The Olmsted is a historic reception venue in Louisville, KY, originally built between 1925-27, across 80 acres of beautiful landscape. Owned by the Masterson family, the estate has welcomed many to-be-weds to celebrate their special day in luxury and style every year since 1998. Featuring a red brick exterior with a white column entrance, the house has a museum-like atmosphere that captivates visitors. Couples and guests alike are sure to feel a sense of awe as they walk the marbled hallways, accented with crown moldings and high ceilings.
Arched windows flood the ballrooms with an abundance of natural light, while ornate chandeliers hang from the ceiling and produce a regal effect. The Olmsted derives its name from Frederick Law Olmsted Jr., a renowned landscape architect who followed in his father’s footsteps and carried on the family legacy. Frederick Senior was most known for designing Central Park in New York City and the family received recognition nationwide for their work. The preservation of natural land in urban settings was an essential part of Frederick’s practice, and the design of the estate reflected these principles. Today, the owners of the property are passionate about maintaining the elegance and gourmet catering customs passed down from generation to generation. From seamless event management to beautiful wedding plans, the team understands the importance of this special day. Couples can celebrate in style knowing their vision for a dream wedding is coming to life behind the scenes.
The Olmsted offers all-inclusive wedding reception packages to accommodate to-be-weds planning their big day. Beginning with an in-depth consultation, couples can discuss their ideas and explore different avenues. In-house culinary staff are on-hand to prepare, cook, and serve a gourmet menu on the day that is sure to delight guests. Bar service is also available for the convenience of couples.
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The Olmsted Reviews
Joyce Janczy(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-07-2022 The OImsted was the most perfect wedding venue for us. We worked with Sueanna and Claire for a year and a half to plan the day. Everything turned out to be exactly how I imaged it from the logistics, decor, food, vibes - just perfect! What stood out to me the most was how attentive the staff was on the day of. As the bride, every time I sat down in my chair they pulled my chair out for me, placed a napkin on my lap, and always asked if I needed my drink refilled. My guests were so impressed with the whole space and we were able to flow seamlessly from the ceremony to cocktail hour to a fun reception. Reviewed on 11-11-2022
ELIZABETH BEILMAN(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-11-2021 The Olmsted was really a perfect venue for our wedding. It is convenient for guests to get to and in a central part of the city. Parking is easy for guests who want to drive to and from the reception. The staff was very friendly and easy to work with. The interior aesthetic is beautiful and the different wings allow for dinner to be served in one end with dancing and music in the other. Reviewed on 26-01-2022
Ashley Roberts(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-08-2021 The Olmsted was amazing to work with! With our original date during covid and the restrictions still in place then we had a small ceremony there and just had our reception this year. They worked with us and were very accommodating with the constant change of plans. I couldn't recommend them enough! The food was delicious and everything went smoothly both for the reception and ceremony! Reviewed on 20-08-2021
Natasha Peak(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-11-2019 Such an elegant and gorgeous place to get married and/or have a reception. The Olmsted makes it easy as they include so much more than other vendors plus they have their own catering. The food was good and service was excellent! So glad we had our reception here. Reviewed on 03-12-2019
Tiffany Miller(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-06-2019 We had our reception at the Olmsted a few weeks ago and it did not disappoint! It was beautiful and gave a very classy feel to the reception. I worked mostly with the event coordinator, Jeri, and she was able to capture everything that I ever wanted! She was flexible, quick to respond, and willing to meet whenever I wanted. If you're looking for a wonderful and beautiful venue with amazing food, you've found it! Reviewed on 01-07-2019
Stephanie Burdorf(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-04-2019 I am beyond thrilled with choosing The Olmsted as my reception venue. Jeri and Claire were an absolute pleasure to work with through the whole planning process, and really helped my vision come to life. The venue itself is gorgeous with high ceilings and beautiful chandeliers. The property is beautiful, and our wedding pictures turned out amazing both inside and outside the venue. Our guests raved about how delicious the food was, and how nice and professional the serving staff was. You will not be disappointed if you book your wedding or event here!! Reviewed on 24-04-2019
