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14 years in business

We speak English, Japanese and Tagalog

Large team (21+ members)

Say "I DO" at Cafe Julia Laniakea, Oahu's "Hidden Gem" in the Heart of Downtown Honolulu. We're located directly across the street from "Iolani Palace," the only Palace on US grounds. Cafe Julia is named after the Architect of Laniakea, Julia Morgan. She was one of the handful of Women Architects in the 1920s and quite a Pioneer in her field. Laniakea is the first Public Building in Hawaii that had a Female Architect. Laniakea is also an official "Historic Building" in Hawaii.


Step into Laniakea and Step Back 100 Years! The Charm and Character of the Building, with its Beautiful Arches and attention to detail, is Truly a Work of Art. It's a 1920's Architectural Masterpiece. If you think the Pictures are Beautiful, Wait until you see them in Person!!
There are 3 Venue Spaces included in the "Exclusive" Wedding Package. This is required for Weddings of 60 People or More. We also have a 2 Venue Space Package for 60 people or less. The 3 Venue Spaces included in the "Exclusive" Wedding Package are the Courtyard, Cafe Julia & Elizabeth Fuller Hall.


We do offer a Ceremony, Cocktail Hour, and reception. The Ceremony will take place in the Courtyard. After the Ceremony, Guests will head into Cafe Julia for the Cocktail Hour. During this time the Couple, Wedding Party & Family usually take photos. Cafe Julia Staff will then Transition the Courtyard from a Ceremony Set-up to a Reception Set-up. This usually takes about 25-45 minutes, depending on the size of the Party. Elizabeth Fuller Hall would be the backup for the Courtyard Reception Set-up in case of inclement weather. You have until 2 hours before the Ceremony Start time to make the Call if you wish to move into the Banquet Hall. This is how the Space is usually utilized, but there are many options!!


Cafe Julia has been called a "One Stop Shop" by many coordinating companies in Oahu as we provide many In-House Services, and they're all included with any Wedding Package you select. We try to give as much as we can to make it as easy as possible for you!!

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FAQ

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$3,200

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$2,200

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$300

Which of the following are included in the starting site fee?

Chairs
China
Clean Up
Event Planning
Flatware
Glassware
Lighting/Sound
Linens
Set Up
Tables

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$12

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

200

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

3

Describe your venue:

Ballroom
Garden
Historic Building
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Indoor
Covered Outdoor
Uncovered Outdoor

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
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Event Rentals
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Pet Friendly
Wifi

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Outside Cake
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Liquor
House Wine
Limited Bar
Liquor License
Open Bar
Outside Alcohol
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Audio Equipment
Chairs
Lighting
Tables
Tents
Tent Accessories

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking

What months are included in your peak season?

March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March

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Cafe Julia is a stunning downtown venue with a romantic courtyard, lush greenery, and magical evening lighting. Reviewers praised the attentive, organized staff and seamless planning that kept the day stress-free. The food and drink earned rave reviews for variety and flavor, with inclusive packages and helpful extras offering great value.

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Cafe Julia is a stunning downtown venue with a romantic courtyard, lush greenery, and magical evening lighting. Reviewers praised the attentive, organized staff and seamless planning that kept the day stress-free. The food and drink earned rave reviews for variety and flavor, with inclusive packages and helpful extras offering great value.

Weddingwire
5.0/5 42 reviews
Google
4.4/5 336 reviews
Trent
Trent Sent on 04/09/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Great Wedding Venue

Thank you so much to Elijah and the Cafe Julia staff! We planned our wedding from outside of the US (and without a planner), and it wouldn't have been possible without them. On top of the beautiful venue, Cafe Julia has some of the best wedding food I've ever had. They provide the perfect variety of options to make the wedding fit your own style and preferences. Highly recommended for anyone looking for a wedding in Hawaii.
Also recommended for lunch!
D
Devin Sent on 04/01/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Best Venue

