Top Marina District Cocktail Party Venues

Manages & operate a diverse portfolio of event venues in San Francisco, California; from national landmarks to entirely new art+community concepts, the NON PLUS ULTRA collection of venues represent several of the city’s most stunning and exciting spaces.

• Spaces for 40-250 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space

Mars Bar Restaurant is a great venue located south of market in SF. We have a huge back area that is perfect for bands, DJ's, birthdays, banquets, and many other celebrations. We have two outside patios. The garden patio and the larger under the big top tented patio. The tented patio can be configured for events that are casual to full blown elegance. We love small events as well as large ones. Any questions, please just ask. Thanks

• Spaces for 49-98 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

With timeless character, a thoughtful minimalistic vibe, and attentive hands-on staff, Capitol Art has many times over been called “the perfect event space”. Whether you’re unveiling a new car, launching a product, bringing in high-profile guests or just want the comfort of having a venue all to yourself, we are passionate about helping you bring your vision to life. Comprised of two airy studios joined by a 8 foot pass-through door, clients can customize their rental to fit each event’s logistical and budgetary needs. Whether you’re renting one of our spaces individually or combining them to impress with our 7,000 sq ft footprint, you’ll always get the same awesome perks like off-street load-in, reserved parking and direct street-access to your self-contained, private space. With tons of flexibility, plenty of room, and thoughtful support we aim to make your stay as magical as it is productive. Plus, we’re mere blocks from Bart and just steps from local coffee shops, dining and high-end groceries. The Mission District of San Francisco has plenty to keep you entertained & happy and we’re proud to invite you to the neighborhood.

• Spaces for 49 Guests
• 1 Boat

Private sailing charters on the tall ship Gas Light are available! In California, there is no better place to hold an event than aboard a gorgeous sailing vessel on San Francisco Bay. A typical tall ship's sights and noises will excite your senses and transport you to another era. Gas Light is a one-of-a-kind classic tall ship sailing yacht with an expansive deck space and a roomy, speak-easy open salon below. We have had the pleasure of working with a range of different groups and events, and we are excited to share our experiences with you. On your very own private sailing tours, explore San Francisco Bay! Corporate Event. Oracle, YouTube, Facebook, Metric Theory, LLC, Nike, Stitch Fix, Alibaba, Dell, Sales Force, Intuit, Apple, Google, Grand Rounds, Brex, and many others have benefited from our services. Grab your crew and get ready for a team-building experience unlike any other. Tie the Knot with us. The ceremony can be held on board the Gas Light. During the ceremony, our Captain will literally have you two "tie the knot." With its tiny, cozy interior, our ship is ideal for a rehearsal dinner or morning after breakfast. Your trip on Gas Light will also be an unforgettable chance to introduce the bride and groom's family; it will be a topic of conversation for both families for years to come. Celebrate Birthdays. This is an event for people of all ages! Gather up to 49 of your closest friends, family, and coworkers for a birthday to remember! Do you want to see another example of an event? A warm welcome awaits you!

• Spaces for 65-110 Guests
• 1 Event Space

The looks and feel of our private event space were born out of a desire to celebrate all the momentous occasions in our lives, in the most stylish way possible! And, we want to share this space to provide a beautiful, local, neighborhood venue for others to do the same … a place for your story. Whether that story is a cocktail party, rehearsal dinner, fundraiser … a retirement party, birthday party, intimate wedding or attending one of our workshops or cooking classes… the options are endless. The fun… endless. Whatever it is, the story belongs to you and your guests!

• Spaces for 450-1,500 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 space at this venue

Truly a one-of-a-kind experience, the Gold Bar Whiskey Distillery is located in the historic former Pan-Am Airport terminal, originally built in the late 1930s. Steeped in rich history, the space has been transformed into a stunning Art Deco-inspired Distillery and Tasting room - a tribute to the elegance and glamour of a 1930s jazz lounge. Located on Treasure Island, the Distillery offers sweeping views of the Bay Bridge, the San Francisco skyline, Alcatraz, and the Golden Gate Bridge - with some of the most breathtaking sunsets in the Bay Area. Take the ferry over and make your visit even more unforgettable. With over 1300 sqft of indoor space and a large mezzanine, our venue is ideal for up to 1000 guests. Add on the front plaza and host up to 2500! Inquire today!

Host your next event at our historic location in Ghirardelli Square, or we can bring the cheese and other tasty bites to you. The Cheese School of San Francisco offer classes, private dining, receptions, and interactive stations. From extraordinary cheese and charcuterie displays to a variety of platters, The Cheese School also offer fun, elegant, delicious private dining and private class options. Any other occasion that calls for great cheese, food and drink is an event to be held at The Cheese School of San Francisco.

Nick’s Crispy Tacos is a full service bar and fresh Mexican fare restaurant, suitable for all ages that has been serving San Francisco since 2002. The unconventional blend of the casual, friendly atmosphere amid the elegant, chic decor makes this spot welcoming to all. Whether it’s a casual meet up with friends, to watch a sports event, listen to live music, celebrate an occasion or a formal reception, we offer a memorable experience for all. Whichever day or night you visit, there is a great cross-section of people, representative of San Francisco.