Ami Callihan(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-03-2019 Jeri, Claire, Sherlon and the rest of the staff at The Olmsted are amazing! We planned our wedding from Colorado and we are so grateful for how flexible and helpful everyone at the Olmsted was in the process. Even from 2000 miles away Jeri and Claire could see my vision and helped me put it into action. And, as would be expected, the food was phenomenal. Trust me, you won’t find all these included services, at this reasonable a price, and delivered with such enthusiasm as you will at The Olmsted. Each staff member we interacted with was friendly, helpful, and provided a personal level of service you don’t regularly enjoy. Thank you, all of you, for a wonderfully perfect wedding experience! Reviewed on 16-04-2019
Alison Bogen(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-10-2018 Jeri and Claire were AMAZING to work with for our wedding!!! I knew I wanted to get married at The Olmsted the movement we pulled up to the building... absolutely beautiful! Jeri and Claire were so easy to work with and were very accommodating (I was planning the wedding from the West Coast). I got so many compliments from guest saying how great the food and venue were, I would recommend The Olmsted to anyone! Thank you so much, Jeri and Claire!! Reviewed on 19-11-2018
Dana Sienkowski(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-10-2018 I cannot say enough about The Olmsted!! Jeri and Claire went ABOVE & BEYOND to make my dreams come true. From the first contact with them to the big day, every email and question was answered in a professional and timely matter. They made sure everything ran smoothly along the process and on my wedding day. They provide everything from napkins to tables to curtains and lights. I would recommend The Olmsted to any and everyone looking for a venue for their wedding!! The grounds were beautiful and all my guests keep talking about how beautiful it was! Reviewed on 02-11-2018
Jeff & Michele Armstrong(professional)5 out of 5 Rating
Clean, beautiful, elegant, and experienced with helping brides get the most out of their wedding day--The Olmsted is one of Louisville's most popular wedding venues and it's no surprise why! -Jeff & Michele Reviewed on 26-10-2018
Caitlin Tudor(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-06-2018 Everything about this venue was perfect for my wedding. Jeri and Claire were a pleasure to work with and made the entire planning process easy and stress-free. I enjoyed how the essentials were included in the price (beautiful space, tables/chairs, linens, catering, etc.), it made it super easy and more of a \"one stop shop\" experience. All of our guests were raving about the food, and the service was IMPECCABLE. All of the servers exceeded our expectations the night of our event. They were gracious, patient, and SO helpful. I could not recommend this venue more for any type of event! Reviewed on 11-07-2018
Marilyn Beatty(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-03-2018 We could not have selected a more perfect place to have our friends and family gather to celebrate our marriage. The Olmsted is classically elegant on it's own. However, I had a dream that our reception would look and feel like \"Southern Classic Elegance\" with the feeling of spring. I wanted color...pinks, green and orange. I wanted gold, and specifically gold pineapples on our tables...I shared my vision with Sueanna and she brought it to life. I was in awe of the beauty and elegance, but especially impressed how she created a feeling of spring and warmth, though it was freezing outside. Sueanna and the entire staff worked tirelessly to make our night special and perfect. The Olmsted staff is superior in service. No one was ever without. My Husband and I were catered to and treated like Royalty. Feedback from our Guests is they were treated the same. The food was exceptionally delicious. We had food stations, and worked with Sueanna to create a menu thatreflected our tastes and personality...Our Guests were impressed. We loved everything about the Olmsted, working with Sueanna, Jeri and Claire. No Vendor worked harder to fulfill our wishes. I wish there were ten stars. Reviewed on 09-04-2018
Ellie Eberly(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 31-12-2017 We could not have been happier with Jeri and her team at the Olmsted. It was the perfect venue for our glitzy NYE wedding and we have had so many compliments about not only how beautiful everything was, but also how smoothly everything went (thanks to the caterers and event staff) and how well everything flowed, from the ceremony, to the cocktail hour, dinner, then the reception. It is the perfect venue for a large wedding crowd! Reviewed on 04-01-2018
Kelsey Teaf(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-10-2017 Although I was so busy that I didn't get to enjoy most of the food/drinks at my wedding, SO many guests have told me it was the best wedding food ever - especially the mini hot brown crostinis and the chicken florentine! I know at my tasting everything was delicious - so I trust them. The bartenders were all so friendly, and we loved having a specialty bourbon bar with top shelf selections. Kristina was so easy to work with, and never tried to push me out of my budget. Definitely recommend going with Mastersons :) Reviewed on 27-10-2017
Holly Hart(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-08-2017 The Olmsted was the perfect choice for our wedding! From start to finish, Jeri and Claire were so pleasant to work with. They were responsive, helpful and accommodating. We planned our wedding from out of state, and Jeri was very flexible and met with us for planning meetings when we were available. The venue is absolutely beautiful, and our guests loved it! The food couldn't have been better. We had several people tell us it was the best catered dinner they've ever had. The service staff the night of our wedding were on top of everything and made everyone feel like they were VIPs. If I had 10 stars, I would give it to The Olmsted! Reviewed on 11-09-2017
