If I could give zero stars, I absolutely would! The staff here are extremely rude and…read moreunprofessional. We had just pulled barely inside the gate when a woman stopped us with her car. Her very first words were, "Why are you here?" -- no greeting, no courtesy, just instant hostility. We were only there to take a quick photo of the outside and look at the grounds, as we were considering renting the venue for a wedding. We're from out of town and were in the area just for the weekend, but she immediately accused us of trespassing instead of simply asking what we needed. To make things worse, she blocked the driveway so we couldn't turn around properly, forcing us to back through the grass rather than letting us move forward a couple of feet to the wider part of the drive. I'm also quite sure her behavior was influenced by my alternative haircut and color, which made the experience feel even more judgmental and discriminatory. We will never come back here or recommend this place to anyone.

We went on the history tour, but it was disappointing. The castle itself is interesting and it was…read moreinteresting to see the interior of the building. The tour guide did his best, but his script was rather mediocre. His presentation was repetitive and I had a hard time hearing him over the sounds of the air conditioning. You were not allowed to take photographs unless you requested permission prior to taking each one you wanted. The tour opened with a short video which could have been interesting except the narrator was unintelligible. I was able to decipher about 10 words during the 6 minute film. There are a lot of stairs on the tour (no elevator) so this would not be a good tour for anyone with mobility issues.

This review is a little different as we used this location to create a casino for a web series…read morebeing filmed by MSU. This is where Rasta Grill used to be. THIS PLACE IS AWESOME! The owner and staff are super friendly and accommodating... I just love them all to pieces. 319 itself is a large open room fitted with a projector screen, a dance floor, huge windows, and loads of way to modify the set up. There is also an outdoor patio with a bar that can be opened. They also have two other smaller buildings facing S. Campbell, both of which would be perfect for a smaller catered dinner or small reception. (The room with a fireplace is super adorable) Speaking of the food... we were lucky enough to have had them cater the fundraiser we held for the serious and OH MY GOODNESS THE SPINACH DIP! Everything I tried was fantastic from the Onion Souffle to the Mango Salsa. But seriously, that spin dip. (drool) If you are in the market for a wedding, event, good time venue - go here. You wont find better in Springfield.

This is THE place to have any event in downtown Springfield, MO... and we had a great party. Angelo…read moreand staff are simply the best. I could have never put this all together without his help and guidance. Everything was so easy, no stress, come by anytime to talk, measure, figure out what is needed. The food and drinks and service were amazing. I knew when I met Angelo the first time that this would be exactly what it wanted to be and it turned out even better. My parents had the time of their life celebrating 50 years of marriage with friends, family, a great band, superb staff and facilities. Do you next event here!

This is a beautiful venue! We had a family wedding hosted here and could not have asked for a more…read moreperfect place. The staff is easy to work with, efficient, competent and kind. All we had to do was show up. They took care of everything from set up to clean up. The bridal suite is very large, several mirrors, electric outlets, chairs and couches. The groom suite is an amazing space. Set up like a large theater with reclining chair seating and theater size screen. Definitely a guy hangout while waiting on the beautiful bride and her girls. If you are looking for a beautiful space, a staff that will go above and beyond to make your event dream come true, and memories to last a lifetime this is your place!

My sister got married here this past December, and the staff at the Veridian made it a stress-free…read moreand magical night for everyone involved. Set up was quick and easy, and the venue is absolutely beautiful! The location was perfect, and since it was just after Christmas when they got married the Christmas lights and the tree in the square made for magical pictures. The outside patio was perfect when quests wanted to cool off or take a break from the dancing, and the staff was lovely and timely when it came to the tear down process, getting us all home at a resonable time. I would absolutely suggest the Veridian for any event, especially weddings.

Great location Nicely sized rooms and oversized shower…read moreAdequate fitness room Fun lobby bar Difficult to get to roof top venue. It is either closed for private events or no allowance for those under 21 (we have struck on 3 visits) Valet parking Springfield's only 4 star hotel.

