Make It Unforgettable...Make It McLoone's
251 to 300 guests
Holds ceremonies and receptions
AWARD WINNER (9X)
Thanks to recommendations from couples on The Knot
McLoone's Pier House is a wedding venue located in Long Branch, NJ. A stunning waterfront venue, it offers breathtaking views of the Atlantic Ocean, and a romantic atmosphere will make your event memorable.
Host up to 300 guests at this beautiful beach venue. Sitting directly on the boardwalk beside the beach, it offers a unique indoor/outdoor feel. Exchange vows on the sandy shore with loved ones seated facing the blue ocean. There is also a patio area for waterfront ceremonies underneath a white stone arbor with gold ornate details. When it comes to your reception, there's plenty of space for dining and dancing in The Atlantic Room. An elegant and contemporary space it is furnished with neutral tones and features and large windows filling the space with natural light. It lends itself well to any decor theme or color palette. Dine with your nearest and dearest seated at tables overlooking the ocean below. As the sun dips below the horizon, you can toast to your new chapter.
McLoone's Pier House offers fantastic cuisine and top-notch service. They can help create a menu just for your event. Along with delicious food, bar and drinks service are available. When it comes to planning your special day, the team goes above and beyond to ensure every detail reflects your vision. From cake and dessert to rentals and equipment, everything you need to throw the perfect wedding celebration is at your disposal. Your venue coordinator is on hand to ensure everything goes off without a hitch.
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Starting prices don't include service fees, taxes, gratuity, and rental fees. Guest count and seasonality may also affect prices. Peak season for this venue is May-Oct.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Liability Insurance
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 300
Settings
Ballroom
Beach
Waterfront
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Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
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5.0
out of 5.0112 reviews
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McLoone's Pier House in Long Branch is highly praised for its exceptional team, particularly Rachel, Lisa, Nelson, and Libby, who provided outstanding service from planning to execution. The venue offers beautiful ocean views and a perfect coastal vibe, receiving accolades for its delicious food, attentive staff, and seamless coordination with recommended vendors. Guests appreciated the stunning decorations, ample food choices, and the option for beach ceremonies. Reviewers emphasized the affordability, professionalism, and overall positive experiences, making it a highly recommended wedding venue for a stress-free and memorable event.Review photos
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Jennifer V
5.0
12/15/2024
We couldn’t have asked for a better wedding! From start to finish, the staff was incredibly communicative, ensuring everything ran smoothly on the big day. Every detail we requested for the setup was executed perfectly. The food was a highlight — everyone, including ourselves, loved it. With McCloones Pier House you also have the beautiful backdrop of the ocean for both the ceremony and reception. A big thank you to Lisa, Nelson, Rachel and every single staff member for making our day truly special!
Al D
5.0
12/14/2024
My wife and I just had our wedding here on 11/9/24. Lisa and Rachel were prompt, courteous, and extremely helpful as we worked through the details during planning and leading up to the big day. The ocean view was the perfect backdrop to our ceremony, and made for some great pictures. We opted to do the ceremony indoors, but the beach is also an option. We chose the "Coastal" wedding package, and the food was fantastic. Between the appetizers, hors d' oevres, and carving station, our guests were well fed even before the entrees arrived. Everyone was raving about the food. We also had maitre d' service, and Nelson tended to our every need. Our drinks never ran dry. He even brought us food in the bridal suite. The staff overrall was very attentive and took great care of our special guests. We utilized the recommended vendors (DJ, photographer, and officiant), although you have the option to hire your own. All of our vendors were well acquainted with the venue and staff, so they worked well together and everything was seamless and as close to perfect as we could have ever hoped for. The surrounding Pier Village has tons of options for before/ after parties and lodging, although, you could just mob downstairs after the wedding and occupy the bar if you wish. The downstairs bar/restuarant is also phenomenal and we returned there quite a few times over the following days to eat and drink. I hadn't been to Long Branch since I was a kid, and I couldn't believe how much they built the area up. I would highly recommend this venue for your wedding.
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Gina N
5.0
12/12/2024
We absolutely can't rave enough about our wedding at McLoone's Pier House in Long Branch! Rachel and her crew are top notch! From Consultation to the end of the evening, they made sure everything was perfect for our event! I dropped off of my centerpieces and finishing touches, I didn't have to worry about anything. They took it from there and made our dream wedding a dream. Our Maitre de Nelson totally took care of us all evening, even making sure the grandchildren had food and drinks. The food was terrific and our signature drinks were a hit! Amazing staff! I can't thank them enough! Absolutely recommend McLoone's for your special day!
