Beautiful Venue with Helpful Staff and Lasting Memories!…read more We're so happy we chose Bailey Farms Barn and Venue for our wedding day! The property is absolutely stunning--our guests couldn't stop raving about how beautiful, peaceful, and picturesque the entire space was. From the open layout to the thoughtful details throughout the venue, it created the perfect backdrop for our celebration. The team was helpful and responsive throughout the planning process, and everything came together smoothly. There was a bit of an ordeal navigating the liquor-serving process, which we learned might be a broader issue beyond just the venue itself, but we appreciated their communication and flexibility as we worked through it. Overall, we had a wonderful experience and are so grateful to have shared such an important day in such a magical place. Bailey Farms gave us the space and support to create memories we'll treasure forever.

Wow this venue is incredible! I visited this place as a guest for a wedding. It is absolutely…read morestunning! The staff here are so friendly and welcoming. One of my favorite features it that when you book a wedding here, you get access to the attached houses. So for people coming from out of town, they can stay in the houses for the wedding. Truly a remarkable venue and a great place for a wedding.

This venue looks like it will hold about 150 people comfortably. It has been decorated with…read morerustily chic... it is relatively casual. They also have a few cute sitting areas with chairs and couches if you want to have a private conversation. I believe that you are able to bring in any caterer you want. They also have a portico for easy pick on and drop off. If you are looking for a convenient place to hold a mid-size event you should check this place out...

This is a new entertainment space. Very fresh and clean. Has a rustic charm. Crystal chandlers…read moreline the ceiling. Plenty of close parking spots. A very large bar. A great space for a small wedding or gathering. The room was set with tables of eight with cozy conversation corners.

We had the best time at a holiday center piece making class. The large windows let in lots of…read morebright light and the large, but not too bi, room would be great for a variety of intimate gather systems. They are associated with the Little Book Store and there are several other cute shops nearby to check out, so build in some time to explore.

Rented the venue to host a birthday party, and it went swimmingly! The staff were very…read moreaccommodating and setup was a breeze because they provide plenty of tables and chairs. Highly recommend, 10/10!

We attended a seafood boil on the back terrace. It was the first beautiful night of the season…read more The service was second to none. You help yourself to the seafood but they come by all the time to clear your table.it was pretty crazy the service. The first round of the boil was cold and tasteless but as subsequent boil batches came out it was warm and it had tons of flavor. I think they were working out the kinks! And they did!

Absolutely stunning in the fall with views of the city & changing leaves. Beautifully decorated for…read morea wedding in late October. Small amount of parking and intimate venue. Rustic and gorgeous. I'd love to come back to this venue for another wedding, but I do wish there was more parking!

I seriously haven't been here in many years. The view is second to none. The food however is…read moremarginal at best. The quality has gone way down. It used to be a place one would be so excited to go to because you just knew you were going to get an exception experience and meal that you will be dreaming about for weeks. However that was far from what we got. It was a very mediocre steak with ok scallops. It hurt my heart knowing the $250 buys you just ok food with a lovely view. My heart is sad today.

I have long loved this place for lunch. Able to leverage our corporate membership so consider this…read morea good place to bring out of town guests for work. Love the buffet. High quality everything. Recently decided to go for dinner. Very impressed. Feels old school- in the best way possible. Dinner and service all felt special. Fresh popovers! Wow. Prices seem very fair for the quality and amount of food. My filet was perfectly cooked and better than last one I had at 801. Highly recommend this for quiet retro elegant night.

I attended my Nephew's wedding here last Saturday. The Decades building used to be Dahl's grocery…read morestore, and I personally found that this place was hard to find, even with directions. The most likely reason is that the Antique Mall (that shares a common wall with Decades) otherwise known as the Picker Knows has clearer signage. Besides wishing Nathan and Brooke well, my other important task was driving my 95 year-old Dad (aka, the Family Patriarch) here, as he had a key part in the ceremony. Oh yes, my brother Tom and his daughter Charlotte were in town from Taiwan. They were in the car as well. Decades is basically one large room, that included the bar, lots of table seating, an area for the band, and of course, a place for the ceremony. Our family was in the minority, as the Bride's Italian clan in attendance was huge. And they were certainly enjoying themselves. I don't think our side fit in more than 2 tables, of which we were content to enjoy our "Dinner and a Show". And I did get to chat with all of my Nephews and Nieces in the process. I've attended fancier wedding venues, but when you consider the bar, seating, quite good buffet food, professional staff, guests enjoying themselves, the ceremony and of course the glowing Bride and Groom (and their Parents), our evening had great synergy and enjoyment. The overall noise level had its moments, but it was a wedding celebration after all. It would have been fun to stay longer, but when my Dad started looking at his watch, it was time to take him home. And I should be as active when I reach his age. My only wish is that he lives long enough to enjoy at least one great grandchild. Hint - Hint Nathan!

This review is for a large wedding party. We flew in for our family member's wedding. The space is…read morelarge with a large bar on one side. The staff at the bar aren't the most professional but they are friendly. There was a rent-a-cop hanging out to make sure that there were no underage drinkers. The entrance was great for greeting guests, signing in and dropping gifts and cards. The dance floor is great. Very large in the center of the room. The decor is fairly rustic, but nice enough for a traditional wedding reception. This is not the place for clean modern and showy. I think the adjoining business is a flee market or antique shop. If that is okay it's you then this is a solid choice for event space. The reception was about 200 people with room to spare. They had a private bride room. I didn't tnotice many other amenities. Definitely a space worth a look if you're looking. Just remember that many things aren't noticed when the lights are low.

This is the life blood of Trellis Catering (see Trellis Catering Link) which is also support for…read moreTrellis Cafe. Great place that can create great things for any event so just go onto Trellis Catering website to check out all the menu choices and then contact Jake Miller and set up a consultation to bring your Celebration to Life. Port of Des Moines also plans events for its riverboat tours now on Lake Rathburn. All the staff are extremely dedicated to making everything beautiful, fresh and most of all great tasting, plated dinner party or full buffet style venues available. Get in contact with this place and make all your party dreams come true.

I recently attended a wedding at Bella's Farmhouse and unfortunately came away disappointed by…read moreseveral aspects of the guest experience. First, the outdoor grounds appeared poorly maintained. The grass was extremely long throughout much of the property, which felt surprising for a venue that markets itself as a premium wedding destination and made navigating the outdoor areas less comfortable for guests. During the ceremony, the microphone repeatedly malfunctioned, making it difficult to hear the officiant and portions of the vows. This was especially disappointing during one of the most important moments of the day. The technology and connectivity issues continued throughout the event. There was little to no cell service inside the venue, and Wi-Fi access was either unavailable or insufficient for the needs of the event. The DJ experienced ongoing connectivity problems that caused music interruptions during the reception, which impacted the overall atmosphere and flow of the evening. The pricing at the bar was also difficult to justify. Guests were charged $8 per glass for what appeared to be a very small pour (roughly a quarter glass) of Josh wine. While I understand venues need to make a profit, the value simply did not align with the price being charged. The wedding itself was beautiful because of the couple and their efforts, but the venue's maintenance, audio equipment, connectivity, and beverage pricing left much to be desired. I hope management addresses these issues, as they significantly affected the guest experience.