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Sweet Magnolias Events

Event venue · Lake Elmo, MN · reviewed since 2023

How the Experts Score is calculatedEach factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (standing in the category can only raise it), then weighted; problems flagged in review highlights or a recent slide in ratings are subtracted:Satisfaction 69%95+65.8Reliability 31%93+28.6Experts Score= 94Not enough data for value, replies to reviews; its weight is shared by the others.Grade A: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39. Needs 10+ reviews.94SCORE
AGradeLetter from the Experts Score: A = 80+, B = 60–79, C = 40–59, D = 20–39, F = under 20.
#13 of 81 caterersPosition by Experts Score among all companies we track in this category. · better than 85%
5.0 ★★★★★ 25 Google reviews · 24 photos
100%five-star reviews
5.00★last 12 monthsAverage stars on reviews from the last 12 months only.
0%1–2★, last 20 reviewsShare of 1–2★ reviews in the last 24 months — or the 20 newest reviews when the company had fewer than 20 in that time.
16%reviews answered by the owner
Sep 2026latest review

Sweet Magnolias Events at a glance

Google reviewers rate Sweet Magnolias Events five stars based on twenty-five reviews, noting that the owner replied to sixteen percent of comments. Clients frequently describe the venue as clean, flexible, and well-equipped for small gatherings, citing clear instructions and responsive communication. Recurring themes include reasonable pricing, convenient location, and complimentary floral decor. No common criticisms appear in the provided excerpts, as all reviews are positive.

  • Google rating: 5.0 out of 5 from 25 reviews (100% five-star).
  • Reviews on this page: 25 Google reviews (21 with written comments, 8 with photos).
  • Owner responses: the business replied to 16% of reviews.
  • Most recent review: September 26, 2026.
  • Service: Caterer serving Lake Elmo, Minnesota.

Data from Google, last updated October 25, 2026.

Score profile vs other caterers

Score per factor (100 = best)Each factor is scored 0–100 on absolute terms (star average, share of 1–2★ reviews, price verdicts…); standing within the category can only raise it, never lower it.. Strongest: momentum and satisfaction; weakest: reliability.

Satisfaction95Reliability93Craft & service–Value–Momentum100Replies to reviews–Satisfaction: 95 (median 87)Reliability: 93 (median 87)Momentum: 100 (median 100)
Sweet Magnolias EventsCaterers median0 = centre, 100 = best
SatisfactionSatisfaction · 54% of the scoreRecency-weighted star average (2-year half-life), shrunk toward the category mean by review volume; the company’s own lifetime average as the prior; absolute: 4.0★ = 0, 5★ = 100.Sweet Magnolias Events: 95/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
95
ReliabilityReliability · 24% of the scoreHow rarely jobs go badly: share of 1–2★ reviews — 60% the last 24 months (or the 20 newest if fewer), 40% all-time; 0% = 100, 15%+ = 0; the category percentile can only raise it.Sweet Magnolias Events: 93/100 on this factor. Category median: 87.A
93
Craft & serviceCraft & service · penalty only, up to −10 pointsGoogle review highlights: Quality, Professionalism, Responsiveness, Punctuality — how rarely reviewers flag them as a negative, per review since highlights began; 0% = 100, 5%+ = 0. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in — clean highlights are the norm, not a bonus.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 98.–
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ValueValue · 14% of the scoreCustomers’ own price verdicts (Great / Reasonable vs Overpriced) and Value highlights; 65% absolute (all “reasonable” ≈ 80, “great” = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 92.–
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MomentumMomentum · penalty only, up to −10 pointsPenalises only a real slide: last-12-month average below lifetime (−0.5★ = 0). Still 4.8★+ over the last year, or steady/improving = 100. Subtracted from the score (up to −10), never averaged in.Sweet Magnolias Events: 100/100 on this factor. Category median: 100.A
100
Replies to reviewsReplies to reviews · 7% of the scoreHow often the owner publicly replies to reviews under 5★ (1–4★). Needs 3+ such reviews, otherwise not counted; 65% absolute (80%+ replied = 100), the category percentile can only raise it.Not enough reviews for this factor yet. Category median: 30.–
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Star ratings

25 Google reviews we collected

  • 5 stars25100%
  • 4 stars00%
  • 3 stars00%
  • 2 stars00%
  • 1 star00%

Praise vs complaints

Phrases our text analysis found in 21 written reviews

  • Praise32100%
  • Complaints00%

Topic share

How often each topic comes up in the written reviews

  • Would recommend1134%
  • Staff & attitude1031%
  • Quality & results39%
  • Price & value39%
  • Speed & response26%
  • Communication26%
  • Honesty & trust13%

What customers talk about

We read 21 written reviews and marked every phrase about these topics. The same colors are highlighted in the reviews.

  • “I will recommend this space to anyone that asks me.”
  • “Sweet Magnolias is the prettiest little venue in the area!”
  • “Loved the attention to detail, set up, fantastic customer service from the owner and the decor!”
  • “I did pay for the entire decoration package and honestly it was SO worth it.”
  • “The event staff could not have been more responsive to my questions and they were extremely accommodating.”
  • “Easy and quick communication with Tara.”

People customers mention

  • Tara 5 reviews

praise complaint · found by our text analysis, Google review wording unchanged.

