Really cool space in a refurbished factory!! The Upper Room is New Albany's newest & affordable…read moreevent venue. Located in the Anchor Building in New Albany, Indiana

Just had my wedding at The Upper Room and I can not speak any more highly of the owners and how…read moreaccommodating and wonderful they were. When I say that this was a last minute venue change, I mean it. We literally were without a space and Mark and Christy not only stepped up with the venue at a phenomenal price, but then handled the catering. Everyone was raving about the food. While getting married is a once in a lifetime experience, I will DEFINITELY be looking for opportunities to utilize this space again for parties, events and other things.

My best friend and I visited The Magnolia for his theater board's 75th Anniversary. It had its own…read moreparking lot and patio. Stepping inside there is a small staircase to the main floor. We had fun exploring the various rooms: red carpet for the step & repeat, cash bar, main room with round tables, bathroom, private spaces with long tables or rounds, the space for a buffet of heavy starters and desserts and lastly, a gorgeous space designed by Maker's Mark. We walked upstairs to check out their private suite area, made perfect for bridal parties. A large mirror for getting ready plus styling tables to do hair and make up. Per the owner, this may turn into an AirBNB option. The faculty is perfect for events or large party gatherings. They have TVs throughout the building and I loved watching the photo loop of the theater's pictures. We enjoyed the food on the menu, especially the meatballs and roast beef sandwiches. Add this space to your list for event rentals! They have made partnerships with nearby hotels.

One of my most favorite places to go out in Louisville. Food is unique and incredible,…read moreconsistently! The Golden Girls themed drinks are fun and (again) consistently made. My husband was hesitant to go the first time because the decor is more feminine, but it became a favorite for him after our first visit! We've now gone to dinner there together twice, and shared brunch there with friends and family three times. Make a reservation! This place is getting very popular for good reason!

I was fortunate to have a 30th surprise party thrown for me at Mint on Mellwood and it was the…read morePERFECT venue. The staff was incredibly accommodating and worked with my family on logistics, catering, bar options, parking and keeping the entire thing a surprise up until the moment I walked through the door. The venue itself was very clean, spacious and flexible. My favorite part about it was all the Kentucky derby memorabilia that fills the walls - it's like walking through a museum! I highly recommend using this venue for parties, receptions, showers or anything else you can think of.

Mint on Mellwood is a great space to have any kind of function or gathering. It is very fitting…read morethat it is "Mint on Mellwood" because it is owned by Mint Julep Tours! The area is located in the Butchertown area where you are surrounded by other great restaurants, breweries/distilleries, boutiques, the arts, etc. The space is open & has the potential to be any kind of set up you want. We had hot & cold hors d'oeuvres, so I assume there were ways they were kept warm & cold between replenishments. The bathroom facilities were very neat & clean. The onsite staff were very inviting, social & professional.

Fantastic co-working space that has fast internet and even offers a one day pass…read more Mark - one of the owners - met me at the door, gave me a tour, and got me going. I will say I emailed 5 co-working spaces in the area and the Root was the only one that responded ?!?! Strange. Also - I parked "literally" 4 feet from the front door in free parking. I would recommend this place to anyone. Good coffee too.

The Root is THE spot to romanticize your work life…read more Listen, working from home is great until you realize you've been in the same sweatpants for three days and your "coworkers" (a.k.a. your pets) are demanding snacks every five minutes. Enter The Root--aka my new favorite place to feel like a productive, put-together entrepreneur . The decor? A+ vibes. It's giving Pinterest-worthy coworking goals with just the right amount of artsy coolness. The space feels so authentic to New Albany--like if your dream office and your favorite local coffee shop had a baby. They've got phone booths for private calls (so you don't have to whisper-yell on Zoom in a café), conference rooms for big boss meetings, and even event spaces if you're feeling fancy and want to host something. Oh, and did I mention the recording studio?? Podcasters, content creators, and people who love hearing their own voice--this one's for you ‍. Bottom line: If you're looking for a coworking space that's actually inspiring and not just "a table and Wi-Fi," The Root is it. Highly recommend. 12/10. Would move in if they let me. ‍

What a hidden gem in Indiana! I stayed for 4 nights and had an excellent experience. The…read moreInnkeeper, Ryan, had excellent communication regarding the check-in process, recommendations and ongoing service. Breakfast every day was delicious and visiting with and meeting other guests was delightful. The bed itself is dreamy and I want one. The place is stunning and beautiful and very clean. I was a bit cold at night (November visit) and requested and received an extra blanket which helped. I have zero negatives and would stay here again.

