Top Philadelphia 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 Philadelphia. 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 Philadelphia venue has never been easier.
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The Windsor Suites
1700 Benjamin Franklin Pkwy, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA- Spaces for 5-80 Guests
- 5 Hotels
- 1 Outdoor
- 5 Total Spaces
The Windsor Suites is a boutique all-suite hotel set along Benjamin Franklin Parkway in Center City Philadelphia, between the Philadelphia Museum of Art and City Hall. The property hosts meetings, corporate events, weddings, and private gatherings across a range of indoor and outdoor spaces accommodating up to 80 guests. Congress Hall, the property's largest space at 1,056 square feet, can be divided into two smaller sections and outfitted with dual 80-inch monitors for presentations, suiting everything from boardroom meetings to receptions. For more intimate gatherings, the Gazette Boardroom offers an all-wood table and leather ergonomic chairs for up to 10 guests, while the Observation Lounge pairs floor-to-ceiling windows with a marble fireplace feature. The Rooftop Outdoor Terrace overlooks the Philadelphia skyline and gardens, and can be combined with the Observation Lounge for events that move between indoor and outdoor space. Wedding parties receive discounted guest rooms and Skyline Suites for bridal preparation, a complimentary welcome amenity for the couple, and no food and beverage minimum. The hotel's two on-site restaurants, Con Murphy's and Asia on the Parkway, offer additional dining options for guests during their stay.
Chestnut Hill College
9601 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19118, USA- Spaces for 96-150 Guests
- 2 Event Spaces
- 2 Historic Spaces
- 1 Meeting Space
Chestnut Hill College hosts weddings, corporate events, and social gatherings in historic Saint Joseph Hall, on the college's campus in Philadelphia's Chestnut Hill neighborhood. The Hall's Rotunda and adjacent Parlors give the venue its character, offering a distinctive, historic setting for celebrations. The Rotunda accommodates up to 125 guests for cocktail-style or theater-style events, or seats 96 guests at rounds of eight. The East Parlor and Redmond Room hold up to 150 guests for cocktail or theater-style setups, 60 in a classroom configuration, or seat 120 guests at rounds of eight. Event packages include catering and a full range of audiovisual support, with the College's events team available to arrange site visits and answer questions about available dates.
Ballroom at the Ben
834 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA- Spaces for 1,000 Guests
The Ballroom at the Ben is one of Philadelphia's most distinguished event spaces, set just steps from City Hall in the heart of Center City. Ornate ceilings, grand chandeliers, and rich architectural detail give the room a classic, formal backdrop suited to weddings, galas, and corporate events. The ballroom accommodates between 150 and 385 guests for a seated dinner or wedding, giving it range across intimate and large-scale affairs alike. Finley Catering operates the venue, handling planning and catering in-house from the first tour through the event itself.
Water Works
640 Waterworks Dr, Philadelphia, PA 19130, USA- Spaces for 400 Guests
- 1 Event Space
Water Works formerly drew visitors from all over the world, including Charles Dickens, who commended the "pleasing design" of the building for its blend of graceful Neoclassical architecture on the outside with then-revolutionary technology on the inside. Columned walkways, a vintage gazebo, the Art Museum perched dramatically above, and Boathouse Row stretched out along the Schuylkill River just beyond are some of the features that contribute to the Water Works' status as one of the city's most picturesque settings. Today, the Water Works offers lavish interior spaces that are replete with rich contemporary luxury. Adding an outdoor ceremony to your reception is something that should come as no surprise given the famous views, classically exquisite structures, groomed fields, and gardens that are all around you. The Water Works is home to a diverse range of environments, the likes of which are not often found in a single venue. The breathtaking scenery, tasteful architecture, and beautifully manicured grounds make it an obvious decision to hold the ceremony and reception outside.
NSCDA PA
1630 Latimer St, Philadelphia, PA 19103, USA- Spaces for 120 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Outdoor
- 1 space at this venue
The NSCDA/PA Headquarters House occupies a Colonial Revival building at 1630 Latimer Street in downtown Philadelphia, designed by the architectural firm Ritter and Shay and completed in 1923 as the home of the National Society of The Colonial Dames of America in Pennsylvania. The landscaped garden surrounding the house was designed by Marion Coffin, one of the first female landscape architects in the United States, and remains a four-season setting for outdoor ceremonies. Beyond its role as the Society's headquarters, the house functions as a private event venue, hosting weddings, corporate events, and other private gatherings for up to 120 guests. Smaller downstairs rooms, including the Drawing Room, Dining Room, and Loggia sunporch, suit more intimate gatherings, while the second-floor Ballroom, with its own built-in stage, accommodates the venue's larger receptions and is the only space where dancing is permitted. The house comes equipped with round and rectangular tables, high-top tables, and both indoor Chiavali chairs and outdoor padded resin chairs, and works from a list of pre-approved caterers for events held on site.
