Top San Mateo Venues

Weddings At a unique Four-Diamond European Country Inn, we offer a romantic English country garden setting for your wedding ceremony and celebration. All of our beautiful guest and bridal suites are included for your family and wedding party to get ready in and stay in after the wedding day and night celebrations. We have been aiding brides from all over the world for the past 37 years. The Mill Rose Inn provides a full wedding package with a focus on assisting the bride in customizing her wedding. Every aspect is perfected thanks to our knowledge and resources. We will assist you with everything from the rehearsal dinner to the honeymoon suite...you can trust us with these arrangements. Our full-service referral program will connect you with pastors, caterers (who can provide delectable meal and beverage selections as well as your unique wedding cake), musicians, photographers, videographers, and florists, as well as eating and lodging options for out-of-town visitors. Meetings, Conferences, and Events At the Mill Rose Inn, effective meetings are made possible by a relaxing, stress-free environment, clear communication, and unobtrusive service. Our Half Moon Bay Conference Facility is a world away from the office in terms of peacefulness, but we are only 30 minutes from San Francisco and its airport, Palo Alto, and Silicon Valley's heart. That is why companies like Oracle, Genetech, Silicon Graphics, Sun Microsystems, PacBell, Levi Strauss, Google, PG&E, Kaiser Permanente, and Stanford University Medical Center have trusted us to provide overnight and meeting accommodations for more than 30 years. For business groups and corporate parties, we provide a variety of team building exercises and activities.

• Spaces for 20-120 Guests
• 6 Restaurants
• 1 Bar
• 6 Total Spaces

Sam's Chowder House opened in October 2006 along Highway 1 in Half Moon Bay, overlooking Pillar Point Harbor and the Pacific Ocean. Celebrated for its New England-style seafood, the restaurant has earned recognition from Food & Wine as one of the "100 Most Scenic Restaurants in America" and has been named the #1 Seafood Restaurant by Half Moon Bay locals. Six private and semi-private event spaces accommodate gatherings ranging from 20-guest intimate dinners to 120-person outdoor receptions on the Beachfront Lawn. Indoor options include the Mavericks Room — a corner banquet room with windows framing the Mavericks surf break and harbor — and the Harbor View Room, which seats up to 54 guests with sweeping Pacific Ocean views and direct access to the North Patio. The Ocean Terrace offers an indoor-outdoor configuration with heat lamps, an overhead roof, and large sliding doors. Outdoors, the North Patio and South Beach Bar provide oceanfront settings for lunches, dinners, and evening receptions, with optional tenting available on the patio. Sam's also offers full-venue buyouts and off-site catering through the Sam's ChowderMobile, which brings its seafood — including Lobster Clambake service — to locations of the host's choosing.

• Spaces for 10-250 Guests
• 5 Restaurants
• 1 Bar
• 5 Total Spaces

Premium products are rotated on a seasonal basis. We serve Mediterranean-Rim and California Coastal cuisine at Cetrella, which has a main dining room that seats 90 people and plenty of additional seating in our scalable private rooms behind velvet curtains, at our full bar, which hosts weekend live jazz and periodic wine dinners, and on our outdoor patio with Mediterranean garden and water fountain. In honor of the breathtaking valley on the island of Capri, Cetrella offers approachable fine dining dishes that are made with fresh ingredients from local growers and purveyors. Appetizers include crudo and focaccia; main courses include fritto misto; beef carpaccio; soups and salads; wood-oven pizza; house-made bread and pasta; and cheese flights. Seasonal grilled vegetables, fish, poultry, and meat are available as main course options on a rotating basis. Along with house-made gelato, ice cream, and sorbet, customers can indulge in specialty desserts such as the chocolate trio and other seasonal offerings. A casual menu as well as specialty cocktails will be available at the full bar. There are always options and accommodations available for customers who have food sensitivities or who prefer a vegetarian or vegan diet. Located in the heart of Los Altos, Cetrella Los Altos is open seven days a week for lunch and dinner, as well as brunch on weekends.

