Nice event center in the Irondale area, close to the train track. Ample parking. The place is setup…read morewith the table and food areas separated. The place is nice with stucco decorated walls. This was a brunch with a retirement setting. You were able to bring in outside catering. Unisex bathrooms in the back.

I attended a birthday party/bridal shower here recently. The venue is simple yet elegant and a…read moregreat size for what was needed. I met one of the ladies who works there and she was super friendly. I can't review the rental process, but I can speak on the venue itself. I would definitely recommend this venue for all of your entertainment needs.

Centrally located in downtown Birmingham and near a number of businesses and hotels, BridgeStreet…read moreGallery and Loft is as lovely as a venue as they come. This place is an ideal spot for medium to large'ish gatherings (50-150 peeps?) and a perfect setting for any special occasion. Whether it's an art installation, photo gallery, wedding reception, or just a big ol party, there are two floors of quality spaces to work with. There is no elevator unfortunately, but the bathrooms are handicap friendly and there is a separate back entrance for vendors. Parking is a bit limited to alleyways and street parking, but as the area finishes their renovations, I wouldn't be surprised if a parking garage would eventually make its way here. The fun in a raw space is seeing how much it changes for whatever the theme merits. There is a dedicated team here that works to make that vision come true and they're a professional and friendly bunch. I think their operation is stellar from top to bottom that perspective folks should really consider this gem of a venue.

This is an absolutely beautiful little venue! I have never heard of this place until I had a Yelp…read moreevent here last night, and I have to say I was extremely impressed! There are two floors, and our event was on the upstairs. I'm not sure how old the building is, but it has an exposed brick wall painted white, beautiful hardwood (oak looking) floors, with gorgeous strands of light setting the perfect evening event. Not sure if the lights are part of their everyday decor or if they were for Christmas, but it's absolutely stunning! I could see this being a great venue for a rehearsal dinner, work/birthday party, or a small wedding/prom venue (My graduating class of 7 would have had enough room!) My only question is how do I get invited back to this place?! I don't plan events, but this is a place I definitely want to come back to! Just a head's up I only saw street/metered parking, but that's pretty much expected in downtown Birmingham.

Vulcan Kiwanis has had its Juneteenth Brunch at the Alcove for the past two years! I've also…read moreattended a networking event here before. The space is a nice size. Very clean with multiple restrooms. It's also accessible for those with disabilities. It has a stage and already has a simple elevated look which limits the need for tons of decoration. It's black owned and located in the 4th Ave District. The owners are super nice, helpful and professional. The rental fees are very reasonable in comparison to other local event spaces! It comes highly recommended!

I have had the pleasure of attending two events at this venue over the last few months. The first…read moreevent was hosted by an organization I'm a part of--the J. Mason Davis Leadership society. We had a Headshot Happy Hour event here that went very well. Most recently, my Kiwanis club had a Juneteenth event here to raise scholarship money for kids in the Birmingham City school system. Again, our event went very well. The venue is spacious, customizable (the lighting, dance floor, etc), and has great features. If you need a venue in Birmingham for an event, check them out!

I love this place and the owners are both great people. I. Have been to birthday parties, social…read moregatherings, car shows, real estate power displays and more but this is the first movie premiere that I have attended here or at any event center. The event had speakers such as Juandalynn Givan, a representative from Lashanda Scales office and more. Valton Johnson event discussed his annual free children's film camp that will take place in 2026. The studio floor is spacious and is attached to both the owner's real estate business and smokers bar and lounge. Below is an earlier aired related tv showing. https://www.wbrc.com/video/2025/03/20/dundrill-heights-spring-break-film-camp/

The room is very nice. We enjoyed the party that was at the event. Looking forward to using the…read moreplace again

Y'all!!! Y'all!!! Y'all!!!! RUN!!!!! Hurrup!!!!!! before it is all gone!!!! Somebody grandma and…read moregreat grandma, and nana is in the kitchen cooking! The service is awesome. The owners are so sweet and happy. You are greeted with a smile and great big welcome. I bought 3 plates. Baked turkey wings, cabbage, greens and 2 turkey and dressing plates with fried corn, mac & cheese, greens, pintos, cornbread and cranberry sauce. The plates are a little over$10 and it's worth it. The food is like a Sunday dinner at Big Ma house. Oh and I got banana pudding and it's from scratch. All the food is from is from scratch. Inside the restaurant there are lots of tables and chairs and the atmosphere is chill. Once you go, you will return. Take all your friends and family. All the food was phenomenal. And they are not stingy with the cranberry sauce. Yes!

