The Manor

The Manor The Manor combines distinctive gourmet cuisine, superior service and a truly grand environment for weddings and all of life's most important events.

Since 1956, The Manor (www.themanorrestaurant.com) has hosted decades of weddings and has been the event destination for generations of customers in celebration of life’s most special occasions. Our experience and commitment to perfection is unparalleled in regard to both weddings and corporate events. Now in its sixth generation of owners, the Knowles family continues the tradition of providing g

racious service and hospitality while keeping up with the changing needs of our clientele. When Harry Knowles opened his three-room restaurant in the hills of West Orange on New Year's Eve in 1956, he could not have known then that his dream would culminate in an establishment of which The New York Times said, "It is as close as one can get to perfection." It has been a long and rewarding labor of love for the Knowles family. They have taken those original three rooms and created a New Jersey landmark for celebrations that captures the timeless essence of elegance and splendor.

A look back to warmer days with our charming couple Lindsey+Ray.(Photo by Mark Jaworski Studios.)
01/30/2023

A look back to warmer days with our charming couple Lindsey+Ray.

(Photo by Mark Jaworski Studios.)

The beautifully vibrant wedding ceremony of Amanda+Shree on a wonderfully sunny day under our Gloriette. The richness of...
01/03/2023

The beautifully vibrant wedding ceremony of Amanda+Shree on a wonderfully sunny day under our Gloriette. The richness of colors against the greens of our garden created a lovely atmosphere for the touching traditions shared with their families and friends.
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Photos by Love and Legacy Studios.

As we wrap 2022 with another joyful wedding celebration, we dearly thank all those of you who made us a part of your yea...
01/01/2023

As we wrap 2022 with another joyful wedding celebration, we dearly thank all those of you who made us a part of your year -- our wonderul couples and clients who chose us, the guests who graced our ballrooms, the hard-working industry colleagues who helped make Manor experiences special, the tenacious tradesmen who kept us looking our best, the community that continues to make us feel welcome, and our own Manor team who've contributed their nights, their weekends, and even this eve of celebration to selflessly serve others. The list of names is long--which gives us so many blessings to count and reminds us of just how many friends it takes to make doing what we do possible. Having opened The Manor on New Year's Eve in 1956, this day has always been a gladsome, hallmark date for us -- May your own New Year's Eve too be filled with gratitude and blitheful cheer. From all of us at The Manor, we wish each every one of you a very happy New Year!

The Manor, in West Orange, offers a classical, refined, luxury environment that wows guests on their first impression. A...
12/29/2022

The Manor, in West Orange, offers a classical, refined, luxury environment that wows guests on their first impression. A perfect venue for your wedding. https://bit.ly/3FY6cTj

The Manor, in West Orange, is an iconic landmark known across the state for its lush, expansive gardens, refined décor, and grand ballrooms. As we enter the time of year when so many young men and women “pop the question” to get engaged on New...

Wishing all of our wonderful couples, past, present, and future, a joyous holiday filled with the best gift of all -- th...
12/26/2022

Wishing all of our wonderful couples, past, present, and future, a joyous holiday filled with the best gift of all -- the special magic of moments shared with those dearest to you.
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The weather outside may be frightful, but indoors our Christmas cactus plants are blooming en masse right on time, filli...
12/25/2022

The weather outside may be frightful, but indoors our Christmas cactus plants are blooming en masse right on time, filling The Manor's Greenery with festive color. Wishing you all a Christmas Eve filled with just as many beautiful little surprises.

A bridal suite worth celebrating in, with size and scale grand enough for all the fam and favs in your bridal party.(Pho...
12/21/2022

A bridal suite worth celebrating in, with size and scale grand enough for all the fam and favs in your bridal party.

(Photo by Alaina Elizabeth Photography.)

Creating festive feelings from the first moment down our drive, as we help our guests to stylishly celebrate this season...
12/16/2022

Creating festive feelings from the first moment down our drive, as we help our guests to stylishly celebrate this season of light, letting our stately manor sparkle in an inviting holiday glow...

12/16/2022

Our Manor Pastry Shoppe is ringing with freshly-baked sweets being prepared for more corporate holiday parties tonight!

A flower in our garden for every time that he thought of you...(Photo by Abella Studios - Wedding & Event Photography & ...
12/16/2022

A flower in our garden for every time that he thought of you...

(Photo by Abella Studios - Wedding & Event Photography & Cinematography.)

We're back at it with another week of festive cheer as we get ready to welcome several wonderful groups to celebrate the...
12/14/2022

We're back at it with another week of festive cheer as we get ready to welcome several wonderful groups to celebrate their holiday parties with us at The Manor!

When all the elements are aligned, moments become magical...(Image by Pavel Shpak Photography.)
12/12/2022

When all the elements are aligned, moments become magical...

(Image by Pavel Shpak Photography.)

Embrace the romantic charm and elegance that The Manor creates this time of year for a festive wedding celebration that ...
12/05/2022

Embrace the romantic charm and elegance that The Manor creates this time of year for a festive wedding celebration that truly feels like something out of a fairytale...

(Photo by Mike Zawadzki Photography.)

