food is exceptional!

The Spring Lake Manor was our first choice for our wedding venue. The location is unbelievable so close to the beach and park for pictures. Everything was perfect on our wedding day (5/27/2017). The cocktail hour was AMAZING! All of our guests raved about the food and loved the atmosphere. John and Jenine made planning our wedding as smooth as possible. We are so glad we booked Spring Lake Manor.

Wow, where can we begin? We live in the area and we knew we wanted to get married locally. The team at spring lake manor was wonderful with us from day 1. John, Janine, and the whole team are true pros. Every meeting with them was great. They worked so hard to make sure our needs were met, the food tasting was wonderful, they were so kind to our family and guests, they decorated the rooms beautifully, and during the wedding, were so attentive to us. They also helped recommend vendors, such as our officiant, which was much appreciated. We received so many compliments from our guests on how great everything was and what a good time everyone had. We truly enjoyed working with the team, we couldn't have asked for a better day. Both our ceremony and reception were held there and we are so truly happy with all of it. Highly recommend!!!

We had a small wedding at the SLM in Oct. John, Janine and the staff were very accommodating and couldn't be nicer. The place was beautiful and the food was delicious. The ice cream sundae bar was a hit also! We would recommend this venue for any of your upcoming events.

We could not be happier with our experience at the spring lake manor ! John and Janine are absolutely amazing ! From the moment with met with John and saw the beautiful ballroom we were in love . We looked at one more venue then turned right around and came back to leave a deposit ! John and Janine were both so great about answering questions working with our other vendors and making sure everything was how we wanted it to be . When my Fiancé was suddenly diagnosed with cancer 3 weeks before our wedding date and we had to make the impossible decision to postpone, John was more then accommodating under the circumstances . He made sure we knew his health was the first priority and we would figure out the rest when we could.
The wedding was just this weekend and everything went smoothly . Janine is magical ! She set everything up exactly how I imagined ( probably better even ) and she was a little voice in my head for the day steering me in all the right directions . There was not one moment of stress or panic in her hands !
The food from cocktail hour to dinner was to die for ! I ate everything on my plate ! Also thanks to Janine who got me to my plate the second it was served !
I can't say enough about the entire team at the Spring Lake Manor ! Everyone was on point ! Our day was amazing and it was everything I had dreamed !
Thank you all for making my wedding dreams come true ! It was so much more special after everything we had been through and we wouldn't have wanted to share that with any one else !

John and Janine at Spring Lake Manor both made our wedding amazing.

John runs a great business and he makes the Spring Lake Manor an excellent venue for a wedding. He was accommodating on both price and minimum number of people. He has a rapid response time in questions via either email or phone. John and Janine both took the time to meet with us in person multiple times as we were planning our wedding. We used the Atlantic Room for our ceremony, The Grille Room for our cocktail hour, and the ballroom for our reception. The flow between the rooms was seamless and there were no issues with set up or preparedness on the day of the event.

Janine was incredibly helpful in planning out the day of the event and with any questions that we had. Her organization is superb. We gave her lots of materials to setup in all three rooms and everything was setup correctly and looked beautiful. Also, not only is the staff organized and professional but the food is excellent! We received many compliments on the food especially on the quality of the cocktail hour.

I would recommend Spring Lake Manor to anyone who is looking for an excellent value from their venue for a reasonable price. Kudos to John and Janine and the rest of the SLM staff for making our wedding amazing!

Planning my wedding with Janine and John was a pleasure! Everything was perfect. It was everything I ever wished and hoped for. Thank you to John, Janine and the entire staff for a wonderful wedding!

Based on our first meeting with John at the Spring Lake Manor, we knew we were in good hands and had chosen the right venue. John went over every possible detail and all of the options available.  We were told they only host one wedding a day even thought the venue has room for other events.  Close to the wedding, we met with Janine who hosted the tasting, arranged the seating based on our needs, placement of tables choice of colors, flowers, etc.  Janine suggested that we drop off "personal touches" and placed each item perfectly around the room on the day of the wedding reception.  She was graciously available and attentive during the reception to keep us on track which was truly appreciated because the day went so fast.  The room arrangement was everything we had imagined.  Cocktails were flowing during the cocktail hour and the hors d'oeuvres were delicious and non-stop.  The wait staff and bartenders were friendly and accommodating.  We wanted a more informal party atmosphere so chose the buffet.  The chicken, shrimp, pasta, and sliders were the highlights and everyone raved about the food.  I would highly recommend the Spring Lake Manor as a classy, fun reception / event venue.  Much thanks to John, Janine and the entire staff at the SLM for making our reception so incredible and our dream come true!

