Samantha Sent on 05/24/2024

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Great Experience with Best Place

We did the Blue Ribbon Hall through Best Place at Place for our recent wedding and couldn’t have been more pleased with how it all turned out. We mainly dealt with Sarah, their on-site manager, and she was graciously able to walk us through everything we needed to know to get ready for our big day. We had looked at a few other venues in the area and felt the value of everything they offered at Best Place along with its prime location in Downtown Milwaukee would make it the perfect option. Guests throughout the evening commented on the beautiful aesthetic of the venue and we hardly did any decorating at all given the space’s natural charm and decor....

We did the Blue Ribbon Hall through Best Place at Place for our recent wedding and couldn’t have been more pleased with how it all turned out. We mainly dealt with Sarah, their on-site manager, and she was graciously able to walk us through everything we needed to know to get ready for our big day. We had looked at a few other venues in the area and felt the value of everything they offered at Best Place along with its prime location in Downtown Milwaukee would make it the perfect option. Guests throughout the evening commented on the beautiful aesthetic of the venue and we hardly did any decorating at all given the space’s natural charm and decor. The bar service was fantastic and our bartenders were cheery and speedy throughout the busy evening. The courtyard (included with the booking for the Blue Ribbon Hall specifically) was perfect for our ceremony and for guests that wanted to step outside during dancing. We were also able to take our Family photos along with many others on-site and they turned out GORGEOUS. We had a total of 115 guests and felt it was comfortable with that amount of people and didn’t have to break down anything aside from our sweetheart table to get into the dancing portion of the evening. We did leverage the mezzanine for a few tables which we dubbed the “Party Deck” and those guests said they had a blast up there. As an FYI, the Best Place at Pabst also has another space called the Great Hall which would have also been a great option if our guest list was any bigger. Overall, would highly recommend this venue based on our experience.

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Cynthia Sent on 12/14/2022

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Pabst Best is the best

Pabst Best Place was the first venue my fiancé and I were like yes this is the venue. We loved the woodwork, stain glass artwork and the history. We loved the captain's courtyard and had our ceremony there. Working with Mark and Sarah was amazing. They made things very easy from start to finish. The place is so beautiful we really did not need many decorations at all. Our wedding was beautiful and worry free. Would recommend to anyone.

Chelsie Sent on 08/01/2022

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Beautiful and historic venue

Our guests raved about this historic and classic Milwaukee venue! Sarah and the rest of the Best Place team were so friendly, accommodating and went above and beyond to make sure our day went off without a hitch! The bar package was extremely flexible and the space made for beautiful photos.

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Robert Sent on 02/08/2022

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Had the Best Time at Best Place!

The Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery was an amazing venue. It is a beautiful location and the staff were easy to work with. We were also able to stay at a nearby hotel and remain within walking distance the whole weekend - even in the dead of winter in Milwaukee. The space was also a great value - especially compared to other, similar spaces in Milwaukee. Our guests had so much fun before the wedding going on a tour of the buildings and looking through the gift shop. Finally, they were very flexible - allowing us to reschedule by almost a year due to COVID-19. It was a really great venue, and I would suggest it to anyone.

Cynthia Sent on 01/15/2021

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Great Historic Venue

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!

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Katie Sent on 11/14/2023

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Best Wedding Venue!

We had our wedding at the Pabst Best Place in the Great Hall on 11/11/23. I fell in love with this venue the moment we walked in. This venue is one of the most beautiful venues in Milwaukee. We got married upstairs and it was so beautiful with the stain glass windows shining behind us during the ceremony. Our hall had the speakeasy and our guests loved it. It was perfect for cocktail hour.

Our wedding was perfect and a huge thank you to the amazing staff who made that happen. We worked with Sarah before the wedding and she was always so fast with responses to all our questions and helped us prepare for the day....

We had our wedding at the Pabst Best Place in the Great Hall on 11/11/23. I fell in love with this venue the moment we walked in. This venue is one of the most beautiful venues in Milwaukee. We got married upstairs and it was so beautiful with the stain glass windows shining behind us during the ceremony. Our hall had the speakeasy and our guests loved it. It was perfect for cocktail hour.

Our wedding was perfect and a huge thank you to the amazing staff who made that happen. We worked with Sarah before the wedding and she was always so fast with responses to all our questions and helped us prepare for the day. She was also very accommodating and went out of her way to available for us. On the wedding date, Josh was a huge help. He checked in with us continually and made sure things went smoothly.

Call and book a tour! You won’t regret it!

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Teri Sent on 11/13/2023

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Excellent! Beautiful Venue

Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery. My son & daughter in law had their wedding ceremony and reception here over the (11/11/23) weekend. Everyone who attended absolutely loved the stain glass & historic venue. It’s really beautiful and really only needed table decorations. We had the Great Hall and the Speak easy for cocktails. The staff was professional and attentive. Highly recommended!

Alie Sent on 04/07/2021

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There is no better place to hold your wedding!

The Best Place was perfect for our ceremony and reception. Sarah and the entire staff took such great care of us and our guests. They did everything they could to make us feel safe and taken care of. All of our guests were mesmerized by the beauty and history of everything the buildings offer. We knew when we first walked in to do the tour that it was the place we would be getting married.