Society Hill Dance Academy
409 S 2nd St, Philadelphia, PA 19147, USA- Spaces for 400 Guests
Society Hill Dance Academy has served as Philadelphia's dance studio on East Passyunk Avenue since 2002, teaching ballroom, Latin, and social dance styles from Salsa and Swing to Tango and Foxtrot. Beyond its private and group lessons, the academy is also known around the city for its wedding dance instruction, helping couples prepare a first dance for their guests. The studio itself spans two stories and nearly 10,000 square feet, with hardwood dance floors, floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking East Passyunk Avenue, and a dedicated event sound system. That space doubles as a private event venue, hosting bachelorette parties, birthday parties, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, corporate events, reunions, and rehearsal dinners, with dance instructors on hand to teach guests a style of their choosing as part of the celebration. For a lower-key gathering, groups can also book a "Night Out With a Twist," bringing their own drinks and snacks while an instructor leads a dance lesson tailored to the occasion.
St. Mary's, Hamilton Village
3916 Locust Walk, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA- Spaces for 145-300 Guests
- 2 Event Spaces
- 1 Historic Space
In the heart of the University of Pennsylvania campus, St. Mary's Church, Hamilton Village, has been a place of prayer, hospitality, and belonging for more than 200 years. The neo-Gothic church is part of the Episcopal Diocese of Pennsylvania and serves as the Episcopal Church at Penn, welcoming a loving, diverse, and inclusive community. St. Mary's has long been a community hub on Penn's campus and in the surrounding neighborhood, hosting music and other cultural and arts events for decades. Its Sanctuary and Parish Hall are available to book for weddings, performances, workshops, charity fundraisers, and community gatherings. Renters begin the process by requesting a Facilities Usage Application and scheduling a site tour with the church's staff.
Hotel Monaco - Philadelphia
433 Chestnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA- Spaces for 25-325 Guests
- 10 Hotels
- 3 Ballrooms
- 10 Total Spaces
Kimpton Hotel Monaco Philadelphia occupies a historic building in Old City, directly across from the Liberty Bell and Independence Hall on what the hotel calls the nation's most historic square mile. The adaptive-reuse property pairs that setting with a globally-inspired, distinctive design sensibility, giving weddings and events a backdrop that blends centuries of history with contemporary character. The hotel offers more than 13,000 square feet of event space, anchored by the Lafayette Ballroom, which seats up to 200 guests and can be divided into smaller sections for more intimate gatherings. Couples can also exchange vows outdoors in the Thomas Jefferson Garden, a ceremony-only space exclusive to Hotel Monaco weddings, or head ten stories up to the Stratus Rooftop Lounge for cocktail hours and after-parties with city views from its private pavilions. All-inclusive wedding packages are handled by a dedicated team of wedding specialists, with catering from the in-house Red Owl Tavern kitchen and setup, cleanup, furniture, linens, china, and glassware included. Wedding guests also receive discounted room blocks at the 268-room hotel, which includes a fitness center and pet-friendly accommodations.
Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti
212 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA- Spaces for 30-150 Guests
- 3 Restaurants
- 3 Event Spaces
Positano Coast by Aldo Lamberti brings the beauty of the Amalfi Coast to Old City Philadelphia. The restaurant's chic, colorful interior offers an escape from the city into a Southern Italian-inspired setting, suited to both quiet evenings and elegant affairs. The kitchen draws on the food and culture of Southern Italy, with a menu centered on fresh seafood and house-made pastas. The restaurant hosts private events ranging from intimate gatherings to larger celebrations, including weddings, birthdays, rehearsal dinners, bachelorette parties, and baby showers. Several private rooms are available, and the events team collaborates with clients to customize menus and settings for each occasion.
