if I could, I would give it zero stars!Yesterday was one of the poorest excuses for an Easter…read moreBuffet I have ever been to. I was embarrassed to have my family there. It didn't look very well attended and now we know why. They must have known something that we didn't. I have been to several Mother's Day Buffets there and I know that they know better than to charge $55.00/person for the cheap garbage they foisted on the guests. How many ways can they serve PORK(the cheapest meat on the market and half the price of a pound of hamburger), along with dozens of hard boiled eggs at less than 2.00/doz., some beef that was tough and obviously a low price cut or mystery meat. The salads were sparse, there were no cheese selections at all, no juices served, and not a single vegetable was on the menu. I don't believe that I have EVER been to a buffet that didn't at least serve green beans(but then, right now they cost more/pound than pork). The buffet was FULL of "filler foods" like donuts and muffins. The service was terrible. If you wanted something to drink, you had to go get it yourself. That "buffet" wasn't even worth $150. let alone $275.00 There was a sign out front that said "Mother's Day Buffet". We will not be stupid enough to be "taken" a second time. We will NOT be back.

Finding a place my wife would like for Mother's Day is difficult, but Manor House's Mother's Day…read morebrunch filled the bill. Anywhere with an omelette station will get my attention. The omelette station here was top notch. They had poached eggs next to it that looked like extra large egg McMuffins. They test better. The tenderloin was awesome. The ham was excellent. Adding dessert, and the ability of our out of town son to attend (with his significant other) made my lady the happiest she could be. With a little dessert, the starches made me sleepy, so some of the best coffee I have had in a long time was available. Goodbye Starbucks. Goodnight Dunkin. No match to McCafe for the Manor House coffee. I will do my best to come back next year (if it doesn't sell out before I get a reservation). I love this.

I attended a gorgeous wedding at the Savannah Center and was impressed with both the venue, the…read moreattention to detail in planning, and the delicious catering. Savannah Center is tucked off of Union Center Boulevard in a vast green space. The wedding ceremony took place outside on a lovely sunny day. The couple said their vows inside a gazebo, which was positioned in front of a scenic lake and fountain view. The bridal party had a variety of places to take photographs, from outside, to the grand stairwell, to an area with posh seating that just so happened to match the wedding colors. Keeping with tradition, the bride and groom chose not to see each other before the ceremony. Each had private rooms on opposite ends of the building. After the vows, guests were led into a cocktail area, then later were seated in the dining room for the wedding party introductions. Dinner consisted of grilled chicken or filet mignon, with mashed potatoes and sauteed vegetables. I made a joke about mixed vegetables being "filler", but these were very tasty! It was a mixture of zucchini, red and yellow peppers, onion, and broccoli. The steak was succulent and as always, the mashed potatoes were devoured. I also enjoyed the pita chips that were served along in the bread basket. A small salad with red pepper ranch dressing was served for an appetizer. I'm not sure if the wedding cake was crafted by the caterers, but it was moist and savory. Throughout the evening, I spotted Mary, the wedding planner, keeping everything organized and on task. She works for Savannah Center and definitely had her hands full for this elaborate wedding: - Outside ceremony with about 150 guests - Live acoustic Celtic band: harp, flute, and violin - Five bridesmaids and five groomsmen, two flower girls, and a gigantic immediate family - Serving a three-course meal - A live band for the reception - A separate master of ceremony for the reception All of this, and she had to keep the bride and groom from seeing each other. The wedding went off flawlessly, and from what I could tell, all the guests were having a wonderful, lively time.

