Falls Church Wedding Venues

2941 Restaurant

THE WEDDING EVENT OF YOUR DREAMS
4.8 out of 5 stars and 24 reviews
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Falls Church, VA

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Vendor
Michelle Marquez
EVENT DIRECTOR
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2941 Restaurant is a modern restaurant wedding venue in Falls Church, VA. Offering a chic escape into nature, the venue is just 25 minutes outside the great capital city of Washington DC. Blending the charm of nature with stylish, upscale finishes, it is an unforgettable location for fabulous wedding celebrations. 2941 Restaurant offers luxe indoor and outdoor event spaces for up to 200 guests. The towering white building features walls made entirely of windows, which overlook the tall trees and lush greenery of the grounds. Nestled within nature, couples can exchange vows outdoors on a backdrop of mature trees. Another idyllic ceremony location on the premises features a large waterfall fixture, providing serene water sounds as you seal your love. The paved patios offer plenty of space for cocktail hours and outdoor receptions. The ample indoor gallery space is perfect for lavish festivities. Its high ceilings and large windows create a light and airy atmosphere. Blown glass pendant lights and colorful artwork adorn the space, adding to its grandeur and elegance. The venue offers full-service, private use of the space on your wedding day. A team of professional wedding planners will be on hand to assist with each detail. Customizable setup options include the use of the restaurant’s tables, chairs, and dinnerware. The creative culinary team offers exquisite on-site catering. They craft fresh, flavourful menus, incorporating French and Mediterranean cuisines. Expert mixologists are available throughout your celebration. Couples can request a signature drink designed specifically to complement their big day. Reach out to the 2941 Restaurant team and begin your journey to forever in the opulent surroundings of this breathtaking venue. What You'll Love About 2941 Restaurant Couples love this venue for its breathtaking indoor and outdoor spaces, creating an enchanting atmosphere for their wedding day. Past clients have said that their guests were full of compliments for the delicious food and impeccable service. Browse through the venue's photo gallery to view its celebration spaces.
24+ years in business
Speaks English, French, Spanish
Large team (21+ members)
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Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Reception Area
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
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Ballroom
Restaurant
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Bar & Drinks
Cakes & Desserts
Food & Catering
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Meet the team
  • Vendor
    Michelle Marquez
    Event Director
    Michelle Marquez brings over 18 years of hospitality experience to her position as director of special events at 2941. From helping couples stage fairytale weddings to arranging memorable dining events at the restaurant, Marquez takes full advantage of the varied and strong skill set she has developed over her years in the hospitality industry.
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4.8
out of 5.0
24 reviews
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2941 Restaurant is a stunning wedding venue with beautiful water views and lush grounds perfect for photos. Guests praised the exceptional, restaurant-quality food and cocktails and the attentive, professional service. Experienced staff and seamless coordination handled details like AV and parking, making the day run smoothly.
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5/06/2026
2941 Restaurant was our wedding venue and I could not recommend them more strongly. Reasons: - The food! Delicious. Truly the same quality as any night out at a high-end restaura...
nt. For goodness sake they asked each person who ordered one how they wanted their steak cooked. Everyone raved about it (especially the passed apps!) - my best friend said it was the best food he’d had at ANY event and he hadn’t even known it was possible for food to be that good at a large function. Their cocktails are great too! - The service. The kind of dinner service you don’t even get at most nice restaurants. The room was fully prepped on time. Each course was served to all 115 guests almost simultaneously. The waiters were gracious and attentive. The coffee was served with steamed milk. They were also conscientious and accommodating about dietary restrictions (double checking about possible allergies, asking if the vegan guest wanted sorbet). - The coordination. Ivana was our venue coordinator and it was a delight to work with her. Throughout prep she always answered questions quickly and clearly. The flat-fee structure for the venue rental also meant we never felt nickled & dimed. 2941 also has an efficient process locked down from decades of experience. - Convenience: by booking 2941 I had the venue, ceremony location, banquet furniture, china, crystal, linens, dance floor, food, drinks, and dessert solved - huge simplification! - Cost-effectiveness: The place is already so beautiful I barely had any decorating costs. The fee for everything listed above was sooo reasonable (and the convenience easily made up for any premium), and the food tasted so much more expensive than it was. My wedding was pretty much perfect and choosing 2941 Restaurant was a big part of that.
