Queen Anne's Loft Reviews

We selected QAL as the venue for our rehearsal dinner & welcome drinks for our wedding. We cannot say enough nice things about the venue, staff, and how great they made our night. Both events went flawlessly and we received countless compliments on how beautiful the event space was and how good the food was. From a planning perspective, Amanda was incredibly organized, responsive, and friendly. We worked with tons of vendors for our weekend, and you could tell that Amanda knows what she's doing. This is really a hidden gem in Newport. 10/10 would recommend.

What a beautiful place! We were coming from out of state so all of our planning was via email and phone conversations. Amanda was always prompt to respond to my questions, flexible with changes and so very helpful with suggestions. The evening was a huge success. All staff were friendly and attentive. They helped make it a perfect party. The food was delicious, too!

Fabulous venue! Newport’s gem! Amanda was amazing to work with communication timeliness was spot on. Beautiful place, wonderful time resulting in exceptional memory of our daughters special day

We had our ceremony & reception at Queen Anne's 5/8/21. After learning our original venue could not host us, we reached out to Amanda for options. I couldn't be happier that we did. She was responsive and helpful which was important during this crazy planning process. She even helped us find a spot for our after party. Amanda guided us during our rehearsal and set up everything perfectly the day of. We booked Queen Anne's without seeing it in person, and trusting the social media pictures. The venue is even more beautiful in person. We had 45 people and this was the perfect spot for our intimate celebration. We were able to take pictures in the park close by and walked across the street for pictures by the water. If you are looking for a venue for a smaller celebration please do not think twice about Queen Anne's.

Wow. I don't even know where to begin. Queen Anne's Loft is the perfect venue in the heart of Newport. Not only is it beautiful, intimate and versatile, it's a one stop shop for all of your needs. Beautiful location, incredible food, service and price. Amanda is beyond incredible. From the moment we met, she was responsive, kind, helpful, knowledgeable for our many, many questions and just wonderful to work with. Honestly, Queen Anne's Loft is a hidden gem that you do not want to miss. We highly recommend Queen Anne's Loft and plan to host many events in the future. Thank you for EVERYTHING Amanda!!

When my plans shifted due to the COVID19 pandemic and my “large wedding” was moved to 2021, my wedding planner suggested Queen Anne’s Loft for our small reception. After seeing pictures and having viewed the venue, I did not even consider another location!

This space truly has it all and could be customized easily given the simple yet upscale feel. Every aspect of the venue was clean, airy and sophisticated, from the quirky yet tasteful tiles in the bathroom to the mother of pearl detailing on the bar, and the STUNNING crystal chandelier. The mirrors made the room feel large and open, while the well appointed details of the room made it feel intimate and warm for a group of my size. Not that you can plan this, but the sunset was unreal and the view of the harbor coupled with the sunset made for a perfect backdrop.

Though I don’t think many couples eat at their wedding I was fortunate enough to be able to enjoy both the appetizer and (vegetarian) entree— both of which were delicious and the presentation matched the upscale feel of the venue. My dad and husband shared that the steak was the delicious and my mom shared that the fish was the best she had had in a long time! Multiple guests complimented the food and presentation, as well as beer/wine selection.

Overall Amanda, the owner and coordinator, worked with my wedding planner to make it so that our “plan B” wedding felt like the wedding of my dreams! I cannot thank them enough for how perfect everything was. If I could do it over again I would not change a thing, aside from maybe trying to make the night last longer :).

I would highly recommend this venue for anyone looking to have a rehearsal dinner, shower, or reception/wedding in downtown Newport. It truly checked all boxed and was affordable as well!

Planning a holiday luncheon for 50 women in my garden club with Amanda was a breeze!
It's not often you can please everyone in a group, thank you QAL for a beautiful venue, excellent service and delicious food!!

We were very grateful to have accidentally stumbled on Queen Anne's Loft as a venue for our vow renewal. From the moment I walked into the space, I knew that Queen Anne's Loft would be the perfect venue for our 30-something guest count and from beginning to end, Amanda was wonderful to work with. She was always very responsive throughout the planning and made our day go beyond perfect. Thank you so much Amanda for all the energy and love you poured into our event!

