Great hidden gem! The service fantastic and the ambiance magical. Fantastic for small weddings and special birthdays. read more

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Sherri is an absolute gem!! She was so kind in touring this space with me and did her best to accommodate my ever changing demands. She was always so kind, knowledgeable, and prompt. Not to mention, the bridal suite is to die for--there is literally nothing else like it in all of Los Angeles. read more

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Amazing venue. Full of beautiful trees, history and charm. The architecture is immaculate. read more

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I will start with the positive (and the only reason this is not a 1-star review): The Carondelet House is a stunning and truly unique venue, and I am so happy I had my wedding there, despite the difficulties along the way. It is such a special space, your guests will love it, and you will get beautiful photos. The day-of staff did an excellent job. Our guests had nothing but good things to say about the servers and bartenders. This would hands down be a 5-star review if it were only based off the wedding day. However, the journey to our wedding day was anything but positive. In the year leading up to our wedding, our contact points at Carondelet were Sherri and Trina. Particularly in the 6 months leading up to the wedding, I would often reach out with questions. I rarely received a response without sending 3-4 emails begging them to respond. When we got closer to the wedding, there were certain details that needed to be sorted out before I could determine the balance of the payment that was due 2 months prior to the wedding. After many unanswered emails, I eventually called Sherri and explained that I was very unhappy with the unresponsiveness. She apologize profusely and agreed that it was unacceptable. She was responsive for a few days and then went silent again. I gave up and stopped reaching out. I did not hear from them at all, despite my wedding being in 2 weeks at this point. Then, I find out from my planner (NOT the venue) that both Sherri and Trina had been fired, with less than 2 weeks to my wedding. This was obviously an incredibly stressful thing to learn, and the fact that the venue did not reach out to me to explain the situation and ease my worries is still something that shocks me. Thankfully, our planner pulled everything together for us, but the only time someone contacted my from the venue was to collect that payment that I had tried to pay 2 months prior. They contacted me so late about it that I was forced to pay the fee to wire money instead of being able to send a personal check, when it was 100% their fault that I had not paid sooner. Given that this is an expensive venue, we expected far better customer service. The experience we had leading up to the wedding day was truly unacceptable. However, like I said, this venue is gorgeous and the experience on the day of was great. Maybe they are getting things figured out not, but it seems that switching teams and unresponsiveness is a general problem based on other reviews. tl;dr: A beautiful day, but a terrible experience getting there. read more

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We had our wedding at the Carondelet in June 2024 and it was such an amazing night! Carondelet uses Tres LA Catering (they're the company that owns the venue) and I was a bit hesitant using the catering company through the venue but they knocked it out of the park. So many people commented on how good the food was and that's usually not a topic brought up after weddings. The venue itself is absolutely gorgeous and unique! We had just under 130 guests and the space was perfect, it never felt too crowded and definitely wasn't too big. Avery was really helpful with all the questions I had. I really appreciated that if she didn't know the answer, she'd seek the right one as opposed to just saying no. She was really professional to work with! The drinks through Sweetwater Cocktails were absolutely delicious, I'm a stickler about how my margaritas are made and they made it perfectly. The whole wedding night, my husband and I were completely cared for. I never had the problem of feeling hungry or without a drink and that felt so special! While the service charges are high, you are getting amazing service the day of so I'd highly recommend going with Carondelet! read more

Attended a wedding! Stunning venue. From the minute you walk in you feel you have been transported to another place and time. The architecture was breathtaking. The indoor/outdoor vibe was seamless. It's great for an intimate wedding. Parking structure right next to the venue. Location a bit obscure but once you arrive it was worth the drive. read more

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The wedding, dinner, and reception were absolutely perfect! A gorgeous venue staffed by caring professionals, I definitely recommend Carondelet House!! read more

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This review is looong overdue! My husband and I got married in Carondelet House on April of 2015. Blush and gold Old World vintage charm. That would be one way to describe our wedding in a nutshell. Carondelet House, a 1920's Italian-style villa, embodied the 4 things we were looking for: rustic, romantic, classy, and sophisticated. Carondelet House was the VERY FIRST venue we visited and I knew the moment I stepped in to this hidden gem that it was the perfect venue to say "I do." My then fiance (David) and I both wanted a unique and intimate venue to welcome our 100+ guests. I love exposed brick, high beam ceilings, mismatched french country chairs, vintage pieces, crystal chandeliers, and alfresco feel of outdoor courtyards. Carondelet House captured all that style with its two front rooms, main dining room, and two courtyards. Because of this, I didn't have to worry too much about decorations which was a big plus for us. Also, Carondelet House felt very spacious since there was so much flow between the various rooms and the outdoor courtyards. David and I are history buffs, so we fell in love with the venue's vintage pieces, furniture, and paintings. You walk in and you're transported to another time and place! Lara Bowman and Alex Abrahamian were wonderful to work with. They were both courteous, professional, and attentive. They were punctual with emails and answered all our questions and concerns. There were many modifications leading up to our wedding and they totally worked with us all the way. Definitely check out their Open House (usually on some tuesdays of the month). They usually have drinks and some appetizers so you will get a great preview of the venue and their in-house catering company called Tres LA which I HIGHLY recommend (see my review for Tres LA :) . No wonder I had no trouble picking out this venue from the get-go: you get a TWO-fer - a beautiful venue with hands down delicious food!! They also have a gorgeous bridal suite upstairs perfect for pinterest-worthy pics of the bride, bridal party, and definite alone time with the new hubby. I just love the fact that our wedding felt like we were celebrating at "our own house" where people could move around as they please to different rooms-- they could take polaroid pictures, dance the night away, unwind with a cocktail, relax in the courtyard, and/or play Werewolf (David's favorite game) by the fireplace. It was a night to remember! So for you soon-to-be brides, check out Carondelet House. I guarantee you will be amazed! read more

