Romance Starts Here!
Holds ceremonies and receptions
Gieto Nicaj
OWNER
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One if by Land, Two if by Sea is a romantic restaurant based in New York, NY, that hosts weddings and events. Known for its beautiful decor and classic menu offerings, it is a magical setting to host your fairy tale. Founded in 1973, the restaurant boasts a timeless charm and warm ambiance that creates the perfect atmosphere for your special day.
One if by Land, Two if by Sea has a selection of event spaces for you to choose from. The Main Dining room is dimly lit by breathtaking chandeliers and candle-lit tables that complement the warmth of the exposed brick walls. This room also has large windows and a unique stained glass window, adding a unique element to the space. It can accommodate up to 130 guests for a seated dinner and 200 for a cocktail reception. For those hoping to host a more intimate gathering, The Mezzanine is a fantastic choice, featuring hardwood floors and a welcoming atmosphere.
Wedding packages at One if by Land, Two if by Sea include room rental, food and beverages, floral arrangements, and live music to entertain guests. Your evening can begin with an open bar cocktail reception followed by a delicious three-course dinner accompanied by red and white wine. Contact the team today for more information on how they can host the wedding of your dreams.
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Amenities
Ceremony Area
Handicap Accessible
Indoor Event Space
Reception Area
Ceremony Types
Civil Union
Commitment Ceremony
Elopement
Interfaith Ceremony
Non-Religious Ceremony
Religious Ceremony
Second Wedding
Vow Renewal Ceremony
Settings
Historic Venue
Restaurant
Venue Service Offerings
Bar & Drinks
Food & Catering
Planning
Service Staff
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Meet the team
Gieto Nicaj
Owner
Born in Montenegro and raised in NYC since the age of 5, Gieto’s entire 32 year long career has been in the Hotel industry, specifically in the Food and Beverage field.
Reviews
5.0
out of 5.04 reviews
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Stephanie F
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5.0
1/06/2025
My husband and I are still in awe of our wedding reception—it truly exceeded all our expectations! We received so many compliments from our guests. You know how they say, "somethin...
g always goes wrong on the wedding day"? Well, everything felt flawless. It felt like an "Old New York Wedding" with the brick walls, dim lighting etc.
The food was also absolutely delicious, the specialty cocktails were a hit, and those little finishing touches at the end were just perfect. Lisa, the Director of Special Events, was incredibly helpful. She went over everything with us on the day of the event and offered some great suggestions that made everything run so smoothly.
Nicole M
5.0
1/04/2026
We cannot say enough wonderful things about our experience with Lisa and the entire staff at One If By Land, Two If By Sea. From the very first viewing of the venue through the mom...
ent we left our reception, everything was absolutely flawless.
Lisa truly went above and beyond. She was not only incredibly kind and warm, but also exceptionally knowledgeable, attentive, and thoughtful throughout the entire process. She also recommended a photographer and DJ whose styles perfectly complemented both the venue and the vibe we envisioned for the evening, which made a tremendous difference.
Our guests were greeted with a welcome drink upon arrival, and the cocktail hour was outstanding. We chose a cocktail-style reception, and the food stations were beautifully presented and absolutely delicious. Most of all, the evening had a perfect flow—elegant, relaxed, and joyful—and everyone had a fabulous time.
Our night exceeded all expectations, and we are forever grateful to Lisa and her staff for their expertise, care, and impeccable execution. It was truly an unforgettable experience.
Nicole and Tom
9/20/25
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Sarah W
5.0
8/12/2025
One if by Land completely exceeded our expectations. My husband and I got married at One if by Land in March 2025. The venue is beautiful. The food is incredible. The staff is outs...
tanding. We would highly recommend this venue.
The events director, Lisa, made the whole day go smoothly. We placed our confidence in Lisa and she delivered. We could focus on enjoying the best day of our life because she had everything under control. In the months before, she was communicative, detail-oriented, and very clear. She helped arrange the in-house piano, ceremony music, and the general flow of the day.
The staff were world class. They were more than just kind and attentive, but very personable. It was the kind of great service you’d hope for the most important day of your life.
The food is amazing too. Our favorites were the scallops entree, the deserts (all of them!), and the espresso martini. Guests are able to select their own appetizer, entree, and desert the day-of (no meal decisions are needed ahead of time).
The venue presents a wonderful flow for the day-of: there is a bar at the front + an extra room for the cocktail hour and the main floor is a lovely space for the ceremony and dining. In-house flowers were provided (roses on the tables, bar top, and other surfaces) and we opted to not add additional florals as the space feels more than sufficiently decorated (large open windows onto a garden, historic brick, stained glass, etc.).
We were over the moon about our decision to get married at One if By Land. So glad we chose them.
Elina C
5.0
10/07/2013
My husband and I have always enjoyed gourmet food, and when we were dating he brought me to this iconic NYC restaurant for our 1-year anniversary. The romantic setting, beautiful...
chandeliers, live piano, winding staircase, and a burning fire-place, not to mention the incredible food, took my breath away. We knew that we had to get married here.
The restaurant manager, Rosanne, was incredibly helpful throughout our entire planning process. Although we decided to hold our ceremony off-site at a temple, the restaurant was willing to have it on-site if we chose to. She helped coordinate with other vendors, was very responsive to e-mails, and provided us with all of the information we needed to make our day special.
Ranking the food of this place requires an entirely separate review. Their menu changes seasonally, and sometimes even more frequently than that, but one can always rely on unique gourmet flavors prepared of the freshest ingredients. Of course their signature Beef Wellington is to die for, but every single dish they prepare is delicious and a work of art. Despite the fact that they had to cook for ~115 people (the restaurant is intimate, and our guests were seated on the main level and an overlooking balcony), the quality and presentation of the food was not compromised.
The restaurant printed our escort cards, and worked with us to design our custom menu. The bartender met with us several times to design our own specialty drinks, and the pastry chef prepared a wedding cake with flavors that we requested (white chocolate lavender! it was incredible). When we came for our tasting with our parents, they were equally blown away.
Absolutely everyone from this incredible restaurant made our reception fantastic. We love love love them, and will be back for many years (we hope!). If I could, I would give them a million stars!!!
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