• Spaces for 250 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

The Oceano Hotel & Spa highlights the natural splendor of one of Northern California's most magnificent seascapes while providing a top resort experience. The adventurous will find sandy beaches, walking paths, and marine reserves, while surrounding restaurants provide a variety of acclaimed dining options. Guests are greeted to a tastefully designed room that offers uncompromising luxury after a day of experiencing local activities like as hiking and kayaking, as well as shopping and wine tasting. The Oceano Hotel and Spa offers all of the luxurious amenities required for a lavish wedding celebration. From the rehearsal dinner to the ceremony and celebration, each wedding event may be customized to provide a unique and unforgettable experience. Accommodations offer ninety-five tastefully designed guest apartments, the majority of which overlook the Pacific Ocean, to complement your particular Half Moon Bay wedding. If you prefer, the on-site wedding coordinators will be there for you every step of the way, aiding you with everything from ceremony coordination to gourmet cuisine selections. They will plan every detail of your event to ensure that you have the best recollections of your special day.

Roberto Pugliese, Giovanni Marzocca, and José Marquez, whose culinary career had taken them all over the world, founded Mezzaluna Italian Restaurant over 25 years ago. They felt an instant connection to the Half Moon Bay coast because of the neighboring farmland and fishing boats parked at the nearby harbor. Mezzaluna serves southern Italian cuisine with a California twist, using only the finest meats, fish, and fruit, much of which is sourced locally. The restaurant lies 20 miles south of San Francisco, near the center of Silicon Valley, in Princeton by the Sea. PRIVATE EVENTS Thank you for thinking about Mezzaluna Italian Restaurant as a venue for your special event. We provide banquet menus to suit most budgets, preferences, and dietary requirements, as well as a full service bar with an extensive wine list ranging from Europe to Napa Valley. We offer two banquet rooms with private and shared areas available, depending on the size of your company. Our banquet halls do not have a separate price, but there are minimal charges for private spaces. A prepared banquet meal is required for any parties of 20 or more people, whether in private or shared spaces. For additional information about all-day events, lunch events, holiday rates, or non-private large-party reservations, please contact us. LARGE BANQUET ROOM Low lighting, wood vaulted ceilings, and a full bar characterize our spacious banquet room (below), which can accommodate up to 120 guests as a private venue. It also has a large fireplace, a raised stage, and a hardwood dance floor. Weddings, rehearsal dinners, and business meetings are all possible in this space. SMALL BANQUET ROOM This room, which seats up to 40 people as a private space, is located in our main dining area. It boasts huge arch-framed windows with views of the Princeton bay, and it may be closed off for seclusion with a curtain. Your event will be transported to a Trattoria in Florence thanks to terra-cotta tile floors and Tuscan-themed decorations.

Mavericks House is a really unique waterfront wedding venue located on an oceanfront bluff in Half Moon Bay. It is ideal for an outdoor or inside wedding. Mavericks House is ideal for couples looking for a magnificent beachside venue for their wedding. Our seasoned event planners are committed to ensuring that your special day is everything you imagined. At our parent company, Half Moon Bay Brewing Company, just around the corner, we can host extra wedding celebrations such as your welcome reception, rehearsal dinner, or post-wedding brunch. Charming Interior With sustainable engineered wood flooring and bistro lights, our freshly remodeled indoor event area catches spectacular ocean views, creating a casual yet elegant backdrop for your wedding reception. Waterfront Garden The perfect setting for a romantic wedding by the sea is a stunning, secluded, and uninterrupted view of the water. The setting is completed by a large paved garden path flanked by grass and a grove of local cypress trees. Catering Fresh, locally grown products and sustainable seafood from the Half Moon Bay area are used in Mavericks House full-service wedding catering. Venue Mavericks House features spectacular harbor views, indoor and outdoor gathering areas, and a number of configurations to fit your wedding and wedding reception needs. Every element of your special day will be taken care of by our onsite experienced event crew. Capacity Indoor: Standing Reception: 100 guests Seated Dinner: 90 guests Indoor + Outdoor Deck (weather permitting): Standing Reception: 140 guests Seated Dinner: 130 Oceanfront Lawn (weather permitting): Standing Reception: 140 guests Seated Dinner: 140 guests

