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Speakeasy on State

Speakeasy on State

Redlands, CA
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    Erika G. Sent on 11/30/2020
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    Amazing venue with so much character.

    Such a beautiful venue. Great team to work with. Put us at ease and made everything so easy every step of the way. Would totally recommend. And great location in downtown.
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    Shaila P. Sent on 08/02/2022
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    Lovely Venue

    Beautiful venue!! Has all the charm of Redlands in the 1920's and was a great central spot for our graduation party. Easy to get too and tucked away on central State Street. Everything is kept up beautifully!! Ariell was so helpful and enthusiastic. She was very easy to communicated with, ask questions and was very accommodating. It was so also very easy selecting vendors thru Ariells recommendations.
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    Judy V. Sent on 03/16/2022
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    25th Wedding Anniversary!

    My husband and I absolutely loved everything Speakeasy had to offer and loved our experience with this venue, by far our best experience ever! We had grown tired of trying to find the perfect venue for our 25th Wedding Anniversary after searching for almost 7months that we almost cancelled our event! Until we found Speakeasy and met Ariel 3 weeks before our event date on 2/19/22. Ariel was an absolute helpful, smart, caring business owner. Thanks to Ariel nothing went wrong and we enjoyed our day without a worry or lifting a finger on our special day and just spent the day with a lot of smiles , laughs, and a lot of champagne!
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    Whitney T. Sent on 02/19/2022
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    Dreamy wedding venue

    The Speakeasy is so versatile, and Ariell works so well with making your vision happen as it evolves through planning. She asks the right questions take sure you get what you want, and composes a list of vendors that will absolutely make your dream happen.
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    Shelbi T. Sent on 02/19/2022
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    Dream Wedding

    My husband and I just got married here (in December) and it was incredible! Our guests talk about how impressed they were with the food, staff and venue. Everything came together so beautifully. The staff there are very polite and accommodating. We worked directly with the owner, Ariell, and she handled it all amazingly! I would definitely recommend the Speakeasy on State for any event.
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    Nicole E. Sent on 12/23/2021
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    Nothing but the best

    We had the most amazing wedding at the Speakeasy on State. Ariell and Katie were great to work with and made our day so easy for us to enjoy. Our guests even commented on how great the team was during our wedding. We are so lucky to have stumbled upon this absolutely amazing venue. We couldn’t be happier with our wedding.
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    Alexa Sent on 10/15/2021
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    The perfect venue!

    Ariell & her team go above and beyond to make your planning process and day of event go absolutely smoothly. This venue has all its original charm with upgraded AMAZING air conditioning. From its natural wood floors, view of downtown redlands and little touches in the womens restroom of feminine products. Amazing vendors that work along side this team made it so easy to navigate our wedding planning. Day & Night I would ask our coordinator Katie questions and she was always quick to respond and be a helpful hand. All I had to do was drop off my decor prior to my wedding and the entire speakeasy team made my buckets of stuff into something so beautiful. I could cry x10 over again with how breath-taking it all was and I can even count with how many times I was approached about how beautiful the venue was, how amazing the decor came out and how helpful and kind the staff was. I won't be getting marriend again but I can see all major life events/parties happening at this wonderful venue!
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    Chasie Sent on 06/12/2020
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    Such a magical experience!

    We love speakeasy on State! From the get-go, this venue made my husband and I feel like family. Ariell Was amazing to work with, and made sure to have every detail taken care of. She was quick to respond and made everything seamless. I am blown away by how beautiful everything turned out! There is nothing around that compares to this place. It is undeniable that the property itself is gorgeous, spacious, and clean. The historic beauty is astounding. It is an excellent venue for formal events or intimate small gatherings. If you are looking for a venue with outstanding service, it really doesn’t get any better than this.
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    Shawn M. Sent on 08/03/2021
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    Amazing Place!

    This space is just incredible and the staff could not have done a better job. Looking forward to our next opportunity. Thanks Ariel!

    Speakeasy on State's reply:

    Shawn,
    Thank you so much! It was our pleasure to host such a special moment in your daughter and family’s life. Can’t wait to work with you all again!
    Many blessings!
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    Brooke H. Sent on 06/02/2021
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    Amazing Venue!

    My husband and I were married here on April 30, 2021, and we are so happy that we chose the Speakeasy on State! I visited so many different venues searching for the perfect one when I finally found this hidden gem in Redlands! Ariell, was able to meet with me the same day to show the venue and discuss pricing. I went with their all inclusive package and was so impressed with all of the vendors. Callie, the coordinator, was super helpful and attentive. She took so much stress off of me and allowed me to actually enjoy the wedding planning process. I will forever cherish the memories that were made here at the Speakeasy and wish that we could relive the night all over again! Thank you all for everything! 💕
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    Evelyn A. Sent on 08/27/2021
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    Amazing Venue!

