Paradigm Gardens

If you're looking for the perfect wedding venue in New Orleans, look no further—Paradigm Gardens is an absolute gem. From the moment we stepped onto the property, we knew it was the perfect place for our big day. It’s a true oasis, tucked away in the heart of the city. Karen, the event manager, made the entire planning process so easy and stress-free. She’s organized, responsive, and so knowledgeable—she truly took the time to understand our vision and helped bring it to life with ease. On the day of the wedding, Sarah was an incredible help as our day-of coordinator. She kept everything running smoothly, managing timelines and ensuring that everything went off without a hitch. We honestly didn’t have to worry about a thing! As if the venue wasn’t amazing enough, the food was absolutely outstanding. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about it! Many said it was the best wedding food they’ve ever had, and I couldn’t agree more. The catering was delicious, with flavors that felt fresh, local, and perfectly crafted. From the appetizers to the dessert, every dish was a hit. We are so grateful to everyone at Paradigm Gardens for making our wedding day beyond special.

We can't recommend Paradigm Gardens enough!! It is a magical little place. We were looking for an intimate outdoor venue, easy logistics, and great food - and Paradigm Gardens checked all of those boxes. Karen and the team made planning super easy. The custom menu and bar were incredible. Best decision of our wedding planning!

Paradigm is an amazing place! It felt very intimate when we were exchanging vows. When it come to day of, they make everything so easy and stress free. The food was incredible. Our friends and family were raving about it! Karen is seriously the best. She answered all of our questions, constantly emailed us updates, and even walked us through the set up and breakdown. The staff were incredible. They made sure the groom and I ate. The bartenders were fantastic. We don’t drink so they were ready to make us mock-tails.

We got married at Paradigm in April 2023, from the day we booked until our wedding, the staff was outstanding, responsive, and helpful beyond our wildest expectations. The tasting and menu creation felt very personal and considerate of our needs and dietary restrictions. The day of coordination was smooth and our guests consistently mentioned that the venue feels like a movie, because it was so beautiful. A perfect spring wedding spot easily held 75 guests with room to spare. Paradigm was there through every step of the planning process and helped us create the day that we really wanted. Can't recommend this space highly enough. If I could get married there again next weekend I would!

Paradigm was the perfect spot for our casual hippie dream wedding. The lush oasis tucked away right outside the CBD really feels like a secret garden- complete with baby goats and all. Karen and Sarah were so easy to work with, and guided our decisions all along the way. They were honest and upfront about what the venue could offer which was important because this is NOT your traditional venue. All of our guests were so taken aback by how special and magical the setting was for our big day. It really provided the perfect bohemian, magical autumnal garden backdrop. It has everything you need and nothing you don't. They even worked with us to create an NA bar package for all of our sober guests. AND OMG THE FOOD!!!! Chef Pat and Karibu kitchen are VISIONARIES! Every single guest said it was the best wedding food they've EVER had. Cooked onsight using many ingredients from their garden, you're essentially having a farm-to-table meal! He created the most delicious vegetarian menu for us. Definitely book Paradigm if you are looking to host a sweet, intimate, magical wedding for you and your love and your closest people <3

My husband and I had our wedding reception at Paradigm Gardens in March 2019. The reception was more beautiful than we could have ever imagined. The food was delicious and unique (many of our guests agreed it was the best wedding food they had ever had), and the DJ that Karen recommended to us (DJ Matty) was a hit. Paradigm is a beautiful garden space and needs almost no extra decor (a big plus when sticking to a budget!). And the baby goats were of course adorable! We even had guests tell us they wanted to have their own events at Paradigm in the future. We opted to rent tents due to a threat of rain. I was concerned that the tents would take away from the beauty of the garden, but it didn't take away from the atmosphere at all! Joel and the staff re-strung the lights to drape beneath the tent and it turned out beautifully. The staff was so kind and easy to work with. They even coordinated setup with our cake vendor taking that added stress off of us. I honestly cannot say anything but positive things about the entire experience. Our day went perfectly!

