Top Los Angeles Dinner Party Venues

• Spaces for 150-250 Guests
• 1 Event Space

SmogShoppe, a former smog-check facility from the 1980s, is now a 6,500 square foot indoor/outdoor event space powered entirely by solar energy and a paradise for desert plants, vertical gardens, and sophisticated vintage furnishings. Live concerts, private events, courtyard weddings, receptions, exhibitions, and productions can all be held in the combined indoor and external areas. The floor plan of the venue can accommodate 250 people for live events and cocktail parties, 150 people for garden performances and ceremonies, and 150 people for formal sit-down dinners. SmogShoppe is conveniently located in the middle of the Culver City art/design district, just minutes from Santa Monica, LAX, Beverly Hills, West Hollywood, and Downtown Los Angeles, and is easily accessible from the 10 highway. The vast courtyard area of SmogShoppe is a calm break and a pleasant surprise for visitors. It's a green paradise in the heart of Los Angeles, encircled by garden walls that cover nearly 2,000 square feet. The Grand Hall features 15-foot ceilings and 18-foot glass rollup doors. The SmogShoppe in Los Angeles boasts a 20-foot digital cinema screen, as well as a mixing board, sound system, and lighting equipment that are excellent for live performances, film screenings, wrap parties, DJs, and VJs. Crow’s Nest is a private dressing room with a panoramic view of the city. The ideal retreat for musicians, weddings, grooms, VIPs, and hosts. SmogShoppe is one of Los Angeles' and the United States' most environmentally friendly urban locations. The room meets or exceeds virtually all of the requirements for LEED Platinum certification from the US Green Building Council in nearly every category. By repurposing almost 80% of the existing structure, the impact of demolition and construction was reduced. 90% of the building materials were either Green certified or upcycled and/or locally made. From the demolition, salvaged metal and wood were scrapped and used to build the furniture.

• Spaces for 107-2,500 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Theater
• 13 Event Spaces

Home to countless classic films, hit TV shows and Hollywood legends, the Universal Studios Lot is the perfect place for Private Parties, Corporate Functions, Product Launches, Charity Galas and Fundraisers, Anniversary Celebrations, and Bar and Bat Mitzvahs. Locations range from indoor sound stages, backlot locations, the Commissary and Studio Grill by Wolfgang Puck, and the Studio 1220 Event Space. The Universal Lot features over 25 sound stages of varying sizes on 400 acres. Stages range from 6,800 to 19,000 square feet of industrial space providing a blank slate for your event. The Universal Backlot features a diverse array of event locations. Transport your guests to an urban cityscape, Mexican courtyard, wild west, suburban neighborhoods, or the cobblestone streets of Europe. Surprise your guests with an iconic film set such as the Clock Tower Square from "Back to the Future," or Wisteria Lane from "Desperate Housewives." Located just inside the main gate of the world's oldest and largest working motion picture studio, the Studio Grill by Wolfgang Puck, The Commissary and the Patio are perfect for receptions, wrap parties, bar and bat mitzvahs, corporate events and private celebrations. Lastly, Studio 1220 is comprised of two spaces featuring a clean, modern design with floor to ceiling windows. The main space is over 4,300 square feet with the adjacent lounge at 1,435 square feet - perfect for breakout sessions, greenroom, VIP room, registration/check-in, OR as stand-alone venue. The adjacent parking lot can be used in conjunction with the space for an indoor/outdoor feel.

• Spaces for 80-850 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 2 Outdoor Spaces

It starts at the red carpet. The famous exterior. The sense of history, celebrity and excitement. Your guests feel like movie stars as they glide into the lobby to be greeted warmly and led to your unforgettable event at The Beverly Hills Hotel. For more than a century, the ‘Pink Palace’ has hosted some of LA’s most elegant and prestigious weddings for Hollywood legends, international dignitaries, royalty and locals alike. Today, The Beverly Hills Hotel continues to create celebrations and timeless memories that are reflective of its glamorous history and legendary heritage. The sprawling 12 acre property features over 22,000 square feet of indoor and 4,800 square feet of outdoor function space. With lush garden lawns and five exquisite meeting spaces including three magnificent ballrooms, our versatile options can be used for a variety of functions from corporate meetings to grand social occasions. Our professional team are fully versed in bringing together any kind of event, from a private wedding to a large group of delegates. They are trusted to ensure that every occasion feels fresh and unique and their goal is to see that your event runs smoothly, leaving you free to enjoy it yourself.

