Orso Bayside

5.0  ( 54 reviews ) · 79 Parriwi Road, Corner Spit Rd, The Spit, Mosman, New South Wales (View Map) · Show Phone
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OVERVIEW

Across Sydney’s world-famous harbour, ideally positioned in Middle Harbour, is Orso Bayside; an exquisite waterfront wedding venue with elevated water views. This boutique, ABIA award-winning venue is a modern, elegant setting for your ceremony and reception, with numerous features and amenities promising a stunning, seamless wedding. But first, your ceremony. Orso Bayside couples have the choice of a beach wedding, or ceremony at the stunning reserve across the street. Alternatively, Orso Bayside can accommodate intimate ceremonies on their elevated deck, with spectacular water views in the background.

This waterfront wedding venue is also a stylish place for your indoor reception. At Orso Bayside, a fairy light canopy illuminates the elegant space, while floor-to-ceiling windows unveil breathtaking harbour views and welcome natural light. The function room itself is neutral with a white colour scheme, inviting couples to put their own spin on the space. Contemporary and recently refurbished, Orso Bayside also features a brand new marble bar, bi-fold glass doors that open up to reveal views of the harbour, and soft lighting, helping create an intimate, romantic atmosphere.

Should you choose to host a traditional, seated wedding reception, up to 240 of your wedding guests will receive delicious entrees, mains, and desserts made from the freshest ingredients this affluent region has to offer. On the wedding menu, you’ll find innovative dishes with avant-garde flavours, promising a memorable culinary feast for all. Similarly, cocktail receptions of up to 350 guests will be privy to tantalising fare that delights the senses. 

“I cannot thank the team at Orso enough for helping us create our fairytale wedding! Not only is the venue stunning, the staff went above and beyond to make our day perfect. Such amazing service during our entire meal planning process and on our wedding night. We had so many compliments from our guests, especially on the delicious food! I can’t believe how perfect our night was... and it wouldn’t have been the same without the amazing team at Orso Bayside.” Hayley

What you can expect when working with Orso Bayside for your Sydney wedding:

  • Stunning waterfront wedding venue. Overlooking Middle Harbour, Orso Bayside offers sublime elevated views of the sparkling Sydney water. Keep an eye out for the flock of local pelicans!
  • Neutral colour palette and stylish finishings. This gorgeous wedding venue is sleek and stylish, with a white colour scheme and newly refurbished event space setting the scene for modern weddings.
  • Tasty wedding menus. The wedding menu at Orso Bayside combines much-loved classics with innovative dishes, with something for every palette.
  • Capacity for up to 350 guests. Orso Bayside is a fantastic venue for couples with larger guest lists, and can accommodate up to 240 guests at a seated reception and 350 at a cocktail-style wedding.

Highlights of working with Orso Bayside:

  • Uninterrupted water views
  • Numerous magical ceremony location options
  • Space for up to 240 wedding guests seated
  • Space for up to 350 wedding guests cocktail style
  • Unique wedding menu with bold flavours
  • Gorgeous reception space with neutral colour palette

“We couldn't be happier with our wedding reception at Orso! From the start the team were amazing to deal with. The planning process was very smooth, ensuring every detail was to our liking. The package inclusions were also generous, with little needed to be added. The evening itself went seamlessly. The food was absolutely delicious, getting many compliments from our guests. The service by the staff was also great. We couldn't recommend Orso more highly - it definitely gets 100% marks.” Dave


Venue Features

Indoor / Outdoor Ceremony

Min 100 / Max 240 Reception guests

Min 1 / Max 300 Ceremony Guests

In-house catering


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Location

79 Parriwi Road, Corner Spit Rd, The Spit, Mosman, New South Wales

Mosman, Sydney
Mosman, Sydney

Nearby Accommodation


FAQ

We hold a Tentative booking for 1 week.

Once a couple decide to hold their wedding with us we issue a deposit invoice request and booking agreement. Once both have been received the booking is confirmed.

Our venue closes for beverage service at 11.30pm with guests departing by 12.00am.

Yes – prices to do so are available upon application and are subject to our licensing regulations.

Yes we offer upgrades for beer and wine selections at a nominal cost.

You are more than welcome to bring in your own spirits, beer and wine. We do not charge a corkage fee.

Parking is available in the council carpark both next to and across the road from the venue (free parking after 6pm). We also have three Orso reserved parking spots that are available for you. 

Yes this is included within our package at no additional cost.