We cannot say enough times how wonderful the Spring Lake Manor was for our wedding reception. We were treated like royalty from the moment we stepped inside for our first appointment. The SLM was the first venue we saw on our wedding tour. That same day we visited four other venues and nothing compared. We immediately called to book and John was generous and accommodating to all of our needs. Anytime we came in for an appointment or to drop off items for the reception, we were greeted with smiling, caring, and attentive staff members. We were always offered food and drink anytime we stepped foot in the door. Our guests were raving about the food, kindness of the staff, and decor throughout the venue. John was a wonderful man to work with through this whole process. Janine was there anytime we needed anything (even before we knew we needed her!) and for that we are grateful! I will recommend SLM to all my friends and families for parties in the future. I am pretty sure a few of my guests are already planning their next party!

We had our Wedding Ceremony and Reception at the Spring Lake Manor on September 10, 2016. We couldn't be happier. Both John and Janine along with the entire staff did an amazing job!!! In our search for a venue was stressful and very expensive, I was in tears until we found Spring Lake Manor. When we first walked in it was exactly what we were searching for...to accommodate our 100 guests. It was warm and inviting and the venue was BEAUTIFUL not to mention the food was off the hook!!!! and the portions were large!!! Our guests raved about how good the food was, how much they enjoyed themselves and how BEAUTIFUL the venue was and how they enjoyed having everything there in one place!!!!! We couldn't be happier with our WEDDING DAY!!!! The Spring Lake Manor really does an AMAZING JOB!!!! You will not be disappointed!!!! Much better than all the other venues we reviewed!!!

Food was great. Like the atmosphere of the grille room.

John and Janine were great. Our Ceremony was at the Gazebo in Divine Park and they provided and set up chairs, etc. The venue was beautiful. The food was delicious. The staff was professional. Our wedding was flawless. We highly recommend Spring Lake Manor for your wedding. We look forward to going back for our One Year Anniversary.
Mike & Marsha

HIGHLY recommended! We had the best wedding reception ever, thanks to John, Janine, and the lovely staff at the Spring Lake Manor! John and Janine even made the planning process stress-free and easy. The night ran seamlessly, the food was fantastic, the venue looked incredible, and everyone had a blast!

By all means book all your celebrations and events here. The food is delicious, the staff is so kind and helpful, and John, the owner makes planning weddings, showers, and all celebrations effortless. My daughter's Bridal Shower was here and it was a huge success.

John and Janine made our wedding planning experience so much easier and more stress free. They took care of everything and exceeded everything I could have imagined my night would be. My husband and I are so grateful to have had such a beautiful reception there. John is very straight to the point which makes life so much easier. Janine is so crafty and a total sweetheart. They are both a pleasure to work with. I highly recommend this venue for any type of event. Thank you so much guys!

The Spring Lake Manor just hosted our wedding on 5/21/2016. John, Janine and Kelly and the rest of the staff just made the night absolutely perfect. Janine took all my ideas and made them a reality! All our guests raved about the food and presentation. We are so grateful for the Spring Lake Manor making our fairy tale wedding come true!! Thank you again!

Off the charts great from the beginning of the process, picking the menu, all the stuff none of us think about, and the execution of a great reception. Food was awesome, and there was a lot of it.

I'd strongly recommend.

We are so happy we chose Spring Lake Manor for our wedding! John, Janine and the rest of the staff made our day effortlessly perfect! I fell in love with the venue the second I first walked in and knew it was the place. John did everything possible to ensure I had everything I dreamed of still staying within our budget. Janine was beyond helpful, answering questions, offering ideas and responded immediately whenever I needed her and never made me feel like I was bothering her. The day of the wedding everything went so smoothly thanks to the staff! We had our ceremony in the Atlantic room and then moved right into the Ballroom for the reception which worked out well and was such an easy transition for us and the guests. Both rooms for the ceremony and reception were beautifully decorated just as I had pictured and everyone had such a great time! My husband said he had so much fun he wanted to divorce me so he could marry me all over again. (Not happening lol) But if you need a venue for a wedding or party this is the perfect place! Everything is updated, bright and cheery and elegant. Very affordable but will appear as though you spent a million dollars! I could go on and on... Go see John!

