Recently had my wedding here.
The experience was so difficult. We paid and no one had reached out to us. We had to reach out to the venue and we had our first coordinator Alyssa, then she was replaced by Alex and then she was replaced Alyse. We had to re-explain everything to each new person. Most of them did not know the answers to the questions I was asking and had to go and ask management.
When going for our tasting we were not told about the cheaper options and they only had us taste the most expensive food. I had to ask if there was anything cheaper and not as fancy because I know most of the food would not be eaten by our guests.
When I came for my rehearsal I was told by an employee to go into the cocktail area. I walked in on a wedding... I was so mad and went back and reiterated that I was there for a rehearsal and not a wedding. As the bride I was so embarrassed to have walked in on someone elses event while I was in full white.
When my wedding was going on I requested the doors be locked. They were not locked and during our dinner they let a man with shorts, a t-shirt, and a ball cap into our wedding. We had no clue who he was. He walked in yelling obscenities things and went straight to the bar. My friends and family had to get him out of the venue.
I would recommend the alcove for the looks but not the service. I mean they literally let a wedding crasher in and made the process more difficult than it needed to be. Luckily our vendors were amazing and I counted on my Dj for everything. He was more help than the entire venue and I paid him $10,000 less than I...
Read morethe wedding I attended at Alcove last night was the BEST wedding I have ever attended. The space is gorgeous, high ceiling, tall windows, white plaster walls: very earthy/minimalist. And of course there is the famous fern chandelier: a huge arrangement of potted ferns suspended from the ceiling. Very attractive. The vibe of the wedding I attended fit beautifully with the space: unfussy, sophisticated. The food and the meal service were absolutely flawless. Its been a long time since I have experienced such excellent service. Lastly there was an AMAZING DJ that made it the most fun wedding I have attended. Great music, great DJ patter. EVERYBODY danced. I mean every body. EVERY BODY really celebrated. In that respect felt kind of like new years eve. If anyone asked my about a wedding venue in cincinnati, I would say Alcove. But know that it isn't a country club vibe, or a fancy hotel "event space." You can make it your own space, your own vibe. I think the factors that could make this a great space for any kind formal/informal event because you can make it what you want it to be. Thanks to all Alcove staff for making this such a perfect...
Read moreWe got married at Alcove by Madtree and had such a great time and experience. Both coordinators we worked with, Alyssa & Carrie, were amazing: Very patient & helpful before the event and the day of, and extremely nice, so as the rest of the staff ! We did both our ceremony and reception at Alcove and used the cocktail room during the room flipping. It was extremely convenient for our guests who were mostly coming from out of town. With the girls, we got ready at Alcove in the bridal suite and enjoyed the delicious brunch during the day. The tables were set by the Alcove Staff, so as the amazing desert table. We worked with F&Goode for the deserts, recommended by Alcove (except our wedding cake - home made) & Josh Jackson as our DJ, also recommended by Alcove. Thanks again to all the staff who...
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