Jessic G
5.0
12/12/2024
Lisa and the team were outstanding and so helpful during the entire process! We decided on a brunch wedding and were told by guests how this was one of the best weddings they have ever been to! The staff was super prompt at responding to emails and any questions we had! They worked with us with the buffet options and every detail of the day went as it was suppose to! The decorations they did morning of took my breath away! I was so pleased and would recommend this venue to anyone looking for the most perfect and stress free wedding experience! My husband and I couldn’t be happier with our decision! Thanks again!
Kimberly P
5.0
11/05/2024
McLoone’s was a dream to work with! They were professional, easy to coordinate with, made sure we didn’t have to worry about any decorations/setup day of, and had the best food including plenty of gluten-free food safe for me and my family members with Celiac. We worked mainly with Lisa in planning the details, and she made everything a breeze. We dropped off decorations and centerpieces the week leading up to the wedding, and everything looked perfect on the beach when we saw it all set up on our wedding day! And our maitre’d, Nelson, was phenomenal. He made sure we were well fed, ensured everything on my plate was gluten free, and was so helpful in rehearsal and coordinating the wedding day-of. My husband and I are so happy to have gotten married at McLoone’s- a beautiful venue and lovely people to work with. We highly recommend it!
Jen B
5.0
10/25/2024
We had our wedding at McLoone's Pier House and can't say enough about how perfect it was! Throughout the entire process the team at McLoone's made our wedding planning a great experience. From signing the contract to the event, everything was amazing and they made the process not only easy but also were extremely helpful. The venue was beautiful and decor was just as discussed. The food was amazing and we received so many compliments about it. From start to finish, McLoone's Pier House made our day unforgettable. Thank you to everyone on the team that made it possible!
Kathrin M
5.0
10/03/2024
Picking an affordable venue was probably one of the hardest things to find in this economy. We refused to go beyond our budget even though we almost did a few times. We also got a discount for booking a Thursday. This venue swooned us as soon as we walked in especially with the affordability. The views of the beach were incredible and the sunset was truly breathtaking during dinner. It felt like you were on the water the entire night. If you read reviews of the restaurant downstairs it might make you worried about how your wedding food will be (which I was worried about) but they’re two completely different chefs. From cocktail hour to dinner to our late night option we kept getting compliments all night about how good the food was! The bartenders, servers, and Maitre’D Nelson give impeccable service. We also worked with Rachel the banquet manager who had awesome communication with us the last year of planning. If you’re looking for a coastal vibe for a decent price, this is your go to venue!!!
Blair L
5.0
9/21/2024
Don't hesitate to book McLoone's Pier House for your wedding!! The staff ranging from servers to the onsite coordinators are amazing and incredibly helpful. Lisa, Nelson and Rachel are amazing to work with and truly bend over backwards to make your day special. It's been a full week since I've had my wedding and I'm still getting calls and texts about how not only beautiful the wedding was but how it was the best food some of my guests have ever had at a wedding. Book McLoone's for your wedding, you won't regret it!
Sarah A
5.0
9/21/2024
We are so happy we chose mcloones pier house! Rachel, Lisa and Mercedes were very helpful with the planning aspect. The maitre D, Nelson was outstanding!!! All of the servers (especially Alex) were so accommodating to us. Great food, great service, great views!! All of our guests were happy and so were we.
Denise B
5.0
9/14/2024
Lisa, Rachel, and Nelson are so perfect and professional!! We were late to our tasting but they were kind and nice that we made it in time to try the appetizers. Everything was perfect. The staff were friendly and knowledgeable and made sure everything went smoothly. Highly recommend them!!
Elizabeth C
5.0
7/31/2024
Our wedding was 7/19/24, and it went off beautifully! I was nervous since I had very little previous experience with weddings and wasn't sure what to plan for or expect, but Rachel and Lisa were very helpful and helped us cover all the bases. The package we chose was wonderful (included food, alcohol, dessert, lighting, etc.) and was pretty good bang-for-buck. We got great feedback on the night and food, and the maitre'd was also on top of things all night -- we had a great overall experience and our guests said the venue was beautiful -- it was a great time.
Jamie W
5.0
7/03/2024
We used McLoone’s Pier House for our wedding in June 2024 and I cannot say enough AMAZING things about this venue and their wonderful staff. We worked with Rachel from day 1 and she was so helpful, personable and efficient. She helped through every part of the process and gave us excellent recommendations as did our Maitre D’ Nelson, both made everything run so smoothly the day of our wedding that we did not need to worry about a thing! I can’t thank them and all of their staff enough for making our wedding so incredibly amazing! Every one of our guests complimented on how good the food was, how helpful and courteous the staff was and mostly how amazing the views were all night! I am so happy that we chose McLoone’s and that they will always hold a special place in our hearts - I would highly recommend McLoone’s Pier House!
Nicole T
5.0
5/28/2024
I had my wedding at McLoone’s and it was amazing. They helped me every step of the way. The food was delicious the view and the atmosphere is top of the line! Every guest had something great to say about the place the people and the food! I highly recommend having your wedding at McLoone’s!