The spring lake manor went above and beyond for my wedding day. They were very acommodating and professional in all areas from the menu planning, linens and the cake. John and his staff were amazing! They even recommended my DJ and limousines which were also very good. It seems like they have good relationships with their vendors and vice-versa. A fabulous job once again. Thank you! XOXO

I couldn't have asked for a better day. The Spring Lake Manor exceeded my expectations in every way. Leading into the day they worked with us and facilitated every detail. There really wasn't anything I asked for that they didn't make happen!

We had our cocktail hour in the Atlantic Room and the wedding in the Main Room. The setup was perfect in both rooms. The cocktail hour food was amazing. All of our guests remarked on the food over the course of the night. Dinner came out efficiently and everything was seemless. The thing that impressed me the most about dinner was that it was hot. Sounds silly, but I've been to so many weddings where by the time the food arrived at the table it was lukewarm at best. The other thing I noticed was the portions. Many of our guests went with the steak. I had several remark that it wasn't a wedding portion (smaller) it was a real restaurant portion. People were stuffed. Everything was great quality.

Leading into the wedding, Janine helped me with the centerpieces, gave us a ton of information we needed, and was a general help in every way. Because our centerpieces involved sand, we couldn't assemble them ahead of time as they would move in transport. Janine literally put them all together for me based on a picture I had shown her. I was amazed at this level of service.

John also made everything easy. He was prompt to respond to all requests and honestly I think accomodated every one. We were able to pick a signature beer. I misunderstood when our count was due and everyone put me at ease and made it all work without any problems.

The whole night was fabulous.

A final note- I attended a wedding two weeks prior to my own. It was at a venue nearby that was more than twice the cost. The food, atmosphere, and general execution was NOWHERE near what happened at the Spring Lake Manor for us. Thanks to everyone there!

We were so happy and pleased that we chose Spring Lake Manor for our wedding venue! Janine and John made everything so easy. The day of we were so relaxed and stress free because we had 100% confidence in the staff. The food was absolutely delicious and people are STILL talking about it. We loved the decor and how clean and well kept the venue was. First class all the way! WE had our ceremony in the Atlantic room, the grille room for the cocktail hour and then the main ballroom for the reception. Everything had a beautiful flow and it made it easy on our guests. They allowed us to drop off our favors a week before so we wouldn't have to worry about a thing. John and Janine were very easy to work with and any questions or concerns we had they helped us through the entire process. Our wedding was perfect! I would HIGHLY recommend this venue for any and EVERY occasion.

I am so happy my husband and I chose the Spring Lake Manor for our Wedding Ceremony and Reception. This venue is absolutely stunning and they know how to throw an amazing wedding. John, the owner is always available for a question and/or advice. You never feel like he is talking you into something you don't need, rather, he gives you honest opinions and lets you decide what you would like. Janine, their Day of Coordinator, is so much more. She meets with you for your tasting, and uses her expertise to help guide you to choosing a wonderful menu. She also takes care of everything the day of, which is very important. I was able to drop off all my items which were needed the day of, the week of the wedding. She met with us, and assured us everything would be out in the ball room as we would like, and she did not disappoint. She and the staff had everything running smoothly that day. We had used all three rooms at the SLM, and the staff was able to move all the guests to where they needed to be and on time!

The food is amazing at the SLM, all the guests said so!! The quality and quantity of what you receive for the price you are paying is well worth a stop in to the venue and a conversation with John!! We went with the cocktail reception for our wedding, and it was perfect!

The service is top notch! I can't tell you how many guests told me this, and how much in awe of SLM they were! I felt like they not only catered to all of my needs, which is to be expected, but also all of the needs of my guests, which is so important!!!

I can't thank them enough for the work they did and how wonderful our wedding was!!!