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I can't express how much we and our guests LOVED this venue! Everyone kept talking about how beautiful and cool the space was and many of our guests loved taking pics of themselves with the décor. Besides being beautiful and completely unique, the catering was AMAZING. So many food options and they were all so tasty. Sherri and Scarlett were so helpful answering all of our questions. This truly was the perfect wedding venue! read more

My husband and I got married September 2017 and it was the best wedding I've ever been to! When I first viewed Carondelet House, a so-called Italian villa, it spoke to me. I could almost hear theme music. The space is marked by red brick and beautifully decorated. Vai and Alex were both very helpful and quick to respond for any requests. We did not use the in-house caterer for our appetizers or dinner, but we had to use Tres LA for bartending services. Communication with Tres LA was confusing and frustrating, but everything went well the day of the ceremony. We had about 120 guests, which is larger than many weddings at this venue, but it did not seem crowded at all. The two courtyards create unique spaces for first dances and first looks, and the curated interior design allowed us as a couple to not have to decorate. Carondelet is romantic and enchanting. Our ceremony and reception were perfect, and Alex, the house manager, was quite gracious the day of. I couldn't have imagined a better day! read more

Beautiful venue. If you're looking for an absolutely gorgeous venue that will wow your guests.... this is it. I've dreamt of getting married here for almost 10 years. Pros: - Stunning venue, where you do not have to buy any decorations except for linens & flowers. - The bridal suite: FANTASTIC. It was such a fun place to get ready and take photos. (It did get hot, but with so many people that's bound to happen) - The staff is attentive. My husband and I always had drinks in our hands and were served food & apps first. - The bar staff was great, and made really good drinks. - Audio set up throughout the venue was perfect. Cons: - They switched production & sales managers three different times in my 10 months of planning, so that caused a bit of confusion. - We also had a very clear plan of what we wanted to do with our table organizing, and when we booked, the first set of people we worked with told us that we would be able to do so. Unfortunately, when we got to the third set of people we were told there was absolutely no way to do that. I was pretty heartbroken. - There were a lot of hidden fees, which is pretty common in wedding planning, but still frustrating. - You also had to spend an exuberant amount of $$ to buy out the catering company, so that wasn't cool. The company is known mostly for their food, and it didn't rock the house. Fish was undercooked for all the guests, including my own. We also paid extra for prime rib, and the amount our guests received left a lot of them hungry. You also do not get to have a tasting of your exact food unless you pay $500. - You do not find out if you can have a rehearsal at the venue until 2 weeks before, and with such a unique set up it's really important to have a rehearsal for your bridal party. be prepared to shell out a lot of tip money, because they have a HUGE staff for the wedding day. (2 captains, 2 bartenders, 11 servers, 1 chef, 5 cooks... we had a 86 person wedding) read more

I'm not advocating for picking a wedding venue using Yelp, but I know it probably helps the people over there and I'd like to do them a solid for all the incredible work they did. My wife and I got married there and it was delightful. They were helpful, friendly, and accommodating. They were also professional and efficient, taking care of everything flawlessly. While it is a bit pricey, what do you expect, it's a wedding venue in LA. I actually thought it was an excellent venue for the price, especially because the decor means you don't need to spend much decorating. It looks great in photos, and is so much better than a generic hotel conference-turned-ball room. I didn't use their catering for dinner, and I don't trust people when they tell you about your wedding food (would they really say it was terrible?). But I know a few people who have been to other weddings there and said the catering was quite good. We did have them cater appetizers and I thoroughly enjoyed them. Five stars for helping make my wedding the fantastic night it was. read more

Beautiful wedding location. Our friends were married here last weekend and everyone raved about how beautiful this place was. The table set ups were gorgeous, they really captured the bride and grooms taste perfectly. The staff were friendly and kept our glasses full all night. read more

