The Gadsden House

of Charleston, I would not think any other venue provides the service we received. The entire team provided such an exceptional experience that we felt like family of the home. Huge shout out to Paige McElwain as well! There were so many things she did that I considered way above and beyond. She is a gem and set the tone for the entire experience. Thank you again and I highly recommend the Gadsden House.

e at a 5-star restaurant and the venue is absolutely georgous. This is a wedding none of us will soon forget. Paige and her team made it easy for our family to enjoy the moment while they attended to every last detail.

Not a single guest left hungry, and no one ever had to wait for a cocktail — everything flowed flawlessly. We’re still receiving so many compliments about the beautiful setting and the incredible food. We couldn’t be happier and honestly wish we could relive the day all over again. Thank you for giving our family the most beautiful and unforgettable celebration!

professional, responsive, and attentive to every detail. Our guests couldn't stop talking about how beautiful the venue was, how great the food was, and how effortless the entire evening felt. Beyond the setting, what really stood out to us was the hospitality. You can tell each member of their team truly cares about making the day special. It exceeded every expectation and made our wedding day unforgettable! We keep saying how much we wish we could do it all over again - thank you to the entire Gadsden House team for giving us the most perfect day!

nd I’s favorites from our food tasting and on wedding day, made sure to give extra helpings! All of our guests raved about the food and drinks! Neither of us were ever without a drink in hand during our wedding day. 10/10 experience with the Gadsden- could not recommend enough!

bartenders went above and beyond for us, our families and all of our guests. Almost 6 months later and we still have people telling us how much they enjoyed the venue and most of all - the service. So many have told us that it was the nicest wedding they have ever been to and I credit so much of that to this team and their attention to detail. Their team and the rest of our vendors made every single vision come to life for us and we are forever grateful. April 4, 2025 will forever be special to us, but so will the Gadsden House and this entire team. Thank you for everything!

ld not have been happier! They answered every question so promptly and with such positivity. When it came to the tasting, they made it one of our favorite aspects of wedding planning and truly thought of every detail. Finally on the day, it was the most incredible service from the staff and Paige always seemed to be perfectly present just when we thought of something while calmly maneuvering the timeline of the day. The Gadsden House was so perfect for our vision. The food… incredible. We came away wishing we could do it again! Thank you to the KSHG team, y’all are the best.

for guests, and so stunning with the beautiful courtyard and oyster tabby, the historic interior, and the perfectly appointed on-site bridal suite and grooms loft to boot. It was the perfect indoor/outdoor space that felt classy, luxe, and Charlestonian! Paige and the team were incredibly organized, professional, responsive, and led a team day-of that went absolutely above and beyond not just for us, but for every single one of our guests. We are totally indebted to the Gadsden Team and will always have a special place in our heart for 38 Alexander Street!

le, and we couldn't be more grateful for everything they did. The venue itself is a stunning blend of Southern charm, with elegant details that made it feel both grand and intimate at the same time. But what truly set our experience apart was the team. Paige, Allie, Sofie, and the entire team were simply amazing. They anticipated our every need, often before we even knew what we needed. They treated us like family, ensuring we had absolutely nothing to worry about. The thoughtfulness and care they showed throughout the entire process were unparalleled. Whether it was making sure our guests were comfortable or handling the details of the day seamlessly, they executed everything flawlessly. The best part? We didn’t have to think about a single thing—we were able to just enjoy our dream day. The food was outstanding, and our guests are still raving about it! Every dish was prepared to perfection, and the service was impeccable. From the hors d'oeuvres to the main course, the quality was exceptional, and the presentation was gorgeous. Just one example of their attention to detail was when Allie brought our hors d'oeuvres all the way out to us during our couples photos in the nearby neighborhood, ensuring we didn’t miss out on the delicious treats despite being away during cocktail hour. Another example was when the team waited to serve my mom her dinner until she returned from the restroom so it would be piping hot—those thoughtful gestures didn’t go unnoticed and made us feel so cared for. Thanks to the KSHG team, our wedding day was flawless, and we would not change a thing. The combination of the beautiful venue, exceptional food, and, most importantly, the caring and professional team made our day perfect in every way. We cannot recommend The Gadsden House enough. They made the entire planning process clear, fun, and easy and were incredibly communicative throughout the process, thoughtfully and quickly answering any questions we had. If you're looking for a venue that offers impeccable service, a stunning setting, and a team that treats you like family, this is the place to be. We will forever cherish the memories they helped us create, and we will always be grateful to the amazing team at The Gadsden House.