Paradigm Gardens is a beautiful and very well kept and weedless garden. I misread the plant sale today and arrived after it ended, but the staff still allowed me to look around, snap photos and make a purchase. I did appreciate it. So many zinnias, sunflowers, herbs, and ginger growing. There is a small goat farm here as well. I do recommend Paradigm Gardens and will definitely return. I will also ask to volunteer. It is that wonderful.

This venue was an absolute dream! The garden is so beautiful and the food is out of this world! Our guests raved about the food and atmosphere of the venue all night.

If you're looking for the perfect wedding venue in New Orleans, look no further—Paradigm Gardens is an absolute gem. From the moment we stepped onto the property, we knew it was the perfect place for our big day. It’s a true oasis, tucked away in the heart of the city. Karen, the event manager, made the entire planning process so easy and stress-free. She’s organized, responsive, and so knowledgeable—she truly took the time to understand our vision and helped bring it to life with ease. On the day of the wedding, Sarah was an incredible help as our day-of coordinator. She kept everything running smoothly, managing timelines and ensuring that everything went off without a hitch. We honestly didn’t have to worry about a thing! As if the venue wasn’t amazing enough, the food was absolutely outstanding. Our guests couldn’t stop talking about it! Many said it was the best wedding food they’ve ever had, and I couldn’t agree more. The catering was delicious, with flavors that felt fresh, local, and perfectly crafted. From the appetizers to the dessert, every dish was a hit. We are so grateful to everyone at Paradigm Gardens for making our wedding day beyond special.

We can't recommend Paradigm Gardens enough!! It is a magical little place. We were looking for an intimate outdoor venue, easy logistics, and great food - and Paradigm Gardens checked all of those boxes. Karen and the team made planning super easy. The custom menu and bar were incredible. Best decision of our wedding planning!

Paradigm is an amazing place! It felt very intimate when we were exchanging vows. When it come to day of, they make everything so easy and stress free. The food was incredible. Our friends and family were raving about it! Karen is seriously the best. She answered all of our questions, constantly emailed us updates, and even walked us through the set up and breakdown. The staff were incredible. They made sure the groom and I ate. The bartenders were fantastic. We don’t drink so they were ready to make us mock-tails.

We got married at Paradigm in April 2023, from the day we booked until our wedding, the staff was outstanding, responsive, and helpful beyond our wildest expectations. The tasting and menu creation felt very personal and considerate of our needs and dietary restrictions. The day of coordination was smooth and our guests consistently mentioned that the venue feels like a movie, because it was so beautiful. A perfect spring wedding spot easily held 75 guests with room to spare. Paradigm was there through every step of the planning process and helped us create the day that we really wanted. Can't recommend this space highly enough. If I could get married there again next weekend I would!

Paradigm was the perfect spot for our casual hippie dream wedding. The lush oasis tucked away right outside the CBD really feels like a secret garden- complete with baby goats and all. Karen and Sarah were so easy to work with, and guided our decisions all along the way. They were honest and upfront about what the venue could offer which was important because this is NOT your traditional venue. All of our guests were so taken aback by how special and magical the setting was for our big day. It really provided the perfect bohemian, magical autumnal garden backdrop. It has everything you need and nothing you don't. They even worked with us to create an NA bar package for all of our sober guests. AND OMG THE FOOD!!!! Chef Pat and Karibu kitchen are VISIONARIES! Every single guest said it was the best wedding food they've EVER had. Cooked onsight using many ingredients from their garden, you're essentially having a farm-to-table meal! He created the most delicious vegetarian menu for us. Definitely book Paradigm if you are looking to host a sweet, intimate, magical wedding for you and your love and your closest people <3

