The Franklin of Soulard Reviews
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Jeremiah K. Sent on 09/15/2024Amazing STL Business!
There are not enough words to describe how great everyone at the Franklin was throughout the entire wedding planning and execution processes! We couldn't imagine having held our wedding anywhere else. They truly put their customers first and we are so grateful to have been able to have our big day at this unique venue. The team was flexible and genuinely helpful with every interaction and their number one priority was to ensure we were completely satisfied. We strongly recommend the Franklin to anyone looking to host a wedding or big event! The Franklin team is second to none and we wish them nothing but prosperity! -
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Gabby M. Sent on 12/09/2024Great venue
We got married 11/16/24 and the Franklin went above and beyond to make our day so special. Along with our wedding it was also my birthday. The entire planning process was seamless and easy with Christina, Dan and their entire team. The venue is timeless and great for large and small weddings. We had close to 300 and it was great. The food was AMAZING (not your typically wedding food), apps were incredible and our guest are still raving about it. From the small touches, to the big moments, they were there through it all. Emily, was always there with food or a drink for my husband or I and we absolutely loved it. They really let you have your own personally touch with a Franklin spin. The bridal get ready room as 10/10 and was perfect for my bridal party in the fact that we did not have to carry our things every where. We just stayed in one place which was so nice. If you are looking for a venue for your wedding, please look no further. THE FRANKLIN IS IT!!!!!!!!! Thank you guys for everything, the Franklin will always hold a place in our hearts. -
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Amanda H. Sent on 09/03/2024
We got married 8/31/2024 and our day was absolutely amazing. Christina, Danny and their staff made the days leading up to our wedding easy.
Our wedding day was beautiful and was so easy. The Franklin was beautiful, Christina, Danny and the staff are all extremely good at what they do. I feel like there was nothing that could have been better from them. They kept me in the loop but also made sure it was seamless, being an all inclusive venue is also a one up. No need to coordinate when the food will be there, because it's already there, and it's delicious! If you ask me there is no place better in the STL area to get married. -
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Debbie W. Sent on 10/17/2024
Beautiful venue!
The venue is wonderful! The staff were very professional and helpful in every area of planning up to the wedding. Highly recommend The Franklin! -
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Heidi O. Sent on 10/17/2024Great Venue!
The Franklin team was amazing, professional, and attentive to everything!!! -
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Libby T. Sent on 10/18/2024Perfect City Venue, Great Value for Money
Our September 2024 Wedding at The Franklin was an absolute dream! We were looking for a unique venue with a capacity of at least 250 people that would highlight the charm of the City of St. Louis. The Franklin met our needs perfectly! Christina, Danny, and their team went above and beyond to meet every need and expectation. During the planning process, the thing I appreciated most about the Franklin was their pricing transparency - we got exactly what we bargained for the year prior at the price we agreed on with no surprise fees, charges, or need to upgrade at the last minute, which is a level of transparency not all our vendors provided. On the day of the space was set exactly according to our floor plan, the signature cocktails were delicious (not watered down or tasting like they were made hours before), there were NEVER lines at the bar, and the room was beautifully lit by at least 100 candles on the mezzanine level. Dinner was served on time and efficiently to our more than 200 guests and we loved that there was a perfect spot for our photo booth - plus we were able to use the Franklin's backdrop and neon sign. Danny and Christina were a dream to work with, their space is beautiful, and they made our dreams come true (including my dad's dream of a late night chicken finger bar)! Highly recommend The Franklin! -
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Cheryl W. Sent on 09/15/2024Excellent Catering
We used the Franklin of Soulard to cater our daughter's wedding last weekend, and it was phenomenal. Our daughter had a specific "Oktoberfest" theme she wanted to capture, and Danny, Christina, and the entire staff nailed it. Excellent food, easy to work with, responsive, and so fun! -
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Rachel S. Sent on 09/01/2024Excellent Venue and service!!
My son and his bride had their wedding and reception at The Franklin of Soulard on 8/24/24. I knew the minute that they booked this venue everything would be well taken care of. Danny and Christina Walsh did not disappoint! We have received so many compliments on how nice everything was. The evening was absolutely beautiful and everything flowed perfectly! Danny & Christina pour their whole hearts into every event making you feel like your day is the most important not only to you but to them as well! The professionalism of the entire team is top notch and will be hard to beat! We want to thank everyone who worked the tasting, rehearsal dinner, and the wedding/reception from the bottom of our hearts for all of the hard work that started long before the main event. There's not one thing that I can think of that they could have done better! Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!🥂🎉❤️ -
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Nick A. Sent on 10/01/2024Outstanding Venue and Staff
Cannot recommend the Franklin enough for a wedding! The venue was renovated beautifully but kept historic (there are many photo ops). The team was professional and extremely helpful in every way. Our guests raved about the atmosphere, food, and drinks. We had the ceremony and reception there. The room was flipped quickly during cocktail hour. The food was served efficiently, and they accommodated all guest allergies. They kept us on schedule and really made the day go smoothly. You’re in good hands with the Franklin and their team! -
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Sharon H. Sent on 05/29/2024My daughter and son-in-law's wedding
Our experience with The Franklin of Soulard was top notch! My daughter and her (now) husband spent quite a bit of time looking at potential venues. We knew it was going to be a large wedding (we had 250ish guests). Once we saw the Franklin, we loved it. It is a gorgeous venue. However, even better than the venue are the people that run it. Christina (and her husband Danny) who own it were amazing to work with. They were always quick to answer my random questions. Their entire team was so incredibly helpful with the entire process, even when we realized we needed to switch table type out once we started grouping people. They were happy to help and work with us on what was needed. They even helped us think of things I hadn't even considered. Being an "all-inclusive" venue made my life so much easier (they handle the tables, chairs, linens, dishes, glassware, food, drinks, and people to run it all). The bridal suite was amazing and was perfect even though there were 8 bridesmaids and a maid of honor to get ready along with the bride - plenty of space for everyone. The food was amazing, the venue was gorgeous. Everything ran perfectly smooth (which honestly was surprising with all of the people we had). The food was served quickly and efficiently. The bar was well staffed and quick. They were also incredibly flexible about letting us in early to setup and to come back the next day to pick up everything. I really cannot say enough good things about Christina, the team, and the venue. -
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Kelsey C. Sent on 01/08/2024The absolute best!
