LGBTQ+ friendly restaurant & bar wedding venues

Restaurants and bars make for relaxed, food-first weddings, often after a ceremony at the register office or town hall. Many offer private rooms or exclusive hire.Ask about minimum spends, music and how late you can stay.Frequently asked questionsAre these venues LGBTQ+ friendly?Yes. Every venue on Gay and Lesbian Weddings is listed because it welcomes same-sex and LGBTQ+ couples.Where are the most restaurants and bars?In the UK, Greater London, Tyne and Wear and West Midlands have the most. In the US, New York, Illinois and Massachusetts have the most. Use the filters on any location page to narrow your search.Can we marry and hold the reception at one of these venues?Often, yes. In the UK, check that the venue is approved for ceremonies. In the US, ask whether the venue hosts ceremonies with your own officiant.