above and beyond. They gave us gifts for our pups on the wedding day, they made sure we (bride and groom) ate and had food and drinks all night. One of our guest’s shoes broke at the beginning of the night and they had a spare pair to loan to him. All our guests have been raving about the venue and the food and the staff, and we couldn’t be more thankful to have had our wedding at Gadsden. It’s a beautiful venue. Oh and the bridal and grooms suites were incredible, which we didn’t find to be true of other venues we toured. It may be a little small for weddings 120+, but it was the perfect size for our 95 person wedding. Highly recommend Gadsden House!

d. Our guests raved about the food and how friendly the staff was and still talk about how our wedding was one of the best weddings they have been to! Our entire experience was everything we could have hoped for and more!

charm, location, and indoor/outdoor style was the perfect representation of Charleston that we wanted to share with our guests. Every step of the planning process was seamless and fun with the KSHG - we loved every walkthrough and our incredible tasting. And the food! Oh my goodness, it is SO good! This is not normal wedding food - the quality and flavor profiles are so distinct and wonderful; we received so many compliments on the food from guests. We could not have imagined a better wedding reception and feel so thankful for the relationships made with the KSHG team, too!

ing night. Communication was great and each staff member made us feel so special, along with all of our family and friends. I have never experienced such intimate and professional service. Along with serivce, the food was amazing-every single moment of it!

rong choosing this place for any special event. The staff on site was extremely attentive and helpful throughout the entire planning process. From our initial tour, to the tasting, to the day of, we are forever thankful to their team for making our experience so memorable. Pro tip: If they still have them on the menu, choose the mini chicken and waffles *chef's kiss*!

especially Sofie, were so authentically kind, attentive and accommodating. They took such wonderful care of us and it seemed like everyone in the wedding party had a story about how above-and-beyond the staff went for them. Our guests raved about the food and drinks, and a few guests even went out of their way to tell us how impressed they were by how accommodating the catering team was to their dietary restrictions/ allergies. We didn’t have to worry about anything and truly got to just enjoy our wedding day. The bridal suite and grooms quarters were also such a great aspect of the day. Besides the bridal suite being huge and stunning, it was great that we had access to it the entire day; we had our hair, makeup, pictures, ceremony and reception all done at the venue and it made the day so low-stress and easy. I would recommend the Gadsden House to any couple looking for a stress-free, beautiful, completely customizable venue!

and KIND individuals. We could not have asked for a better team!! My family and friends are all talking about the food and our late night espresso martinis- what a hit!! Everyone said how delicious the wines and other cocktails were as well as the dinners being the best food they’ve had at a wedding!! We chose this venue because of the beautiful outdoor, intimate space, and although it did rain and we did need to utilize the tents, everyone did their best all day to maintain the beauty and made sure all of the guests were dry! The verandas and beautiful architecture of the inside of the house also provided the perfect covered places for us to get a ton of photos since the plans had to change a bit due to the rain. Thank you KSHG for the wedding of our dreams!!!!!

