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Located in Vancouver, British Columbia, this restaurant offers a relaxing ambiance, casual elegance, and charming garden vistas to create a modern wedding experience. Shaughnessy Restaurant is an exceptional choice for couples seeking a sophisticated alternative to more traditional wedding venues. Make your wedding dreams a reality at the Shaughnessy Restaurant in the famous 55-acre VanDusen Botanical Garden. Shaughnessy Restaurant is located minutes from downtown Vancouver. It is approximately 13 minutes away from Vancouver International Airport.

Facilities and capacity

Shaughnessy Restaurant’s slate and wood floor reflects old-world charm and warmth. The beauty of the room, which can hold up to 200 standing guests, is enhanced by floor-to-ceiling pure drape swaths. Skylights, white gravels on the walls, and potted plants give the feeling of the lush botanical garden indoors. The beautiful dining room can seat up to 160 guests, and the heated covered patio offers lovely views of the garden which makes for a stunning backdrop for any wedding ceremony. In addition, the venue features plenty of space for a dance floor. While Shaughnessy Restaurant at Vandusen Botanical Gardens can be booked for wedding ceremonies and receptions, it also offers services for engagement parties and bridal showers.

Services offered

The passionate and energetic team of Shaughnessy Restaurant will guide couples throughout the planning process to ensure a hassle-free and memorable event. Couples have the flexibility to bring in their own vendors for additional services. Complimentary provisions include the following:

  • Wedding cake table and cake knife
  • Guest book table and gift table
  • Printed menus for plated meals
  • Tented table numbers
  • Standard background house music
  • Tea light candles
  • Votives

Cuisine

Shaughnessy creates seasonal, innovative, and contemporary West coast inspired comfort food. We offer special menus for weddings, and the culinary team is happy to customize the menu to suit unique needs and requirements. The wedding packages include hors d’oeuvres, canapes, plated dinner, a half bottle of house red or white wine, a sparkling wine toast, and a one-hour open bar for cocktail hour.

History

Shaughnessy Restaurant was named after two Vancouver landmarks; the old golf course that sat on the VanDusen Botanical Garden site in the 1940s and '50s and the surrounding neighbourhood. Renowned interior designers, including Wade King, helped in creating its vivacious yet intimate ambiance and decor.

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Frequently asked questions

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

1

Describe your venue:

Historic
Restaurant

Describe the style of your venue:

Classic
Garden
Rustic

What kind of settings are available?

Covered outdoor
Indoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal shower
Engagement party
Rehearsal dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bridal suite
Catering / bar
Liability insurance

What catering services do you offer?

Cocktail reception
Dessert
Family style
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash bar
Champagne toast
House beer
House wine
House liquor
Limited bar
Liquor license
Open bar
Premium liquor
Signature drink
Specialty beer
Specialty wine

What event items are available?

Dance floor
Furniture
Lighting
Chairs
Tables

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Wheelchair access

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

No

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$12,000

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$10,000

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$1,650

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$1,000

Which of the following are included in starting site fee?

Set up
Clean up
Chairs
Tables
Linens
China
Flatware
Glassware
Parking
Bridal suite

What is the average catering price per person for plated service?

$65

What is the average catering price per person for buffet service?

$65

What is the average catering price per person for stations?

$65

What is the average catering price per person for hors d'oeurves?

$22

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Server(s)
Dessert

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$7.50

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Limited bar
Open bar
House beer
House wine
House liquor
Bartenders
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Reviews for Shaughnessy Restaurant at Vandusen Botanical Gardens

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Beverly Sent on 20/04/2023
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue!

From the planning process, to the night itself, the team at Shaughnessy were so attentive to our needs and extremely easy to work with. They were very supportive in helping us make decisions, and customize their restaurant to how we wanted it to be for our wedding.

The night of the wedding was incredible, management and service staff went above and beyond to ensure we were taken care of. All of our guests were raving about the staff and the food and drinks at every chance they got. The team seamlessly executed everything, from ceremony set up, into cocktail hour, into dinner, into late night partying.

