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Your wedding day should be one of the most memorable days of your life, but there's so much to think about in the weeks and months that come before you finally tie the knot. That has led many people to opt for smaller weddings. Instead of the extended collection of every family member and friend you can think of, they instead choose to entertain a much smaller group to keep things simpler. 

Those smaller weddings offer a wide range of benefits, including the opportunity to choose from a greater selection of venues. Once you compare available options, you're likely to find that restaurants make ideal venues for smaller weddings, and here are just four reasons why. 

1. Fits Your Budget

Many couples choose to have smaller weddings to cut down on the extravagant costs often associated with larger ceremonies. Restaurants can help reduce costs further since you generally won't have to spend as much renting the space. There's often no fee for a private room, and even booking the whole restaurant should only involve committing to a minimum spend on food and drink. Additionally, you won't need to spend as much on things like servers, entertainment and decoration.  

2. Fits Your Guest List

One issue with choosing a traditional venue for a smaller wedding is that those venues are usually designed around larger events. That means you might find yourself booking only half a hall that is divided down the centre, or you may have to be put in a room that feels too large for the number of guests you invited. In contrast, most restaurants are perfectly sized for smaller weddings. That means you can accommodate everyone in a space that feels more intimate.

3. More Relaxed Atmosphere

It's common for people who want smaller weddings to also want a more casual and relaxed atmosphere. Restaurants are ideal since you can choose somewhere less formal. You may already know the place and its staff from previous visits, which also helps things feel more informal. Additionally, restaurant seating is more open and flexible than the banquet-style tables found in most traditional venues.

4. Versatile Food Options

One of the advantages of having a smaller wedding is being able to get more creative with food. Large ceremonies can only provide a few set dishes since making many different meals for so many people would be impossible. When you book a restaurant for a smaller venue, you can let guests choose from a much wider range of meals. You can also choose something more unusual or exotic for yourself without having to worry about whether other people will enjoy it.

To learn more, contact a company like Parafield Gardens Community Club Inc.