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Greenbriar Inn

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(135)best-of-weddings

8735 N Foothills Hwy, Boulder, CO

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About This Vendor

A historic treasure nestled in the foothills.

A culinary experience beyond comparison! Seasonal American cuisine is served by a professional restaurant staff in an elegant antique setting just north of Boulder on 20 acres of pristine hillside. Parties of 10-300 enjoy easy planning, ceremonies on three garden lawns, and dancing til midnight.

Amenities + Details

Covered Outdoors Space
Dressing Room
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Outdoor Event Space
Reception Area
Wireless Internet
Liability Insurance
On-Site Accommodations
Ceremony Types
Commitment Ceremony, Elopement, Interfaith Ceremony, Non-Religious Ceremony, Religious Ceremony, Same Sex Ceremony, Second Wedding , Vow Renewal Ceremony
Guest Capacity
Up to 300
Settings
Historic Venue, Mountain, Park, Restaurant, Tented
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks, Cakes & Desserts, Food & Catering, Planning, Rentals & Equipment, Tents, Service Staff
Awards and Affiliations
Hall of Fame2021 Best of Weddings Winner2020 Best of Weddings Winner2019 Best of Weddings Winner2018 Best of Weddings Winner2017 Best of Weddings Winner2016 Best of Weddings Winner2015 Best of Weddings Winner2012 Best of Weddings Winner2009 Best of Weddings Winner2008 Best of Weddings Winner

Greenbriar Inn Reviews

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Reviewed On 10/22/2020 by Chris W
From start to finish we had a wonderful time with the GreenBriar and their brilliant point person, Kathi Jo. Thoroughly professional. We signed a contract before COVID for 100 guests, but they kindly waived it, and we ended up with a very sma...
ll and intimate event. We can't thank them enough for being so understanding. Our wedding was small but it was still amazing. The food, drink and service were all outstanding. The location is also delightful, with the perfect spot for portraits by a little pond and waterfall. An excellent venue whether you have 12 or 200 guests.
Reviewed On 2/26/2021 by Holly R
The Greenbriar is an amazing venue! The have a beautiful property and was absolutely perfect for our fall Wedding! The service coordinator was extremely professional and did an amazing job from responding to our inquires to seeing that our day ...
was special and perfect. The food and service at our reception were excellent and the cake (Almond Jaconde) was the best cake hands down! I highly recommend this venue. For reference our wedding included 10 guest with a private dinner following the ceremony.
Reviewed On 1/03/2021 by Jenny S
Our wedding day was full of changes- first covid changing who could be there, then the Colorado weather decided to send a windstorm (and so we had to move indoors). Through everything, they rolled with it and found a way to make everything incr...
edibly special. I can’t say enough about how wonderful they made our day!
Response from the Vendor on 01/04/2021
Hello Jenny and Ian, Thank you so much for your review. It was a breeze to make your day amazing. No pun intended ;) With all your wonderful decorations you brought the outside feeling into the space even down to the beautiful aspen frosted c...
ake. The Sunroom had so much natural light would of never guessed it was inside! Take care and best wishes! ~Kathi Jo
Reviewed On 10/26/2020 by Haley H
The staff at Greenbriar Inn were very accommodating and helpful despite our changing COVID ceremony plans. The ceremony went off without a hitch!
Reviewed On 10/21/2020 by Ian F
Communication around spaces and cost was confusion at first but location and even was stunning. Highly recommend.
Reviewed On 10/20/2020 by Cynthia H
The Greenbriar Inn is the perfect place for your special day! My daughter and son-in-law were married at The Greenbriar Inn in June 2020. The owners and staff made the entire day so beautiful. We felt so very pampered! We couldn’t have ch...
osen a better venue to have this celebration! They made everything special! They are professional and caring and took care of all our requests, no matter how big or small. The outdoor area is so pretty, making for stunning photos with the foothills as the backdrop. Photos at the large water feature were all so amazing! The Greenbriar Inn has a long history of serving fabulous wines and five star meals. Our dinner was all that and more. The cake was beautiful and deliciously decadent! Our family and friends had such a lovely time! Start to finish, I am so grateful for the help with planning, the caring for all our details and for everyone there making these fabulous memories for us!
Reviewed On 10/20/2020 by Colleen L
We had a small wedding at RMNP and had our reception at the Greenbriar Inn after. I LOVE the food at this place. Service was wonderful too. I had a couple of special requests for my family and felt very taken care of. They also did an amazing j...
ob of seating our whole party outside for maximum COVID precautions. We picked out appetizers, wines and let our guests pick their own salads and main courses. Every single person thought the food was spectacular. I was hearing all about it for weeks. They also did a great job on our wedding cake- I was dreaming of the Berry Chantilly Cake that I've seen at 1,000 weddings and the cake Greenbriar made us was perfect!
Reviewed On 10/19/2020 by Stephanie E
The Greenbriar Inn is set in a beautiful location and staffed with top notch people. The event coordinator Kathy Jo was a super star on the day of our wedding. The communication leading up to the event could have been clearer and more prompt in...
some aspects but overall I am very impressed with the professionalism of all of the staff. Special shout out to Valorie the best waiter ever, she helped take special care of the wedding party and make the dinner as smooth could be. The food was delicious top to bottom; one guest even commented that every single appetizer was amazing where usually one or two are just so-so. They were great at accommodation of food allergies without compromising quality. The Greenbriar is experienced at making sure your event comes out beautifully. I would definitely recommend The Greenbriar Inn for your wedding or special event. Thanks for making my day special GBI!
Reviewed On 10/19/2020 by Rebecca C
The Greenbriar Inn was a gorgeous venue for my daughter's wedding ceremony and reception. The grounds and landscaping are wonderfully maintained and the outdoor pictures from the ceremony look like a work of art. The food is absolutely exquis...
ite and is a wonderful experience for the guests attending. Kathi Jo was patient and helpful through the entire process, especially as we navigated new territory with Covid. I highly recommend this venue.
Reviewed On 8/06/2020 by Jessica M
The Greenbriar was the absolute best!!! They helped us organize and get through a Covid wedding safe and still made it the most special day! Everything was absolutely perfect and Kathi Jo was amazing!!
Reviewed On 12/19/2019 by Kelsey O
We got married at the Greenbriar Inn in July 2018. Our wedding was beautiful, and the grounds were perfect. We were both nervous about booking a venue since we were planning our wedding from Kentucky. I am so glad that we decided on the Greenbr...
iar! Kathy Jo was great to work with and having catering, ceremony, reception, and the cake all at the Greenbriar made planning our wedding from afar that much easier. The view from the ceremony location is beautiful and makes for great photos. I can't wait to come back and visit our wedding venue again for dinner. Pro tip: Book your wedding on a Monday if you can for the most privacy since the restaurant is closed. :)
Reviewed On 11/12/2019 by Richard G
Review of The Greenbriar Inn Wedding Ceremony and Reception for Lindsay Guber & Alex Joseph October 12, 2019 Our daughter and son-in-law were married at The Greenbriar Inn on October 12, 2019. Lindsay and Alex worked closely for months with T...
he Greenbriar’s wedding coordinator, Kathi Jo Betsinger. It snowed on the Thursday leading up to the wedding, and we were concerned about Saturday’s outdoor ceremony. As it turned out, it was a picture perfect (warm) afternoon. This was my first introduction to the meticulous attention being paid to the entire wedding day by the Greenbriar staff. They prepared the open lawn area into a beautiful setting where the ceremony was held. Every detail was attended to, as well as dealing with the normal nerves accompanying such a momentous event. I have to say the ceremony was the most beautiful one my family and I had ever seen. The Greenbriar’s backdrop of the mountains, clean crisp air , and sunshine all contributed to a spectacular and memorable wedding. The ceremony was followed by a cocktail hour on the Greenbriar’s outdoor porch. Once again, no detail was left to chance. Gas heaters were brought out as the sun began to set and temperatures dropped. The hand passed hor d’oeuvres were delicious, and just the right amount for our guests. Once again, Kathi Jo’s recommendations were spot on. The reception dinner was also excellent. Valerie, the event’s manger, ensured that every detail beginning with the salad, to the entrees and desserts, and of course the wedding cake, were closely managed. No request of ours was too small, and the entire day exceeded our expectations. Once again, a big Thank You to Kathi Jo, Valerie, and their entire staff. I would highly recommend the Greenbriar for a wedding venue. The setting, excellent cuisine, and accommodating staff all created a truly memorable event . Richard Guber (Father of the Bride) & Family.
Reviewed On 11/02/2019 by Kristy W
Absolutely fantastic! We loved every moment of our wedding at the Greenbriar Inn. Everything was perfectly planned and set up, the food was amazing and the waiters were very accommodating and helped out wherever possible. Kathi Jo was there fo...
r us throughout the night. I would suggest this place to anyone looking for an event venue! You can be confident in that your event will run smooth and you and your guests will have a wonderful time.
