Local Wedding Resources

Locations, lodging, music, flowers, photographers and more... these local resources are available to help make your wedding day perfect

Reception and Ceremony Sites

Hastings House Garden Weddings
Weddings and receptions in a romantic garden next to the Pacific Ocean. Old fashioned roses and herbs scent the air and the sound of the waves will delight your senses.
Call Linda Montalto Patterson (650) 726-2513
Linda@hastingshouseweddings.com
Chateau La Joye
An outdoor venue to enjoy the casual country elegance for 60 to 500.
Call Joanne Joye-Francesconi (650) 747-0163
joanne@chateaulajoye.com
Costanoa
Located one hour south of San Francisco on historic Hwy. 1, the lodge and camp offers beauty, peace and a restful pace in a spectacular setting.
weddings@costanoa.com or 650.879.7307
Call Mariana Ivancko (650) 879-1100
Cypress Meadows
Beautiful meadow and ocean views. Spacious indoor and outdoor sites ceremonies and receptions.
650-728-8045
Contact: Sharon Dardenelle
Community United Methodist Church
We welcome anyone who wishes to be married and have two facilities for wedding ceremonies. The historic Chapel was built in 1872, seats 100 people, and a piano is available. The larger Sanctuary seats 250 people, has an organ and a piano available, and audio-visual capabilities.
(650) 726-4621
Best Western Lighthouse Hotel
Wedding and Reception facilities... ocean front, the views from the Lighthouse Hotel in Rockaway Beach in Pacific are spectacular and unparalleled!!
Call Grace (650) 359-0302
Crab Landing Seafood & Steakhouse
Sushi & Oyster Bar - Half Moon
Crab Landing Seafood & Steakhouse in Half Moon Bay is featuring the seafood, the steaks with both an oyster and sushi bar.
Half Moon Bay State Beach
Four miles of broad, sandy beaches. Wedding reservations for the Half Moon Bay beaches need to be made through California State Park
Call to get a permit: Craig (831) 335-3455
Half Moon Bay Golf Links
Half Moon Bay Golf Links offers a spectacular ocean-side venue perfect for elegant wedding ceremonies and receptions.
Contact Amy McNeil
650-773-8895 or amcneil@hmbgolflinks.com
Harbor House Conference Center
Weddings & Receptions
On the water at Princeton by the Sea
Call (650) 728-1572
Half Moon Bay Brewing Company
Oceanfront restaurant and brew pub, banquet and party rooms.
Call Cynthia Vaznaugh (650) 728-2739
The Huli Cat
Available for weddings, receptions & custom charters. 2 hour minimum $150/hr. On the Sportfishing side, Huli Cat fishes the central coast out of Half Moon Bay for Salmon, Rock Cod, Tuna and also does Whale Watching. Capacity of the Huli Cat is 2 to 37 guests.
Call Capt. Tom Matusch (650) 726-2066

It's Italia Pizzeria
Have your reception and rehearsal dinners on our beautiful outdoor patio. Newly renovated main street location adjacent to
Half Moon Bay Inn.

Miramar Beach Restaurant
Ocean view dining, wedding receptions
Call Sheri Lewis (650) 726-9053
Email miramarinfo@comcast.com
La Nebbia Winery
Celebrate your special occasion in our historic winery, amidst the scenic San Mateo Hillside. Weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners and private wine tastings.
Call Frank (650) 726-9463
Pasta Moon Ristorante
Seating 80 guests in the main dining room and up to 40 in our garden room we are an ideal location for rehearsal dinner and receptions. The outdoor area, overlooks a beautiful flower laced lawn and the Pilarcitos Creek and can seat 150 or have 250 standing for cocktails and appetizers. Call Nicole Keating (650) 726-5125 nicole@pastamoon.com
Moss Beach Distillery
The Distillery, with spectacular ocean views, has been a popular restaurant for many years. We offer private dining facilities, customized menus featuring delicious creations and a professional staff that will assist with every detail to make your wedding event a perfect one. Contact Beverly Anolin at 650-728-0220 for information.
Sam's Chowder House
El Granada Stunning øcean views
Phone: (650) 712-0245
Special Events: Tracy Benedict
tracy@samschowderhouse.com
Oceano Hotel and Spa
Oceano Hotel and Spa overlooking picturesque Pillar Point Harbor. Elegant 4,400 square foot Grand Ballroom and Atrium which offer a beautiful backdrop for an ideal indoor gathering. Wedding events, from the rehearsal dinner to the ceremony and reception. Accommodations include ninety-five beautifully appointed guest suites, most overlooking the Pacific Ocean.

