Whether you’re planning a simple dinner with a group of 8+ friends (because many restaurants require reservations + will automatically add gratuity to the final bill for parties of 8 or more) or a wedding reception, we gathered up the places that will have a table ready for you.

🍽 Hall’s Chophouse | 550 S. Main St. | Reservations here | Also has four options for private group dining to suit anything from a small birthday dinner to a wedding rehearsal.

🍽 Roost | 220 N. Main St. | Reservations here | Outdoor seating available + there is a very private Pergola at Roost (located inside just off the lobby of the Hyatt).

🍽 Sassafras Southern Bistro | 103 N. Main St., Suite 107 | Reservations here | Also offers three private areas (including an outdoor covered patio) and options for a plated or buffet dinner.

🍽Soby’s | 207 S. Main St. | Reservations here | Offers an inclusive menu to fit all kinds of diets + there is a loft area overlooking the restaurant for groups of 12+, complete with a cozy fireplace.

🍽 Crafted at Nose Dive | 116 S. Main St. | Reservations here | Loft-like area overlooking giant windows and the lower dining room

🍽 Otto Izakaya - Woodruff Road | 15 Market Point Dr. | Reservations here | Upstairs loft, ideal for huge gameday watch parties

🍽 The Anchorage | 586 Perry Ave. | For groups over 8 people, email info@theanchoragerestaurant.com | Get the ‘Tasting Table’ which is exactly how it sounds - five course chef’s selection | $55 per person

🍽 Veranda Room At Rick Erwin’s Nantucket | 40 W. Broad St. | Seats up to 75 people | Third floor of the Greenville Marriott, with 180 degree views of Main Street | More Rick Erwin’s private dining options here

Some other suggestions we received from our readers: LTO Burger Bar, Cantina 76 and Augusta Grill. Have a recommendation for large party dining? Let us know.

"You should never forget about the private dining room at Augusta Grill. It’s the best option of them all." - William

"We have a great space for large groups and you can get food from Gringos!" - @pourtaproom on Twitter

*This list isn’t comprehensive. If you have any suggestions, please let us know.