If I could give a 10 star review I would! Amanda and all the staff at Queen Anne’s Loft were phenomenal! From beginning to end, Amanda was easy to work with and easy to get in contact with! We met multiple times at the space for questions etc and spoke over email! The weekend of our wedding reception went perfect! From the set up , to the food, to the break down. It was the most beautiful space for our special day! I consider myself LUCKY to have worked with Amanda. I couldn’t have done it with out her. I would highly highly recommend Queen Anne’s for any special event, you won’t regret it!

Where do I begin? Amanda and her team made our wedding dreams come true! Everything from initial contact to exit was absolutely perfect. As an Events Director in Austin, TX, I knew going into our wedding (ceremony first, staff turned over the venue to reception) that we had a complicated one- but they were AMAZING! I'm actually not sure I can say enough kind words but here is a start: 1.). Location- perfect. Right in the middle of town and next to Queen Anne's Square which is great for photos 2.) Amanda- Has all the vendor relationships and recommendations which makes for an easy planning process (even from out of town)! Also- so calm, cool and collected. She made everything easy and seamless 3.) Ceremony- Beautiful during the day- really, the lightning and view is perfect for ceremony 4.) Food- We had so many compliments on the food! People loved it. 5.). Execution- From me dropping off boxes full of name cards, koozies, favors, table numbers, and everything in between to the beautifully set tables... it was all perfect. I can't thank everyone at Queen Anne's Loft enough!!

We held our rehearsal dinner and welcome drinks at Queen Anne's Loft and it was the PERFECT place to have it! We had a dinner for 50 people which was easily accommodated (loved the lobster boil!) and easily transitioned to the welcome drinks for the rest of the invited guests! The space was beautifully transformed and looked amazing- our guests couldn't stop commenting how nice it was! And it's in such a great location right downtown so it was easy for everyone to get to and we held our rehearsal right outside in Queen Anne's Square before dinner! Thank you Amanda for everything!

QAL was an absolutely perfect venue for our rehearsal dinner and welcome cocktail party! We had a 25 person rehearsal dinner and 110 people for welcome cocktails after. We served a three-course meal with dessert and coffee after. The food was great and the venue was very flexible with making adjustments. We had half a lobster and filet for all guests. The welcome party was perfect! We did an open bar (beer, wine, and mixed drinks) with a cheese plate. The guest commented multiple times how great the cheeses were! QAL is located in central Newport which was great for guests!

Last, but definitely not least, was working with Amanda was such a dream. She was so easy to work with and made all of our requests happen! Amanda is professional, reliable, cares about her clients! Without any reservations, I highly recommend QAL! Thank you, Amanda! You are the best!

My husband and I had our wedding reception at Queen Anne's Loft in August - and it was perfect! We had about 70 people and the size was great, the location ideal, the food delicious, the venue beautiful, and the staff amazing. Pretty much all of our guests were from out of town/state and they all felt the same! Working with Amanda to plan our night was easy, enjoyable, and stress-free as she was incredibly responsive, helpful, and accommodating. I honestly can't believe how easy it all was and know we're lucky for finding Queen Anne's for our big day!

We had the rehearsal dinner for my son's wedding at Queen Anne's Landing and it was ideal. The staff is terrific, the food was great and the room is so beautiful my daughter said "I'd be fine if we had my wedding here!"

My wife and I held our rehearsal dinner at Queen Anne’s Loft in July and still our guests talk about how good the food was! The staff was super helpful and flexible with everything we asked of them and we couldn’t have chosen a better venue to host an important event!

