We are getting married in June at the Larkfield and cannot tell you how excited we are to get married at this venue. I read one of the recent reviews where another couple decided to cancel their booking after not being treated as warmly as they felt they should have been and wanted to share my experience. I wish that couple all the best for a wonderful wedding as they deserve, but in my experience from attending weddings throughout Long Island, NYC and Westchester, researching venues and hearing friends and families comments about how unbelievable the food was and how beautifully done weddings they attended at the Larkfield - I am confident we picked the perfect venue for our wedding and feel bad that this couple's off experience deterred them from hands down one of the best venues on Long Island.
I had never been to the Larkfield (or its predecessor Larkfield Manor) prior to beginning my research. Let me tell you initially I was 100% against having my wedding at a "catering hall" or "wedding factory". I did not want to get married at a location that hosted more than one event at a time. I looked at the Garden City Hotel, private country clubs, vineyards, you name it I looked into it. My fiancé was rooting for destination - but when we visited the Larkfield, we were instantly sold. I will say looks are deceiving - pulling up to the location, you wouldn't think this gem is held inside the walls off Larkfield Road. The completely rebuilt venue is spectacular. It belongs on a cliff top overlooking the Mediterranean. If it was a little further north into the hills or Northport overlooking the water, you could expect to pay 3x the amount they are asking. For us, entertainment and food is the most important thing. The cocktail hour room is spectacular; the outside area is nothing short of stunning. There is seating for 400 people. With a wedding with close to 300 guests - this is huge for us. There is nothing more important than our guests being able to enjoy the plentiful, gourmet style cocktail hour, without vying for seats and having to stand to enjoy their food and cocktails (which they won't have to wait in line for as the bar areas are huge). There is even a gorgeous gazebo where our cigar roller can entertain our guests.
The main room is stunning, completely state of the art, with lighting and sound systems. The dance floor is a good size and 300 guests are not remotely cramped. The linens, the china, etc. is all gorgeous. We met with Harry and Peter the day we visited the venue, and they were both extremely proud of their venue and accommodating. Trust me, as I've visited them all - you will NOT get close to what they offer here anywhere else.
Now for the most important part - food. We had our tasting last week. We are foodies and Larkfield definitely lived up to its promise and the reviews! The food is high end restaurant style - from the preparation and perfect cooking to the plating. The filet mignon with garlic mashed was my personal favorite - cooked to medium rare perfection. However my family raved about the Teriyaki Salmon crusted in Sesame seeds, the risotto the rack of lamb and even the French breast chicken. Nothing was dry, nothing was overcooked, I was told to enjoy the food now b/c wedding time the bride and groom won't get a chance to - I will make a point to sit down for this meal. The only thing I didn't care for was the champagne and white wine that is on the table. We are serious wine drinkers and those two fell short (the red was delicious). However, Peter assured us that there are other options at the bar for our guests in the event they don't like that particular pinot grigio, etc. and you can always bring your own.
At the end of the day, these people will make your wedding. They are true professionals and take pride in their venue and their work. Sidenote - my fiancés cousin was married here before it was renovated, her father to this day talks about how great the maître de and staff was at the Larkfield, how professional and how detailed they were. He can't wait to attend our wedding and neither can I! read more