Hotel MdR Marina del Rey – a DoubleTree by Hilton hotel is located near the beautiful Marina del Rey Harbor and next to the Marina Marketplace, offering convenient access to over 40 restaurants, shops and entertainment options, all within walking distance. Take a short drive (without getting on California’s infamous freeways) to Venice Beach, Santa Monica, Playa del Rey, Manhattan Beach and the popular Abbot Kinney Boulevard. Hotel MdR is the the trendiest hidden gem in Marina del Rey.

• Spaces for 625-800 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Seventh Place is an urban warehouse venue available for an array of events, weddings, parties, concerts, film and commercial productions and large-scale exhibitions. It offers a unique, rustic, eclectic charm in the heart of the Arts District in Downtown, Los Angeles. A growing artistic and cultured community surrounds it, just steps away from Little Tokyo, Japanese Village and Southern California Institute of Architecture. This impressive, seventy five year old, urban interior space consists of bow truss 14 ft. high ceilings, vintage architecture with exposed brick, large windows, and skylights. With 5,000 sq. ft., Seventh Place is an intimate space, which can accommodate up to 800 standing guests, 625-chair seating and a 400 table seating capacity. This unique space offers endless opportunities in the creative ways you can turn this space into a special and memorable event for both you and your guests! It provides a canvas for your creativity, ability to transform it into a new environment with the raw warehouse space as a backdrop.

Planning events is one of the things we do best at Hilton Los Angeles Culver City. Whether you invite friends, colleagues, or clients to an event at our hotel, we'll make sure that everything will run smoothly. With 22,000 sq. ft. of event space spread across 19 flexible and customizable meeting rooms and ballrooms, we can accommodate small or large meetings, conferences and weddings. Count on our professional event planners to assist you with all the details from setting up your space, supplying your room, and meeting any special dietary needs.

• Spaces for 10-250 Guests
• 5 Restaurants

The Strand House and StrandBar are unparalleled in the South Bay with breathtaking, unobstructed views of the Pacific Ocean. With a sophisticated yet comfortable vibe, The Strand House is the perfect location to celebrate a personal milestone, host a wedding reception, or conduct an offsite meeting. The Strand House offers several unique spaces depending on your event style and expectation, and the Event Director & Coordinators are committed to making each event special and memorable.

• Spaces for 50-650 Guests
• 3 Hotels
• 3 Ballrooms
• 8 Total Spaces

Rising in the heart of Hollywood, Loews Hollywood Hotel offers a vibrant setting for meetings, weddings, and social events. The venue features more than 60,000 square feet of flexible event space, including expansive ballrooms, modern meeting rooms, and terraces with sweeping views of the Hollywood Hills. Floor-to-ceiling windows and contemporary interiors create a polished backdrop for both intimate gatherings and large-scale celebrations, all complemented by direct access to the Hollywood & Highland complex and a dynamic Los Angeles setting.

• Spaces for 450 Guests

Voted one of the most beautiful rooftop venues in Los Angeles, the DoubleTree Los Angeles Downtown is the ideal location for your next conference, business meeting or social occasion. Our 12,000 sq. ft. of customizable event space provides flexible options for groups and events of all sizes. The tranquil Kyoto Garden rooftop venue boasts amazing skyline views, ideal for weddings. Plan smaller meetings in one of our 14 private rooms, or host a gala in the two ballrooms. No matter the occasion, you’ll find expert staff on-site, modern AV equipment and complete catering services ready to make planning your perfect event effortless.