The Common Place
5736 Chester Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143, USA- Spaces for 30-400 Guests
- 2 Event Spaces
The Common Place is a community center in Southwest Philadelphia, housed in a building that also serves as home base for the organization's youth and family programming. Beyond its work in education, food sovereignty, and community collaboration, The Common Place opens its doors to community partners and individuals looking to host events. The building offers a handful of distinct spaces for gatherings. The Greenway is a multi-purpose room built around a stage, suited to larger gatherings and performances and accommodating up to 80 seated guests or 125 standing. The Parlor is a smaller, classroom-style room for more intimate groups of around 30, with an adjoining kitchenette available for food warming and preparation. Hosts interested in booking a space submit a request online and hear back from The Common Place's team within 24 to 48 hours.
Heroes Ballroom @ the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 5
11630 Caroline Rd, Philadelphia, PA 19154, USA- Spaces for 325-350 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
Flourtown Country Club
150 McCloskey Rd, Flourtown, PA 19031, USA- Spaces for 300-325 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Country Club
Flourtown Country Club is a historic Philadelphia-area property known as the region's only farm-to-table country club, with catering handled by its exclusive partner, Seedling and Sage. Inside, the clubhouse retains original touches like a fireplace, French doors, exposed stone, crown molding, and original hardwood floors, giving the space a vintage-chic character alongside its more recently renovated interiors. The club's 6,000-square-foot Ballroom opens through double French doors onto the Tented Veranda, a 3,600-square-foot stone patio outfitted with ambient market lighting, rattan chandeliers, and a 20-foot built-in oak bar. Both spaces connect to a golf deck overlooking the club's 9-hole course, giving couples cocktail hour, dinner, and dancing space that flows between indoors and out. For ceremonies, the club also offers two outdoor sites, Twin Oaks and the Golf Garden, both set among the grounds and golf course views, in addition to the covered Tented Veranda. Wedding packages include full place settings with china and Chiavari chairs, a seasonal harvest display, butlered appetizers, a plated dinner, a five-hour open bar, custom wedding cake, and a private second-floor suite for the wedding party, making the club a one-stop setting for both ceremony and reception.
Camden County Boathouse
7050 N Park Dr, Pennsauken Township, NJ 08109, USA- Spaces for 200 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Waterfront
Camden County Boathouse at Cooper River is a waterfront event venue set along the banks of the Cooper River in the 346-acre Cooper River Park, spanning Pennsauken and neighboring South Jersey townships. The building pairs rustic character with modern elegance — vaulted ceilings, reclaimed beams, and sculptural metal and crystal chandeliers fill a two-story space with natural light, while a wraparound porch offers sweeping south and west views of the river and the Philadelphia skyline. The Ballroom accommodates up to 200 seated guests and is furnished with tables, black chiavari chairs, handmade farm tables, and two portable bars, along with a built-in dance floor. Updated parlor suites and an outdoor ceremony space along the river's edge are available, including a matrimony garden with pavers and a pergola for ceremonies on the grounds. The venue hosts weddings, receptions, galas, bar and bat mitzvahs, corporate events, fundraisers, and private celebrations. Complimentary Wi-Fi, parking, and state-of-the-art A/V capabilities round out the event experience for both social and corporate clients.
Penn Museum
3260 South St, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA- Spaces for 60-629 Guests
- 12 Museums
- 3 Outdoor Spaces
- 12 Total Spaces
Designed in the 1890s, the Penn Museum is a 300,000-square-foot historic building on the University of Pennsylvania's campus, with exterior details including glass mosaics by the Tiffany Glass Company, sculptures by Alexander Stirling Calder, and marble medallions by John Ross of New York City. Inside, the Museum houses one-of-a-kind artifacts acquired from over 300 archaeological and anthropological expeditions, giving guests a world of history to explore in a single evening. The Museum welcomes wedding ceremonies and receptions, showers, rehearsals, mitzvahs, corporate events, and philanthropic occasions. Event spaces range from the Asia Gallery, the Museum's largest, set beneath a 90-foot early 20th-century dome, to the newly renovated Sphinx Gallery with its arched windows and marble staircases, to Coxe Hall's soaring ceilings and polished terrazzo floors. Outdoor options include the Warden Garden, with Tiffany Glass Company mosaics, and the Stoner Courtyard, featuring sculptural pieces by Alexander Stirling Calder and a central marble fountain. For lectures, meetings, and performances, the Museum offers the coffered-dome Harrison Auditorium, the fully AV-equipped Widener Lecture Hall, and Rainey Auditorium. Catering is provided in-house by Restaurant Associates, and the Museum's Simple & Sweet package offers an intimate, budget-friendly weekday daytime wedding option for up to 70 guests. Every event is monitored by museum security personnel to protect the collections and historic structure throughout.
