The Best Restaurants for Weddings in Seattle

To help, we’ve got a list here of eight restaurants in Seattle that can host your wedding event. We’re avoiding listing hotels with restaurants in them in favor of less-obvious options. Some of the smaller venues on this list may not have the space for ceremonies but would be ideal places for reception dinners; in any case you should have a detailed conversation with the manager or event staff in order to hash out details. (For more tips on how to hold a wedding in a restaurant, check out this handy guide.) And though we’ve highlighted these places because of a combination of food, scenic views, and whimsy, you should keep in mind that most restaurants are willing to host events or even rent out their entire space to you, so if you have a favorite place, you should call them and ask.

Our favorites include Ballard mainstay Ray’s Boathouse, which excels at salmon, fresh oysters and mussels, as well as its herb-rolled leg of lamb, and ultimate flex option Canlis. New to the map as of the latest update in May 2025 is Stoneburner, which has a secret rooftop.

Ray’s Boathouse

Ray’s hosts weddings (including ceremonies) year-round in its private Northwest Room right next to the Boathouse and Cafe. Views off the deck overlook Shilshole Bay, and there’s an indoor space just in case the weather turns. The wedding package comes with an AV system, dance floor, floral centerpieces for the tables, and an event manager (one of those things you may not realize how much you need). Of course, there full bar and dining menus with seafood, meat, and vegetarian options. Find out more at Ray’s official wedding page.

Stoneburner

You might know this Ballard Avenue mainstay as a brunch spot, but it has a rooftop event space called the Olympic Rooftop Pavilion. This accommodates up to 130 guests for a seated dinner and features a fireplace as well as walls that can be moved to make it an open-air space. There are views of the Cascades as well as the surrounding waterways, and while the website notes that to have your wedding here you have to get food catered by Stoneburner, that’s surely a benefit rather than a drawback.

Westward

Located at the north end of Lake Union, Westward has a deck with sweeping views, fire pit, and boat parking. In cooler months, guests can get cozy on the deck’s Adirondack chairs under wool blankets. Oysters and seafood with a bit of Mediterranean influence rule the day here, as well as items from other Sea Creatures restaurants. Email the events manager for more info.

Canlis

For a true flex, rent out the penthouse at Canlis, one of Seattle’s most iconic restaurants, for your wedding reception. This space has wraparound views of Lake Union and the Cascades, a full service bar, and a baby grand piano. The seated dinner capacity is just 80, you’ll need to book a long time in advance, and it’s e-x-p-e-n-s-i-v-e, but you already knew that, right? Check out Canlis’s events page for more details.

Dockside At Dukes

Just between South Lake Union and Eastlake sits Dockside at Dukes, the event space for popular seafood chain Duke’s. This has waterfront views of Lake Union, with indoor and outdoor areas that can accommodate up to 325 wedding guests; there’s even a bridal suite and green room. For weddings, some popular Duke’s items include crab cakes, pan-seared salmon, and red wine–braised short ribs.

Salty’s on Alki Beach

For a reception with an unmatched view of the Seattle skyline, head to Salty’s on Alki Beach. Choose from three private dining rooms, all with patios or decks, or combine all three for the Grand Skyline Ballroom experience, which accommodates up to 300 guests (or 240 seated). Some examples from the banquet menu are New York Strip, Steelhead, lobster tail, risotto, and kids options.

Corson Building

An intimate gem tucked in the Georgetown neighborhood, the Corson Building was once an elegant private home, now serves as a restaurant, and would make for wedding photos that will make all your old middle school bullies sick. Just sayin’. The seasonal menus here are fantastic and the staff will coordinate your event with you (including facilitating the rental of sound equipment). Do note, though, that the 80-seat-capacity space is in a covered/heated outdoor area, so it may not be ideal for weddings in the rainy season.