At The Oviatt, we are lucky to witness some of life’s most meaningful moments — heartfelt vows, joyful tears, spontaneous dance breaks, and the quiet in-between moments that make a celebration unforgettable.
As we head into Thanksgiving, we wanted to press pause, take a breath, and simply say thank you.
This year, our couples, families, and vendors shared the most generous, thoughtful, and sincere words about their experiences in our historic penthouse. Below are five reviews that stayed with our team long after the last song played and the city lights dimmed.
We are endlessly grateful to everyone who trusted us with their love, their milestones, and their memories.
1. “They handled our plans with care and eagerness”
"We were so fortunate to find The Oviatt and book our wedding within 6 months. The entire staff, especially Lindsey and Gabe, were so kind and informative throughout the entire process. We never felt like we were just customers. They really handled our plans with care and an eagerness to make them happen for us… And thank you to the bar for pouring me a shot before I walked down the aisle.” - Shannon & Eric — 08/2025
Shanon + Eric - Photography: KLV Weddings
Our team loves a good timeline, but we love human moments even more. Thank you for trusting our team with such a special day — and for letting us be part of the fun, the nerves, and the magic.
2. “A cinematic night under the stars”
"From the French 75 cocktails… to dancing under the stars, every moment felt cinematic. The venue staff was helpful and professional, and our guests are still raving about the ambiance and the décor.” - Nicolette Tucker — 11/2025
If there’s one compliment our Art Deco heart loves, it’s “cinematic.” We work hard to curate moments, and knowing your guests are still talking about it makes us incredibly grateful.
3. “We saved a fortune on a florist. Who needs one when everything is already so classy?”
"The Oviatt venue is a multifaceted piece of beautiful Art Deco history… We saved a fortune on a florist. Who needs one when everything is already so classy?” - Daniel Byrne — 01/2025
Daniel + Christian - Photography: Lulan Photo
Our walls, floors, elevator, and rooftop do come dressed for the occasion — but it’s your love and energy that truly complete the room. We are honored that our historic space could support your vision in such a meaningful (and budget-friendly) way.
4. “A stress-free wedding with an incredible crew”
"Truly an exceptional venue and an even better crew to work with… We had such a stress free wedding, not to mention our guests were blown away by the venue.” - Ara Nazarian — 09/2025
A wedding without stress is one of the best compliments we can receive. Our goal is always to take the pressure off and let our couples be fully present. If you felt calm, supported, and surrounded by joy, then we did our job right. Thank you for trusting our crew so wholeheartedly.
5. “Inclusive, welcoming, and full of heart”
"They are inclusive and welcoming to any and all who come to visit. We felt valued, respected, and well cared for… it truly was the best day of our lives.” - Noah Lee & Partner — 01/2025
At the end of the day, this is what matters most to us. The Oviatt is a space for love in all its forms. Knowing you felt safe, celebrated, and at home here is the greatest compliment we could ever receive.
Noah + Nathaly
A Grateful Heart, A Historic Space, A Future Full of Celebrations
Our building has lived many lives since 1928, but none compare to the stories created inside its walls today. We love hosting your weddings, anniversaries, and once-in-a-lifetime celebrations.
This Thanksgiving, we are filled with gratitude for every host, every guest, every vendor, and every laugh that echoed through our halls in 2025.
Here’s to the memories we’ve created, the love we’ve witnessed, and the many joyful moments ahead. We cannot wait to welcome even more stories, more hugs, more tears, and double the celebration in the upcoming year.
