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• Brittany L. Sent on 09/23/2021
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  North Fork hidden gem!

  Our guests are still raving about our wedding!!!
  
  My husband and I both work in the wedding industry so when planning our wedding we knew exactly what we wanted and what we 100% did not want. We actually had photographed a wedding together at JMI before getting engaged on a rainy day and it was absolutely stunning. When discussing venues for our wedding we couldn't help but returning back to JMI time and time again because it was just THAT gorgeous, even in the rain.
  
  Jamesport Manor Inn has everything - beautiful orchard, manicured grounds, and is surrounded by that North Fork charm of vineyards and wide open fields. What I loved most about the location was it gave the illusion of a backyard / vineyard wedding but the venue took care of everything for you. It was honestly a no brainer to have our wedding here.
  
  You also can't talk about JMI without mentioning the FOOD. I have dinner at JMI a handful of times a year and have a 10/10 experience every single time. Our guests were wowed by the variety of food at our wedding and the french style serving was a hit!
  
  Leading up the wedding the staff was communicative and helpful and the best to work with. They listened to all of our ideas and made our wedding vision come to life. When we had to postpone our June 2020 wedding to July 2021 they made the process easy and effortless.
  
  We are forever grateful for Matt and the whole team over at JMI and their catering team!

  Our guests are still raving about our wedding!!!
  
  My husband and I both work in the wedding industry so when planning our wedding we knew exactly what we wanted and what we 100% did not want. We actually had photographed a wedding together at JMI before getting engaged on a rainy day and it was absolutely stunning. When discussing venues for our wedding we couldn't help but returning back to JMI time and time again because it was just THAT gorgeous, even in the rain.
  
  Jamesport Manor Inn has everything - beautiful orchard, manicured grounds, and is surrounded by that North Fork charm of vineyards and wide open fields. What I loved most about the location was it gave the illusion of a backyard / vineyard wedding but the venue took care of everything for you. It was honestly a no brainer to have our wedding here.
  
  You also can't talk about JMI without mentioning the FOOD. I have dinner at JMI a handful of times a year and have a 10/10 experience every single time. Our guests were wowed by the variety of food at our wedding and the french style serving was a hit!
  
  Leading up the wedding the staff was communicative and helpful and the best to work with. They listened to all of our ideas and made our wedding vision come to life. When we had to postpone our June 2020 wedding to July 2021 they made the process easy and effortless.
  
  We are forever grateful for Matt and the whole team over at JMI and their catering team!

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• Megan B. Sent on 06/29/2021
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  Perfect Rehearsal Dinner

  We held our Rehearsal Dinner here and couldn’t have been happier with our decision. Wendy and her staff were friendly and accommodating to us and our guests. The meals were delicious and had a great variety of options so there was something for everyone.

  We held our Rehearsal Dinner here and couldn’t have been happier with our decision. Wendy and her staff were friendly and accommodating to us and our guests. The meals were delicious and had a great variety of options so there was something for everyone.
• Emily R. Sent on 08/31/2021
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  Amazing spring wedding!

  The Jamesport Manor Inn was the perfect place for our North Fork wedding! The team was extremely accommodating when we needed to postpone due to COVID. We had a very clear vision of what we wanted and the team at JMI made it happen! Because you have the venue for the day, we were able to customize our timeline and flow to maximize time for dancing. We loved how dinner is served French style - where guests could have all options and seconds served family style. The food was delicious, our guests are still raving! Matt and team were also able to accommodate for those with special diets, alerting us to GF options and creating vegan options. The bar service and offerings were top notch and the views are beautiful. We also held our rehearsal dinner here as well to create a seamless experience for our guests. An absolutely perfect spot for our May wedding!