is FOB speech to specifically call out what a wonderful job KSHG did that day, jokingly saying guests could not even put down their drinks before staff would clean it up or refill it - the staff truly went above & beyond and Maddie specifically made sure me, my now-husband, and our parents always had drinks in hand, food plated at our seats, and even saved passed apps for us while we were taking photos. From the first visit we had to the Gadsden House, we knew it was the venue for us - the historic home, vast history, and beautiful surroundings, not to mention upbeat & attentive staff, were exactly what we were looking for. They were always beyond accommodating to any request - working with us to come up with a specific brunch menu (for our morning brunch wedding idea), allowing us to bring in external vendors when needed (i.e. for a coffee cart!), and being okay with our golden retriever, Wally, being onsite for photos and to walk down the aisle as our Best Man/Maid of Honor! Every other vendor who we worked with (planner, photographer, hair & make-up etc) mentioned to us (at some point or another during the planning process) that the Gadsden House was their favorite venue to work at and with. From our planner mentioning how responsive, helpful, and professional the KSHG staff is, to our photographer being obsessed with the natural lighting & photo backdrops, to the HMU artists raving about the huge bridal & groom suites we used to get ready in! I truly cannot say enough positive things about this venue & staff and we hope to be back again in 10, 20, or 50 years to do a vow renewal with KSHG <3

sting and catering our event! The Gadsden is a "blank slate" so we opted for whimsical florals, candles and cafe lighting to really dress up the outdoor space. The bridal party utilized the getting-ready rooms for hair/makeup prior to the event, which were spacious and convenient. KSHG also offered a tasting in advance of the wedding to help us in selecting passings/appetizers/entrees for our finalized menu. We opted for multiple passings (bacon-wrapped shrimp, chicken biscuit, fried oyster, arancini) a plated salad, plated appetizer (scallops), a plated entree (short rib and shrimp and grits) and passed sweet treats (chicken and waffle and key lime tarlette) in addition to wedding cake. These additions quickly added up, but they were worth it! I would say that prices are reflective of the quality of the food and service. The food and drinks were excellent (guests are still raving about it!) and the service was unmatched! Maddie and team made sure our glasses and plates were always full and even prepared us a tray of passings once cocktail hour started. KSHG worked with us prior to the event to ensure dietary restrictions/special requests were accommodated. For guests who were vegetarian, KSHG prepared dishes that closely mirrored the other entrees (i.e not just a plate of veggies). It was truly a wonderful venue!

could do a destination style wedding. We had looked at Upstairs at Midtown online and that was the one we were most excited about. When we booked the visit, they asked if we wanted to tour their sister site and we figured "why not"? Well, we INSTANTLY and I mean INSTANTLY fell in love with the venue. Everything about it, from the details of the lanterns outside to the greenery fences, to the beautiful vintage style interior decor that is so well kept and just lovely.. we knew that was the venue for us! We went to Charleston on several occasions for our food tasting, final walk through, etc. and working with the team was absolutely wonderful! They were kind, responsive, accommodating, descriptive, helpful, and so much more. Our food tasting was one of my favorite experiences of all time because it felt like we were all just a group of friends hanging out and eating delicious (AND I MEAN DELICIOUS) meals. With that being said, because they knew how far we were they did everything that they could to help accommodate us being so far away. They even offered a virtual tour of both venues if we wished so that we did not have to drive down (although gladly we went because we wouldn't have instantly been overwhelmed by the elegance of entering the Gadsden House). I feel like I could go on and on about the venue AND the team, because it was such a wonderful experience. They made our wedding feel luxurious, and made sure every single detail and design was exactly what we envisioned. I HIGHLY recommend both the vendor AND the venue. They worked SO well with our planner (Peper Events) as well, and it made the process SO much more enjoyable and stress free as they covered so many aspects and details that I did not have to worry about. If you are looking for a reasonably priced, beautiful venue with excellent service then I highly recommend you go with KSHG. Additionally, the food deserves a review ALL on its own, but it was absolutely incredible. I am from Portugal originally, and my family had NEVER had chicken and waffles, and said it sounded horrible. Well we had it as an hor d'oeuvre and they were completely blown away by it! Everything from the hor d'oeuvre, to the delicious melt in your mouth beef, and the bacon ranch fries for a late night snack (10/10 recommend those) were wonderful! I would go back JUST for the food alone if I could!