    If you’re thinking about using this venue, stop thinking and just book it. The location is perfect, the history behind is amazing, and the service offered supersedes anyone else.

    Speakeasy on State's reply:

    Evelyn,
    Thank you so much! Congratulations and so happy I was able to work with you.
    I loved every part of your wedding and you two were seriously so sweet and such a gorgeous couple!
    Many blessings!
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    Gloria M. Sent on 06/09/2021
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    My 50th birthday party

    I had my 50th birthday party celebration here at the speakeasy on State. Ariel and her staff were great and helping us every step of the way before the party during the party and after the party. I selected my caterer and my bartender from a list of the vendors that they offered . I was very happy with them both the food was delicious and the bartender was just as amazing. Thank you so much to the speakeasy on State my 50th birthday was a success.
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    Eileen B. Sent on 03/15/2021
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    Bubier Wedding

    Perfect open for a Covid wedding!
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    Jessica Y. Sent on 11/19/2020
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    Over the top exceptional

    I just had my wedding recently, even during Covid! I can’t say enough how easy and stress-free they made the entire experience. I mainly dealt with Arielle the manager and Callie the coordinator. These two made the experience amazing. They we’re always responsive, extremely helpful, and really did an outstanding job. I got so many compliments on the venue and how beautiful it was from my guest. The best part was the day of the wedding, they set-up everything, including decor, all I had to do was show up. Highly recommend!
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    Jaimee J. Sent on 11/18/2020
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    Stress free

    I recommend this wedding to anyone who needs a stress-free planning experience coupled with an absolutely beautiful venue, GREAT staff, and awesome packages.
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    Lacy K. Sent on 09/10/2020
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    Speakeasy saved my wedding

    When a fire hit near my venue a day before my wedding, my bridesmaids and I scrambled to find alternatives. Ariell answered the phone and due to the circumstances was willing to show us the venue with 10 minutes notice. The rooms are absolutely beautiful and unique in their design. The bathroom included small details like perfume or spray deodorant. Ariell and her staff were incredibly accommodating despite restrictions of COVID. I highly recommend to give this wonderful place your business!

    Speakeasy on State's reply:

    Thank you so much Lacy! It was a pleasure to work with you and your wonderful bridesmaids. You were a dream to work with!

    Kindly,
    Ariell and Speakeasy On State Team
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    Ashton Sent on 06/11/2020
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    Baby shower

    I had my baby shower here, the staff was very accommodating, the venue itself is beautiful, warm and very inviting.
    My experience communicating with the Ariel was amazing, everything that I hoped for in a baby shower was breathed to life.
    All my guests raved at how much history and class is displayed within the walls of the speakeasy. I definitely recommend this venue for any special occasion.
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    Melissa Sent on 01/10/2019
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    Unique with tons of character!

    If you are looking for a venue that is truly unique and loaded with tons of character this is the place! The owners preserved much of the history with this original speakeasy. It is so elegant and fun all at the same time. And the owners Dawn and Ariel are outstanding to work with. They are professional and have such incredibly sweet personalities. They truly love their couples and love giving them a place to make such beautiful memories! Go see it! You'll love it!
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    Hannah D. Sent on 03/18/2019
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    Absolutely Perfect

    Dawn and her team are a dream to work with. My wedding was so wonderful, and we owe it all to the Speakeasy on State and their incredible vendors. Dawn was so responsive during our planning process, and we loved every vendor she recommended. The venue itself is so beautiful, and it has such historical value. Definitely use Speakeasy on State for your special day!
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    Rebecca Sent on 04/03/2021
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    A stunning location and very professional

    Speakeasy on State is an absolute gem in the downtown Redlands area. We held our wedding at this location in January of 2021, and we could not be happier having chosen this location. Apart from the lovely downtown area the venue itself is stunning. High ceilings with large chandeliers, beautiful brick walls and help with all the amenities. Ariell was wonderful to work with, and very helpful. Our in house wedding coordinator, Katie, was equally as helpful and made sure everything on our special day went as planned. They have great recommendations for vendors and are always available to answer any questions. If your looking for a beautiful indoor location to hold your wedding we would highly recommend Speakeasy on State Street. Thank you for making our wedding day so perfect!
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    Mary Sent on 08/07/2018
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    The Speakeasy on State in Redlands is such a beautiful and iconic space. The details in this venue are breathtaking. My husband and I held our June 2018 wedding and this venue was definitely had the urban feel we wanted.