Selina D
5.0
2/18/2024
What a beautiful venue for a bright cheerful wedding! I am the happiest bride! The food was outstanding and my guests were so impressed with the spread. The bar and food service team was just exemplary - they were so attentive and also seemed to be having a good time dancing up to the tables! The decor and dance floor were just perfect for the festivities - it was so elegant and so much fun at the same time. I will truly never forget our special day and I will always remember it as my magical dream wedding!
Sarah M
5.0
1/28/2024
I could not write enough about how wonderful the staff was at McLoone's for our New Year's Eve Wedding. From the quick responses and genuine excitement from Lisa/Rachel, to Nelson's professional experience, to the bar/wait staff and every little detail they all handled. I planned a wedding in about 2 months we're SO HAPPY we had it at McLoone's - it will be the BEST anniversay place to revisit every year. EVERYONE at our wedding had a blast and absolutely loved McLoone's. They raved about the food, the staff, the bar...we knew our wedding would be great with our family and friends, but McLoone's truly made it exceptional.
Brittany S
5.0
11/06/2023
We could not be more grateful to have had McLoone's Pierhouse as our wedding venue! My husband and I agree its the best wedding decision we made. Rachel, our wedding coordinator, is such a pro. She anticipated every possible issue before they arose. She has such a calming presence which was much needed. We were worried about weather for our wedding as we had originally planned to have a beach ceremony. It rained on our wedding, but it did not matter, because even inside the Atlantic Room, the view was breathtaking. McLoone's was so efficient in setting up for the ceremony and breaking down the chairs afterwards. Three weeks out now from our wedding and guests are saying McLoone's Pierhouse had the best food and service they've ever had at a wedding! All the staff were polite, professional and cheery, singing along to the songs. Nelson, our Maitre-d, was so fun and easy going. McLoone's exceeded every expectation we had. If you are looking to have a beach wedding, look no further. McLoone's Pierhouse is incredible in every way. Thank you McLoone's!!!!!
Michelle A
5.0
10/02/2023
We had an absolutely amazing wedding at Mcloone’s. From the time we booked to the end of the wedding the whole team was beyond attentive and amazing. Rachel was incredibly responsive and accommodating to every single question and request. Our Maitre’D was also amazing. So very attentive- did not have to ask for a thing because he just appeared with it! So sweet as well!!! My guests raveeeeeed about the food, drinks, and views. If you’re looking to have an extremely fun wedding for your guests- Mcloone’s is your place!!! Thank you so so so much Mcloone’s!! Love, Michelle, Devin, & Jax 🤍
Kelsey E
5.0
9/26/2023
McLoone’s Pier House was an exceptional place for our wedding venue. The staff went above and beyond throughout our entire planning process; attentive, helpful in answering any and all questions and ensured that our day ran smoothly. The space was gorgeous and large enough to fit our 150 guests comfortably. The food and bar did not disappoint! Our guests left happy with full stomachs, smiles and memories to last forever. I would use this space over again if I could, it was the perfect beach wedding venue!
Cathy P
5.0
9/23/2023
Libby and the staff at McLoone's Pier House were responsive and amazing in facilitating our dream wedding celebration. Our guests were blown away by the view of the ocean, the food, and the perfection of the venue. We can't say enough about the staff and the venue, highly recommend.
Tim Y
5.0
9/09/2023
My wife and I got married here a week ago & this venue was absolutely amazing! From the food, to the actual place, to all the staff, words cannot express how floored and grateful we are for everyone that helped us along the way! From our McLoones Coordinator Rachel to our
maitre d' Nelson, everyone was super kind, helpful, & supportive! If you are a beach person, this is the perfect place to go! The Venue has it set up with the town so you can get married on the boardwalk! They helped us have the most amazing wedding day! I highly recommend them 10/10!
Victoria M
5.0
8/30/2023
McLoone’s Pier House, Libby, and every single staff member involved in our special day were perfect. They coordinated everything seemlessly, kept things moving along, and did so in the most professional manner anyone could expect. They seemed to actually enjoy our wedding along with us!!
Alyssa S
5.0
8/30/2023
I cannot recommend McLoone's Pier House enough! My now-husband and I had a tough time when we initially searched for wedding venues. We knew we wanted a beach wedding with hotel options nearby, but found the options within our price point very limiting. Upon entering McLoone's, it felt light and open and was truly a beachy venue. We did not want to think about rain, but other venues often offered indoor ceremony options in a back room with no windows, while McLoone's still felt like we were on the beach! Looking at the pricing, especially in relation to the quality and quantity of food, it was a no-brainer!
