Event venue · Shreveport, LA · reviewed since 2024
iHow the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%94+65.1Reliability 31%97+29.8Experts Score= 95Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.95SCORE
AGradeiLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#32 of 77 event plannersiPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 59%
5.0★★★★★20 Google reviews
95%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsiAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★ in 2 yearsiShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
Google reviewers rate The Bell five stars based on twenty reviews, highlighting its suitability for intimate events like weddings and baby showers. Customers frequently praise the venue's clean, rustic aesthetic, ample parking, and provided furniture, while noting that staff communication is prompt and helpful. A single four-star review mentions the room becoming warm during an evening event, suggesting a need for better air circulation.
Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 20 reviews (95% five-star).
Reviews on this page: 20 Google reviews (20 with written comments).
Owner responses: the business replied to 0% of reviews.
Score per factor (100 = best)iEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and reliability; weakest: satisfaction.
The BellEvent Planners median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactioniSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.The Bell: 94/100 on this factor. Category median: 93.A
94
ReliabilityiReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.The Bell: 97/100 on this factor. Category median: 96.A
97
Craft & serviceiCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 99.–
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ValueiValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 95.–
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MomentumiMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.The Bell: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsiReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 40.–
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Star ratings
20 Google reviews we collected
5.0of 5
5 stars1995%
4 stars15%
3 stars00%
2 stars00%
1 star00%
Praise vs complaints
Phrases our text analysis found in 20 written reviews
94%praise
Praise1594%
Complaints16%
Topic share
How often each topic comes up in the written reviews
4topics
Staff & attitude638%
Would recommend638%
Communication319%
Speed & response16%
What customers talk about
We read 20 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.
“Everyone is so helpful and makes everything so effortless.”
“I highly recommend the Bell to help with anything event!”
“The communication was on point and the service was OUTSTANDING!”
“All communications from her were prompt whether by phone call, text or email.”
praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.
Recent reviews
Kaelana5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★
The Bell made planning easy for a last minute wedding. The communication was on point and the service was OUTSTANDING!! They were able to work with me on what I was looking for and the setup and decor was perfect and simple which made the ceremony feel intimate. They made my very first wedding feel so special!! I…
ray3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 11 months ago★★★★★
The Bell is the best venue experience i’ve ever had! The place is beautiful, clean and perfect for any party. I am so glad i chose to have my son’s 2nd birthday here. The owner is the sweetest and so easy to work with to ensure your event is the best!! I will always recommend The Bell!
Kaylee11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Amazing place! Sweetest owner and staff. Everyone is so helpful and makes everything so effortless. Please book here, cannot recommend enough.
Kara4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
Attended a baby shower here. The place is beautiful and so open. The staff was great and very accommodating.
Elaine5 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
We hosted a baby shower at The Bell and it was absolutely perfect! The space was clean, charming, and beautifully set up. The owner was so kind and helpful with every little detail, which made the whole process feel easy and stress-free.
Even though we hosted it in August—one of the hottest months of the year—the…
Madison4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · a year ago★★★★★
I was a guest at a baby shower here and everything was amazing! The temperature was great (cool for such a hot day and people going in and out the venue), the chairs and tables were gorgeous and everything was just perfect
The Bell made planning easy for a last minute wedding. The communication was on point and the service was OUTSTANDING!! They were able to work with me on what I was looking for and the setup and decor was perfect and simple which made the ceremony feel intimate. They made my very first wedding feel so special!! I highly recommend the Bell to help with anything event!!
ray alexus3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews ray has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The Bell is the best venue experience i’ve ever had! The place is beautiful, clean and perfect for any party. I am so glad i chose to have my son’s 2nd birthday here. The owner is the sweetest and so easy to work with to ensure your event is the best!! I will always recommend The Bell!
Kaylee Williams11 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Kaylee has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
We hosted a baby shower at The Bell and it was absolutely perfect! The space was clean, charming, and beautifully set up. The owner was so kind and helpful with every little detail, which made the whole process feel easy and stress-free.
Even though we hosted it in August—one of the hottest months of the year—the venue stayed cool and comfortable the entire time. It truly was the perfect spot to celebrate such a special day. Highly recommend!
Madison Beam4 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Madison has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
I was a guest at a baby shower here and everything was amazing! The temperature was great (cool for such a hot day and people going in and out the venue), the chairs and tables were gorgeous and everything was just perfect
Anna Grace Pierce3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Anna has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
Just had a baby shower here in August and it was perfect! The room stayed cool the entire time — such a relief in this heat. The space was beautiful, comfortable, and exactly what we needed. Highly recommend for any event!
Tammy Tatum3 reviewsiTotal number of Google reviews Tammy has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
The Bell was an excellent place to host my baby shower. The Bell has a beautiful rustic look and is suitable for intimate, personal and quaint events. I loved it here. Thank you for your kindness and hospitality, Emily!
