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  Bella Vista Bed and Breakfast

  581 Cold Springs Rd, Placerville, CA 95667, USA

  • Spaces for 130 Guests

  Bella Vista Bed & Breakfast is a five-acre hillside estate in Placerville, California, set in the Sierra Nevada Foothills amid landscaped gardens, ponds, streams, and waterfalls. The property sits above the Coloma/Lotus Valley, offering panoramic views of the American River canyon — a setting that draws couples planning intimate elopements and small celebrations alongside guests seeking a romantic retreat. The estate grounds serve as the primary event setting, accommodating ceremonies and receptions for up to 20 guests on the lawn and garden areas. Architectural columns, art, and antiques frame outdoor spaces designed for photography and celebration. A lagoon with a cascading waterfall and sandy beach, multiple garden sitting areas, and valley-view terraces extend the usable event footprint across the property. Kathleen Ash founded the bed and breakfast in 2005 after recognizing the five-acre property as an experience worth sharing. In addition to events, the estate offers five guest rooms and suites — most with valley views — along with daily locally sourced breakfast service. The venue sits within half a mile of several El Dorado County wineries and breweries.

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  Beach Terrace Inn

  2775 Ocean St, Carlsbad, CA 92008, USA

  • Spaces for 50-300 Guests
  • 2 Hotels
  • 2 Ballrooms

  We take pleasure in our ability to live life deliberately, fully, and in the moment at Beach Terrace Inn. We treasure the "ahh moments" - those little moments when the rest of the world fades away and you can finally unwind — like the first time you hear the Pacific waves, or the first time you feel the sand between your toes, or the first time you pull up to Beach Terrace Inn. We specialize in private moments. Please fill out the form below if you'd like to celebrate a special event or organize a gathering with us, and your party will not be larger than 50 people. In addition to the event location, we usually require at least four room bookings. We're happy to connect with you and will get back to you as soon as possible! With an intimate gathering room overlooking the Pacific Ocean, reimagine your next event. Our event venue has 1,120 square feet of interior lounge space and 960 square feet of outdoor terrace on the oceanfront. With a conference-style configuration, we can comfortably accommodate 16 people, or 50 guests with a banquet-style setup. Rental hours: From 1 p.m. until 9 p.m., event space is available for rent. Catering and bartending services: We can provide a list of recommendations. A licensed alcohol provider must be used to hire a bartender. Guests are not permitted to serve their own alcohol. Rental costs vary depending on the season and day of the week. Most event venue bookings also necessitate the hire of at least four rooms.

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  Hinoki & The Bird

  10 W Century Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90067, USA

  • Spaces for 10-250 Guests
  • 6 Restaurants
  • 3 Outdoor Spaces
  • 3 Meeting Spaces

  Whatever type of wedding you are planning, whether a traditional ceremony, a modern ceremony, or a rehearsal dinner, we have a flexible venue that is centrally located and offers valet parking. Our goal is to exceed your guests' expectations and to create an event that will be remembered fondly. Our patio has heated floors as well as a retractable awning and weather-proof roof, making it ideal for hosting a beautiful event in any season. Private Dining Room "Indigo" can accommodate up to 30 people for a seated dinner and 40 people for a cocktail reception. South Patio: seating for up to 60 people for dinner and up to 80 people for a cocktail reception The entire patio can accommodate up to 120 people for a seated dinner and 160 people for a cocktail reception. The entire restaurant can accommodate up to 160 people for a seated dinner and 250 people for a cocktail reception. We have multi-course menus ranging from $85 to $125 per person, plus beverages. For larger events, a restaurant buyout requires a food and beverage minimum of $17,500 - $25,000 (plus service charge and sales tax), with the amount varying depending on the season, the size of the party, and the day of the week. A Friday rehearsal dinner or a Saturday wedding (in the late spring or early fall) are both very popular choices for couples. Our guests are not charged any room fees, location fees, or rental fees for any of the services that a restaurant would normally provide. Valet parking is available for a fee of $10 per car. We strongly advise that you hire an event planner who will take care of all the details for your special day. Please contact us via email or phone if you have any questions or would like more information.