From our first visit, the entire staff was gracious and helped us feel comfortable and confident in our decision. Rachel answered so many questions via email, was extremely organized, and made clear exactly what we needed to do and when, to ensure that everything was all set before the big day. She and the team did a fantastic job getting everything set up to make my exact vision for the venue come to life! The decorations were set up to perfection and I loved everything about it!
On the day of our wedding, the entire staff was amazing. Everyone was kind, attentive, and excited for us! We have to shout out the maitre d' Nelson- he was amazing! He coordinated plates of food for us while we got ready for the ceremony so we did not have to deal with a hangry groom situation. I realized right before we walked down the aisle that an item we were using for our ceremony was missing. He coordinated to have it brought in without anyone (me included!) even noticing when it happened! Throughout the night he checked in on us, and was watching the radar so closely that he notified our photographer when we needed to go outside for some couple's photos so we would miss the rain. Thank goodness he did, as a huge thunderstorm rolled in just a few minutes after we got back! The food was amazing, everyone was raving about it- we definitely recommend the surf and turf option!! Even the next day, the staff packed everything up nicely for us and made pick-up so easy. I wish we could relive wedding day and we can't wait to go back to visit on our anniversary! Thank you everyone!
Amanda C
5.0
7/22/2023
We are SO HAPPY we chose McLoone's to celebrate our wedding. Every single person we worked with were so helpful and so on top of everything.
It's a beautiful location, and the menu is unmatched. We had multiple guests tell us it was the best food they'd ever had at a wedding.
Highly recommend!
Ashley K
5.0
7/14/2023
We have been told by all of our wedding guests that our wedding was the best they have been to! The venue was beautiful and the help we received throughout our entire planning process was incredible. If we could do it all over again we would not change a thing!
Alyssa R
5.0
6/28/2023
We had our wedding at McCloone's and we absolutely made the right choice and would do it all over again. Rachel and her staff are so lovely to work with an accommodating. The day of our wedding was a rainy one and all we wanted to do was get married outside. The McCloone's team were so patient with us and they were able to wait for the storm to to pass and give us our dream ceremony outside. Thank you again for all that you did to make our day so special!! Oh and the food was AMAZING!! Cocktail style reception is the way to go!
Sarah Y
5.0
6/14/2023
If you are looking for a venue that is not a ballroom, McLoone's is the places. It was so romantic the different spaces were super spacious so beautiful. The open concept room has a bar area, a cocktail table/ dance floor area, and a dining area. Libby, Rachel, and Nelson were amazing! Our families and my husband and I did not have to ask for anything the day of our wedding; they were next to us before we could even form a thought about what we may need. The food...oh my goodness. I have never been to a wedding where the guests did not stop talking about not only the plethora of options during cocktail hour, but the plated dinner, too. Who enjoys the dinner at a wedding? Our guests did! Having surf and turf as one of our three options was a show stopper. The lobster tail and filets were cooked to perfection. The day went to perfection, the room looked stunning with décor from our florist and from the venue. We planned our wedding in seven months and they made it happen! Best day of our life!
Kim E
5.0
5/30/2023
Beautiful wedding venue with the most amazing views!!
Lorenz C
5.0
5/29/2023
We had our beach wedding ceremony and reception here and it was picture perfect! They did an amazing job setting it up and everyone raved about the food! Libby and Nelson are amazing. They paid a lot of attention to detail and were so professional and cordial. We loved it here! Thank you so much for making our special day!
Kalaina A
5.0
5/25/2023
Libby and everyone at McLoone’s was incredible to work with. They were easy to contact, professional, and handled absolutely everything. They made our day as stress free as possible!!!
Margaret Mary D
5.0
1/03/2023
You can't go wrong with McLoone's! The staff was on the ball and professional. The GM we worked with (Libby) would answer us almost immediately every time via email.. and during our event, the GM (Nelson) made himself available and accessible. There was a wedding the day before and the day after ours.. the staff CLEARLY knows what they're doing wedding after wedding :) We are so pleased with our experience .We were also able to visit a handful of times during our wedding planning, and their flexibility to allow us to visit was great. Also - we got lots of positive feedback that the food was delicious. From what we had that evening, it was delicious :) I would recommend McLoone's for your wedding for SURE!