    Our guests loved this venue and we have nothing but good memories. The whole process from looking at the space, booking, to the big day was so easy with Ariel and Dawn. Their team is such a joy to work with. Would definitely recommend looking at the space, because you will fall in love!
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    Rebecca Sent on 03/05/2018
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    This venue is absolutely stunning and the support staff made the whole thing so easy! You can't ask for more! The lighting and flooring and ambiance almost eliminates the need for any actual decor. My husband and I were married here last summer and we are so glad we went with the speakeasy over anywhere else. It was elegant and glamorous for the ceremony and then also plenty of room to party with a DJ for the reception. Thank you, Dawn!!!! :)
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    Elisa Sent on 09/06/2017
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    Speakeasy on State was the perfect place for my husband and I to celebrate our June 2017 wedding and we feel so blessed that we happened to come upon this venue. We purchased their all inclusive package which was VERY affordable for what you get and the only thing it did not come with was videographer and photographer. My husband and I work full time and have very busy lives so I loved that I didn't have to search for every vendor on my own. This option helped us focus on other details that meant a lot to us rather then spending most or time looking for and interviewing vendors.

    The venue - Go see it! Its such a unique venue with rich history that gives you such a grand feeling. We were set on a destination or out door wedding and we searched for many venues all through out Cali, but there was something about this venue that drew us in. We hosted the cocktail hour in the front room and used the ball room solely for dining and dancing. The space fit comfortably 150 guests. One of the main things I wanted in a venue was a big dance floor. With 150 guest we were able to have the dance floor in the center of the room with tables going all around the edges so every one had a front row seat.

    The vendors - Fabulous! I can not say enough about their preferred vendors. Their products and service all exceeded our expectations. They were all so kind, patient and super attentive. They truly made our night perfect. We got SO MANY compliments on our vendors and a few friends are now using them for their wedding.

    The Owners - Ariell and Dawn were amazing people to work with. We worked mostly with Ariell and she was truly wonderful. She was super helpful, always so kind and went above and beyond for everything she needed, even our more detailed requests. What ever idea we had she truly worked with us on it and you can tell she really cares. I can not recommend this place more and can not thank them enough for helping us have the most wonderful Wedding celebration.
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    Sarah Sent on 06/24/2017
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    The Speakeasy on State is an unique, charming space that makes you swoon when you've entered into one of their spaces, The Colombia Room and the Ballroom. My husband and I recently got married here and this venue was perfect in every way. We created an intimate ceremony in the Colombia room and had a fun time partying it out in the Ballroom. Working with Dawn and Ariell was a wonderful experience! These ladies were so professional, efficient, and attentive. They were quick to respond to my e-mails, they were accommodating to our needs financially (allowed us to space out our payments), and they're just super sweet to work with.

    The only concern one might have is parking can be difficult in downtown Redlands - your guests may have to walk a little bit. There's also a lift to assist those who may need assistance getting up their stairs.

    You can read my review (and others) on Yelp for more info, but long story short: this event space is worth visiting in person. The pictures do not do it justice and Dawn and Ariell are a dream to work with. The last thing you need when you're getting married is to worry about how everything is going to go down and they know how to work their preferred vendors to make your vision of your wedding come true.
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    Beth Sent on 04/05/2017
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    The Speakeasy on State was a dream come true for us. We had been searching for a unique venue space for our wedding that had both character and history, but without the crazy price tag. It was a tall order and we were much more particular than we had imagined! We were running out of options. By a stroke of luck (or fate), we came across the Speakeasy on State before it had officially opened. Even before stepping into the space, we were sold just on the way Dawn treated us alone: she was kind, accommodating, and always got back to us immediately. This, we realized, is extremely important when planning a big event like a wedding. The last thing you want is stress when it comes to the logistics of the big day. At Speakeasy, you don't have to worry about the little things. You can rest assured they will get back to you right away and ensure all is settled.

    Once we walked into the venue... it was all over. The historic space is beautiful, has charm, and is completely unique. We fell in love with the venue's location in downtown Redlands, which mirrored the look and feel of our own hometown (not to mention it made for fantastic pictures!)

    The open floor plan of the Speakeasy allows you to get creative when it comes to the style of your event, and Dawn and Ariel will do everything they can to make your vision come to life. From the little pastries Ariel brought us when were getting ready in the morning, to support throughout the day and help with cleanup, I really can't thank Dawn and Ariel enough. The Speakeasy staff is wonderful, their preferred vendors are fantastic, and I really can't recommend this venue enough! Thank you to the Speakeasy for playing such a special part in our wedding day!

    Shout to the amazing vendors: Heather Baguyo at Willow Tree Weddings ; SweetPea & Me bakery (those chocolate peanut butter cake shots... ); Jake Duke Rentals (Regina is fantastic); and our guests are still raving about the food by Colette's. 100 % recommend.
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