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10/11/2025
We are so happy that we went with 2941 Restaurant for our venue (for both the ceremony and reception). The venue is SO beautiful and the food was AMAZING! So many of our guests sai...
d that this was the best wedding that they ever went to and a large part of that is due to 2941. The floor-to-ceiling windows in the main dining room (overlooking the trees and lake) look so lovely - so much so that we didn’t feel the need to spend too much money on huge table centerpieces. The outside area is beautiful for photos, with a few waterfalls, ponds and a large lake. The event staff was wonderful and everything went smoothly and according to our timeline. Over the course of the year leading up to our wedding day, Michelle accommodated all of our needs as we prepared for the wedding (and even very last-minute changes) and was so helpful. On the actual wedding day, Sam made sure that everything was perfect. The food was so delicious and the presentation for all of it was so beautiful - so much nicer than what we would have had with a regular caterer. We cannot recommend 2941 enough!
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12/02/2024
Hands down our favorite meal and restaurant in Washington DC. Very attentive staff and plenty of them. Buzzing atmosphere. Great choice of cocktails and wedding venue. Highly recom...
mend. Hands down our favorite meal and restaurant in Washington DC. Very attentive staff and plenty of them. Buzzing atmosphere. Great choice of cocktails and wedding venue . Highly recommend.
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7/29/2024
This is a beautiful location for a wedding. We had an outdoor wedding on the patio with the reception in the Koi room, which overlooks the koi pond. The grounds were beautiful fo...
r photos. The restaurant team is really professional and helps make the whole experience go smoothly. The food is really superb.
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7/06/2024
We had such a top-notch experience hosting our rehearsal dinner at 2941. Ivana was incredibly kind and helpful and the whole process was smooth. Venue is gorgeous, food was delicio...
us, parking is available, all my guests were blown away. My parents even coordinated a surprise powerpoint presentation for us with 2941's AV capabilities! I was so happy with this choice. This was a really special night and the venue was perfect.
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5/28/2024
Have your wedding here. Seriously, if you are on the fence or even considering it, just do it! 2941 took care of everything. The day went incredibly smoothly. From the very firs...
t moment Michelle showed us around, she and the staff were incredibly knowledgeable about everything. Every request we had, they bent over backwards to accommodate us. Had we gone anywhere else, I know the day would not have turned out as well. Thank you 2941!
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9/22/2023
We recently had the pleasure of hosting our wedding ceremony and brunch at the remarkable 2941 Restaurant, and we couldn't be happier with our choice of venue. The setting itself ...
is simply breathtaking, with incredible water views and lush greenery that created the perfect backdrop for our special day. Our guests couldn't stop raving about the food, which was not only delicious but beautifully presented. What sets 2941 apart is not just the stunning surroundings but also their exceptional service. We've dined here during regular dinner service, and every time, the service has been top-notch, and the food consistently outstanding. For our wedding, the on-site staff went above and beyond to ensure that we, as the hosts, and our guests had a 5-star experience. Their attentiveness and dedication to making our day perfect did not go unnoticed. We'd like to extend a special thank you to the special events staff, who worked tirelessly to accommodate our needs and ensure that every detail was executed flawlessly. Their expertise and commitment made our wedding day truly unforgettable. If you're seeking a venue that combines natural beauty, delectable cuisine, and exceptional service, 2941 Restaurant is the perfect choice. We couldn't have asked for a more perfect place to celebrate our love and create lasting memories.
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6/13/2022
Had such a great experience with Michelle at 2941! It was such a beautiful venue and the food was AMAZING. Multiple guests mentioned to me that they felt like they were eating genu...
ine restaurant food as opposed to the bland wedding food they were accustomed to. Would recommend to family and friends!
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6/28/2018
Absolutely perfect. The food and presentation can't be surpassed! Whether you get married out on the patio or indoors in the Waterfall Room, the view is beautiful. The wedding cake...
was simple and elegant and delicious. Top ratings!!!