Reviewed On 11/01/2019 by Tom & Pam F
Wow, what a wedding our daughter and our new son-in-law had at the Greenbrier Inn this past October 19, 2019. The management, the venue, and the weather were truly outstanding . We are very happy and satisfied with the results. My daughter tol...
d us that she had her "dream wedding." About 120 guests attended the outdoor wedding and the reception took place inside. We had thought about renting the entire complex for her special day but it was not recommended by management. Not renting the top floor proved to be a practical financial decision and we had no problems at all. I would highly recommend taking the advice of the experts at the Greenbrier Inn.
Reviewed On 10/30/2019 by Maddy B
My husband and I were so happy we chose The Greenbriar for our reception. It was intimate and beautiful and we couldn't have been more pleased. The food and drinks were delicious, although the one complaint I did hear from a lot of guests was h...
ow expensive the bar was. We are from out of state so it was VERY difficult to plan the whole wedding not knowing how it would turn out when we were 600 miles away. It was set up beautifully and I think Kathy Jo did an excellent job of communicating with me and answering all my questions. It was everything I could've asked for, she got my vision just right! The one downside that I wasn't a fan of was the fact that the restaurant part was still open during our reception, which it wasn't very busy inside anyways but it was definitely unexpected when we got there. It still turned out wonderful & All in all I would choose them again! I wish I could relive the wedding day over and over again.
Reviewed On 10/27/2019 by Pam S
Kathy Jo and the rest of the Greenbriar Inn staff were great to work with. They greeted my daughter and her fiance warmly and immediately put them at ease. They continued their helpful service throughout the wedding planning process. The weddin...
g day was beautiful and so well organized. The venue is gorgeous and the food was delicious!
Reviewed On 10/26/2019 by cheyenne k
To all the staff at the Greenbriar Inn, we cannot thank you enough for helping to make our wedding day the best day of our lives! We’ve been in contact since February 2019 and any problems we had, any email sent, any request asked, you were ab...
solutely fantastic at getting back to us and providing us with upmost service. It was so lovely to see it all come together on Friday, the venue is magnificent, the food was perfect and the staff were nothing but amazing to deal with! Even the two cakes they made us where fantastic, made our traditional cake and then the Napoleon Russian cake for my husband. Honestly, I would have no hesitation in telling anyone planning their wedding to book The Greenbriar Inn for their venue. You are a special bunch of people and we hope to see you in the new year and visit again.
Reviewed On 10/25/2019 by Andrew L
Joanie and I decided to get married under pretty special circumstances. It was the second marriage for both of us and it really meant a lot for both of us to get everything right, starting with our nuptials. We were able to get our four child...
ren to fly in from all corners of the globe, Joanie's 90+ year old parents were there, and we assembled a small but lovely guest list to help us celebrate. We could not have picked a better place than the Greenbriar Inn to host what became a magical event. Our 'theme' for our wedding was that everything must be classy, elegant and sacred. We conveyed this to all there, including the staff, and everyone contributed to achieving our goal. The garden was a perfect place for our ceremony (even the flowers bloomed!), the grounds wonderful for photography, and the dining experience was outstanding, from appetizers to desert. Additionally, I thought the wait staff was particularly attentive to our entire wedding party, contributing to what became a joyous, memorable event for not only Joanie and me, but for all of our honored guests. Maybe this doesn't happen all the time, but honestly, our wedding was perfect. Thanks Kathi Jo and your great staff. See you on our anniversary.
Reviewed On 10/23/2019 by Daver V
The Greenbrian Inn is a wonderful venue, with beautiful views and decor, and amazing food! The staff was attentive to all our needs and the needs of our guests. The team we worked with to organize the menu, day of timeline, and layout were inc...
redibly knowledgeable and helpful! I highly recommend booking your event here!
Reviewed On 10/23/2019 by Pamela M
We had an amazing wedding at the Greenbriar. Thanks to Kathi Jo & Emma for all their help.
Reviewed On 10/23/2019 by Kristina M
The Greenbriar Inn and Kathie Jo made this a "Once in a Life Time" experience... for all of us! Everything was amazing from the venue, to the team, to the food, the service, the organization of the day, the coordinating of the day, the tender l...
oving care offered from the start of this adventure many months ago, to the final goodnight. This single mother could not have given her daughter and new son-in-law this amazing day without Kathie Jo and The Greenbriar Inn! My sincere and heartfelt Thank You!
Reviewed On 10/23/2019 by Lauren R
We absolutely loved our wedding at the Greenbriar Inn! I'll start by saying that everything was perfect--the Greenbriar is cozy and intimate, the food is delicious and Kathi Jo does everything in her power to make your event exactly what you d...
ream of. Our wedding day was a rare, cold and rainy June day in Colorado--a fact that bummed us out quite a bit because we had planned on using the Greenbriar's amazing outdoor spaces for our ceremony and cocktail hour. Kathi Jo was intent on making our outdoor ceremony a reality and after watching the satellite and minute cast all afternoon, we decided to capitalize on a 30 minute break in the weather. We had our ceremony in the Greenbriar's lush garden that was in full bloom and despite a couple drops here and there, our mostly-dry guests all made it inside for the cocktail hour before the downpour. The day went off without a hitch, and I couldn't be more grateful to Kathi Jo and her team for making it so special!
Reviewed On 10/23/2019 by Chelsea G
I would recommend the Greenbriar Inn a thousand times over to any couple looking to get married. We had our wedding at the Greenbriar this past September 2019 and it was everything we could have imagined. We had both our ceremony and reception ...
there and the grounds and backdrop were absolutely STUNNING with the foothills right behind - made for REALLY amazing photo ops. A majority of our guests flew in from out of state and we received comments the entire night on how amazing and unique the venue was - unlike any other wedding anyone has ever been too. The South Lawn where the cocktail hour was BEAUTIFUL. We had plenty of room for a bar, hors d'oeuvres station, a photobooth and tables and chairs for our guests. The inside for both dinner and dancing was perfect for our 120 guests and allowed us to opt out of the typical hotel banquet hall and show our guests a really great mountain vibe. We worked with Kathi Jo throughout the planning process who was extremely helpful and knowledgeable in helping us pick our food & drinks, had a lot of great vendor recommendations right down to small details such as decor, etc. On the day of, she worked seamlessly with our vendors to make sure everything was set up how we wanted without us having to worry about a thing. All we had to do was simply drop off our decor the night before and she and our vendor team took care of literally EVERYTHING else. We didn't hire a wedding coordinator because Kathi Jo said she had everything taken care of and she delivered. Kathi Jo followed our day of timeline to a T so we wouldn't have to worry about anything. As the bride and groom, we had our own personal wait staff to make sure we were eating, getting drinks in a timely manner and overall making sure we were happy. When we sat at our head table, we both even had a small plate of hors d'oeuvres from the cocktail hour in case we didn't get a chance to eat them! Our guests loved interacting with the staff throughout the reception and said they were so accommodating, sweet and fun! On top of everything, the food was ABSOLUTELY amazing (which was very important to us) and the drinks were top notch. Overall, the entire experience was absolutely perfect and I truly cannot say anything did not go as expected once. Their team helped make sure everything was executed perfectly and I would recommend them to any bride in Colorado looking for great service, great food & drinks, and great affordability for what you get!
Reviewed On 10/23/2019 by Janae H
We had such a romantic wedding. The food was 5 star, and so was the venue. Everyone on both sides of the Isle agreed on 2 things - that the venue and wedding was pefect, and that Kathy Jo was the reason behind the wedding success. She is a pro...
fessional of the high caliber and kept everything moving. When it is your big day and you are nervous and dealing with 20 things at once it is impossible to manage every detail and event. Luckily Kathy Jo was there for every minute of it keeping things running smooth She is super experienced and knows how things work and it was her guiding hand that pulled it off. Honestly without her there would have been tons of issues but thanks to her the wedding went off perfect. I know I am really going on here but it was impressive. She was always there for every single little thing but was never intrusive. Every single time a little thing came up she was immediately on it- it was something to behold In addition the venue was awesome. Everyone loved the food and the cake and it looked amazing. The view is scenic an romantic without being gosh or cheesy. The price is fair (it's a wedding after all, nothing is cheap in a wedding) but for what you get it is worth every penny. You could spend a whole lot more and get a whole let less. Oh and the entire staff was awesome too. The bartender was great- professional and quick and very friendly. The wait staff was also very professional and kind. Even the manager and the set up crew were awesome. Honest to god there was not one weak link or problem anywhere and that is more than I could ask for.
Reviewed On 10/22/2019 by Tyler B
We had the most perfect wedding ever at the Greenbriar and a huge reason why was Kathi Jo and her amazing staff. Throughout the entire day, they were making sure not only us but all of our guests were taken care of and had everything they neede...
d. We had multiple friends and family come to us and compliment how nice the staff was. We gave 4 choices of food and every single one was a hit, they knocked it out of the park. We did not hire a wedding coordinator because Kathi Jo told us she could handle the job as well as making sure everything goes as planned and we could not have been happier with our choice. Thank you Greenbriar Inn for making our special day perfect and we will continue to visit for dinner and brunch for the rest of our lives. This place is EVERYTHING!
