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 Rekina M 
 
 
 
  
Beautiful venue with a wooded outdoor feel and elegance.  There at least 3 separate spaces that can be rented.  I've been here as a guest for various events over the past 15 years. I have not had the experience of working directly with the venue as a host, my review is based on my experiences as a guest. More recently for a beautiful memorial service. The staff were very kind and helpful.  The catering menu for the memorial was the best I've had at the venue to date,  the others catering menus in the past elected by the host were okay.

Parking is a little creative meaning you need to figure it out.. lol Each time I come,  this is more often the reason for a decrease in the stars.. as it is not very easy to maneunver if there are other events occurring with guests,  or if the attended event has several guest.  I've had to carefully drive in reverse to reach a space wide enough for me to turn around to exit... I've parked on the grass, on the gravel and have been blocked in by other guest who parked wildly in the past.. I would suggest you either request someone to support parking as an attendant if you book this venue if parking on the cement parking is full. Inexperienced drivers or those that are now very careful drivers may have more difficulty than I with parking/leaving.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Emma Corrin 
 
 
 
  
We booked Shirley Acres about a year and a half before our wedding, and overall, we had a beautiful wedding day. We chose them for the gorgeous garden setting, value, and convenience of an all-inclusive venue, especially since we were initially planning from out of state.

Stacie was amazing when we booked, and around six months out, we had our welcome meeting with Marissa and specifically requested her as our coordinator. Everyone was very responsive whenever I reached out, but I do wish the planning process had been more proactive. I often felt like I was the one keeping track of when food selections, cake, florals, and other appointments needed to happen rather than being guided through those milestones. By the time our wedding came around, I was also navigating all of this with a newborn, so having to manage those details myself added another layer of stress.

The grounds were another disappointment. The gardens weren’t well manicured for my bridal portraits, and even on our wedding day, there were vines growing out of the hedges right beside the altar. My bridesmaids also found themselves cleaning graduation tassels up off the outdoor pathways that had been left from the previous night’s event & pulling weeds. Considering the garden was a major reason we chose the venue, and we specifically wanted somewhere our wedding party wouldn’t have to help with cleanup, those details were frustrating.

I was also initially very nervous about the florals because my trial bouquet looked nothing like the inspiration I had provided. However, they completely turned it around for the wedding! My wedding-day bouquet, florals, and décor were absolutely phenomenal and exactly what I had hoped for. The food was wonderful, and our cake from MEB Cakes was incredible!

Our biggest day-of frustration was timeline management. We repeatedly heard, “We’re on y’all’s time,” but weren’t made aware that we were falling significantly behind. Photos and our private time after the ceremony ran long, including needing to take time to feed our baby, and we completely understand that affected the schedule. What we didn’t realize was how far behind we had gotten until my maid of honor came to us during pictures because guests were complaining about being hungry. I really wish our coordinator had come to us sooner and explained that we were about an hour behind and that continuing at that pace would cut into our reception and dance floor time. Had we known, we would’ve had the opportunity to adjust. We ultimately lost a bit of dance floor time

We also had one issue with the DJ. “Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue” is one of our favorite songs, and during our planning call, I specifically explained that although we wanted it played, I didn’t want any attention drawn to my husband’s military service. When the song came on, the DJ made an announcement thanking veterans for their service anyway. I’m sure it was well-intentioned, but it was uncomfortable because it was the one thing we had specifically asked him not to do.

Overall, I would still recommend Shirley Acres. Our wedding was beautiful, there’s a ton of value in what’s included, and many aspects of the day exceeded our expectations. My biggest advice to future couples would be to stay on top of the planning milestones yourself, clearly communicate your priorities, and keep an eye on your timeline on the wedding day.

📸: Moments of Grace Photography
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Traveling Foodie 
 
 
 
  
Went to a wedding here. The food offered here was actually super good and very well organized. The staff was very well organized and friendly. It was a good balance of letting the bride/groom do what they needed to for ceremony and establish norms.

From my understanding the price is fair given what you get and the venue. They have a variety of different things to be adaptable as needed.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Parker Rhea 
 
 
 
  
We had our wedding there in May and Ashley was our coordinator. She did a great and the entire venue staff was top notch! The whole thing was magical!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 In a Lifetime Photography 
 
 
 
  
As a wedding photographer, I am always thrilled to shoot at Shirley Acres. The venue offers a wonderful mix of versatile spaces that make capturing a wedding day seamless. The outdoor ceremony areas are beautifully landscaped, providing a romantic backdrop for timeless portraits under the arches and mature trees. Moving inside, the reception hall is spacious and elegant, with excellent lighting control that lets us capture the vibrant energy of the reception and the crisp details of the table settings perfectly. The layout flows incredibly well from the ceremony to the party, and the staff is always organized and vendor-friendly. Highly recommend Shirley Acres to any Houston-area couples looking for a stunning, all-in-one venue!
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Alyssa Griffin 
 
 
 
  
We are now coming up on our one year wedding anniversary and shame on me for not writing this review a lot sooner. To any Brides/Grooms to-be looking for a venue, or to anyone hosting any type of event, when I say you will have to look no further after meeting with Shirley Acres, I genuinely cannot stress this statement enough. At our initial meeting we were astounded from start to finish. So much so that all other prospective appointments were cancelled. Professional, hospitable, accommodating, enthusiastic, and reassuring are only a few ways to describe Stacie at said meeting. And considering we were doing all planning from hours away, we felt so at ease for planning that was to come. Kat was our assigned coordinator and we couldn't be more satisfied in communication and transparency.

Now to the most important aspect of this review. Wedding Day! When I tell you that we have not had most, if not all, our wedding guests rave about every aspect of the day. Even as of a week ago we still have attendees telling us how it was the best wedding they have ever attended. I think as a couple that is one of the most rewarding things to hear. Dinner (we opted for BBQ) and a mid evening snack of tacos and fruit, all provided by the venue and their in house chef, was some of the best food we’ve had in general. The amount of people asking where the food was from and wanting recipes was overwhelming. Preferred vendors also didn’t miss the mark. Even with a few hiccups (not venue related) at the start, our coordinator and staff we hadn't even met went above and beyond to make sure the day was going to be perfect no matter what. It was honestly the best day and we couldn’t have asked for anything more.

Thank you to Shirley Acres for making it an unforgettable milestone in our lives. Thank you for treating us like more than just clients. Thank you Mr Shirley for contacting us directly to reassure us that everything would be how we envisioned it. Thank you to Stacie and Kat for always being a breath of fresh air and for making sure our day was nothing short of amazing.
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Karen Barnes 
 
 
 
  
Shirley Acres was the perfect venue for my daughter's wedding! My daughter knew this was the one the moment she toured the grounds with Stacie. Marissa, her coordinator, was truly the best and always got back to her so quickly and addressed any concerns. The day of the wedding couldn't have run more smoothly. Both the Pavilion and Courtyard looked absolutely beautiful and made the perfect backdrops for  photos. Having the food, drinks, cake from MEB Cakes, flowers, and DJ all-inclusive made planning practically stress-free! The florist worked closely with my daughter and brought her vision to life! The bridal suite was also a great setup for getting ready and taking pictures. Their on-site chef is truly amazing, and the Italian Buffet featuring Chicken Marsala and Shrimp with Linguine was a massive hit!
📸 Photography: Elaine Michelle Photography
  
 
  
 
 
 
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 Michelle Palmer 
 
 
 
  
Lovely venue. Some of the best banquet food I have experienced. Not much parking.
  
 
  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 Google rating score: 4.8 of 5, based on 369 reviews