Contact Nancy: (650) 726-5400

San Benito House
Weddings, receptions, rehearsal dinners and lodging. A warm country inn in Half Moon Bay. Beautiful dining room. Flower filled deck.
Call Cristina at (650) 919-3962

Sanctuary Cruises
Boating trips on the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary. Year-round whale & dolphin watching, romantic wedding cruises and spectacular celebrations.
Call Heidi Tiura & Stephen Dutton (831) 917-104
 

Lodging

Best Western Half Moon Bay Lodge
Offers gracious hospitality and luxurious guest rooms for your wedding. Try our Romantic Escape Package. Let us help you put a little romance in your life, close the drapes, dim the lights, and light the fire. We'll provide the sparkling wine and gourmet chocolate. Then unwind in a scented bubble bath. Our romantic gift basket includes all you need to make your night memorable.
Contact Sandra Tavasci (650) 726-9000 ext. 305
stavasci@halfmoonbaylodge.com

Cypress Inn on Miramar Beach
Ocean front and every room has a view of the sea. Unique suites.
Call (650) 726-2249

215 Mirada
An ocean front beach house in Halfmoon Bay
Email: mermade4@yahoo.com
Phone: (650) 560-9189
Cell Phone: (650) 728-3813

Beach House Hotel
Reminiscent of a private Nantucket summer home, the Beach House Hotel Half Moon Bay offers spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean and Pillar Point Harbor. Just 25 miles south of San Francisco the hotel features 54 spacious Ocean Lofts.
(650) 712-0220
Pillar Point Inn
At Pillar Point Harbor, an ocean front touch of Cape Cod on the California coast.
Call (800) 400-8281
Half Moon Bay Inn
Bridal showers, rehearsal dinners, wedding receptions, and a 14 room boutique hotel for the wedding party and out of town guests. Located on historic Main Street.
Call Jamie, events coordinator (650) 726-1177
Landis Shores
Landis Shore-Luxury ocean front Inn in Miramar Beach, Half Moon Bay
Call (650) 726-6642
Old Thyme Inn
Friendly, informal, and charming in Half Moon Bay.
Call Rick & Kathy Ellis (800) 720-4277, (650) 726-1616
Pacific Victorian Bed and Breakfast
Elegant Victorian Inn located in Miramar Beach, Half Moon Bay, two blocks from the Beach with views of Pacific Ocean and surrounding mountains.
Jeff and Lori Matthews (650) 712-3900, (888) 929-0906

Music

Richard Patterson, Guitarist
Classical/acoustic guitarist Richard Patterson creates the ideal atmosphere for your wedding or special occasion. Available as a soloist or in combination with other instruments such as flute or violin.
Call (650) 726-1203
richard@omniconcerts.com
Golden Bough
Celtic harp, violin, guitar, pennywhistle, mandolin, accordion, bodhran (Celtic drum) and vocals. Add a Celtic flavor to your wedding with the music of Ireland and Scotland. Available for wedding ceremonies and receptions. Also available as a soloist (harp) or a duo.
Call (650)359-5832

Photography & Video

Dave Medal Photography
email: davemedal@yahoo.com
phone #: 831-345-6203
Kirk Moore
E-mail: kirk@4moores.net
Phone: 650-726-3490
Premier Video Services
Capture the magic of your special day! Preserve your precious memories with our signature artistic shooting and editing style. Call Robert Schnitzius (650)-455-5235 or email robert@premierAVS.com
Todd Rafalovich Photography
Phone: (650) 685.8070
info@toddrafalovich.com
Kimberly White Photography
Call 650-373-7881
kimberly@kimberlywhite.com
Wild Iris Photography
Call (831) 331-9408
la@wildirisphoto.com
Michael A. Wong, Spring Mountain Gallery
Half Moon Bay, CA
wk (650) 726-3025 hm (650) 728-5949
 

Wedding Flowers

Alena's Design
Alena Jean 650-726-3662
Blumengarten
Half Moon Bay, San Francisco, Wine Country
Call Tanja Fischer (650) 560-9621 or (800) 252-6533
Pine Potter Plantation
Half Moon Bay
Specializing in small intimate weddings
Call Wendy Pine AIFD (650) 726-2082
pinepp@sbcglobal.net
Repetto's Greenhouse Florist
(est. 1976) A family managed full-service florist specializing in beautiful wedding flowers.
Call Kathie (800) 772-7519

Bakeries

Elegant Cheese Cakes
Specializing in Original Design Wedding and Celebration Cakes dressed with Belgian Chocolate and garnished with edible adornments.
Call Susan Morgan (650) 728-2248
Moonside Bakery and Cafe
European Style Bakery located in Half Moon Bay
Call Barbara and Thomas Grauke (650) 726-9070

Other Wedding Services

Bridal Services
An exclusive service for hair, nails, and make-up. Done in a private setting near Judith's.
Call Kathleen Toby (650) 726-0730
California Pacific Limo
Friendly staff, every ride is a memorable experience.
Call (650) 738-5668, (650) 726-2664
Half Moon Bay Chamber of Commerce
The Half Moon Bay Coastside Chamber of Commerce and Visitors' Bureau
Call (650) 726-8380
Harbormoon
Inside info on ten Bed & Breakfast Inns in the Half Moon Bay/ Coastside area with free checking of availability for any date.
The Crystal Hermitage at Ananda Village
Chapel and reception facilities at Ananda Village in Nevada City, CA
Special Events Catering
Personalized catering for every occasion, small to elaborate affairs.
Call Pattie Swartz (650) 726-1555