Recent reviews

LaceyLocal Guide · 34 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 4 weeks ago★★★★★

Hosted a small get together for my daughter and her friends. Easy instructions, very clean, great space, and incredible flexibility for layout. Really enjoyed working with Tara and am so grateful for the ease of hosting that evening.

Michelle6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

We held our sons and significant others baby shower here this weekend. The venue room was beautiful!! The entire process of booking a couple months ago through the event was stress free. I am so glad we chose Sweet Magnolias. I literally have no regrets or disappointments what so ever. I will recommend this space to…

Grace5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 2 months ago★★★★★

Sweet Magnolias is the prettiest little venue in the area! I hosted my bridal shower here and it couldn’t have been more perfect. Tara is wonderful to work with and brought my floral vision to life as well, which is another perk of the place. Definitely recommend!

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HeidiLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 3 months ago★★★★★

We could not have been happier with our experience at the Magnolias Room! Tara the owner, does everything with ease and confidence. She made me feel assured that everything would be perfect for my daughter’s bridal shower. And it was. We walked into a perfectly decorated room. I did pay for the entire decoration…

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KennyLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 6 months ago★★★★★

Used this little venue for my brothers celebration of life. It was the perfect size, very cute, and set up beautifully. The owner was so easy and pleasant to work with, and created some beautiful flower designs. Definitely recommend for your small gathering needs.

J5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews this person has written across all businesses on Google Maps (not just this one). More reviews usually means a more experienced, trustworthy reviewer. · 10 months ago★★★★★

I rented Sweet Magnolias for my daughter's birthday party and it was tremendous. The space was clean and set up exactly how we wanted it. The space has everything you need to host an event and bring in your own food--including a disco ball if you want to throw a dance party. We loved our evening there and our family…

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Customer reviews

5.0 ★★★★★ 25 reviews on Google · rating breakdown

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Lacey StensonLocal Guide · 34 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Lacey has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Hosted a small get together for my daughter and her friends. Easy instructions, very clean, great space, and incredible flexibility for layout. Really enjoyed working with Tara and am so grateful for the ease of hosting that evening.

Michelle Koch6 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Michelle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We held our sons and significant others baby shower here this weekend. The venue room was beautiful!! The entire process of booking a couple months ago through the event was stress free. I am so glad we chose Sweet Magnolias. I literally have no regrets or disappointments what so ever. I will recommend this space to anyone that asks me. Thank you, Sweet Magnolias, for making our party day to celebrate our new grand-baby arrival so memorable.

Grace Kern5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Grace has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Sweet Magnolias is the prettiest little venue in the area! I hosted my bridal shower here and it couldn’t have been more perfect. Tara is wonderful to work with and brought my floral vision to life as well, which is another perk of the place. Definitely recommend!

Heidi KruegerLocal Guide · 18 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Heidi has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

We could not have been happier with our experience at the Magnolias Room! Tara the owner, does everything with ease and confidence. She made me feel assured that everything would be perfect for my daughter’s bridal shower. And it was. We walked into a perfectly decorated room. I did pay for the entire decoration package and honestly it was SO worth it. It made my daughter happy and she said she had the most beautiful shower ever. Thank you!

Kenny JLocal Guide · 14 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Kenny has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Used this little venue for my brothers celebration of life. It was the perfect size, very cute, and set up beautifully. The owner was so easy and pleasant to work with, and created some beautiful flower designs. Definitely recommend for your small gathering needs.

J Schwartz5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews J has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I rented Sweet Magnolias for my daughter's birthday party and it was tremendous. The space was clean and set up exactly how we wanted it. The space has everything you need to host an event and bring in your own food--including a disco ball if you want to throw a dance party. We loved our evening there and our family will not forget it. I also run a small business and will be reserving a space her for an upcoming meeting. Thanks Tara and staff!

Keona ProkopLocal Guide · 117 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Keona has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had my baby shower here and it was such a perfect venue! They own the flower shop next door which came in handy too. It was the perfect space for 35 people. It has a private bathroom that’s super cute and a kitchen and bar. It comes with tables and chairs for the guests and the food and gifts. I rented a sign stand for my decor from them. It’s so nice having everything you need and not having to bring too much in. It’s a do it yourself experience so you show up and she has a lock box and you use the space on your own and clean up and close the space back up. I would highly recommend for your next baby shower, bridal shower, birthday party etc. so much better than doing it at your own house or renting a park for almost the same cost and risking the weather. Much less stress and so much cuter!

Sarah WoodLocal Guide · 22 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Sarah has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

I had my small wedding ceremony/reception here and it was AMAZING. The venue is so cute and the acoustics are so good that it carried the event and didn’t require us to bring a ton of decor. Working with Tara was easy and the rates were very reasonable! I have absolutely no complaints about this venue.

J G4 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews J has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

Sweet Magnolias Event’s space was absolutely perfect for an end-of-season basketball team gathering! It comfortably fit all of the players and their families. Tara also made it extra special by using black and blue tablecloths. She was great to work with and went above and beyond to make sure our event was the best!

Rachelle Hartney5 reviewsTotal number of Google reviews Rachelle has written across all businesses on Google Maps, not just this one.
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★★★★★

They did a beautiful job with our baby shower. Definitely recommend Sweet Magnolias as a venue for your special occasion!

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