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Price range: $8,000 - $24,000 Price range: $8,000 - $24,000
Couples usually spend $12,000 Couples usually spend $12,000
Reception
$2,700 starting price
Ceremony
$3,000 starting price
Bar service
$12 per person
Reception
$2,700 starting price
Ceremony
$3,000 starting price
Bar service
$12 per person

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On WeddingWire since 2023

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!!

Frequently asked questions

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?

2,700

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

2,700

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?

3,000

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

3,000

Which of the following are included in 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

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 off-peak season?

January
February
March
April
May
June
July
August
September
October
November
December
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Reviews of Cafe Julia Hawaii

5.0 out of 5 rating
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2024 Winner
5.0 out of 5 rating
19 Reviews
100% recommend it
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    5 out of 5 rating
  • Average response time
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Professionalism
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Value
    5 out of 5 rating
  • Flexibility
    5 out of 5 rating
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Cafe Julia is highly recommended by reviewers for its beautiful venue, delicious food, and exceptional service. Elijah and his team are praised for their responsiveness, flexibility, and attention to detail. The venue is described as stunning with minimal decor needed, and the inclusive packages make the planning process easier. Guests appreciate the provided amenities and the ability to bring their own alcohol. Overall, Cafe Julia is highly recommended for weddings and other special events.

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This AI-generated summary gives you a snapshot of the overall ratings and feedback from the reviews this vendor has received.

Cafe Julia is highly recommended by reviewers for its beautiful venue, delicious food, and exceptional service. Elijah and his team are praised for their responsiveness, flexibility, and attention to detail. The venue is described as stunning with minimal decor needed, and the inclusive packages make the planning process easier. Guests appreciate the provided amenities and the ability to bring their own alcohol. Overall, Cafe Julia is highly recommended for weddings and other special events.

Weddingwire
5.0/5 19 reviews
Google
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Kelsi-Ann G. Sent on 05/04/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Venue and Catering in Downtown Honolulu

Amazing venue in the heart of Downtown Honolulu! The courtyard area is a beautiful architectural design that was perfect for our 120 person adult only wedding. Because the building is picturesque by itself and the courtyard is full of greenery, we did not have to do much in terms of decor and florals! Perfect for a simple DIY wedding.

Next, let’s talk food. Absolutely DELICIOUS! Our guests could not stop raving about how delicious everything was! All night we were getting compliments on the menu selection! If you’re worried that you have to use Cafe Julia’s catering and not another outside vendor, don’t worry about that at all! They will not disappoint. We’re already looking forward to when we can return to Cafe Julia for lunch.

In terms of service and coordination, we were blown away by Elijah (event/catering manager) and his team. He really puts in so much effort to make your day go seamlessly and he was so on top of everything. Absolutely pleasure working with him and his team at Cafe Julia!

Highly recommend Cafe Julia for your Honolulu wedding!
H
Ham W. Sent on 04/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Great venue, great coordinator, great food, great price!

We had such an amazing wedding at Cafe Julia. First and foremost, the coordinator Elijah was so fantastic from the first point of contact until the day after when we picked up all of our stuff. He was so accommodating for making our vision come to life, and the staff did such a great job all throughout the wedding. Also, since they are primarily a restaurant, the food was amazing. We had multiple people come up to us during and after the wedding to tell us about how good the food was.

Would definitely recommend booking this venue for your wedding!
M
Michaela N. Sent on 04/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

The most beautiful venue you will find!

We cannot recommend this venue more! Very reasonably priced, incredibly professional service (including help with all of the planning stages!), and just the most beautiful place. Every detail was thought through. No big decorations needed because the place itself is beautiful! Having our wedding reception at Cafe Julia made it better than we could have imagined. We were blown away just as much as our guests were. Food was great and options were plenty.
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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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