• Spaces for 160 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

The restaurant serves classic seafood cuisine with a modern touch, under the guidance of Chef and Owner Jason Yeafoli. Moonraker is also recognized for its Pacifica-inspired cocktails and local California wines and brews. With floor to ceiling windows overlooking the ocean and surf, this historic space has one of the most stunning views in the Bay Area. Moonraker was inspired by the nautical phrase for a sail of a clipper sailing ship, sometimes known as hope-in-heaven or a moonsail. Moonraker offers a room that pulls on retro details while remaining classic, modern, and comfortable because to its proximity to the ocean. Upon entering, a wall of woven rope laid on black steel, as well as textured walls around the restaurant, pay homage to the neighboring water, creating a pleasant, ocean-side ambiance. Make your wedding unforgettable in our one-of-a-kind seaside setting! The Portola Room and The Farallon Room are two enormous event spaces at Moonraker. We have the ideal location for outdoor ceremonies overlooking the Pacific, as well as hotel room alternatives on-site. Celebrate a special occasion such as a birthday, anniversary, or the holidays in our Private Dining Room, banquet rooms, or a semi-private location within the restaurant! The breathtaking Pacific Ocean vista may be seen from every room.

ABOUT MENLO CIRCUS CLUB A group of young girls met on an Atherton Estate around 1920 to ride their horses and play. These girls created a "club" and decided to put on a circus for the delight of their parents, friends, and neighbors, as young children do. The mother of one of the girls, Mrs. W. B. Weir, offered that the revenues of the circus be donated to the Stanford Convalescent Home (now known as Lucile Packard Children's Hospital). The first circus was hosted on the W. B. Weir property at Middlefield Road and Glenwood Avenue in the summer of 1920. Youngsters rode their own horses and ponies, while others brought along pet cats, goats, and dogs that they had trained to perform stunts. The Stanford Convalescent Home received $500 from the first circus. The circus flourished the following year. Adults turned the circus into a social gathering, attracting visitors from as far north as San Francisco and south as San Jose. The circus grew in size, as did the social event, in the third year, and it became clear to parents that the circus had overrun the two fields. Land was purchased in the fall of 1922 for the creation of the Menlo Circus Club, which was formed the following year. AVAILABLE EVENT SPACES The Menlo Circus Club, located in the heart of Atherton, provides welcoming and gracious accommodations for private events such as Weddings, Holiday Gatherings, Bar/Bat Mitzvahs, Class Reunions, Birthday Parties, and Cocktail Receptions. The large entrance immediately sets a classy tone that is appropriate for any occasion. For your event, the Clubhouse can accommodate up to 350 people. Each suite boasts a different view of the Club's lushly maintained grounds. Our beautiful dishes have been painstakingly picked by our amazing culinary experts, and we provide private outdoor events overlooking one of the Bay Area's finest Polo Fields.

• Spaces for 100-280 Guests
• 1 Restaurant

WELCOME TO LA COSTANERA RESIDENCE La Costanera invites both locals and visitors to the Bay Area to enjoy a Peruvian culinary experience that they will never forget at their newest location. This contemporary, authentic Peruvian restaurant, located north of Half Moon Bay, overlooks the Pacific Ocean and offers a diverse menu that highlights the coastal cuisine of Latin America. Guests can enjoy our signature ceviche or a handcrafted cocktail while taking in the expansive ocean and coastal mountain views through panoramic, 180-degree windows. UPCOMING EVENTS AT THE COSTANERA La Costanera is the ideal location for a reception, party, or other special event of any size and scope. Our restaurant's breathtaking ocean views, mouthwatering Peruvian cuisine, and unmatched service make it the ideal location for a memorable event. A large party can be accommodated in our 10,000 square foot, two-story restaurant, while smaller gatherings can be held in our private rooms or on our outdoor patio. Guests will have easy access to signature and traditional drinks on both floors, thanks to a full bar on each level. Develop a menu in collaboration with our on-site event planners that includes signature Peruvian dishes and seasonal cocktails that your guests will enjoy. Contact us today to schedule a tour of our facility and to reserve a date for your upcoming event.

