My fiancee and I had the ""dream"" wedding reception at the Atrium. We had the ceremony on the world famous pink granite plaza next to a modern fountain, surrounded by Philip Johnson architecture, and completely quiet and private because it is in the SF financial district which is closed down on Saturday. Everything was set up for us---chairs, runner, arch, as well as another outdoor space with a full bar and appetizer buffet, and of course the gorgeous dining room and glass dancing room. All we had to do was show up and do it. The staff cared for us as if we were their good friends, considerat, sincere, and sweet way beyond the call of duty, and completely competent and thorough in the way every detail was handled. The entire afternoon and evening was managed so seamlessly that it was like walking through a dream. We were ushered from the wedding site to the reception site, brought hand passed scrumptuous appetizers and champagne for an hour, which was a great fun time for eveyone. The weather was beautiful. We were served an extraordinary 4 star dinner, which included 3 choices for my guests' entrees. The food was not only beautifully plated, but was creative, had that extra special touch, and delicious---and this is banquet food. And the service was again impeccable, with no long waits, bread, water, wine constantly tended. We wisped along to cake cutting and dancing until 1 am. I am still receiving calls and notes about what an amazingly wonderful event my wedding reception was. And it was not expensive.
Pros: Inexpensive parking right in building.
Cons: None.
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