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  Bayonet and Black Horse

  1 McClure Way, Seaside, CA 93955, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests

  Bayonet Black Horse is a historic golf and event venue set on the former grounds of Fort Ord in Seaside, California, with panoramic views of Monterey Bay and fairways lined by mature oak and cypress trees. The property traces its roots to 1954, when General Robert B. McClure established the Bayonet Course on what had been Army training grounds, followed by the Black Horse Course in 1964 — both named after distinguished military units. The clubhouse and grounds accommodate a range of private events, including weddings, reunions, showers, proms, business meetings, and community celebrations. The setting combines coastal California scenery with the storied character of a course that has hosted PGA Tour legends and heads of state alike. A dedicated food and beverage team leads event coordination, offering catering options from casual BBQ and diverse buffets to plated sit-down dinners and brunch service. Bayonet Black Horse is managed by Troon Golf and located at 1 McClure Way in Seaside, a short drive north of Monterey.

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  Burlingame Masonic Center

  145 Park Rd, Burlingame, CA 94010, USA

  • Spaces for 160-400 Guests
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 1 Historic Space

  The Burlingame Masonic Center is a historic event venue located in Burlingame, California. Built in 1927 as the home of Burlingame Lodge No. 400, the building has served the Peninsula community for nearly a century and continues to host weddings, anniversary and birthday celebrations, corporate meetings, and instructional events. The second floor of the building — accessible by both a formal staircase and an elevator — holds two event spaces suited to a range of gathering sizes. The Banquet Room accommodates up to 160 guests for seated dinners, featuring beautiful hardwood floors, large French door windows for natural light, and six dimmable chandeliers. A stage serves musicians or DJ setups, and an adjacent newly remodeled kitchen supports catering. The Lodge Room is a formal two-story space with a working theatrical stage, carpeted floors, a Baby Grand piano, and a balcony organ with full sound and lighting control boards.

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  The Maysonnave House

  291 1st St E, Sonoma, CA 95476, USA

  The Maysonnave House & Gardens, nestled in Sonoma's Historic District, is the perfect setting to create your own treasured memories. The property features a 1910 country-style cottage, carriage house, and historic garden. Its close proximity to inns, hotels, restaurants, tasting rooms, and shopping makes the location convenient for guests to enjoy all that Sonoma has to offer. A park, bike trail, and hiking is a stone's throw from the property. Your guests can soak up Wine Country life without ever getting into their cars. Rich in history, the house and its lush gardens are the perfect backdrop for celebrating your event in memorable fashion. It is a shining example of Folk Victorian architecture and one of Sonoma's most treasured historic properties. Whether you're planning an intimate elopement or a larger affair, the Maysonnave House is the ideal backdrop for tying the knot. The property can host gatherings of up to 100 guests for a ceremony, while those with smaller guest lists can opt to use the garden and house for both the ceremony and the reception. Several packages are available, including one that will allow you to host your entire wedding weekend, from the rehearsal dinner to the Sunday going-away brunch. Celebrate life's milestones in a unique and intimate Wine Country setting. Whether you're throwing a birthday party, a bridal shower, a retirement party, or an anniversary celebration, they have packages to suit any occasion. The Maysonnave House's central location in Northern California's Wine Country makes it the perfect spot for your next corporate function. We can host client celebrations, strategy and planning sessions, year-end celebrations, team-building outings, and product launches. Amenities include catering space, free wifi, an expansive lawn, and nearby free parking. The house is nestled between the historic plaza and hiking trails, allowing your company to take advantage of everything Sonoma has to offer. Start your outing with a hike up the Overlook Trail and end it with dinner at one of Sonoma's finest restaurants at walking distance.

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  Hannah Nicole Vineyards and Winery

  6700 Balfour Rd, Brentwood, CA 94513, USA

  • Spaces for 100-200 Guests
  • 1 Winery

  Hannah Nicole is a place where farming and winemaking are intertwined. In our opinion, quality wine begins with high-quality grapes grown in a well-managed vineyard. Our winemaking is focused on retaining that quality throughout the winemaking process while also producing wines that are real and fascinating for both wine specialists and newbies to the world of wine. Sustainable farming practices are used on our 54-acre vineyard, with a significant emphasis placed on minimizing environmental effect and increasing biodiversity. KG Vineyard Management and John Derr Vineyard Consulting provide guidance on all aspects of vineyard management for us. We like to work by hand, and we prefer to work slowly and meticulously in order to avoid any significant mechanical influence on the vines. It is important to handle irrigation carefully, and many blocks are dry farmed in order to slow maturity and increase concentration. Our vineyard is planted with all red Bordeaux varietals, as well as Grenache and Mourvedre for some Rhone Spirit and some new world Petite Sirah. We also have a little amount of Cabernet Sauvignon. The white varietals grown on the land include our world-renowned Sauvignon Blanc as well as Viognier. Hannah Nicole Vineyards is the ideal location to host your next private or business event or gathering. In order to accommodate both large and small parties, we provide a wide choice of friendly and pleasant venues. Intimate family gatherings, business meetings, graduation celebrations, baby showers, team outings, bride showers, and high school reunions can all be held at Hannah Nicole Vineyards and Winery, which is available year-round and in a variety of settings.