I loved staying here on a quick weekend trip back to New Albany. The staff were SO friendly and it…read morewas truly one of the best experiences I've had when going back to visit home. The rooms are gorgeous. We chose to stay in one of the regular rooms, and had plenty of space in the bedroom and bathroom for our things. There was also a really fun page with suggestions of things to do in the area. For food, it really was a great start to the day having a home cooked meal surrounded by the other guests. Everyone got along really well and it made us much more of a morning person to know we're starting our day with hearing stories of where the other guests are traveling to. This is definitely a place I'll be staying again. With the spacious room, beautiful decor, private overlook room and breakfast included, it was better than any boutique hotel we've stayed in previously.

Open to the public [New Albany IN]…read more Along East Main and Market Streets contain a concentration of historic residential properties... this is New Albany's Mansion Row and the William S Culbertson Mansion is one of them offering a 60-minute guided tour. We came at the last hour... just in time for a tour inside the mansion. Admission is $13 (but we qualified for the Seniors rate -- yay! best part in turning 60 LoL!) Our young tour guide was very knowledgeable and well-informed about the property. We started in the foyer and worked our way up to three stories, ending in the kitchen. The mansion is a French Second Empire-style structure and at the time of his death in 1892, Culbertson was one of Indiana's wealthiest men. Rooms that were shown to us included the FIRST FLOOR: Informal Parlor, Formal Dining Room, the Formal Parlor (which can be rented as an event space), Library. SECOND FLOOR: Morning Room, Daughter Blanche's Room, Daughter Anna's and her husband's Room, Dressing Room, Mrs Culbertson's Room, Mr Culbertson's Room (still under construction) and, yes, they each have separate rooms. THIRD FLOOR: Son, Samuel's Room, and across the hallway is another room under construction but has some exhibits and history material on display. From here we headed downstairs to the servant's quarters and finally the kitchen on the ground floor. Lastly... during Fall and Halloween season the Carriage House is transformed into a haunted house. They call this event the "House of Anguish." This is the primary fundraiser for the Culbertson Mansion. Review #3876

Although renovations are still ongoing and the furnishings are not original but of the period it's…read morestill an interesting tour. They are painstakingly attempting to match the vibrancy and elegance of the wealth William Culbertson possessed. Culbertson was considered the richest man in Indiana and the house certainly reflects this. Considering the cost this is rather a bargain for architecture and history lovers. The tour lasts a little over an hour. The good news is that parking was plentiful and free since it's about 5 minutes away from downtown is the area known as Mansion Row.

As beautiful an area as they come and the management is terrific. Once you see this place in person…read moreyou'll understand how much of a hidden gem this place is.

From the owner: Huber's Lakehouse specializes in Weddings, corporate events, graduation parties, and birthdays.read more

I attended a company Christmas party at this venue. This is an old building with a very functional…read morelayout, that includes a foyer, a bar area and a large open space that contains a unique ceiling. The open space has a stage and room for about 12-15, 8-seat tables. Actually more tables could probably be placed in the space, but that was the number that was used for the event that I attended. Food was served by a very nice and accommodating staff. The food (baked chicken, green beans, mashed potatoes and a cool salad. For dessert, we had two types of delectable, tasty treats: succulent chocolate cake and bourbon bread pudding. I was really surprised by the flavor of the food. Normally, the food at these types of venues is not flavorful, or tasty and even the texture of the food is not good. Imagine my surprise at delightful, savory nature of the food. I wanted to gorge myself, but decided against it. Anyway, this atmosphere is a nice space for small-to-medium-sized party. There is plenty of parking around the venue in their private parking lot and on the surrounding street. I really enjoyed my visit.

The staff at Culbertson West are AMAZING to work with!!! Planning our daughter's reception went…read morevery smoothly. Carl and Steve were genuinely concerned with creating a memorable wedding reception experience. They took our ideas and helped find ways to make them happen. Communication with us was excellent. By the day of the reception we were confident that all plans were in place, and we were not disappointed. The old mansion provides a distinctive setting for a wedding reception. The food was delicious, and many guests commented it was the best they have had at a reception. The catering and bar staff were professional, courteous and eager to please. MOST HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!!!