Reviewed On 9/15/2019 by Frankee R
We had a small elopement (total 10 guests) and looked all over the Boulder area for a place to accommodate a private party for such a small group. After what proved to be a very challenging search, we finally stumbled upon the greenbriar and we...
are so glad we did. From the very beginning Kathi Jo was very attentive, reassuring us that they had a perfect space for us to have a private dinner with our small group. The communication from day one was always great. The day our of celebration dinner was absolutely perfect. The property itself is very beautiful and well maintained, and then the private room where we all were was warm and quaint. They had us gathered around a large square table which made for a perfect family dinner vibe which was exactly what we were going for. Joe as our personal waiter was the best experience. He quickly picked up on our family's sense of humor and had us laughing all night. We had our wedding cake made on premises, and that, along with all of the food (and wine) was absolutely delicious...I cant say enough. Even though we were a small group, we felt just as important as a wedding of 200.
Reviewed On 9/13/2019 by Mary M
Gorgeous venue, all-inclusive, excellent food, great service, and all-around magical! We are beyond happy that we chose to have our wedding at The Greenbriar Inn!
Reviewed On 6/28/2019 by Nora S
My husband and I chose the Greenbriar Inn because it felt intimate and familiar, has beautiful grounds (we knew we wanted to have an outdoor ceremony), and it didn't feel like a corporate venue. We worked with Kathi Jo to plan our wedding. She ...
was easy to communicate with and responsive. The week leading up to our wedding was rainy, but Kathi Jo had multiple ceremony options in case things didn't clear up -- though ultimately the sun came out and we were able to have our ceremony outdoors where we had originally planned! The food was excellent, and the chef even made our favorite dessert that was not on the menu. So many of our family and friends complimented us on the venue, they loved that it was a restaurant and they loved the food! Kathi Jo has a great team who were so friendly and worked so hard the day of. We couldn't be happier with our choice of venue and can't wait to go back and visit for a meal.
Reviewed On 11/16/2018 by Sally H
Our son was married in September 2018. The rehearsal dinner was in the Sun Room and South Lawn. It was simply beautiful. The staff (Jet and all) worked so hard for us and attended to every need. They were all very knowledgeable about wine a...
nd helped us in making the most affordable and perfect choices for our group. The most wonderful comment made was from the Bride's father... "This is over the top". The Bride's mom and dad worked so hard on the wedding and we really wanted to honor them all with a beautiful, memorable, wonderful rehearsal dinner. Mission accomplished with the beautiful Greenbriar Inn!
Reviewed On 11/11/2018 by Janet R
Our daughter's wedding took place at the Greenbriar Inn in July, 2018. I was skeptical of making good choices since we live in Virginia. Kathi Joe led us through the process with grace and kindness. She was easy to work and made the wedding ...
day flow with ease. The atmosphere was exactly what we envisioned . The food was the best that we have ever eaten at a wedding!!! And I am a foodie!! We have very fond memories of the wedding and could not have been happier.
Reviewed On 10/30/2018 by Franny R
When my husband and I began our search for a site for our wedding, we quickly learned that we also wanted to be able to enjoy the process of wedding planning. The Greenbriar Inn has so many pieces of a wedding day already covered including amaz...
ing food (much of it harvested from their own gardens), specialty drinks, beautiful grounds for an outdoor ceremony, two shaded patios for cocktail hour and a delightful antique-looking indoor reception hall with room for both dancing and conversations in dark corners. Our dietary needs were no hassle at all for their kitchen. They cover your cake as well and ours was so delectable. We still get compliments on our food and drink that day. The sun room accommodated our DJ and photo booth and still had room for dancing. They also have a wedding coordinator to help with planning details prior to and all through the day of your wedding. Lastly, the staff at the Greenbriar has clearly been working together some time and was so well coordinated on the day of our wedding. They made it so easy to point, make decisions and see everything on our day come together beautifully!
Reviewed On 10/28/2018 by Jody O
Greenbrier staff was so attentive to all the details of our wedding. Everyone loved the food, and the cake was fabulous. Thank you to Kathy Joe in the entire team!!!
Reviewed On 10/27/2018 by Karen C
We had our wedding at the Green Briar Inn followed by their Champagne Brunch, it was fantastic! Phil, Emma and their Team made sure all of the details were taken care of, for our special day. It was a beautiful setting, along with a 5 star br...
unch! After the wedding all of our guests raved about how wonderful the Green Briar Inn was and that the food was fabulous. We would highly recommend the Green Briar Inn, if you are looking for a very special place to have your wedding.
Reviewed On 10/18/2018 by Jen D
Kathi Jo was amazing from start to finish. Every time I started feeling a bit overwhelmed with all the details- Kathi Jo calmed us. We had the most amazing evening and the staff was phenomenal. We look forward to future anniversaries at The ...
Greenbriar Inn!
Reviewed On 10/15/2018 by Lindsay M
So let’s just say we feel SO so super lucky to have stumbled upon this gem of a venue!!! Eric proposed on Christmas Eve 2017, and knowing we wanted a wedding in the summer of 2018 already put us behind the curve on wedding planning. I wanted to...
elope in the mountains and my groom was from the south and wanted a wedding...... so we decided to meet halfway and do a small ceremony and reception with our immediate family and closest friends. We spent our two layovers (got super delayed and rerouted on the way home) looking for venues, and my now hubby found The Greenbriar. We both wanted a Mountain View, an uncommecialized backdrop, and a place with cozy character to have our intimate ceremony at. Since both our families are from out of town, this place seemed like the perfect fit! How lucky are we Kathi Jo responded so quickly and we were touring it a few days later!! She was so amazing, super helpful and not pushy, and really listened to what we wanted and helped us picture realistically what our dream wedding would look like! That day touring the icicle-covered winter wonderland (a storm had just blown through) won us over, but I couldn’t even have imagined how gorgeous it would look on our wedding day!!! Seriously, so beautiful. Their groundskeeper was amazing and the south lawn where we had our cocktail hour looked like a secret garden. Our guests absolutely loved the breathtaking view for our ceremony on the cabin lawn, and the sun hid partially behind the clouds making the mountains look simply amazing. I honestly couldn’t have pictured a better backdrop walking down the aisle to marry the love of my life! Kathy jo made the entire process so easy, and kept in touch with my in the months of planning answering all my crazy questions and making sure everything was just exactly how I wanted it! The food was to DIE for, seriously. SO. GOOD. And they accommodated us last minute by moving some tables because I decided to do our first dance when we were announced into the reception. The staff was amazing. The waiters were so on top of everything! Thank you Kathi Jo and the staff at The Greenbriar Inn, you made our wedding day simply the most perfect truly amazing day- and I can’t think of anything I would change about it. How great is that? I can’t wait to visit on our anniversary next year!!
Reviewed On 10/12/2018 by Kirsten F
The best decision we made - aside from getting married - was to have our wedding ceremony and reception at The Greenbriar Inn. It is beautifully set in the Boulder foothills, so the views are amazing, and the "inn" is quaint, rustic, and romant...
ic. The food for the reception was absolutely delicious, especially the pies we chose for dessert (instead of cake). So many of our guests raved about the venue and ask how we had found it. It is truly a gem. Most importantly, though, the staff went above and beyond. Kathi Jo was easy to work with before the wedding during the planning process, and especially the day of the wedding, making sure everything went flawlessly. The staff the day of were so thoughtful, attentive of the details, and made us feel so very special on our happiest day. We cannot thank them enough for helping make our wedding day perfect!
Reviewed On 10/01/2018 by Emily P
From the moment we (happy couple and their mothers) arrived to learn about the Greenbriar Inn's wedding services, we were made to feel welcome and at ease. Kathi Jo and the rest of the staff were amazing. The setting was beautiful, the food a...
nd drinks delicious. It all went seamlessly, and everyone had a great time. So glad my daughter-in-law choose the Greenbriar Inn. We'll be back for dinner or brunch whenever we're in Boulder.
Reviewed On 9/30/2018 by Mike E
We held our wedding reception at the Greenbriar, hosting approximately 45 guests. Here's a quick summary of our experience: THE EXCELLENT: - The Greenbriar staff. Always helpful, always friendly and welcoming -- just easy to work with. Mana...
gers & sales staff guided us through the event planning process and made our job super easy. Waitstaff was ever-attentive and went out their way to take the burden of ensuring guests had a great evening off of us. - The venue. It couldn't have been better. We rented out the sunroom and garden-patio area, which had plenty of space for guests, was warm and inviting, and highlighted the Greenbriar's old-world charm and its beautiful setting against the foothills. - The food. With one exception (below), the food was excellent. The Greenbriar prides itself in the talents of its chefs, and it shows. Wonderful blends of flavor, texture, and presentation. THE ONLY LESS-GOOD: - The NY strip steak. A small few of our steaks -- notably ours, which was good -- were full of gristle and were difficult to cut. Flavor was great once you got there, though...
