Sequoia Restaurant

I cannot even begin to express how grateful I am to Sequoia Restaurant and its incredible team for making our Kyrgyz-Ukrainian wedding absolutely unforgettable!

We planned our entire wedding in less than two months, and despite such a short timeline, the Sequoia team managed to accommodate absolutely EVERYTHING we asked for! Our wedding was especially meaningful because we wanted to celebrate both our Kyrgyz and Ukrainian cultures, incorporating beautiful traditions from both sides. The team was incredibly accommodating, helping us bring our vision to life and making sure every part of our celebration felt special. From helping with every little detail to recommending the most wonderful florists and vendors, they truly went above and beyond.

From the very beginning, we had the pleasure of working with Michele, our wedding coordinator, and I honestly cannot imagine a better person to work with. She was absolutely AMAZING! Her attention to detail, professionalism, patience, and genuine care exceeded every expectation. She answered every email, every phone call, and every single request with so much kindness and dedication. No matter what we needed or how last-minute our requests were, she always found a way to make it happen.

On our wedding day, she was simply incredible. She was always one step ahead, making sure everything ran perfectly. It honestly felt like all I had to do was look at her, and she already knew exactly what I needed without me even saying a word. That’s how attentive and wonderful she was! Michele, I cannot thank you enough for everything you did for us!

I also want to give a very special thank-you to Gigi, who worked tirelessly throughout the evening to make sure every guest felt welcomed, comfortable, and well taken care of. From making sure everyone had drinks to checking that everything was running smoothly, her hard work and dedication did not go unnoticed. Thank you so much!

And the venue itself? Absolutely breathtaking! The waterfront location in Georgetown, the spectacular views, the beautiful atmosphere, and the incredible food made everything feel like a dream. Our guests were amazed, and so were we!

What makes Sequoia truly special, though, is its people. Everyone we worked with was genuinely kind, helpful, professional, and dedicated to making our day perfect. Planning a multicultural wedding in under two months could have been incredibly stressful, especially with all the traditions and special details we wanted to include, but this team made everything feel effortless.

If you are looking for a wedding venue or a place to host any special celebration, I cannot recommend Sequoia enough! You are not just getting a stunning waterfront venue with incredible food. You are getting an exceptional team of wonderful people who genuinely care about making your special day unforgettable.

20 OUT OF 10! ❤️

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you to Michele, Gigi, and the entire Sequoia team for making our Kyrgyz-Ukrainian wedding everything we dreamed of and so much more. We will forever be grateful!

HIGHLY, HIGHLY RECOMMEND!

My husband and I hosted our wedding reception here and could not recommend it more! An incredible ambiance, a great selection of delectable food, and absolutely wonderful service. Specifically, we got to work with Lila (the event coordinator there) and she helped curate what was such a warm and welcoming experience for my husband and I and our families throughout the entire planning process. Thank you so much once again to Lila and the entire Sequoia team!

We had a wonderful experience having our wedding reception at Sequoia! The food, ambience, and service was all outstanding. We had perfect weather and were so thrilled with how everything went. Highly recommend Sequoia!!

I am someone who looks for perfection and I found it in Michelle! I placed my hopes for a perfect wedding in her hands and she delivered. Not a single detail was overlooked. Her style, her attention to my needs, and those of my guests was everything. If you are someone seeking excellence in event planning, you should look to Michelle!

Excellent wedding venue! I had a winter wedding on a Sunday and it was beautiful. We had the ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception for 160 guests all at Sequoia. The value was incredible given the prime location. The sales manager was incredible and accommodated all our requests, and the Sequoia staff are true professionals. Also, the fact that this came with one night in the Rose Suite at the Watergate was amazing and where I got ready. The food is truly outstandingd!!! To this day, I have friends and family coming up to me and RAVING about how I had the best food at my wedding. A few things went slightly wrong (kitchen got a little backed up and we were behind schedule) but overall I would definitely recommend this venue.