Queen Anne's Loft is a gem for Newport! We live in Newport and I searched for 2 years to find a venue that was both affordable and beautiful for our intimate wedding. Amanda is priceless! From the moment I met her at QAL, I knew we had found our venue and a person that I would like to work with. Amanda has a relaxed manner about her which is very much needed for a Bride to be. She is patient, accommodating and listens. She always made herself available whether by email or visiting QAL. She offers great suggestions and is willing to go the extra mile so that you have no worries and can enjoy your day. I did not have a wedding coordinator and Amanda handled working with the vendors for the flowers and dessert. We had a tasting in February and then decided on a menu. We had passed hors d'oeuvres and platters. In total we had seating for 62 people. We had a 5 piece band and plenty of room for a dance floor. We got married in the park across the street and then everyone walked across the street to begin cocktail hour. We had people of all dietary categories - gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, pescatarian, plain old picky eaters - Amanda worked with us so there was food for everyone and plenty of it. We had foodies and restaurant owners. Everyone raved about the hors d'oeuvres and dinner! I tried everything and it was delicious. What I really loved was that the food was served piping hot and stayed hot throughout the entire meal! Kudos to the chef and the kitchen staff. The servers were absolutely lovely! They were very attentive. One knew that my mom didn't eat meat and always made sure to go to her with the passed hors d'oeuvres that she liked. We received many comments from the guests that evening as well as later that the staff was terrific! I have attended many events in Newport that have been catered by the larger, well know companies in town and the food from QAL was by far much better. The quality, the portion size and the taste. The venue is simply beautiful. I have been there during different times of the day and the light is gorgeous! The room really doesn't need anything. The molding and the floors are lovely. The fireplace is a beautiful touch for warmth and elegance. The chandelier is absolutely stunning. We set up the room so that it would be centered over the dance floor. (Great first dance pics) And the bar is lovely. My husband, who really was not involved too much in the planning, kept saying, "This is the best day of my life" , " everything is perfect", "I wouldn't change a thing!" We joke that he turned into the Bride because for weeks, he was telling everyone he met what a wonderful, perfect day he had! Whenever we see our family or our guests, they continue to comment that it was the best wedding they had ever been to! Don't think twice, call Amanda NOW!

Queen Anne's Loft was perfect for our small and intimate wedding! Amanda made herself available to meet with me multiple times in the months leading up to our day to discuss details and day of logistics. On the day of our wedding, Amanda and her team (everyone was very friendly and professional!) set up the room perfectly, exceeding my expectations! Our guests enjoyed delicious raw bar and passed appetizers while the team seemingly effortlessly converted the space to be reception ready post ceremony. Throughout the entire night, Amanda was right there to make sure we were happy and work with vendors. I would highly recommend Queen Anne's not only because it is a beautiful space but also for Amanda!

We would not change a thing about our decision to host our rehearsal dinner/welcome with Queen Anne's Loft. Amanda was the best - extremely attentive both in advance of and during the event. She was accommodating and professional and helped guide us through all the twists and turns. Huge menu options and the food was all fantastic. The space was beautiful and didn't require any additional decor. We had a rather large seated dinner at between 110-120 followed by speeches and Amanda helped plan the space perfectly. Though it was on the high end of capacity, we were able to easily move around the room and she managed a perfect cocktail reception with passed apps followed by dinner and the welcome. I would unequivocally recommend going with this venue; she was the best.

If you're looking for a small-medium sized venue in Newport, RI for your wedding or rehearsal dinner, book the Queen Anne's Loft and don't look back. I just had an 80-person wedding at this venue and I was so happy with the end result. The price was reasonable, the staff were extremely attentive to all of my guests, and the space is absolutely beautiful -- with an impressive chandelier and a clean, bright space that provides the perfect starting canvas for any of your event decor ideas -- you really can't go wrong. I chose to go with a romantic, vintage-themed wedding and this venue was the perfect space. Amanda who coordinates all of the events was always available and responded to each and every (often very long) e-mail that I wrote her with all of my questions (I asked a lot of questions and had tons of requests!). She even accommodated the way I wanted my napkins folded (with a thank you card on the inside) and worked directly with my vendors to ensure my reception venue was perfect on the day of the wedding. Amanda and her friendly, professional staff go above and beyond to make sure you're happy! Not to mention that the food was outstanding (I am a foodie AKA food snob and I gave the food a 5-star rating). Additionally, all of my requests (I wanted stuffies served with the first course/salad) were accommodated with a smile. They also have great vegetarian and kids meal options. On the day of the wedding, Amanda and her staff even helped set-up the space so my day of coordinator had a lot of help. I was hesitant to choose the space at first because I thought the space might be small for 80 but there was more than enough room to walk around the tables and to get down on the dance floor. The venue is also perfectly situated on Thames Street and it is close to several local bars and restaurants that offer nice after-party options. Not to mention that the view of the sailboats is an added plus. I was so happy with my decision to have my wedding at Queen Anne's Loft. If you want to have a King/Queen themed wedding, you can have your ceremony at Kings Park in Newport and your reception at Queen Anne's Loft. ;-) You will not be disappointed with this beautiful venue! Thank you, Amanda and team for making my wedding so memorable!