I hadn't been to Springfield in years, so I asked a local where I should stay for a quick overnight…read moretrip. Without hesitation, he said, "You've got to try the Vandivort." I'm so glad I did. The moment I stepped into the stylish, contemporary lobby, I felt like I'd walked into a boutique hotel in SoHo. The design is chic, modern, and full of personality. I arrived early and was pleasantly surprised to get access to my room right away -- a spacious, beautifully appointed room on the fourth floor of the hotel's main building. (Tip: there's a second building across the alley in back, so if location matters to you, be sure to ask which one you're in.) My room was terrific -- upscale furnishings, high ceilings, and a bed so comfortable I wanted to bring it home with me. Great mattress, perfect pillows -- everything you hope for in a good night's sleep. As luck would have it, the hotel was celebrating its 10-year anniversary with a lobby reception just as I was heading out to a meeting. The place had a celebratory buzz. When I returned, I made a beeline to Vantage, the rooftop bar, for an Old Fashioned. They were out of Angel's Envy (my go-to), but the bartender made a solid one with Woodford Reserve. A quick evening shower made the rooftop a bit humid, so I headed downstairs to The Order, the hotel's lobby bar -- equally impressive, with a standout liquor selection and, yes, Angel's Envy in stock. Round two. The next morning, I hit their fitness room in the back building, followed by a run through downtown. Afterward, I grabbed a surprisingly good $10 breakfast burrito from the on-site café. My only real quibble: no complimentary coffee in the lobby. For a boutique hotel of this caliber, it's a small thing that would make a big difference. Overall, Hotel Vandivort delivered style, comfort, and a memorable experience. If you're heading to Springfield and want something with personality and polish -- stay here. Highly recommended.

this place is worth the booking...extra special care taken...over the top service...and beautiful…read moreplace to share in memories made....an must book if you have to have a space for a celebration, meeting or just a get together....Thanks for all the great memories made!!!!

425 Downtown Events & Catering went above & beyond to make our day exactly what we wanted. Rebekah…read more& her team were a delight to work with, they answered our questions in a timely manner (usually within 1-2 hours) & trust me, I had A LOT of questions. The service, friendliness of the staff & the quality of the food were EXCELLENT!!! The venue was quaint & perfect for our wedding/reception of around 80 people. If you are looking for OUTSTANDING customer service, people who actually care about their product/service and making your event all that you want it to be, book with them! You won't be disappointed! I can't say enough about how amazing they were! My day was PERFECT & I would recommend them again and again!

Very nice venue for the MSU Foundation Holiday Gala. Easy to find, easy parking and a good flow for…read morepeople to move around.

The greatest staff ever! Fantastic place to have an event!…read moreEverything was perfect! Glad to be going back to our BBN event!

I came here for my husband company Christmas Party. This conference center is beautifully…read moredecorated. Wildernesses wildlife is the theme and I was very impressed. Cabin like feel. Interactive back wall of wildlife with bears, foxes , owls and trees. Nice spacing well lit. Hallways has high ceilings and cabin feel. Staff were very friendly and accommodating. Menu of food was delicious and appearance of five star . Restrooms clean. Plentiful parking. Kudos to Trans land Trucking for picking this conference center for the location.

Stunning Event Venue for weddings or other events of any size…read more The atmosphere is a knock out. Totally unlike anyplace you've ever been. The staff knocks themselves out to accommodate your needs. Shop at The Bass Pro Shop next door before or after your event. Great parking and street access. Event Planners-you need to make yourself familiar with this place.

My cousin got married here last weekend. To guests it was a beautiful venue, great food, etc…read more However, she was extremely rude to my cousin and nickle and dimed them left and right. Staff also not attentive during wedding. She was told the PA system was provided and then on the wedding day, no AV cords provided. Told her in one sentence that she didn't have enough details, then in another sentence told her she was basically the most difficult wedding she had worked on. Lastly, she has things in writing that she went back on. I wouldn't want to work with this lady, but beautiful wedding!

I am an avid coffee lover and I'm always looking for new shops. This is a location I have visited…read moretime and time again for the last decade. It's a great place to study, if you don't need silence, or to hang out with friends. I enjoy the dim lighting and background music that seems to be a hallmark of this location. The baristas do a great job and are fast. This last time I stopped by I tried a s'mores inspired latte and overall I thought it was great. The marshmallow flavored cold foam wasn't quite what I was expecting, but after mixing it all up a bit it was very good.

Came to visit our nieces and got a little peckish while shopping. She recommended this place for…read morecoffee and a bite to eat. She had a white chocolate raspberry iced coffee. I had a drip. Barracuda roast. The other drip available was breakfast and I'm not a fan of the citrus in breaksfast blends so Barracuda it was. I found it to be a bit citrusy on the backend as well but it was smooth so I managed They do make an espresso concentrate for iced drinks but you can ask for hot espresso freshly made and they will accommodate you. She says it's still good but she prefers the fresh espresso and forgot to ask for it. The niece is a vegetarian so I can't speak to any menu items with meat. The margherita flat bread is some kind of good. They spread pesto on a naan flat bread, add sliced fresh mozzarella, fresh Roma tomatoes and a balsamic drizzle. Heavenly. The niece loves the hummus with naan. It was ok to me. A little sharper and more garlicky than I prefer, but still good. Did I mention that the margherita flat bread is amazing??? I'm 55. I love classic rock. The music is top tier. Staff was friendly and the place is very clean with booths, tables and high top seating.