Really like this venue for wedding receptions and ceremonies! I am a local wedding photographer, so…read moreI am at more venues than most. I have shot several weddings at Savannah Center - some included the ceremony there, too, in the outdoor area with the gazebo. First off, as a photographer, I really like the cool details in this venue. There's the staircase (to nowhere) which gets soft light from the windows by it - just perfect for gorgeous bridal and other portraits. I like the wood panel area with fireplace for the groom/groomsmen photos. The piano makes a great place to do photos - fun or otherwise. It makes for very cool wedding ring photos, too - with the reflection. The over sized chairs work well for photos of the bride and groom. And there's all the outdoor area/gardens. Even with the buildings in the background, there are ways to get great photos. Also, the food is very good - better than many venues/caterers. Another plus - you can't hear the music from other weddings. The bridal suite for getting ready is spacious and well appointed. Every time I've been there, the staff has been professional with good service. They've even helped move furniture in the main lobby for photos! In summary - I would definitely recommend The Savannah Center to couples looking for a wedding venue with some character and lots of pluses. It has a lot to offer, and they do a fabulous job!

What went well? How about this first-rate floral arrangement…read more.. A great small business, super service, solid value for your money. What more can one ask for in a florist shop??

I was reading a wedding article, reminiscing about my own wedding and I wondered... why doesn't Eve…read moreFloral Co have her own Yelp profile?! Let me tell ya, she is an awesome florist with an incredible eye for floral arrangements. I first met Evelyn of Eve Floral Co at a Yelp event a couple years ago where we arranged the prettiest bouquets. Months later after getting engaged, I knew she was the one for our florals. Consultations with her were always on point and she had the most thorough invoices with all the exact details I wanted at the wedding. My bouquet was perfect. Fast forward and we've used her for a Valentines Day arrangement and an anniversary bouquet. She's been professional and so, so kind. The perfect type of Boss Lady to support in Cincy.

Pinecroft & Funky's team of expert wedding designers, chefs & coordinators is the best in…read moreCincinnati. The very first moment you step foot on the estate, you'll fall in love. It gets better and better after that. This historical site continues gets more beautiful as the team invests in it's historic preservation every year. The mansion it's accompanying orchard, gardens & semi-permanent indoor tent provide the most beautiful backdrop for a wedding, rain or shine, or any event seeking a memorable, unique canvas. Cecilia & her team provide clear & helpful assistance as you plan your wedding, all the way from A to Z. Their experience & network of the very best vendors in the city will help you create a beautiful wedding. We didn't use this as a one-stop-shop, we did a lot of work to find the perfect photographers, cake & flowers in the city, but nearly all of them have worked with Cecilia & Pinecroft on previous occasion. All who had were very complimentary & shared great experiences when we told them we had reserved Pinecroft & the Funky's Catering team. Pinecroft pairs the venue & catering, & Funky's catering is the best in the city - so it's the perfect partnership. Pinecroft's full understanding of our plan for the whole day - ceremony to final dance made the evening flow beautifully from start to finish. The party flowed from beginning to end without a hitch. I could write much more, but instead I'll offer to answer any questions you might have if you'd like to send us a note. It was the best day of our lives & we owe a very large part of it to Pinecroft. THANK YOU!

The Pinecroft's venue is absolutely beautiful and perfect for a wedding, however the company that…read moredoes the catering, Funky's has been rather difficult to work with. The food is excellent and they offer many different options. My issue has been with communication with the representatives and a missing dress. When we booked the venue we were told that we (bride's family) would receive the leftover food which we did not receive. It's very difficult when you know for a fact that there was a decent amount left. I had paid extra money to have all of our things packed up and loaded into my car. So I had hoped that the food was packed and loaded in my car, which it wasn't. Then I had left a dress there and called the venue the next day and was told it was found and would be sent to me. It's been 6 weeks and have never received the dress. When I emailed them I was "informed" that it was sent. I contacted them about 1-2 weeks later asking yet again, and was told it was sent and there's nothing they can do about it. Sadly, with what has transpired between the contact person, I am having a hard time believing that something being mailed from Cincinnati to Northern Kentucky would not have reached me a long time ago, even if it got returned to sender, at least they would have let me know. And lastly, I was contacted two days after the event and was told they "forgot" to add a tax onto my final bill which I had paid in full prior to the wedding. They proceeded to tell me since the food being boxed and sent home with me was not written in the contract, that it was basically my fault. I hated doing it, but I said since the tax wasn't written down, that I shouldn't have to pay that. I had gotten so aggravated and to this day, 6 weeks after the wedding, I still haven't received my dress, and plan on never getting it. I didn't complain when we ran out of appetizers for 200 people, especially since I didn't see many of the staff walking around with them. The bride and groom only got 2 of each appetizers and that was it. You would think with 600 "pieces" that there would be enough for people. Everyday up to the wedding was perfect, but with what has occurred since then has left me feeling aggravated.