I have nothing but praise for The Spring Lake Manor. They were professional, honest, and accommodating from booking start to party finish! Owner John Nagle allowed all my needs to be meet at an extremely fair and affordable price. John and his entire staff were very helpful and friendly, and they went above and beyond during our party to make sure not only the birthday girl and family were happy, but also that every guest present was happy and having an enjoyable time. My family and I have used The Spring Lake Manor for several events, as well as attending many events there as well. The venue is beautiful, the staff is kind and professional, and the food is absolutely delicious! This establishment never disappoints and is our number one go to place. I highly recommend The Spring Lake Manor to everyone.

My wedding was AWESOME! John, Kristen, and Janine are THE BEST. I was so nervous and frustrated when searching for a venue. i looked at many places, and was disheartened about the locations, the costs, what was included, what was not included, and most of all THE SERVICE. I have to say from the minute I walked into The Spring Lake Manor, John made me feel very comfortable. he was highly organized, professional, down to earth, easy to work with He took charge of everything, organized his team of true professionals, and made everything a very smooth transaction. I had no worries. My tasting was awesome, and I got to choose from the most vast menu of foods I ever thought possible. The food was so super delicious! I got to bring 6 people with me, and everything was perfect. The food was better than I could have ever thought! The value was outstanding as well for what i got. The venue was beautifully decorated, so cozy, beautiful, and everything I wanted. The tables were perfect, the linens, chairs, placement of everything was perfect. Kristen, a very valuable part of john's team was great. She was in constant contact with me, organized , planned, helped, and did all the crazy organization work! She is professional, organized, great, fun, and made everything easy for me! The constant contact was great, and organization on her part made my wedding run great. Janine!!!!!!!!!!!! what can I say???? super duper terrific!!!!!! that doesn't seen like enough of a compliment! Maître D extraordinaire definitely! The most organized, efficient, calm, perfect, take charge manager I have ever seen. She made my wedding what it was. From the rehearsal dinner to the end of my wedding, it would not have been possible without her dedication! This woman is FABULOUS. her responsiveness to anything I had concerns, questions about was the best. Thank you so much! I will be back (not for a my wedding! one is enough) but I will recommend The Spring Lake Manor always!

I give the Spring Lake Manor 10 out of 5 stars!! First off John and Janine are absolutely fantastic and made my day better than I ever dreamed or imagined it could be. The Spring Lake Manor really goes above and beyond expectations and creates a gorgeous, elegant, and worry-free wedding! Words cannot express how much gratitude is deserved to John, Janine, management, and of course our bartender and wait staff! My husband and I are so genuinely thrilled that our wedding was held in such an elegant and gorgeous venue! Thanks Again to all of you!!!!!!!

My wife and I wanted to get married before we moved to Colorado and settled on getting married in Spring Lake since my uncle lived in the area. When we were looking at venues none of them felt "homey" as my wife says, but when we visited Spring Lake Manor we knew it was the one. It was large enough to accommodate our wedding which was only 100 people, but not so big that there was unused space. The main ballroom where our wedding was held was amazing. The set up was perfect and the dance floor was big enough for everyone to get there groove on. The provided chiavari chairs (which I had no idea what they were but my wife HAD to have them and they definitely made the set up look better).

The owner John was amazing and could not have asked for anything more. He was able to recommend pretty much anything we needed and has a good working relationship with a lot of the local vendors which makes working and coordinating much easier. Janine was amazing as well. Obviously since this was our first and only wedding we had no idea what we were doing with decorations, but she was able to take my wife’s vision and make it happen.

The food was amazing and there was so much of it. The appetizers during the cocktail hour were enough to last you the night but were so delicious people could not stop eating them. Then on to the main course which were awesome and everyone left on a full stomach with rave reviews. Definitely better than expected.

The price was incredible for what you get. The area is very nice and a lot of other venues end up pricing you out of the area. John is very fair in his pricing and everything is include.

I would definitely recommend this venue for any wedding. The ballroom is a perfect elegant set-up and there is a nice patio where people can step outside and get some fresh air. The Spring Lake Manor for sure exceeded our guest and our own expectations.

I can't say enough thanks to the venue - it was such a worry free experience working with them!
First of all, the ceremony was beautiful in their Atlantic room, and the food was fantastic (and a lot) for the cocktail and reception.
The owner John and our day-of coordinator Janine also provided all sorts of information and recommendations for vendors, from officiant, photographer, to cake and flower. We ordered all the vendors except for DJ based on their recommendations, and we are extremely happy with all of them.
The price is incredible too! We were able to keep our budget and have a very smooth, elegant and happy wedding :) all our friends enjoyed it, and more importantly, they made the planning so easy for us!
Definitely recommend this place to every bride!

