Help with ceremony draping / hiding bar

We found a venue we like but the ceremony and reception are in the same room which is okay. Tables will not be in the room or hidden behind a curtain but a built in bar is in the room by the entrance. We found a photo of what the ceremony looks like from another wedding. We don’t like how this looks with a black curtain especially since everyone will be looking in that direction as the bride and bridal party walk in. Is there a way to make it more appealing or decor suggestions? Is our only option to keep looking?