G, you know you are in possibly the best hands in the wedding industry. Sofie, Kathleen, Maddie, Desiree, Sarah, Regina, Chef Derek, Chef Travis, Chef Joe + entire KSHG team has a grasp of hospitality, level of service and presentation that is completely unmatched. Warm, knowledgeable and always helpful, they hold relationships and experience with a wide array of select vendors, making it easy to match the level of talent across-the-board from flowers to musicians. They manage the food and bar, which makes for nearly a one stop shop with high level presentation, beautiful selections and a delicious outcome. The Gadsden House is a beautiful historic property that includes a secret garden and a beautiful mansion with loads of history and character. The renovation created a clean slate yet refined sensibilities such as stunning chandeliers and fireplaces to allow you to explore your wildest bridal décor dreams. And, dreams do come true. It was a true pleasure getting to work with them, and we were constantly impressed with their flawless execution and high standards in each step of the process. We just need to figure out how to get back and throw another party one day!

ng day, the King St Hospitality Group team helped us pull off the Big Day seamlessly. The combination of the building itself with it's stately high ceilings and wrap around porches, with the expansive patio, and convenience of groom's quarters and bridal suite made the Gadsden an absolutely perfect place to host such an important event. Outside of the building, all those involved were first class and made what can be a stressful event a breeze. Thank you to the entire KSHG team for your tireless efforts--it was truly the best day of our lives.

nd tailored to us. Right from the tasting, the team took note of our likes and dislikes and ensured that we had a menu specialized for us. They were attentive throughout the entire evening and made sure that we had everything we needed to fully relax and enjoy the night. The staff was incredible and truly provided the elevated experience we were looking for. We even had long-time Charleston residents complimenting the venue! One of the best aspects of The Gadsden House was the food. Truly incredible options. We got so many compliments the night of the wedding on how good the food was. Overall, I cannot recommend The Gadsden House and the staff at King Street Hospitality enough. They helped ensure our wedding was everything we wanted and more!

. Words just won’t do the beauty of the venue justice — it was stunning and everything we could have ever asked for. To Sofie, Regina and the entire dream team, thank you for making our perfect wedding vision come to life. We wish we could do it all over again!

y manicured. The Gadsden House retains all its 1798 charm while offering contemporary food and beverages. The team (Sofie, Maddie, and Sarah) responded immediately to our inquiry and were in constant contact throughout the entire planning process. We deferred to their expertise in food recommendations, rentals, and venue setup. Our group is very satisfied with the Gadsden House and will not hesitate to recommend it to others. We look forward to planning another event at the Gadsden House in the future.

ty Group. Leading up to the wedding, they were so on top of everything, keeping our planner and us in the loop every step of the way. When it came to wedding day, I can’t say enough incredible things about our day of venue coordinator, Maddie. She worked seamlessly with our planner all day long, and checked on us all night long. Our guests RAVED about the food the entire night. From hors d'oeuvres, to dinner, to late night bites, everyone enjoyed everything. Most people said it was truly the best wedding food they had ever had. All of the KSHG staff constantly checked on us throughout the night, bringing us plates of hors d'oeuvres, champagne, water, etc. You name it, they had it for you. The venue is kept in pristine shape. The courtyards and the house itself are so well maintained. I loved the then venue had so much natural beauty, that when our florals, lighting, and decor was set up, it added to the beauty of the venue without overpowering. I could go on and on, but you truly cannot go wrong with KSHG. They are the best of the best.

endly, knowledgeable, and patient. The KSHG really blew us away with how prompt and hospitable the service was during the wedding. The food and drinks were AMAZING. People are still talking about the food. Kathleen, Sarah, Sofie, and everyone else was so helpful. They were constantly making sure everything was perfect and it really was a perfect day. Gadsden house is the perfect venue in downtown Charleston with both the bridal suite, and grooms quarters as well. It was tough to find a venue that offers both. Gadsden house has the charm of downtown Charleston and the interior is gorgeous. It's the perfect backdrop for your wedding day. You will be in great hands with the KSHG team! Thank you guys! -Darrel and Lauren

the first tour all the way through the reception a year later. Our wedding took place on the day Hurricane Ian hit Charleston and Kathleen and her took extra time all week leading up to the event to make sure we had all the necessary alternate plans in place. The event would not have happened without the extra efforts by the whole team. The venue itself is beautiful inside and out, the food and service was top notch. Thank you to the entire King Street Hospitality Group team for making our wedding weekend the best it could be!