Ellie Tonini(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 05-08-2017 The Olmsted is a beautiful venue with a magnificent staff. Jeri and the others did everything in their power to make our wedding the best day ever! Also, the olmsted has so many things included in their pricing so it helps while budgeting! Reviewed on 17-08-2017
brigid c(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-10-2018 we cannot say enough good things about the Olmstead. We have been to numerous weddings and knew this would be a fantastic place to have our wedding(especially a very large wedding!) Everything was top notch,from Jeri and her assistant Claire who make every step easy. To the entire staff who work so hard to make sure your event is special and worry free!We have had nothing but praise from our guests:the greetingt at the door the small lines at the bar,the food service(food was fantastic !)cutting the cake and cleaning up!!A very worry free evening for the bride and Mother of the Bride!(me) Not to mention you will not find a more beautiful venue with lots of easy,free parking.All in all a magical night!! Reviewed on 10-08-2017
Amy Crush(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-07-2017 I could not have imagined a more perfect location for our wedding reception. Even before we knew that we were going to need a large space for a venue, we were confident that we wanted to use The Olmsted. We have been to a few weddings there before and heard nothing but amazing things about the location, the staff, the catering, and Jeri! Jeri helped us along the way and made the process so easy. Even though things came up along the way that changed ours plans, she never seemed put out or bothered by the changes made. She had the goal of making our families happy. I couldnt imagine our day going as perfect as it did without her! Masterson's was flawless. We had plated meals with the choice of chicken or beef and every single guest was served their correct order. We heard so many compliments on the food as well! Everyone from the staff to the bartenders were attentive and provided excellent service. It was so nice to sit back and enjoy the wedding, feeling confident that everything was run smoothly. Reviewed on 07-08-2017
Mackenzie Flynn(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 28-05-2017 The Olmsted was the perfect venue for our May wedding. Jeri and Claire were easy to work with and listened to all our questions and suggestions. The setting was stunning, the food was delicious, and the service was a 10. In fact, guests were commenting on how attentive the staff were. Jeri worked with me on an unusual signature cocktail request that turned out to be a hit. My husband and I even received a care package with samplers of all the appetizers and two pieces of each cake flavor. Reviewed on 21-06-2017
Paige Buckwalter(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-05-2017 I cannot say enough great things about Jeri and her staff at The Olmsted! The space, resources, catering, and staff were absolutely wonderful to work with and made my dream wedding come to life! Reviewed on 09-06-2017
Abbie Boyd(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-05-2017 Masterson's was a great fit for our wedding at the Louisville Palace! The Palace did have an in-house caterer that we decided to use just because it was easy. That was until about a few months before the wedding they cut all ties with this caterer and we were left without anyone to provided food for our wedding. We went to Masterson's and they were able to match all the appetizers and main dish that we had previously had with the old caterer. And what we found out through the tasting was - their food is better. We definitely came out on top going with Masterson's. Their staff set up all the tables beautifully and were able to provided 185 people with salmon at the perfect temperature. We actually had guests question how they were able to achieve that. We highly recommend Masterson's for any wedding! Reviewed on 06-06-2017
Jade Mirchandani(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-05-2017 Kristina at Masterson's was absolutely wonderful!!! She made the catering process so smooth for us. We received numerous compliments on the buffet style food at our reception. Some of the most popular selections were the tender beef carving station, chicken florentine, champagne dill salmon, and saffron rice. Everything was so flavorful and we cannot thank them enough for being so professional while serving our guests. They were very helpful throughout the entire night. I would highly recommend using Masterson's catering!!! Reviewed on 02-06-2017