Cafe Julia really made our dream wedding come true. We had our reception in the evening under the cafe lights and night sky. Elijah and staff were very accommodating and helpful throughout the wedding planning process as well as the day of the wedding. They provided the floor map, tables, decorations, utensils, napkins, sound system, and anything else needed for that day. They always checked up on us and even made us a plate to eat since we were so busy taking pictures and greeting guest. Talking about food, the food selection is great and everything tasted fabulous. All of our guest mentioned how great the food was and how stuffed they were upon the end of the reception. Cafe Julia really made our wedding memorable and I cant thank them enough for everything they have done for us. I highly recommend this venue. You will not be dissapointed.
B Tran
B Tran Sent on 03/08/2026
5 out of 5 rating

Beautiful venue

I am beyond happy we went with cafe Julia for our wedding! It was beautiful. Food was absolutely hands down the best wedding food we’ve ever had. We work with Elijah for all of our planning leading up and he was so informative and transparent. They worked beautifully with all of our vendors. They offered so many decor choices which made things super convenient. I would pick this venue 100x over!
Sheldon
Sheldon Sent on 08/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Our perfect reception!

Our experience with Cafe Julia and Elijah was nothing short of exceptional. Living in Canada, all of our planning was done over email and one visit to Cafe Julia over 2 years! Elijah and his team were great at communication, ease of planning, open and honest feedback with any questions, we truly could not have had a more pleasant planning experience.
Tanya
Tanya Sent on 06/25/2025
5 out of 5 rating

We LOVE Cafe Julia

We're so happy we picked Cafe Julia for our ceremony and reception venue! Elijah, the event manager, was so helpful from the moment we inquired about hosting our wedding here. Scheduling a site visit was so easy, and once you see the beautiful architecture, string lights in the courtyard, and plumeria trees you will be hooked! We were looking for something different than a beach wedding or hotel banquet hall. Cafe Julia was exactly what we were looking for; a gem in downtown. Our budget didn't really allow for a wedding planner/coordinator so what drew us in to Cafe Julia was that 1) a coordinator wasn't required, and 2) Elijah assured us the staff are very helpful so one wouldn't be necessary. He is 1000% a man of his word. With a year to plan, along the way he made sure to check on our progress and sent reminders for due dates. On the day of, Keli'i was our banquet captain and he was so gracious to work with. He and the staff helped set up our reception tables with decorations we had brought ourselves. Our wedding party took cues from him when it came to navigating the venue and sticking to our timeline. The staff made sure that we ate dinner, packed leftover plates and our cake to take home, and provided guests umbrellas when it started to drizzle. We had a totally stress free experience getting married here! We came out feeling so lucky and will never stop singing praises for Cafe Julia.
J
Jordan Sent on 05/19/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Recommend Cafe Julia to celebrate your special day!

Cafe Julia was such a beautiful venue that came with food/drinks, tables w/runners, speakers, microphones, lighting, and exceptional service. They allowed us to get there early for set up and to store items. Elijah was very easy to work with and accommodating! He was responsive to all of our texts, emails, and phone calls. There was a huge weight lifted off our shoulders whenever working with him. I have already recommended others to book Cafe Julia for their wedding!
C
Colin Sent on 05/14/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Outstanding venue

We couldn’t have asked for a more perfect wedding venue! From the stunning atmosphere to the exceptional service, everything exceeded our expectations. The food was absolutely delicious, receiving rave reviews from all our guests. But what truly made our day unforgettable was Elijah, the venue coordinator. He was incredibly attentive, organized, and genuinely invested in making our day flawless. Elijah went above and beyond to ensure every detail was perfectly executed, allowing us to fully enjoy every moment. If you’re looking for a venue with top-notch service, beautiful ambiance, and an amazing coordinator, this is the place to be. Highly recommend!
Andrea
Andrea Sent on 05/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Fairytale Wedding