  The Jamesport Manor Inn was the perfect place for our North Fork wedding! The team was extremely accommodating when we needed to postpone due to COVID. We had a very clear vision of what we wanted and the team at JMI made it happen! Because you have the venue for the day, we were able to customize our timeline and flow to maximize time for dancing. We loved how dinner is served French style - where guests could have all options and seconds served family style. The food was delicious, our guests are still raving! Matt and team were also able to accommodate for those with special diets, alerting us to GF options and creating vegan options. The bar service and offerings were top notch and the views are beautiful. We also held our rehearsal dinner here as well to create a seamless experience for our guests. An absolutely perfect spot for our May wedding!
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• Samantha K. Sent on 10/18/2019
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  Dream Wedding in The Orchard

  Jamesport Manor was the 2nd wedding venue we visited and we knew right away this would be the place we would get married. We had our ceremony and reception in the orchard in September and it couldn’t have been a more beautiful day. Everything was perfectly set up by Christine and her amazing team, the food was incredible and the service was above and beyond. They communicated with me the entire planning process and made it so easy to switch out whatever I wanted (like the disco ball I insisted on having). Matt & Christine are both so wonderful to work with and made the planning process actually enjoyable. My guests are still raving about the venue and how beautiful everything was. We loved every second of our and cannot thank you enough!

  Jamesport Manor was the 2nd wedding venue we visited and we knew right away this would be the place we would get married. We had our ceremony and reception in the orchard in September and it couldn’t have been a more beautiful day. Everything was perfectly set up by Christine and her amazing team, the food was incredible and the service was above and beyond. They communicated with me the entire planning process and made it so easy to switch out whatever I wanted (like the disco ball I insisted on having). Matt & Christine are both so wonderful to work with and made the planning process actually enjoyable. My guests are still raving about the venue and how beautiful everything was. We loved every second of our and cannot thank you enough!

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• Andrea C. Sent on 09/10/2019
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  Your Dream Wedding made a Reality

  After endless searches, meetings, and phone calls with other vendors on LI and being unable to afford the wedding any of them, I stumbled upon the Jamesport Manor Inn. When I reached out to Matt (the owner), he was quick to respond and the MOST reasonable vendor on the North Fork. When I first saw the Manor, I was absolutely stunned by its beauty and rustic vibe. It was exactly where I pictured having my wedding without the astronomical price tag that comes along with a rustic vineyard-style wedding on LI.
  
  Words cannot express how truly grateful we are for everything Matt has done for us! June 15, 2019 was absolutely the best day EVER. I am a HUGE foodie, and I cannot tell you how much I loved the food. Trust Matt! He has been a caterer for years and knows exactly what he is talking about. Cocktail hour was incredible. They kept the food coming all hour long and everything was simply amazing! Who knew the mac and cheese bites would come with CHEESE dipping sauce?! I wanted a different salmon that was on the menu as a special at the restaurant but it was not a choice that was listed for the wedding dinner menu, and Matt, without hesitation, allowed me to have that as a meat option. I also wanted truffle mashed potatoes but was unsure if the guests would love it as much as I do - so of course Matt made just my Husband and I truffle mashed potatoes. Also, French Style is the way to go. My guests we able to have seconds and try everything on the menu.
  
  The Orchard is absolutely beautiful. Everything was just perfect, I can go on and on. The entire venue is just breathtaking and was exactly what I dreamed of and more. Matt exceeded our expectations on every level

  After endless searches, meetings, and phone calls with other vendors on LI and being unable to afford the wedding any of them, I stumbled upon the Jamesport Manor Inn. When I reached out to Matt (the owner), he was quick to respond and the MOST reasonable vendor on the North Fork. When I first saw the Manor, I was absolutely stunned by its beauty and rustic vibe. It was exactly where I pictured having my wedding without the astronomical price tag that comes along with a rustic vineyard-style wedding on LI.
  
  Words cannot express how truly grateful we are for everything Matt has done for us! June 15, 2019 was absolutely the best day EVER. I am a HUGE foodie, and I cannot tell you how much I loved the food. Trust Matt! He has been a caterer for years and knows exactly what he is talking about. Cocktail hour was incredible. They kept the food coming all hour long and everything was simply amazing! Who knew the mac and cheese bites would come with CHEESE dipping sauce?! I wanted a different salmon that was on the menu as a special at the restaurant but it was not a choice that was listed for the wedding dinner menu, and Matt, without hesitation, allowed me to have that as a meat option. I also wanted truffle mashed potatoes but was unsure if the guests would love it as much as I do - so of course Matt made just my Husband and I truffle mashed potatoes. Also, French Style is the way to go. My guests we able to have seconds and try everything on the menu.
  