What can I say about an INCREDIBLE GROUP OF PEOPLE! I just don't usually do these reviews BUT in this case I will make an exception! Great Service, Great Food & GREAT PEOPLE! John Nagle and his staff made our "HOME" Wedding and my Daughter's Bridal Shower (on site) the easiest and the most professional experience WE have had in catering! You will not regret using The Spring Lake Manor for all your catering needs! They make it easy and the motto of "NO WORRIES!!!" holds true!!! And a Special Thank You to the Chocolate Carousel for the wonderful Wedding and Bridal shower cake!!! You Guys Rock!!!! ;)

I had a small wedding luncheon at Spring Lake Manor and it was a wonderful experience. John and his staff were very professional and so accomodating to my needs. Their food was excellent everyone in my party complimented on that to me. The outside and both inside of the Manor is beautiful and great to take pictures at. I would definitely recommend anyone to have a event there.

I want to thank John and Janine for a fantastic night! They were more then accommodating and went above and beyond my expectations for my night. The food was amazing and the venue was beautiful. Any questions or concerns I had they addressed promptly. I would recommend (I already have actually) this venue for any future couple. Absolutely worth it!!!

The venue was perfect and the food was delicious. Loved that we were the only wedding going on since the venue only does one event at a time. John provided us with a great selection of food, linens, and numerous other upgrades at a great value. There was also so many places to take pictures there!!!

We want to thank John and Janine for the fabulous service they provided for our wedding reception. The confidence they bestow and willingness to go far and above the call of duty is truly amazing. Our friends and family are still talking about how great the spring lake manor is and all the staff that provided there utmost professionalism . We did not receive one negative. John and Janine were always making sure we had everything we needed. They provided us with a no stress evening that was had by all. We can't thank you enough for all that you did. No matter what the function we truly believe that John ,Janine and the rest of the spring lake manor staff will not let you down. Thanks again from the bottom of our hearts.
Rich and Gladys Sanquini

From the second I walked into The Spring Lake Manor I knew this is where I would get married. John treated us like family and put 100% effort into making our wedding day the best day of our lives! He was straight forward with his pricing unlike other vendors. The food is out of this world AMAZING! My guest's have been raving about it since Saturday. Janine was AMAZING! she helped plan every detail of my wedding. She was very detail orineted and organized! She assured me as it got closer to the wedding that everything would be perfect and it was! The night of the wedding she was there the whole time and made sure everything was running accordingly! The ballroom was set up BEAUTIFULLY! John and Janine are professional, knowledgeable and a class act! Life changing events should be left in the hands of the professionals- HAVE YOUR WEDDING or EVENT at The Spring Lake Manor and you will not be disappointed!

We had our rehearsal dinner at the Spring Lake Manor and we could not be happier. We had roughly 60 people at it and John and his staff did an exceptional job providing endless passed hors d'oeuvres, a great buffet style dinner, delicious desserts and they provided all the linens, flowers, etc to make the room look warm and inviting. We highly recommend the Spring Lake Manor for any events you will not be disappointed. The staff is very friendly and helpful, the venue is beautiful and the food is great!!!!!

Great food! Great Atmosphere! Great Price! Huge Heart! John Nagle, owner, and his banquet manager, Jeanette, and their staff at the Spring Lake Manor run one of the best banquet facilities on the Jersey shore and they do so with a family type atmosphere. John has transformed this facility into a versatile venue capable of handling any event. If John was in charge fifteen years ago, there is no doubt my wife and I would have had our reception at the Spring Lake Manor.

We came to know John two years ago when we were seeking a venue to run our fundraiser for Autism New Jersey in support of our daughter who was diagnosed with autism 8 years ago. For the past two years we have run our event at the Spring Lake Manor and we are not going anywhere as long as John will have us. The attendees at our event have raved both years about the delicious appetizers and entrees at the Spring Lake Manor. The food is plentiful as are the drinks and the venue is elegant and spacious. From the Atlantic Room which is perfect for a wedding cocktail hour, shower, birthday party or any other event to the beautiful Ballroom which is ideal for an elegant wedding reception the Spring Lake Manor has so much to offer and at a very affordable price.

