The Fiesta - Woodridge, NJ

I grew up passing the Fiesta all the time. I had been in there for various events but never for a wedding. When I passed it a few months back I saw the big changes that were made to the look of it and found out they changed the inside as well.
I was really impressed with the clean modern look of the cocktail hour room and the new ballroom.
It was large and open feeling with nice light colors.

The menu seemed large and very affordable. The only problem was the way the guests came into the venue. My sister in-law thought driving in under the building and being surprised by the fountains was a nice thing. My mother in-law said it was too dark and creepy. I guess everyone has a right to their opinion.

We did not taste the food so I can't comment on that but as far as looks and menu go, this place gives you a lot for the money. We were quoted $135 after all taxes and gratuities for a Saturday night in April 2013.

The Manor - West Orange

The Manor has beautiful curb appeal. You pull in and drive down the driveway and take in the amazing landscaping and flowers. When you pull up you go into the front door and are told to either go right or left for one of the 2 weddings that are going on.
The left ballroom is more of a darker wood look with outside fountains and the right is a lighter whiter version with views of the gardens.

The building has an older feel to it but it some how just adds to the charm. It isn't modern looking, it is more old mansion feeling.

The food at the Manor is known to be very good. Friends and famliy have dined here and attended many functiosn over the years. They offer a pretty standard menu for dinner but it is basic and not as over the top as some of the other halls that we visited.

The prices for a saturday in April were around $150 p/p after taxes and tips. It included everything on the menu plus a venetian hour and a few minor changes.