Top of the Tower

I had my wedding here in 2013. The initial meeting to check out the space and discuss dates and prices was an awkward affair as she who shall not be named who formerly managed the spot was pushy and condescending. However, we decided to go through with this as our reception spot despite my fiancé’s misgivings due to the manager/​event planner’s attitude. At that time, the deal was the space itself was «free» if you met a certain overall event price through food and drink. Planning a wedding was the single most stressful experience of my life and I grew more and more terrified that Top of the Tower would completely mismanage my wedding… But I was wrong! Towards the end, I dealt more with an event coordinator their named Rachel Gilkey and I cannot recommend her more! She was responsible for making my wedding a seamless and memorable event at that space! Even though another event was scheduled that morning, they scrambled to get that space cleaned and decorated as I’s desired. Everyone at our wedding enjoyed the food which was delicious and the spot made for a lot of gorgeous photos. If this space has gone downhill in terms of an event spot, I’m sad to hear it!

Had my wedding there 6÷7÷2014, was OK, view from the tower is nice and the food is pretty good, however, be prepared for whatever price they quote you to inflate to 150% to 200%. Absolutely ridiculous! Also, being approached for an additional tip is incredibly unprofessional, especially when there is a service charge for the gratuity built into the price they quote you! Also, my mother walked into the room I got ready in halfway through the reception and found a server digging through my purse (little blonde girl with a fishtail braid on one side). Are you kidding me? Not happy with that at all. Really fortunate I had nothing in my purse but lipstick and hairspray for the day. If you choose this place for your wedding venue, PROCEED WITH CAUTION.

Attended a Washburn Alumni function here. The lunch menu was described as Soup & Salad… and I had a Plan B for a so-​so meal.
Instead…the selections were amazing! Every plate was piled high with a huge selection of yummy, fresh salad options. Not just the lettuce and dressing stuff. Cookies were gobbled up.
Nice to have water and tea on the table for self-​serving.
I won’t hesitate to attend a Soup and Salad luncheon again at Top of the Tower!

The Top of the Tower is a first-​rate, first-​class event location. As a private club, the venue has been serving the business and civic community of Topeka since 1968. I attended a birthday party and was completely impressed with every aspect of this place. We were greeted as we entered the room. Not with «Welcome to the Top of the Tower» but by saying «Welcome to Linda’s Birthday Party!»
The space is separated into two rooms; the dining room and the lounge. The dining room is large enough for nearly 70 people to sit. The lounge has a full bar, room for a band, a dance floor and tables for another 20 people.
The buffet display was magnificent. Cheeses, vegetables, meats, sandwiches, shrimp and a huge selection of delectable desserts. The food was amazing. The staff continually refreshed the platters and kept the buffet looking beautiful.
The band, Lipriddle from Kansas City, was fantastic. They played a great mix of tunes from the 60’s to today. Their sound was wonderful and they kept the crowd dancing all night long.
The staff at the Top of the Tower was exceptional in every way. I know the birthday girl had a wonderful time. So did all the guests.