Wahoo Grill Reviews

No offense to Callanwolde or the Botanical Garden, but if money was no object and I could recommend literally any venue in the city to host a wedding, I would still pick Wahoo! Grill. (This isn't a paid-for review, by the way. We got married here in May, and these are my honest thoughts.)

First, the elephant in the room, or at least it was for me. The name of the place makes it sound like nothing special. Like it's maybe a beachside sports bar with fried fish and beer specials or something. Maybe you're not liking the idea of telling your parents that you're getting married at a place called "Wahoo! Grill", or how it'll look on the invitation, or whatever. Let me be clear with you. The name is a MASSIVE undersell for what this place really is. Do yourself a favor, be open-minded and give it a fair shot, because what's inside this normal-looking restaurant is not at all what you'd expect from the outside.

As soon as you walk through the entrance, you see their outdoor space, and it is incredible. Upscale rustic design and an impossibly lush garden surrounding you on all sides. Tour it in the warm season if you can, because everything is in bloom and you can see the garden at its peak. (We toured in winter, so a lot of the garden's beauty was hypothetical. Luckily we took their word on what it would be in summer.)

We were a little worried about the size, thinking it would be too small for our 110ish-count, but it was all good. The space is laid out nicely with an open area on one end for the ceremony, a tented area on the other end for dancing, and a tighter circle in the middle that gives it overall kind of an hourglass shape. We also purchased the restaurant buyout for a little extra breathing room. As far as weather plans, they have a thin shroud hanging over the ceremony space that handles light rain but recommend having a tent plan for heavy rain.

The food here is beyond excellent. All of our guests were raving about it, particularly the ahi tuna and the steak. Just as excellent as the food itself is their serving setup. These guys have the buffet down to a science, restocking it quickly and by demand so nothing is sitting out too long.

Honestly, though, what really won us over wasn't any of this as much as it was Pam and her team. They have taken their venue and restaurant and made it into a PERFECT WEDDING MACHINE. Pam herself is all at once the business owner, the venue manager, and your personal wedding director. She toured us herself, taking notes on us even before we decided to go with them, and made us feel taken care of from start to finish. Sydni was our point-person as we put our plans together, and her emails and questions were incredibly helpful. At one point we called her simply to say our budget was getting tight and ask if there were any ways to cut costs, and she combed through our entire banquet order and found as many cuts as she could within the day. And Caitlin was our hero during the event itself, seeming to be everywhere at once making sure everything was smooth. And it was. A lot of our family and friends said it was the most stress-free wedding they'd ever been to.

At the end of the day, what they're offering here is honestly worth far more than they're charging. But Pam says that's on purpose, and that she'd rather give people a great wedding experience than play the wedding upcharge game just because. I think her energy goes a long way toward making Wahoo! what it is, and I highly recommend you experience it for yourself.

If you’re looking for a venue that’s got it all (natural beauty, organization, and affordability), this is IT!!!!!

I got married at Wahoo in early 2024 and I’m so, so glad I did. From the moment we toured to the time we left the venue after our wedding, Pam and her team did an incredible job taking care of us while planning and beyond. They were extremely attentive, understanding, and ORGANIZED. I can’t tell you how amazing it was to know there’d be no question I forgot to ask, no missing little detail, nothing – this team is a well-oiled machine when it comes to weddings and will ensure yours runs as smoothly as possible. I really didn’t have to do much planning on my own which was a godsend. Pam’s team asks you the right questions at the right time to keep you on track!

As for the event itself, it was bliss. We got married in late February and worried it would be chilly, but it was so, so cozy with heaters and blankets that Wahoo passed out. The venue was still as beautiful as ever, with gorgeous flowers and lighting to create an unforgettable ambiance. So many guests complimented its beauty, and so many people that saw my photos asked, "WHERE IS THIS MAGICAL PLACE?!?"

The food was incredibly delicious. You really can’t go wrong having a wedding at a restaurant that knows what they’re doing when it comes to feeding guests. There was such a diverse selection of choices and everything was timely, tasty, and had guests coming up for thirds. This was super important to me; I remember the food when I go to weddings and wanted mine to be amazing!

Lastly, Wahoo’s pricing is transparent, inclusive, and reasonable. You know exactly what you’re signing up for, with the ability to upgrade as you wish. I was so disheartened when beginning to plan because everything was so freaking expensive and it felt like you got NOTHING out of it. Seriously so grateful there are gem venues like this.

THANK YOU WAHOO!

Pam and her team at wahoo were total pros at every turn. We couldn’t have dreamt of a better day. The courtyard was magical and the dance floor was electric

My husband and I planned our wedding in 1 month. We got married on December 24th, 2023 at Wahoo! Grill. We were very stressed out about finding a venue in such a short notice, but the staff at Wahoo! made our experience a 10/10. When they say they handle everything, they mean it!!! It is such a beautiful venue and we needed 0 decorations. The pricing is affordable for what they offer. 10/10 would recommend. Pam and her staff are fantastic.