Reviewed On 9/16/2018 by Char L
CHARMING AND IMPECCABLE! Celebrated my wedding at Greenbriar Inn with Champagne Brunch. What a perfect day, everything was flawless and seamless! Kathi Jo is absolutely incredible, so caring and genuine and is a true gem. The owners and staff a...
re so welcoming and sweet, they made us feel like we were the only guests in-house! Food was spectacular, their Sunday Brunch has a great variety and wonderful presentation! I fell in love with the property, the service was top-notch, and I can't say enough good things about Kathi Jo. Already looking forward to going back and celebrating my anniversary!
Reviewed On 9/11/2018 by Sarah G
My husband and I had our wedding (ceremony and reception) at Greenbriar in August, and it was just perfect. The Greenbriar is a fantastic venue all around. First of all, the setting is beautiful and the grounds are stunning. We took all of our ...
photos there (first-look/pre-ceremony, wedding party, family, and some “golden hour” photos) and they look like we traipsed around to a variety of stunning locations, because the grounds offer such diversity of scenery—wild meadows, manicured lawns, ponds, and a variety of trees (pines as well as leafy trees). Second, the restaurant itself is so quaint, cozy, and romantic—not to mention the food is incredible, the wine list is impressive, and the well liquor is very solid (shout out to the tequila shots I took!). Also, I have to mention how amazing our cake was, because it was actually one of the best cakes I’ve ever had—whoever said wedding cakes are always dry and tasteless has not had a cake from the Greenbriar. Getting back to the venue itself, I just loved how unique the Greenbriar is, as a lot of wedding venues look the same to me. Despite having 150 guests, I felt like I was having an intimate dinner with our closest friends, instead of presiding over a big banquet hall (that being said, if you want a big banquet hall, this probably isn’t the place for you). Third, and perhaps most importantly, the staff of the Greenbriar are SO helpful and professional. Kathi Jo is a wonderful coordinator, and the entire staff is an absolute pleasure to work with. They can take care of day-of coordination, food, drinks, cake, linens/serveware, sound/mics for the ceremony, and chairs for the ceremony. Kathi Jo made everything so easy for us, which was particularly important as I was planning our wedding from another state (although I’m originally from Colorado and familiar with the area). Day of, Kathi Jo ensured that everything went off without a hitch. They are so thoughtful and they really think of every detail, including those you might never have thought of yourself so you can just enjoy your day (for example, they took my bouquet from me after the ceremony and put it in water so it would look perky for additional photos later). Fourth, particularly considering the array of services they provide, the Greenbriar was definitely less expensive than other venues we looked at. I will admit we exceeded the final estimate they gave us, but my husband and I also expected that would happen so it wasn’t an unpleasant surprise. I guess just know your wedding guests, if you have an open bar and you know your family and friends really like to party like ours, either set a cut-off point or you might expect to go over the estimate.
Reviewed On 8/08/2018 by Kayla S
We chose The Greenbriar Inn as the location for our small wedding reception and we could not have chosen a better venue. Kathi Jo was extremely patient and accommodating when i had a million and a half questions for her. We planned our wedding...
in Colorado from our home in Portland, OR, so we only saw photos when choosing locations. They worked with us on planning our meals, hor d'oeuvres, and even our wedding cake. The food was AMAZING (many of our guests couldn't stop gushing over the food), pricing was great, and the venue (Sun room and South Lawn) was BEAUTIFUL. We handed off our decorations the day before and I don't think I could have set them up any better. Worth every penny we spent and more. The waiting staff was incredible as well. They were on top of their game the entire night and went above and beyond to make sure we were taken care of. I honestly wish I would have tipped them more at the end of the night, they more than deserved it. 10/10 I would recommend this place if you are looking for a wedding reception venue. Our day was perfect and Greenbriar Inn was one of the reasons why!
Reviewed On 7/22/2018 by Kyle V
We had our reception at the Greenbriar, and it was amazing in all aspects! Katie Jo was on top of all details and always made us feel like we were her only clients. The wait staff was magnificent. The food was delicious. I highly recommend them...
for any event.
Reviewed On 7/19/2018 by Julie D
Our summer solstice ceremony was even more than we ever had imagined thanks to Kathie Jo and her crew! Guests, thirty from all over the world, just loved the beauty as well as the graceful ease with which The Greenbriar Inn supported our visio...
n of the day. The food was as delicious as the presentation!
Reviewed On 1/27/2018 by Summer S
My husband and I just got married at The Greenbriar Inn last night, and it was an incredible experience that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. Kathi Jo helped us plan a small, intimate ceremony with just our parents. It was held in fro...
nt of the fireplace in the bar area. Afterward, we had dinner in the private room, with champagne and small two-tiered cake they made for us. Kathi Jo and the rest of the staff made the whole experience so fun, easy, and stress-free for us. We found our photographer and officiant as recommendations from the Greenbriar, too, and they both were wonderful as well. We are so happy with how our wedding went, and we highly recommend the Greenbriar for other couples planning their weddings. We will be back to visit many times in the future!
Reviewed On 11/21/2017 by Kelly S
There are not enough good things I can say about this venue. From start to finish planning our wedding at The Greenbriar Inn was fun and effortless. Kathi Jo was our primary contact person and she was professional, timely, and accommodating of ...
anything we needed. When Kathi Jo was unavailable she made sure we knew who else would be able to answer any questions and it was as if we had been working with the other staff members all along. The day of service was perfect and the staff made sure we were in the know about billing and timing of everything. They were able to accommodate our schedule with ease. We can’t wait to return to The Greenbriar for brunch or dinner!
Reviewed On 10/30/2017 by Roseanna G
The Greenbriar simply cannot be topped! We were married there in May with a champagne brunch reception. Kathi Jo made every worry melt away like the snow we received only days prior to our outdoor ceremony. As a self titled control freak, it wa...
s amazing to know that Kathi Jo, Phil, and the rest of the staff at The Greenbriar Inn had everything taken care of. I was able to relax and enjoy my special day. My hair and makeup ladies even said that I was the most relaxed bride they had ever worked with. This was all because Kathi Jo took care of every question or request I had for her without hesitation. When we asked for donuts for our guests before the ceremony and a custom cinnamon bun flavored wedding cake, she didn't even bat an eye before saying they could do that. I would get married every weekend at The Greenbriar Inn if I could and we will certainly be return guests for many a brunch to come. If you are considering The Greenbriar Inn for your wedding, my best advice would be to book it now!
Reviewed On 10/29/2017 by Julia G
We had an absolutely perfect reception at the Greenbriar Inn! We found KathiJo to be very creative, honest, and responsive. She had really great ideas when we worked with her to plan the reception and didn't leave a single detail to chance. ...
At the reception, Valerie ensured that we didn't have to worry about a thing and were able to just enjoy ourselves. She was so kind and great to work with . All of the wait staff were great!! The food was amazing, the wine was delicious, and the atmosphere was enchanting and romantic! Thank you to everyone at Greenbriar Inn for helping us celebrate our new beginning!
Reviewed On 10/27/2017 by Laura W
The Green Briar Inn was absolutely perfect for our wedding if 75 guests. The setting is spectacular! We chose October 7 to be adorned with color in an outside ceremony and appetizer spread. It was glorious. Kathi Jo, the wedding consultant for ...
the venue was nothing but lovely and detail juggler extroidaire. She was a great communicator in experience based knowledge of the venue and wedding planner details, while supporting our unique twist to our own ideas. The sit down dinner ( in upstairs room) was incredible. The room was gorgeous and the table settings glorious and warm and us. The food was varied and incredible , as always , at the green briar inn for every event or intimate dinner. We are so happy with the memories the GBI has given us an our guest. All comments were sheer " delightful and magical" as one guest said. So true. Many thanks for the entire staff's incredible service and warmth and superior service. The cost for such an incredible event with so many moving parts was very reasonable for such finery. With much appreciation. Laura and Tom
Reviewed On 10/26/2017 by Lindsay R
This is a magical place to have a winter wedding! The Greenbriar is known across the city for it's incredible food, fresh menu, and tasty drinks! At some places you loose the flavor of the food when you order in big batches, but not here. We we...
re able to pick exactly what we wanted, including some things not even on the menu! It is nestled at the base of the foothills, giving it a mountain elegant feel without being hard to get to. The heated dance floor is unmatched with glass on three sides, giving the wedding an outdoor feel without the risk of weather. On top of that the staff was spectacular! Kathy Jo was thorough, flexible, and allowed us to have the wedding of our dreams! Highly, HIGHLY recommended!
Reviewed On 10/25/2017 by Andrea P
Fantastic venue, food and and service! Wedding cocktail hour and dinner was unbelievable! Kathy joe was the best wedding coordinator ever!! A true gem overall!
Reviewed On 10/20/2017 by Jonna L
Everything was wonderful! The staff is super helpful and thoughtful. We had so much fun, and (as always) the food was incredible.
