Best Place's history & tradition offer a venue unparalleled in Milwaukee. With both indoor & outdoor spaces at the former Pabst Brewery we will help to create a magical & memorable event! There are two venues available, Blue Ribbon Hall & The Great Hall, both beautiful & historic, each with their own unique charm. Recipient of numerous “best of ” awards and one of Milwaukee’s most desirable and iconic event spaces, Best Place is the ideal venue.
Blue Ribbon Hall along with it's associated outdoor courtyard are actually located within a school built in 1858. The buildings reflect the architecture of the early Renaissance of Germany of the 15th & 16th centuries. Remodeled in 1940, the room is adorned with colorful fresco murals, ornate architecture and period furniture & artifacts. In the warmer months the outdoor courtyard is a ideal spot for weddings.
The Great Hall, the original corporate headquarters of Pabst Brewing built in 1880 and includes the former office of Captain Frederick Pabst. Renovated in 2014, "Great" is an understatement, as the original stained glass windows allow natural light to flood the room. You can see the wonderful Milwaukeean history in the wood flooring repurposed from the old brew house along with the ornate woodwork throughout the room. Below The Great Hall, in what was formerly the infirmary, is the Speakeasy, remodeled to resemble a pre-Prohibition taproom.
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We loved how gorgeous the hall is. Because of the historic beauty we did not have to decorate at all!! One less thing for us to fret about and it looked better than we could have ever imagined!! The staff was more than accommodating and very friendly; by the end of the night they felt more like guests!! It was perfect!
Sent on 01/15/2021
Jennifer
· Married on 09/23/2017
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
5.0
Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
We could not have picked a better venue for our big day! The history, the meaning it had to us (groom's parents moved to Milwaukee because of Pabst), was just beyond anything we ever expected. Kim was lovely to work with, she made us feel at ease throughout the entire process and everything ran so smoothly the day of the wedding. The bartenders were also excellent and so much fun to have there to serve our guests. We chose the Great Hall and had about 140 guests and the room was more than perfect for all the tables, dance floor, food stations, etc. Every time we would get asked where we were getting married at, someone would always say, "We just went to a wedding there and it was SO much fun!". Our guests will most definitely be saying the same thing.
Sent on 10/13/2017
Sara
· Married on 12/02/2016
5.0
Quality of service:
5.0
Responsiveness:
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Value:
5.0
Flexibility:
5.0
Professionalism:
5.0
We could not have been happier! Hosting our wedding and reception in the Great Hall was perfect for how we envisioned our wedding. And the Event Coordinator, Kimberly, is phenomenal to work with. We've only beend married 3 weeks, but have already talked about throwing a big anniversary party there for year 5 or 10. :)
What items and services are included in the starting site fee at Best Place at Pabst?
Best Place at Pabst includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
Bridal Suite
Chairs
Clean Up
Event Planning
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Set Up
Tables
At Best Place at Pabst, what does the bar service starting price include?
The bar service starting price at Best Place at Pabst includes:
Bartender(s)
What are the most important characteristics of Best Place at Pabst in terms of venue type, style and location?
The space offered by Best Place at Pabst for wedding events is known for:
Banquet Hall
Brewery
Historic Building
What kind of indoor/outdoor options are available at Best Place at Pabst for wedding events?
Best Place at Pabst offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
Indoor
Uncovered Outdoor
What kind of wedding events does Best Place at Pabst offer?
Best Place at Pabst offers the following types of wedding events:
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner
What services does Best Place at Pabst offer for wedding events?
Best Place at Pabst offers the following services for wedding events:
Bar Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Get Ready Rooms
Liability Insurance
Lighting / Sound
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Set Up
Wifi
What furniture and decorations does Best Place at Pabst have available for wedding events?
Best Place at Pabst offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Dance Floor
Tables
What percentage of users recommend Best Place at Pabst and which are the most valued aspects of their wedding services?
Best Place at Pabst is recommended by 93% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5.0 in quality of service, 5.0 in flexibility, 4.9 in professionalism, 4.9 in value and 4.8 in average response time.