Wahoo helped us have the wedding of our dreams and more, all for a reasonable price and with friendly service. Please don’t underestimate this hidden gem. After reading amazing reviews about the venue, it was the first one we toured. We loved it right away but wanted to keep an open mind so we toured other venues but could not stop thinking about Wahoo. From our tour to our send off, the staff at Wahoo exceeded our expectations. Sydni and Pam made planning a breeze and were flexible and understanding when we unexpectedly had to postpone. They captured my vision for our wedding perfectly and attended to every little detail. On our wedding day, Pam and Amanda blew us away! The space was beautifully decorated by the staff, and because the space itself is so beautiful and so many decorations are included in the venue fee, we spent very little on additional decorations. Pam even came to the rescue when I had a wardrobe malfunction minutes prior to the ceremony! Everything ran smoothly and the day was absolutely stress free because I knew Wahoo had it all covered! Our guests raved about the food and the staff made sure we had time to eat and stay hydrated. They even packed us a picnic basket full of food to take with us on our getaway! If I could go back in time, I would choose to get married again at Wahoo a thousand times over, and I will never forget the kindness and professionalism of the staff on the best day of my life so far!

They are friendly, flexible, and responsible.The place is amazing, too. If you want to have a little event or little wedding, it's the best place that you don't want to miss.

We chose Wahoo for our rehearsal dinner and it was a big hit! Almost all of our families are from out of town so we were excited to give them a good southern dinner experience, and they certainly delivered. We had cocktail hour under the tent outside and dinner in the open patio, and we had a wonderful time. Sydni was such an easy and responsive person to work with and we had a great night. Thank you so much!

Pam and the Wahoo team were pivotal to our perfect day. They made it all seamless! We couldn’t have been more appreciative of the kindness and attention to detail from everyone there. I wish I could do it all again!

We couldn't be more happy with our experience working with Wahoo! Grill. After touring many venues throughout Atlanta, we found ourselves at Wahoo! and knew immediately it was the right venue for our 100-person garden wedding. Pam and her team were accommodating, organized, and responsive throughout the entire wedding planning process. The space itself is gorgeous without any decorations; and even though it is small, you can fit up to 120 guests and a 6-piece band (they even have a small bridal suite!). Food was incredible (note: for larger groups, you have to be served buffet-style, which I was worried about but it ended up being just fine). Day-of staff were professional and on-top of all our needs. Venue fee includes food/drink/table settings, although you can bring your own flatware/table cloths/glassware to fit your style. 10/10 would recommend.

Wahoo! Grill was a dream venue for our March 2023 wedding. As one of our guests described, it was “intimate,” but “still a really fun party.” Sydni was incredibly helpful and responsive during the planning process, and using Wahoo’s décor, linens, and tables made my life so much easier. During the wedding weekend, Pam and team were beyond helpful in ensuring every detail, no matter how small, was incorporated. Our guests enjoyed the food and drink, especially getting to choose however many entrees they wanted (and not having to pick just one). We can’t recommend Wahoo! enough!

Photo Credit: Raluca Rodila Photography

I can't say enough great things about our experience with Wahoo Grill. Pam and her team made the planning SO easy and stress free (I'm a medical resident and really didn't have the bandwidth to deal with planning stress) and it was just a truly magical, spectacular night. They took care of food, decor, everything! I felt like a garden princess! They were so prepared for any weather condition, were so responsive, had a gorgeous setup, and made us so loved. I wish I could do it again every weekend!

The Wahoo! staff provided a wonderful celebration for our same-sex wedding. They were responsive and easy to work with leading up to and during our reception. They thought of every detail and made helpful suggestions. The venue was gorgeous and food delicious. And the staff was fun and helpful on the day of our celebration. If we ever need to throw a big party again, they will be top of our list!

Where do I even begin? My Husband and I just got married at Wahoo Grill two weeks ago and it was undeniably the best day of my entire life! Much of that due to the incredible service we received from Pam and the Wahoo team. I can’t say enough great things about the experience we had at Wahoo, but I will do my best to sum it up. To start with, the venue is just GORGEOUS. We got married outside in the garden and it really felt like we had been transported to another place. The greenery and brick aisle were just so beautiful, and it gave our wedding the whimsical look I was going for. Speaking of that whimsical look, the Wahoo team went above and beyond to make my décor dreams come true. I sent Pam some inspiration pictures of what I was envisioning and her and her team set everything up for me, the end result far exceeded my expectations. Pam truly made my wedding dreams come true! It was the most beautiful display; it was everything I had hoped for and more. Pam and her team made the day go so smoothly for my wedding party and me. My day of planner, Alyssa was equally amazing! When we had fear of rain she talked us through a backup plan and made my bridal worries disappear. Luckily, it didn’t rain, but her kindness and attentiveness did not go unnoticed. She was so amazing to have by my side on the wedding day, she helped coordinate everything and took a huge weight off my shoulders. I really felt as if I had nothing to worry about except getting down the aisle. Pam and Alyssa took all my worries away and really allowed me to be a bride and be in the moment. I truly can’t say enough great things about my experience with Wahoo Grill. If you want your wedding to be the most magical, perfect day book with them! I can’t wait to spend anniversaries with them for years to come. We love our Wahoo Family!!!