Yes – We do require that the florist or decorator liaise with our team to confirm all details prior to the day. We can also provide you with our recommended supplier list which is filled with loads of suggestions for all suppliers.

Yes we do have options for ceremonies located in the Venue and close by.


54 reviews 5.0 Write a Review

August 2019

Orso is an incredibly intimate and elegant setting for a wedding reception. Everything from the planning and lead up, food and service on the night and the attention to detail only made our day so much more better. Thank you for also looking after our guests with dietary requirements. Everyone guest at our wedding spoke so highly of the venue and the great night they had. We cannot recommend Orso enough for a wedding reception!

Larissa L.

Orso Bayside

Hi Larissa, congratulations and thank you for your lovely comments and feedback! We are so delighted to hear the day went beautifully. All the best, Love the Orso team! x

August 2019

Much deservedly award winning team with an award winning venue. Orso was BEAUTIFUL and Julie, Amy and staff were actually incredible in helping us plan our special day. Would without a doubt recommend to all friends and family!

Mark K.

Orso Bayside

Hi Mark, Congratulations again!! We absolutely loved hosting your wedding! Cant wait to see the photos. Love the Orso Team! x

August 2019

Amazing Venue, so beautifully designed and right on the water. Amy and Julie were wonderful to work with and always got back to me quickly with any questions I had. They worked well with my suppliers and the night was run perfectly! Food was also amazing

Rhiannon S.

Orso Bayside

Thank you Rhiannon for your lovely feedback, we were absolutely delighted to have the pleasure of hosting your reception! Love the Orso Team! x

May 2024

I cannot recommend Orso highly enough! From the moment we arrived, we were blown away by the exceptional service provided by the staff. They were attentive, and friendly, and made us feel truly valued. The venue itself is nothing short of stunning, offering breathtaking views that add to the overall ambience and experience. It served as the perfect backdrop for our wedding reception, creating a magical atmosphere that our guests are still raving about. And let's talk about the food – it was absolutely fabulous! Every dish was beautifully presented and bursting with flavour. It's clear that the chefs at Orso are passionate about what they do, and it truly shows in the quality and creativity of their menu. If you're looking for the perfect wedding venue that combines exceptional service, stunning views, and delicious food, Orso is the place to be. Our wedding day was everything we had hoped for and more, and we couldn't have asked for a better experience. Working with Adrianna leading up to our wedding was an absolute dream. She was incredibly accommodating and went above and beyond to assist with any requests or concerns we had. Her friendly demeanour, professionalism, and exceptional organizational skills made the planning process smooth and stress-free. On the day of the wedding, we were in the capable hands of Sushant. He maintained the same level of professionalism as Adrianna and ensured that everything ran seamlessly. He checked in with us regularly to make sure we were comfortable and had everything we needed. His thoughtful gesture of handing us water to keep us hydrated amidst the excitement of the day truly showcased his attentiveness and dedication to ensuring our day was perfect. Both Adrianna and Sushant played pivotal roles in making our wedding day a memorable and enjoyable experience. Their commitment to excellence and customer satisfaction is commendable, and we are so grateful for their contributions to our special day. We highly recommend Orso and their incredible team to anyone in search of a wedding venue with outstanding service and support.

Kate H.

November 2023

Great venue, everything went well! Reasonably priced and good food. Gus MC/DJ at Musiq was fantastic!

Alina A.


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looking for small wedding ceremony and reception in sydney

Hi I'm looking for small intimate wedding ceremony and reception (same location preferable) for my wedding in this August. Can anyone suggest some please ? My guests are around 20 people. thank you all Lynn

Orso Bayside

Hello Lynn, 

Thank you for your enquiry - Congraultions on your engagement, we would love to assist. We offer an Intimate wedding package on a Sunday in August - based on a minimum of 20 guests @ $150.00pp (Minimum spend of $3,000.00) + ceremony is an additional $500.00 for an extra 1/2 hour in the venue. This package includes 4 hours, canapes and a 3 course alternate serve menu, beverage package and the venue set to your requirements. Please send me your email I can attach some additional information. Thanks Amy 

How long before the wedding date should I be looking at venues?

Wedding date in Sept 2019 - is it too early to start scouting?

Orso Bayside

We would recommend booking your date as soon as you have a preferred time in mind.

We are currently taking enquiries up until 2020 and as Athol Hall is only one room the availability is therefore limited.

So to avoid dissapointment we advise to book as soon as possible!

How many guests constitutes a small wedding?

We are thinking about 55 :)

Orso Bayside

Yes, we have a room located on level 1 that is suitable for 55 guests. 

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