What a lovely setup here. This was our 1st outdoor event of the season and it was great night to…read moretry out this venue. A friend told us about the Tuesday night specials here which tonight's was build your own pizza. They serve very reasonably priced alcohol and have live music. Music was a tad loud but the guy probably turned it up bc he was outdoors. The pizza was so so but maybe my impression is influenced by my choice of toppings: bacon, tomato, pineapple and black olives. I should have added chicken too. Please note that this event was held on covered patio which is next door to the old church or "Abbey". They had the church/abbey open so I went in to see all updates. Really a very nice space. Haven't been to anything held there so I can't say more than it looks nice.

I left this review on the Knot, but they allow business to hide reviews... We were honestly so…read moredisappointed with the business practices at Main Street Abbey. We booked the venue for our ceremony in February, the pandemic obviously hit in March. Throughout all the changes in the pandemic guidelines, MSA didn't contact us. I had to call and check on our ceremony status every time. In August, the state really tightened the restrictions - all reception halls were closed, including MSA - a month before our wedding. Our reception hall canceled us and we ended up moving our entire wedding to Missouri. Every single business gave us our money back...EXCEPT MAIN STREET ABBEY. They wouldn't refund our deposit, they said we could re-book within a year, but we didn't have a need to. They said that's what was agreed to in the contract, but I signed many contracts and other businesses understood that we're in a pandemic and this was out of anyone's control. Businesses that did give us money back include: Turner Hall, Bountiful Blossoms, and Bloomin Diehls. I would HIGHLY recommend any of those businesses. I also know that Hecker Dome was refunding couples their deposit amid the pandemic. I suggest supporting businesses that are kind and understanding considering these circumstances, Main Street Abbey just isn't one of those. I just don't want other couples to lose their money also.

This place is Stunning!!! Finally got to attend a Wedding…read morehere!!! The drinks were Amazing with the Cocktail hour!!! I will be back to enjoy some drinks on the patio and hopefully listen to some music!!!

Definitely book a tour here, it's very interesting learning about the distilling process! Very…read moreworth the price, you get six taste tests and a complimentary glass! Our tour guide, Mike, was very informative and very knowledgeable about the distilling process. The cocktail lounge is very comfortable and tastefully appointed. And the bathrooms are incredibly clean and well maintained! Reasonable prices with a wide selection of unique liquors, I honestly can't recommend this place enough. Definitely visit if you get the opportunity!

We attended The Falls 25th anniversary event which happened to be on St Pats day. It caught my…read moreattention because one of our favorite local bands was playing at the event. They advertised it as free admission with cash bar and food. I reserved a table for 10. Arriving at the event we learned that the tables actually weren't reserved and only sat 8 people. Ha. We had arrived in plenty of time to get a good table and pull up a couple of chairs. No problem. Cash bar was staffed by experienced people who provided great service. The St Pats day food was served buffet style- we kept looking for a place to pay for our food but it was free! And quite frankly delicious. Corned beef, cabbage and potatoes served stew style. Cornbread or French bread, Ham and bean soup also served. Cupcakes for dessert. Another bonus was the band starting early. Woo hoo. One suggestion for management- seek out better quality of wine. I know Wild Sun is happy to work with you on that. (No I am not affiliated with them at all I just heard Mark say that)

I was there for a paid event The venue was at about half capacity Although the music was very…read moregood, the food (or lack thereof) was unacceptable At the buffet line, the salad, which I was so looking forward to, was not available because they ran out The wait for that was lengthy and I had to go back and forth to my table a couple of times in order to get some salad. Not a huge deal, but undesirable when you're trying to enjoy a meal Turns out, the meal was not enjoyable because 2 of the side dishes were cold! Not lukewarm, cold! Ruined the whole meal I mentioned same to the manager whose reply was "hmm, I was the last one to eat and mine was not cold" Well everyone at my table agreed that 2 items on their plate was not warm at all. Did the manager think I was making up a story ????? Further convo resulted in no offer to talk to the kitchen staff in order to prevent this from happening again, just a terse "sorry" I will not be back

GG creates beautifully themed charcuterie boards and grazing tables. Their food is always fresh,…read moredelicious, and sometimes almost too pretty to eat! The pick up at Renew in Columbia, IL is convenient, fast, and easy if you're looking to pick up your pre-ordered board on your way to an event. Grazeful Gatherings has become a staple at our family events as we've made a tradition out of ordering one for Christmas and the Kentucky Derby. If you're looking to order during Christmas time, be sure to place your order early because they go fast!

Candice is a creative genius! My husband and I envisioned a cheese wheel cake, macaroons, and other…read moregrazing essential for our wedding dessert and late night snack. Candice delivered! All of the food was amazing and our guests were super impressed with the layout. Highly recommend for your next event.

This is a great unique hotel somewhat off the beaten path but close to everything you need or want…read moreat a reasonable price. First there is the name which give you a hint of the vibe, an old school reimagined as a boutique hotel. The school themed decor follows through from the minute you walk in the door to your room. The designers thoughtfully left many elements of the school and incorporated them perfectly. The rooms are spacious and well thought out too. Beds are comfortable bathrooms are well lit (hard to find in hotels) and every space is exceptionally clean. I stayed on a Monday so the restaurant was not open but no worries there are a number of good restaurant choices within a 2 block walk. The only issue is a minor one that wouldn't matter if you don't work out when traveling. The workout room only has one elliptical machine, 2 treadmills and a few weights. The elliptical was a brand I was not familiar with and I wasn't able to get it going to use. The space is small but large enough to add a bike or another elliptical. I would love to find more hotels like this when traveling for work, it would make it more fun. I would definately stay here if I come through again. I can see where this would be a fun place to host an event.

i have stayed here twice before and i loved it, but i will not be returning! i went through cancer…read moreand i get cold easily, they now have a lock box on the thermostat and it is set at 69 degrees! you cannot shut the air off and the front desk person can't either! so they are wasting money making the room uncomfortable for the guest! so no! i will not be returning! which is too bad because everything else about the place is great, but some doofus looking to save money decided a lock box on tbe thermostat was the way to go! of all the dumb ideas i have seen at hotels, this tops them! if i could leave zero stars i would! so unless you like the room kept at 69 degrees with zero control, stay somewhere else!