Stacy K
5.0
1/01/2023
From beginning to end, our experience at McLoone’s was exceptional. We had already been to brunch at McLoone’s in the past and we knew we liked their food and the view from the Atlantic room (beautiful view of the beach with many windows). After seeing the package offerings/enhancement options, plus after meeting with their Director of Events, Rachel, it was an easy decision in selecting McLoone’s to have our wedding. For the year leading up to our day, anytime I had any kind of question, I was able to send an email and receive a prompt and kind response. Our food tasting experience was wonderful- the Maitre d’, Nelson is so helpful and accommodating. We had a quick and painless rehearsal experience thanks to Nelson taking the lead and walking us through everything-he saved us so much stress! The day of wedding was truly the best day of our lives- Rachel, Nelson and all of the staff made everything PERFECT! We had sent an email the night before because we realized we forgot an important piece of a decoration item that could not be easily replaced and they were able to find a work around (again, saving us so much stress). I felt like we were so taken care, like they had everything in control and that we were truly able to just enjoy the day. At one point I told my new husband that I felt like royalty! We really appreciated how attentive they were to us and our families. So many people complimented the food also. It was truly the most wonderful experience. I’m looking forward to being able to dine at McLoone’s in the future because they are wonderful and it will always be a very special place to us.
Jacqueline L
5.0
11/06/2022
Recently back in September, we had both our ceremony and reception at McLoone’s Pier House in Long Branch and had such an amazing experience. Starting with the planning, Rachel was such a pleasure to work with. From the very beginning she was so helpful and knowledgeable, answering all our questions in great detail, and making us feel very comfortable. We visited McLoone’s several times during the planning stages for meetings with Rachel as well as for food tastings, and Nelson as well as the entire staff were so welcoming and nice to us and our families. For our reception we provided Rachel with details and pictures of the decorations for all the tables and for the entire room and everything came out exactly as we envisioned. We had our ceremony outside in the gazebo on the boardwalk overlooking the beach & ocean which was amazing. Everything went very smoothly for the ceremony thanks to the rehearsal with Nelson the day prior, making sure everyone understood where they needed to be. Our reception was a daytime brunch in the Atlantic Room upstairs with gorgeous views of the ocean. Our families are still telling us how amazing the food was, they have so many options for customization to fit everyone's needs. The hors d’oeuvres during the cocktail hour were all delicious. Thanks to the amazing staff the entire reception was perfect, nothing felt rushed, and we really got to enjoy ourselves. For the amount of food that was included, as well as the delicious cake from Chocolate Carousel, the value for the brunch package was well worth it. We would highly recommend McLoone’s Pier House for anyone looking for an amazing wedding day at the beach that you will never forget!
Kelsey B
5.0
10/22/2022
Mcloones is the perfect place to get married. My husband and I had our ceremony on the beach and then reception upstairs in Mcloones. Our wedding coordinators were fantastic and helped us plan the most perfect day. They made the day run so smoothly and even provided us food so we didn’t miss cocktail hour after pictures. Mcloones is definitely reasonably priced compared to all other wedding venues. The team was so great to work with! I would 110% recommend Mcloones to every bride looking to get married by the beach. Guests also get all views of the beach the whole night. The food was so good. Everyone had a great time!
Mark K
5.0
10/14/2022
Kayla & the rest of the team at McLoone’s Pier House went above and beyond to make us feel like we were family. They made sure that our Wedding Day not only was everything we pictured, it was even better. We will be forever grateful to the people at McLoone’s
Caitlin F
5.0
10/02/2022
We had an incredible ceremony & reception at McCloone's Pier House. The staff goes above and beyond to take away any stress from your day. They are extremely flexible & think of everything so you don't have to. We wanted a beach ceremony and they handle it all. Nelson & Rachel both work so hard throughout the entire process. You can tell they genuinely enjoy what they do & love to experience the entire day & lead up with the couple. Its at a gorgeous restaurant directly on the boardwalk/beach with beautiful views of the ocean & windows that open to give you the indoor/outdoor feel. You are able to choose from an extensive food menu & all alcohol is included in your initial price, even going out of their way to bring up non-alcoholic beer for a guest on his way downstairs to grab one from their regular bar. We are so grateful to have chosen such an easy & beautiful venue to work with. They made our day even better than we could have imagined. Highly recommend this amazing venue for your special day.
Sarah G
5.0
9/18/2022
The venue and coordinator, Kayla, was absolute perfection for our wedding! It turned out beautiful and everything was so amazing. From the menu, to the scenery, to the planning, everything went smoothly!
Alyssa M
5.0
10/11/2021
McLoone’s Pier House was amazing! Rachel, and our Maitre D Nelson made the day run smoothly and made it easy and truly enjoyable for my husband and I. Our outdoor beach ceremony needed to be moved inside, and they made sure we didn’t need to have a single worry about the change. Rachel quickly responded to all of my emails and answered every question I had and was extremely helpful throughout our whole planning process. Not to mention the beautiful view all day. Our friends and family complimented how beautiful the venue itself and the view was.
Denise S
5.0
9/27/2021
This place absolutely was amazing!! The venue was absolutely amazing, and the staff was beyond pleasant ! Everyone was so nice and made the day easy for myself and my husband! I definitely would highly recommend any parties here, they are so organized and whatever you need they will make sure they get it done for you! Thank you for everything!!
