Great event place with good food and atmosphere , both inside and outside. The staff were friendly…read moreand helpful. There is also plenty of parking. The outdoor areas have some beautiful picture spots.

I was in the area and decided to stop by for a tour. Usually it's best to make an appointment but I…read moredidn't. The staff was super friendly & still showed me around. I did not book this venue but I still wanted to leave a review. Will recommend.

Finest catering venue around!!! Food is excellent and the ballroom is breath-taking!!read more

My husband and I were invited to a friend's wedding this past weekend. We'd never been to White…read moreOak Plantation before so we didn't know what to expect. Upon arrival, we were impressed by the magnificient beauty of this place. It is GORGEOUS! The interior is very classy and elegant, with a beautiful staircase just as you enter. Outside, you are surrounded by exquisitely maintained gardens. It was absolutely stunning. It was an outside wedding, and the set up was nice. Afterward, we were guided to the patio area for the reception. There was a full bar set up to the left as you entered, and a mimosa station to the right of the patio. A nice set up area for the disc jockey. Hor d'oeurves were served to the guests while the guests waited for the arrival of the bride and groom. The hor d'oeurves they were serving were small boudin balls, grilled shrimp in bacon with what tasted like mild bbq sauce on them, and small grilled cheese. All were awesome. After the arrival of the bride and groom, the main food was served. They had this really cool set up that served shrimp and grits in martini glasses. You were able to add a variety of other items to your grits if you wanted. The other food areas served pork loin that could be made into small sandwiches. Another area had fried catfish, stuffed mushrooms, and pasta. The fried fish tasted as good as any restaurant I have ever been to. ALL of the food was restaurant quality, and served hot, not room temperature. I figured out it is owned by John Folse. You can definitely tell by the food quality! AWESOME! The staff were all VERY friendly and cordial. The facility was clean and well kept up. Absolutely gorgeous. I was nosy and asked the bride's mom what the event cost because it seemed to me that it HAD to be very expensive. I was actually stunned at the price she told me because I've been to weddings that cost significantly more, and were no where near as high class, elegant, simply GORGEOUS, and the food as fabulous. If you are looking for a venue for an event or a wedding, this hidden gem is DEFINITELY one to check out! ABSOLUTELY FABULOUS (I can't say this enough!)

White Oak is an amazing place! The grounds are beautiful and filled with lush greenery. The…read moreplantation house is splendid with its huge columns, beautiful staircase, and antique furnishings. There are many plantation homes in the South and there are a few that are very dear to me (Houmas House and Oak Alley) but White Oak is numero uno in my books. What sets it apart, for me, is that it is owned by John Folse. He is an incredible chef and I love everything that comes out of his kitchen. FYI: His king cake is the best I have ever eaten. So addictive! White Oak hosts many events here such as weddings, corporate meetings, and parties. They also do off-site catering. Danielle, Chef Pete, and the rest of the staff are top-notch and very professional. Come here if nothing else just to take a tour of this hidden treasure in Baton Rouge. If you really want to be blown away plan an event here!

Jimmie & Maude catered my wedding in October 2025, and they were absolutely the best choice we…read morecould have made. Not only was the food delicious, but everyone on their team was incredibly sweet and highly professional. They are able to prepare an amazing array of Southern dishes, and when I greeted my guests, all they could talk about was how absolutely divine the food was! Don't hesitate to give them a call and get something set up. They are professional, pay exceptional attention to detail, and will tailor their setup to fit your event perfectly.

Have been to a few functions where Jimmie and Maude Catering were featured. Let me tell you this is…read morethe place to hire for your next event! They have a Chicken Orleans that is to die for! An amazing Shrimp and Crawfish Pasta! Salads that will make you eat all your Veggies even if you don't want to! They are professional, affordable, and know how to impress! If you hire them for your next event, don't forget Mrs Maude's Punch!