The Franklin of Soulard as a venue – 5/5 stars!
The Franklin of Soulard team – 100/5 stars!
This beautiful venue comes with an even better team that will ensure your day runs smoothly and your reception is everything you could want. I've heard some horror stories from friends about other venues not staying in contact with them or only providing the space and nothing else – that's not at all what I've experienced at The Franklin. Christina and the whole team ensured we were just well taken care of. The food was amazing, and my favorite part of planning was that delicious tasting. The final details meeting set everything in place, and they answered every single question we had.
All in all, this team is so accommodating, and the venue was a beautiful backdrop to my Christmasy wedding. Thank you so much for helping make our day the absolute best! -
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Makenzi H. Sent on 10/14/20235 stars just isnt enough
I cannot say enough nice things about The Franklin of Soulard. We booked 20 months before our wedding date and during that entire time period I always felt like a priority. You get so much for your money & I never felt like they were trying to nickel and dime us for silly stuff (can’t say that about other places we toured). The bridal suite is HUGE which was so nice for the day of. The space is beautiful but truthfully the staff make this space so unique. Christina & Danny were SO helpful, courteous, and incredibly sincere the entire time. Christina always answered my questions with speed and Danny even helped carry boxes to the car the day after. I knew from the beginning I didnt have to worry about anything and I cannot thank them enough for that huge stress relief! Christina and Danny were always there when we needed them reception night and Lois treated us like royalty making sure we had drinks, desserts, and plenty of food. While planning, they made adjustments to entree sides, brought in specialty drinks we asked for, and NEVER made us feel like it was outrageous request. The food is absolutely incredible, Im not sure I will ever get over it! If you want a space that is beautiful, a wonderful staff, and a place that makes you feel like family… this is it. I wish we could get married here every single weekend, it was truly a dream. Thank you to The Franklin of Soulard for making sure our night was absolutely perfect! We cannot thank you all enough. -
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Alex R. Sent on 10/02/2023Absolute Dream!
Christina and Daniel were so incredibly wonderful to work with! I had no idea how much I would fall in love with The Franklin when I walked in to it. We wanted a beautiful venue with a lot of charm and it is just so breathtaking in person. Everyone at The Franklin ensured our wedding planning process was as easy as can be. They helped us plan so many details and we had such a hard time deciding on food because it was all so delicious (especially the late night corn dogs!). Our guests couldn't stop telling us how beautiful and unique the space was. I would recommend The Franklin to anyone planning an event. Such a special place! -
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Mallory W. Sent on 09/12/2023Incredible venue for all-inclusive weddings
If you are getting married in St. Louis and looking for a beautiful, affordable and all-inclusive venue, The Franklin needs to be at the very top of your list!! I can’t say enough wonderful things about Christina, Daniel and the rest of their staff. From the moment we toured the space, they made us feel so special and like we were their top priority. Christina kindly and promptly answered every email and question I had (there were a lot!). I am a fairly detail-oriented person and at our final venue meeting a month before the wedding, I was absolutely blown away by the level of detail that went into planning our day - we’re talking a down-to-the-minute timeline! Our wedding went so smoothly and I know that is because of all the work they put in behind the scenes. I literally wish I could get married again just to work with them again.
The space is AMAZING, and all little extras like the cocktail lounge and gold chargers and nice chairs - things that other venues would charge extra for - are just part of having your event there. The food is incredible. I wish I could eat their butternut squash ravioli every day! I also made use of their gorgeous bridal suite to get ready in the morning.
I would highly recommend The Franklin to any couple searching for a venue. It was one of the very best decisions we made. -
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Matt M. Sent on 08/29/2023Five-Star Experience
Christina and Daniel’s team went above and beyond from the first time we met with them all the way through to the day after our event. We met with them for a tasting and knew they were exactly what we were looking for. Not only were they 100% on top of everything food/drink related, they also made sure to provide vendors for other services that they’ve had good experiences with in the past. The entire team was so diligent, helping to make for a smooth wedding day.
It was a five-star experience, we were lucky they were available to host our rehearsal dinner, cater our reception, and cater a brunch the next morning. I would recommend The Franklin Room to any and everyone looking for someone to cater and/or host their special day.
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