• Spaces for 550-800 Guests
• 1 Event Space

For those seeking an authentic Hollywood experience, Warner Bros. makes dreams come true. With 13 backlot sets, museums, a premiere theater and a full, on-site production department, we can produce everything from an intimate incentive retreat to a corporate extravaganza for 10,000. Let us roll out the red carpet for you!

• Spaces for 100-1,500 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space

Located in the heart of the Arroyo Seco, one of Southern California’s most active recreation areas, the Rose Bowl Stadium is a National Historic Landmark and offers parking, amenities and event spaces that can accommodate groups of any size. With multiple locations to choose from, events at Rose Bowl Stadium capture the history and tradition of America’s Stadium. Enjoy a first-class meal on the field, Terry Donahue Pavilion, spacious state-of-the-art locker rooms or Court of Champions below the iconic Rose Bowl marquee.

• Spaces for 20-300 Guests
• 2 Event Spaces

The Victorian is a truly one of a kind space, located in the always beautiful Santa Monica. It is one of the few full-service event venues on the West Side for weddings, banquets, conferences, company picnics, bar/bat mitzvahs, and special celebrations. Heritage Square is a prime pocket of nostalgic architecture, with the California Heritage Museum and its sprawling lawn on one side and The Victorian on the other. Completely renovated, The Victorian has had its main rooms enlarged and added an exclusive speakeasy for a total of 15,000 square feet of event space including the landscaped grounds. A brick path leading to the front door curves among blooming flowers, oak trees, and outdoor seating. As you enter, you’re greeted by a polished oak bar, a congenial spot for cocktails, as are the home’s two patios. Throughout, the décor is characteristic of the late 19th century—a mixture of fine antique furnishings and classical artwork.

Look no further than H Hotel Los Angeles for your meeting and event needs at LAX Airport. From intimate gatherings, to small business meetings, to exclusive events on our H Overlook Rooftop Terrace, H Hotel has the space for you. H Overlook is the only rooftop terrace in the LAX area, offering sweeping views of the airport, the city of Los Angeles, and nightly sunsets over the Pacific Ocean. Whether you're looking to host an office party, reunion, cocktail party or full dinner, H Overlook can accommodate up to 150 guests. For intimate business meetings, our Navigation Boardroom, Beacon Room or Compass Room accommodate up to 45 people in a variety of setups.

The New DoubleTree by Hilton Carson, An Oasis in the Commercial Heart of Carson, California. Plan your next event at our Carson, CA event and wedding venue. With a total of 5,764 sq. ft. of indoor and outdoor meeting and banquet space, including seven conference rooms and a 3,075 sq. ft. ballroom, the DoubleTree by Hilton Carson features versatile facilities for any occasion. Whether you are organizing a conference, sales presentation, corporate retreat, theme party or formal affair, we can accommodate them all. All meeting and banquet space is located on the lobby level offering easy access to parking and smooth transitions from meetings to meals to breakouts. Our dedicated, experienced personnel will ensure your event is a success from start to finish.

• Spaces for 60-450 Guests
• 3 Restaurants
• 1 Event Space

Fig & Olive’s West Coast flagship location is on Melrose Place in West Hollywood, CA. 8,000 square feet of light-filled space, double height ceilings, 50-foot tasting bar and communal table, two floors of dining, bar/lounge, enclosed patio with an abundance of rosemary plants, open kitchen and walls of olive oil and wine make this stunning location perfect for any occasion. Whether an intimate dinner party, a small gathering or an extravagant gala for 400 or more, our events department has the knowledge and experience to ensure your event is flawlessly executed. Our events brochure gives several options for private lunch or dinner parties, corporate cocktail parties, and elaborate food stations for buyouts and larger events.

• Spaces for 180-2,500 Guests
• 2 Outdoor Spaces
• 1 Theater
• 6 Total Spaces

The Award-winning Pacific Design Center serves the needs of the design, entertainment and arts communities by providing dramatic public and private spaces for screenings, exhibitions, lectures, meetings, special events and receptions. The PDC features; - SilverScreen Theater - Conference Center - 5th Floor Blue Atrium - 1st Floor Blue Lobby - 3rd Floor Terrace - Plaza Designed by architect Cesar Pelli, the beautifully landscaped, 14-acre campus is located in the City of West Hollywood, CA (the corner of Melrose Avenue and San Vicente Boulevard). The PDC serves as an exciting event location - from board meetings for 10 to outdoor parties for more than 2,500. Outside caterers are welcome!

