Private Dining
The Willard
No matter the size or type of event you are planning, The Willard Rooftop Lounge at the AC Hotel Raleigh Downtown has a private dining space to accommodate your unique vision. Whether you are looking for an intimate dining experience for 10, a themed cocktail reception for 200, or an elegant plated dinner for 75, we have the perfect space for you. The Willard's Chef Kyle Teears and his skilled culinary team expertly execute menus specifically tailored to each event. Private hosted bar offerings include a selection of wines, beers, liquors, and non-alcoholic beverages, making it easy to cater to any group's varying preferences. A personal touch can be added to your private hosted bar when you choose specialty/featured cocktails from a thoughtfully curated menu developed by The Willard's Lead Bartender Andy Skinner. Our talented and experienced catering team is ready to guide you through every step of the event planning process, bringing your unique vision to life!
Restaurant Information
Cocktail Bar, Lounge, Tapas / Small Plates
$$
Maximum Capacity: 350
Cocktail Bar, Lounge, Tapas / Small Plates
$$
Maximum Capacity: 350
Private dining options
No matter the size or type of event you are planning, The Willard Rooftop Lounge at the AC Hotel Raleigh Downtown has a private dining space to accommodate your unique vision. Whether you are looking for an intimate dining experience for 10, a themed cocktail reception for 200, or an elegant plated dinner for 75, we have the perfect space for you. The Willard's Chef Kyle Teears and his skilled culinary team expertly execute menus specifically tailored to each event. Private hosted bar offerings include a selection of wines, beers, liquors, and non-alcoholic beverages, making it easy to cater to any group's varying preferences. A personal touch can be added to your private hosted bar when you choose specialty/featured cocktails from a thoughtfully curated menu developed by The Willard's Lead Bartender Andy Skinner. Our talented and experienced catering team is ready to guide you through every step of the event planning process, bringing your unique vision to life!
Skyview Boardroom
15 Standing
12 Seated
Skyview Boardroom is perfect venue for intimate private dinners or receptions for small groups of 6 to 15 people. With floor to ceiling windows facing east and a private balcony, incredible views of downtown Raleigh provide a stunning canvas against which your special occasion unfolds. Skyview Boardroom is ideal for meetings, birthdays, family gatherings, bridal and baby showers, retirement celebrations, and more. LCD flatscreen and HDMI connection are included for your AV needs.
Horizon Ballroom
126 Standing
112 Seated
With floor to ceiling windows facing north and east, Horizon Ballroom can be professionally set theatre or classroom style for business meetings, elegantly appointed for plated dinner service, or playfully decorated for a themed reception. The space can be divided with an airwall to create 2 separate spaces, Horizon I and Horizon II, for smaller social events or meetings that require break out space. The space includes ceiling mounted LCD projectors, drop-down screens, and HDMI connection.
Glenwood Terrace
40 Standing
25 Seated
Glenwood Terrace is an east facing outdoor space with heaters and ceiling fans to accommodate events in most temperatures. This space may be combined with the indoor AC Kitchen to accommodate larger groups. Glenwood Terrace alone, or combined with AC Kitchen, is perfect for social reception events.