• Spaces for 300 Guests
• 1 Event Space

In the San Francisco Bay Area, Half Moon Bay Golf Links is the ideal beachside wedding venue. Consider having your special day at a site with inspiring views of the Pacific Ocean and a beautiful, sea-kissed environment as you arrange your big day. It's all FORE LOVE at Half Moon Bay Golf Links! We have a number of stunning locations where you can get married and have a beautiful reception. Let's get to work! We have lots of space for you to let your imagination run wild! Half Moon Bay Golf Links is a beautiful place to visit. Our excellent settings, with their tranquil coastal vistas and brilliant greens, provide the ideal environment for your big day. Half Moon Bay Golf Links offers numerous customisable settings of gorgeous wedding space for your big day, whether you anticipate a beautiful outdoor ceremony overlooking the infinite ocean or an exquisite dining room setting. We are privileged to be able to host your most special occasion. Our dedicated on-site wedding organizers will work carefully to produce unique and lively wedding festivities, so you can rest assured that your traditions and customs will be respected. Enjoy our oceanfront site, a professional kitchen ready for your special caterer, and a multi-tiered parking garage that can accommodate a big number of people for your baraat.

• Spaces for 14-400 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 2 Event Spaces
• 1 Meeting Space

Rosewood Sand Hill boasts some of Silicon Valley's most acclaimed event locations, which are designed to fit a variety of occasions. Natural lighting, immaculate design, original artwork, and cutting-edge technology are all features of the hotel's meeting and event facilities. MEETINGS Choose from a variety of modern and stylish meeting spaces with private outdoor patios and breathtaking views. Flexible conference rooms and boardrooms with connected foyers and outdoor terraces provide flexible space and natural lighting. WEDDINGS Beautiful weddings are placed in landscaped grounds, magnificent vistas, and sophisticated surroundings. The weddings at Rosewood Sand Hill range from Hollywood splendor to bohemian flair. The hotel's venues offer unlimited stunning possibilities when paired with the natural beauty of the Bay Area scenery. Our experienced event planners will work with you every step of the way to guarantee that your vision is realized just as you intended. Rosewood Sand Hill offers stunning backdrops for your wedding celebration. Wedding Packages: From intimate weddings to larger celebrations, explore our curated wedding essentials to create an unforgettable experience. EVENT SPACES Our impeccably designed, versatile event spaces feature natural light and state of the art technology. Outdoor Venues: Sprawling vistas and stunning sunsets can be enjoyed from beautifully landscaped lawns, floral gardens, and furnished outdoor terraces. Rosewood Ballroom: With a foyer and balconies overlooking the mountains, the ballroom is suitable for large receptions and meetings. Tell us about your next event, and our team of experts will work to make it a one-of-a-kind, personalized experience that will exceed your expectations.

• Spaces for 24-150 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Meeting Space

During the hours of 10am-9pm, wedding ceremonies and receptions are permitted with a maximum guest count of 140 individuals in attendance. The cost of renting a property starts at $4,000 and varies based on the season and where the wedding will take place on the property itself. Ceremony-only weddings are permitted between the hours of 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., with pricing beginning at $3,000 and varying depending on the season and location on the site. Catering is an extra charge. In order to receive more precise information, please fill out our online form or contact our Event Director at 650.322.2405 or events@alliedartsguild.org. Menlo Park now has a newly renovated conference room available for rent. The Allied Arts Guild is pleased to announce the opening of The Conference Room at Allied Arts, a state-of-the-art conference room ideal for businesses and organizations on the Peninsula and in the surrounding Silicon Valley. The Conference Room at Allied Arts is located at Allied Arts in San Francisco. In addition to having plenty of natural sunlight, the area is extremely private, making it ideal for even the most confidential of executive meetings. A serene and historic setting, the Guild is situated on three-and-a-half acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. It is an ideal place to get away from the distractions of the everyday office atmosphere while remaining only a few miles from both highways 101 and 280.

• Spaces for 350 Guests
• 1 Hotel
• 1 Ballroom

For conferences and training sessions, choose from over 12,000 square feet of meeting space. Enjoy a dynamic downtown location with corporations, lively eating, and high-end shopping. With teleconferencing, AV equipment, projectors, and Wi-Fi, stay connected in our meeting spaces. With the support of our planning and catering specialists, create a smooth event from start to finish. Our modern wedding venues, which include a polished ballroom and a big outdoor terrace, allow you to dance all night. Dream weddings aren't spontaneous; they're well planned. Marriott Certified Wedding Planners have been specially trained to assist you. Each Marriott Certified Wedding Planner has completed rigorous courses and is certified to plan weddings of all types, including ethnic and military weddings. Marriott Certified Wedding Planners can assist you in determining an overarching vision for your wedding and executing each detail based on experience, training, tradition, and old-fashioned intuition. Setting an event budget, selecting a cuisine, planning table settings, and securing florists, photographers, a band, and other entertainment for the big day are all part of the process.