Finding the venue for our wedding was an important one for us. We looked at different places and some were too noisy or too small or too plain or too expensive. And one day, as I was sucked into pinterest-land, I found The Carondelet House. This little red brick house was located in downtown LA and from the pictures, it looked pretty amazing. So we made an appointment to go view the venue. And just from stepping into the house, I was in love! The place was beautiful and filled with so much warmth and personality. My first thought was that I would need very minimal decorations since the place was already pretty as is! Now, it was just a matter of if we could afford it. Turns out, Saturdays were booked and we would have to wait for about a year and half! But it worked out because then it gave us time to save up for the wedding! So once that deposit was in...we were set! Most conversations with Venue personnel happened through email, and I'd have to say they were very good at responding and answering questions. Also you can always go view the place as many times as you wanted. Just let them know ahead of time. I went once with florist and another time for rehearsal. At the end...we were so happy that we picked The Carondelet House. The wedding was flawless and the staff was on point and helpful. Crystal did such a great job at providing us with everything we needed for the day of the wedding. All of our guests loved the venue just as much as we did! Definitely if you are thinking of a unique venue, this one is fantastic. The house fits about 100 people seated, and has many little rooms for lounging along with 2 outdoor patio areas, oh and a lovely upstairs bridal suite with lots of nice sunlight coming through! It's definitely worth a trip to check out! read more

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Extraordinary, Charming, and Truly UNIQUE. I can think of slew of other words to describe this venue--but I think it's best you go there and see it yourself. I booked the Carondelet House for my wedding in July 2011 for my August 4, 2012 wedding. I was so stressed out about my venue search--my now husband and I were looking for something unique. Something different--with charm, romance, and history. And boy, did we come across many stunning venues...but nothing we felt truly connected to--until the Carondelet House. The minute we stepped in--I just knew. I tried to remain calm--but I knew. The beautiful red brick building, exposed brick wall interiors, the wood beams going thru the dining area, the 2 additional courtyards, chandelier, the vintage furniture (in amazing condition!)...it was everything. There was just sooo much character to the home...the Carondelet House is simply a dream. Without a doubt, it was the place for us. Keep in mind--that when we booked the Carondelet--it was before they had completed renovations. AFTER? Stunning! The two open floor plan in the front house is a perfect. The bridal suite upstairs is absolutely beautiful! There's no better place for a bride to collect her thoughts before the wedding. Our wedding was--in a nutshell--magical. Beautiful--and I couldn't imagine having it anywhere else. All night--people were raving about the venue! Talking about how gorgeous it was. We're still getting compliments to this day. There are many beautiful venues out there--but this one for me, took the cake. I would also like to say that the staff was amazing. The wait staff and bartenders working that night were TOP NOTCH! I could not be more happy with the service that night. No wedding planning process is without it's hiccups, and this was no exception. But the staff at The Carondelet handled everything professionally and kindly. While working out the kinks, I always felt that they deeply considered my feelings. It's easy to say that people are amazing if you are lucky enough to never hit a snag--it's how they deal with it that gives you an idea of their character. Alan Dunn and Michael Grosso (the two ppl we worked with) did everything in their power to be fair and accommodating, and we could not have asked for more. They were an absolute pleasure to work with! read more

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Wow, what an amazing venue hidden in ktown! I used to live not too far from here but was amazed it existed! Came for a wedding and based on how fun I had, I'm sure, like the other customers here... the newlyweds probably had a wedding to remember. read more

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Had our wedding this year in April at Carondelet. Worked with our planner and staff at Carondelet for about a year. The staff from the top down is top notch. Everyone was extremely easy to work with. Additionally, they were very accommodating as well. Our wedding day was absolutely fantastic and went without a hitch. All possible due to hard work and dedication of management, staff and wedding planner. Everyone went out of the way to make sure everything went smoothly so that my wife and I can just enjoy our special day without any worries or headaches, which we absolutely did! The venue is gorgeous and definitely has its own character and charm. As such, very little decoration was needed on our part. Many of our guests said this was the best wedding they have been to. On top of that, the food was amazing. This place has a huge menu. We opted for buffet style. We paid extra for a private tasting before finalizing our menu. Let me tell you it was well worth it. Our guests could not stop raving about the food! Thank you to everyone at Carondelet for making our wedding a day we will never forget! read more

Just attended a thoroughly perfect and enchanting wedding here. I think I am writing this review more so that I can remember the location when I plan my own affairs. Every detail was charming. Every bite was delicious. The space affords many areas for differing levels of privacy. Want to catch up with an old friend? Go sit in the courtyard. Want to dance? Venture to the front room. I am having trouble to describing it: I just want to copy and paste the word "perfect" several hundred times. Absolutely complimented the palpable and tender romance between my friend and her husband. Carondelet House is exactly what you want if you feel a connection to the vintage urban glamour of Los Angeles. read more