Beautiful space, helpful waitstaff. The bar no longer makes cocktails of any kind. It is now a…read moretasting bar where you can get a flight of bourbon or a pour. As a lover of cocktails, I was pretty sad to discover those were eliminated. I also understand that it likely shortens the guest visit time since people are more apt to be tempted by an additional cocktail... which allows for more turnover in this smallish space. You arrive to this area after a tour. Alternately, you can request to be put on a list to visit this area from the gift shop. The list doesn't involve texting you when you're up, so you need to be hanging around or risk losing your place. The gift shop bar was pouring samples of one spirit during our wait (not of your choosing, more of a "this is what we're pouring today" situation) which was appreciated. The gift shop itself is really lovely, so that can help burn a little time as well. Last call was at 4pm if I remember correctly, which is fairly standard for distilleries in KY.

Hidden gem at Rabbit Hole. You can't make a reservation here, but you can ask to go up from…read moredownstairs where the gift shop is. There is an amazing balcony with comfy chairs that are perfect for a beautiful day. The relaxing balcony is half the reason to go, and it was extra nice that they ensure it isn't packed.

Small but awesome distillery! Amazing bourbon! Guides were awesome as well!! If you are looking…read morefor a good tour and some amazing tasting bourbon this is an excellent choice.

The Angel's Envy distillery is pretty much the #1 reason that my top-tier chum who literally went…read moreto the school of hospitality and I decided to go on a trip to Kentucky, and after actually visiting, justified it as well. During an early 2025 trip to Washington, D.C., we went to multiple establishments and, coincidentally or not, encountered this specific bourbon and just loved it. The most notable occurrence was at Jack Rose Dining Saloon, where I had literally the best Old-Fashioned I've ever had, using a special Angel's Envy that hung out in some sherry barrels for a while. Since then, we've both regularly ordered it when given the opportunity, and ultimately decided that the best way to appreciate this fine spirit was to go right to the source. So to the mothership we went. My chum did most of the heavy lifting here and scheduled a bourbon tour with Louisville Food Tours (very strong recommend) that featured Angel's Envy at the first stop. It's hard to really put into words what this building looks like as you walk in and explore, but it's just so...nice. It's classy without being inaccessible, and it just felt like a true cathedral of bourbon. As tasteful as the bourbon it makes. During our initial tour, we were probably in the distillery for a solid half hour plus, getting a quick tour of the still and fermenters before being led into a side room on the second floor to formally taste some bourbon. Paula was our guide, both during this tour and later on, and was just enormously impressive, which I touched upon in my review of the official tour as well. She's no-nonsense and loves her bourbon - who can't relate? We learned how to inspect the bourbon in the glass, to take a test sip to numb the pain receptors and to truly appreciate the subtle notes in the bourbon with the second sip. It was legitimately helpful, useful information that we're both going to utilize going forward. After our three-hour tour ended (go hard or go home), it wasn't even much of a discussion - we came back here for a few hours to soak in more of the atmosphere and drink some more bourbon. At this point, it was probably close to 5ish but the place was still pretty busy; somehow we were able to secure spots at the bar upstairs and made ourselves at home. I wish I could remember the name of our bartender (blame the time that has elapsed, not the bourbon), but he was very good, social without being oppressive and was just present and let us do our thing. After sipping straight bourbon for most of the afternoon, I switched to the Bourbon Renewal, which you'll be shocked to know includes Angel's Envy but is a more summer, fruit-forward cocktail and super refreshing. Was the right call and hit the spot. (We also got waters because that's the responsible thing to do.) We finally went back downstairs to the gift shop, which doesn't feel like the right term - it was more majestic than something you'd walk into after going through, say, a museum for an hour or two. It's enormous and offers numerous bourbons and also some very high quality swag. We reunited with our chum Paula and sampled their limited edition two-grain, which was created due to a fortunate mistake in which the rye wasn't added so it's just the corn and malted barley. You CAN see the difference and taste it; to me at least, it's more caramel-y than their normal single barrel. We each bought a bottle to bring back to the homeland. My chum basically bought half the store, but I remained calm/deliberate and my only other purchase was a MAGNIFICENT black hoodie. I'm not kidding - I love hoodies and have probably owned dozens over the years, and this is literally the best quality one I've had. It has this interesting front pouch pocket design with like a pocket within the pocket for high-priority items like your ID or credit cards, and the hood itself is interesting. It's just really good and I wore it all day the next day as we slowly made our way back to the East Coast. It's been washed and carefully placed in my closet, where it will reign supreme when the weather inevitably turns nippy again. It's not an exaggeration to say we probably spent hundreds of dollars (at least not thousands) directly and indirectly involving Angel's Envy on this trip. Worth it.