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The Cicada is a restaurant and club welcoming weddings in downtown Los Angeles, California. The property offers an experience like no other, transporting guests back in time to the roaring nightlife scene of 1920s LA. A storied location, the venue has a strong vintage aesthetic which will appeal to style-conscious couples who want to make a statement on their big day.

Facilities and Capacity

The Cicada Restaurant and Club is to proud to call one of LA’s most historic buildings its home. Built in 1928, The Oviatt Building is an enduring love-letter to the city’s glitzy heritage and the golden age of Hollywood. An Art-Deco masterpiece, guests will marvel at this downtown gem’s striking design. Bold geometric contours define the space which is decorated in tones of rich gold leaf and dark mahogany and accented by ornate Lalique sculpted glasswork. The spacious dance hall is entered by the grand staircase, an ideal backdrop for a glamorous wedding photoshoot. Overhead waterfall chandeliers hang gracefully from the raised ceiling as up to 500 invitees mingle and dance below. There is, of course, an expansive stage on which wedding entertainers can strut their stuff lit by professional standard lighting. The venue’s location in the heart of downtown LA makes it a central and accessible location in which to celebrate an unforgettable wedding. Guests can feel free to take a stroll in the surrounding neighborhood and take in the lights and sights of the entertainment capital of the world

Services Offered

The staff of the Cicada is proud to serve couples on the most important day of their lives. They offer an inclusive package that features a master of ceremonies to guide your night, a live band, bar services, and setup and cleanup of events. The venue’s event planner will work closely with couples to organize every detail of the reception, including creating a floor plan and sourcing furniture. The management can also provide catering services from the acclaimed in-house restaurant.

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Frequently asked questions

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Loft
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
Catering Services
Clean Up
Event Planner
Liability Insurance
Outside Vendors
Wifi

Reviews of Cicada Restaurant & Club

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Patricia Sent on 06/26/2013
5 out of 5 rating
My daughter just had the PERFECT wedding at Cicada Restaurant. It is a stunning historic art deco venue. Everything about my experience with Cicada was outstanding. Great food, excellent service, stage and dance floor. The room is large enough to accomodate a big group(we had 162 guests) but feels intimate too. Adelmo is a pleasure to work with in every way. He has made so many weddings, has great ideas, and completely professional. The outside patio is a great place for the photo booth, the bar upstairs so beautiful. Our guests really enjoyed staying downtown and we highly recommend Cicada!!!!!!!
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User1645799 Sent on 06/04/2014
5 out of 5 rating
I loved our venue! From the moment we visited Cicada for the first time 11 months prior to our date, I fell in love with it immediately. The art deco decor and design just oozed class and fit the vibe that we wanted for our wedding. The 2nd floor bar sealed the deal for us as it just seemed so perfect and we knew our guests would love it. Beyond the look and feel of the place, our host Adelmo was amazing. He put our minds at ease from the first time we met him and was always available to answer questions throughout the planning process. We were also able to visit frequently with our coordinator to go over details. The food tasting was handled professionally and the food and wine were great. We were so happy with our menu. Lastly, the service was nothing short of spectacular. Between the ceremony and the reception, the staff transformed the room quickly and turned it into an amazing reception venue. The staff was so professional and catered to the needs of all of our guests. It felt like a fine dining establishment rather than a wedding venue. Several of our guests came up to us to say how much they loved everything about the venue and the service. Top notch from start to finish!
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Lupe Sent on 01/30/2013
5 out of 5 rating
Absolutely Amazing!!!! Our June 2012 wedding was everything I has envisioned and more. From the first time I walked into Cicada I knew that I had found the perfect location and I had to have it... Cicada is one of those places that takes you to a different era as soon as you walk in. Its rich with beautiful architecture and a history that draws you in. This place has everything you need and holds itself beautifully. Adelmo and his team were incredible. He is truly a man who loves what he does and he went out of his way to make our day perfect.
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Awards

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