Reviewed On 10/19/2017 by Chris D
My wife and I just had our wedding at the Greenbriar Inn about 3 weeks ago. Let me say that they absolutely out did themselves. We originally booked because the outdoor ceremony area was so beautiful. Unfortunately it rained all day on our day,...
They moved the ceremony inside and it was still amazing. Not a single thing went wrong, which i was told to expect by other married couples I know. It was perfect and beautiful. The food was to die for, and the staff was perfect. We could not have asked for a more accommodating venue. They went out of their way to do everything my wife and I wanted or asked. I absolutely recommend that this venue be considered when having a wedding. Its classic and elegant and run well as far as their events go. Thank you Greenbriar for providing such a special day that we will never forget. Chris and Katie
Reviewed On 10/11/2017 by Daniel D
Wonderful service in planning and on day of wedding. Beautiful well staffed facility, treated well by all staff. Flexible and cooperative with our choices and wishes. Accommodated us in every way possible. Expensive and higher priced options di...
scussed, but no pressure. Probably less in cost than other elegant settings. We are both pleased with our choice, and our guests were obviously quite happy.
Reviewed On 10/03/2017 by Sarah M
This venue is stunning, quaint, and everything we wanted! It's impossible to have a bad view during the ceremony. The staff here is wonderful, helpful, and kind. Kathi Jo makes any worry or concern you have go away. She has years of experience ...
and makes the process as painless as possible. I never worried about things getting done as I knew we were in good hands. On top off the amazing views and wonderful staff...their food is absolutely delicious! Our guests were raving about their meals. My husband and I will always be back for brunch and dinner!
Reviewed On 8/22/2017 by H Y
While the venue is beautiful, food was well executed, and the staff including the event coordinator were friendly and helpful throughout; service was slow to the point that our guests started asking US how they needed to get service. Many of ou...
r guests were missing from our rented space and at the bar on the other side of the restaurant to order drinks as a result so our first dance and most of the reception was pretty thin. My amazing bridesmaids made several trips to the bar to bring us drinks. I had to personally flag down servers from other parts of the restaurant. The contract is arbitrary since they are able to change prices at any given time including 6 days before our event after what I thought was the final contract. Yes, they stipulate that they can change prices at any time in the contract but would have rather seen the higher prices from the beginning then have it adjusted down rather than the other way around. We complained to the owner and we were offered a gift certificate for 4 which we accepted. It's obvious they take pride in their business and have reached out to me again following my feedback which I appreciate. Of course it was still one of the best days of my life but the service issues were unfortunate since it did affect us and our guests from really being able to enjoy the reception.
Response from the Vendor on 08/24/2017
Han and Chad, We appreciate your feedback, are so happy that you enjoyed the food, ambiance, and staff at your wedding and apologize, again, that you felt that your drink service was slow. We do take pride in our business and have never had a ...
comment like this so we are evaluating all of our service aspects to ensure that nothing like this happens again. There were six service staff taking care of your party which is approximately one to every seven guests so we were confident that all of your guests would be well taken care of and are sorry that the drink service fell short. As we discussed, the pricing can change depending on what we pay for the products we order. We do everything we can to keep the prices the same as when you book your event but the costs can change. The total increase for your event food was $74 (beef and seafood entrees) and $15 for coffee, tea and soft drinks. We did notify you 2 ½ weeks in advance about the entrée prices (as soon as it was clear that the increased prices from our vendors were not going to come back down) but I understand that we neglected to include the increase in beverage costs on that update. We totally understand that these increases were an inconvenience and apologize. Once again, please accept our sincere apologies and we hope you are able to bring some friends out soon for dinner to continue your celebration!
Reviewed On 8/15/2017 by kelsey d
We had our rehearsal dinner at the Greenbriar, and were so impressed with the staff, the food, and the location and ambiance. We hosted a smaller dinner (25 people) in their beautiful sunroom, and then opened it up to about 100 of our guests fo...
r dessert/drinks in the connected garden/patio area (which is just off of the sunroom). Everything flowed so well, and the staff at the Greenbriar could not have been more accommodating! I would highly recommend it to any couple that is looking for a special venue for either their rehearsal dinner or even a smaller reception at a very reasonable price!!
Response from the Vendor on 08/24/2017
Diane, thank you so much for this wonderful review. It was a pleasure working with you and being a part of Phillip and Kelsey's wedding weekend celebration! We loved your table lantern décor- it made the ambiance even more special. Take care an...
d we hope you will all visit us next time you are in town!
Reviewed On 5/25/2017 by Christine M
Phil, Kathi Jo, and the whole Greenbriar team were exceptional. They did a great job herding all of our guests and keeping everything on track. Kathi Jo communicated well with us during the whole process, and very patiently held our hands when ...
we had difficulties or questions. We were hoping for an outdoor ceremony, but the weather didn't cooperate - fortunately the Greenbriar team moved everything inside and it all went off very smoothly. The food was beyond phenomenal, the ambiance was perfect, and we did not want for anything.
Response from the Vendor on 05/26/2017
Thank you Christine and Mic! Your family was a blast. The car names for the tables was a great touch and your tea cup and honey favors were a big hit. The guests loved picking from the many selections that you offered. Best wishes and take care...
!
Reviewed On 1/15/2017 by Heather S
Everything was PERFECT! There was not a detail overlooked, and our guests were treated with such kindness and respect. It was really incredible, not a week goes by that we don't have a friend or a family member comment on what a beautiful and...
happy wedding we had. I can't imagine having gotten married anywhere else. The attention to detail was amazing!
Reviewed On 11/02/2016 by Knottie117aec499ae1dafe
Our wedding venue was easily decided as both of us know and love The Greenbriar Inn. But I had no idea how perfect our day would be and how easy and accommodating Kathi Jo would be. All requests, including space to assemble and decorate our wed...
ding cake 'on site' in advance were met with smiles. Professionalism, while maintaining a personal touch throughout, was the order of the day. Bouquets were brought out for photos then back into vases until needed, food served without a hitch, and the most delicious food beautifully cooked and presented. The wedding ceremony upstairs, with a solo cellist, and dinner for 34 downstairs in the sun room made for an ideal venue. Beautiful spaces outdoors for photos as well as indoors. We could not have wanted anything more.
Reviewed On 10/31/2016 by Neddy C
Perfect! That is is exactly how I would describe our wedding day. My ceremony was celebrated early October on the cabin lawn, and it couldn't have been more beautiful. Reception was upstairs followed by dancing! To be able to find such a beauti...
ful venue for both your ceremony and reception in one is such luck! Every question was answered without hesitation which gave me the confidence to completely relax on the day of. For how stressful wedding planning can be, the team at the Greenbriar was incredibly helpful and always went the extra mile. They I highly recommend The Greenbriar to any couple looking to get married any time of year! I could never thank them enough!
Reviewed On 10/31/2016 by Kimberly M
We could not have asked for a better venue. Kathi Jo made sure everything was taken care of so my husband and I didn't have to worry about a thing on our special day (she even helped me with my dress when a bustle wouldn't stay put). The food w...
as absolutely amazing! The staff even made sure to put together a plate of appetizers for us while we were taking pictures so we didn't have to miss out. Our guests were raving about Greenbriar Inn all weekend. Thank you so much! We will be recommending them to anyone looking for an affordable, top-notch venue in Colorado.
Reviewed On 10/26/2016 by Elyse D
Wonderful food, wonderful staff and a wonderful setting made for a wonderful wedding!! I highly recommend checking this place out as part of your venue search.
Reviewed On 10/26/2016 by Melissa T
I had my brunch reception at the Greenbriar Inn just a few weeks ago in the middle of October and the whole venue looked SPECTACULAR dressed in fall colors. The landscaping is immaculate and we were so lucky to have all the trees peak at the r...
ight time in bright oranges, reds and yellows. All of our guests could not stop complementing us on how we chose such a beautiful venue . 90% of our guests were from out of town so we were pleased to give them the rocky mountain experience without having to drive too deep into the mountains. More importantly, the food and service is what we were utterly pleased with. As a bride, I felt I didn't have to worry about any minor details which is big deal as you all are planning your wedding. Kathi Jo and Valerie are top notch and made the whole day run smoothly. I cannot thank the Greenbriar and their staff enough for giving my husband and I the most perfect and effortless day. We are still waiting on our photographers for photos otherwise I cannot wait to share how pleased we are!! Cheers!
Reviewed On 10/11/2016 by Michael K
Greenbriar Inn has my highest recommendation! Kathi Jo and all of the staff are very professional, helpful, and listened to what we wanted for our wedding. They provided meal options within our budget. The lawn and outdoor areas were beautiful...
for our ceremony. The inside dining area was warm, cozy and romantic. The whole experience exceeded our expectations!