We got married here on in October 2016. The venue is a gorgeous hidden gem and the use of space is fantastic. Alex, the house manager, and his staff are top-notch and did a great job from start to finish. We had around 110 people which I think is a perfect size for the space. The catering through Tres LA is seriously the best wedding food I've ever had. I recommend checking out the time of sunset for when you plan your ceremony, as the lighting in the space during the golden hour before sunset is just stunning. I cannot wait to get the photos back. They book up during peak wedding seasons at least 9-12 months in advance, so don't hesitate and go check it out! read more

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wow my daughter's wedding could not have been more perfect! She was married 2/2//2019 and truly it was magical and a large part of that was due to the Carondelet House itself. It was intimate and beautiful and the entire evening went off without a hitch despite rainy weather! The food from Tres LA was excellent and the service amazing. The convenience of having it all in one place and the decor being built in made everything so easy-just a few rentals, linens, flowers and a cake and we were set. Hilary and Jeff were amazing to work with and so helpful with all of our last minute questions. Every one of our guests was blown away by this venue! We can't recommend the Carondelet House highly enough! read more

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My husband and I got married at Carondelet House on April 7th. We would highly recommend Carondelet House and Tres LA for weddings and events. Our wedding was gorgeous and better than we could have ever imagined. The whole day felt like a dream. We received many "best wedding ever" comments from friends and family. Francesca Yaniz and Alex Abrahamian were incredible to work with. Both were hard working, professional, and responsive. The entire Carondelet House and Tres LA team did a great job executing the event. High recommended! read more

I got married at Carondelet House last month and it was the best day ever! I honestly only went to Carondelet when I was picking venues, it's so beautiful and unique (and you really don't need a lot of decorations). As soon as I found out my date was available, I booked it right away. Before the wedding, with all the craziness going on, Carondelet staff really made my life easy. Francesca was the best. Every time I email her, she gets back to me in a few minutes. She always has answers to all my questions! The tasting before the wedding was great too. We changed/added a lot to our menu. On the day of, I really felt like I was being taken care of. Alex was just wonderful. He made sure we have everything we needed and he was always available. The food by Tres LA was amazing! Everybody loved the food and the servers were great too. I highly recommend this venue! read more

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We were guests at the event and I have to say the venue is top notch. However I must say that we sat in row 3 behind the grooms parents and the noise coming from the kitchen to our left was unnecessary, loud plates banging and disruptive to the wedding. The people sitting next to us kept looking at the us and the kitchen. I wanted to get up and tell the kitchen to be quite but I didn't want to disrupt the event more than the kitchen already was. I complained to one of the workers but never heard from anyone. The wedding was awesome and then they served us the meal and the beef. No one at our table could eat it as it was the worst cut of meat available however the chicken seemed to be fine and the appetizers prior to the meal where awesome. I'm rating this a 2 stars as too much was wrong or inconsistent with a great wedding that one pays for however we had a great time with friends and family. read more

Worked at this venue a few times as a DJ, lighting and draping vendor (dennis@audiofxdjs.com), and the staff has always been amazing. Alex has always been easy going and a pleasure to work with. We are usually paired up with Dorothy Rose Events and her awesome team as well! In addition, the food they serve is amazing and classy....even the vendor meals, which I believe is off the same guest menu that they are serving for that particular event. Keep up the great work! read more

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Carondelet was our wedding caterer first and then our caterer & venue. Let me explain: my husband and I contracted with Tres LA (which owns and operates Carondelet as well as another venue) in mid-2018 to cater our April 2019 wedding at my parents' home in Malibu. Tres LA reps did a great job of working with us to build our menu; we wanted to make food the focal point of our wedding, and our amazing planner Carole Grogan (who worked as a chef before starting her company Bright Blue Events) recommended Tres. Sadly, my parents lost their house in the Woolsey Fire in November 2018, and so we had to abruptly change plans. With our planner's help, my husband and I went back to the drawing board and approached Carondelet, which we had considered as a venue on looks alone before deciding on my parents' house. Incredibly, they had our date in April 2019 available. Even more incredibly, they had the aforementioned connection with our existing caterer, Tres. Transferring our menu was seamless and the Carondelet team was very kind and accommodating throughout the entire process, even when we asked them to host both a seven piece live Motown band and a traditional lion dancer performance in their space! On the day of the wedding, the staff was professional and considerate, and as I moved about the venue, they would congratulate me on the happy event. It was genuinely quite sweet! The place and the people who work in it make the experience highly personal, despite the venue's popularity. The bride's path from the gorgeous bridal suite through the sunlit courtyard and down the aisle is both beautiful and intimate--exactly the kind of atmosphere that we had hoped to create with an at-home Malibu wedding. The meal itself was delicious (the tastings are impressive and representative of what you get), and served thoughtfully by attentive and impeccable staff. The guests felt well taken care of by the quality of service, and it really allowed our time to celebrate with each other shine. All in all, despite our unconventional means of coming to wed at Carondelet, my husband and I agree that they were vital to making what will always be the best day of our lives. read more