• Spaces for 175-250 Guests
• 1 Event Space

Millwick has remade itself as a one-of-a-kind stand-alone super-loft open to live concerts, private events, outdoor wedding ceremonies and receptions, exhibitions, and productions. It was originally built as a livery and subsequently utilized as a cold-storage warehouse. It has a 7,000-square-foot floor plan (4,500-square-foot interior + 2,500-square-foot garden courtyard) that seamlessly blends interior and exterior spaces. Millwick is a fantastic event and wedding location that can accommodate up to 175 guests for live performances, ceremonies, and receptions. Millwick is conveniently located in the center of the Arts District in downtown Los Angeles, close to many of the city's top new and old hotels, restaurants, and nightlife. Millwick's calm urban sanctuary, a courtyard encircled by mature trees, drought tolerant planting, 20ft brick walls, and lush vertical gardens, is revealed through a discreet, modest garden entry that leads guests down a winding exposed aggregate path. Two enormous glass roll-up doors connect this outside garden to the grand hall. The courtyard is illuminated by energy-efficient lights and the stars of Los Angeles at night. Millwick's Grand Hall runs adjacent to its Garden Courtyard and is reached by two colossal glass rollup doors. Parts of the inside floors have been removed and replaced with unique specimens, creating an urban jungle feel. Soaring wooden bowstring truss ceilings frame nine huge skylights that hover 20 feet aloft. The exposed brick walls' 80-year-old patina has been kept, and it complements Tony Brown's series of wholly unique, hand-made gold ceramic tile walls. Millwick boasts a 25-foot digital cinema screen, as well as a hidden sound system, central mixing booth, and lighting system, all of which are perfect for live performances, film screenings, wrap parties, DJs, VJs, and ambient backgrounds.

• Spaces for 800 Guests

With 30,000 sq. ft. of flexible meeting space and dramatic waterfront views, Hotel Maya is the perfect venue for events in Long Beach, California. Our expansive ballroom overlooking the Pacific Ocean and downtown Long Beach is an ideal meeting facility for seminars, receptions, weddings, galas and more. To support your event and its attendees, our business center offers WiFi, tech staff and A/V equipment. Plan your next southern California business conference or corporate event at Hotel Maya - a DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel. Our dedicated catering and conference staff will make your event, large or small, an event to remember.

• Spaces for 250-880 Guests
• 2 Hotels
• 2 Ballrooms
• 1 Outdoor

In the heart of Beverly Hills – steps from renowned Rodeo Drive shops – the historic Beverly Whilshire buzzes with vitality from dramatic renovations, blending tradition and trend to create an absolutely stunning property. Thoughtful Four Seasons care warms every moment for every guest and patron at the Beverly Whilshire. Only Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills (A Four Seasons Hotel) features two rooftop terraces, overlooking the Hollywood Hills from the Royal Suite or the legendary Drive from the Rodeo Terrace. So when you host your special event at the Beverly Whilshire. you will have the opportunity to take advantage of all of our incredible private event spaces. At Beverly Wilshire, Beverly Hills (A Four Seasons Hotel), distinctive service and facilities lend unmistakable prestige to business meetings and conferences. Two high-tech ballrooms at the Beverly Whilshire seating up to 880 are complemented by seven more-intimate function spaces. So no matter the size of your event or type of celebration you're planning, the professionals at the Beverly Whilshire can help plan and execute the event of your dreams.

Whether you’re planning a corporate summit, intimate dinner, or large scale event, Dream Hollywood has the perfect collection of spaces to meet all of your event needs. The playfully sophisticated design aesthetic created by Rockwell Group, coupled with TAO Group’s award-winning cuisine, mixology, and hospitality, create an unparalleled experience for your guests. Our expert special events team works in partnership with you to customize your event and ensure every detail is in place.