Top Ohio Luncheon Venues
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Choosing your luncheon venue will be one of the most important steps in the planning process. So much goes into finding the perfect venue in Ohio. You’ll want to consider everything from the aesthetics of the space to any in-house amenities and services. Luckily, PartySlate makes it easy with our Find Venues page. Use the filters to narrow your search — taking into account everything from your guest count to specific catering preferences. Once you’ve set your filters, scroll down to search our curated list. Look for the “featured” tag for PartySlate’s top recommendations. With PartySlate, finding your ideal Ohio venue has never been easier.
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Baum Opera House
15 S 1st St, Miamisburg, OH 45342, USA- Spaces for 250 Guests
Established in 1884 by German immigrant Charles Baum, the Baum Opera House is a historic landmark in downtown Miamisburg, Ohio. Originally known as the Star City Opera House, the building once hosted vaudeville acts, theatrical performances, and community events before transitioning into a cinema and, eventually, a modern event venue. Today, the opera house serves as a flexible gathering space for weddings, concerts, theatrical productions, and private celebrations, while ongoing preservation efforts maintain its 19th-century character. Located at 15 S. First St. in the heart of Miamisburg, the venue continues its legacy as a cultural gathering place for the region.
Shaker Heights Country Club
3300 Courtland Blvd, Shaker Heights, OH 44122, USA- Spaces for 350 Guests
Shaker Heights Country Club is a full-service, family-oriented private club situated just east of Shaker Square in the heart of historic Shaker Heights, Ohio. The club's various private function spaces accommodate events ranging from intimate off-site business meetings to large-scale wedding receptions, with the clubhouse and private dining spaces hosting up to 400 guests in total. The ballroom serves as the centerpiece event venue, featuring elegant lighting and crystal chandeliers, a neutral-toned palette that adapts to any event aesthetic, and an open floor plan that can be configured to the size of the gathering. The Donald Ross-designed 18-hole golf course makes the club a sought-after setting for golf outings as well. A year-round calendar of programming — from family-fun events to wine dinners — reflects the club's standing as a full-service private club in Northeast Ohio.
Winking Lizard Tavern Party Center
25200 Miles Rd, Bedford, OH 44146, USA- Spaces for 120-150 Guests
- 1 Restaurant
- 1 Event Space
Winking Lizard Tavern Party Center is a private banquet and event space in Bedford Heights, Ohio, located in the building directly south of the Bedford Heights Winking Lizard Tavern restaurant. The room accommodates up to 120 seated guests, or up to 150 with limited seating, arranged around custom finished-wood 60-inch round tables that seat eight guests each. The space features a large bar, a coat room, a projection screen, and four flat-screen TVs, with hardwood floors throughout that allow a dance floor to be set up anywhere in the room. A covered patio with a gas fire pit is included with every room rental and available for seasonal use. Complimentary audio-visual equipment includes a cordless microphone, satellite radio, wireless internet, a DVD player, and a tripod easel, and a photo booth with unlimited photos is available to add on. Events are booked with the help of a dedicated event coordinator and can run up to four hours Sunday through Thursday or five hours Friday and Saturday, with food served buffet style from Winking Lizard's kitchen. The facility has disabled access and welcomes outside DJs, bands, and other entertainment vendors.
Wexner Park
7860 Bevelhymer Rd, New Albany, OH 43054, USA- Spaces for 60 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Garden
- 1 Park
Wexner Park is a 2.2-acre community park in New Albany, Ohio, operated by New Albany Parks & Recreation. The park is built around Davis Commons, a formal lawn and pergola setting, and a pavilion with a stone fireplace, serving kitchen, and restrooms, making it a versatile spot for family gatherings, community events, and small weddings. The pavilion accommodates up to 60 guests and includes six large picnic tables that seat 36 to 42 people, with room for hosts to bring in additional tables and chairs. A multi-age playground sits adjacent to the pavilion, and the fireplace is available for use with guest-supplied firewood. Rentals are available to residents of the New Albany-Plain Local School District, with reservations required two weeks or more in advance for groups of 20 or more.