The Grille Room is a dining room that is open to the public and the perfect place for an intimate dinner especially when celebrating a special event or holiday.

This past year, because of the great job done in 2011 by the Spring Lake Manor we had an overwhelming demand for tickets to our event so John was willing to give us the entire facility for our fundraiser and we were able to bring in nearly 300 people and raise nearly 24000.00 for our charity. The service, food, atmosphere and friendly demeanor of John and his staff have led us to sign on for our third year in April 2013.

If you are looking for a great venue with awesome food and a friendly environment led by a owner who's full of charisma and is always there to respond to your needs and questions, look no further than the Spring Lake Manor.

Excellent food, location, drink and planning help! John and Janine were fantastic. When I was freaking out the day before the wedding because my groom to be was in the hospital and they werent sure they were letting him out for the wedding, John and Janine took care of everything! All i had to do was show up! The cocktail hour food was incredible! Everyone loved the atmosphere. We even had the ceremony there. It was all done so beautifully. Cant recommend them enough!

Our wedding was perfect. We had the ceremony there and everything else to follow. I can't say enough about the staff and service that was provided, everyone was respectful and helpful in every way possible. Food was out of this world!!!!! Till this day my guest are still telling me that was the best food they had a wedding. Hands down I would recommend this reception venue to anyone with out hesitation.

Thank You

John, Janine, and staff did a great job on our 8/6/11 wedding. The food was awesome! All night long my guests were talking about how great the food was. They were very responsive when we had any questions and were right on top of everything. We had both our ceremony and reception there. The ballroom was very nice, Janine did a great job of setting everything up for us. Both John and Janine were very professional and we had a great night! Thank you so much for being a part of our special day!

Working with John Nagel and his staff was a wonderful experience. I knew from the beginning everything would be taken care of and it was. Everyone raved about the food, the service and the setting was just beautiful. I would recommend
the Spring Lake Manor to anyone and in fact when my daughter gets married I
will strongly recommend that she have her reception there. John truly puts his heart and soul into his business and it shows.

The owner and staff at Spring Lake Manor were a pleasure to deal with, always quick to respond to e-mail or phone calls. Our wedding reception ended up filling the place, yet it all went smoothly and memorably.

John and his staff were on top of everything, very knowledgeable about the whole process, and made the planning and the day easy and fun! They were more than accomodating to my needs. All of my guests were wowed by the food and service, and the beautiful space that was elegant, yet allowed them to feel comfortable to have a great time. I cant thank them enough!!

John and Janine were easy to work with, although they will rush you a little. When they say they have things taken care of, they mean it. Trust them. My wedding was a perfect day, and I wouldn't change a thing. The food was amazing and they were really good about serving everyone at the same time. We looked at a lot of venues and this was definitely the best value in the area. Their pricing includes everything (tax and gratuity too), and they didn't surprise us with any additional charges, which I really appreciated. It made it much easier to stick to our budget. I would recommend them with confidence.

Our Wedding was amazing. The food was incredible all our guest were very happy. The whole staff was very friendly and helpful during the ceremony and reception. John and Jenine were really easy and patient with the wedding preparations. They set up my centerpieces and favors perfectly and even sprinkled some flower pedals that was left over from the flower girl last minute on the tables. They added a fountain in the front that we took pictures it is a nice place at an affordable price. We couldn't be happier that we chose Spring Lake Manor for our Wedding.

When tasked with finding a venue for my sister's bridal shower, I only contacted one place - The Spring Lake Manor. We held my rehearsal dinner here a few years ago, and our guests are still raving about it so I immediately contacted them for my sister's event. We had a Harry Potter themed shower, so we had quite a few decorations as well as a photo booth and a dessert bar. The team at the Spring Lake Manor not only helped us bring in the decorations but also consulted us on the best location to place things. As always, the food was amazing, the service was impeccable and the entire staff was extremely nice throughout the day. I highly recommend the Spring Lake Manor for any event you have. Book here - you won't regret it and your guests will be super happy.

The venue is beautiful and the food was excellent. The people running it can be a little abrupt and somewhat rude. They made some mistakes but overall the place is very nice and clean. They did however throw out my cake!