Canyon Ranch, the pioneering company that pioneered integrative wellness, began with the pursuit of wellness by a single man, long before the term "wellness" became common use. Since then, that goal has inspired a business, but more importantly, it has encouraged innumerable individuals to pursue their own individual conceptions of what constitutes wellness. Canyon Ranch guides your lifetime well-being down a road of proven answers with its four immersive destinations and integrated team of professionals. Mel Zuckerman took the key decision to change his sedentary lifestyle in 1978, long before the wellness industry became a multi-trillion dollar industry. This decision was made in 1978. He understood after two weeks of living a healthy lifestyle that he had permanently changed his life, and he wanted to assist others in making the same change. This objective was initiated in 1979 when the first Canyon Ranch location, located near Tucson, Arizona, initially welcomed guests. This pioneering wellness resort was the first of its type to use an integrative approach, drawing on holistic methods, therapies, and evidence from both western and eastern traditions to address the well-being of the mind, body, and spirit.

• Spaces for 250-400 Guests
• 1 Outdoor

This stunning outdoor and indoor venue will take you and your guests on a beautiful outdoor journey, whether you are looking for a complete wedding and reception experience or just a special place for an intimate wedding or commitment ceremony. Your ceremony will take place in our grassy meadow, with bay views peeking through a redwood grove in the background. The Mountain Terrace's expansive redwood deck provides an ideal setting for your reception guests to take in the breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains. An alternative backdrop for a cozy and intimate reception is provided by the rustic beauty of our country-style lodge, which is available as an option. We celebrate a wide range of different cultural and lifestyle ceremonies, and we encourage you to bring your own rituals and traditions with you as well. The Mountain Terrace is the perfect setting for you to celebrate your special day in the manner to which you are most comfortable. A morning wedding ceremony at the Mountain Terrace is one of the few options available on the San Francisco Peninsula, and we are pleased to be one of the few venues that can accommodate this request. This option is ideal for brides and grooms who will be hosting a banquet at another location. On the lawn, we can accommodate up to 400 guests for seated meals.

• Spaces for 12-350 Guests
• 1 Restaurant
• 1 Ballroom
• 7 Total Spaces

The Stanford Faculty Club is a private membership organization set on the Stanford University campus at 439 Lagunita Drive in Stanford, California. Housed in a landmark building surrounded by the universitys storied grounds, the club has served as a gathering place for faculty, staff, and the broader Stanford community since its founding — hosting everything from intimate faculty dinners to weddings, Bar and Bat Mitzvahs, corporate conferences, and milestone celebrations. Seven distinct event spaces accommodate groups ranging from 12 to over 300 guests, with outdoor options extending capacity to 500. The Cedar Room, at 3,500 square feet with an expansive open floor plan, warm wood finishes, and access to the Main Patio, anchors the largest gatherings. The Redwood Room offers an elegant setting with high ceilings and a stone fireplace alongside access to the Garden Patio. The Palm Room features high ceilings and large windows with views of the redwoods. Smaller meeting rooms and private dining rooms serve board-style and intimate group needs. All events are supported by the clubs dedicated Catering Department, which holds a full California ABC liquor license and provides tables, chairs, linens, and on-site catering — no outside rental fees required. The Upper Terrace and courtyard spaces add seasonal outdoor options for receptions and ceremonies.

• Spaces for 500 Guests
• 1 Barn
• 1 Farm

Long Branch Farms is one of Northern California's best rural wedding venues, thanks to its natural beauty and hidden rustic appeal. Couples have been marrying here for so long that their important anniversary celebrations are now underway. Long Branch's crew is well-versed in weddings and sweating the small stuff. Each wedding is as unique as the couple marrying, and inventive ideas for adding extra personal touches abound. Whether you exchange vows in a lovely rural church or set up an altar in the meadow, the real romance of a country western wedding will leave you with lasting memories. Authentic relics and attractive old western structures dot the land, providing idyllic locations for your wedding photography. The wide grounds may accommodate up to 500 guests for a fantasy reception or an intimate gathering of your closest friends. Dinner and dancing can take place in the Palace Grand Parlor or under the stars outside. As your visitors belly up to the bar, the original barn has been meticulously renovated into a delightful old western saloon that will please them. The games and activities let people get to know one another by breaking the ice between them. Because life on the Palmer family's farm has always featured a zoo of animals, pets are welcome. Only one event is scheduled per day, so you will have the entire team's attention while you are here, and any additional vendors you hire will have plenty of time to go above and above for you. Long Branch weddings are magical and the perfect way to begin your "happily ever after."