Glenross Golf Club
231 Club House Dr, Delaware, OH 43015, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
Glenross Golf Club is an 18-hole golf and event facility in Delaware, Ohio, designed by Jack Kidwell and opened in 1968. The course plays 6,551 yards through rolling fairways, undulating greens, 50 sand bunkers, seven ponds, and a natural creek that winds through stands of large oak trees — terrain that gives the property a distinctive character and provides a scenic backdrop for outdoor gatherings. The clubhouse holds a banquet hall and The Pub at Glenross, together accommodating a range of private events: wedding receptions, rehearsal dinners, anniversary and milestone celebrations, corporate meetings, retreats, and golf outings. The culinary team offers customizable menus ranging from casual to gourmet, and staff provide coordination support from planning through event day. The property is managed by KemperSports.
Sheraton Columbus Hotel at Capitol Square
75 E State St, Columbus, OH 43215, USA- Spaces for 800 Guests
- 1 Hotel
- 1 Ballroom
The Plaza Hotel Columbus at Capitol Square occupies a prominent position in the heart of downtown Columbus, directly across from the Ohio Statehouse and within walking distance of the Ohio Theatre and the Greater Columbus Convention Center. The hotel offers 16,686 square feet of flexible event space spread across nine meeting venues, ranging from intimate boardrooms to the Governor's Ballroom — the property's largest space, accommodating up to 800 guests beneath 14-foot coffered ceilings, grand chandeliers, and floor-to-ceiling windows. The Congressional Ballroom provides a distinct alternative, with 10-foot ceilings and a private outdoor patio overlooking Columbus Commons, offering natural light and downtown views. The Plaza Restaurant and Lounge, located on the second floor, serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner alongside a full-service bar — a convenient resource for pre- and post-event dining. Professional event planners and personalized catering menus are available to support gatherings of all sizes.
Hilton Columbus/Polaris
8700 Lyra Dr, Columbus, OH 43240, USA- Spaces for 450 Guests
The Hilton Columbus/Polaris is north Columbus's premier full-service hotel — a thoughtfully designed property that welcomes guests with natural earth tones, warm wood, stone, and generous natural light throughout. Contemporary and inviting in equal measure, it is the region's standout choice for both celebrated stays and exceptional events. For weddings, galas, and private receptions, the hotel is genuinely hard to match. A spacious, pillar-free ballroom divides into flexible configurations and is complemented by boardrooms and pre-function areas, combining to host celebrations of up to 550 guests. Expert on-site event planners manage every detail — catering, A/V, and custom special requests — so that each event unfolds exactly as imagined. The full-service experience is remarkable at every turn. The hotel's incredible on-site restaurant and bar, 17 Arrows Craft Kitchen & Bar, brings inspired cuisine and cocktails to every occasion. A seasonal patio with firepits, an indoor pool, and a full fitness center make the hotel a destination in itself. Positioned right beside Polaris Fashion Place and just off I-71, the Hilton Columbus/Polaris is where north Columbus celebrates.
New Thought Unity Center
1401 E McMillan St, Cincinnati, OH 45206, USA- Spaces for 506 Guests
New Thought Unity Center occupies a historic building in Cincinnati's East Walnut Hills neighborhood, dedicated in November 1926 and rooted in a community tracing back to the late 1890s. Located at 1401 E. McMillan Street, roughly one mile from Interstate 71, the center offers a church setting with a spiritual atmosphere that is not tied to any specific religious tradition, making it a welcoming backdrop for weddings, memorial services, and private celebrations. The main Sanctuary seats up to 500 guests on the main level with an additional 100 seats in the balcony. The nearly 100-year-old space is noted for its excellent acoustics and natural light, with simple stained glass windows that photograph well. A Chapel is available for small, intimate ceremonies, and an outdoor Garden Gazebo provides an option for al fresco celebrations. An on-site wedding coordinator and sound booth operator are available for events. Dressing rooms for bridal parties are located on the lower level, and ample parking with staff-directed assistance is provided for guests.
