Beautiful San Diego weather graced Michelle and Drew’s wedding at the tropical Bali Hai on Shelter Island. Plenty of smiles were to be had during the sweet ceremony and after some great poses and a relaxing cocktail hour, the reception was highlighted by enthusiastic dancing. We had a great time at this wedding!
The Bali Hai offers lush tropical foliage while sitting on the water’s edge. We always enjoy shooting here! Here are some of their own words.
Website: The Bali Hai Restaurant has been a favorite event venue in San Diego for over sixty years. The spectacular view of San Diego Bay and the downtown skyline make it the perfect location for all event types. The versatile event spaces provide accommodations for festivities of almost any type or size. Whether you’re planning a wedding, class reunion, birthday, anniversary, rehearsal dinner, celebration of life, fundraiser, business meeting or corporate event, the Bali Hai provides an incredible canvas for moments that will last a lifetime.Our friendly, efficient and experienced private events team are fully trained to carry out your special requests and can provide guidance every step of the way, ensuring your event runs smoothly.
Wedding Wire: Bali Hai Restaurant is a modern restaurant wedding venue serving authentic Polynesian cuisine in San Diego, California. Perched overlooking San Diego Bay, the restaurant offers delightful California-Asian dishes and breathtaking views of the ocean and city skyline. This spacious venue is an ideal canvas for unforgettable weddings.
Facilities and Capacity
Bali Hai Restaurant has three refreshing private event rooms reminiscent of islands in the South Pacific. Each can be transformed for casual or formal celebrations. The Tiki Room blends contemporary elegance with a beachy vibe, and is ideal for small weddings or parties of up to 32 guests. Alternately, the South Pacific Room can host grand events of up to 200 attendees. With a private bar and permanent dance floor, it has all the essentials for a lively party. The Hawaiian Village is a tremendous outdoor space reminiscent of luaus and white sand beaches. Depending on your setup, the pavilion can accommodate weddings of 200 guests. It is fully customizable, so events here can reflect the beautiful San Diego area or transport guests to the Hawaiian islands.
Services Offered
This venue offers all-inclusive packages for weddings held here. The expert staff have planned a wide array of events and have a wealth of knowledge. In addition to the delightful catering menus and extensive bar packages, the restaurant has an assortment of items available for event rentals. Reception essentials including glassware, flatware, china, and linens can all be provided by the venue. All packages cover event setup and cleanup in order to make weddings as stress-free as possible.
Cuisine
Bali Hai serves delectable South Pacific dishes, with an emphasis on Hawaiian cuisine. Executive Chef Dion effortlessly blends Polynesian and Californian flavors to create the restaurant’s signature dishes. Wedding menus are fully customized to the couple’s tastes with pre-wedding tastings. Choose from plated service or go all out Hawaiian with a private luau buffet. They also have options for brunch and cocktail hour hors d’oeuvres. The serving staff will even cut and serve the wedding cake with all event rentals of the facility. In addition, there are several bar packages available, each with a selection of beer, wine, and liquor with a complimentary champagne toast and signature drink.