We had our wedding here in 2013. The all-inclusive nature of their packages makes the cost second…read moreto none. The food was awesome and the venue beautiful. If you want a classy wedding without all the hassles, I highly recommend The Gatehouse. The staff were very accommodating, and made what could have been a very stressful time, extremely easy. You can personalize as much as you like, or if you prefer to just let them do all the work, that's an option too. It included the venue, food, DJ, cake, even your guestbook. Basically, all you have to do is get your dress, minister, photographers, and flowers separately, and they even have recommendations for that! I HIGHLY recommend them!!

"OMG! Christie and the staff at the Gatehouse are AWESOME! I travelled from Michigan to attend a…read morewedding at the Baton Rouge location, and I was so impressed with the all inclusive package, professionalism, cakes, linens, chairs, outdoor landscape, food, DJ, and Bridal Suite. My friend Yolanda T Jones Williams and Marlon Williams did not have to worry.. Christie handled everything on the day of the wedding and throughout the entire experience! We were very pleased to the point that, I am contemplating having a destination wedding at the Gatehouse! I highly recommend the Gatehouse!"

Now this is a hidden gem. I was made aware of this property last year, when Slow Food…read moreOrganization's "Dinner In The Field" event was held there. The property is enormous with a rustic barnyard ready to be the setting for your next special event. It's completely ideal for weddings, where the ceremony is in the grassy field under a giant tree and the reception in the barn area. Twinklelights brighten the room and transformed it into something magical. Dr. Grace, the owner of the property is super helpful and hospitable to those that come to enjoy the beauty of his venue. Anytime there is an event here, I always want to make sure I attend. There is nothing commercial about it and that is what make it so appealing. It's truly an authentic southern space that you will definitely fall in love with and keep in the back of your mind for your next special function. It's located in Plaquemine, LA (about 20 minutes outside of Baton Rouge).

The Guru is a great event space located at the amazing Circa 1857 complex. It's tucked away toward…read morethe middle of the overall campus so it's conveniently located by the large interior parking area. This parking is off road, very large, fenced, and seems quite safe. The space itself is surrounded by other buildings and is medium sized. In keeping with the name, there are meditative motifs to the interior decorations. This space seems quite versatile, our group used the round tables with nice table cloths and folding chairs to enjoy a potluck and then hold a meeting. The space could be kept entirely open, used for talks or lectures, or ay sort of party. There are overhead doors on one wall that presumably could be opened for an indoor/outdoor event. Circa 1857 has such a great location on Government Street right be the Garden District, that it would be a convenient place to have a meeting or event. So don't hesitate to consider The Guru for your next gathering!

I hosted an event/mixer here last year and honestly the venue itself was the selling point for…read moreeveryone. The owner is very sweet and you can tell she truly wants to provide a unique event space at a reasonable price. Another thing I loved about The Guru was being able to bring in your own food. It was hard for me to find a venue that let me bring my own food but also had the right #aesthetic lol! I didn't even decorate the place because it already done. They provided me with the tables (high top, circle, & rectangle), chairs, and even have linens available. There are 2 bathrooms and a back room where you can have your food/buffet set up. They even have this really awesome bar cart that my bartender was able to use! It can double for a beverage/food station too. (You know I added plenty of pics :P ) This is an extra bonus but I recently learned they also can host meetings, interview recordings, and more so it's not just for parties or weddings. On top of that, learning that the owner works to give back to the community/non profits is heartwarming. If you need an intimate, "not too big but just right" space, give this place a look!

Always great to stop by and see what they have on display. I really enjoyed the art and AI exhibit…read moreand was surprised by the artists' expressions and opinions on the impact of AI on art.

The rooftop ring in for the new year was such a fun and swanky event with the best firework views…read morein town. The charcuterie table by crafted nibbles was great. The tipsy tap bar cocktails were perfect. The band had us dancing, the heaters kept up warm, and Pic A Posie had the fun photo booth.