My husband and I had our wedding reception at Paradigm Gardens in March 2019. The reception was more beautiful than we could have ever imagined. The food was delicious and unique (many of our guests agreed it was the best wedding food they had ever had), and the DJ that Karen recommended to us (DJ Matty) was a hit. Paradigm is a beautiful garden space and needs almost no extra decor (a big plus when sticking to a budget!). And the baby goats were of course adorable! We even had guests tell us they wanted to have their own events at Paradigm in the future. We opted to rent tents due to a threat of rain. I was concerned that the tents would take away from the beauty of the garden, but it didn't take away from the atmosphere at all! Joel and the staff re-strung the lights to drape beneath the tent and it turned out beautifully. The staff was so kind and easy to work with. They even coordinated setup with our cake vendor taking that added stress off of us. I honestly cannot say anything but positive things about the entire experience. Our day went perfectly!

Paradigm Gardens is a beautiful and very well kept and weedless garden. I misread the plant sale today and arrived after it ended, but the staff still allowed me to look around, snap photos and make a purchase. I did appreciate it. So many zinnias, sunflowers, herbs, and ginger growing. There is a small goat farm here as well. I do recommend Paradigm Gardens and will definitely return. I will also ask to volunteer. It is that wonderful.

This venue was an absolute dream! The garden is so beautiful and the food is out of this world! Our guests raved about the food and atmosphere of the venue all night.

We had our wedding celebration party at Paradigm Gardens during the 'Taylor Swift' weekend last month. Every step of the process was friendly and helpful, and the grounds there were exquisite! The backdrop at night with the church was breathtaking in the photos, just like the artwork and gardens were. Karen who oversaw the details did a beautiful job of working with us to make the wide variety of guests feel 'seen' in the menu choices-- and the chef was amazingly calm and friendly as he executed a gorgeous meal for 80. Every detail went without a hitch, and the guests who had previously questioned this choice of venues, ALL gave it RAVE reviews afterward. THANK YOU PARADIGM GARDENS staff! You knocked it out of the park!

I don't know why it's taken me so long to get over to this oasis in the city. BUT I finally did this week... and it was magical. My friends were married on a lovely afternoon in the garden with little goats bleating in the background, not quite in tune with the musician playing their entrance music. The space is an interesting combination of rustic and charming that was just all around perfect. There is beaucoup construction going on right now on Rampart. Parking is available behind the gardens on Clio.

We can't recommend Paradigm Gardens enough!! It is a magical little place. We were looking for an intimate outdoor venue, easy logistics, and great food - and Paradigm Gardens checked all of those boxes. Karen and the team made planning super easy. The custom menu and bar were incredible. Best decision of our wedding planning!

Wowza! Where do I begin. Had my son's rehearsal dinner here and it was perfect. The ambiance was amazing, the food was to die for. The staff and owner Joel were the best, so attentive to everything. The farm setting was perfect and the goats were adorable. A night to Remember!

Several times a year Paradigm Gardens offers baby goat yoga in additional to the many other events they offer like outdoor socially distanced dinner and concerts. I attended baby goat yoga with friends and we all definitely enjoyed the experience even though none of us are yoga experts. The staff walked around during the yoga practice and placed goat kibbles on each mat to ensure that you received a visit for the baby goats. Everyone was so busy petting the goats and laughing that we didn't get much yoga done. It was a wonderfully fun group outdoor activity. Refreshments included fresh baked pastries and beverages like tea, coffee, and water. The garden in springtime is one of the most beautiful gardens I've seen in New Orleans. The staff seem very dedicated and caring.

Every Sunday from 9am-12pm there is a plant sale with live music and some other local vendors. When I went there was empanadas and macaroons being sold. Admission is free and there are tables that you can stand at and listen to the music. There's even baby goats that you can pet!

We went to a pre wedding party and loved the garden. It was a beautiful little urban oasis and we enjoyed music, comfort food and cold drinks. The strung lights make for a beautiful atmosphere. Obviously can't fault the garden, but the cab ride over from the French quarter was pretty depressing as we passed extensive tent villages under the overpasses. Besides private parties, there is a calendar of events on the website including music nights and goat yoga. We actually checked out the goat yoga as well, but I think this place shines more as a twilight evening relaxed outdoor drink venue. I would personally pick a music night over a yoga night if I did again. Note it is BYOB.