Mariellyn D
5.0
12/03/2019
McLoones Pier House did an amazing job with our wedding ceremony and reception. Katie was so helpful and responsive throughout the whole process with all my questions. The entire process and wedding day was super smooth!! Thank you so much!!
Emily V
5.0
11/17/2019
Our whole wedding was in the Atlantic Room at McLoone's and I really enjoyed working with them to learn what went into creating our day. No question was too small to email or call about and they were great about updating our plans when a detail changed (and there were many). They gave gentle guidance on design tips with decorations and were a fountain of knowledge for just about any question I had. It was hard to believe they could turn our ceremony into cocktail hour in under 5 minutes but they did it! Completely recommend them for indoor weddings under 125 guests!
Nicole F
5.0
11/15/2019
My husband and I had an absolutely amazing wedding reception at McLoone's Pier House. From the moment we connected with the banquet coordinator, Megan, we were impressed with her responsiveness and how helpful she was throughout the entire process. Our wedding was a bit nontraditional (a low-key Saturday brunch reception with about 60 guests) and Megan was incredibly accommodating of all our needs and requests. We especially loved that McLoone's offered so many wedding day items (card box, cake cutting knife/server, extra lanterns/florals, etc.) that we could borrow for the reception, rather than spending money on our own single-use items.
On our wedding day, the maitre d', Nelson, coordinated everything perfectly and continually checked in with us to make sure we had everything we needed. We did not have a DJ/MC (we hooked up an iPad to their speaker system and use our own Spotify playlist) so Nelson helped us ensure the reception stayed on track. The food was delicious and our guests loved the brunch spread. Megan and her team also found spots for all of our handmade decorations throughout the reception space.
As an added bonus, McLoone's Atlantic Room has an absolutely stunning ocean view from its floor-to-ceiling glass windows. We're so glad we had a daytime reception so everyone could enjoy the gorgeous sights!
We could not be more grateful to McLoone's for helping us create the wedding we envisioned. Thank you for a perfect day!
Sara F
5.0
10/02/2019
From the first time my fiancé and I saw McLoone's, we knew it was the venue for us. We have always loved the beach, so McLoones' beautiful view and beach ceremony was a perfect fit. The staff was so responsive and helpful. Katie and Meaghan quickly responded to any questions we had. Whenever we met with them, you truly got the feeling that they knew exactly what they were doing and there was no need to worry. Our wedding day was perfect. The venue looked beautiful and they decorated exactly as we wanted. Nelson and his crew ran everything so smoothly and on schedule. The food was awesome! All of our guests kept saying how amazing the cocktail hour was. Anything we needed that day, they delivered. We truly felt like we were in good hands and could enjoy our big day. We highly recommend McLoone's and their staff for your wedding!
Meghan C
5.0
7/26/2019
My wedding at Mcloone's Pier House was everything we imagined and more! Thanks to Katie and Nelson (the maître d') everything went smoothly. Katie is quick to respond to emails, provided insight into how to best set the venue up, and gave us ideas like setting up a kids activity table in the back to keep the little ones happy. The day of Nelson was a huge help in getting everyone together, setting up, and keeping everything running according to schedule. The food was SO TASTY and there was lots of it, not a hungry guest in sight. Plus you can't beat the views of the beach from the 2nd floor. We are so happy with how everything turned out and wish we could do it all again.
Sherri V
5.0
5/11/2019
I can't say enough about how Megan and Nelson took care of us from step 1. We got married last weekend and although the weather wasn't fantastic. The details and care when switching to an inside ceremony were amazing. I can't thank them enough for having my husband's and my dreams become reality.
Meredith D
5.0
11/03/2018
My wife and I were married at McLoones just this past Friday night. We have nothing but positive things to say about the venue and its dedicated staff. Our coordinator, Megan, was wonderful from start to finish! She answered all questions timely throughout the planning process and was so organized that it felt easy. Nelson, the maitre d’, orchestrated the ceremony and reception the night of and the rehearsal the night before....everything flowed seamlessly. In addition to the amazing staff....our guests complimented the delicious food and stunning ocean views. We were so happy with our venue choice and will be back in the future! Thank you, McLoones Pier House!