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My husband and I got married here on 1-21-17 and had the BEST experience ever! This venue is absolutely beautiful, it has a romantic, elegant, and rustic old world charm that you just don't see too much of around LA; you hardly need decorations because the venue is so stunning. There are also several pretty outdoor spaces as well. The bridal suite is very spacious and a great place to take pictures while the bridal party is getting ready. The staff is absolutely amazing, especially Alex (what a professional gem he is!). The staff truly cares about every detail and they all go above and beyond to make sure everything is perfect. We also used their onsite caterer, Tres LA and the food was absolutely outstanding! Our guest's couldn't stop raving about how delicious their food was! The presentation of our passed appetizers and dinner was also superb, think 5 star restaurant quality! In addition, they are so generous here, they invited us to several free dinner tastings which were all delicious. The Carondelet House & Tres LA exceeded ALL of our expectations and I highly recommend them! If you are looking for a place that can execute flawlessly with impeccable taste & service then look no further, you've found it! read more

This review is long overdue! I want to thank everyone at Carondelet and TresLA for giving us the most perfect wedding here in December 2015. Crystal and Alex were phenomenal and gave us the wedding of our dreams while being flexible with our unique needs. They helped us customize a ceremony and reception that were uniquely us, and we were so grateful that we chose them. From the (delicious) tastings ahead of time to the walkthroughs to the day of, they gave us everything that we needed. They also made sure that, on the day of, we got to eat and celebrate and not worry about a thing! I recommend them without hesitation. They made all of our dreams come true. My only complaint was that our food was so delicious that we didn't have any leftovers to take home. I still think about those mac 'n cheese balls... they were to die for! Thank you, Carondelet. You were perfect in every way. read more

The little Napoleon Manager was horrible at my friends wedding on 12/12/12 They wouldn't give as water at the bar until 6:30 (we arrived at 6). And we're complete jerks about another friend needing to "breast feed". And kept coming into the room where she was w/ her boob out complaining we were in there. Avoid using the place!!!! The beautiful exterior can't hide that man's ugly attitude!!! read more

My husband and I were married at the Carondelet House this past March. After looking at hundreds of venues online, Carondelet House was the first and last venue we actually visited in person. Anybody who sees it would understand why. Our guests couldn't believe how amazing it was, that such a place could even exist in Los Angeles. It has a warm Southern atmosphere, like the best of New Orleans. It was important to us to be married in a place that was intimate, personal and relaxed. We originally wanted to get married in a house, but we didn't know anybody with a house big enough for our 130 guests. And Carondelet really does feel like someone's house- someone with great taste, a modern romantic who prefers texture over splashy colors. As a bit of an anti-bride I appreciated its distinct lack of sentiment. No cheesy doves or cutesy wedding crap here. The decor and furniture are well curated so you don't even need to decorate. As the first full wedding to be held in the venue there were a few hiccups along the way. But I'm sure they've worked out all the details at this point, just make sure to get everything in writing and have all your ducks in a row. I will say that Lara, our point of contact, was a pleasure to work with. She really takes pride in her work and spent countless hours responding to my many emails over the course of the year. Also, in-house caterer Tres LA is excellent (see my separate review). The day of our wedding was absolutely perfect and we had the best time partying away with our friends and family. If you're looking for a unique space for your event, I would highly recommend Carondelet House. read more

I had my wedding at Carondelet House this past weekend, and I couldn't get this Yelp review up fast enough! As you can tell from the photos and prior reviews, the place is gorgeous and completely unique. And Tres LA's food is delicious. I pigged out at my own wedding. So I happily echo those raves. But what REALLY stood out on my wedding day was the customer service. From the site manager to the wait staff to the doorman: you are going to be taken care of. I was completely relaxed the whole day, which is rare, considering I'm a Type A lunatic. I had an intimate 55 person wedding, and the space was perfect. My vendors, who rocked it: Wedding Coordination: http://www.socialhourevents.com/ Florist: http://brownpaperdesign.com/ & http://brownpaperdesign.tumblr.com/ Cake: http://www.larkcakeshop.com/ read more