Reviewed On 10/11/2016 by Ally B
My husband and I had our wedding at the Greenbriar this past June, and from booking the venue til the moment we finished our reception and drove off in the limo this place was perfect!!! Kathi Jo and her team were rock stars and made sure every...
thing was just how we imagined. The Greenbriar has several options for outside ceremony's and the inside of the Inn is so beautifully decorated and maintained. We had our ceremony out on one of their lawns with the mountains as the backdrop, talk about getting married in real Colorado. The food and drinks this place offers is top notch! I am gluten free and had to have special accommodations for my food and the Greenbriar went above and beyond to make sure I had everything I needed. We had our reception upstairs and I could not have wished it to have been better. The way everything flowed from dinner, to dances and speeches was flawless. They know what they are doing and will make sure your day goes perfectly!!! When I went to tour the Greenbriar we took a walk around the ground and before we even got to see the inside of the Inn we were sold. Our guests kept commenting on how great the food was, the landscaping was gorgeous, the staff was so kind and helpful. I could go on for days with how much I loved having our special day at the Greenbriar and would advice everyone to check it out for any wedding. I love the fact that my husband and I can now go back every year on our anniversary and get some delicious food at this place that is now so special on our hearts.
Reviewed On 10/11/2016 by Knottie1475002226
When we first got engaged my Fiancé and I noticed that there are many wedding venues that are very nice but that feel like 'wedding factories'. Pretty places but nothing special. The Greenbriar Inn is perfect! We got so many compliments on ...
the location and the food, as well as the staff. We had our ceremony on the Cabin Lawn, followed by Cocktails on the South Lawn, dinner in the Large Dining Room, and dancing and photo booth in the Sun Room. Our wedding had 100 guests which was a perfect fit, although they can accommodate more. I love the wood in the dining room, the beautiful trees all over the property, and the very intimate feel of the place. Kathi Jo is the onsite event coordinator and she did a fantastic job of helping us plan our wedding and answered our many emails about details large and small. The night of our wedding Kathi Jo was on hand to make sure the vendors knew where to set up, and kept everything rolling. Assisting her was Valerie. Valerie is delightful!!! So nice and handled everything with a smile. She regularly checked in with us to make sure everything was as we wanted it. At one point during dinner my sister had to step outside to handle an important phone call and one of the waiters noticed she was outside. He went out to check on her and brought her more champagne until she was able to rejoin the rest of us inside. So classy. I wanted a grooms cake for my husband and hired an outside baker to make it (a huge deer head cake, check out A Slice of Creation in Broomfield). Immediately following dinner the wait staff brought it out and it was like a little parade. Everyone made it so much fun - Amazing staff! I wasn't sure how they would feel serving a grooms cake that was made by an outside baker but they were wonderful. The wedding cake was made by their onsite baker and was delicious (Almond Jaconde with wild berries). They have their own garden so the salads, spices, and vegetables are fresh and constantly harvested. We met the owner, Phil, and he also checked in with us to make sure we were happy - we were!! I could go on and on.. if you are looking for a huge venue that is pretty but with no stand out details, they are everywhere. If you want a beautiful property, amazing food, and a memorable night for your guests you've found it at The Greenbriar Inn. Congratulations all you newly engaged couples!
Reviewed On 10/08/2016 by Deborah S
Our daughter was married on June 26, 2016 and it could not have been more perfect. From the gorgeous back drop to the attention that was given to each and every detail was amazing. Kathi Jo is great at her job and made sure our daughter's day w...
as perfect in every way! The food, drinks, staff were top notch and the wedding went off without a hitch. The Greenbriar has a beautiful setting and is located very close to Longmont and Boulder. We have since been back for dinner and brunch and again Kathi Jo and her staff were very welcoming to us. If you are looking for a great place for your wedding or parties The Greenbriar is your place. It definitely was a great day spent with friends and family!
Reviewed On 9/14/2016 by Jessica N
The Greenbriar experience was more than I could have ever asked for. They provided everything I needed for the most perfect day. The team, service, and food were top of the line and the venue was beautiful for photos. It was so nice to have...
the wedding/reception in one place, which was great for our guests. Our date was early July and the weather cooperated wonderfully. I have to mention/acknowledge our Greenbriar coordinator, Kathi Jo, she was AMAZING! She walked me through the process every step of way. I was so confident in her and the venue that I had no worries the day of - and everything went perfectly thanks to the professionalism of Kathi Jo and the entire team at The Greenbriar. I would HIGHLY recommend The Greenbriar to any couple considering a beautiful outdoor Boulder/Colorado venue.
Reviewed On 9/13/2016 by Emily L
I had my wedding and reception here and it was better than I expected. So beautiful and elegant. The staff was amazing, very professional. The food and drinks were wonderful as well as the cake. The grounds are breathtaking and story book f...
or an outdoor wedding. Its amazing how inexpensive the venue is as well. Because you will use their restaurant and buy there food, you get this venue at next to nothing. And you don't need to organize vendors/venue -its one stop shopping. I definitely recommend this venue.
Reviewed On 9/09/2016 by Ali W
We loved everything about having our wedding at the Greenbriar Inn. Kathi Jo made planning so steamlined and easy, and made sure everything went off without a hitch. The setting is so beautiful, the food is great (fresh from their garden!) and ...
the day was perfect. Thank you so much to Phil, Kathi Jo, and the whole team at the Greenbriar Inn for making our wedding day magical.
Reviewed On 9/05/2016 by Susan H
The Greenbriar is beautiful and the food is perfect. It's the best large-event food you'll ever have. But their customer service is not the best. They do things their way and aren't flexible to treat the customer like the customer. Go there for...
small parties!
Response from the Vendor on 09/09/2016
Thank you so much for your review and we are so glad that you enjoyed the venue and food. We are very sorry to hear that we fell short in the customer service department and that you did not feel that you got to do things the way you wanted to....
We do pride ourselves on our attentive service and will take your comments to heart.
Reviewed On 6/08/2016 by Jen N
We had our wedding here May 28th and it was beautiful:) All our guest said the food was amazingly good and they loved the venue. Kathi Jo was awesome to work with and she even helped figure out how to bussle my dress. Looking forward to many a...
nniversary dinners here!
Reviewed On 1/15/2016 by Lindsay B
The Greenbriar Inn was a beautiful rustic place for our September wedding. We are so glad we chose this venue. To start with, they were incredibly easy and helpful to work with. Kathi Jo was amazing, and she was very patient as we worked thr...
ough all the little details. With the Greenbriar, you can have them handle all the food, the cake, the ceremony set up and take down, the drinks, the linens.. etc. It really made it easy on us. Also, they organize a wine, apps, and cake tasting which is a ton of fun and allows you to experience the options. At the rehearsal, Kathi Jo really ran the show and knew how to hold a rehearsal, which helped us since our friend was our officiant. We had the ceremony outdoors which was very nice, but they also always have a plan B in case the weather goes bad which was very comforting. We had the cocktail hour outdoors also and loved it – we wished we could have had even longer out there (but we would have been there all night if we did)! We had our reception upstairs, the fire place and pictures of the mountains and places we have hiked together really made it perfect for us. Similar to other reviews, while we love the Colorado outdoors and hiking, our family is older and many of our friends and family have young kids so not all of our guests would have been that comfortable or able to attend a remote mountain location – the Greenbriar offered the perfect blend of both the outdoors, and accessibility for folks of all ages and proximity to area hotels. The service and the food were excellent. They were able to get both champagne and sparkling cider for the bridal “get ready room” so my junior bridesmaids could join in a toast. Everyone raved about the food – particularly the lamb which is locally sourced. Our guests had diets ranging from vegetarian, vegan, gluten free, oat and dairy free – you name it, and they were able to accommodate everyone. They even put together two pieces of vegan carrot cake for the vegans in our bridal party. The cake was beautiful – I let them decide how to do it (I just selected the flavors and asked the florist to bring some extra flowers for it), and it came out perfect – better than I could have asked for. I went with the white cake with berries option, yum. We also had many kids from ages 4 months all the through 10, and it worked out great. We were a bit worried about it being too formal, but between the outdoor portions of the evening and the dancing after dinner, the kids all had a great time. Things to consider… They do have two weddings a day often. It ended up working out just fine, and although I did wish they shut down the other group’s music during our ceremony, the rest of the evening it felt like we had the place to ourselves (I personally felt that the background music was fine and actually helped to cover up the traffic noises, and my husband said he didn’t even notice it, but we did have a couple comments from guests). Also, there is only one bridal “get ready room” so it’s first come first serve on that. The other party on our day had their ceremony elsewhere, so we didn’t have an issue reserving it. It’s also a bit dark in that room, so you may want to consider bringing an extra light – there are plenty of plugs. Finally, one thing that made us really like the venue is that it is an operating restaurant and bar, so you can come back for anniversaries or just to stop by and grab a drink, so that part is pretty cool.
Reviewed On 11/29/2015 by Bryan L
Loved our June 2015 wedding at the Greenbriar Inn. The dinning room is beautiful and the outdoor areas for the ceremony and cocktail hour are perfect! The staff was incredible! Everything went very smoothly. It started raining during our ceremo...
ny on the lawn (looked like we were going to make it, so we didn't move things indoors ... oh well!) and it was actually not a problem at all. Kathi Jo helped us rearrange the family portraits to inside and move the cocktail hour indoors as well. Virtually no downtime at all despite the inclement weather! And the food was VERY good! We couldn't make the tasting date, but it didn't matter because everything was incredible! Figuring out all the food items and locations, and other options was probably the only slightly difficult part – we ended up spending a lot of time on the phone and via email going back and forth about various options. It was really nice that they were super flexible about everything, but it would have been great to have all of that streamlined a bit for out-of state folks like us.