Came across this amazing weekly event at the Paradigm Gardens this past Sunday. I had such an amazing time and can not wait for what next week brings!! As you walk into the beautiful garden your engulfed with the sounds of music and the smell of fresh flowers blooming and herbs being sold. My crawfish and spinach and cheese empanadas from Empanola were so delicious! My taste buds were yelling for more. I also tried a Mexican chocolate paleta from Bayouside Paletas, which was delightfully refreshing with its rich chocolate bites inside. My hibiscus lemonade is a new favorite and I love how it was within a mason jar. Very eco friendly and who doesn't love cups !! lol Oh I can not forget the cute goats your able to feed !! I highly recommend you check this even on Sunday !

If you happen to be in town for a concert series dinner event, don't hesitate - just buy that ticket and get ready for a great time! Walking into the gardens is almost magical and very romantic. The chefs will rotate but the food is DELICIOUS and the live music entertainment is fantastic. The people who attend are also friendly and interesting. And don't forget the baby goat named oyster!!!

Friends and I came to Paradigm for their Sunday Farmer's Market and we absolutely loved it! It's within an actual garden, a small/quaint space with picnic benches, and delicious bites and drinks from local small businesses. The goats are such a nice treat to see, they're extremely gentle and they let you feed them. Our next plan is to attend one of their evening concerts with wine. Such a natural, cozy, gem in the heart of an urban city.

This farm in Central City is a magical little place. I have wanted to come to this secret garden for quite some time now and solo bought a ticket to the 504ward Restaurant Night. The weather was primo as the sun ducked down below the horizon. As you walk through the gate, citronella torches flickered around lush rows of vegetation. A DJ was spinning on a little stage in front of the Paradigm mural; a silhouette of the city tangled up in vines (lerv). Like a live Pandora, the DJ put her record sleeve up so we could see who she was playing. The jams were wonderful all night long, and every now and then I would wiggle my shoulders like a profesh salsa dancer warming up. (...a dance floor would be aMAZing). A friend of mine had met AJ, the goat, at a past event. Her close encounter left her with a bit of a haircut but the picture is priceless. AJ, and the two mini goats, Raisin and Oatmeal...enough for me to come out again. So cute. While I may have gone solo, a handful of friends were also attending, and I made some new ones in this wonderfully intimate setting. You have to leave all your cares, stress, angry thoughts on the outside of this fence. It's just too lovely to take with you inside all this green. This space would be wonderful for a first date or, as mentioned, an engagement party. Joel represented for the two owners, him and Jimmy, and was so incredibly nice, professional, and very informative. Even though things got busy at times, he was willing to chat about the possibility of maybe this lady's engagement party being in the space. While this may not be the same food that you enjoy when you go, I have got to say, it.was.amazing. The food was mostly from Ancora. I've never loved vegetables so much in my life, and the bruschetta was incredible (kisses fingers Italian-style). The also had tasty drink bevs but I was abstaining for Lent, womp womp. I can't wait to come back to this space for one of their events. The caliber of the vendors that had participated this night was quite high in my opinion, and I feel like the vendors want to be great in this space because everyone is being great. I would suggest to bring bug spray (though I think they have it there), and a light sweater, but definitely go. It's wonderful, and I have no doubt every experience will be unique and interesting in this wonderful venue.

This place is very much my speed. Outdoors, good food and good music. I was in heaven when I visited for the first time. It was a 504ward event so they had a full spread set up for us. I was perfectly fine with the brick oven pizza but their freshly picked garden salad with that homemade honey dressing was very good as well. I loved that there were a few seating areas and room to roam. The garden is very lush and obviously very well taken care of. These guys got it right and I'm glad they made their vision come to life. You can see it all over their faces that they love what they do and what they've created. They seem more than happy to share their space with you.