When we first walked into Carondelet House we were so taken with its beauty and charm! Hands down the best venue we saw! So we went a little out of our budget to make it happen. We had the best wedding and are so happy with our decision to go with Carondelet House. Alex the site manager was amazing to work with and Crystal in sales was very accommodating. The few things that didn't go well were out weighed by the most amazing night we've ever had, but want to mention them here so you know going in. 1. A week before the wedding they told us there would be a $3 per slice cake cutting fee. This would make our $500 cake double in price. This is not in the contract, it's only in FAQ's (which is not mandatory reading material!!). They luckily accommodated us since we had so many emails regarding cake and they failed to mention it till a week before. 2. One of my favorite things about the space is the bridal suite. It's exactly what I pictured for getting ready with my ladies. Unfortunately many of the supplies and party stuff is stored upstairs next to the bridal suite so men and women employees were running in and out of the bridal suite!!! It added a lot of chaos to the getting ready part of my day. I even had to ask Alex if they could hold off a moment so I could change into my dress in privacy. He happily held off people coming in for a few minutes. But again not the best place to store stuff and not the best time to remove it. 3. After dinner they broke down the dining area, we had discussed leaving tables open all night for people who don't want to dance to have a place to go. Not sure how this miscommunication happened but we were bummed out the dining area was broken down so early. But overall these issues were really small and the wedding was absolutely amazing!! read more

The venue is beautiful. Hands down the most beautiful venue in LA. The interiors are tasteful yet unique and interesting, and there's something new to look at in every corner and in every room. We had our wedding here for this reason alone. It looks great in pictures and its even more lovely in person. The fact that there are separate rooms make for a very intimate and romantic wedding. Then there's Tres LA, the in-house caterer. The food is the best wedding food I've ever tasted, even now over a year later and having been to a lot of weddings since. Everyone still talks about how good the food was, and not only that there was a lot of food. No one went hungry. I wish I could go back every year and have dinner there on my anniversary. These are the two reasons that this is such a popular venue and it will not disappoint you. We read on previous reviews that some people had issues with the mic sound, but they explained to us that as long as you hold the mic within an inch or two of your face it is fine. We had no problem with our wedding toasts. It actually was one of the best parts of the night. They never give you a total itemized cost up front due to the fact that many options are customizable and they let you edit your contract as much as you change your mind. The venue cost and catering cost is separate because they are separate companies. Because of this, however, it's up to you to figure out how much you will be really paying in the end, considering manager and doorman fees etc. If you're not careful, you can easily overlook a fee when budgeting, get a reminder about it, feel surprised, then realize that it was mentioned once in a random insignificant location in the pages of your signed contract. So unlike me please be careful. Also, soft bar means soft drinks only. They assume you know this. Is it really common knowledge? I thought soft bar meant "no hard liquor" or something but I guess they would call that "wine and beer." (dont judge me...) Because of my lame mistake we had an open bar for half the time then suddenly there was NO alcohol and we were so surprised, and embarrassed because we wanted our guests to have a good time. A cash bar would have been better than a soft bar. Luckily after my husband talked to someone they brought out some beers for us last minute and added it to our tab. read more

Carondelet House was a wonderful venue for our daughter's wedding. It was so beautiful and everyone had a great time. Terri B read more

I love this red brick house! If you have your eyes opened and observe (take your time! don't rush yourself. don't be passive) the things that are ordinary around you, and appreciate (have some appreciation and gratitude of little things in your life) that are seemed to be typical and boring, for example, like the old and red brick house (that is empty, lifeless, no body's home) that is located at somewhat hidden and secluded corner of Wilshire and Carondelet (Yes! The name is Carondelet. Not familiar?). To those trained eyes with keen sense of artistic imaginations, this house is the most beautiful house anyone can live in: The Carondelet House. When I had my photography studio nearby, this house caught my attention since day one. The house looked very historical and elegant to me. I've been dreaming of this kind of historical, old, red brick 2 story building/house hidden in the middle of urban landscape as my future home. Later, I was informed from my neighbor (who has been living in Westlake area since its heydays) told me the house belongs to Otis Parson art school and it's been used as art galleries. And matter of fact, I've visited to one art exhibition that was held at Carondelet House where all the objects were dipped into tars and displayed as artistic sculptures. It was very interesting. But I was more into looking at the intricate details of the house. The Art-Nouveau style front entrance, classic hard wood floors, outdoor patio in the back, high and elongated arches connecting the hallways to each room... All were so beautiful and pleasing to my eyes. :) I wondered who was the first original owner of the house? But no information of the history of the house was available. Both first and second floor had plenty of warm and soft day lights (every photographer's ideal and favorite lighting condition for portraiture). It was my dream house! I just found out through an online article that Carondelet House was recently remodeled into a wedding venue site. How interesting!? Wow. I can totally imagine cozy and intimate wedding ceremony and reception at Carondelet House. I wish to photograph a beautiful couple tying the knot at this charming house in the future. read more