Reviewed On 10/29/2015 by Melanie R
I had less than 60 people at our wedding (ceremony and reception). the food was amazing and the service was extraordinary. the Greenbriar staff really went above and beyond to help make this day special. For the quality of the food and servi...
ce the price was really reasonable. I highly recommend them!
Reviewed On 10/27/2015 by Knottie69175121
What an amazing location, staff, food! We could not have had a better experience.
Reviewed On 10/26/2015 by Knottie00047522
We thought that the Greenbriar Inn would be the perfect venue for our wedding because we didn't want a traditional hotel ballroom, and it was even better than we imagined. The food and wine were spectacular, and the scenery couldn't be beat. ...
Service was top-notch as well. The wait staff were always there to help, and Kathy Jo made the entire event seem easy. We were truly able to enjoy the moment and not worry about the details because we knew they would be taken care of beyond our expectations.
Reviewed On 10/26/2015 by Melissa D
We had a brunch buffet reception at The Greenbriar Inn for our wedding. I wanted someplace I wouldn't have to worry about doing much decorating and that had good food. Wedding sources say now to find what 2 or 3 things you want to prioritize fo...
r your wedding. My top was the food, so I picked The Greenbriar based off their menu. All my guests really enjoyed our reception and look forward to dining at The Greenbriar in the future. There were so many dishes and lots of options to choose from when building our menu. We used their pastry chef for our cake and it was wonderful. It was just so nice to use a full service reception venue that took care of preparing the site that day. Working with the staff for the planning process was also very easy.
Reviewed On 10/17/2015 by Knottie10150908
We hosted the rehearsal dinner for our son's wedding at The Greenbriar and were exceptionally pleased with the service and the advice about all preparations prior to the dinner. We were impressed with how professional, tasteful and accurate the...
advice and service was. The food was delicious. The staff worked to accommodate our particular wishes, regarding seating arrangements, dietary options, flowers, and linens and to make hosting an event as someone from another part of the country easy and stress free. Working with the Greenbriar was a pleasure in every respect.
Reviewed On 10/16/2015 by Keri M
Amazing staff at The Greenbriar! Kathi Jo was so helpful and did a great job at getting the most out of our budget. They did all the coordinating of our vendors, and we didn't have to worry about a thing on our wedding day. She made sure everyt...
hing was taken care of! Food was amazing!
Reviewed On 10/16/2015 by Knottie93308600
My husband and I got married at The Greenbriar Inn this past summer, 2015. I couldn't have wished for anything better. The venue is beautiful - mountain back drop and beautiful historic indoor setting for reception. (I really didn't want to hol...
d our reception in a ballroom - blah!) The staff at The Greenbriar was also wonderful. They helped us keep everything organized and running smoothly. Kath Jo even helped me figure out how to put on my darn veil when I realized that I never thought to ask that question prior to 10 minutes before the wedding! We were able to have a unique, fun and beautiful wedding. The price was reasonable for all that we were able to do. And The Greenbriar was excellent at laying out cost before hand helping us to understand what things we could do to help stay in budget. Overall wonderful experience. My husband and I were able to relax and have a good time. Highly Recommended!
Reviewed On 10/15/2015 by Knottie09790839
We were looking for an outdoor wedding on a tight budget and Greenbriar Inn delivered ! The location is gorgeous and the service superb. Everyone at the Greenbriar went out of their way to make our day special. Our event coordinator was great- ...
she listened to and understood exactly what we wanted which really set us at ease throughout the day. We could not have asked for a more perfect experience!
Reviewed On 10/15/2015 by Kim G
Our experience at the Greenbriar was above anything we could have wanted or expected! Kathi Jo and the team were amazing and helped us though the process of planning. They quickly answered any questions we had and helped us plan our or day with...
detail. It was important to us that we stayed within budget and they helped us customize our ceremony and reception to stay within what we were able to spend. Our guests continue to compliment us on how great our day was- they were impressed with how personable and intuitive the staff was. We highly recommend the Greenbriar!
Reviewed On 10/15/2015 by Kelly D
It could not have been more perfect. Our guests loved the venue! We had a ceremony and cocktail hour outside and then moved inside for a luncheon. We have absolutely no complaints. From planning to the wedding day, everyone was super helpfu...
l and made sure everything went smoothly. The cocktail hour, was set up beautifully, the food, cake, and wine were DELICIOUS, and dinner service was fantastic. Months later our guests are still talking about how perfect the day was and about how much they loved The Greenbriar. You cannot find a better place to host your event. The Greenbriar
Reviewed On 10/14/2015 by Knottie60580645
We had an informal, small wedding ceremony and reception here and it was a great place for it. The service is top notch.
Reviewed On 10/14/2015 by Lisa M
My husband and I were married at the Greenbriar Inn this past July. We had an outdoors ceremony on the cabin lawn, followed by a sit-down dinner and reception inside the restaurant. To be honest, I am a Nature-lover and had originally wished ...
to get married on the summit - or even the side - of a mountain here in Colorado. The hike wouldn't have been fair to some of our guests, though. Also, the catering and other services for a fully outdoor wedding turned out to be much more complicated and expensive than I had expected. When I visited the full-service Greenbriar Inn, nestled against the beautiful foothills of Boulder, I knew that I'd found a place that would meet everyone’s needs beautifully. I tend to shy away from most formalities, but I enjoy classy surroundings - and excellent food - at the same time. There is an understated elegance to the Greenbriar, a lack of pretension combined with superior service, which is very appealing. I've been told that it's highly hectic and stressful for a lot of brides on their wedding day, and had been warned that I may not even get to enjoy the food and all the other details that I had spent so much painstaking time and effort selecting. What a terrible thought! However, thanks to the combined efforts of our outstanding event planner, the kitchen and service staff, the groundskeeper, and the owners themselves, I can even say that I had a wonderful time at my own wedding. (I must mention that we were also blessed with perfect weather, although I was confident that any unforeseen situations would be taken in stride by the venue.) The vendors were perfectly coordinated, all the minutiae of the day were paid attention to with care and precision, and everything flowed seamlessly from one event to the next. We had added some special touches to our ceremony, including a release of live Monarch butterflies. My groom remarked that he had simply handed the package to the event planner, and then the butterflies were simply ready and waiting when it was time to release them. We were also grateful to have the flexibility to customize our event to our personal preferences in various ways. Here is another example of the service we received: After my groom and I were “introduced” at the reception, the head server was thoughtful enough to bring each of us plates with a selection of delicious hors de'oeuvres. We would have missed them otherwise, since we were having our photos taken while everyone else was having cocktails. It was the attention to little details like this that made our experience so special. Our wedding was a thorough success with our family and friends, whose ages ranged from 18 to 80. The words I have heard most often in response to our wedding are “beautiful” and “delicious”. Everything I could have hoped for - and my husband has stated that he is glad to have a special place that we can both look forward to visiting again.
Reviewed On 10/13/2015 by Kristine M
Overall, we were pleased with our summer wedding held at The Greenbriar Inn. We were initially attracted to the grounds for our ceremony, with a gorgeous view of the mountains, as well as the intimate atmosphere of the upstairs dining room for...
our reception. We also appreciated the willingness of the staff to allow us the use of the lawn(s) to spread out our lawn games during cocktail hour. On the day of the wedding, I was impressed with the lack of overlap with the co-occurring wedding and was unable to hear any noise upstairs from the reception downstairs. Additionally, the food, specifically the New York Strip and dessert bar, were delicious. Our point of contact the day of did an amazing job keeping our wedding day running smoothly and taking care of everyone. His recommendations were spot-on and his calm demeanor was much appreciated! We did take note of a few things. Unfortunately, amidst signing a contract and placing a deposit, we received word that our ceremony time had been double booked and we would be required to start our ceremony at a later time if we wanted to keep the date. We were very disappointed that this decreased the amount of time with our guests. Additionally, an on-site coordinator is provided that assists in gathering information, answering questions, and organizing prior to the event. While our on-site coordinator was helpful, we did feel that some of our questions or decisions were met with judgment and communication was occasionally delayed. At our final planning meeting we were surprised by an increased charge with regard to the upgraded ceremony chairs. When we inquired about the added expense, we were told that the event contract was subject to change and there were no other options as a limited number of the chairs remained.
Reviewed On 10/12/2015 by Rachael R
Truly, from the bottom of my heart, The Greenbriar was the BEST choice for our wedding day. The staff, waiters and owner are helpful, fantastic, and felt more like family after a little over a year of planning. Our wedding went off without a hi...
tch! The ceremony took place on the most beautiful lawn with the mountains as our backdrop. Our cocktail hour was unbelievable! And the dinner was phenomenal. Not only was our food top notch, but the service was hard to beat. Anything we needed was done before we even had to ask. I didn't worry about a single thing! My one regret is that we can't get married every weekend. Looking forward to a lifetime of celebrating anniversaries with the best wedding venue in Boulder!