This little corner of heaven is a great spot to book a wedding reception, engagement dinner, bat mitzvah, and more. I was bedazzled by the place as soon as I stepped foot inside. Cool points to Joel (the owner) for hosting such an amazing event with a great mix of sweet and savory venues. #WeLubJoel We came here for a 504 Ward event and it was amazing. As soon as you enter the gate, you're greeted by a wide variety of vegetables growing all around you. It was a really cool sight to see. They do a pizza and pie series every Wednesday and they have events every Tuesday. This event was a casual cocktail mix and mingle; classic 504 Ward! Joel did a great job setting everything up. He had a DJ playing songs you just wanted to chacha and salsa too most of the night, he had Old New Orleans Rum making amazing mixed drinks, and he even had a wheel barrel properly representing NOLA Brewery. Good job Joel #Kuddos The food was also worth the wait. Ancora Pizzeria and I got to know each other pretty well, as I had about four servings of their delicious bruschetta. I also had a few pupusas from The Pupusa Lady, and lastly I sweetened it up with pecan pie from Windowssill Pie. Side note: I'll be buying a few of those pies for an upcoming party! All and all, this place host great events, the ambiance is a good mix, and the hosts are pretty darn funny.

Paradigm gardens is one of our very favorite places to go. Every event that we have gone to here feels very special. The setting is unique and beautiful, and adds to the feel of the evening. The food that has always been served is some of the best I've had. The fun thing is that it is always different, with rotating chefs, and the foods they serve aren't necessarily food I would normally choose at a restaurant but I really enjoy them and it makes me try new things. There is always plenty of food too and I leave absolutely stuffed. The goat families are a bonus too, the babies are so cute I could go there just to watch them. They also do private events here, which I will definitely look in to the next time I'm planning one.

Just went for their "plant sell". I feel like I was catfished by a business. None of the employees arrived to set it up until it was time to open, the only person that acknowledged us was the 8 yo girl at the entrance who claimed to be the manager and honey I believe her. Based off the yelp pictures and Facebook group you'd think you were at the wrong place. We left after 10 minutes of not understanding what the fuck was going on. Maybe it's just really easy to impress city people with plants but I've never been to a garden center/ farmers market with so little charm. You'd have a more enjoyable Sunday morning if you walked through Home Depot.

Went for the garden dinner with friends. It's a beautiful and unique venue. BYOB and menu depends on the chefs hired for the event. I chose the Haitian chef - mango wings along with crab Mac n cheese. Both were okay - maybe a bit on the bland side. I would actually rate the food a 2 and the venue a 4 making the overall score a 3. Would certainly return to try other chefs.

Great, Great, Great experience at Soul Garden with amazing chefs and delicious food!!!! I loved it, my first time and I'll definitely be back (with friends). The goats and their adorable baby girl escort are the best. I love the ENTIRE experience.

Love this place! We found Paradigm while perusing and researching venues for our wedding in Nola. We ended up holding our Hangover Brunch here on Sunday morning. Alison was awesome in helping us set it up. She even handled finding a musician (Keenan from Tank and the Bangas) and sourcing out the food (Chef Pat from Karibu Kitchen). Although she offered to include a bar set up as well, we opted to BYOB and we set up a little brunch bar for the guests and it worked out perfectly! The food and music were both equally amazing! We loved this place so much we decided to return Wednesday night for their Pizza & Pies event. Again, the food and music were WOW! Some of the best food we had while in Nola was at this place! Mostly everything is cooked there in the wood burning oven and grill and the smoke comes through in the best possible way. Don't forget to pick up some of their local honey and head to the back corner of the farm to say hi to Aj, Oatmeal, & Raisin, the cutest and friendliest goats!

Everyone deserves a night out at Paradigm Gardens. Its a special place hidden right in the middle of New Orleans. Paradigm reminds me why I love New Orleans. I can be in a garden watching the sunset and eating from their wood burning stove and at my house 5mins later. Its an urban escape in the city and one that I hope will continue to gain traction.