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Our daughter just got married at Carondelet House on April 19th, 2015. From the moment we walked into Carondelet House as a possible wedding venue, we realized we were in for a very special experience. The venue is outstandingly beautiful and very different than other wedding venues in that it has a very homey feel, but yet it's romantice and eclectic all at the same time. Crystal Napial was very informative and easy to work with from the get-go. Once we booked the venue, there honestly was nothing to do but make our required payments. It was super easy and stress free! All my friends had warned me that wedding planning was very stressful. Not true when you book at the Carondelet House. They do EVERYTHING, with the exception of all your other vendors, obviously. The day of the wedding - the venue was gorgeous, the staff is incredible! They were on it from the moment we arrived, leaving no stone unturned. Alex Abrahamian is the man in charge on the day of your event and let me tell you, I've never worked with anyone so professional, pleasant, kind and accommodating. I truly don't have enough words to describe how awesome he was. All of our guests remarked on the beauty and uniqueness of the venue, the bar service (fantastic premium alcoholic drinks, not watered down at all) and the food by Tres L.A. Was outstanding! Super delicious, hot, and the service unmatched to most five star dining experiences I've had in the past. My only regret is that I don't have another child to marry off, because if I did, I assure you it would be a repeat wedding. I'm on such a high and will be for months, if not years, to come. Loved every single moment. How many people can say their wedding day went off without a hitch?! That's what you'll get if you book Carondelet House. Best experience ever! Our memories will last through our lives of this very special day at this very special venue. Thank you Carondelet for making my daughter's dream wedding come true! read more

We were married at Carondelet House on 7/6/14, and we couldn't have dreamed of a more beautiful and perfect day! My husband found this venue on Yelp after we had fruitlessly searched for the perfect venue for weeks. As soon as we walked in the doors, we knew that the little Italian villa matched our style perfectly. The vintage furnishings, sparkling chandeliers, and brick-lined interior exude romance with a perfect balance of casual comfort and old world luxury. We had a bit of a tiff with them in the beginning when a staff member essentially promised to warn us if anyone was considering our date while we looked over the contract. We took a couple days to look it over and send it in and were sadly surprised when we were told someone else booked our original date 7/5. I was initially angry, but although that employee should have never said that, I realize they can't be expected to hold dates. So once I got over it, we booked for 7/6. i figured the people we love will come even if it's a Sunday instead of a Saturday. Other than that, everything with Carondelet went very smoothly. My wedding coordinator, Brooke Avishay owner of Orange Blossom Special Events, is absolutely amazing and has worked extensively with the folks at Carondelet, so I'm sure a ton of work went on that I didn't even know was happening (a common occurrence with Brooke who always managed to work magic without me even knowing...see my review for Orange Blossom Special Events). Carondelet is owned by Tres LA catering. Their menu options didn't really suit our sense of taste, so they let us custom create a menu at no additional charge. They helped us craft a Japanese-inspired menu with a miso-glazed cod and a NY steak in yuzu butter sauce that featured as our entrees. Both were excellent. The tasting was really fun and delicious, and we had tons of extra food to take home and enjoy afterwards. The walkthrough before the event was also very smooth, and Alex from Carondelet and Brooke knew exactly what points needed to be addressed to avoid any hiccups throughout the event. I honestly was a little unsure about how everything we planned was going to come together until we did that walkthrough with Alex. Every detail was covered and accounted for. One of my main concerns was my grandmother who is wheelchair-bound. She is very reluctant to leave the house as it is because she hates to feel like a burden. I wanted to make sure everything was in place for her so that she wouldn't get stressed out about "being in the way" or "making people go out of their way." When the day came, everything was perfect for her...they remembered every detail to make her experience as seamless and stress-free as everyone else's. Obviously Carondelet and Tres LA put in an enormous amount of work and effort to make my wedding such a wonderful day, but what makes them so awesome is the fact that I was unaware of any of it. I feel lucky to be a bride that was actually able to enjoy her own wedding. I ate my dinner even! I never noticed any of the wheels turning, any disruption for the change-over from ceremony to reception, I wasn't bothered with any problems or issues or questions. Brook, Alex, and Carondelet made sure my day was free from stress, decisions, and putting out fires. If you are getting married and have a relatively small crowd (~120...we had 85), I strongly encourage you to consider the Carondelet House. It's beauty, charm, and intimacy will steal your heart and make for an unforgettable day for both you and your guests! read more

