Namu

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The venue will provide the space, plus a few extras.

Full wedding (ceremony and reception) pricing

Starting at $900

Guest capacity

Up to 175 seated guests

About this venue

Namu is a vibrant, Durham proud restaurant that blends flavorful, Korean American fusion dishes with a warm, inclusive atmosphere. Our space is designed to feel like an escape, where uniqueness flows through both our menu and event offerings. Namu prides itself on creating a welcoming environment for everyone. Our space is perfect for intimate gatherings, community events, and culinary experiences, all infused with a commitment to diversity and quality. At Namu, every visit is a chance to connect, celebrate, and enjoy exceptional food in a unique setting.

Seated guest capacity

  • 30-175

Venue type

  • Parks, Gardens
  • Restaurants, Breweries

Venue setting

  • Indoor
  • Outdoor
5420 Durham Chapel Hill Blvd, Durham, NC 27707

Our event spaces

The Patio

The Patio is a secluded, outdoor space perfect for smaller gatherings!

The neighbor to the garden, The Patio is tucked away and private. Perfect for micro to small wedding ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, cocktail hour and more!

Guest capacity

30-75 Seated

30-120 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

All tables and chairs.

Room cost

960

The Garden

Our eclectic bamboo garden is a hidden oasis from urban life.

Our garden is the most popular of our spaces and the largest. It can also be divided for smaller events in quarter and half sizes! Dine and dance amongst the bamboo and beneath the twinkle lights!

Guest capacity

30-200 Seated

30-249 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, Farewell brunch, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

All tables and chairs.

Room cost

3000

The Beer Hall

Featuring over 30 craft beers, games and more, the Beer Hall is the ultimate party space!

The Beer Hall is incredibly versatile! It transforms from casual bar style to elegant and rustic with the touch of decor. It is perfect for events of all kinds and doubles as our back up rain plain for any garden ceremonies and receptions. Also popular for cocktail hour. The Beer Hall can also be divided into half and quarter rentals for smaller gatherings.

Guest capacity

30-148 Seated

30-200 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

Tables, chairs, arcade games, TVs

Room cost

3000

The Cafe

The Cafe is an intimate space perfect for cozy settings and events.

The Cafe includes our full scale espresso bar which is available for events upon request. The two dining rooms are great for cocktail hour or smaller events where it can be divided into half and quarter spaces. Micro and small weddings can find intimate surrounding for ceremony and reception.

Guest capacity

30-100 Seated

30-123 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Warm and cozy”

Included in this room:

Tables and chairs

Room cost

2100

The Patio

The Patio is a secluded, outdoor space perfect for smaller gatherings!

The neighbor to the garden, The Patio is tucked away and private. Perfect for micro to small wedding ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, cocktail hour and more!

Guest capacity

30-75 Seated

30-120 Standing

Ideal for

Wedding ceremony, Elopement, Wedding reception, Rehearsal dinner, Wedding shower, Engagement party, Welcome party, After party, Farewell brunch, Other, Cocktail hour

Guests often feel this space is

“Relaxed”

Included in this room:

All tables and chairs.

Room cost

960

Available services that can be provided by Namu

Services & amenities

  • Bar services
  • Catering services
  • Clean up
  • Dressing room / Bridal Suite
  • Event coordinator
  • Event staff
  • Pet friendly
  • Service staff
  • Set up
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Wifi

Reviews

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4.5 out of 5

4 reviews

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  • Excellent, low-key venue

    •Verified review
    •Nan•Oct 25, 2024

    My now-husband and I had a wonderful experience working with Namu for our wedding. As both the venue and caterer, and with Madison as our in-house coordinator, Namu was a huge part of what made our event a success. We wanted a small, affordable, relaxed wedding with live music, flavorful food, and a unique vibe –Namu was a great fit.

    Response from vendor•Nov 22, 2024
    Nan! Thank you so much for sharing your experience, your wedding was such a blast. I loved the intimate vibe. I hope life is treating you two well ! -Madison

  • Magical bamboo garden

    •Verified review
    •Laura E.•Oct 23, 2024

    Namu was the perfect wedding venue for our special day. From the moment we first reached out, their communication was quick, accurate, and reliable - we always felt informed and supported throughout the planning process. On the day of, their day-of coordinator was a lifesaver, helping us sneak away for a private coffee break and accommodating a special meal request for the groom. The venue itself was spacious, magical, and filled with lush greenery, creating a truly romantic atmosphere. And the food? Absolutely delicious! The friendly, dedicated staff made sure everything ran smoothly from start to finish. If you're looking for an affordable, local, and lovely wedding venue, do yourself a favor and book Namu - you won't regret it!

    Response from vendor•Nov 22, 2024
    Laura, You two are amazing! It was such a pleasure being a part of your big day and I am so happy that you had the time of your lives. Helping you two celebrate your love is why I love doing what I do. I wish you all the love and the best future together :D

  • Food good, service lacking

    •Verified review
    •Qibreathe•Oct 22, 2024

    The food at Namu is great and the atmosphere is warm and inviting. However, the planning prior to the event, the service at the event and the follow up were not. Pre-planning: I had several meetings with the planning coordinator- she was lovely and sweet but not very organized. She did make good suggestions for the food choices which we decided on and she made notes about, but when the invoice came it was incorrect. She did correct it and make additional changes but the response was delayed. She was receptive to us bringing our own decorations (not confetti) and a 3 piece band. At the Event: 1. We arrived at the preplanned time to find nothing was set in the room - the tables had to be arranged and the bar set up. We needed to put out decorations and thought the room would be set when we arrived, but had to wait. It was stressful to try getting everything done before guests arrived. 2. The bar was only one person and she was overwhelmed the beginning of the event when most folks arrived. 3. The food was late coming out and it did not have everything I had paid for (some dishes missing). By the time this was discovered, most attendees were almost done eating. 4. The cake (that I supplied) was not brought out at the agreed upon time. By the time I realized, some guests had already left. I informed the coordinator that she forgot the cake and she rushed to find it and bring it out. Although everyone had a good time and most of this stuff went unnoticed by them, it was disappointing for me. I guess you get what you pay for - I could've booked a more pricey place and maybe gotten better service. All in all we had a good time.

    Response from vendor•Oct 22, 2024
    Hi there, We appreciate you taking the time to provide this valuable feedback. The coordinator for your event is no longer on our team. We pride ourselves on thorough, organized service and apologize for not meeting your expectations. We do hope we have the opportunity to serve you again in the future so we may show you the excellent and attentive service we provide. Until then, Madison Events Director

  • Namu is a gem of a venue

    •Verified review
    •Roberta•Oct 14, 2024

    From the very beginning, Madison at Namu was incredibly proactive, prompt, kind and helpful throughout the entire wedding planning process. The venue itself is truly amazing - the beautiful bamboo backdrop creates a gorgeous and unique setting for a wedding. Namu offers different areas to rent based on the style and size of your event, and they were extremely flexible in catering to our needs. They handled all the food and drinks for our wedding, which made things so much easier and allowed us to fully enjoy the day. Overall, we feel so lucky we had our wedding at Namu. The atmosphere was beautiful and everything was at a great value. We couldn't have asked for a better experience.

    Response from vendor•Nov 22, 2024
    Roberta!! Thank you so much for sharing your experience!! I wish you and Adam all the best :D

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