Il Cielo
Beverly Hills Wedding Location9018 Burton Way
Beverly Hills, CA 90211
Phone: 310/276-9990 Catering Dept.
www.ilcielo.com
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Description
We arrived at Il Cielo at the end of a long sweltering day (Los Angeles was in the middle of a heat wave) and we were, to say the least, tired and cranky. However, the moment we stepped through the wrought-iron gate, we were instantly cheered by our surroundings: the verdant and serene front garden patio of a charming ivy-covered cottage with green wood-trimmed windows and a Mediterranean tile roof. Originally a private residence, this bungalow was transformed into a restaurant in the 1970s. A decade later, Pasquale Vericella, whose family hails from Sorrento, Italy, purchased it and christened it Il Cielo—the sky. Under Pasquale’s deft guidance, Il Cielo has thrived and is now famous for its marvelous Italian fare.
Having hosted some 1,500 weddings over the past 21 years, Il Cielo has also garnered a reputation as an excellent wedding and reception venue. The New York Times rated Il Cielo among the top five places in the country to get married, and such high praise is well deserved—Pasquale and his banquet manager work with each couple to insure that their wedding is seamlessly choreographed, and they encourage a sense of participation and community among family and friends.
Festivities begin on the front garden patio with a mini-feast of champagne, mascarpone cheese and fruit. After this delectable appetizer, guests stroll over to the side courtyard for the ceremony. While waiting for the bride to make her entrance they can admire the setting, reminiscent of a European country villa: a Tuscan courtyard with antique Italian tile floor, pillared walls, and Botticelli angel fountains. This remodeled area has a 50-foot retractable glass skylight, making outdoor weddings possible year-round.
Post ceremony, husband, wife and guests usually reconvene in the front garden to enjoy the giddy go-round of toasts, hors d’oeuvres, and congratulations. The reception itself is held in either of two lovely rooms. The main dining room is a delicate space, whose fireplace, large bay window and cherub-filled, fresco-painted blue ceiling make for a dreamy, elegant ambiance. The Garden Room, with its "aged" stone walls and bottle-green French doors opening onto the courtyard, has an outdoor, summery feel. Topping off the evening, the celebration comes full circle and ends on the front garden patio where it began. Folks gather here once more to revel in Il Cielo’s famous wedding cake, a flourless chocolate confection, layered with white chocolate mousse and fresh raspberries and wrapped in French white chocolate. It’s a delectable way to end the day, as guests wish the bride and groom well before they depart.
Capacity
Ceremony |
Reception/Special Events |
Meetings |
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Max. Seated Indoors: 150 Max. Seated Outdoors: 130 |
Max. Seated Indoors: 150 Max. Seated Outdoors: 130 Max. Standing Indoors: 300 Max. Standing Outdoors: 200 |
Max. Seated: 150 |
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CEREMONY & EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: Il Cielo holds 150 seated or 300 standing guests. |
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Fees & Deposits
To secure your date, a $2,000 deposit is required; the estimated event balance is payable 5 working days prior to the function. Wedding reception menus run $90–125/person and include hors d’oeuvres, 4-course meal and wedding cake; alcohol, tax and a 20% service charge are additional. For weekend events during daytime hours, the use fee varies; for private parties on Saturday evenings (if the restaurant is closed to the public), the fee is $10,000 with a 125-guest guarantee; on Sunday a fee may apply based on number of guests.
For smaller functions, a $500 deposit is required to secure your date; rental fees vary depending on area used and number of guests.
Availability
Year-round, daily, including holidays.
CateringProvidedAlcoholProvidedBYO w/ Corkage Fee Sites UsesCeremoniesWedding Receptions Special Events, Parties Business Functions/Meetings Rehearsal Dinners Services/AmenitiesCatering: provided, no BYOKitchen Facilities: n/a Tables & Chairs: provided Linens, Silver, etc.: provided Restrooms: wheelchair accessible Dance Floor: patio Bride's & Groom's Dressing Area: limited Meeting Equipment: CBA, extra fee Other: full event coordination Parking: valet, extra charge Accommodations: no guestrooms Telephone: pay phone Outdoor Night Lighting: yes Outdoor Cooking Facilities: no Cleanup: provided View: fountain courtyard Kosher: will allow an outside kosher caterer |
MusicIndoorsWheelchair AccessWheelchair AccessibleSite ViewsFountain/Water FeatureGarden Patio/Courtyard RestrictionsAlcohol: provided or corkage $25/bottleSmoking: not restricted Music: amplified OK indoors, acoustic only outdoors Wheelchair Access: yes Insurance: not required Other: no rice throwing on patio |
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