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Jennifer Sent on 10/13/2017

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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 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.

Kirsten Sent on 02/04/2017

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Kim and all the staff at Best Place are AMAZING. Everything went perfectly and they are so accommodating! Kim brings calm to the chaos of setting up, answered all my million emails super quickly, and she is a very kind and caring person. Our wedding was in the Blue Ribbon Hall and with the courtyard, it made for beautiful ambiance. I can't get over how nice the staff is, and everyone really does love their job. They even kept the gift shop open late so our guests could buy PBR merchandise! Best Place is the perfect venue for your big day!

Sara Sent on 12/22/2016

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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. :)

Becky Sent on 10/02/2016

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After looking at over 10 venues our search stopped the moment we stepped foot into the Pabst Best Place Great Hall. We loved all of the history behind it and loved how they restored it. We wanted a venue that showcased our beloved city of Milwaukee, and we definitely got that with Best Place! We had our ceremony at Zilber Park and the reception in the great hall. We received so many compliments from our guests on our venue! Kimberly was so great to work with she is extremely organized, timely and overall very sweet. Though they are separate businesses, we stayed at Brew Inn and Suites and my girls and I got ready in one of the suites-...

After looking at over 10 venues our search stopped the moment we stepped foot into the Pabst Best Place Great Hall. We loved all of the history behind it and loved how they restored it. We wanted a venue that showcased our beloved city of Milwaukee, and we definitely got that with Best Place! We had our ceremony at Zilber Park and the reception in the great hall. We received so many compliments from our guests on our venue! Kimberly was so great to work with she is extremely organized, timely and overall very sweet. Though they are separate businesses, we stayed at Brew Inn and Suites and my girls and I got ready in one of the suites- it's very convenient that it's so close to Best Place - we felt like we were in a little Pabst community all weekend. Thank you Best Place for making our special day perfect!

Chloe Sent on 07/18/2016

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The Great Hall at The Pabst Brewery was the absolute perfect venue for our brunch wedding reception! And, of course, Kim was the most wonderful person to work with - she made our dream of a brunch reception come true! The newly remodeled space is absolutely gorgeous with its one of the kind wood flooring, giant windows with a bit of stain glass charm, and the historical Pabst feel that you can't get anywhere else! We visited this space before and after the remodel and were in love from start to finish. As for the nitty gritty - the price for the space (especially for a day event) is totally reasonable and they don't do any minimum on the...

The Great Hall at The Pabst Brewery was the absolute perfect venue for our brunch wedding reception! And, of course, Kim was the most wonderful person to work with - she made our dream of a brunch reception come true! The newly remodeled space is absolutely gorgeous with its one of the kind wood flooring, giant windows with a bit of stain glass charm, and the historical Pabst feel that you can't get anywhere else! We visited this space before and after the remodel and were in love from start to finish. As for the nitty gritty - the price for the space (especially for a day event) is totally reasonable and they don't do any minimum on the bar, which is practically unheard of these days. They also have a large list of approved caterers and will allow one that isn't on the list. It made me feel so at ease that Kim helped us come up with a tentative rain-day plan as our ceremony was outdoors (even though we ended up having great weather.) They are so down to earth and approachable about everything, you will feel completely comfortable working with Kim, I guarantee it. I really cant say enough about the space or Kim's accommodating, loving manner! They made us feel so at home - it was just the perfect day!

Amanda Sent on 06/21/2016

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I cannot express how much we LOVED having our wedding at Best Place! Kim was incredible to work with and was so flexible with all of our requests. We are still getting compliments on the unique venue and amazing bartenders, etc! We would highly, highly, highly recommend Best Place to anyone!

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We had the best wedding at The Best Place and the Historic Pabst Brewery! Kim was incredible and kept me sane through the whole planning experience! The service at The Best Place was great and our guests had so many compliments! The space is stunning and is a true piece of Milwaukee history!

Rachael Sent on 11/13/2015

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We wanted a Milwaukee wedding and they provided it. Kim, the venue coordinator, is an expert. She was laid back yet on top of every detail. Our vendors all knew Kim and said that she is one of their favorites in the entire city to work with. I experienced why. She's great at what she does. Beyond Kim, the venue is beautiful. The guests loved it! The staff was friendly and felt like friends by the end of the night. I hope to have our 50th wedding aniversary there one day!

Stephanie Sent on 11/08/2015

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The theme my fiance and I were going for was Gatsby and The Brewery totally fit it. Kim Dorfner who is the Event Coordinator is awesome. She totally made us feel welcome, saw our vision and ran with it. The price with the amount of space was amazing. I cannot wait to see everything set up for our day!! It is absolutely gorgeous and even though our day is not here yet. I am so impressed with everyone and everything so far!!