After my (now)-husband and I walked into Carondelet for the first time, there was never a question it was where we wanted to get married. It was exactly what we were looking for; beautiful, unique, and intimate. We did our due diligence and looked at other venues but within a week we had booked our date and given our deposit. We we so committed we were even willing to wait a year and a half so we could secure the date we wanted. If I'm being honest, from that point forward I was always waiting for the other shoe to drop. I was convinced that since we had found perfection in one way, we were going to have to compromise somewhere else: the food would suck or the staff would be rude or the layout would be problematic... something had to give. I couldn't have been more wrong. Lara was our contact at Tres LA (the in-house caterer) and she was a hero from the moment we signed our contract. We booked in November of 2013 but didn't get married until May of 2015 and yet she treated me as a priority from the start. Whenever I emailed her she always got back to me immediately and graciously answered all of my questions. I can't even tell you what her actual job is because she helped us in so many different ways, there isn't a title that would sum it all up. Once Lara had set us up completely and hammered out every last detail, Alex, the site manager was there to make the day happen. When read in our contract that we were required to have a "site manager" on the day, I figured it would be some grumpy old guy in a t-shirt who would yell at our guests to use coasters. Instead, Alex was half-wedding planner, half-gracious host. He spent the entire day making sure that we had everything we needed, that all of our guests were totally taken care of and that the event went off without a hitch. The entire wedding was SEAMLESS from start to finish and I mean that in the truest sense of the word. He was so incredibly invested in our experience and the success of our day, he legitimately felt like part of the bridal party. As the day progressed we were continually blown away by how wonderful everyone was. The tone set by the staff created an environment that felt so warm and fun and celebratory... No one felt like they were "just doing a job" (although they did AN AMAZING JOB), they all felt like guests. P.S. The food is incredible... I won't dwell, just look at the pictures. This is not "wedding food", this is awesome food -- this is food you want to eat and your guests will comment on. From start to finish, Carondelet was the best decision we made. They exceeded every one of our expectations and we will be forever indebted Lara, Alex and all of the staff for making our wedding day amazing. read more

I have already left a review for Tres LA (five BIG stars!) but wanted to leave one for Carondelet separately as well. My husband and I got married at Carondelet House in September, and our wedding was literally perfect. I would not have changed a single thing. Alex and Lara were absolutely fantastic to work with. Alex was our primary contact for the venue (Lara for Tres L.A.), and he went above and beyond to make sure that everything ran smoothly. From our walk through, to the day of our wedding Alex was very professional and friendly. I could completely trust that he would take care of everything. As for the venue itself, it is stunning. To be honest, we thought we were sold on another venue in New York that we loved for our wedding, but Carondelet looked interesting online and my large family is in Southern California, so we decided to pay a visit. In person, Carondelet blew us away. The pictures online do not do it justice. We could not appreciate the feel of the venue and all of the details without visiting in person. Ultimately, because of the beauty of the venue, the reasonable price (for a wedding venue), and its house caterer, Tres L.A., Carondelet House won out over the New York venue. An additional consideration is that Carondelet is already beautifully decorated, so we did not need to spend lots of extra money trying to give character to a "blank slate" type of venue. the decor fit perfectly with the vintage, romantic vibe we were going for. We could not be more thrilled with our choice. Carondelet was a huge part of why our wedding was perfect. My friends and family still talk about how perfect it was. My sister is getting married in Boston and when visiting venues is constantly comparing things to Carondelet. For example, she loved the back patio and all the different areas where guests can mingle. Our friends send us texts whenever they see Carondelet on tv or in a magazine, like a recent episode of Bachelorette, or the Maroon Five video. I wholeheartedly recommend Carondelet for your wedding or event. It is an incredible venue that is very professionally run. You will not be disappointed. read more

I went to a wedding on Saturday and this place is enchanted with beauty, history and elegance. I love the location but hated the food, it was cold, and the fish was dried like frozen food gone wrong. However I understand this party was particularly very large for such a small location. If you are planning your reception there, make sure is for under a 100 people. Easy parking, and the personnel was very friendly and helpful. read more

The Carondelet House and Tres LA Catering are top notch. After an exhaustive venue search that spanned from Santa Ynez and Santa Barbara wine country to San Juan Capistrano in Orange County we decided on the Carondelet House for our wedding and reception on July 26th, 2014. The venue itself is already very beautiful and unique. I originally wanted an outdoor space but just couldn't find the right one. (Wineries don't serve hard liquor?! That was a deal breaker for me) This venue straddles the line between outdoor and indoor very well. It also has an old world charm that made it seem traditional and inviting to older guests and cool to younger ones. Beyond the beauty of the space is the food and how the venue is run. You can find the PERFECT venue but if the people who run it are goofy then forget it. The food is GOOD. The in-house caterer TresLA does a good job. As other reviewers have commented their open houses are such a wonderful tool to see the space on multiple occasions, try the food, measure the space, see various lighting schemes, etc. I found communication to be very good both on the catering and venue sides. I dealt with Lara regarding catering and Corinna and Alex for the venue. The space is very popular and therefore they have a lot of experience running all sorts of events - which means that your wedding will run smoothly unless you are doing something very different there. As a bride one of they keys to your happiness is communication. Communicate with your venue and caterer what your expectations are. Lara was very accommodating to our requests. After many trips to open houses I still wanted to try the actual food we were choosing for our guests vs. their appetizers. For me it was the right thing to do - the food at our tasting was delicious and put me at ease. The neighborhood is up and coming but for some will be a sticking point that it isn't as gentrified as they might like. It is in Westlake and close to MacArthur park where a lot of homeless live. For me it wasn't an issue. I liked that it was in the middle of the city. I liked that it wasn't all fake and manufactured like so many venues are (country clubs, wineries, etc.) and that it is in a historic corridor of the city. All in all I would highly recommend Carondelet & TresLA. read more