Gabrielle Salazar(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 15-10-2016 The good: The food was exceptional. We received a lot of compliments about how tasty it was, and the presentation (especially of the dessert bar) was great. We had Masterson's also take care of renting chairs/tents/etc, and that was extremely nice. When a problem arose on the day before, Masterson's and my coordinator took care of it immediately, which I appreciated so much. Everyone I dealt with in the office was nice and honest and committed to providing good service. Service during dinner was good, too (i.e. when I needed a refill, it was taken care of easily/quickly). The bad: While the on-site \"Captain\" was excellent, other staff members were less than pleasant. On a couple of different occasions while guests were present, one staff member yelled obscenities across the yard. This same staff member also spent a LOT of time in our photo booth, which we all found to be a little disrespectful/unprofessional. It was not just the one member who spent time in the photo booth either. Lastly, the staff members wrapped up the rest of the food for themselves without even asking us (the bride/groom) if we wanted any wrapped up. I didn't get to really eat, and so it would have been nice to have a little something for later that night after the wedding. But unfortunately, I was never asked about this, and there was no food left over because it had all been wrapped up to go.Overall: I think the price was fair, the food was excellent, but the service and professionalism of the on-site staff members could have been better. Reviewed on 22-01-2017
Kerri Daly(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-09-2016 I honestly cannot say enough great things about Jeri and the Olmsted staff. Jeri and her team were not only an absolute delight to work with but they walked me through the planning process every step of the way. They were professional, friendly, and super helpful. We received so many compliments from our guests about the atmosphere and the food/bar. Reviewed on 06-12-2016
Suzanne Royden(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-12-2016 The venue itself is just gorgeous and Jeri has been so fabulous to work with- extremely prompt responses and always happy to meet in person. Reviewed on 26-10-2016
Rachel Owen(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-09-2016 Masterson's has been known for being the best in Louisville and they did not disappoint! They were super helpful with all of the questions and changing of the menu multiple times leading up to the big day, and offer free tastings (they let you take all the leftovers home too!) Even with all of the mishaps of the day caused by the venue, Masterson's made sure to accommodate anything I needed changed the minute I asked them. Their staff was polite and so helpful! They made the buffet look so beautiful -- I didn't even know that they did all the decorating on the buffet tables like that until I walked up to get food and it was an awesome touch! Every time I see someone from the wedding they keep commenting on how good and HOT the food was! Even people at the back of the line still had hot food and that was great -- AND they offer late night snacks which was a nice addition to our wedding!! I definitely recommend them to anyone that will ask. Their prices are reasonable and you know that the end product will be delicious! Thanks again for all the help in making my wedding day great! Reviewed on 11-10-2016
Chelsea Crabtree(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-09-2016 Masterson's did a wonderful job at our wedding. The menu was exactly what we were looking for and the food was delicious. They were able to recreate the signature cocktails we had made for us too. They were easy to work with and very flexible accommodating our wants and desires. They also made great suggestions that we didn't even know was possible. Reviewed on 06-10-2016
Rachel Harrison(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-08-2016 We needed a vendor who we could work with remotely for our 08/13/16 wedding who was responsive, met our needs, and had delicious food. All of our guests remarked how delicious their meals were. I was surprised how many empty plates I saw. Reviewed on 04-09-2016
Denise Member(wedding party)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-09-2017 On July 22, 2016, our daughter's reception was at the Olmsted. We could not have been more pleased with Jeri, Donna and the staff and all of their attention to detail. In preparation, Jeri met with us on several occasions to get everything just right for the big day! The venue is beautiful, the food was very good and we would highly recommend it for a wedding reception! Reviewed on 26-07-2016
Kinsey Beninato(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-06-2016 The Olmsted went above and beyond to make our day incredibly special! We are so glad we chose the Olmsted.. they truly take care of so much and allow you and your family to enjoy the day. Reviewed on 29-06-2016
laura joella(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 14-05-2016 Masterson's did an excellent job catering our wedding in May 2016. We had a family style dinner with both a chicken and beef dish. Both were delicious! Everything went smoothly the day of and we highly recommend Masterson's for any event. Reviewed on 04-06-2016
Lindsey Gibson(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-12-2015 Hands down the BEST venue in Louisville, KY. Not only is it a beautiful location (especially with all the new updates!) and the food amazingly tasty, but they also deliver top notch service that make for such a wonderful and enjoyable event. Jeri and Donna were absolutely wonderful to work with & the rest of the staff was top notch as well - they were all so nice and very accommodating. I can't thank The Olmsted enough for such a wonderful wedding reception and I highly recommend them to all soon-to-be brides! Reviewed on 14-02-2016