I had a bridal shower for my daughter at the spring lake manor. The place was beautiful . The room was done nicely . I had a buffet style, the food was put away to early, and cold. Then they asked if they can start putting the food away! They shouldn't had ask me 3 hours before the party ended. The staff started to clean and set tables for the next event, again I still had 3 hours left. Don't interrupt my event! Then proceeded to clear off the napkins and silverware from the tables. My family had ask if the party was over!
I felt very rush! The staff just kept coming in cleaning and setting, I fine that very rude!
I was upset, this was my first daughters bridal shower.
I really hope spring lake manor will do something about this !

Had my sister in laws shower here and was very disappointed! First off ,the air wasn't working the room was very hot..The manager was rude she watched us clean up the place before our event was over.(blonde short lady) Made a big to do about her linens which were wrinkled not even pressed! She watched in the back of the room like if we were criminals!! Very rude. The food was good but put away within an hr of being out. Staff was setting up a event during our event. Overall I don't know how this place is in business. Go to the mill down the road don't waste your money even if it's cheaper...

The Spring Lake Manor was BY FAR the worst decision that I made for my wedding.
First of all, despite spending ten of thousands of dollars, when you show up for your tasting the hostess will ask, “do you know how long you are going to be here? Because I had no idea you were coming”. My future-in-laws actually looked shocked that the hostess was so blatantly rude.
Three days before the wedding, I dropped off decorations. Janine (the maître de) dropped one of my candle holders and broke it. She didn’t realize that my mom watched her do this when she wasn’t looking, so she thought she could get away with lying to us. She told us it was broken when she opened the box. Now the candle was worth $15, it’s not about money. I don’t appreciate falsehoods told straight to my face. It’s insulting and disrespectful.
Two days before the wedding, it looks like it’s going to rain. Janine happily told us that the back deck was covered, and that photographs could be taken there. It was a lie. The back deck covering was NOT sufficient to protect against rain. As a result, my entire wedding party got wet. Janine also failed to tell us that she offered the deck because she booked two events inside. Which meant we had no where to go to protect from the rain. My mother (who did most of Janine’s job for her) complained, and thankfully we were granted access to the front hallway to take pictures at the very end of the inside event. As my entire wedding party is posing for pictures in the middle of a lobby, still half wet from Janine locking us outside, the guests from the other event walked right through our wedding party and exited the venue. By this time, my wedding guests are arriving. Janine had to sneak me, in my full wedding gown through the kitchen so they wouldn’t see me. So unprofessional. Such a joke.
They will claim there is no need for a rehearsal because Janine will be there. ANOTHER LIE. She gave no insight/direction pre lineup. My DJ saw us getting upset and nervous, and thankfully stepped in and did Janine’s job for her.
They will claim there is no need to hire a wedding coordinator, because Janine can do the job! Another lie. If she COULD do the job of a wedding coordinator, I’m pretty sure she would have remembered to give our Best Man the RINGS. Instead, my bridesmaid had to army crawl across the ceremony to the bridal suite to grab them.
As if she had an actual goal to prove that she should work in an another industry, Janine spent the rest of the wedding missing. I wasted a half hour of my own wedding desperately asking random waiters where she was. Someone spilled a drink at out sweetheart table, and my husband and I had to desperately beg three different employes for help, because Janine was missing. Again. We ended up standing there awkwardly by the sweetheart table for 10 minutes while our food got cold. The service was so bad that the catering manager (the only competent employee in the entire establishment) took pity on us and offered to help pack up and deliver our decorations. He must be used to having to compensate for incompetence.
I cannot believe that I was lied to and treated like a patron at TGI Fridays on my wedding day. John, the owner, should have considered a career in politics, as hospitality is certainly not his strong suit. When I called him to complain about the plethora of mistakes his lying employee made, he basically gave non answers and defended the deceit.
The canopy that Janine told me that we could pose under? According to John, that was never weather proof! When I asked him why Janine lied to me and said otherwise (especially because I could have just went to convention hall for pictures instead), he didn’t have an answer.
He refunded me Janie’s $500 fee, which is literally the bare minimum he could do. When people don’t do there jobs, their fee shouldn’t be charged. I was not satisfied with the resolution at all. You are spending a lot of money on your wedding. You deserve to feel important and respected. With that being said, please don’t make the same mistake I made!