I recently attended a private event at GM 705. The event space was nice and intimate, but it looked…read morelike they had the ability for a lot of different settings. The table arrangements of tables, booth seating, and cocktail tables were great so you could have a cocktail hour, as well as a seated dinner. The food was from the Gianmarco's menu and it was absolutely delicious. We had three appetizers in the cocktail hour. One was a mushroom bruschetta, one was a fried oyster bruschetta, and a small Caprese appetizer. The fried oyster and Caprese appetizer were the only two I tried and they were so fresh and delicious. I really liked that the fried oyster crostini and the mushroom bruschetta were served on small slate square plates. It was a really unique way to serve the hors d'oeuvres and the presentation was beautiful. Everybody's main meals looked so delicious and I was very pleased with my lamb. It was cooked absolutely perfectly and so flavorful and tender. I will say that the chicken Parmesan looked phenomenal and we had one friend order the veal Parmesan and it was an insane amount of food. He had never tried veal before and he really enjoyed it! The servers and team there were so hospitable and friendly. I would definitely keep this place in mind in the future for private events.

GM 705 catered a dinner event at Smith Lake Concert Series on July 12th. Dinner and appetizers…read morewere divine! Guests are still raving about the food and impeccable service. The staff were professional and friendly. They brought appetizers, dinner and desert and served the crowd of 70 plus concert guests seamlessly. We will definitely be using them again!

Had about a 50 person event in Dread River's private event room and it was great. The staff was…read moresuper friendly, food was great, and the space was prepared perfectly. Mashala, the Event Coordinator, was amazing throughout the entire process. She definitely went above and beyond to help us out. Would recommend!

Great service, bartender was super friendly and attentive, fun guy to talk to. Only had time for…read moreone drink but it was pretty good, I would order again for sure. Menu was extensive but it only had about 8 in house cocktails? The rest of the menu was food, beer etc kinda expected more options from a distillery. Ambiance was a little off, the outside of the building is nice, but inside when you get down to it was a little rough around the corners, it's my own preference, but having a bunch of big screens with sports on while serving chicken wings kinda kills the distillery vibe and makes the place seem more like a sports bar. It's not horrible, just seems like they were trying to cross a distillery with a buffalo wild wings.

Harambe is a great event space, great customer service & they provide everything you need. We had a…read moreprivate musical night & the video wall added the perfect touch. The stage lighting makes all the difference & plenty of space to dance, eat & make memories. Call Elias - he goes above & beyond for your special event.

From the owner: With 35 years of experience serving the Birmingham community, The Harambe Room, located in…read moreBirmingham’s fine arts district behind the Lyric Theater on historic 4th Avenue, is a versatile event venue offering over 3,000 square feet of contemporary, exposed brick loft-style space, accommodating approximately 250 guests. The venue provides various setup configurations, including tables, chairs, a stage, and a sound system upon request. Additional services encompass event planning, catering, custom cakes, sweets, a full cash bar with bartending services, and DJ entertainment. The Harambe Room is suitable for a wide range of events, such as weddings, receptions, baby showers, private dining, parties, luncheons, business meetings, and general events.

Here we go! Review #300! And keeping with my centennial theme (#100 was Review of Georgia Tech -…read more#200 was Review of Bobby Dodd Stadium), you're probably wondering how this museum relates? And if you weren't, don't worry - I'll tell you below. The Birmingham Georgia Tech Alumni Association held their annual banquet at this museum last month. Not being from the Birmingham area, I had no idea that this place existed! What a great venue for events, while also showcasing Birmingham Water Works from its earliest days.Use of the museum is for business and civic orgs only.... so no wedding receptions or private parties. AV and other technologies are also available for use. Not sure on the cost to rent, but given that the Alumni Assc. has a limited budget, I'm sure we didn't spend too much on renting the space. Stop by and view this venue if you're looking for a unique spot to hold your next meeting or event!

This place gets 5 stars because there are no apparent downsides that I've ever noticed. Easy to…read morefind, just a few minutes of hwy 280. Truthfully speaking, I've never been inside the larger museum room and am not exactly sure what all it entails. This review is specific to this building being used as a party/event venue. I've been on 3 separate occasions now (2 holiday parties and a baby shower) and have always had a good time. You can setup the room however you'd like with tables, chairs, microphone, speakers etc. There's also kitchen space and easily accessible restrooms to take advantage of. On this same side of the building where parties can be hosted, there's also a little bit of interactive museum stuff... fun!! Some cool pictures and historical information displays can be found throughout this room as well! Brick walls, high open ceilings and all the rustic decor makes this place feel unique, authentic and like any other event venue that you'll find in Birmingham (that I know of).

We stopped by for a bite after work and were early enough to take advantage of their happy hour…read morespecials. We got several "small" plates, most of which were not small. The staff checked on us frequently. We got an order of the pork belly nachos - so much food, but good. A wise choice for a meal or for an appetizer for the table. With our other food, we came close but were unable to finish it! We also got a small charcuterie tray sampler - grilled bread, meat & cheese, nuts, and some grilled asparagus - very tasty. We had ordered the truffle pizza - truly one of the best pizzas I've ever had - but were so full, we ended up getting it to go and ate it the next day. I look forward to coming back soon.