Ben Wiggins(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-09-2015 I'm so happy we chose Masterson's as our caterer. The food was delicious and we got so many compliments from our guests. They worked with us on vegetarian and dairy-free options and tweaked items to meet our tastes. I highly recommend Masterson's! Reviewed on 22-01-2016
Ginger Louco(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 08-11-2015 Jeri was a true pleasure to work with as we planned our wedding reception at The Olmsted. We had a lot of final week changes and she fixed each thing as they came along. The staff was very professional and friendly at the event. The food was great and the venue is beautiful. You don't have to go crazy decorating this venue, because it is lovely as is. Reviewed on 24-11-2015
Erica Gillespie(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 12-09-2015 Masterson's Catering is as good as it gets. We used them for our rehearsal dinner and our wedding reception. The food is great, even when serving that many people, and they work with you to customize a menu (love Kristina) to suit your tastes and budget. The service both nights was incredible, but particularly at the reception where they went above and beyond, for example, calling my guests by name, and helping clean up spills on the dance floor. Between the staff and the food, hiring Mastersons is a no-brainer. Reviewed on 25-10-2015
Bridget Barden(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-08-2015 We got married in August 2015 at the Olmsted. We had a fantastic experience with every single person we worked with at the Olmsted. We had fabulous food provided by Masterson's catering. Everything turned out perfect! Reviewed on 15-09-2015
Nate Richter(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-08-2015 Food was amazing. Had fried green tomato salad, squash soup, and choice of beef, pork, or salmon. \r\rStaff was extremely friendly and helpful. They made our day much easier by keeping things organized and immediately following up on our requests.\r\rThe building itself is gorgeous especially if you're going for an an antique look. Reviewed on 29-08-2015
Lisa Radcliff(not set)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-07-2017 I could not have asked for a better venue for my reception. Jeri and everyone at the Olmsted helped me during the whole wedding planning process and they more than delivered on my wedding day. Not only is it an exceptional venue, but the food is delicious and the staff is second to none. I am so pleased with my decision to have my reception at The Olmsted and I would recommend it to anyone. Reviewed on 28-07-2015
Emily Bryant(parent)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-04-2016 This place is beautiful!!! Jeri and her staff are wonderful and fun to work with. Our daughter's reception was everything we could imagine and more. The food was delicious and there was plenty! We loved that everything (food, tables and chairs, linens) was all handled right there. Also, you give them your vendor phone numbers and Jeri's staff coordinates the set up. No need for a coordinator, they are it!! But the bottom line is...our guests were treated so well! We had 2 guests that we didn't know were gluten intolerant. They were immediately accommodated. Now that's service! Reviewed on 19-03-2015
Anonymous (bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 26-12-2014 I loved the Olmsted from the moment I drove up...and then walked in the doors! It is a stunning place. It is a beautiful venue. It is simple, yet very elegant and classy. But the more I worked with the staff, the better the Olmsted became. The staff was so accommodating, they were so friendly, and obviously enjoy what they do. You don't have to worry about anything there, because they account for all that's needed. My dress seam popped open right before my wedding, but Jeri (the event coordinator) was there to sew it back up - a priceless talent! I highly recommend the Olmsted. Reviewed on 24-02-2015
Kristi White(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-10-2014 I could not be happier with our decision to use the Olmsted. Jeri and Donna were so pleasant to work with, and made our day extremely stress-free. The food was incredible, and the atmosphere was so elegant. I highly recommend using The Olmsted. Worth every penny!!! Reviewed on 18-11-2014
a member (bride)5 out of 5 Rating
The Olmsted is a truly magical venue for a wedding reception! The staff was so competent helpful and the night was seamless. All of the guests commented on how beautiful and elegant it was. Reviewed on 21-10-2014
Brittany Beck(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-09-2014 Masterson's went above and beyond for our rustic wedding on Nolin Lake, KY. The place settings they provided were gorgeous and the food was spot-on, everyone was so impressed by the presentation and taste. They prepared a 5-star meal in a barn in the woods, making the event seem magical. \r\rHighly, highly recommend if you budget allows it. Reviewed on 23-09-2014
Kelci House(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 31-08-2014 Masterson's was awesome. They were amazing on their response time, kept in touch and were on top of every detail. They arrived early and set everything up exactly how we imagined it and made sure everyone had warm, delicious food. The bar service was a little slow [but our friends can drink a lot, so not particularly their fault]. If you are having around 150 guests, I would recommend at least 3 bartenders, instead of just 2. Overall, amazing and absolutely delicious food! Reviewed on 23-09-2014
