This place is very cool...very cool indeed…read more A rating of five stars, based on atmosphere alone, would be appropriate! Obviously the theme is richly macabre. The spirit of Edgar Allan Poe, and Wednesday Addams (Jenna Ortega version) would find themselves very much at home in Nocturnal! Fortunately, the appeal of this place goes well beyond its cool vibe. The coffee is great. It's potent. It more than satisfied my incessant desire for STRONG FLAVORS! The other drinks that I tried were excellent as well. I didn't try any pastries or other snacks, but I have to admit that they looked very tempting. At first I would have thought that this place seems a little out of place in downtown Monroe. But after coming here a few times, and checking out the very interesting crowd, I realize that I was mistaken. I'll definitely be back, and I'll bring the wife. She'll love it too. Five stars!!

This moody coffee shop is a vibe! It is usually only open during the evening. We caught it on…read moreupside down day which meant that they were actually open in the morning! Like I said.....a.....vibe......They were playing industrial rock music which is also a choice for 9 am. The building is neat. Exposed brick and the decorative touches give this place a New Orleans feel. I really enjoyed it. The coffee and service were both very good. I had a latte and it was quite smooth. I would definitely recommend it. You can add flavor for a small charge but I just had it plain. We also ordered a peanut butter explosion cookie. Wow was it rich and decadent. We couldn't finish it but I loved the peanut butter whip on top. So good! If I lived in the area I would be a regular. Highly recommended.

Lisa was FANTASTIC!!!! I couldnt have dreamed of a prettier place or set up than what she had and…read morebetter yet it was all done in the background and there was absoultly nothing to worry about (let me tell you what a relief that was being a stressed out bride and all every little thing just adds up). Every bow and accent ring on every single chair were perfectly centered and straight and every chair cover was crisp and clean (not full of wrinkles like ive seen at some previous venues ive been at). She also has tons of colors to choose from so more than likely you can match everything with your wedding colors (even if you change your mind a few times...Lol) In conclusion Lisa was a delight to work with and everything was just PERFECT! I recommend her to EVERYONE. With out a doubt id call her again for any event I may have in the future.

All wrapped up did an awesome job at my wedding I've never seen a reception hall looks so…read morebeautiful!! Super friendly service fast response if I had to leave a message with anyone! This company I would recommend to any of my family and friends having an event anytime soon!!! Tons of colors to choose from very accommodating very very good service! Very reliable and date of wedding fast set up /fast teardown.

This hotel was suggested as a place to stay for an event. The room was clean with decent heating…read moreand the staff is helpful and friendly. The breakfast buffet had a good variety of hot dishes and cold items like cereal, yogurt and fruit. I enjoyed their coffee, it's freshly ground. WiFi reception is good and they have enough outlets in the room. There is a small store next to the front desk, where you can buy water, snacks and laundry detergent. The hotel is far from anything, except the hotel next door. I used an Uber for the drive to Monroe to pick up a couple of gifts and it was further than expected. On laundry day, the front desk had no quarters and didn't offer any solutions. I decided to try the hotel next door and they suggested walking across the street to the gas station. After all that, the dryer stole the quarters I put in and asked for another 3.75. I finally got that problem resolved, but would not recommend doing laundry close to your check out time. Overall, the hotel is nice, it's an average Holiday Inn. This hotel would work well for groups, they have meeting rooms and an exercise room too. I found it a little expensive and a bit isolated, but it's a suitable place to stay if you're in the area.

The hotel "lost" my reservation on my wedding night. We left and drove home. Then my husband…read moretried to get a reservation here again, for our anniversary/his birthday. Called three weeks before got a room with a king sized bed and a hot tub. Called back today and they had a room, but no hot tub. Not sure what happened this time. We won't be staying here at all, ever.

Held my sister's after party for her medical school graduation here yesterday. It was the perfect…read morespace and location. There was ample parking in the back and enough tables and chairs for guests to sit and feel comfortable. They had a fridge to store food, speakers, and a smart TV where you could cast videos or music. They have clear clean up institutions to follow, and overall it was a good value. I definitely would recommend!

We had my sister's rehearsal dinner at the Social Event Space, it was very clean and cozy. Our…read morefamily and guest were able to move around and mingle comfortably. The location was easy to get to from 475. There was adequate parking.

I have rented here multiple times. The place is absolutely beautiful and the Owner couldn't be any…read morenicer. 10 out of 10 highly recommended!

Our wedding reception at X'quisite Event Venue was perfect. The venue was beautifully decorated by…read moreZ, whose kindness and attention to detail made the day truly special. The space was elegant and accommodating, and everything ran smoothly. We planned for a small intimate reception and she exceeded our expectations. Our guests were equally impressed, and the evening flowed effortlessly, thanks to Z. Many of our guests asked for more information regarding the venue. If you're looking for a venue that offers exceptional beauty and outstanding service, X'quisite Events is the perfect choice. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect setting for our special day Highly recommend for a memorable event!

If you want a warm and inviting venue that is the perfect size for a small gathering Salute is the…read moreperfect answer. They took care of everything at my son and daughter-in-law's wedding shower...it was perfect from environment, service and especially the food ...thank you Salute for helping to make their day so special!!