Our wedding day was absolutely perfect! The entire Wahoo team was fantastic to work with. I can't thank them enough for all they did to help with planning and ensure the day went as smoothly as it did. It really was an easy, laid back process for me, and I would highly recommend them to other couples for weddings or other events.

There are no words for the love my husband and I have for Wahoo Grill. The intimate and beautiful garden ceremony site is enough to book it, but when you add on the incredible staff, delicious food & drink and awesome location…there’s really no comparison. Throughout the planning process, Sydney and Pam were responsive, professional and so helpful.. And on the day-of, Alissa and the rest of the event staff went above and beyond. And special shout out to Chef Zach for being a wizard in the kitchen and Manager Brett for his wicked cocktails! Not to mention, for all that is provided – everything from day-of coordination to not having to worry about table/cutlery rentals – the pricing is beyond reasonable–and that is so rare in the world of weddings! We could not have asked for a more perfect day. So seriously, stop looking, you’ve found the one! And as if we needed another bonus, because this is a restaurant and not “just” a wedding venue, my husband and I plan to return year after year to celebrate our anniversary.

We have always loved Wahoo! as a local restaurant and part of our local community. And now we can love it as the site of our amazing wedding! The team at Wahoo!, led by owner Pam, were incredibly supportive and responsive to our questions, concerns, etc. They have a list of details that they pay attention to, and it shows! Favorite bits of working with Wahoo!
- working with the bartender to create our signature cocktail. The recs were spot on and resulted in a delicious beverage that we will be enjoying for the rest of our lives.
- the bridal suite. It's a cute, cozy space close to everything with it's own bathroom. It was wonderful to get ready there and to have that space as a respite during the event.
- the food. I love Wahoo! as a restaurant period, and the food during the wedding did not disappoint. When our cake baker fell through, Pam went above and beyond to find another baker for us to work with.
- the service. The entire event team beforehand and during the day of were so attentive. I feel that everyone got top notch service!
- little details that helped us enjoy the day. The team remembered that I love mango, so made sure the mimosas that were available to me when getting ready before the wedding included mango. It was such a nice touch. I also LOVED how after the ceremony, my fiance and I were whisked away to the bridal suite where we had time to hydrate, enjoy a cocktail, eat some appetizers, and enjoy each our first moments as husband and wife before joining our wedding guests.

It was a wonderful day, and I am so glad we went with Wahoo. I'd love an excuse to plan another event with them, but instead, will enjoy visiting the restaurant frequently. Thanks so much Pam & team!

I am beyond thankful for Pam, Syndi, Alissa and the entire team at Wahoo! Grill. Not only is the venue breathtaking, but the event team was so lovely to work with and very organized! I was searching for an intimate garden wedding and as soon as I saw Wahoo, I fell in love. My guests were gushing over the greenery and we’re shocked that this hidden gem is even in Atlanta. Wahoo provided a recommended vendors list that made choosing a band easy and painless. They have menu options to fit every budget and the food is INCREDIBLE. They even sent us home with a basket of food and a gift card. It was evident how much Pam and her team put so much love and care into their work. We can’t wait to return to Wahoo! Grill for anniversaries. Thank you Wahoo! Grill for making my wedding the best day ever!

Pam, the owner, and the entire Wahoo! team took such good care of us leading up to and on our special day. Sydni, the event coordinator, did an incredible job working with us on the very personalized details of our wedding reception and fielding all of our questions beforehand. Alissa, the day-of coordinator, was absolutely amazing - to the point where I didn't have to worry about a single thing for the entirety of our reception. You can put all of your trust into Pam, Alissa, and the team and know that you'll be getting exactly what you wanted (and more)!! The level of organization, foresight, attention to detail, customer service, and professionalism they have is beyond words.

We found reviews like this to be very handy when we were choosing our reception venue, so I hope it can help other couples during their wedding planning process. The Wahoo! patio and surrounding spaces are like a hidden, enchanted garden that create the most romantic, idyllic ambiance for a wedding. Don't miss your opportunity to see (and book!) this venue.