Britt Sutton(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 09-08-2014 Working with Masterson's was enjoyable from beginning to end. Their service is top notch and food was delicious. It was a pleasure working with them and they helped with every minor detail. They have a lot of options to choose from and execute it perfectly. It shows that they really care about each individual client. I would highly recommend them! Reviewed on 08-09-2014
Stacy Hoehle(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 31-05-2014 Masterson's provided my bar and catering. Sueanna had great ideas for my southern wedding, and everything was much more affordable than other caterer's. Masterson's even packed a little sandwich plate for us to have before the wedding started/save for afterwards. The staff was so friendly--I think every server came up to me and congratulated me personally. I can't think of having any other caterer at my wedding. Reviewed on 29-07-2014
Courtney Moore(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-04-2014 I would absolutely recommend the Olmsted to anyone! The venue is breath taking. We did not have many decorations as to not take away from the detail of the venue. The staff was amazing to work with and very accommodating. They helped us stay within our budget as far as catering was concerned, the coordinator for the day was available and easy to contact at all times. We loved being able to have everything in the same place: ceremony and reception. The food was absolutely DELICIOUS. We received so many compliments on how good it was and everyone was so impressed with the service. We had a plated dinner and it was very affordable and we loved that they served the meals with smiles and patience. They also had delicious gluten free options, that were a huge hit. \rIt was an amazing experience. I look back on my day with such joy. They made it absolutely perfect. Reviewed on 12-07-2014
Sara Moody(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-06-2014 Mastersons did our June 2014 wedding and we couldn't be happier. Guests really enjoyed the food, and the service was professional and fast. Sueanna worked with our budget and there are so many delicious options! Well respected, reliable company! Reviewed on 30-06-2014
Taryn (bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 31-05-2014 Masterson's provided the food and drinks for our wedding reception and everything was absolutely delicious! Our guests could not stop talking about how delicious the food was! Kristina was our coordinator and she was so awesome to work with and she was very accommodating with my husband and I. She always communicated with us and any time we needed to get in touch with her she was always readily available. Micah was our event captain and the night of the event he made sure everything ran smoothly and his staff was wonderful! We highly recommend them to anyone looking for a caterer for any event. Reviewed on 25-06-2014
Whitney Gowen(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 20-10-2013 The Olmsted is such a beautiful and amazing place to have your wedding at! The event manager is amazing to work with and answered any questions we had promptly! The price is a little much, however you defiantly get what you pay for. Also the food was awesome! Reviewed on 14-11-2013
Morgan Wall(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-10-2013 They were wonderful, professional, and enjoyable. They really did rock it Reviewed on 07-11-2013
Katie Walker(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-09-2013 Food and service was great!! Used them for an outside wedding and food still tasted like it was fresh from the kitchen! Definitely recommend! Reviewed on 24-09-2013
Bethany Stamp(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 03-08-2013 You not just paying for the space, you get so much more. Jeri and Meredith work also as your wedding coordinator. They have vender suggestions, help you will every detail of the menu (you have to use Mastersons, their kitchen is in the back) and help you with a day of itinerary. The location is beautiful and you don't need a lot of extra decoration. Reviewed on 05-09-2013
Caitlin Glaser(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-08-2013 Delicious food, great service, couldn't be happier! Masterson's was great to work with. Well known, established company that is very dependable. Also, as we were leaving the reception, they handed us a bag. They had packed us sandwiches, fruit and cheese to go! I was starving after having not eaten much all day and this was a wonderful surprise. Showed us how much they cared and we had so much fun eating our little picnic at the hotel! Reviewed on 28-08-2013
Katie Austin(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-08-2013 Our venue provided a list of approved vendors and originally we selected a different caterer. After multiple disappointments, we went back to the list and met with Kristina at Masterson's. From the first email, Kristina exuded confidence that she could help make our wedding what we wanted it to be. We gave her a budget and we were able to provide plenty of food and drinks for our guests. The waitstaff at the event was also wonderful! They never missed a beat. Looking back at our original catering selection, it is easy to say you get what you pay for. Thank you Masterson's for helping with our special day! Reviewed on 26-08-2013
