We are struggling with finding a good somewhat last minute venue. Have already searched through Theknot, the vendors on here, and Herecomestheguide. I'm asking on here because maybe there are places that would be great for small, last minute weddings which we didn't think of.
We haven't selected a date. Ideally within the next few months. We're a couple who found each other later in life, neither of us have been married, and neither of us have children. I'm 38 and he's 44. We would like to plan ASAP upon getting married to have 1 child hence getting hitched ASAP (both of us come from traditional families and prefer to do things the old school way).
We were very close to choosing Inn of the 7th Ray simply because it's gorgeous, all inclusive, and just seemed easy, however there was one big problem...the food was awful. We also looked into Lawry's in Beverly Hills however the planner wouldn't give us the time of day, and was hard to reach. Looked into some beach restaurants but they were $$$$.
Does anyone know of a place that might work for us in in LA or somewhat close that isn't listed on any wedding vendor website? We ideally want a restaurant where we can have a ceremony and reception. We do not expect to have more than 50 people (if that...), and larger venues are just way to big for a party our size. We would like room to dance however we are totally fine with not having room for dancing. Just looking for a relaxed place where there will be great food, not a full day affair, but where it still seems like a wedding opposed to just a get together at a nice restaurant. Restaurants just seem to be the most flexible with dates in our experience when looking. We have no preference on a lunch or dinner wedding, and are okay with a weekday wedding (most of the people we would invite live in the area and/or are retired).
I know this is very specific but figured this might be a good place to ask! Thanks