The Crystal Tea Room
100 E Penn Square, Philadelphia, PA 19107, USA- Spaces for 1,200 Guests
- 1 Ballroom
- 1 Landmark
- 1 Historic Space
Located in Philadelphia's landmark Wanamaker Building, The Crystal Tea Room is one of the city's most iconic event venues. Its grand ballroom is adorned with crystal chandeliers, classic columns, and soaring ceilings, offering a dramatic, timeless setting for weddings, galas, corporate events, and upscale fundraisers. The expansive space accommodates guest counts from 150 to 1,200 for a seated wedding dinner while maintaining a warm, welcoming ambiance. The venue's Center City location adds convenience for guests and a striking backdrop for photography, rounding out a full city experience for couples. Finley Catering provides on-site catering for every event at The Crystal Tea Room, drawing on the company's award-winning cuisine. A parking garage beneath the Wanamaker Building, with entrance off Juniper Street, serves guests attending events at the venue.
Glen Foerd Mansion
5001 Grant Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19114, USA- Spaces for 300 Guests
You can enter a world of majestic elegance by entering Glen Foerd's front door. Your visitors will be in awe of the living history all around them when they are in your mansion for the day. From the artwork in the gallery on the second level to the exquisitely designed interior spaces and architectural features, to the grand staircase and breathtaking stained-glass skylights. Have a drink and explore the 18-acre estate, taking in the riverfront scenery and the traditional gardens. Enjoy dinner and dancing next in a completely customisable event structure tucked between the estate and the river on the riverfront. Your pictures will be able to tell the tale of your most special day, and you can return to visit on each anniversary. Our strategy is straightforward: we give a completely tailored experience while using the greatest products available. Together, you and our event planning team create a creative menu that highlights the best seasonal ingredients and captures the mood and style of your gathering. The end result is a menu that stays loyal to your vision while being guest-friendly. Our services go far beyond simply creating the menu; they also include coordinating every little thing. We meticulously and smoothly plan your day, from the ceremony to the place arrangements, the trademark beverages to the favors. Because to our years of experience, we can guarantee that we will carefully execute every detail of your wedding and give you and your guests an unforgettable and amazing day filled with delicious food.
SPiN, Philadelphia
211 S 15th St, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA- Spaces for 400 Guests
SPIN Philadelphia is a ping pong social club set at the corner of 15th & Walnut, spanning 12,000 square feet with 16 Olympic-grade Stiga tables, a full bar, and art from renowned artists throughout the space. Beyond ping pong, the venue offers tabletop shuffleboard, Atari Pong, and giant games like Connect 4 and Jenga, along with sports on screens and live DJ music. For private events, SPIN Philadelphia offers flexible table configurations across its 16 tables, a dedicated private room with its own bar and seating, and a private rooftop with skyline views. The venue is equipped with a state-of-the-art audio/visual system for presentations or performances, and hosts corporate events, team building, conferences, and social parties, with SPIN Pros available to lead competitions and tournaments. On-site catering features a chef-driven menu of shareable dishes, and guests can look for the venue's signature bathtub filled with ping pong balls, a favorite photo spot.
Hilton Philadelphia at Penn's Landing
201 S Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106, USA- Spaces for 500 Guests
Located in Philadelphia, this Hilton hotel has over 24,000 square feet of event space which makes it a perfect spot for a wedding. The event spaces are elegant and are able to accommodate various party sizes. Room blocks are available so out of town guests can easily find a place to stay in a big city. The suites that guests can stay in offer views of the skyline and waterfront and the ballroom's large windows allow guests to see the water and breathtaking sunsets. Guests will enjoy the delicious food and convenient location.
The Haddon Fortnightly
301 Kings Hwy E, Haddonfield, NJ 08033, USA- Spaces for 250 Guests
The Haddon Fortnightly is a historic event venue in Haddonfield, New Jersey, housed in a landmarked building constructed in 1857 as the Second Methodist Church. The Haddon Fortnightly — a women's civic organization founded in 1894 — acquired the property in 1931 and has maintained it as its headquarters since. The structure is listed on both the New Jersey and National Registers of Historic Places. Four spaces are available for private rental — The Foyer, The Club Room, The Tea Room, and The Auditorium — and the entire building can be reserved for larger events. The Elizabeth Suite, a newly added bridal suite, offers a dedicated preparation space for wedding parties. The venue hosts hundreds of private and public events each year, welcoming weddings, birthday parties, baby showers, fundraisers, corporate functions, and reunions.