Waterfront Weddings on Long Beach Island

Parker's Garage is a waterfront wedding venue in Beach Haven, Ocean County, New Jersey, hosting celebrations of up to 180 guests overlooking Barnegat Bay. Located in the heart of Long Beach Island's historic Maritime District, this coastal restaurant combines spectacular sunset views, fresh seafood, and a relaxed atmosphere with the polish of a thoughtfully planned wedding.

Once part of Beach Haven's maritime history, Parker's Garage has been restored with cedar-shake details, nautical character, and an open-air setting that feels unmistakably LBI. Couples can exchange vows, celebrate with cocktails, and dance the evening away with the bay just beyond their tables.

And the sunsets? They have a habit of stealing a little attention.

Event Spaces & Capacity

Parker's Garage offers a distinctive waterfront setting for wedding ceremonies, receptions, rehearsal dinners, and private celebrations.

• Covered Waterfront Event Space: Approximately 2,500 square feet accommodating up to 180 seated guests, with room for dining, cocktails, dancing, and entertainment.

• Climate-Controlled Comfort: The covered, open-air space features heating and cooling, with protective siding that can be lowered during inclement weather.

• Bayfront Dock: A scenic spot for waterfront wedding portraits, sunset photos, and enjoying the coastal surroundings.

• Private Dining Room: Available seasonally for smaller gatherings of approximately 18–26 guests.

Parker's Garage schedules just one wedding reception per day, allowing its team to focus on each celebration.

Catering & Dining

Food is one of the biggest reasons couples choose Parker's Garage. Known for its oysters, fresh seafood, and creative coastal cuisine, the restaurant brings its culinary reputation directly into its wedding celebrations.

Customizable menus allow couples to build an experience around their tastes, from cocktail-hour favorites and raw bar selections to memorable plated dinners.

Think fresh oysters, shrimp cocktail, crab cakes, and inventive seafood dishes alongside options for guests who prefer something other than the day's catch.

Couples consistently praise the food in wedding reviews, particularly the raw bar, creative appetizers, and attentive service. This is one wedding menu guests may still be discussing long after the last dance.

Why Couples Love Parker's Garage

There's a reason this Beach Haven favorite has earned recognition as a Best All-Inclusive Wedding Venue from Here Comes the Guide.

• Barnegat Bay Sunsets: Waterfront views create a memorable setting for ceremonies, cocktail hours, and wedding portraits.

• Coastal Character: Cedar-shake details and maritime influences deliver an authentic Long Beach Island atmosphere.

• Exceptional Food: Customized menus showcase the restaurant's seafood specialties and creative catering.

• One Reception Per Day: Couples enjoy the attention of a team dedicated to their celebration.

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• Weather-Ready Event Space: A covered, climate-controlled setting helps keep the celebration comfortable.

• A Dock on the Bay: A beautiful location for portraits without leaving the property.

Couples also frequently mention the event team's communication, attention to detail, and ability to make the planning process feel relaxed.