• Spaces for 150 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Estate
• 1 Mansion

The Library. A San Francisco Landmark for your landmark occasions. ​Whether it's a love story for the ages, a backdrop for a blockbuster, or a memorable meeting, your events deserve depth and substance. That's why we offer you more than than the soiree of the century. This gem has been the home to medical discovery and healing for decades - now it's time to share that history and make your own discoveries. We are committed to creating space that helps to heal our bodies, our minds, and the planet. ​We offer flexible space, including a library, an outdoor garden, and a contemporary art gallery. We are ready for everything from cocktails to keynote addresses - with spaces for contemplation in between. Come explore our secrets and create your own history. ​When’s the last time you hosted a party for the history books? Elevate your guests in an event space everyone will be talking about. For years. The main floor of the Library showcases beautiful murals and huge windows so that the entire room is bathed in natural light. Vintage-inspired light fixtures add a historic touch and warm light when the sun sets. The largest event space of the venue, it has various sofas and low tables, providing a comfortable setting for loved ones to sip a celebratory cocktail. The shelves that line the walls provide copious amounts of room for various items of decor and mood lighting, to make the space your own. This elegant space is ideal for ceremonies and cocktail receptions. High ceilings help this room to retain an airy, spacious, feel, no matter the size of the party in it. A contemporary art gallery upstairs offers an eclectic, modern space for couples to customize. Guests can mingle while they contemplate the various artworks on display for a uniquely cultured celebration. A garden is also available for couples who have imagined an outdoor ceremony or reception. There are audiovisual capabilities on the main floor of the Library, which can be used for projectors to show slideshows and montages of the couple and loved ones. The site’s convenient location suits loved ones who might be staying in the city for your celebration

• Spaces for 400-685 Guests

Since 1931, Bimbo’s 365 Club has been San Francisco’s premier destination for unforgettable celebrations. With its art deco elegance, state-of-the-art production, and timeless charm, our venue is the perfect backdrop for weddings, galas, fundraisers, corporate gatherings, and milestone celebrations. Our team offers full-service support — from custom floor plans and lighting design to catering coordination and entertainment — ensuring every detail is seamless. Whether you’re hosting an intimate reception or a full-scale event, Bimbo’s delivers an atmosphere your guests will never forget. ✨ Recently named SF Gate’s Best Event Space / Venue in the Bay Area (2025) ✨

Our intimate 24-seat theater is terrific for quality checking a film, screening with colleagues, fundraising screenings, and more. WHAT CAN WE PROJECT? Digital Cinema Package – DCP DVD or Blu-ray QuickTime file (with embedded Stereo or 5.1 sound) NLE Sequences (Avid, Premiere, Resolve)

Our multi-use open gathering space is 70’ x 35’ (approx 2,100 sq ft) located in the heart of San Francisco Japantown. Influenced by Japanese aesthetics, with the glow of natural light, the Hub is perfect for conferences, product demos + pop-ups, artist exhibitions, workshops, performances, rehearsals, film screenings, and cultural events.

• Spaces for 350-1,000 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

The Imperial Ballroom is 4,600 square feet in size and can accommodate up to 400 people. The most expansive area of the Hotel Kabuki With 13-foot ceilings and no pillars, this space is truly unique. The Kosakura Boardroom is 350 square feet in size and can accommodate up to 12 people. Setup for a business executive Located on the first floor of the lobby The Osaka Room is 1,550 square feet in size and can accommodate up to 120 people. ten-foot-high ceilings Garden Level is where you'll find us. The Sakura Ballroom has 3,830 square feet of space and can accommodate up to 350 people. Window walls that extend from floor to ceiling, providing signature views of The Courtyard. With 13-foot ceilings and 1,620 square feet of space, it can accommodate up to 150 people. Floor-to-ceiling windows with views of the garden There are ten flexible meeting and event rooms that span 13,000 square feet and can accommodate up to 400 people. High ceilings, plenty of natural light, and views of the garden define this function space. Fresh California cuisine as well as catering options that are inspired by other cultures Wi-Fi is provided for free, and an audiovisual team is on site. Staff with years of experience and event professionals Group room rates and hotel packages are available at a discounted rate (based on availability)

• Spaces for 240-900 Guests
• 3 Event Spaces

You have arrived at San Francisco's most architecturally stunning venue. Astonish your guests and host an event that will be remembered for years to come. This versatile San Francisco landmark offers three separate venues, each with unique architectural characteristics and an array of accompanying rooms. Whether you are planning the wedding of your dreams, a corporate seminar, an elaborate reunion, or a celebratory bar or bat mitzvah, you will find The Regency Center to be a distinctive and imaginative choice. We invite you and your guests to relax and indulge yourselves in this exceptional venue, and let us demonstrate why we are the ideal setting for your next special event.