Reviewed On 10/12/2015 by Kealy D
The Greenbriar Inn is a spectacular venue for a wedding! The setting is beautifully maintained and offers gorgeous views of the foothills. The food is wonderful and the service impeccable. The event coordinator is easy to work with and really k...
nows how to make a wedding go smoothly. On the day of, I was far more relaxed than I ever thought possible, primarily because I knew that everyone at the Greenbriar would take great care of us. They really made our day!
Reviewed On 10/12/2015 by Elisabeth R
We wanted a small, intimate summer ceremony followed by a brunch for 50 guests and the Greenbriar Inn fit the bill perfectly. Kathi Jo is incredibly responsive and she worked with me every step of the day right up until our big day. We wanted t...
o have great food and a fun, intimate atmosphere and our guests raved about how much they enjoyed everything. Phil and Emma clearly put their heart and soul into their business. If you book your wedding reception at the Greenbriar you won't be disappointed.
Reviewed On 10/11/2015 by Ann K
It surprises me to be able to say that our wedding day went exactly according to plan. It's only a surprise to me because I know how difficult that is to make happen. I grew up in a family catering business and saw first hand all of the many th...
ings that are out of your control on the day of an event. Kathi Jo, and everyone we worked with at the Greenbriar, were organized, detailed and extremely helpful during the many months of planning leading up to our big day. When that day did arrive, the Greenbriar staff was calm and collected. I did not have a single worry. Our 90 guests have still not stopped talking about the beautiful venue and delicious food. We could not have asked for a more perfect experience.
Reviewed On 10/06/2015 by Knottie97698482
We had a Sunday brunch after our daughter's wedding at the Greenbriar. It was amazing, and our guests were blown away!!! We had 80 people, and booked the sunroom and patio for our private use. The Greenbriar brunch buffet is beyond any that...
we have ever been to. Tons of offerings. That day they offered Belgian waffles with various toppings, personal omelettes, lox and bagels with all the trimmings, muscles, oysters on the half shell, quiche, chef sliced ham, beef, and turkey, various casseroles and vegetables, potatoes, rolls, fresh fruits, cheeses, and a wildly beautiful assortment of mini desserts. Their service was excellent, their presentation perfect, and the dining room was beautiful. Kathy Jo has a steel trap mind for details, and manages the staff very well. In fact, all of the employees at Greenbriar exude a pride in their work. And, it shows in the product they produce.
Reviewed On 10/05/2015 by Knottie78117219
The Greenbriar Inn for our daughter's in Aug 2015 was wonderful. The food was wonderful. Everybody loved the food. Our daughter wanted a ice cream bar, it was loved by all the guest. The service was very good. Everyone we worked with was s...
o nice and helpful and gave us advice on some things we had not thought of. They set the tables up just how we wanted them to be with our table decorations how we wanted. It was so nice to walk into the Greenbriar Inn and see that they set everything up the way we wanted it to look. No worries. Totally trusted them. The Greenbriar Inn knows how to do a wedding reception that is wonderful.
Reviewed On 10/05/2015 by Mark C
We had the most spectacular August wedding. Having grown up in and around Boulder, having our venue set at the base of the rolling hills was absolutely perfect. The venue staff are super helpful and on top of things. They are busy, but they alw...
ays get the information form you they need to make the event go off without a hitch. Our ceremony was in the morning, and it was sunny, but there were patches of shade on the south lawn. There were a number of comments about traffic noise, and that was honestly my only concern, but with the PA system, we didn't notice ANYTHING during the actual ceremony. We had a cocktail hour with passed appetizers and drinks which was wonderful for our guests and then a lovely plated lunch which was affordable and delicious. They work so well with all the dietary restrictions of our guests. Everything went off without a hitch and seemed so smooth we were able to concentrate on the important things, GETTING MARRIED. Overall, with our budget and asks for a wedding of 70, we felt like this was the best choice we could have possibly made! Thank you for a wonderful day, we will remember it ALWAYS.
Reviewed On 10/05/2015 by Knottie5571470
I keep telling everyone that the wedding couldn't have gone any better. This is thanks in no small part to the Greenbriar. The venue itself is gorgeous, the food is magnificent, and the staff was rounded out the entire experience excellently. ...
We worked with Kathi Jo in the months and weeks leading up to the wedding. She was very responsive and a pleasure to work with. Phil, the owner, also made himself available to us and was a great help on the actual wedding day. The rest of the staff did an amazing job, and the head waiter for our wedding (I'm kicking myself in the head for forgetting his name) was on top of everything and helped the night run smoothly. Overall I would say that not only did the Greenbriar do an amazing job, they have also secured me and my wife as customers for the forseeable future.
Reviewed On 5/21/2015 by Ashley C
Bottom line: We were absolutely delighted with our wedding at the Greenbriar Inn, and cannot say enough good things about the wonderful staff and facility. Details: The grounds are absolutely lovely, with mountains in the background, a trout p...
ond, plenty of plant life, and a 5000 sq ft garden where they grow many of the vegetables they serve. The main dining room, where we had our reception, is so beautiful on its own that we didn't have any decorations besides centerpieces, and the sun room was perfect as a dance floor/photo booth area. The food/cup cakes were fantastically delicious and are what really make the GBI a great value, in our opinion, though everything was amazing. The coordinator, Kathi Jo, is friendly and helpful, as are the owners, Phil and Emma. Valerie was with us throughout the event to make sure things ran smoothly/on time, and to ensure we ate. According to family, the other servers and bartenders were also great. Sadly for us, our ceremony was rained out, but we were shocked at how quickly staff was able to convert main dining area to and from the ceremony area. We got numerous compliments on the food, facilities, and staff at our event, and continue to receive them a week later. There are only two very small downsides: 1) The staff can be a little slow to respond to emails, but always got back to us within a week. If I felt the matter was more urgent, I just called and typically got an answer. 2) Folks dining in the bar area must walk through receptions in the main dining room to get to the restrooms (would not be an issue for an upstairs reception, but that area was too small for our 100 guests and a dance flood). This was not a big deal to us, but wanted to mention it since it may be upsetting to some couples. Overall we were very impressed and pleased with our wedding at the GBI!
Reviewed On 12/06/2014 by Kestrel H
We couldn’t have been more pleased with our Wedding experience at Greenbriar Inn. We felt so well taken care of by Kathi Jo, Emma, Phil and the amazingly professional and fun staff. Greenbriar Inn saved our day! We lost our venue last minute...
and they were beyond willing to make their venue work for us. In the end we can’t imagine having done it anywhere else. Greenbriar Inn is amazing at making your experience unique and personal and they are detail oriented in a relaxed way. You can tell their staff enjoys the final product and although they are attuned to serving you it is done in a subtle and warm way. The setting is absolutely classic, intimate and romantic with a big Colorado feel. We thank you with all our heart and look forward to recommending you to friends while also returning to celebrate the passages of our lives. ~K & J Neathawk
Reviewed On 11/24/2014 by Elizabeth R
The Greenbriar Inn was exactly what we were looking for in a venue and we are so happy we picked this location for our wedding. The wedding was September 13 and the weather was great - 70 and sunny with some fall colors. The staff (coordinator ...
Kathi Jo) was so easy to work with and communicate with since we planned the wedding from out of town. We loved the rustic/romantic feel of the location with the dark wood interior and the mountain landscape outdoors.We loved that the trees already have twinkle lights wrapped on the branches and there were already so many flowers that we didn't need to add many details. We had about 40 guests who all enjoyed their meals - we ordered 5 appetizers, plated dinner and a 3 course dessert bar along with an open bar and it was very affordable compared to other locations. Overall, we loved how everything turned out and we would definitely recommend this location.
Reviewed On 11/02/2014 by Staci H
The Greenbriar Inn is a beautiful setting with fantastic food, and a great staff. The took care of the food/drinks, cake, and venue, all in one. Everyone was so helpful, and really helped to create my perfect wedding day.
Reviewed On 10/31/2014 by April B
This was a great place to get married. The owners (Phil & Emma) run a very high-quality operation. The food and level of sophistication would really be hard to match. We had an outdoor wedding. Three hours before showtime it was raining like...
a biblical deluge, but we lucked out with the weather, and the Greenbriar people didn't bat an eyelash. Everything was set up with more than enough time, and we never felt like there was going to be a problem moving the ceremony indoors if it came to that. The guests had nothing but great things to say about the service and the food. The only things that could have been better involved the bridal suite. The lighting was pretty dim, so it was challenging for my wife to get ready. We had to relocate all our stuff from the bridal suite to other locations right before the ceremony (because it was a busy night for the restaurant). Overall this was a beautiful location to get married and we would both definitely do it all over again if we could. The venue looks fantastic in our pictures!

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8735 N Foothills Hwy, Boulder, CO
(303) 440-7979
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