Michelle K
5.0
10/24/2018
Everything about our wedding at McLoone’s Pier House in October 2018 was absolutely perfect! I have so many wonderful things to say about this venue and the entire staff. We worked with Jillian, and she was truly incredible throughout the whole process, starting from the day we met. She knew exactly what to do in every step of the planning process and thought of things I never would have thought of on my own. She answered any questions right away and gave me suggestions and advice if I wasn’t sure about something. Working with Nelson was also great – he coordinated the ceremony and even helped us do a quick rehearsal the afternoon of the wedding. He was always readily available during the reception if we needed anything. The venue itself is so beautiful, with stunning ocean views from every window. Our ceremony took place inside during sunset, and people still cannot stop talking about how beautiful it was. All the food – cocktail hours, appetizers, dinner – was delicious. You are allowed to bring your own décor and they take care of everything. We dropped everything off the day before the wedding, and McLoone’s staff handled the rest – they set-up all the décor, then packed everything up for us to pick up after the wedding. You can tell that the staff is very experienced in hosting weddings - they know what to do at every step of the way and the day itself ran so smoothly and efficiently – but at the same time, it was a very personalized experience and they truly dedicate time and effort to make the wedding exactly what you want. We are forever grateful to Jillian, Nelson, and the entire staff at McLoone’s for our dream wedding day and we would recommend McLoone’s Pier House to anyone looking for a unique ocean venue with impeccable service. Thank you Jillian, Nelson, and everyone at McLoone’s Pier House!
Ashley G
5.0
10/16/2018
I cant say enough how amazing my wedding was. From planning to the last minute of reception it was fantastic. Very organized. Food was great. Venue is pretty and the view is beautiful. Have Nelson coordinate everything was a huge help. You literally just tell them what you want and just show up! I made my own centerpieces, dropped off a few pictures and odds and ends. They did the rest. My husband even forgot the boutenieers 🙄 To keep me from panic, Nelson quickly made some himself for the guys and they looked great. Everything went smoothly, no stress at all, and everyone said it was one of the best weddings they been to! Very happy!
Tori L
5.0
10/05/2018
McLoone's was the best decision we made! My husband and I were looking for the perfect beach venue and McLoone's did not disappoint! The staff was phenomenal, and catered to all of our requests! Our day was absolutely perfect all thanks to the amazing people at McLoone's and I highly recommend taking a look if you want a perfect beach wedding!
Liz C
5.0
9/08/2018
We just had our wedding at McLoone's 2 weeks ago and it was amazing! We had such a great experience with McLoone's and all the staff - especially Katie and Nelson. Katie helped along the way with any questions and was always quick to respond. Everything went so smoothly the night of the wedding and it really could not have turned out better! Would highly recommend this venue! We absolutely loved it!!!!
Kim L
5.0
9/02/2018
When I walked into McLoone's in Long Branch, I knew this was the venue for us. Such a great vibe and they even offer their own decorations for you to use (hello cost-savings!). Additionally, I knew I picked the right venue down the shore in NJ when I told people where we were getting married and anyone that has been to this venue only has GREAT things to say! They are reasonably priced, able to have a beach ceremony and reception held at the same location, and the food and drinks are delicious and plentiful - no one will leave hungry! Katie was our coordinator and was fantastic! She was so responsive and offered advice when I asked. Nelson was our maitre'd and he was amazing the night of our wedding - always making sure that my husband and I had a drink and food (even some food held for us in the bridal suite if we needed to break away). They even packed up everything for us so we could easily come the next day and pick up boxes of items quickly. Their recommended vendors are also amazing. During such a stressful time, McLoone's made the planning and day such an enjoyable event! Highly recommend :)
Tamara G
5.0
8/21/2018
We had an amazing wedding at McLoone's Pier House. My husband and I had to plan this wedding from California, so it was very important to us that the venue was highly organized and responsive to phone/email. They exceeded our expectations. Katie (our event coordinator) was so helpful every step of the way for months leading up to the wedding. Random questions were answered easily (can we get a blessed kosher meal? What should we do about the photo booth? Can you help me find a hair dresser? What should I do for centerpieces?) On the weekend of the wedding, I was further impressed. The maitre d' is a complete professional, and he ran a well organized rehearsal. On the day of the wedding, there was a crazy rainstorm that started within one hour of our outdoor ceremony. The staff were able to seamlessly move the ceremony indoors, and we (my husband and I) did not have to worry for one second. Many of our guests positively commented on the smooth transitions, and the overall pacing of the event. Not to mention the beautiful views from the venue and the delicious food. Our guests were stuffed. I recommend that everyone consider this venue.
Raquel H
5.0
8/09/2018
If you are thinking about having your wedding at the Mcloone's you should definitely do it. It's a great location at Long branch beach. My wedding was inside the restaurant and it was beautiful specially because of the view you get from the ocean. The staff is amazing, they coordinate everything to go smooth before/after the ceremony and party, we did not have to worry about anything. Everybody loved the food, drinks and the way they set up the floor plan for the ceremony. The price is great as well. Me and my husband are really happy :)
Gina C
5.0
8/06/2018
McLoone’s is the BEST place to have your wedding weather beach, pavilion or just inside! My wedding was absolutely perfect. Megan, our coordinator, was wonderful and lead us through the whole process and made sure I was happy the whole time. They do everything that you ask and are very clear about all details. Nelson, our maitre de, obviously knows what he’s doing because he did a flawless job! I never had to think twice and he made sure I had everything I wanted on my day. I don’t think anything could have gone more perfect on my wedding day. Part of their preferred vendors included Spinners Entertainment (Jay Della Valle) and this was the best DJ and band to have for a wedding. They got everyone up and dancing.