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  Shelter Island Shoreline Park

  Shelter Island Dr, San Diego, CA 92106, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests

  Shelter Island Shoreline Park is a mile long, and features gorgeous bay views. The park is perfect for special outdoor events and celebrations, and provides scenic backdrops for wedding ceremonies. Shelter Island Shoreline Park spans the bayside length of Shelter Island. It features a public fishing pier, boat launching ramp and sweeping views of the Bay and San Diego skyline. The park can host events for up to 200 guests.

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  San Francisco Marriott Marquis

  780 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA

  • Spaces for 1 Guests

  The Marriott Marquis in San Francisco boasts over 133,000 square feet of space, assuring that any and all events held there will be a success. In the popular south of Market area, the San Francisco Marriott Marquis towers 39 stories above the city, welcoming any guest with a sense of elegance and contemporary technology. The San Francisco Marriott Marquis, with its 67 various event spaces, is guaranteed to be the ideal location for any forthcoming event. Our locations adapt to the needs of any San Francisco event, from boardrooms to banquet halls. The Yerba Buena Ballroom, our largest meeting venue, can accommodate up to 5,000 conference participants. In our San Francisco conference spaces, work with our professional planners to create your dream event. Trust our award-winning chefs to prepare food and beverages for your events that will have your guests raving about our delectable and memorable cuisine. Whether you require an elegant banquet, a sophisticated cocktail reception, or a simple coffee break, our talented culinary team can create meals tailored to your preferences, needs, and budget.

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  Joan Milke Flores Park

  3601 S Gaffey St, San Pedro, CA 90731, USA

  • Spaces for 200 Guests

  Joan Milke Flores Park is a coastal outdoor venue operated by the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks, situated along Paseo Del Mar in the San Pedro neighborhood of Los Angeles. Perched above the Pacific, the park offers sweeping ocean views extending toward Catalina Island, making it a distinctive setting for outdoor ceremonies, picnics, and community celebrations. The park features expansive open grass areas, shaded tree coverage, picnic tables, and paved pathways, along with hiking, jogging, and biking trails throughout the grounds. The entire park is fenced except at the parking entrance, providing a contained and accessible environment for events. Adjacent attractions include Angels Gate Cultural Arts Center, Fort MacArthur Museum, and the Korean Friendship Bell. Picnic permits and wedding or ceremony permits are available through the park office. The venue's events team can be reached by phone or email to discuss permit options and event logistics.

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  Cicada Restaurant

  617 S Olive St, Los Angeles, CA 90014, USA

  There is no more spectacular setting anywhere in the entire city! As if you were in the midst of a classic Hollywood musical from the Thirties, Cicada Restaurant and Lounge is a one-of-a-kind experience that will transport you back to the glamorous days of Hollywood's golden age of nightclubs. Cicada Restaurant and Lounge is located in the historic Cicada Building in downtown Los Angeles. Cicada Restaurant and Lounge, featuring the finest dance orchestras and entertainment, is unlike any other night on the town you've ever had the pleasure of experiencing. A romantic evening, a birthday party, or an anniversary dinner at Cicada Restaurant and Lounge in the famed Art Deco Oviatt building, downtown Los Angeles' historic Lalique palace, is the ideal setting for your elegant romantic evening, birthday party, or anniversary dinner. Cicada Restaurant and Lounge, which was originally built in 1928 as a top-of-the-line haberdashery, has retained many of the original features that French designers and artisans of the time created for it. The dining room, which is spacious and elegant, serves delectable cuisine and hosts dancing on the main floor. A fabulous Art Deco bar and lounge with its own dance floor can be found on the mezzanine level, with views of the stage. Make use of our services for everything from a Master of Ceremonies to live entertainment, dance bands, a vintage elevator operator, a doorman, cigarette girls, and coatcheck girls to name a few. All in the splendor of the historic 1928 Art Deco Jewel in the heart of downtown Los Angeles The Cicada Restaurant and Lounge is located on the second floor of the Cicada Hotel.