Every detail of your day is thoughtfully considered, starting with our opulently-designed bridal suites that begin your ...
11/28/2022

Every detail of your day is thoughtfully considered, starting with our opulently-designed bridal suites that begin your day with beauty, pampering, and luxury, setting the tone for an enchanting, immersive experience to come.

(Photo by Leandro Da Silva Photography.)

For us, a more beautiful sight than flowers...as we're once again in the midst of our annual tradition of the planting o...
11/28/2022

For us, a more beautiful sight than flowers...as we're once again in the midst of our annual tradition of the planting of the tulip bulbs. Each year our grounds crew individually digs many thousands of holes throughout our gardens and grounds to plant, one-by-one, imported Dutch bulbs to fill our estate with lively row upon row of cheerful color come springtime.

Sparks definitely flew on Oliva+Dan's wedding day!(Photo by Nicolette Sarzosa Photography.)
11/17/2022

Sparks definitely flew on Oliva+Dan's wedding day!

(Photo by Nicolette Sarzosa Photography.)

Address

111 Prospect Avenue
West Orange, NJ
07052

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 7pm
Tuesday 10am - 7pm
Wednesday 10am - 7pm
Thursday 10am - 7pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9pm - 4pm
Sunday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+19737312360

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Our Manor Pastry Shoppe is ringing with freshly-baked sweets being prepared for more corporate holiday parties tonight!

Charming moments from a charming couple. Our congratulations again to Michael+Stephanie! (Photos by @josephtsquared.)

It was a pleasure hosting the talented professionals from the Bahamas Ministry of Tourism for an inviting and entertaining trade show, panel discussion, and dinner. Its was an honor to welcome the Deputy Prime Minister, Consul General, and other executive team members to The Manor. The event made for a wonderful combination of the aesthetic and atmosphere of The Manor and its lush greenery with all that's enticing about the Bahamas. Between the lively entertainment, excellent ambiance, and their genuinely warm-hearted personalities, they truly did contribute to furthering their mission of "Bringing the Bahamas to You".

A scale and scope unique in our area that offers the grandeur of our expansive mansion and all the surrounding grounds to elevate your event, making for an impressive experience for even the largest groups of guests. (Video courtesy of Gary Flom Photography.)

Views of our newly-renovated Virginian Ballroom in the west wing of The Manor, with light and airy neutral tones and warm, inviting accents, including gold filament-embellished mirrored panels, ornate decorative appliqués, and intricate moldings. Adding to the luxe look is a newly-installed marble dance floor, shimmering crystal chandeliers, color-customizable cove lighting, wall panels of fine fabric, and many other equisite adornments. With a charming series of antique leaded glass French doors that diffuse the sunlight from our adjoing Greenery and gardens into a soft glow, the feeling of romance and elegance is all-the-more enhanced. (Video courtesy of Gary Flom Photography.)

More "Oh My!" moments when exquisitely abundant décor meets the marvels of our mansion. (Film by Les Freres Lumiere.)

A huge 'Thank You' to our grounds keepers who have been working non-stop throughout this swealtering summer season to ensure for our guests that our gardens and grounds are maintained in pristine condition...without ever wishing for a single drop of rain!

Herbs du Jour
Herbs du Jour

Our carefully-tended gardens yield more than an abundance of beautiful flowers. With The Manor's herb garden and greenhouse, along with our farm in West Orange, we continue our decades-long tradition of supplementing our produce with items that we've grown with our own hands as a simple reminder to continually think fresh, natural, and local.

Another month, another film production at The Manor. The same reason that many of our clients and guests choose us is why we're frequently sought out for on-location filming by major productions -- between the scale of our property, the distinctive, luxurious and refined decor, as well as the varied and unique aesthetic of our indoor spaces, filmmakers get to enjoy an abundance of elegant options for making the magic happen.

Now that it's officially summer, here's a quick look back at spring at The Manor...

Connecting the beauty of the outdoors and our grand fountain courtyard with our Imperial Ballroom is our Starlight Gardens. With its floor-to-ceiling windows spanning the full south-eastern exposure, segmented by a soaring barrel-vaulted glass-paned central atrium, this impressive space makes for a wonderfully sun-lit reception by day, and an awe-inspiring soirée under the stars by night.

Another look inside our Versailles Bridal Suites, with their newly installed marble floors, adding even more luxe to the look, providing our brides with a perfect place to be pampered, surrounded in ornate, romantic elegance as they prepare for their special day.

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We Make Every Special Event Memorable

Since 1956, The Manor has hosted more than 10,000 weddings and has been the dining destination for generations of customers in celebration of life’s most special occasions. Our experience and commitment to perfection is unparalleled in regard to both weddings and fine dining. Now in its sixth generation of restaurateurs, the Knowles’ family continues the tradition of providing gracious service and hospitality while keeping up with the changing needs of our clientele. When Harry Knowles opened his three-room restaurant in the hills of West Orange on New Year's Eve in 1956, he could not have known then that his dream would culminate in an establishment of which The New York Times said, "It is as close as one can get to perfection." It has been a long and rewarding labor of love for the Knowles family. They have taken those original three rooms and created a New Jersey dining environment that captures the timeless essence of elegance and splendor.

CONTACT us today to book your story book wedding, corporate or private party! [email protected]