If you post more photographs of food than selfies or beaches on Instagram, you should probably think about having your wedding at a restaurant rather than a beach or a resort. Restaurants, being venues for weddings, clearly have a focus on food. Restaurant wedding venues offer a wide variety of built-in amenities for your wedding, including breathtaking vistas, seats, drinks, staff, and occasionally even wedding decor. What more can we say? It’s a one-stop shop for all your needs! Numerous restaurants provide the option of renting out separate rooms for wedding receptions, so even an intimate gathering of 12 people can feel like a memorable occasion. If your guest list is significantly larger, you also have the option of purchasing the entire restaurant.
The following list of restaurant wedding venues from across the country is provided to assist you in your search for a wedding location.
The Gramercy Tavern, located in New York City
Intimate get-togethers that are looking for an experience that is quintessentially New York should not seek much farther than the illustrious Gramercy Tavern. Gramercy Tavern is not only well-known for its exceptional chefs (the establishment has been awarded two Michelin stars), but it is also widely acclaimed for its extensive wine list, and it boasts one of the most inviting private rooms in all of Manhattan. The stately hardwood table, wood-beamed ceiling, and American antiques in the room provide the ideal accompaniment to the traditional food and your elegant celebration. The restaurant offers an additional perk in the form of the ability to organize floral arrangements from a local designer.
Merriman’s Kapalua, Hawaii
Check out Merriman’s Kapalua if your notion of a dream wedding includes Hawaiian sunsets, seafood that has been fished locally, and, of course, views of the ocean. Before heading into the restaurant’s indoor-outdoor venue for the wedding reception, you can invite up to one hundred guests to see you exchange vows on the deck that overlooks Kapalua Bay while you are there. Dinners beneath chandeliers can be enjoyed in the cabana, which has space for up to 40 people for social gatherings of a more intimate nature.
Restaurant McCrady’s, Charleston, South Carolina
It is not hard to fathom why the Long Room at McCrady’s Tavern has served as an event space for the entirety of its more than two-hundred-year history. The event space in downtown Charleston features two big fireplaces, massive Venetian chandeliers, and large bay windows that let in an abundance of natural light. Additionally, the venue features massive Venetian chandeliers. When you combine all of these elements, you have the makings of a traditional Southern wedding, and well-known chefs will prepare the cuisine.
DC’s City Winery, Washington
City Winery DC, a restaurant that doubles as a wedding location, offers five different settings for couples to exchange vows, ranging from the classic winery wedding in a barrel room to views of Northwest DC from its own rooftop. Some can accommodate as many as 225 guests. We are partial to the wine garden located on the third floor because of its ivy-covered walls, fireplace, and ample area that can accommodate one hundred guests in addition to a dance floor. In addition, the wine labels that are placed on the bottles that are served during the reception can be personalized by the couple.
Restaurant Carbon Beach Club, Malibu, California
When you organize your wedding on the terrace of this restaurant, which is located within the posh Malibu Beach Inn, you will be able to witness the smashing of the waves of the Pacific Ocean below you as you say, “I do.” Following the exchanging of vows, a feast with freshly caught fish from the Pacific Ocean and items sourced from the nearby One Gun Ranch should be served to the guests. In addition, out-of-town visitors may simply arrange accommodations on the premises of the seaside resort, and before the start of the celebrations, you can schedule pre-wedding spa treatments or beachside yoga sessions.
Taco Bell Cantina, Las Vegas, Nevada
What about having the wedding at a quick-service restaurant? Taco Bell Cantina in Las Vegas is the place to go if your idea of a grand reception includes serving Chalupa Supremes topped with Fire sauce. Since weddings are all about showcasing your unique personality, if this sounds like something you would enjoy doing at your reception, you should check it out. After you have exchanged your vows with 25 friends and family members on the second level — a personalized backdrop and a bouquet made of Taco Bell Sauce Packets are provided — chow down on your preferred cuisine as a way to celebrate the occasion. After that, slice yourself some Cinnabon Delights cake and raise a glass of Taco Bell-branded champagne to the occasion.
Frequently asked questions:
Is having a destination wedding less expensive?
Weddings at a destination aren’t exclusively for the wealthy. One in four brides wants to get married abroad and pay for it themselves! A destination wedding typically costs $20,000, which is significantly less than the nationwide average for regular weddings.
What is the most well-liked wedding locale in the United States?
Hawaii is often ranked as the greatest place for weddings. And for a good cause. Beautiful backdrops for wedding photos include black sand beaches, mountain peaks, beach access to a private beach, and breathtaking sunsets.
What are the costs for attendees at destination weddings?
According to the CompareCards.com poll, a guest at a destination wedding spends $1,421 on average, including travel expenses, presents, and personal expenses. For destination weddings outside of the United States, that figure rises to $2,514. Travel expenses at a destination wedding in the United States cost, on average, $640.
