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- 2026
Acqua Al 2
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"We hosted a P.E.P. (Pre-Elopement Party) at Acqua Al 2 and it was truly phenomenal - better than..."
"Danielle and Stacy were absolutely phenomenal. We had the absolute best time!!!! Acqua is such a..."
About this venue
Romantic. Elegant. Unforgettable.
Tucked away in the heart of historic downtown Annapolis, just minutes from the Chesapeake Bay, Acqua al 2 is where timeless romance meets Italian elegance. Imagine exchanging vows in a setting filled with warm candlelight, rustic charm, and the aroma of authentic Tuscan cuisine.
Your wedding should be extraordinary—and so should the food. We are an all inclusive venue that charges a food & beverage minimum instead of any venue fees and we include much more than just food - we also include the tables, chairs, linens, place settings, bar glassware and your event staff.
Whether you’re envisioning an intimate gathering or a grand celebration, Acqua al 2 offers the perfect setting to bring your wedding to life:
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Private Dining Rooms – Perfect for rehearsal dinners, showers, or intimate receptions
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Exclusive Speakeasy – A sultry, hidden gem for a unique cocktail hour, after-party, or bachelorette dinner
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Full 2nd Floor Buyout – Transform the entire space into your very own. The second floor can accommodate up to 134 guests with a dance floor, and we are able to host ceremonies for up to 100 guests or fewer.
Flawless Service, Stress-Free Planning
From the moment you inquire to the last dance of the night, our dedicated team ensures a seamless, stress-free experience. You focus on celebrating your love story—we handle the rest.
Your forever starts here. Let’s make it unforgettable.
Schedule a tour today and fall in love with Acqua al 2—you won’t regret it!
Experience
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4 years in business
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We speak English
FAQ
Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?
No
Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?
No
Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?
Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
Set Up
Tables
Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?
Server(s)
What is the starting price per person for bar service?
$20
Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?
Bartender(s)
How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?
5
Describe your venue:
Historic Building
Restaurant
What kind of settings are available?
Indoor
Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?
Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Elopements
Rehearsal Dinner
What event services do you offer?
Bar Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
What catering services do you offer?
Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Family Style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
What bar services do you provide?
Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine
What event items are available?
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Furniture
Lighting
Tables
What food and beverage items are available?
Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens
What transportation and access is available?
Wheelchair Access
What months are included in your peak season?
May
June
August
September
October
November
December
What months are included in your off-peak season?
July
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Reviews of Acqua Al 2
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Acqua Al 2 is a charming, intimate Annapolis venue with rustic‑chic decor and exposed brick that makes a beautiful wedding backdrop. Guests rave about the outstanding food and cocktails, and staff are professional, attentive, and warm, executing seamless transitions. They can be strict on timing and custom requests, but most highly recommend it.
Taylor Sent on 05/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating
12/10 - Amazing Venue
We hosted a P.E.P. (Pre-Elopement Party) at Acqua Al 2 and it was truly phenomenal - better than anything we could have imagined.
We had a 25-person sit-down dinner followed by an open bar where more friends joined us to celebrate before we left for Europe. From start to finish, the process was seamless and the professionalism of the entire team was unmatched. They helped us select menu options that were generous in portion, and absolutely delicious (plus they all came out warm). Our guests could not stop raving about the food.
We were a little nervous about cocktail quality given the volume, but every single drink was made as if we sitting at the actual cocktail bar. The presentation, the taste — everything was top-tier.
And the staff? Incredible. Guests were chatting with them like old friends, even introducing them to others - that’s how warm and welcoming everyone was. I wasn’t a “traditional bride,” but multiple staff members still came up to me throughout the night to ask if I needed anything, or if they could get me something. It genuinely felt like they were part of our celebration.
This event was above and beyond what we expected, and we’re still hearing compliments from guests about how well-executed the night was. I could go on and on, but simply put: 12/10 experience.
Whether you're planning a wedding, rehearsal dinner, or your own version of a pre-elopement party - host it at Acqua Al 2. You won’t regret it.
We had a 25-person sit-down dinner followed by an open bar where more friends joined us to celebrate before we left for Europe. From start to finish, the process was seamless and the professionalism of the entire team was unmatched. They helped us select menu options that were generous in portion, and absolutely delicious (plus they all came out warm). Our guests could not stop raving about the food.
