Top California Dinner Party Venues

• Spaces for 18-250 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

The Charter Oak is a restaurant in the heart of the Napa Valley by Chef Christopher Kostow of the Michelin three-starred The Restaurant at Meadowood. Within the first year of opening, we were honored to receive "Best New Restaurant" by Food & Wine, "Best New Restaurant" by Robb Report, and "Best New Restaurant" by James Beard Awards. For guests interested in hosting an event, we welcome you to choose from our various event spaces such as an intimate dining experience in the historic Sherry Building, or a large celebration under soft string lights and the canopy of mature mulberry trees in The Courtyard. We approach each event in a custom, personal manner, creating a family-style menu to pair with classically-focused cocktails and wines.

Delilah is a timeless venue that offers the perfect mix of dinner, drinking and dancing. Delilah is a one-of-a-kind space the offers a fun and upscale lounge atmosphere. The charming venue reflects the grace that once existed during Hollywood's golden era. The H. Wood Group's food and beverage specialist, Adam Koral, curated a mixture of classic and modern American cuisines for Delilah. Their reputable master mixologist, Matt Siegel, will craft specialty libations and enticing cocktails for you and your guests. Your event at Delilah can boast lounge style bottle service following a decadent dinner, combined with live performances and entertainment. Delilah is the perfect venue for a unique, luxurious, and unforgettable special occasion.

• Spaces for 120 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 space at this venue

Nestled in the heart of the majestic San Bernardino Mountains, Chateau Big Bear offers a magical setting for your wedding day that's as breathtaking as it is memorable. With the serene Chateau grounds as your backdrop and surrounded by lush pine trees, our venue provides a stunning location to say "I do." At Chateau Big Bear, choose from our poolside event area, our grand ballroom that embodies elegance and charm, and Tiffany’s Bistro ensuring your reception is nothing short of spectacular. 80 well appointed rooms for your guests We offer a Chateau Big Bear Buy Out for the grandest experience.

• Spaces for 260-700 Guests
• 2 Museums
• 2 Landmarks

The San Francisco Mint, which was built to serve a rapidly growing city and a thriving regional economy, is a historic community gathering place that is now available for private events. This classical revivalist venue, which is just a coin toss away from the Moscone Center in downtown San Francisco, has been renovated to accommodate modern productions while maintaining its historical grandeur. The San Francisco Mint, with its 92,000 square feet of space, promises to provide an unrivaled experience for your next corporate event, gala, wedding, or private party! Take a look at some of the many different applications for this iconic landmark in the gallery below. There are five floors of usable indoor space with a capacity of 999 people and 30 foot high ceilings. The Main Floor has ornate double ballrooms and breakout rooms as well as coat check and green rooms. The Vault Level has industrial gold vaults and an ore mill. The exclusive 4,000 square foot interior courtyard has gaslight chandeliers that can be tuned to any color. There is on-site management. There is a public parking lot on the corner of 5th and Mission with power and Wi-Fi capabilities.

• Spaces for 10-120 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Wineries
• 1 Event Space

Beringer Winery is the perfect place to host your special event. Beringer Winery has an array of beautiful and functional spaces for groups of all sizes including the historic Rhine House and Hudson House, picnic grounds, redwood grove, bocce ball court, winery caves, and a culinary center. Graced with stately 19th century architecture and verdant gardens, Beringer Winery is not only one of the most beautiful properties in California's wine country, but as the longest continuously operating winery in Napa. The estate is sure to be the perfect back drop to the wedding or special celebration of your dreams. Beringer WInery offers several options for groups who would like to take their winery experience to the next level. Whether it is a seminar on how your senses work together to comprehend complex wines or the fundamental principles of food and wine pairing, they have several experiences that showcase why, after a century, we remain a leading winery in the valley.

• Spaces for 190-400 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Originally built in 1955, the former Coachella Valley Savings & Loan, retains all of its mid-century charm and character including the original black terrazzo floors, circular walk-in bank vault with stone façade, and free-form terrazzo staircase. With 5,675 square feet of indoor space, TheBank can accommodate a wide variety of events including brand activations, product launches, meetings, special events and social occasions from 100 to 400 guests. The main level offers a large open space with 20-foot ceilings, floor-to-ceiling windows that overlook South Palm Canyon Drive in downtown, and a bank vault that has been transformed into a luxurious VIP lounge. On the second floor, three meeting rooms are available for breakout sessions or green rooms. Your guests will experience an authentic, historic Palm Springs in one of the few venues that allows amplified music with no restrictions or curfew.