Dear Owners, What a mixed bag of feelings I had when I…read moredined at your establishment tonight! First was WOW! What a cute place! Do we really have a "wine bar" with this kind of atmosphere downriver? I saw a picture of your establishment on a friend's Facebook page a while back, she told me about you and the pictures didn't lie, it is as cute, quaint and cozy as I had expected. I was fortunate enough to have a restaurant.com certificate so I could check you out! We were seated in a little alcove that felt cozy and private. We ordered a bottle of white wine. Our waitress delivered two glasses. She explained to us that she wanted to keep our bottle under refrigeration so it wouldn't get warm. As a pretty serious wine drinker, this isn't the way it's done. We want the excitement when our bottle arrives and the special feeling when the wine is opened for us. Teach your staff how to properly serve a wine, or don't call yourself a "wine bar." We asked for our bottle, and nursed it through the food. It did get warm, if you invest in those stainless steel or clay coolers your staff won't have to worry! Your waitress made a little mistake; she delivered the bread for us to another table even though we were next. She looked us in the eye and apologized. She is a keeper; you don't often find folks like that - except Downriver - the in your face honest type. This made a negative into a positive. And the bread! Seriously, home made, with lots of warm crispy outside and soft insides and a sauce with a little extra zing on the finish! YUM! My little secret is that I have been gluten-free recently, not tonight, not with that bread on the table! The salads were gorgeous - homemade dressing, mixed greens and lovely. I can't help but wonder if a little cracked pepper offered for my salad would have added another nice flair? I like this too. It isn't an expensive thing to do and gives you that extra-special feel. Next was the hard part we waited a long time for our food. We were getting frustrated. Apparently, tonight was the first night of a new menu. My husband liked his Chicken Saltimbocca, but my swordfish was a bit over-cooked. My polenta was kind of watery. What did you do? Both proprietors came to the table, looked us in the eye and apologized. You shook our hands. You let me make suggestions and took me seriously. You are "salt of the earth" people and you WILL succeed. Our meals were comped due to the extenuating circumstances. This is what I like about Downriver; the no-nonsense approach of its people. I have seen enough of your restaurant that I will recommend it, I will be back, and I will not be disappointed! I will also write another review, and I know it will be a star or two better. Folks will give your cute place a chance, and they won't be sorry! Sincerely, Lisa L.

We bought tickets online and unfortunately it rained the day we planned to go and the farm was…read moreclosed for that day but they refused to refund our tickets stating we could come another weekend. There was only one more weekend left before Halloween and we were busy. Had to change our whole Sunday around which sucked. The farm was out of pumpkins besides the little pie pumpkins so that was disappointing. Otherwise, my daughter had fun and that's what mattered overall. Loved the bubble barn and the slide.

My wife and I visited Kackleberry farms with my sister and her kids. We all had a great time! The…read moreattractions were so fun for adults and kids alike! I especially enjoyed the apple blasters and corn maze. The food was also delicious as well. Be sure to try the apple cider doughnuts! You won't be disappointed. Overall it was a fun and delightful day.

Highly recommended!!!! Hall owner very professional, financially reasonable. Location and parking…read more(parking lot) is convenient. We celebrated my sisters 30th bday and the owner decorated the venue as well as cooked ALL the food (which was delicious ). Van Dyke Place was able to plan our party with a two week notice , but I'm pleased to say she pulled it off and definitely did her thang!!!!!! I'm a happy customer and will plan future events here. Please support !

From the owner: Van Dyke Place Hall Rental thrives on serving all your event and conference needs in an elegant and…read moreintimate atmosphere! Let us host your intimate weddings, showers, church meetings, repast luncheons, birthdays, school events and more. Our one stop shop offers: event planning and consultation, decoration and set up, 65 inch smart TV, photo backdrop, catering and much more!

Small boutique hotel in the town of Monroe. I came here for a business trip and chose to stay here…read moresince it was close to the office and still very comparable in price. Upon arriving, there's no one at check in. They leave your name and room key in an envelope at the front desk. I guess I'm not use to this, but it was late and I just wanted to get into my room. I had a room on the 2nd floor. It was great and very comfortable. Lots of space for 1 person. The room had a mini fridge that had several water bottles, sodas, fruit, yogurt. It was very accommodating that they provided that for their guest. One evening it was raining and I was caught in the rain.. my clothes were drenched and I decided to do laundry. It was very easy to use and I found it super convenient. I loved Hotel Sterling and will probably be back when I'm in town again.

We arrived at around 5pm on Sunday, Sept 1st. The reservation system was a breeze and a joy. The…read moreemail contained the door code. On the desk was our envelope with our key. We heard people later on that night coming and going, but never saw another soul. We had the curb-side room since my wife was on crutches. The parking is great and free. The service, while almost invisible is excellent. The rooms are outstanding. The price is reasonable. The in room refreshments are free. I only wish we could stay here more often. My one complaint has little to do with the hotel. Downtown Monroe isn't doing great and some of the shops and eateries nearest walking distance were closed. But it's Monroe. You can drive across town in 5 minutes.