My husband and I fell in love with Sequoia when we first toured the venue. We loved that it was in Georgetown and the gorgeous view of the Potomac River through the floor to ceiling windows. We also loved that the wedding package included food, set up, take down, bar service, and basic table decorations- it made our wedding planning process that much easier! Lila Dougly was an amazing venue coordinator. She was incredibly responsive and helpful throughout our planning process.
On the day of our wedding, Sequoia took amaxinf care of us. A small but great example was how they helped us out during our cocktail hour. It’s hard for bride and grooms to find time to eat when you’re trying to say “hi” to all your favorite people, but Sequoia put together a gorgeous platter of all the appetizers for us, so we could sneak away for a few moments and eat. They also always made sure we never went thirsty and always had a drink in hand.
Our guests were absolutely blown away by Sequoia- from the views, to the beautiful venue itself and- what we got the most compliments on- the food! Everyone said it was the best wedding food they ever had. Sequoia was also incredibly mindful of food allergies and dietary restrictions, making the right adjustments for each individual.
The only thing for brides and grooms to be mindful of is Sequoia doesn’t allow for any vendor deliveries before 4pm on the day of the wedding. It didn’t hinder our day, but be aware for planning!
My husband and I had a fantastic experience with Sequoia and recommend to engaged couples looking for a venue.

Sequoia was a great venue for my June 22 wedding. We ended up with 142 guests and the size and space felt good. Everyone has raved about all our food and how beautiful the space was. We did the duet entree (filet & sea bass) and they were perfect. All our appetizers (chicken tacos, beef sliders, tuna tartare, brie and apricot pastry. vegan potstickers) were delicious and guests loved them. The staff at Sequoia were incredibly professional and did great. 

Our photos of the ceremony are gorgeous with all the natural light. I did not want a typical ballroom where I would need to pay for a ton of florals/decorations and Sequoia was absolutely perfect for that! I barely had to add anything extra because the space itsmf is already gorgeous. The view of the river is also spectacular. We got lovely sunset photos on the boardwalk. Lila was incredibly responsive and flexible. I loved working with her! We were incredibly happy with our venue selection and I cannot imagine any other location for my wedding. I would recommend Sequoia to any bride in the DC area!

It took us six months to find a wedding venue. Once we saw Sequoia though, we knew it was the one. The space inside Sequoia is stunning and was the absolute vibe we were looking for. Lila, the events director, was a dream to work with. She was incredibly nice, super responsive in answering our many questions throughout the planning process, and truly went above and beyond to make sure our day was perfect. In addition to the beautiful space Sequoia offers, the food is AMAZING! My family is a tough crowd when it comes to food, and everyone loved the hors d'oeuvres during cocktail hour, and appetizers, entrées, and desserts during dinner. We plan to do an anniversary dinner at Sequoia every year now. :) Big thank you to the team at Sequoia -- we loved having our wedding there!

Sequoia was the perfect venue for our DC wedding. You have floor to ceiling glass windows that give you the perfect backdrop with the Potomac River, Kennedy Center behind you. The natural lighting is beautiful. And boy, is the food AMAZING. We have been for dinner before which is excellent as is, but wow, the wedding food is amazing. Many of our guests commented it was the best food they've ever had, let alone at a wedding. From the cocktail hour appetizers, to the delicious filet and seabass for guests, as well as a gelato station, we left stuffed. The service is also impeccable. The staff here clearly knows how to do large events. Sequoia should be booked every weekend for a wedding or major event because they are clearly THE best hands down. Not just as a venue, but for catering/food as well. Their staff including Michelle, who was our main point of contact, are SO easy to work with.

My husband and I had our ceremony and reception at Sequoia in mid-October and could not have been happier with our experience! Lila, Sequoia's Private Event Manager, was a delight to work with and was our point of contact from day one. Throughout the planning process, Lila and her team were incredibly responsive, accommodating, and helpful. Lila was present for our tasting and final walkthrough, and even provided us with an extensive list of vendors, from which we chose our fabulous band 24K.

As for the venue, Sequoia was a fantastic space for our ceremony and reception. For our wedding, we had access to the full dining room, indoor balcony, and a portion of the outdoor balcony, which provided more than enough room for our 140 guests, band, and a large dance floor. The floor-to-ceiling windows provided tons of natural light and made it feel like we were at an outdoor venue without having to worry about the possibility of bad weather. The views of the Kennedy Center, Potomac River, and Georgetown were breathtaking, particularly at night, and made a beautiful backdrop for our pictures. The dining room chandeliers also made great additions to our photographs.

We had a cocktail reception with several hor d'oeuvres and a seated dinner. For both, we got to choose from a large variety of food and drink options, which were prepared by Sequoia's in-house catering team. All of the food was delicious, and several guests told us that it was one of the highlights of the wedding.

All-in-all, Sequoia was everything we were looking for and more! Excellent staff, delicious food, and a beautiful and timeless space. We would highly recommend to anyone.