I am so glad that we picked Wahoo! Grill as our wedding venue. The most important things we were looking for while choosing was 1) ease of planning, 2) quality of food and 3) price. Wahoo hit all 3 easily. The event coordinator was very responsive and had step by step questions I could answer. Pam, the owner, was very responsive as well. I had a day of coordinator to make sure things ran smoothly on the day of. I was able to drop off my decor items and seating arrangements the day before the wedding and they helped me to set it up, and take it down.

The food was amazing. There are 3 different menus you can choose from for dinner, with different set points. Make sure you do the complimentary tasting!

Lastly, it was very budget friendly. Pam was willing to work with me on price. I got to choose which part of the restaurant I had my wedding in. I would definitely pick Wahoo again!

Wahoo Grill is the perfect place to get married in Atlanta, we cannot recommend it highly enough. The venue is beautiful, food delicious, and the team is friendly and efficient. Pam and Sydni were so helpful in planning, and we loved having Alissa and Amanda there on our wedding day to make sure everything ran smoothly. Thank you to Pam, Sydni, Alissa, Amanda, and all the Wahoo staff!

We could not have asked for a better experience having our wedding at Wahoo! Pam and her entire staff are so kind and organized. They were always available to talk and answer any and all questions throughout the entire process. They provide you SO much for the price. All other venues we looked at upcharged for every little thing. Wahoo includes so many items as a part of the event package, even a day of coordinator. Having a day of coordinator who is affiliated with the venue is a game changer. Pam made sure we always had a full drink in hand and food! She reminded us to take time to enjoy the little moments and I never doubted she had our best interest in mind. The food, drinks and staff were amazing. Look no further if you’re looking for an intimate wedding venue!

I would recommend Wahoo Grill to anyone who wants to have an intimate wedding in the Atlanta area. Pam, Sydni and the Wahoo team went above and beyond to make sure our day was everything we could have dreamed of and more! Every guest raved about how good the food was! We had rain in the forecast and Pam and team were flexible with us to make sure our night was just how we wanted. Thank you Wahoo for making our special day better than we could have ever imagined!

Pam and the team at Wahoo were stellar! My partner Devin and I had a small intimate wedding that was exactly what we wanted our families to experience. Again, Pam and the team made our entire family feel welcome and the ceremony was beautiful. I would definitely recommend getting hitched at Wahoo!

Wahoo was the perfect place for our wedding. I always wanted a garden wedding and after reading reviews, Wahoo was the only venue we looked at. It's a gorgeous, intimate setting and Pam and the staff are great. They were really flexible with us around rescheduling (COVID), fed us before the ceremony when we showed up starving (we were too nervous to eat much earlier in the day), and we got so many compliments from the guests on the space, food, and staff. I couldn't have asked for anything more.

From the outset, Wahoo! was the perfect wedding venue for us. Pam and Sydni made us feel so comfortable and secure throughout the entire process from touring the venue to the day of.

I wanted to have a mid size wedding, but I wasn't too thrilled about dealing with all of the logistics that come with planning an event and I'd seen friends and family have to worry about every little detail. After we toured the venue, I knew that Wahoo! would be perfect, not only because of how beautiful the venue was (even when we first saw it in January) but because of how on top of it and in their element every staff member we met was! Pam assured me that everything about the event would go well and that it would be my job to just fill in the details I cared about as I saw fit (essentially just leaving the "fun stuff" to us). Every correspondence we had with them was helpful and efficient, they answered all of our questions super quickly, explained things really well, and made great suggestions.
When I say I didn't have to worry about anything at all on the day of the wedding, I mean it. Things that wouldn't have even occurred to me (they just brought us our food when it was time to eat and we didn't have to grab it ourselves) made everything go so smoothly it was like a wonderful evening was unfolding around us and I could genuinely just relax and enjoy myself. Pam even let me hang my dress up in her office the day before so that all I had to bring on the day of was myself.

My family lives abroad and on a random weekend my mother was in town, I called to ask if I could come tour the venue again with her very last minute and they fit me in even though they had an event that day which really meant a lot to me. They accommodated a handful of guests with some dietary restrictions very easily.

I chose additional vendors through Wahoo! and it was so reassuring that they had been to the venue before and knew Pam so that I didn't have to coordinate with anyone about anything beyond my personal preferences for photos/music/flowers. Special shoutout to Erin, the florist who works with Wahoo!, for turning the already gorgeous venue into a magical paradise.

The food was delicious, the atmosphere was perfect, and I felt really taken care of by everyone. The staff working on the day of the event was so nice and even told me and my husband that they liked our vows which was super sweet I hadn't even realized that they were paying attention to the ceremony.

I would totally recommend that anyone choose to have their wedding at Wahoo. There are a million things that can go wrong at an event like a wedding and at ours there wasn't a single one. I am so, so pleased that we decided to have our wedding there and I can't wait to go eat dinner there again because, not only is it the perfect venue, it's a wonderful restaurant.