The food was very delicious and hearty. The servings are plentiful that you could eat twice from…read moreone plate! The service staff were polite and very professional. Lighting was great. Most importantly the prices are very reasonable. I would highly recommend and most definitely will be returning.

Had about a 50 person event in Dread River's private event room and it was great. The staff was…read moresuper friendly, food was great, and the space was prepared perfectly. Mashala, the Event Coordinator, was amazing throughout the entire process. She definitely went above and beyond to help us out. Would recommend!

Great service, bartender was super friendly and attentive, fun guy to talk to. Only had time for…read moreone drink but it was pretty good, I would order again for sure. Menu was extensive but it only had about 8 in house cocktails? The rest of the menu was food, beer etc kinda expected more options from a distillery. Ambiance was a little off, the outside of the building is nice, but inside when you get down to it was a little rough around the corners, it's my own preference, but having a bunch of big screens with sports on while serving chicken wings kinda kills the distillery vibe and makes the place seem more like a sports bar. It's not horrible, just seems like they were trying to cross a distillery with a buffalo wild wings.

Nikki's Event Center is an amazing place to host family gatherings and events. The elegant,…read moreambience created a welcoming environment for family and friends. For your next high quality event, please consider Nikki's establishment!

This is a very nice place to host any event. It has a great capacity for your friends, family and…read morebusiness colleagues. It is very beautiful inside, and great for take pictures of your special moments. The Owner is very professional and easy to work with on all levels of hosting.

Harambe is a great event space, great customer service & they provide everything you need. We had a…read moreprivate musical night & the video wall added the perfect touch. The stage lighting makes all the difference & plenty of space to dance, eat & make memories. Call Elias - he goes above & beyond for your special event.

From the owner: With 35 years of experience serving the Birmingham community, The Harambe Room, located in…read moreBirmingham’s fine arts district behind the Lyric Theater on historic 4th Avenue, is a versatile event venue offering over 3,000 square feet of contemporary, exposed brick loft-style space, accommodating approximately 250 guests. The venue provides various setup configurations, including tables, chairs, a stage, and a sound system upon request. Additional services encompass event planning, catering, custom cakes, sweets, a full cash bar with bartending services, and DJ entertainment. The Harambe Room is suitable for a wide range of events, such as weddings, receptions, baby showers, private dining, parties, luncheons, business meetings, and general events.

My husband surprised me yesterday by bringing me to Lapeer. I had not even heard of the restaurant…read moreso on our drive there, I looked up the menu. It's a fine dining restaurant with nice seafood options. Valet parking was available, which I love. The restaurant has low lighting and a quiet, yet engaging atmosphere. Our waiter was phenomenal! Tens across the board. His recommendations were spot on. We started with the calamari. It wasn't served with a sauce and baby....it didn't need a sauce. It was perfect on its own The bread he brought out was good--very airy. I had to try the Caviar slider. It was the perfect blend of salty and crunchy. I tried the onion rings and they were delicious. My husband and the NY Strip Steak with Au Gratin Potatoes. I tried a bite of his food and it was delicious. We ended with a Pineapple Passionfruit Sorbet and it was so good! I have no criticisms. I would most certainly come back.

I booked Lapeer to celebrate a friend's birthday -- what should have been a special evening turned…read moreinto one of the most disappointing dining experiences I've had. For a restaurant at this price point, the service was inexcusable. Our server, Chris, failed to take everyone's drink and appetizer orders before walking away from the table. We were a party of eight -- large, but hardly unmanageable. When appetizers arrived, he made no effort to confirm that every guest received their items. One of our guests had to physically track him down to report missing dishes. The food issues were just as bad. The birthday girl ordered a steak -- nearly $90 -- and it came out overcooked to the point of being burned. It had to be sent back and remade. That is simply not acceptable at this level. Another guest ordered the Lobster Pasta, which was under-seasoned, watery, and so overwhelmingly lemony it was nearly inedible. She flagged it to Chris, who took it back -- then had the audacity to include it on the final check and accuse her of eating it. It was offensive. When we raised these concerns, the manager on duty, Marshall, was condescending and dismissive rather than apologetic or solution-oriented. Our table spent roughly $1,000 that evening and left feeling disrespected. Birmingham has grown into a serious food city with high standards and plenty of options. With food and service like this, Lapeer will find it very difficult to compete.