• Spaces for 6-150 Guests
• 1 Event Space
• 4 Meeting Spaces

• Spaces for 16-1,600 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Event Space
• 3 Meeting Spaces

Host your next Gala, Wedding, Fundraiser, Retreat, Networking Event, Happy Hour, or Pool Party at our Beautiful Renaissance Palm Springs Hotel. Renaissance Palm Springs, a 410-room hotel, is a contemporary desert retreat in the heart of downtown Palm Springs, set against swaying palm trees and the San Jacinto Mountains, the hotel blends resort-style amenities with flexible meeting space to keep groups productive, engaged, and comfortable. The hotel is within walking distance of shopping, dining, galleries, and nightlife. Convenient access to Palm Springs International. Being directly connected to the Palm Springs Convention Center also gives planners added flexibility for overflow events or citywide programs. Renaissance Palm Springs features more than 38,000 square feet of dedicated event and meeting space, giving planners a variety of options for small to mid-sized groups. Spaces range from an elegant Grand Ballroom—ideal for general sessions or banquets—to smaller breakout rooms. Outdoor venues, including an expansive 24,000-square-foot pool deck with mountain views, create memorable backdrops for receptions, networking events, or al fresco meal functions. For small meetings, training sessions, board retreats, and intimate catered events, the hotel offers flexible room configurations, from boardroom-style setups to classroom and banquet arrangements. Onsite audiovisual capabilities, dedicated conference services, and a business center help ensure presentations run smoothly and timelines stay on track. Custom catering menus highlight fresh, local ingredients and can be tailored for breakfast meetings, working lunches, themed breaks, plated dinners, or cocktail receptions.

The Socialite Room at Social Costa Mesa: Your Private Party Destination Located in Costa Mesa, the Socialite Room at Social Restaurant offers a versatile and exclusive venue for private events. Whether you’re hosting a cocktail party, intimate dinner, or wedding reception, this space adapts to your needs, creating a memorable experience for your guests. Customizable Layout: Choose an open layout for standing events or a full dining setup with elegant tables and chairs for seated occasions. Private Entrance: Enjoy a dedicated entrance for your party, with the option to open the roll-up garage door for a fresh, summer vibe or keep it closed for an intimate setting. Tailored Menus: Collaborate with our Chef to craft a menu that matches your event, whether it’s from our celebrated offerings or a custom creation tailored to your preferences. Perfect for weddings, corporate gatherings, birthdays, or anniversaries, the Socialite Room pairs modern design with exceptional dining and service, offering a personalized touch for every occasion. Reserve your date today and let us help you create an unforgettable event at Social Restaurant’s Socialite Room.

• Spaces for 175 Guests

The past and the present collide as you enter Barcade! Experience the nostalgia and atmosphere of a vintage arcade combined with a fully stocked bar with craft cocktails, an expertly curated selection of American craft beer, and elevated pub food fresh from our kitchen. Barcade provides a unique nightlife experience where you and your guests can engage in friendly competition, enjoying the most definitive classic video games and pinball machines of all time, plus impossibly hard-to-find titles from our extensive and unparalleled game collection. For over two decades, Barcade has built a legendary reputation for serving the finest American craft beer. Each location boasts 24 taps, prominently featured at the center of the bar, with a rotating lineup of brews showcased on the chalkboard above and updated daily in our printed beer menu. Each menu provides detailed descriptions to guide your choice, and our Cicerone-trained bartenders are always ready to help you find the perfect pour. Not a beer lover? No worries—we also offer a full selection of spirits, custom cocktails, hard seltzers, hard ciders, and plenty of non-alcoholic options. Barcade hosts all kinds of events, large and small: holiday parties, corporate happy hours, team building events, anniversaries, bachelor and bachelorette parties, birthdays, engagement parties, family friendly events, bar and bat mitzvahs, and film and photo shoots. Party packages come standard with drinks, food, and tokens or are fully customizable at a variety of price points including open bar and top shelf open bar. Food options include a variety of hand-held items, vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free items, available both by platter or as an unlimited buffet. Experience add-ons include game tournaments, pinball tutorials, beer tastings, swag bags, and photo booth rentals. Hours listed are normal operating hours. Event bookings are available outside of normal operating hours.

Welcome to Blu Temple and Blu Cabana your Tropical Haven for Every Occassion! A refined tropical haven in the heart of the city, crafted for elevated experiences from sunrise to last call. 🌴✨ This island-inspired venue brings luxury to every hour of the day: bright, sun-washed mornings perfect for brunches and mimosas 🍊🥂, warm golden-hour glow that transforms the space into pure magic ✨🌅, and chic evening ambiance under soft lighting and tropical textures. With lush greenery, designer lounge seating, cabanas, and a seamless indoor-outdoor flow, Blu Cabana delivers a sophisticated backdrop for weddings, milestone celebrations, brand activations, and upscale social gatherings. Every corner is camera-ready, every moment feels elevated, and every experience stands out. 📸💫 It’s the destination for hosts who want luxury, versatility, and a setting that naturally steals the spotlight.

• Spaces for 200-800 Guests
• 2 Ballrooms
• 1 Outdoor
• 3 Event Spaces

Everline Resort & Spa is a mountain resort destination located in Olympic Valley near Tahoe City, California, offering a scenic setting surrounded by alpine landscapes and year-round outdoor recreation. The property features expansive indoor and outdoor event spaces, including open-air lawns, terraces, and elegant ballrooms designed for weddings, retreats, and group gatherings. Guests enjoy refined accommodations, destination dining, spa amenities, and convenient access to hiking trails and winter sports. With its balance of natural beauty and polished hospitality, Everline Resort & Spa provides an immersive backdrop for celebrations and events in the heart of the Sierra Nevada.