  The Orchard is absolutely beautiful. Everything was just perfect, I can go on and on. The entire venue is just breathtaking and was exactly what I dreamed of and more. Matt exceeded our expectations on every level

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• Lara Sent on 10/05/2018
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  What can I say... A week has passed and I am still dreaming about my perfect wedding which I owe to Matt, Christine and their Team at the Jamesport Manor Inn. I could not have ask for a better night, weather and accomodation and would do it all over again if I could. The venue is absolutely beautiful, not only the scenery but the detail Matt's team puts into making the wedding of my dreams. I am forever grateful for the memories I was able to make with loved ones from far and close. Thank you!

  What can I say... A week has passed and I am still dreaming about my perfect wedding which I owe to Matt, Christine and their Team at the Jamesport Manor Inn. I could not have ask for a better night, weather and accomodation and would do it all over again if I could. The venue is absolutely beautiful, not only the scenery but the detail Matt's team puts into making the wedding of my dreams. I am forever grateful for the memories I was able to make with loved ones from far and close. Thank you!
• Cecilia Sent on 12/01/2018
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  Breathtaking!

  My husband and I knew we wanted an outdoor venue on the North Fork from the second we started thinking about marriage. We thought those dreams would be crushed when we found out the prices to achieve this type of wedding in this area. We realized our dreams would become a reality when we found Matt and the Jamesport Manor Inn. I was far from an easy bride and Matt went above and beyond to meet all of my demands lol (sorry Matt!). He customized my cocktail hour, changed my lighting, added different wine choices all within days before my wedding. I was beyond floored at how absolutely beautiful the barn for cocktail hour and the tent looked for my reception. I had 175 guests and all of them commented on how amazing the grounds were and how great it was to be in an outdoor space. The food was delicious and SO much! Everyone left full and happy which was exactly what I wanted. Thank you to Matt for making all of dreams a reality!

  My husband and I knew we wanted an outdoor venue on the North Fork from the second we started thinking about marriage. We thought those dreams would be crushed when we found out the prices to achieve this type of wedding in this area. We realized our dreams would become a reality when we found Matt and the Jamesport Manor Inn. I was far from an easy bride and Matt went above and beyond to meet all of my demands lol (sorry Matt!). He customized my cocktail hour, changed my lighting, added different wine choices all within days before my wedding. I was beyond floored at how absolutely beautiful the barn for cocktail hour and the tent looked for my reception. I had 175 guests and all of them commented on how amazing the grounds were and how great it was to be in an outdoor space. The food was delicious and SO much! Everyone left full and happy which was exactly what I wanted. Thank you to Matt for making all of dreams a reality!
• Ralph Sent on 11/29/2018
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  Just perfect!

  We had our wedding celebration on the patio, under a tent. First we met with Matt , the owner, to plan the menu and instantly realized that this was going to be a special wedding. The planning stage with Christine and her staff was professional and detailed. Nothing was left to chance. The party was unbelievable. The food was incredible, the service top notch. Our family and friends are still saying it was the best wedding they have ever been to. It was country but classy and as close to perfect as a special day like that can be. Thank you ,thank you, thank you to Matt and the Jamesport Manor staff!

  We had our wedding celebration on the patio, under a tent. First we met with Matt , the owner, to plan the menu and instantly realized that this was going to be a special wedding. The planning stage with Christine and her staff was professional and detailed. Nothing was left to chance. The party was unbelievable. The food was incredible, the service top notch. Our family and friends are still saying it was the best wedding they have ever been to. It was country but classy and as close to perfect as a special day like that can be. Thank you ,thank you, thank you to Matt and the Jamesport Manor staff!
• Karen Sent on 07/18/2016
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  We were very extremely happy with the staff under Cynthia's direction was outstanding. All of my guests were very impressed with the quality and care received by them. Your chief Christopher wAs outstanding all of our selections were fantastic.

