Rental Information

This page is for event rentals only. For dinner reservations, visit our reservation page.

Lounge Reservation Information

Our lounge is available for small private or public gatherings during our regular business hours. Reservations include the full lounge area only; the rest of the shop remains open to guests of Less Than and Ceremony.

Lounge Layout & Seating

Our lounge is a flexible, cozy space designed for intimate gatherings.

Included seating and tables:

  • Six 31.5” round tables
  • 12 table seats
  • 4 accent chairs + 3 small accent tables
  • Optional: One outdoor patio table (rectangular) + 4 patio chairs can be brought indoors upon request for shared food/service surfaces or extra seating.

Comfortable capacity: 15 seated depending on arrangement, furniture can be rearranged as needed.

Availability

Current Phase (before kitchen & bar licensing):
  • Available during business hours
  • Tue–Sat: 11 AM – 7 PM
  • Sun: 12 PM – 5 PM
  • Closed Mondays
  • Later hours available at 2x the minimum spend explained below. Reservations cover lounge area only; the rest of the shop remains open during business hours.
Future Phase (after bar and restaurant program launches):
  • Lounge will be available outside of dinner service hours.
  • If a group needs the lounge during dining service hours, this can be arranged at a higher rental rate with prepayment. Guests may email to inquire.

Minimum Spend Requirement

There is no rental fee for the lounge unless you choose option 3. Instead, reservations require a $75 per hour minimum spend.

Your minimum spend is calculated according to your reservation duration (including set up). We offer a complimentary 30-minute period at the end of your agreed upon time. Factor in the amount of time you need for set up in your rental duration.

Example:

  • 1 hour = $75
  • 2 hours = $150
  • 3 hours = $225
A Note About the Minimum Spend

Our $75 per hour minimum spend is designed to make hosting in the lounge easy and flexible. For a group of 15, that’s roughly the cost of one $5 drink per guest per hour. We want your gathering to feel welcoming without surprise fees, and this way your group can enjoy the space and refreshments comfortably.

The minimum spend may increase once our kitchen and bar are fully licensed.

How Payment Works

You may choose one of the following:

Option 1 — Prepaid Minimum Spend (Credit Format)

Prepay the required minimum spend for your event.
This prepaid amount becomes a credit that you and your guests can use for purchases during your reservation.
If the credit is used up, any additional orders are paid as they are placed.

Option 2 — Post-Event Reconciliation

We will track all Ceremony purchases during your reservation time.
If your total does not meet the required minimum spend, the host pays the difference at the end of the event.

Prepay your event up front and disregard minimum spend. Your event will be paid in full ahead of time and Ceremony will not track sales during your event.

Your event duration includes the time you take to set up and the duration of your event. We offer a complimentary 30 minute clean up period at the end of your agreed upon time. Any time spent in beyond the additional 30 minutes is billed at $2 per minute.

Food & Beverage Policy

Current phase (before bar and food licensing):
  • Outside food allowed with prior approval
  • Food must come from a commercial kitchen
  • No outside drinks
  • Exception: Birthday cakes are permitted
  • Guests may enjoy packaged Ceremony items including:
  • Chilled canned wine
  • Canned mocktails
  • Canned beer
  • Canned functional beverages
  • 750 ml wine bottles
  • Packaged non-chilled cans can be chilled for service
Future phase (after bar and kitchen licensing):
  • No outside food (except birthday cake) and no outside drinks.
  • Kitchen and bar offerings will be available
  • Mixed nonalcoholic drinks will be served
  • These purchases will count toward your minimum spend
  • Minimum spend will be adjusted after launch

Approved & Not Approved Event Types

Examples of Permitted Events
  • Birthday gatherings
  • Meetups or social groups
  • Book clubs
  • Workshops
  • Intimate discussions or creative sessions
  • Private tastings or curated experiences that align with our community vibe
  • Brand or community pop-ups (must not overlap with existing bretail)
Not Permitted
  • Large amplified bands
  • Multi-vendor or market-style pop-ups
  • Alcohol-focused events
  • Tobacco or related events
  • Events that violate local laws, safety guidelines, or shop capacity

Amenities Included

Your group will have access to the lounge’s entertainment buffet, including:

  • Playing cards
  • Board games
  • Puzzles
  • Books
  • Conversation cards
  • Vinyl records
  • Record player
  • Sonos WiFi sound system (radio-friendly open/curated playlists, Apple Music, during business hours)

If you need something not listed here, just ask — we may be able to accommodate.

Décor, Candles, and Equipment

Please include any details about:

  • Decorations
  • Candles
  • Special equipment

These must be discussed during your reservation inquiry so we can confirm approval.

Please note we are a low waste shop. Your reservation includes the use of our trash bin and a bag for trash. Excess trash and any materials (decoration, party supplies, etc.) or equipment (food warmers, trays, etc.) that you bring into the space must leave with you.

How to Reserve

Send us an email with the details of your event, and we’ll confirm your event.