the Gadsden House with the amazing help of Buttercup Events (you need to hire Amy!). The venue itself is a blank canvas that is light and bright and can truly become your wedding vision. Without any decoration it's beautiful in and of itself. The staff is extremely helpful and informative. I live in NYC and was able to get all my questions answered promptly and even do a Zoom tour before visiting in person a few months later. One of the things that drew me to Gadsden House was that everything can be done in one place. We wanted an outdoor wedding and there is space for dinner, dancing, and even cocktail hour on the balcony. The bridal suite and grooms quarters are on-site making the day of super easy for everyone involved. We had gotten catered food for the day of and were able to get in early in the morning to start our day. Both the bridal suite and grooms quarters are such well designed spaces. Our planner and vendors turned the outdoor area for our ~100 guests into a beautiful scene. We were nervous about our station style / no reserved seating and the staff made it super easy for our guests to understand and the event flowed nicely. Overall the staff was WONDERFUL. Sofie especially had worked with us from the beginning and was so helpful throughout the day. The FOOD. I can't say enough about the food. Every single guest commented on how great it was, and that is sooo rare for a wedding. We're still dreaming about the short rib and risotto. Even the cake was phenomenal! I would do it over again in a heartbeat, and change nothing. Thank you to the entire Gadsden House team for giving us the wedding of our dreams!

wedding day came, I was stress-free knowing everything had been addressed! As a bonus, their food is unreal! Thanks to them and my vendor team, I can say I would not have changed a thing about my wedding day.

treach to the last moments of my reception, I was met with enthusiasm, warmth and attention to detail that I never expected! I felt like the team was personally invested in making my wedding the best ever - like I was working with a friend. Planning was an absolute breeze - I am an out of town bride and asked one million questions which were always answered thoroughly and patiently. The resources they build out for their clients are so helpful, with planning guides, seating templates, recommendations, calendar reminders, all in a Google drive with contracts & such made it so simple. They were always accommodating when I was in town to tour the venue with parents who hadn't seen it yet, or if my fiance and I just wanted to look in with our planner. Once topline details were squared away, the communication around the tasting and menu was so helpful. The tasting itself was also a highlight of the planning experience. The food is not your typical wedding food - it is top restaurant quality, beautifully plated and absolutely delicious. My guests have continued to text me about how amazing the food was, several specifically mentioning dreaming about the banana cream pie desserts :) As if I wasn't impressed enough, the actual wedding day could not have been better. Kathleen and her team are absolutely committed to ensuring the bride, groom and families are constantly attended to, in addition to all of the guests. Sofie even was so kind to come up while I was getting ready to say hello and congrats because she couldn't be at my event that day. My husband and I never had to ask for a drink or food, and neither did our families. They were in front of us before we would have even thought to ask. Any little last minute details were handled by my planner and KSH and it made for a totally carefree experience for my husband and I, which was beyond appreciated. At the end of the night, they subtly pack things up for you so that you don't have to lift a finger. You can have a beautiful venue and outstanding food in many places but the white glove service you get with KSH (in addition to knocking the venue & food out of the park) makes them the best of the best. I am SO happy I had my wedding here, it truly could not have gone more perfectly and KSH is the reason! Thank you, thank you!

beyond amazing. Kathleen, Maddie, and the entire staff were always accomodating, friendly, and sweet! They were so quick & helpful with their responses leading up to our big day which helped us feel super prepared and comfortable with them the day of. Throughout our entire wedding day, Kathleen & Maddie were there to make sure we were comfortable, hydrated, fed, and happy! Guests at our wedding even commented that the staff was super sweet and attentive. Second - the food! We knew the food was going to be delicious after our tasting but we were even more blown away the day of. The cocktail hour bites were so delicious - along with the signature drinks! And dinner was BEYOND good. Like - still dreaming about it good! Our guests could not get over how delicious the food was. I am still thinking about the corn panna cotta... Lastly - the Gadsden itself is so stunning. The courtyards, the trees, the beautiful house and porches- everything was so charmingly "Charleston" which is exactly the feel we wanted. I can't say enough good things about the Gadsden and team. Everything was better than we ever could have imagined - thank you so much!