Was in the area because of hubs job. Nice place. We made a reservation and still had to wait to be…read moreseated, lime 15-20 minutes. Once seated, our waitstaff came to take our drink orders. It appears that different restaurants have a different take on a Paloma. I enjoy the one from a restaurant here in MO. This one was pretty much, straight grapefruit juice and alcohol with bitter wine added. I asked for a shot of grenadine to help with the bitterness. Nkt much help but, I drank it. Hubs haf some kind of beer, the kids had lemonade. For meals, I had fish and chips, hubs had the ribs, the teen had pizza, and the toddler had chicken stripe. I have to stop ordering fish and chips from places. I barely ate any (fish seemed not fully cooked). The toddler wasnt feeling well and went to sleep. The teen said his pizza was ok,but he didn't eat it all which is unusual for him. Hubs said the same about his ribs. Once we got back to the hotel, the fish and chips made an appearance, up and out. I really think the fish was undercooked. Maybe it was an off day. When in the area again, I probably won't be back.

if you need a flower bouquet for an event, expect that you will need to order well in advance…read more Forget it if you need something last minute. I have tried to order at least 3 times and didn't make the "cut-off" despite calling several days in advance.

This is my all time "go-to" flower bouquet store. They have always been more than accommodating…read more(even when saving the day with my last minute requests) and really go above and beyond to provide a one-of-a-kind arrangement. Did I mention that the flowers used are so fresh that the arrangements LAST? I've compared them to store bought flowers and have tried to extend the store bought bouquets (using every trick in the book -- flower "food" packets, homemade sugar water/bleach/lemon-juice concoction, etc.). But no matter what I do, FlowerBuds arrangements have lasted more than twice as long without any assistance! FlowerBud's creativity, talent, expertise and friendly customer service has earned its place at the very top of my list. Everyone in my family can instantly recognize a FlowerBuds arrangement and the gentlemen in our family know that it's not just the thought but the call to FlowerBuds that counts! I wish I could attach every beautiful bouquet to this review as I can't say enough. TLDR: FlowerBuds cannot be beat. You wont be disappointed. Call them and tell them what you want (don't be afraid to get creative either) and relax while the magic happens!

The main point of our trip to Birmingham was to see an exhibit at the art museum. However, we are…read moreearly rises (especially with the 1-hour time difference from home), so we had some time in the morning to fill. My wife determined that the local botanical garden opened by 7 a.m. (!) and was also free, so we opted to stop here before the museum opened later at 10 a.m. We made it here by around 7:30 a.m. A word of caution - the highway interchange nearby was nightmarish. We missed 2 turns (even with a navigation app running). I don't think it was just me. So be careful and add a few extra minutes to get lost. Once finally off they highway and through the final roundabout, we proceeded along a road bordering the gardens. On the other side appeared to be an expensive hotel and an upscale shopping / dining plaza. The garden was having some sort of plant sale, and crowds were apparently expected. They had traffic control cones in place, but we arrived early enough so that parking was still plentiful. When we left, it seemed like the lot had mostly filled up. The gardens are quite large. They are divided up into sub-areas and there is a large map posted about 100 yards inside the main gate. No paper maps were on offer, so I guess you can take a photo of theirs and use that. We first strolled to the Japanese Garden. We had this to ourselves until almost when we left. This area is quite large by itself. They have koi ponds, a tea house, etc. It was nice. We took an alternate path back to the map pavilion. From there, we explored other areas (mostly dedicated to specific flowers). Some of the terrain is hilly. We routed through the vegetable garden and eventually ended up back at the central formal rose garden. This was being watered periodically that morning and some of the brick paths in it were flooded. They seemed to have some satellite restrooms in remote areas, in addition to the main set near the gate. We spent almost 2 hours here and probably could have spent even more time, but we wanted to drive to our prime stop. If you have any interest in botanical gardens, this is a very worthwhile stop.

One of the first things I appreciated was free parking and free entrance, which is always an…read moreattractive feature. From there, it just kept getting better. You can easily spend hours exploring the many trails that wind through beautiful flowers and plants, the serene Japanese Gardens, and even an active beehive community--which was my favorite part! We were on a bit of a time limit and didn't get to walk the entire property, but we still managed to spend about two hours covering roughly three miles, and it never felt rushed. While it's still a little early in spring for everything to be in full bloom, there were still plenty of gorgeous floral displays to enjoy. Some of the trail directions can be a bit confusing at times, and we did end up wandering off course once or twice. That said, it was never difficult to find our way back to the main trail and continue exploring. If you're looking for a place to meander, slow down, and truly enjoy nature, this is absolutely the place to do it. A peaceful and rewarding experience overall.

The Miss Alabama fashion show is held here annually. This years event was cool and well organized…read more The facility is clean and beautifully decorated for Christmas. The staff is friendly and very accommodating. I always enjoy visiting the country club. This event is alway fun. If you get the chance to visit the Vestavia Country Club, I highly recommend it.

Updated and beautifully maintained, VCC is a true asset…read more The staff and amenities are exceptional and they work hard to make your event special. The tennis center, fitness center and golf program are also up to date and exceptional

I attended a rehearsal dinner at Clubhouse on Highland. I had never been and it did not disappoint!…read morePerched high on a hill there are many steps to get into the venue. However, if you need, you're able to drive to the back and have handicap access. The inside is comprised of spacious rooms with plenty of charm intended for hosting events, parties or receptions. Each room brings so much charm and detail. This place isn't to be missed!

This was the second occasion in which I had an opportunity to visit this beautiful building. Both…read morein regards to celebrating art and creatives. This is the perfect place to have an intimate showing or and afternoon or evening celebration. The space is big enough for seating and also moving around or dancing. I could envision an intimate wedding or reception. There seem to be plenty of street parking. This is definitely a neighborhood vibe with a couple of bars and restaurants across the street. The Art Hun Gallery did a wonderful job of showcasing some local artist. I would go back.