From beginning to end Elijah at Cafe Julia helped us every step of the way! Guiding us towards the best decisions so that we could enjoy our big day without any regrets. He was so professional in always responding to us right away, answering all of our questions no matter how trivial. He has so much experience at this beautiful venue and all of his recommendations turned out to be the best decisions for us. The food was fabulous! Everyone was fed quickly with ample time to go back for more at the buffet. They made sure that we were able to have heaping plates of food so we were able to try it all. They even gave us two bentos of our food for the next day. They took care of set up, clean up, and transforming the venue from the ceremony layout into our reception set up. They provided so many services, so we did not need to hire multiple additional vendors. Our guests all had a wonderful time, sharing that they felt like we in a movie! We highly recommend Cafe Julia!
Melissa
Melissa Sent on 05/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

A Dream Wedding at Café Julia – Pure Magic!

Words can’t fully express how grateful and overjoyed we are with our experience at Café Julia for our wedding day. From start to finish, everything was absolutely perfect — the kind of day you dream about and hope to relive over and over again.

First of all, the venue itself is breathtaking. The historic charm, the elegant open-air courtyard, and the surrounding architecture made for a picture-perfect backdrop. It felt intimate, romantic, and uniquely “us.” Our guests couldn’t stop talking about how stunning the space was — it truly felt like a hidden gem in the heart of Honolulu.

But what made Café Julia truly unforgettable was the incredible staff. Every single person we interacted with was professional, kind, accommodating, and genuinely invested in making our day special. They took the time to understand our vision and went above and beyond to bring it to life — from the timeline to the table settings, everything was seamless.

And the food? Outstanding. Our guests are still raving about the delicious dishes! From appetizers to dessert, everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The drinks were equally amazing — refreshing, fun, and perfectly suited to the celebration.

We felt so supported every step of the way, and on the actual day, we were able to be completely present knowing we were in great hands. It was everything we hoped for and more.

If you're thinking about having your wedding at Café Julia — do it. You will be blown away. It’s the kind of place that makes magic happen.

With all our love and gratitude,
Kent and Melissa
Aileen
Aileen Sent on 05/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Gorgeous historic-tropical-courtyard venue

- Beautiful venue! You might not be on the beach but it still has the Hawai'i vibe with the intricate architecture (Julia Morgan who also designed the Hearst Castle), blossoming tropical trees and plants, and across the street from historic buildings including Iolani Castle, the court house/post office, etc. which are great for photos.
- Food was delicious and reasonably priced
- Extra "perks" w/o added cost: chivari chairs (brown or gold!), gold chargers, linens, being able to drop things off a few days early/pick up the following day
- Incredibly responsive coordinator
- Supporting a wonderful cause! Love the YWCA!
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Cafe Julia Hawaii frequently asked questions

Cafe Julia Hawaii includes the following items and services for wedding events in its starting site fee:
  • Chairs
  • China
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planning
  • Flatware
  • Glassware
  • Lighting/Sound
  • Linens
  • Set Up
  • Tables
Cafe Julia Hawaii includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
The bar service starting price at Cafe Julia Hawaii includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • Champagne Toast
  • House Beer
  • House Liquor
  • House Wine
  • Limited Bar
  • Open Bar
  • Premium Liquor
  • Signature Drink
  • Specialty Beer
  • Specialty Wine
The space offered by Cafe Julia Hawaii for wedding events is known for:
  • Ballroom
  • Garden
  • Historic Building
  • Restaurant
Cafe Julia Hawaii offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Indoor
  • Covered Outdoor
  • Uncovered Outdoor
Cafe Julia Hawaii offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Elopements
  • Rehearsal Dinner
Cafe Julia Hawaii offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Clean Up
  • Event Planner
  • Event Rentals
  • Liability Insurance
  • Outside Vendors
  • Pet Friendly
  • Wifi
Cafe Julia Hawaii offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
  • Tent Accessories
Cafe Julia Hawaii is recommended by 100% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 5.0, with the same score awarded for quality of service, flexibility, value, professionalism and average response time.
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