ingle one of the 5 star reviews you have read. The KSHG is first class and the Gadsden House is out of the world beautiful. Kathleen, Regina, and their team were very responsive to endless emails and questions. The tasting was wonderfully planned. And I was pleasantly surprised to see the people who I had emailed with for months were in fact the same people who were there onsite serving me the entire night of the wedding. They did not hand it off to other people. They were there and wonderfully attentive all night. All of our guests were blown away at the Ritz-Carlton level service. If you are considering a seated dinner, I recommend it. Even with 100 people, every meal was piping hot. The entirely female serving staff coordinated meal delivery with each person at the tables receiving their meals simultaneously like a royal event. As the bride, I never had to go get or look for anything. I was attended to and after speaking with our guests, they were as well. We even had a guest with a severe food allergy and they were diligent on communications to ensure she had an allergy-free meal. The Gadsden House & the entire KSHG staff deserve 6 out of 5 stars.

speaking with other vendors, they all had the same reaction about the Gadsden House. We heard from everyone about it being one of the best venues in town and how much they all enjoyed working with the KSHG team. It was so clear to see how well established KSHG is and how many good working relationships they have with vendors all over Charleston. The whole team was so easy to communicate with throughout the entire process. They were full of so much information and always so helpful and willing to answer any questions right away. In addition to being so helpful, KSHG was SO courteous and kind to not only us, but our entire family and all of our guests. I truly did not lift a finger all day, everything between our wonderful planners and KSHG was taken care of. They were always there when you needed them, but never in the way or taking attention away from the party. Our families and friends cannot stop raving over the level of service and kindness from the staff. Our plates were never empty, and our glasses were being refreshed constantly. I was most blown away when were taking pictures after the ceremony, several blocks away, and Madison walked to find us to serve hors d’ouerves. Totally unexpected, but so appreciated. One of our favorite memories of the planning was the tasting. It was such a special time to share with each other and our moms. It really set the bar high for the wedding day, and the expectations were so far exceeded. We loved everything and cannot say enough. You will be in such good hands with the King Street Hospitality Group. We highly recommend KSHG!!

ly. Every single one of our guests were raving about the food and how it was the best food they have ever had at a wedding and I couldn't agree more! I would recommend this venue to everyone!

er venue! -Kensley L.

arranged a tour via FaceTime prior to us booking. We appreciated their organization, responsiveness and patience as they addressed all of our many questions and talked us through the process. We were able to see the venue in January during the tasting/walk through. The King street hospitality group makes the tasting/walk through so much fun! It felt truly like a celebration! The tasting was absolutely delicious and the team walked us through, with the help of our wedding planner (Amy from Buttercup events), to help us see the vision of our wedding day! We cannot begin to describe how much we LOVED our wedding day at the Gadsden House. We had rainy weather but the clear tent + string lights and perfect flowers (from Bliss and Bloom) made the whole house absolutely stunning. The staff at The Gadsden House were incredible. They were so attentive! Everyone had smiles on their faces and they had people assigned to me/husband and to our parents to make sure everyone had drinks/food. It was amazing. We were actually able to enjoy our appetizers/dinner and drinks because the staff made sure that we had exactly what we needed. The whole space flowed flawlessly and no one had to wait for food or drinks with 3 stations and 2 bars. Our guests have continued to talk about how delicious the food was. We had the seafood tower and 3 passed appetizers during cocktail hour and then we had shrimp and grits, chimmichuri and the lemon chicken for stations. They were all AMAZING. The portions were excellent sized and we had more than a few guests going back multiple times for more shrimp and grits! Additionally, the house itself is beautiful for photos. We took some outside when it was not raining but also had great spots on the porches for additional photos. We loved that the space lended itself to multiple “spaces” within one space to have a ceremony, cocktail hour, dinner and dancing. In Charleston, couples have a lot of choice for wedding venues but we cannot recommend The Gadsden House. If we had to do it all over again, my husband and I would pick The Gadsden House every single time!