  We were very extremely happy with the staff under Cynthia's direction was outstanding. All of my guests were very impressed with the quality and care received by them. Your chief Christopher wAs outstanding all of our selections were fantastic.
• Mallory Sent on 08/17/2016
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  Jamesport Manor Inn and its owner/chef and staff are truly amazing people. They made our wedding day perfect - catering to all our food/venue needs. It was beautifully set up and everyone working was so nice and helpful. It is the perfect location for a smaller wedding or other event. I can't thank them enough!

  Jamesport Manor Inn and its owner/chef and staff are truly amazing people. They made our wedding day perfect - catering to all our food/venue needs. It was beautifully set up and everyone working was so nice and helpful. It is the perfect location for a smaller wedding or other event. I can't thank them enough!
• Joe Sent on 08/30/2015
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  Jamesport Manor Inn was recommended by more than one person and they did not disappoint. For our rehearsal dinner we had it outside in the courtyard and it met our expectations and then some. We knew from the start we were getting outstanding food based on Matt, the owner's, reputation, but in addition to that, everything from the setup, staff and execution, we basically had a wedding before the wedding. We had roughly 70 guests and the courtyard with the tent was perfect. My wife and I can't thank enough Matt, Kerri, Christine and their teams for making our dinner that more special.

  Jamesport Manor Inn was recommended by more than one person and they did not disappoint. For our rehearsal dinner we had it outside in the courtyard and it met our expectations and then some. We knew from the start we were getting outstanding food based on Matt, the owner's, reputation, but in addition to that, everything from the setup, staff and execution, we basically had a wedding before the wedding. We had roughly 70 guests and the courtyard with the tent was perfect. My wife and I can't thank enough Matt, Kerri, Christine and their teams for making our dinner that more special.
• Andrea Sent on 08/30/2015
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  I recently hosted a family birthday party in one of the Jamesport Manor Inn’s private dining rooms. The food, service and support were even better than I had hoped. The Inn has been our “go to” restaurant for all special lunches and dinners but this is the first time that I used their catering menu. We loved the hors d’oeuvres and 3 course meal. Thank you chef Jeff for the extra attention and the delicious meal and thank you Wendy (and crew) for doing such a great serving job. Special thanks to Kerri for all her help and support in planning the event.
  I highly recommend both the restaurant and their in-house catering options

  I recently hosted a family birthday party in one of the Jamesport Manor Inn’s private dining rooms. The food, service and support were even better than I had hoped. The Inn has been our “go to” restaurant for all special lunches and dinners but this is the first time that I used their catering menu. We loved the hors d’oeuvres and 3 course meal. Thank you chef Jeff for the extra attention and the delicious meal and thank you Wendy (and crew) for doing such a great serving job. Special thanks to Kerri for all her help and support in planning the event.
  I highly recommend both the restaurant and their in-house catering options
• Kim Sent on 08/29/2015
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  We were married at the Jamesport Manor Inn and it exceeded our expectations! Everything we tasted was delicious, the staff was happy and helpful, and the setting was gorgeous. Everyone we worked with throughout the planning process was professional, easy to communicate with and get quick answers, and dedicated to making our day perfect. I highly recommend them for weddings or any catered event. They worked well with all of our vendors, they made every wish a reality, and were especially accommodating to our family and guests.

  We were married at the Jamesport Manor Inn and it exceeded our expectations! Everything we tasted was delicious, the staff was happy and helpful, and the setting was gorgeous. Everyone we worked with throughout the planning process was professional, easy to communicate with and get quick answers, and dedicated to making our day perfect. I highly recommend them for weddings or any catered event. They worked well with all of our vendors, they made every wish a reality, and were especially accommodating to our family and guests.
• Sophie S. Sent on 03/17/2023
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  Disorganized and Selfish Mess

  This is a long review, but if you’re considering hiring Christopher Michael Catering for your event, or even eating at the Dimon Estate, I recommend you read the whole thing. The short version is that we booked them for our wedding in 2022, but they were disorganized, then incredibly rude and greedy, and ultimately cancelled everything on us a few months before our wedding date, with no reasonable explanation, apology, or compensation.
  