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5/07/2018
2941 Restaurant is truly the hidden gem of Northern Virginia for an exquisite dining and event experience. The ambiance is absolutely stunning. We had the pleasure of hosting our...
wedding reception and enjoyed working with Michelle Marquez, Director of Special Events on all the planning logistics. Their seasonal menu and desserts were beyond delicious. 2941 is highly recommend for anyone looking for a top notch venue that provides outstanding menu and service.
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3/11/2018
We held our wedding here in November 2016. Couldn't have been happier with the results - just first-rate quality and service from the beginning of the process 10 months prior, to e...
xecution of the event on our wedding day. Michelle was a delight to work with, and the food and cake were amazing!
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1/06/2018
Everything went perfect on the day of wedding. The reception area was beautiful and everyone raved about the food. We couldn’t have picked a better place to celebrate our big day.
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8/16/2017
I recently had my wedding at the 2941 Restaurant and my day was just perfect! I was looking for a place with ambiance that could provide a beautiful backdrop and really set the moo...
d for our guests. This venue was perfect for that. Even with an indoor ceremony, which was plan B due to the rainy/windy weather, we had still had a beautiful back drop of floor to ceiling windows facing the koi pond and waterfall. I thought the indoor wedding would really bring down the whole event, but it didn’t at all. The food was great, they cake the restaurant designed was fantastic (looking and tasting). The staff really paid attention to every detail. Most importantly our guests had a great time. They were blown away by the service and quality. I was told many times, just how memorable and “fancy” of an event this was. Cost was a huge factor for me and I wouldn’t say that 2941 is a budget wedding venue by any means, but we did feel very satisfied with what we got for the money we paid. DC is a hard place to have a budget wedding unless you sacrifice quality and that wasn’t something we were willing to do. Their planner, Michelle, is very upfront about costs, and will lay out all options for you. I would say those watching their budgets should reach out to 2941 for more information, especially if you’re having a smaller wedding.
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10/27/2015
2941 was amazing. Michelle, the event coordinator, was so nice, helpful, and easy to work with. The setting was beautiful and the service was fantastic. My guests loved the food...
and everyone had a great time. I did not have a day of coordinator but absolutely did not need one. Everything ran seamlessly at the event. I didn't have to do a thing but enjoy the night. I truly could not have been happier with this venue and I love that my husband and I can go there on anniversaries and remember what an amazing experience we had there on our wedding day.
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5/13/2015
We had our wedding at 2941 last week and everything was above and beyond our expectation! The combination of the good weather and their beautiful outdoor terrace, the elegant and c...
hic dining area with the view of the lake, and the wonderful staff! We could have not asked for more! The wedding coordinator Michelle was very helpful and worked with us on step by step of the process for every single details. The on-site manager Jeff was extremely nice and helpful. He saved us few times by providing services outside of our contracts. We did some mistake on table arrangement, and the staff were really nice and helped resolve the issue without the guests noticing it. When the wind blown away our flower arrangement on the terrace, They offered us the restaurant flowers to replace them. We have received so many compliments on the food and drinks from our guests. We wanted a nice outdoor view plus elegant reception with good food and 2941 has it all. In addition, the location is very close to the city and there is a nice Marriott hotel across the street for the out of town guests.
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11/07/2013
Our wedding planner suggested we look at 2941 Restaurant. We had been to dozens of other venues without success. As soon as we walked in, I think we both knew that this was where w...
e wanted to get married. Our outdoor ceremony on the patio and indoor reception were both stunning. Outside we felt like we were miles away from the city and the beltway, surrounded by water, waterfalls, and greenery! Inside the restaurant was a beautiful venue for our dinner and dancing reception. Michelle was a pleasure to work with; she accommodated our need for gluten-free menus as well as some of our last minute changes and requests. Most importantly, the food was fabulous - many of our guests commented that it was the best wedding food they had ever had. We look forward to returning to 2941 Restaurant for anniversary dinners in the future!