Wife Ellen and I celebrated our 50th Anniversary at the Kolping Haus on August 17. Bartenders and…read morefacilities were top rate! Also highly recommend the caterer Hammann's.

Beautiful property and event space. Love the outdoor Pavilion area. The indoor Halls are spacious…read moreand warm with high ceilings, lots of lighting options and a traditional feel. Check it out if you haven't!

The first thing we knew we wanted out of a venue was a small size - we didn't want more than 60…read morepeople in attendance. We picked this location initially with the guest count being are only criteria, but we were almost immediately surprised by so much more. The view, the gorgeous interiors, and the rich history were all things that finally led us to choose this as our venue for our wedding. But, above all else, was the venue owner - Roger Swonger. He went above and beyond to make our day as special as it possibly could be, and with his help, our wedding day went absolutely perfect. With just one planning session, and a couple of tours, Roger was able to guide us through the perfect day. He communicated well with all of the vendors, was able to provide an amazing wait staff, and bartender, and even thought of the small details - placing some flowers on our small wedding cake, putting a pen by the guest book, etc. Most importantly to us, as a now husband and husband duo, was finding a venue that was accepting. This was Roger to a tee - not only did he treat us with kindness, he guided us towards other LGBTQ+ friendly vendors as well. With his support and guidance, we had a wedding that completely surpassed our exceptions of what a wedding could ever look like in an area like Kentucky. I don't think there is any universe where we could have had a better wedding, and this is all thanks to Roger, and all thanks to having our wedding ceremony at Wiedemann Hill Mansion.

I cannot speak highly enough of this gorgeous old home. I was built by The Wiedemann family which…read moreis known for the beer empire. The mansion was decked out in full Christmas and there was ample parking. You get out of your car and the view just stops you it is so beautiful. The whole staff was so sweet during the whole wedding and I was impressed how pretty much everything came with the venue. The food from Vanderman's (SP?) was so incredibly tasty. Also loved that they had porch heaters and blankets so you could still enjoy the view and be warm. The place is perfect for a 60 person wedding and really not crowded at all.

Driving through Green Hills you probably wouldn't even give this place a second look. You can't…read morereally see it from the trees and it sits behind everything else in the area. I went here for the first time for a wedding reception & it was really nice. The place was decorating beautifully, it was the perfect size and the price was great for what they provided. The second time I went was for a speaking engagement. Again it was nice and the food was fantastic, but the owner is going through a transitional period and I believe is selling this place. When I heard the name originally I thought it was some type of bar, but it's actually an events center. I tried to click on the website and it's down right now, so I don't know what the future holds for this little place, but if you're looking for an affordable and pretty location for a wedding reception, don't pass this place by without checking into it.

Jenn and Whitney were amazing. They were so easy to work with and so accommodating. They let us…read moredrop off our centerpieces days before the wedding and ensured everything was set up. The room looked beautiful! especially with the fireplace going for our winter wedding. We could not have asked for anything more!

My wife and I came to this venue for one of the Candlelight Concerts by Fever. Now i will admit…read moreright off the bat, that my review is skewed by the concert content. I saw their take on Hans Zimmer and it was fantastic. I love how his compositions complement and deepen my immersion into a movie. Enough about that now onto the venue. I found the venue very inviting especially in comparison to other venues that were used for Candlelight Concerts. This venue has nice seating in an air conditioned main hall which made it very comfortable allowed me to enjoy the concert without fidgeting. The bathrooms were nice and easily accessible and on the same level. There is an upstairs for standing but i did not meander up there. All in all i found the venue cozy and acceptable for the concert.

Went to a "Candlelight" event here. Beautiful space in an old rehabbed church. All the gothic charm…read moreincluding a wrap around interior balcony. Great location across from Washington Park.