  Here’s the story: we booked Jamesport Manor/Dimon Estate in June 2021 and were so excited to get married there. Fast forward to May 2022 and a sound ordinance was passed in the town of Riverhead that made it very difficult for them to host events. This led them to cancel the venue for all couples in summer 2022 – but they promised to still cater at a discounted rate and provide rentals, as well as help everyone find new venues. We rebooked a new venue that they suggested and proceeded as planned. Then, they canceled everything else (catering, rentals, bathrooms, etc) on us a few weeks later. The excuse was that a chef quit, so they did not have enough staff. When we called to talk to Matt, he basically told us that we had no right to ask any questions and that we shouldn’t be upset— because while we were losing a wedding, he was losing his business. Our wedding planner and new venue also asked questions, but Matt evaded them as well. We tried to ask for just the rentals (sans catering) since the chef was the issue, but Matt refused. To date, have not been given any reasonable explanation from Matt. Christopher Michael Catering has continued to cater weddings and promote their business online despite this supposed chef quitting (as demonstrated by the other reviews from weddings around the same time on this page). We were first ignored, then berated and yelled at by Matt for asking very reasonable questions over the phone. We received no compensation and almost had to cancel our wedding— but thanks to incredible kindness of some new vendors, we pulled off a wonderful (albeit significantly more expensive) wedding!
  
  While admittedly a good chef, Matt is a disorganized mess with poor communication skills, who will not make an effort to help you or be reasonable if it’s not beneficial to him. If you want a kind, organized catering company to plan your event with, there are many other excellent options in the area. All it would have taken for us to let it go was a sincere apology and admission of their mistake, but we never received that from anyone. We hold the entire family/business responsible and recommend you do not trust them or give them your money.

  This is a long review, but if you’re considering hiring Christopher Michael Catering for your event, or even eating at the Dimon Estate, I recommend you read the whole thing. The short version is that we booked them for our wedding in 2022, but they were disorganized, then incredibly rude and greedy, and ultimately cancelled everything on us a few months before our wedding date, with no reasonable explanation, apology, or compensation.
  
  Here’s the story: we booked Jamesport Manor/Dimon Estate in June 2021 and were so excited to get married there. Fast forward to May 2022 and a sound ordinance was passed in the town of Riverhead that made it very difficult for them to host events. This led them to cancel the venue for all couples in summer 2022 – but they promised to still cater at a discounted rate and provide rentals, as well as help everyone find new venues. We rebooked a new venue that they suggested and proceeded as planned. Then, they canceled everything else (catering, rentals, bathrooms, etc) on us a few weeks later. The excuse was that a chef quit, so they did not have enough staff. When we called to talk to Matt, he basically told us that we had no right to ask any questions and that we shouldn’t be upset— because while we were losing a wedding, he was losing his business. Our wedding planner and new venue also asked questions, but Matt evaded them as well. We tried to ask for just the rentals (sans catering) since the chef was the issue, but Matt refused. To date, have not been given any reasonable explanation from Matt. Christopher Michael Catering has continued to cater weddings and promote their business online despite this supposed chef quitting (as demonstrated by the other reviews from weddings around the same time on this page). We were first ignored, then berated and yelled at by Matt for asking very reasonable questions over the phone. We received no compensation and almost had to cancel our wedding— but thanks to incredible kindness of some new vendors, we pulled off a wonderful (albeit significantly more expensive) wedding!
  
  While admittedly a good chef, Matt is a disorganized mess with poor communication skills, who will not make an effort to help you or be reasonable if it’s not beneficial to him. If you want a kind, organized catering company to plan your event with, there are many other excellent options in the area. All it would have taken for us to let it go was a sincere apology and admission of their mistake, but we never received that from anyone. We hold the entire family/business responsible and recommend you do not trust them or give them your money.