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6/20/2013
2941 Restaurant was the first venue we looked at in Virginia. We were sold instantly. If you want an intimate, yet magnificent wedding, this may be the venue for you. The setting i...
s romantic and scenic; the price point is reasonable for the quality; and the food is, of course, top-notch. (This was a big deal to us because we are foodies.) 2941 is highly experienced at handling events. On our wedding day, the event flow was seamless. Our guests were blown away by the venue, the food, and the service. Our only problem with 2941 is that they have VERY strict rules for events. For example, we were not permitted access to our space until 4 p.m. for a 5:30 p.m. wedding. 2941 charges an additional fee if you do not use one of their "preferred vendors." We felt that their options were limited and decided it was worth it to us to incur the extra expense. They also require all vendors be insured (even florists, which surprised us). Unfortunately, this was only mentioned in the fine print of the contract and we missed it. One week before our wedding, 2941 told us that they needed documentation of her insurance or else we would be liable if there were any damages. This put us into a panic because our florist was not insured. That being said, we are on cloud nine about our wedding... we couldn't have imagined a more beautiful, romantic, and delicious way to start our marriage. We are elated with our choice of venue. As long as you review their policies carefully and feel comfortable with them... I'd say go for it!!! :)
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12/15/2011
Flawless. Gorgeous. Very easy to work with. AMAZING food!!
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11/11/2011
We were looking for an upscale venue in Northern Virginia that offers outstanding food and service, and can accomodate a relatively small wedding. We did not find a place that can ...
beat 2941. The location is truly breathtaking, our guests are still raving about food, and the service was flawless. We worked with Erika, the event planner for 2941. Erika was incredibly friendly, professional, prompt, responsive, and detail-oriented. All that a bride could want from the event planner at her venue. Erika accommodated every request we had and responded to every question I had promptly. In addition, everybody we had contact with in the restaurant, from the valets, our event planner Erika, the staff who worked on our wedding night and Brian who was the manager on duty for our wedding, provided truly impeccable service. The staff boxed up the meals that were leftover from no-shows without anybody asking them to. They substituted appetizers for a few guests even though they didn't have to. We asked the valets not to take any money from our guests (we gave them a gratuity) and indeed they did not take money from none of our guests. We did not experience any additional charges, and everything in the contract was respected. 2941 really delivered when it counted. It is an expensive venue, but it was worth every penny to us. From NOT being a source of any stress during the planning or the wedding itself, to providing outstanding food and service, and contributing significantly to an incredible wedding, 2941 was priceless to us.
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10/19/2011
The restaurant was gorgeous, the food was great, & almost everything went exactly according to plan. A few small details got lost in the shuffle, but nothing anyone else noticed. T...
he one hitch I did have was after I had booked & put down a deposit based on the corporate menu (with a waived site fee), the event planner then sent me the $17/person more expensive "wedding menu." The food was more ornate/fancy, but not in my budget! When I wrote back, she sent me the correct menus with a note apologizing & saying that the menus were new & they've found that most brides prefer them. Within a month of the wedding, the event planner Michelle was really good about working with me to fit my budget and add small touches to get up to my contractually obligated food budget. Overall, if I were going to have a big wedding again, I would book them again. The pictures are fabulous & the food was awesome.
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4/25/2011
The venue is beautiful and the food is great. However, the event staff is just awful. Just weeks before our wedding serious problems arose with "surprise" charges. Additionally, th...
ey changed the rules mid-way through the process in a way that clearly benefited them. They were unapologetic and tried to blame us for their errors. Their poor customer service can best be exemplified by their apparent belief that the customer is always wrong. It got so bad that I broke down at work and had to explain what was happening to a few of my co-workers. After hearing what we had been put through it was promptly suggested that we consider seeking legal action against the restaurant. Wedding planning should never come to this. Save yourself the trouble and avoid 2941 at all costs. At least until they overhaul the event staff.
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4/02/2011
thank you loved everything!
AvatarT
1/04/2011
great!
AvatarJ
3/02/2009
The secluded location the beautiful patio with waterfalls and koi ponds the food and the restaurant owner's personal art collection includes a magnificent Dali sculpture.;The eve...
nt planner is not always good about getting back to you promptly & did not proceed in a very professional manner when the price of our food changed (price went up she never contacted us to explain).

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