• Spaces for 50 Guests
• 1 Historic Space
• 1 Estate
• 1 Mansion

WEDDINGS & SPECIAL EVENTS IN THE GARDEN We know a little little about birds and bees. The craziness of the day collides with the tranquility of the garden. The Elizabeth F. Gamble Garden, with its lovely garden and historic mansion, is the perfect setting to take in the sights and sounds of your wedding day or special celebration. In the heart of ancient Palo Alto, we can accommodate an intimate celebration of up to 50 people. For your ceremony, choose from the Rose Garden, Wisteria Garden, or Tea House Patio, as well as reception space in the Carriage House or Tea House Patio. Our event coordinator can assist you in putting together the perfect gathering. RENTAL DETAILS With over 20 years of expertise at Gamble Garden, our wedding/event coordinator will assist you with the planning of your special event. Gamble Garden can host groups of up to 50 people and is available for rental Monday through Friday evenings, as well as Saturday and Sunday. You and your guests will enjoy the first floor of the Main House, which includes the Dining Room, Living Room, and Library with veranda; the Carriage House and Carriage House Patio; and the Tea House and Tea House Patio when you choose Gamble Garden for your special occasion. Within your rental area are the Rose Garden, the Allée, and the Wisteria Garden, all of which are perfect for photography at any time of year. For non-profits, we are glad to offer a special weekday rental rate; please call for further information. There is a discount if you book an event within 30 days of the event date. Gamble Garden is unable to conduct fundraising events for other non-profits or corporations. Our Vendor List and Rental Contract (weekends and evenings) are provided for informational purposes only.

• Spaces for 20-205 Guests
• 2 Bars
• 1 Outdoor
• 6 Total Spaces

Barebottle Brewing Co. is a craft brewery founded in 2016 and rooted in San Francisco's Bernal Heights neighborhood, where its flagship production brewery and taproom occupy a spacious warehouse at 1525 Cortland Ave. The brewery has since expanded across the Bay Area with additional taprooms in Santa Clara, Menlo Park, Walnut Creek, and Salesforce Park in downtown San Francisco. The Bernal Heights location offers seven distinct reservable areas accommodating groups from 20 to 200 guests — from the intimate Parlor to a full taproom buyout. Rotating food truck partners provide catering options on-site, and outside pre-made food is welcome for events hosted at the flagship location. Barebottle takes a community-driven approach to brewing, drawing on local homebrewers and inviting guests to vote on beers before full production. Events at the taproom are complemented by 20–30 rotating beers on draft, wines, kombucha, and house-made non-alcoholic sodas. The space is pet-friendly and open to all ages.

• Spaces for 225-350 Guests
• 1 Outdoor
• 1 Event Space
• 1 Garden

Fairview Metropolitan is a wedding and event venue set on the grounds of Metropolitan Golf Links in Oakland, California — a public golf course with sweeping views of the San Francisco skyline and East Bay hills. Located at 10051 Doolittle Drive, the property pairs a scenic outdoor ceremony site adjacent to the fairways with a fully enclosed reception pavilion, accommodating gatherings from 50 to 225 guests. The pavilion features wall-to-wall carpeting, a built-in dance floor, and floor-to-ceiling windows that frame views of the golf course and Bay Area sunsets. All-inclusive wedding packages range from foundational to premium tiers, covering catering, DJ/MC services, invitations, centerpieces, hosted bars, and a dedicated event coordinator — allowing couples and hosts to customize from a single, integrated offering rather than managing multiple vendors. Spanish-language services are also available on-site. Beyond weddings, the venue hosts social events and private celebrations, with flexible package options designed to fit a range of group sizes and occasion types.