12 San Francisco Venues for a Small Wedding

Venue Superpowers:

Glamorous Landmark Non-Profit

Bay Views

Upscale Accommodations

Fab Features: stately 1926 landmark in the heart of Union Square with 10th and 11th floor event spaces • venues range from the glamorous chandelier-draped Commander's Ballroom to the intimate, fireplace-warmed Heritage and Regimental Rooms • loved ones can stay over in plush guest rooms and suites

Venue Superpowers:

Modern Luxury

Gorgeous Views

Upscale Accommodations

Fab Features: iconic turn-of-the-century hotel known as the "Grand Dame of Union Square" • stunning ballrooms adorned with gilt pillars and intricately carved ceilings • breathtaking, 32nd-floor Tower Building views that extend from the Bay Bridge to the Golden Gate

Venue Superpowers: 

Waterfront Restaurant

Panoramic Golden Gate Views

Fresh, Responsibly Sourced Menus

Fab Features: iconic waterfront restaurant in the heart of Fisherman's Wharf with panoramic views of the Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Island from every table • celebrate in the historic Eagle Café, where walls of windows showcase the bay, or the charming Sea Lion Room with its wood-planked ceilings • customized menus showcase fresh, responsibly sourced ingredients, including oceanfront seafood that's delivered and hand-cut daily

Venue Superpowers:

Panoramic Cityscape Views

Late Night Celebrations

On-Site Accommodations

Fab Features: versatile event space set above SF"s Financial District • chic celebrations in the penthouse's loft-like interior with well-appointed decor and fabulous city views • dine and dance the night away beneath stringed bistro lights on the intimate rooftop deck

Venue Superpowers:

Embarcadero Location

Authentic Peruvian Cuisine

Bayfront Patio

Fab Features: historic landmark-turned-restaurant in the heart of the Embarcadero • exquisite Peruvian-inspired sea-to-table menus paired with handcrafted pisco cocktails • the spacious, light-filled interior and patio spaces both overlook the Bay and Treasure Island

Venue Superpowers: 

Art Deco Glam

Creative Mixology

Heated Outdoor Space

Fab Features: unique space with a rich history: an iconic jazz club, then a beloved lesbian club, now a stylish event venue • the Avedon room is a mod, '60s-inspired fully heated outdoor space with a cool saffron sofa, vibrant mural, and plenty of space for dancing • the Deco Room and Peacock Room boast truly glamorous décor, including plush leather booths, gleaming gold & brass fixtures, and Art Deco mirrors

Venue Superpowers:

Modern Romance

Full-Service

Creative Cuisine

Fab Features: Beaux-arts style hotel just blocks from Union Square • intimate ceremonies in front of a grand fireplace flanked by arched columns illuminated by sparkling chandeliers • the elegant ballroom boasts Art Deco design elements and floor-to-ceiling windows that flood the space with natural light

Venue Superpowers:

SoMa Setting

Rooftop Patio

Delicious Dining

Fab Features: chic hotel in the heart of SoMa • intimate 5th-floor event spaces include the speakeasy-style Stillhouse Room and the light-flooded Cooper Room, which opens onto the stylish Angel's Share Patio • delectable food & craft bars from the in-house restaurant Dirty Habit

Venue Superpowers: 

Secluded, Sophisticated Vibe

Wine Pairings

Glass-Walled Library

Fab Features: sophisticated wine bar with a cozy, upscale vibe • numerous unique event spaces, including a sleek bottle lounge & private dining room, a light-flooded, glass-walled library, and plush lounges • delectable small plates and wine pairings

Venue Superpowers:

Intimate Setting

Historic Charm

Romantic Elopements

Fab Features: an exuberant Queen Anne-style landmark • hold a romantic outdoor garden ceremony • celebrate in the warm and elegantly restored three-story home among plush, period furnishings and antiques

Artsy Vibes

Al Fresco Affairs
 

Top-Notch Cuisine

Fab Features: dynamic hotspot that combines art, film, and fabulous food, with several cool spaces for private dining • al fresco celebrations in the courtyard where films are projected on an exterior wall • the dishes draw on international influences and use fresh, seasonal ingredients

Venue Superpowers: 

On-Site Accommodations

Year-Round Outdoor Terrace

All-Inclusive

Fab Features: modern, plush hotel with a warm, amenity-filled interior • the Pacific Terrace offers an expansive, clear-covered outdoor venue available year-round • Grand Ballroom boasts 20-foot ceilings and massive windows to bring the outside in

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