Every Monday this year we are highlighting a unique Vegas wedding venue in the Ultimate Vegas Wedding Guide! Today the focus is on restaurant receptions on the south Strip.
Restaurant receptions are common for many smaller Vegas weddings, as almost every Las Vegas restaurant offers some kind of private dining, and they make it easy to host a reception for 30 or fewer people. Instead of everyone swimming in a room that is too large for the group, these restaurants tailorsized their venues to smaller groups. You get all the benefits of the restaurant’s decor and location in addition to customized menus, the ambience, service and privacy.
Here are five of my favorite restaurants on the south end (and center) of The Strip for wedding receptions of up to 30 guests. You can read Part One: North Strip restaurants here.
For more suggestions, be sure to check out the Little Vegas Wedding venue guide restaurant listings or 140+ restaurants perfect for Vegas wedding receptions
Border Grill — Mandalay Bay
(Caesars Palace Location: Opening September 2014)
It’s no secret I love Border Grill. Great Mexican food with a vibrant atmosphere and indoor and outdoor options: what’s not to love? The best options for smaller weddings are the Ciudad Dining Room (34 guests) or the covered outdoor Cantina Patio for up to 60 guests.
- Breakfast, lunch, cocktail and dinner menus available.
- Price per guest: $21-69
- Dancefloor: Yes | Patio: Yes
- See:Â Menus, Floorplans + Details
- Cuisine Style: Mexican. Don’t miss: the Cadillac margaritas or chile relleno. Innovative action buffet stations for tacos, desserts and paella are available for banquets
- Decor: Funky with bright colors and expansive windows overlooking the Mandalay Bay pools
Verandah — Four Seasons Las Vegas
This intimate dining experience inside Verandah offers two private dining rooms for weddings: La Luna for up to 12, and La Sala for 26. The serene and calming atmosphere with views of the lush pool area cannot be beat.
- Breakfast, lunch and dinner menus available, served à la carte, buffet or family-style.
- Price per guest: Contact venue for current pricing
- Dancefloor: No | Patio: Yes (for larger parties)
- See:Â Menus, Floorplans + Details
- Cuisine Style: Italian. Don’t miss: the housemade pastas! Gluten free menu options are available.
- Decor: Tropical country club chic
Aureole — Mandalay Bay
Aureole is a breathtaking restaurant inside Mandalay Bay a world unto itself. A four-story wine tower, outdoor garden and fountain area with swans and modern cuisine make it unforgettable, like a secret garden. The terrace hosts up to 40 guests while the Center Room hosts up to 30.
- Price per guest: $85-120, bar packages from $25 an hour
- Dancefloor: No | Patio: Yes (for larger groups)
- See:Â Menus, Floorplans + Details
- Cuisine Style: New American. Don’t miss: Charlie Palmer’s signature French Onion soup. Tasting menus and wine pairings from their extensive list are available
- Decor: Modern, with natural light from oversized windows overlooking Swan Court
Jean-Georges Steakhouse — Aria Las Vegas
A classic steakhouse inside Aria, Jean-Georges is a masculine space (as you might expect for a steakhouse) with two options for wedding receptions: a 20 seat boardroom and 12 seat chef’s table.
- Cocktail receptions and dinner menus available.
- Price per guest:Â $30-165Â
- Dancefloor: No | Patio: No
- See:Â Menus, Floorplans + Details
- Cuisine Style: Modern Steakhouse with an Asian twist. Don’t miss: broiled bone marrow or black truffle and comté fritters. A/V equipment for slideshows is available
- Decor: Sleek and chic with dark woods, metal details and bull accents
Mon Ami Gabi — Paris Las Vegas
The French bistro Mon Ami Gabi offers a fantastic view of the Bellagio fountains or the Eiffel Tower replica. Two private dining rooms accommodation up to 24 at a long table and Cafe Halle for up to 40 guests. There are also semi-private options.
- Lunch, brunch, cocktail receptions and dinner menus available.
- Price per guest: $25-75
- Dancefloor: No |Â Patio: Yes (for larger weddings)
- See:Â Menus, Floorplans + Details
- Cuisine Style: French Steakhouse. Don’t miss: steak frites
- Decor: Classic bistro with red velvet drapes, and rich woods. Linens, candles, menus and table numbers included in private event rentals
Get inspired with these real Vegas weddings with restaurant receptions. Searching for the perfect venue for your Las Vegas wedding? Be sure to check out the other posts in the Ultimate Vegas Wedding Venue series, or peruse the Vegas Wedding Venue Directory!