Honestly can’t say enough good things or put into words about how well everything went with McLoone’s. It rained 20 minutes before my ceremony on the beach and then the skies cleared and it was beautiful!! McLoone’s is the place to have your wedding. You’d be crazy not to have your wedding here
Alyssa S
5.0
8/06/2018
We knew we wanted a beach wedding... we looked all over the Jersey Shore... this was our last venue to look at... and from the minute we met with them we knew they were the one!! Megan and Nelson were absolutely amazing... from start to finish!! They were so patient with me... I would email them all the time with questions and they were great!!
The food was amazing ... so many of our guests reached out and said how good the food was...
There wasn't a detail that was forgotten... we wish we could do it all over again!!
Our ceremony was on the beach and it was truly amazing!! During the reception we realized it was a full moon and it looked awesome over the ocean so we asked them to open the windows and they did!!
Kate S
5.0
7/14/2018
Our experience with McLoone’s for our wedding was absolutely amazing. From the start, katie was so helpful, answering all of our questions. The day of ran so smoothly with the help of Nelson, who made sure we were happy (and eating and drinking!) throughout the whole reception. We had a PARTY, with many broken glasses on the dance floor and the service was unbelievable, continuously cleaning up after us without an issue. They decorated using our decor and their own be beautifully. We are so happy we chose mcloones!
Noel M
5.0
7/06/2018
We couldn’t be happier with our wedding venue. The staff was so great and the food was delicious! Our guests were amazed by the beautiful views and ceremony on the pier. Katie was so helpful with the planning and answered all of our questions throughout the year, we can’t thank her enough. Nelson, our Maitre D’, was wonderful and was with us all day making sure everything was going well. Our decor was set up perfectly and we received tons of compliments from friends and family about the venue. Thank you for making our wedding an unforgettable day!
Best,
Kyle & Noel Zuccheri
Morgan C
5.0
6/15/2018
We could not have dreamed of a more perfect day! We got Married on June 3, 2018.
Between Megan helping us all along the way and all the wonderful staff that helped us the whole day it really was great.
We had planned on getting married on the beach but the weather did not allow! I was disappointed at first but when I saw how beautiful the ceremony was inside and how seamless the transition was from ceremony to cocktail hour and than the reception it was amazing! We had perfect views of the water as our backdrop and they did an amazing job setting up the ceremony inside. After the wedding a bunch of my guests commented on how seamless the transition with everything was.
The food was absolutely amazing! We went with the buffet wedding and it was all out of this world. The seafood was delicious, GET THE CRAB CAKE! All of the options really were great.
I cannot say enough positive things about our wedding and how great it was. It completely exceeded our expectations and we cannot be more happy!
Lindsay G
5.0
6/15/2018
We worked with Megan and Nelson at McLoone's Pier House for our wedding! They were amazing. They were on top of everything and I never had to worry about a thing. The food was delicious; my guests could not stop raving about it. We did a day time brunch wedding event for 100 people and honestly everything was perfect.
Samantha S
5.0
6/08/2018
Mcloone's is an amazing venue for anyone who wants to have their wedding near or on the beach. My husband and I had our wedding here on May 19, 2018. From the very beginning, Jillian and Nelson were extremely kind and professional. In fact, while we were venue shopping we just popped in to Mcloones unannounced after the gym. Jillian was more than accommodating and sat with us to explain everything. The price of the venue is unbeatable compared with other venues on the beach. The food was tasty, plentiful, and there was a large selection to choose from. It even includes a delicious cake from The Chocolate Carousel. The staff at Mcloones were courteous and kind to all our guests, making everyone feel comfortable. It actually rained the entire day of our wedding and yet the ceremony was intimate and beautiful inside. We were able to bring in all our own decorations for the tables and Jillian, Nelson, and their team packaged everything exactly as we brought it in at the end. Nelson was extremely hands on the entire wedding day always making sure we had drinks and food. Our wedding was a dream come true! Almost everything exceeded our expectations! We would recommend this venue to anyone who loves the beach, tasty affordable food, a laid back atmosphere, beautiful beach views, and kind/professional people! We absolutely loved this venue and would never have changed it for the world.
Lyndsi S
5.0
5/31/2018
McLoone's was truly amazing! They were always extremely helpful and helped pull off our big day exactly as we wanted it. Megan was our event coordinator and she made sure everything went according to plan. It is a beautiful venue and the food and service was amazing!
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