Mari Ortiz(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 13-07-2013 Masterson's Catering did a fabulous job at our wedding. The staff was very professional, organize, and polite. The food was really good and the price was reasonable. Kristina Haysley was extremely helpful during the coordinating process and the day of the wedding. This company chilled our beer and wine for us and brought it to the venue. I highly recommend them for any event. Reviewed on 18-08-2013
Maisah Who(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-06-2013 Great food and service Reviewed on 28-07-2013
Kim Niemczyk(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 16-05-2013 The whole staff at The Olmsted does a fantastic job. They host events full time and work with all kinds of parties, so they are able to host weddings with ease. Reviewed on 21-06-2013
Meghan Shafer(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-11-2012 The olmsted was the best decision I ever made. The staff is amazing and my wedding day was perfect thanks to them. Reviewed on 04-12-2012
Annie Grantz(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 06-10-2012 We chose Masterson's overall because of the price and the food. We had a very large wedding so price was key. The food was fabulous, always nervous about chicken on a buffet but it was delicious!! \r\rService was a little questionable at points. There were some communication errors (appetizers and drinks were supposed to be at wedding party table but weren't, they also served our small cake that we cut from our dessert table) that could have been our wedding planners fault and not theirs. \r\rThere were a few staff members that seemed to be having too good of a time and even a few asked to take home beer and liquor (we bought our own alcohol) which I felt was inappropriate.\r\rSurprise: They provided us with two boxed sandwiches and sides to take home after the reception (very nice late night snack). Overall I would choose them again, maybe just monitor some of that communication earlier on in the process. Reviewed on 05-11-2012
Morgan South(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 29-09-2012 Masterson's was with a doubt the best choice we made. Not only did they bring great food, but they had a great waitstaff, it included linens and they set and torn down everything at no extra cost. The reception was beautiful. They were extremely accomodating to what I wanted and I couldn't have been more pleased. Reviewed on 25-10-2012
morgan young(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-08-2012 The food was fantastic, plenty of waiters passing appetizers and clearing plates and cups during dinner, packed up all the extra food for us to take home. Reviewed on 17-09-2012
Kate Beer(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-08-2012 Brenda, Geri, and the entire team at The Olmsted were amazing! They took care of literally everything and made my wedding reception everything I'd always wanted! Reviewed on 03-09-2012
Sarah Cecil(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 19-05-2012 they had the reception venue set beautifully for our guests. and the buffet was far more delicious than anything we even sampled during our tastings! Reviewed on 24-06-2012
Erin Ash(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 18-05-2012 They take care of all of the details for you, no wedding planner necessary! Reviewed on 04-06-2012
Jacqualyn Schamel(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 07-04-2012 The staff at The Olmsted did an amazing job with our wedding. When we started looking for venues; I really wanted someplace that did everything. I did not want to have to worry about set-up/clean-up, rentals, serving staff, etc. The Olmsted delivered on every point. With them we did not have to worry about anything. We showed up, enjoyed ourselves and then left. The staff was incredible. The food was so delicious. The building itself is beautiful and I fell in love with it.\rThis was by far the best choice we made for our wedding. Our families are still raving about how great everything was. Brenda and her staff really are some of the best in Louisville. Reviewed on 22-05-2012
Katie Kleier(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 27-08-2011 Ever since my senior prom was at the Olmsted, I knew I wanted to have my wedding reception there. It was the only place we visited before booking our date. The only thing that I was nervous about was the lighting, considering that we had a day wedding in late August and I wanted to be dancing in the dark. The dance floor was in the middle foyer area and it was perfect. It seriously was everything I had dreamed of and the lighting worked out. Everything was so smooth and beautiful. Reviewed on 01-11-2011
Chas Krish(groom)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-09-2011 Although they are slightly pricey, I would say it worked out well in the end. The food was just as we imagined it would be and everybody there loved it. The staff was very helpful and promptly cleaned up after themselves. They made sure they helped accommodate our our overall scheme and they did it well. You wont be disappointed. Reviewed on 13-10-2011