User2213022 Sent on 05/29/2015

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The Best Place at the Historic Pabst Brewery is a gem. They now have an additional hall for wedding ceremonies/receptions. The pictures online hardly do the renovated Great Hall justice. Beautiful wood floors and there is so much natural light. Everyone there treats you like family and offers beer during meetings (now who doesn't love that). You get more than just the hall, you get a "speakeasy" space and outdoor space as well. Multiple great picture opportunities too! This really is the best place. My guests cannot say enough how impressed they all were with this place.

K Sent on 12/29/2017

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100% of the reason we booked with Best Place for our October wedding is Kim. Best Place was the very first venue we visited and we cancelled all of our appointments after meeting her and seeing the space.

We felt like Kim would be able to take care of all of our needs, and the things we didn't know we needed, and let us focus on enjoying the day. That's exactly what happened! One of the best things was that she'd already worked with a lot of our other vendors so she could anticipate what they'd all need too.

We really appreciated how flexible she and the rest of the staff were, and really, we can't say enough about how well everything went.

Ariel Sent on 11/25/2017

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The Best Place seemed to be a really popular venue around the time I started to look. In the beginning I struggled a little with communicating with the event coordinator. The week of the wedding though she had my full attention and the day of the entire staff was wonderful. Josh was our lead person and bartender and he was knowledgeable, helpful and even fixed my dress a couple times! We are so glad we spent our special day at the Pabst.

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The Best Place in Milwaukee!

The Best Place at the Pabst truly was the best place to have our wedding! Because we had a lot of out-of-town guests, we opted to combine our ceremony and reception location in the Great Hall. We knew from the first tour we wanted to get married here - it gives the perfect historic, old Milwaukee feel with beautiful hardwood and windows throughout (so decor was minimal!). Sarah was very helpful in answering all our questions and helping to make sure that the day ran smoothly. They were also very accommodating with our additions of hours and a small stage for the ceremony. All of our guests loved being in such a beautiful, classic Milwaukee venue, and many commented...

The Best Place at the Pabst truly was the best place to have our wedding! Because we had a lot of out-of-town guests, we opted to combine our ceremony and reception location in the Great Hall. We knew from the first tour we wanted to get married here - it gives the perfect historic, old Milwaukee feel with beautiful hardwood and windows throughout (so decor was minimal!). Sarah was very helpful in answering all our questions and helping to make sure that the day ran smoothly. They were also very accommodating with our additions of hours and a small stage for the ceremony. All of our guests loved being in such a beautiful, classic Milwaukee venue, and many commented on how special and unique it was. The bartenders were also awesome, and it was wonderful to have such a customizable bar package. We highly recommend The Best Place at Pabst for a totally awesome Milwaukee wedding.

Ashley Sent on 12/10/2017

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We stopped by the venue a few times leading up to the wedding - once when we chose it as our venue, once to show our parents the venue, and a few times when we just wanted to grab a beer or look in the gift shop - and every one of those times the staff treated us like we were one of the crew. Super friendly, always asking us if we wanted to look around the Great Hall, helpful when we were planning the wedding in figuring out how best to set things up, and they had great vendor recommendations. We were primarily in contact with Kim who responded to emails very quickly and clearly knew what she...

We stopped by the venue a few times leading up to the wedding - once when we chose it as our venue, once to show our parents the venue, and a few times when we just wanted to grab a beer or look in the gift shop - and every one of those times the staff treated us like we were one of the crew. Super friendly, always asking us if we wanted to look around the Great Hall, helpful when we were planning the wedding in figuring out how best to set things up, and they had great vendor recommendations. We were primarily in contact with Kim who responded to emails very quickly and clearly knew what she was doing which made us feel a little less stressed throughout the planning process. Kim was also very accomodating when we wanted to drop some things off earlier than the day of as well as us picking up some of our decor the following day, which we very much appreciated. Overall we loved the venue, our guests loved the venue too, and we can't wait to swing by and enjoy a beer as a married couple there!

Barb Sent on 05/04/2022

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Great for brewery tour or car show, horrible for a wedding

Bartender allows regular into my private party to keep her company during a closed private event. He was in there for last hour, hanging out and drinking like he was a guest. Owner not too concerned, I have no idea how many of his drinks I paid for. Stay away. No refrigerator on site, hope you don’t need it for your cake or sweets. Can’t set up for your ceremony until 2 for a 5 ceremony because they want to squeeze in some brewery tours before your event. Save yourself the aggravation of having your emails go to spam for 9 months with Sarah. Contract, lol. Mine said I had 10 days prior to event to paid in full....

Bartender allows regular into my private party to keep her company during a closed private event. He was in there for last hour, hanging out and drinking like he was a guest. Owner not too concerned, I have no idea how many of his drinks I paid for. Stay away. No refrigerator on site, hope you don’t need it for your cake or sweets. Can’t set up for your ceremony until 2 for a 5 ceremony because they want to squeeze in some brewery tours before your event. Save yourself the aggravation of having your emails go to spam for 9 months with Sarah. Contract, lol. Mine said I had 10 days prior to event to paid in full. Well the owners decided to take a vacation. Wanted paid in full prior to contracted date and started emailing me 30 days prior to event asking for full payment. Just save yourself the headaches and go somewhere that has a kitchen, refrigerator, matching tables, and just a little professionalism

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