We were a little nervous about cocktail quality given the volume, but every single drink was made as if we sitting at the actual cocktail bar. The presentation, the taste — everything was top-tier.
And the staff? Incredible. Guests were chatting with them like old friends, even introducing them to others - that’s how warm and welcoming everyone was. I wasn’t a “traditional bride,” but multiple staff members still came up to me throughout the night to ask if I needed anything, or if they could get me something. It genuinely felt like they were part of our celebration.
This event was above and beyond what we expected, and we’re still hearing compliments from guests about how well-executed the night was. I could go on and on, but simply put: 12/10 experience.
Whether you're planning a wedding, rehearsal dinner, or your own version of a pre-elopement party - host it at Acqua Al 2. You won’t regret it.
Jordan Sent on 04/21/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Wedding review
Danielle and Stacy were absolutely phenomenal. We had the absolute best time!!!! Acqua is such a cute venue, the food is delish, it’s right in the heart of Annapolis, and the staff was FABULOUS. Cannot recommend more!
Fraisia Sent on 02/27/2026
5 out of 5 rating
Perfect All Encompassing Cozy Venue
Looking for a mostly all in one wedding venue for 100 people or less? Look no further than Acqua Al 2 at the top of Main Street in Annapolis. We truly could not have asked for a better wedding day at Acqua Al 2. We were looking for a very specific vibe for our venue and Acqua absolutely delivered. We loved the entire vibe of the venue and the fact that we just brought in our own DJ, videographer, and photographer and that was it. Our guests could not stop raving about the food and the drinks (especially the mocktails!) and how great of a venue it was. We loved every second of working with Danielle and Stacy and feel like we got so much bang for our buck. Truly cannot stop singing the praises and loved having our quintessential Annapolis wedding here! I love that we get to go back every year to celebrate our anniversary as well since we truly love the food and the environment.
Ashley Sent on 06/22/2025
5 out of 5 rating
The Perfect Team for Your Perfect Day
Our wedding at Aqua al 2 in Annapolis was absolutely everything we hoped it would be, and we owe so much of that to the amazing team who helped bring it all to life.
The venue itself was stunning—elegant, warm, and intimate with just the right amount of charm. The staff at Aqua al 2 went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly, and the service was top-notch from beginning to end.
We were lucky enough to have Keemer Entertainment as our DJ, and we can’t say enough great things about them! Keemer was more than just a DJ—he truly set the tone for the entire evening. From the ceremony to the last dance, every moment was perfectly timed, and the energy on the dance floor never dropped. His professionalism, equipment setup, and music selection were all flawless. Guests are still talking about how much fun they had!
And to top it off, we had the incredible Nichole Keemer as our photographer. Nichole captured every detail and emotion so beautifully. She has a gift for catching those genuine, candid moments that really tell the story of the day. We never felt staged or rushed—just completely natural, and the photos reflect that in the best way possible.
If you’re planning a wedding in the Annapolis area, we highly recommend this dream team: Aqua al 2 for the venue, Keemer Entertainment for DJ services, and Nichole Keemer for photography. Together, they made our day unforgettable, and we’re forever grateful.
— The Maynard Wedding 💍
The venue itself was stunning—elegant, warm, and intimate with just the right amount of charm. The staff at Aqua al 2 went above and beyond to make sure everything ran smoothly, and the service was top-notch from beginning to end.
We were lucky enough to have Keemer Entertainment as our DJ, and we can’t say enough great things about them! Keemer was more than just a DJ—he truly set the tone for the entire evening. From the ceremony to the last dance, every moment was perfectly timed, and the energy on the dance floor never dropped. His professionalism, equipment setup, and music selection were all flawless. Guests are still talking about how much fun they had!
And to top it off, we had the incredible Nichole Keemer as our photographer. Nichole captured every detail and emotion so beautifully. She has a gift for catching those genuine, candid moments that really tell the story of the day. We never felt staged or rushed—just completely natural, and the photos reflect that in the best way possible.