We had our rehearsal dinner/welcome party at Queen Anne's and we're extremely glad we did! After checking out several bars and restaurants in downtown Newport, we decided QA best fit our needs and desires. The setting is both elegant and intimate, the food is tasty, the pricing is very competitive, and our coordinator Amanda made the entire process smooth and stress-free. Trying to plan a RI wedding while living in the Midwest is as difficult as you'd imagine - so to be able to communicate through emails with Amanda during the planning process, and also knowing you're in professional hands the night of your event, was absolutely crucial for us. Thanks so much to Amanda and the rest of the Queen Anne's team!

What an amazing space to hold any function you plan on having in Newport, Rhode Island. My wife and I held our rehearsal dinner here. Our family and friends had such a great time. The food and service was excellent and I would certainly recommend Queen Anne's Loft to anyone I know. This is by far one of the best places to experience Newport, Rhode Island!

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My husband and I needed to book a venue in the Newport area for our son and future daughter-in-law's wedding. After carefully considering several locations, we chose Queen Anne's Loft as our venue - and what a great choice we made! While several area hotels offer space for such events, we wanted to find a venue that specialized in catered events. Queen Anne's Loft does just that - and they do it very, very well. Everything on our checklist was met - an intimate setting with gorgeous views of the Newport Harbor, on-site catering and seasoned staff that pay attention to detail. The Victorian flare throughout the building and Loft was exactly what we were looking for when considering our event. Passed Hors D’oeuvres during cocktail hour were lovely and the perfect touch as guests begin to mingle. The plated dinners went off without a hitch, including several child-appropriate meals. Many guests complimented the quality of the meals served, which was very important to us as foodies. The bar is upscale yet inviting, while the Loft itself is light and airy. Bathrooms are among the most important considerations of any venue, and those within the Loft are pristine. The views of the harbor and downtown Newport were gorgeous through the massive windows and doors. The Loft, when fully set up for an event delivers the ambiance and warm setting we were looking for. Our coordinator, Amanda was prompt to reply to any question or concern throughout the entire planning process. Her attention to detail, the beautiful setting at the Loft and quality of service for the dollar are all reasons we would plan our next event here. Judging by how popular Newport is as a wedding location, my guess is that as folks discover this gem of a venue it will become harder to book as time goes on - don't wait!

This venue worked out perfectly for what we were looking for (we eloped last year so just wanted to have a party for friends and family to celebrate). Amanda was great at organizing everything and answering all of my questions, and the staff was amazing the day of. All of our guests commented on how beautiful the space was and how good the food was! I would highly recommend this space for any party you're planning!

Being a lifelong resident of Rhode Island you count on family and friends to help you with recommendations for venues you need for something special. My cousin Tim said you have to look into Queen Anne's Loft for the wedding rehearsal dinner we were planning. We went to look at the place and met Amanda Roderick. The location and the inside of the venue couldn't be more perfect for what we were looking for. Amanda was as sweet as she was professional and even though it was her first year in this venue, we knew from talking with her about her background in food service and entertaining that this was the place to book. Everything, and I mean everything, was spot on from her staff to the Passed Hors D'ooeuvres, the cocktail hour and finally with the wonderful buffet that we selected. Amanda's recommendations were most welcome and she knew just what to say and do to help us with our choices. Amanda was always prompt to reply to any questions we had during the entire process. We believe in using a small business that is just getting started and are so happy we chose Queen Anne's Loft. You will not go wrong using this venue for your special occasion. Once the secret is out, this place will be first on the list of everyone. If you want a true feel of Newport then this is the location for you. Thank you Amanda and your entire staff for a memory that will last a lifetime.