If hosting a wedding in the woods is your goal, the quaint feeling of Rainbow Lodge is right up your alley. In addition to a forest-like outdoor ceremony space, the restaurant also offers up its four event spaces, which can seat anywhere from 10 to 80 people, plus tables, chairs, and linens available on site. Though there are no room fees here, Rainbow Lodge does require an easy-to-meet food and beverage minimum thanks to its top-notch menu full of seafood, grilled game, and fine wines. Parties of 100 or more will also be required to rent out the entire restaurant — costing anywhere from $9,000 to $26,000, according to the website, so be sure to keep your budget in mind.

Looking for an out-of-the-box place to tie the knot? Opt for this city staple, which offers up full catering and draft beer and drink packages in its main beer hall, which accommodates roughly 224 people at picnic seating, or its “Investor’s Pub,” which is also outfitted with an assortment of picnic tables, bar stools, and leather chairs for up to 60 people. Though the charming, covered beer garden can’t be reserved for private parties, it’s a perfect place for guests to sneak away for a nightcap or photo-op with Downtown skyline views.

With a spacious rooftop with riveting skyline views, this steakhouse can be transformed into a simple, yet dreamy wedding venue. The rooftop patio, which seats up to 80 people, can be the perfect locale for a smaller ceremony and can be combined into a reception area with the upstairs dining room that can seat up to 160. If going for small and intimate, opt for the Butcher’s Room, which seats 20 people, and features an intriguing brick backdrop. Choosing from the catering menu — which promises the steakhouse’s staples, like the filet, the Snake River Farms Pork Chop, or the wasabi crusted tuna — is guaranteed one of the best parts of wedding planning.

With its floor-to-ceiling windows and the rustic elegance of a city treehouse, take in the Grove’s scenic views of Downtown and Discovery Green Park. Bask in the outdoors by reserving the Grace Event Lawn, perfect for a large-scale event, or host your party at the Lake House for serene vibes by the water. If a rain plan is important, the Primavera Room has stunning views of the park’s natural gardens, century-old Oak trees, and a butterfly garden from a private deck, and the second floor also offers a deck and private balcony with exquisite views of the gardens and nearby skyline. What’s more — most decor, like centerpieces, linens, chairs, and more, are included, and catering services are offered in the form of passed hors d' oeuvres, buffet, or plated meals.

The clean and bright aesthetic and excellent selection of food and wine make Cafe Annie a prime location to celebrate your commitment. With whitewashed brick walls, floor-to-ceiling windows, and palm trees strewn throughout, the restaurant features six different rooms available for private parties, many of which include glimpses of the tree-lined Post Oak Boulevard.

If having a mansion in the middle of Montrose to yourself sounds appealing for your wedding, AvantGarden is the way to go. Known for hosting live music, spoken word events, and burlesque shows, this bar and event space has been a community institution for years and transforms into a magical venue for weddings on weekends, complete with foliage and illustrious lanterns. The well-connected owner Mariana offers all-inclusive and customized packages to suit your needs, complete with her services as a wedding planner. The best part, though? The on-site taco truck, Taqueria El Palomo, is a fun and popular pick for reception dinners.

Opened in 1967, the Houston outpost of Brennan’s is known for its Southern charm and a mouthwatering menu that will transport you to New Orleans. In addition to its menu full of Creole staples like snapping turtle soup, bananas foster, and the Gulf fish Pontchartrain, the restaurant has plenty of venue rooms to choose from, including its picture-perfect courtyard with greenery, shaded oak trees, and a spouting fountain, plus a chic wine room, which seats just 30 people for an intimate setting.

With a mix of elegant and mod decor and superb Italian dining, Tony’s is suitable for any wedding celebration. The restaurant as a whole can seat up to 300 people, but features rooms with distinct features like the spacious main dining room, with its towering sculptures and flower centerpieces, or the wine library, which seats 12 people amid a backdrop of an impressive wine collection and a glittering Murano chandelier crown.