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  Black Stallion Estate Winery

  4089 Silverado Trail, Napa, CA 94558, USA

  Twelve years after arriving in America, in 1924, Gaspare Indelicato planted a vineyard in Manteca, California. With it, he planted the foundation of his eventual success in the California wine trade. Since that first vineyard flourished, Gaspare’s children, grandchildren, and great-grandchildren have honored his legacy through dedication to his steadfast values of family, hard work and integrity. More than a century ago, Gaspare and Caterina Indelicato immigrated from Sicily to the United States. With little to draw on but a long family history of grapegrowing and an entreprenuer’s gift for seizing opportunity, Gaspare entered the wine trade by planting a single vineyard in Manteca, California, where the climate reminded the couple of their homeland. Occupying a privileged position at the southern foot of the trail, the winery grounds eventually became the site of the Silverado Western Center, a major equestrian center that opened in September 1963. The original riding area now houses prized wines, instead of prize-winning horses. However Black Stallion Estate Winery carries its heritage forward. The estate’s legacy honors the world-class terroir of Napa Valley, the pioneering spirit of the Silverado Trail, and the Indelicato family’s warm hospitality and generations of wine expertise. To make great wine, a winemaker must have a deep familiarity with each lot of freshly pressed juice. At Black Stallion, the search for greatness means boots in the vineyard, checking on vine growth and grape development all year long. It means tasting grapes rather than looking at lab reports to determine the perfect moment to pick. It means harvesting and sorting fruit by hand. Black Stallion Winery’s small scale means that each lot of grapes that arrives at harvest is treated individually, and receives a unique upbringing to bring out its full potential for excellence. Once crushed at the winery, micro-lots are either fermented in small tanks made of wood, concrete or steel. These choices of aging vessel give winemaker Ralf Holdenried exceptional flexibility to match a batch of grapes with the material best suited to bring out its greatness—key in a region as diverse as Napa Valley. After fermentation, the wine is drained using gravity, not pumps, and aged in the finest oak barrels. The gentle handling of the wine prevents the extraction of harsh components that could impart bitterness. There’s no set recipe for a Black Stallion blend, just the finely honed palates of winemaker Ralf Holdenried and his team. It’s not uncommon for Holdenried to try dozens of trial blends before deciding on a final cuvée. The goal is always the same: To create a seamless, harmonious wine that captures the varietal’s best expression of that vintage in Napa Valley.

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  Shadow Lakes Golf club and Event Center

  401 W Country Club Dr, Brentwood, CA 94513, USA

  • Spaces for 150-500 Guests
  • 1 Event Space
  • 1 Country Club

  Shadow Lakes Golf Club is a public golf course and event center located at 401 West Country Club Drive in Brentwood, California, set against views of the 9th green and Mount Diablo. The facility reopened in October 2023 following a five-year closure, welcoming guests to a renovated 18-hole, par-70 championship course alongside a newly updated event center. The event center spans 5,000 square feet in a California craftsman style, featuring an open-concept floorplan with a full bar and indoor dining capacity for up to 150 guests. An outdoor event lawn and north side patio extend the venue's footprint for ceremonies, cocktail receptions, and larger gatherings, with the event lawn offering sweeping sunset views toward Mount Diablo. Shadow Lakes accommodates a range of occasions — weddings, receptions, banquets, fundraisers, golf tournaments, and corporate meetings — supported by an in-house catering team that provides chef-inspired menus for events of varying sizes.

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  Shorebreak Hotel

  500 Pacific Coast Hwy, Huntington Beach, CA 92648, USA

  • Spaces for 30-200 Guests
  • 6 Hotels
  • 1 Ballroom
  • 6 Total Spaces

  Kimpton Shorebreak Huntington Beach Resort is a surf-inspired boutique hotel situated steps from the sand and Main Street in Huntington Beach, California — the self-proclaimed Surf City, USA. The property sits directly along Pacific Coast Highway, placing guests within easy reach of the pier, local dining, and the iconic break that gives the hotel its name. The resort offers 10,000 square feet of flexible indoor and outdoor event space across more than ten distinct venues, accommodating gatherings from intimate 10-person meetings to receptions of up to 200. Indoor spaces include the Epic Ballroom and its divisible suites, the Bungalow meeting room, and the South Swell room, while outdoor options range from The Deck courtyard with fire pits to ocean-facing terraces at the Pierview and Bungalow Terraces. Events at Kimpton Shorebreak are supported by on-site customized catering, complimentary Wi-Fi, and comprehensive audio-visual services. The Pacific Hideaway restaurant and bar adds an on-site dining anchor for pre- and post-event gatherings.