The Valley Gem Sternwheeler
601 Front St, Marietta, OH 45750, USA- Spaces for 149-290 Guests
- 2 Outdoor Spaces
- 2 Boats
- 2 Waterfront
The Valley Gem Sternwheeler and Major/Riviera operate as excursion and event riverboats on the Ohio and Muskingum Rivers, docked at 601 Front Street in Marietta, Ohio. Built in 1989 by the Sands family, the Valley Gem is a genuine sternwheel paddleboat now carrying up to 290 passengers, while the Major/Riviera pairs a historic 1928 vessel with the Riviera's two-deck, 149-passenger capacity for dinner cruises, sightseeing tours, and private events. Private charters, weddings, corporate events, and reunions are hosted aboard both vessels, with catering packages built around a two-hour cruise that includes dinner, linens, and china. The boats' climate-controlled lower deck offers an enclosed cafe, restrooms, a sound system with microphone access, and handicap-accessible ramp boarding. A full-service bar operates on Ohio River cruises, and couples can be married on board by their own clergy or by Captain Sands. In-house entertainers, established in 2021, also stage cabarets, murder mysteries, and dinner theater productions aboard the boats throughout the May-through-December season.
Penitentiary Glen Reservation
8668 Kirtland Chardon Rd, Willoughby, OH 44094, USA- Spaces for 75-120 Guests
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 Art Gallery
- 2 Total Spaces
Penitentiary Glen Reservation is a 424-acre nature preserve in Kirtland, Ohio, managed by Lake Metroparks. The park takes its name from a 100-foot deep gorge that earned the nickname "Penitentiary Glen" from settlers in the 1880s — the gorge was easy to enter but hard to escape, much like a jail. The grounds encompass forests, fields, wetlands, and 8.5 miles of hiking trails, and have been recognized as a "Watchable Wildlife" site by Ohio's Division of Wildlife. For private events, Forest Hall in the Nature Center accommodates up to 120 guests in a climate-controlled, wheelchair-accessible multipurpose room fitted with kitchen facilities and audio-visual equipment. Rabbit Run Shelter offers smaller outdoor gatherings for up to 75 guests. The grounds also include the Kevin P. Clinton Wildlife Center, which rehabilitates approximately 2,000 injured or orphaned animals each year, and Lake Shore Live Steamers miniature steam train rides — distinctive features that give the reservation a naturalistic character unlike traditional event venues.
Embassy Suites Columbus-Dublin
5100 Upper Metro Pl, Dublin, OH 43017, USA- Spaces for 400 Guests
Embassy Suites by Hilton Columbus Dublin is an all-suite hotel in Dublin, Ohio, offering 284 two-room suites each with a separate living area and bedroom. The hotel sits off SR-161 and I-270, within minutes of Historic Dublin and the Bridge Park district. For private events and meetings, the property provides 12,698 square feet of multifunctional space accommodating up to 1,100 guests. An open atrium with a water feature serves as a natural gathering point for cocktail receptions and networking, while the divisible ballroom — featuring an open floor plan with options for customizable uplighting — accommodates weddings, banquets, and large corporate functions. A professional banquet manager coordinates each event, supported by an in-house catering team available for meetings, receptions, and banquets throughout the day.
Old Kent Jailhouse
497 Middlebury Rd, Kent, OH 44240, USA- Spaces for 22 Guests
- 1 Historic Space
- 1 Waterfront
- 1 Park
Tucked inside Fred Fuller Park in Kent, Ohio, the Old Kent Jailhouse is a historic building turned intimate gathering space, operated by Kent Parks & Recreation. The single-room venue seats up to 22 guests at six six-foot tables, making it a natural fit for bridal showers, baby showers, photoshoots, and small meetings. A large deck overlooks the Cuyahoga River, lending small celebrations a scenic outdoor perch. Inside, renters have use of a kitchenette, tables and chairs for 22, restrooms, air conditioning, and public Wi-Fi. Parking sits at the bottom of the sidewalk leading up to the building. The jailhouse is available on weekday evenings and throughout the day on weekends, with dates bookable up to six months in advance through Kent Parks & Recreation.