• Spaces for 120 Guests

Legendary locations are just the beginning. From chic suites in the city center to sumptuous villas on a secluded Caribbean beach, from poolside cocktails at dusk to two-hour massages in private cabanas, every setting is one of a kind. Viceroy reinterprets history, traditions, and modernity in innovative, uniquely timeless ways. Yet, within each individual environment, certain qualities are welcomingly consistent. Creativity, comfort, and service all make the signature Viceroy experience, where guest needs are always anticipated and graciously accommodated. Equally constant are the accolades earned by our distinctive hotels, including the pages of Conde Nast Traveler, Travel + Leisure, Departures, New York Times, and Vogue.

Located in the vibrant Downtown Los Angeles, ​The East Angel is an industrial urban event space.

• Spaces for 225 Guests

• Spaces for 725-1,000 Guests

A Delight for the Senses. THE LANDMARK When you want to make a big impression, L.A. Banquet presents its newest and most extraordinary banquet hall, boasting the grandest, unparalleled, and most stunning ballroom in the greater Los Angeles area. The Landmark takes pride in showcasing an endless variety of state-of-the-art facilities and refined amenities, all housed within its captivating and distinctive space. OUTDOOR SPACE Our lush, meticulously manicured garden hosts the ideal settings for your dream outdoor ceremony. The abundant grounds harmonize with the Landmark's infinite versatility to accommodate a lavish array of experiences for your event. BRIDAL & GROOM SUITES Both the bridal party and groomsmen can relax and celebrate in the Landmark's suites, each with a luxe lounge area and a specialty lunch menu. The bridal suite boasts multiple illuminated vanities and a full-size bathroom with complete amenities. Inside the Landmark's bridal and groom suites, guests can cherish the big day with dedicated maître d' service that includes champagne and an abundance of fruit, pastries, coffee, and tea–– always available. TECHNOLOGY & AMENITIES The landmark's awe-inspiring ballroom boasts twenty-five foot ceilings, dazzling chandeliers, and state-of-the-art LED, at the cutting edge of technology and opulence. Among the myriad of memorable events, the venue accommodates gala-like weddings, stunning festivities, and large-scale actions and conventions seeking luxurious grandeur.

• Spaces for 20-200 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Meeting Space

Mendocino Grove is a chic glamping venue for corporate offsites, retreats and weddings, spanning 36 acres overlooking the Pacific Ocean on Northern California’s picturesque Mendocino Coast. Combining the deep experience of being immersed in nature with the simple comforts of a dreamy bed, crisp cotton linens, hot showers, wonderful food and plenty of fresh air, Mendocino Grove allows groups to relax and truly enjoy the transformative experience of spending time in nature. Atop redwood decks with Adirondack chairs to take in the beautiful surroundings, Mendocino Grove's spacious Safari-style tents come fully-outfitted with heated beds, down comforters, crisp cotton linens, fluffy towels, reading lamps and lanterns. The bathhouses are beautifully appointed with EO products, fresh flowers, more fluffy towels and showers with plenty of hot water. Nearby, you will find the Camp Spa including a dry sauna, rooms for massage and yoga deck looking out onto the Mendocino Bay. Located on a forest bluff overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Mendocino Grove is ideally situated beside the village of Mendocino, California, a picturesque destination with stunning ocean vistas, gorgeous beaches and rivers, unique boutiques and art galleries, interesting restaurants and cafes, and much more.

• Spaces for 180-520 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 3 Event Spaces

Set in the mountains of Truckee, California, The Ritz-Carlton Lake Tahoe offers a luxury resort setting defined by alpine scenery and ski-in, ski-out access. The property features refined indoor and outdoor event spaces, including elegant ballrooms, firelit terraces, and mountain-view venues designed for weddings, retreats, and social gatherings. Guests enjoy sophisticated accommodations, destination dining, a full-service spa, and year-round outdoor experiences. With its impeccable service and dramatic natural surroundings, the resort provides a distinctive backdrop for celebrations that feel both intimate and unforgettable.

• Spaces for 150-200 Guests
• 1 Ballroom
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Total Spaces

Located in the heart of Orange County’s business and arts district, Costa Mesa Marriott offers a modern hotel experience with polished design and versatile event capabilities. The property features contemporary guest rooms, a full-service restaurant, and expansive indoor meeting and ballroom spaces suited for weddings, conferences, and social gatherings. Just minutes from South Coast Plaza and cultural attractions, the hotel combines convenience, comfort, and professional hospitality, making it a reliable setting for both corporate events and milestone celebrations.

• Spaces for 9-600 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 2 Hotels
• 14 Total Spaces

Perfectly located at the archway to San Diego’s entertainment hub, the Hilton Gaslamp Quarter combines the service of a luxury hotel with the sophistication of a smaller boutique property.