They know how to throw a good wedding!
Kevin
Kevin Sent on 09/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing reception experience

We held our wedding reception at the Shaughnessy and had a wonderful experience from start to finish. Carlle and her team were very communicative and made us feel confident and comfortable throughout the planning process. We found that they were very transparent about pricing and flexible about incorporating our ideas into their space. They were even able to have the venue serve as a backup ceremony venue in case of rain with no additional commitment which was a huge help during our planning stages. The design and decor of the restaurant were great and allowed us to minimize having to acquire more decor and the layout of the space was perfect for our wedding size of around 70 guests as it felt intimate yet offered plenty of open space to mingle. The quality of the food, drinks and service were all excellent, we had many guests comment on how much they enjoyed their experience and we felt well taken care of throughout the evening. We'd highly recommend this venue to anyone who was looking for a reception venue in the city!
NeoAznMonkey
Neoaznmonkey Sent on 29/05/2025
4.8 out of 5 rating

Beautiful wedding!

Staff was very flexible and helpful when it came to planning the wedding! Day of went extremely smooth! Venue was extremely beautiful, and the food was delicious.
Staff were very good at making sure we (Bride & Groom) were having a good time and were taken care of.
WLWL
Wlwl Sent on 04/06/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing Wedding Experience

We had our wedding in May 2025, and it was absolutely amazing! From start to finish, the team at Shaughnessy made everything seamless. We worked with Carlle throughout the planning process. She was helpful, responsive, and organized. On the day of the wedding, Frank was our point of contact and ensured everything ran smoothly. During cocktail hour, a few glasses were accidentally broken, but the staff responded immediately to ensure everyone’s safety. The food was delicious, and the servers were attentive, professional, and even made sure to keep our meals warm while we stepped out for evening photos. The bar staff also did a phenomenal job balancing a fun, festive atmosphere while keeping alcohol costs reasonable. We would highly, highly recommend Shaughnessy for any wedding or special event. Their team truly made our day unforgettable.
Susan
Susan Sent on 21/05/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing reception venue!

Incredible place to host a wedding reception! We worked with Carlle to plan the details and she was very helpful and responsive. Lauren helped us out on the day of and everything went smoothly. Our guests called out the amazing service by the staff and also noted how delicious the food and drinks were. I would definitely recommend this venue to others, it was so easy to work with them and everything went beyond my expectations!
Keri
Keri Sent on 16/04/2025
4.8 out of 5 rating

Amazing venue

We are had the best experience at Shaughnessy for our wedding! Carrlle, the coordinator, was super responsive and made planning so easy with their guide and packages. The food, drinks, and service were all amazing, and the venue itself is straight out of a fairytale — the garden setting was absolutely perfect. Couldn’t have asked for a better place to get married! 10/10 would recommend :)
Michelle
Michelle Sent on 06/11/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Intimate and wholesome, perfect for our wedding

Our wedding journey with Shaughnessy was smooth right from the start. From their incredibly friendly staff serving us on the day, to the numerous communications with their events coordinator--every single interaction we received felt like they were our own family. Shaughnessy made planning a breeze: they were always timely and accommodating to our requests, and flexible with payment plans too! We loved the food and drinks from all parts of the evening--our signature drinks were a huge hit. We could not have chosen a more professional, intimate, and convenient location to hold our wedding.
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Lorena Sent on 01/12/2024
4.8 out of 5 rating

Gorgeous place for a wedding

The restaurant is absolutely gorgeous. We hardly needed any of our own décor because the space is so beautiful to begin with. They will give you an excellent brochure with all the information that you need for your special day. The food was also a 10/10. My wedding was over a month ago and I'm still getting people telling me how delicious the food was. We had access to the gardens, but it was raining so we couldn't make use of it, however, we did get some lovely rain shots. A stunning location for a soft, cozy vibe with great food.
Janice
Janice Sent on 24/08/2024
4.8 out of 5 rating

Great venue!

The Shaughnessy staff both on site and behind the scenes were super helpful. We really appreciated how efficient and helpful Carlle was behind the scenes. Thank you to Karen for taking the time to help us figure out our wedding slide show during the rehearsal! We would definitely recommend using this venue.
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Kimberley Sent on 05/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing service and beautiful venue

Shaughnessy Restaurant is a beautiful space. We had an absolutely magical wedding reception here. You really don’t have to spend a lot or do a lot for decor to make this venue look good because it’s natural already so aesthetically pleasing, especially with Vandusen Gardens as a backdrop. We loved having our first dance on the patio space as well, it was truly unforgettable. Not only that, but the service we received from staff that night was great. I had many guests mention that it was the best service they had experienced at any wedding they’ve attended. I highly recommended Shaughnessy Restaurant if you’re looking for the perfect venue!
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5251 Oak Street V6M 4H1 Vancouver (British Columbia)
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