• Spaces for 10-1,000 Guests
• 4 Event Spaces

The Fillmore is the perfect legendary venue to host your next corporate event, private concert, wedding, reception, or business meeting. The Fillmore was the focal point for the psychedelic music scene during the 1960s and 1970s, helping to launch the careers of the biggest names of the era such as The Grateful Dead, Jimi Hendrix, Led Zeppelin, and The Doors. Whether you’re hosting an event in the main Auditorium or a more intimate gathering on the Balcony or in the Poster Room, the Fillmore is sure to wow your guests! With access to the world’s greatest musical entertainment, full-service event production, state-of-the-art lighting, and sound, custom menus, and mixology, the Fillmore will exceed the expectations of even the most discerning guest. Our talented staff handles every detail, so you don’t have to. Make your next meeting or private event, one to remember!

• Spaces for 250-3,300 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Theater
• 4 Event Spaces

Located atop San Francisco’s Nob Hill, The Masonic offers a dramatic setting for corporate events, galas, concerts, receptions, conferences, and private celebrations. The venue features more than 74,000 square feet of flexible event space and can accommodate gatherings ranging from 50 to several thousand guests. Its spaces include the expansive auditorium, elegant lobby areas, and the California Room, which features large windows and sweeping city views. State-of-the-art lighting and sound, full-service event production, custom menus, and mixology support gatherings of varying styles and scales. With its distinctive architecture and central San Francisco location, The Masonic creates a memorable backdrop for high-impact events.

• Spaces for 60-2,300 Guests
• 7 Hotels
• 7 Ballrooms

In the heart of San Francisco, high atop prestigious Nob Hill, is the Crown Jewel that opened in 1907-the legendary Fairmont San Francisco. Featuring classic ambiance and leading-edge amenities, your guests will fall in love with the luxury and charm of the Fairmont San Francisco and all that it has to offer. At Fairmont San Francisco, our dedicated and experienced wedding and event professionals provide warm and intuitive service throughout the planning experience. Your personal San Francisco wedding and event specialist at Fairmont San Francisco will expertly coordinate every aspect of your very special occasion. No detail is too small or outside the realm of the expertise of the staff at the Fairmont San Francisco, allowing you the ability to enjoy your Bay Area wedding with confidence and comfort. Encourage your guests to explore the surroundings near the Fairmont San Francisco and take in all that the city has to offer. Not sure which space to host your special event in at the Fairmont San Francisco? In the famed Venetian Room, Tony Bennett first sang, 'I Left my Heart in San Francisco.' And in 1945, delegates from 40 countries around the World met in the historic Garden Room to draft the Charter for the United Nations. Fairmont San Francisco has been host to the most remarkable events in San Francisco history. Your wedding reception or social occasion at the Fairmont San Francisco may soon be among them.

• Spaces for 400-700 Guests

Standing beneath marble columns, ornately gilded balconies and an elaborate frescoed ceiling, it’s easy to imagine this building’s allure when it first came on the scene as a flashy French restaurant and San Francisco’s grandest nightclub. Opening in 1907 on the heels of the great earth- quake, the 5,000-square- foot concert hall symbolized the city’s renewed optimism. The popular club flourished for a quarter century in this incarnation, then became the Music Box, where Sally Rand performed her famous fan dances. In 1972 it was reborn as the Great American Music Hall. For more than 25 years the hall has showcased the talents of music and comedy greats such as Prince, Ray Charles, Jay Leno, Whoopi Goldberg and Robin Williams. Its intimate setting and wonderful acoustics continue to make it a favorite of music lovers throughout the Bay Area. In addition to countless concerts, the Hall has hosted corporate bashes, fundraisers, holiday parties, product launches and weddings.

• Spaces for 200 Guests
• 1 Event Space

When you organize your private event at the Club, your guests will be treated to panoramic skyline views, renowned architecture, and tantalizing meals, to name a few highlights. From a small library to a huge ballroom, our eight event venues provide a variety of inviting environments. The elegant exterior of the Club was created by renowned architects Walter Bliss and William Faville, who were inspired by the Renaissance's Italianate style to create an attractive, ageless structure. The Clubhouse's beauty and warm ambience are suitable for the Club's various member functions. The University Club of San Francisco was established with the goal of providing a gathering place for alumni from various colleges. The Clubhouse's first location was rented at 722 Sutter Street. It was eventually regarded too tiny to accommodate the rising membership, despite its elegance. In the historic earthquake of 1906, the Club's original location at 722 Sutter was demolished, and the majority of the building was devoured by fire. 800 Powell, once the Stanford Mansion's stables, was chosen as the location for the new Clubhouse. The Club's new edifice was designed by renowned architects Walter Bliss and William Faville.

Get ready, rebels. This is where every good story begins. Check in and leave the status quo behind. Hotel Emblem in downtown San Francisco, where Nob Hill meets Union Square and the Theater District, is a haven for those that think as boldly as they live. Every corner is designed to spark creativity, from bottled cocktails delivered to your door, to the book-filled Writer’s Alcove in the lobby, to the eclectic guestrooms, where patterns play and an expressive vibe thrives. This hotel is a muse – and you will be, too. Ask our Underground Concierge for customized recommendations on under-the-radar local sights that will ignite your curiosity. Or simply sit back and tap out a few thoughts on the lobby typewriter. It will all leave you with a dynamic new outlook.