If you’re planning a wedding in the Annapolis area, we highly recommend this dream team: Aqua al 2 for the venue, Keemer Entertainment for DJ services, and Nichole Keemer for photography. Together, they made our day unforgettable, and we’re forever grateful.
— The Maynard Wedding 💍
Melissa Sent on 03/21/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Best Of The Best
I worked with Stacy starting last summer to plan a December wedding. We were so lucky and thankful to snag the weekend of December 7th and thanks to her leadership and the amazing team at Acqua, we had the best wedding reception and planned it in just 5 months. I had so many questions during the process and had a pretty strong vision, and Stacy was SO patient, organized, thorough, creative, experienced and kind throughout the entire process. It all came together seamlessly after a lot of work. We had a pretty big party (160 people), live band, tons of dancing, and too much fun! I cannot recommend Acqua Al 2 enough if you are looking for a wedding space that is indoors. The exposed brick and historical charm make for the BEST back drop. We got so many compliments. The food is exceptional, the drinks are high-quality and the location can't be beat being in the heart of Downtown Annapolis. I could go on and on, but just trust me and book this for your wedding!!
Shannon Sent on 03/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Perfect Intimate Wedding Reception Venue
Stacy and the whole team at Acqua Al 2 took such great care of us from start to finish! We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect place for our wedding reception. The food is UNREAL. I highly, highly recommend!
Samantha Sent on 03/20/2025
5 out of 5 rating
Dream Venue
My husband and I could not have picked a better venue for our wedding reception. The entire restaurant has this classy, cozy, timeless feeling. Their food is absolutely delicious! Their event coordinator exuectued our vision flawlessly. We would give anything to experience our night again and again!
Ryan Sent on 09/09/2025
4.8 out of 5 rating
Great Reception Venue!
They made our wedding planning experience so easy from the beginning to the end. The atmosphere of the venue is amazing! The bartenders were great, and the food was outstanding! We would 100% recommend this venue!
Kelli Sent on 04/21/2026
4.6 out of 5 rating
Wedding Venue
We absolutely love Acqua Al 2. We held our wedding there last weekend and everything was spectacular!! We couldn't have asked for a better event. We rented the entire upstairs of the restaurant. The room is rustic and chic. It was the perfect vibe for our ceremony and reception. The Acqua staff had the room set up for the ceremony and cocktail hour and then rapidly "flipped" the ceremony room into our dinner room. The conversion was seamless to us and our guests and both set ups of the room were exquisite and perfect. And the piece de resistance of course was the food. Omigosh the food is sooooo good!! All of our guests raved about it. And it's amazing that they can scale their spectacular food for such a large a group and maintain the fantastic quality. The staff was professional and attentive to all the details. I gave them a 3 on flexibility because they are a bit rigid in their accommodations our individual requests - like storing some decor there prior to the 4pm room access time, modifying the catering menu to include some of their regularly served restaurant dishes and elongating the 5 hour ceremony/reception time block. Although they weren't as flexible as I would have liked, I do attribute that to their strict standards of excellence and for that I'm grateful. They know how to execute what they are good at and their delivery was absolutely exceptional. We will be going back again and again for their extraordinary experience.
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Stacy Beales
Private Dining Manager
Danielle Lewis
Private Events Coordinator
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Acqua Al 2 frequently asked questions
Acqua Al 2 includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
- Chairs
- China
- Clean Up
- Event Planning
- Flatware
- Glassware
- Linens
- Set Up
- Tables
Acqua Al 2 includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
- Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Acqua Al 2 includes:
- Bartender(s)
The space offered by Acqua Al 2 for wedding events is known for:
- Historic Building
- Restaurant
Acqua Al 2 offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
- Indoor
Acqua Al 2 offers the following types of wedding events:
- Ceremony
- Reception
- Bridal Shower
- Engagement Party
- Elopements
- Rehearsal Dinner
Acqua Al 2 offers the following services for wedding events:
- Bar Services
- Clean Up
- Event Planner
- Event Rentals
Acqua Al 2 offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
- Audio Equipment
- Chairs
- Furniture
- Lighting
- Tables
Acqua Al 2 is recommended by 98% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.9 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 5 in quality of service, 5 in average response time, 5 in professionalism, 5 in value and 4.7 in flexibility.