A new chapter unfolds for one of downtown Phoenix’s most iconic landmarks – the Monroe Street Abbey – as renowned Steve Short Culinary Team takes the reins. Known for decades of award-winning hospitality leadership through Atlasta Catering, the team now brings its expertise to full-time operations and event management at the historic 1929 Gothic structure.
Monroe Street Abbey is a premier, all-inclusive event venue, offering curated hospitality, expert culinary execution, and in-house bar service under one unified vision. The Steve Short team will orchestrate every aspect of guest experience, from logistics and catering to service and sustainability.
“Monroe Street Abbey is a breathtaking space, but delivering an extraordinary event requires more than a beautiful setting,” Chef Short said. “It takes seasoned hospitality, flawless logistics, and a culinary vision that enhances every moment. That’s what we’re bringing to the table.”
This evolution transforms the Abbey into Arizona’s most distinctive open-air venue, where history and modern hospitality converge under the desert sky. Originally built as the First Baptist Church of Phoenix, the venue has been thoughtfully reimagined by renowned architect Eddie Jones.
It now features a dramatic open-air courtyard with space for up to 600 guests, a climate-controlled ballroom, private terraces, elegant greenrooms, and a state-of-the-art commercial kitchen, all carefully integrated into the original historic structure.
From weddings and concerts to brand activations and corporate galas, events at Monroe Street Abbey are crafted to deliver more than just aesthetics. With the Steve Short Culinary Team at the helm, clients can access professional event coordination, refined cuisine, and seamless full-service bar operations through the venue’s dedicated liquor license – all in-house, under one award-winning team.
Sustainability, artistry, and guest-focused service are now the pillars of this redefined landmark, placing Monroe Street Abbey at the forefront of Arizona’s event scene. For more information, visit monroestreetabbey.com.