Carcyle Rochester(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-07-2011 Everything was picture perfect at this venue! The director was excellent and available to answer questions from the first day until the day before the wedding. The staff on the day of was excellent and delivered the best service ever! It was much more than I imagined. Reviewed on 03-09-2011
Christina Morrison(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-07-2011 We have nothing but great things to say about Mastersons. They catered both our rehearsal dinner and our reception, and the food, service, and decor were fantastic. They have an extremely wide variety of options to suit anyone! Reviewed on 28-08-2011
Allison Lyle(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 23-07-2011 The Olmsted is absolutely beautiful and a great place for a wedding. The food was amazing, we had plenty of space for 230+ guests, and everything went very smoothly. We even got money back when we didn't need as many soft drinks, etc. The price tag was a little steep, but since everything was taken care of and we felt like guests at our own wedding, it was well worth it, especially since we did get back the excess money. Reviewed on 28-08-2011
Cecilia Weihe(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-07-2011 The Olmsted gives you a worry-free, stress-free wedding. I couldn't say more wonderful things about the staff, the beauty of the venue, and the meaning if had for our big day! Reviewed on 21-08-2011
felisa javier(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 02-07-2011 You couldn't ask for a better place than the Olmsted if you are looking for a beautiful, unique location with staff who go out of their way to make the experience perfect. Brenda Bush is great and they definitely proved why they win the Best of Louisville award over and over again. Reviewed on 14-08-2011
Amy Sydnor(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 11-06-2011 The food was great, unfortunately, we didn't get any of our own appetizers. They were that good. The waitstaff was fabulous. Even though our bar was done through our event space, the waitstaff for our table went and got drinks for us because we were rushing to eat to make the rounds. They include all the table linens, flatware, dishes, and glasses with their service fee. It cuts down on the number of vendors you have to use and they have lots of options. Very easy to work with. Reviewed on 08-07-2011
Diana Kurtz(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 17-06-2011 The Olmsted was spectacular. We were more than pleased with the outcome. The food was perfect and so was the service. Reviewed on 05-07-2011
Jenny Lane(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 21-05-2011 The Masterson's family was beyond helpful from the first moment we reached out to them. They went out of their way to make sure my husband and I did not worry about a single thing. Our food was casual southern fare and incredibly delicious. Their staff at the event was unobtrusive, helpful and always willing to help out with any request. They even kept the bar open for extra time without charging us extra. I wouldn't use any other caterer in Louisville. Reviewed on 08-06-2011
Ashley White(bride)4 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 30-12-2010 The day of the wedding the staff was wonderful. Food was great and when the bar ran out of one type of beer they quickly replaced it. The groom and I, and our parents, were well looked after. However working with Brenda, their coordinator, leading up to the event was somewhat frustrating. On more than one occassion she would not return phone calls and emails blaming her computer and the email system. When she did return calls it took her about a week minimum. Do not expect prompt communication and you won't have any issues. Day of everything was beautiful. Reviewed on 25-01-2011
Erica Stewart(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-10-2010 We had both our ceremony and our reception at The Olmsted. It is located in a park like setting. The Olmsted is a FABULOUS location for a beautiful and worry-free wedding. The staff at The Olmsted was professional and attentive to all of our needs! We even has someone on the wait staff that took care of only my hubby and me! Brenda Bush is a knowledge, sweet, and flexible coordinator. By the end of our planning, I completely trusted her judgement! The Olmsted did not nickel & dime us. All the decorations in the building we were able to use in our wedding. I would recommend this place to anyone! Reviewed on 01-11-2010
Gwen Riley(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 25-06-2010 Brenda Bush, wedding cordinator, is very easy to work with. The space is huge and food is quality. Guests all commented to us how great the venue was after the reception. Reviewed on 09-08-2010
Melanie Hubbs(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 10-04-2010 They did such a WONDERFUL job from everything from the planning of the menu to the food tasting and to room setup. I didn't have to worry about ANYTHING! They also have a special person assigned to the Bride and Groom that gives you instructions on how to cut the cake and how to loop your arms for the toast. Just the little things that made such a HUGE difference. Couldn't recommend a better place! Reviewed on 09-08-2010
TIFFANY KELLY(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 24-05-2008
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Gale Vandivier(bride)5 out of 5 Rating Wedding Date 22-06-2008 beautiful space lovely windows marble Reviewed on 21-09-2008