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  California Market Center

  110 E 9th St, Los Angeles, CA 90079, USA

  • Spaces for 110-175 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Rooftop

  Los Angeles' Internationally-renowned hub for fashion and creative agencies and a staple of downtown's fashion district- is the California Market Center (CMC). With a range of events spaces to choose from, California Market Center is the trendy, creative event space for you. Whether you are in the fashion industry or just a creative soul, don't pass up a space that reflects you. California Market Center wants to take your vision and bring it to life - As highly creative people, just like you, they will work to make your event unforgettable. With unmatched amenities to kickstart you in the right direction, California Market Center will bring your event to life perfectly whether it be a pop-up, a fashion show, or a wedding.

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  Circle Bar B Guest Ranch

  1800 Refugio Rd, Goleta, CA 93117, USA

  • Spaces for 150 Guests
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 Historic Space
  • 1 Ranch

  Tucked into Refugio Canyon on California's Gaviota Coast, about 20 minutes north of Santa Barbara, Circle Bar B Guest Ranch is a third-generation family-owned property spanning 1,100 acres of rugged canyon land. Founded in 1939 by Florence Brown, the ranch has hosted guests for generations amid lush creeks, mountain ridgelines, and views stretching to the Pacific Ocean and Channel Islands. For weddings and private celebrations, the ranch is available on an exclusive-use basis, accommodating up to 150 guests. The property includes the main lodge, indoor dining room, full bar, outdoor deck areas, library, and billiards room — all reserved solely for the wedding party and their guests for the duration of the event. Overnight accommodations for up to 65 guests are available across 17 cabins, cottages, and ranch rooms, allowing for a true destination-wedding weekend experience. In-house catering provides fresh California-inspired ranch cuisine for rehearsal dinners and wedding dinners, with customizable menus to accommodate dietary needs. Guided horseback rides through canyons and creeks, a pool and hot tub, hiking trails, and proximity to Santa Barbara's wine country and beaches round out the guest experience.

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  The Outdoor Art Club

  1 W Blithedale Ave, Mill Valley, CA 94941, USA

  • Spaces for 140-150 Guests
  • 1 Landmark
  • 1 Outdoor
  • 1 space at this venue

  The Outdoor Art Club, which is located in downtown Mill Valley, is a private, non-profit women's organization that was established in 1902. Its 35 founding members, who were inspired by the "City Beautiful" urban design movement of the 1890s, set out to promote the civic value of public parks and natural outdoor spaces in Mill Valley. Today, our members continue to advocate for conservation and open space preservation, as well as supporting the cultural arts and other civic endeavors that contribute to the vitality of the Mill Valley neighborhood. Participation in the club is only possible through sponsorship by an existing member. The clubhouse of the Outdoor Art Club, designed in 1904 by renowned architect Bernard Maybeck, is a National Historic Landmark and has been designated as such. It is available for public use on a rental basis. Private events can be held at the Outdoor Art Club, which can be rented out. The rental rates for Saturdays in 2022 are $6,000, and the rates for Fridays and Sundays are $5,000. The rental rates for Saturdays in 2023 are $6,500, and the rates for Fridays and Sundays are $5,500. Prices are subject to change without notice. Before renting a room, you must take a tour of the club with a docent. Tours are only available on Saturdays between 9:30 a.m. and 11:00 a.m., and they must be scheduled in advance. Reservations for tours must be made online by 3:00 p.m. on the Thursday before the tour. You can take a virtual tour of our beautiful club by scrolling down. Please review the Rental FAQs and then contact our Rental Manager at (415) 383-2582 or rentals@outdoorartclub.org for available dates and to sign up for a tour on-line. For more information, please visit our website. Check the rental calendar to see if there are any dates available for your event that are not already booked. Alternatively, you can contact our Rental Manager at rentals@outdoorartclub.org or our Building Manager at buildingmanager@outdoorartclub.org if you have any additional questions.

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  Airola Road Vineyards

  Vallecito, CA, USA

  George and Birgit Klause visited Napa Valley to celebrate their 25th wedding anniversary and fell in love with the wine lifestyle. They then started looking for a top-notch vineyard. What they ultimately discovered was a little bit of heaven—a stunning 61-acre estate situated in one of the best wine AVAs in the world. The estate, which is perched on a sunny slope above New Melones Reservoir and features lovely vineyards that catch the rising sun, is so stunning that it is highlighted in advertising for the Calaveras County Wine Growers Association. "In 2001, a range of various varietals, including Barbera, Grenache, Chardonnay, Sagrantino (a very uncommon Italian grape), Syrah, Cabernet Sauvignon, and Grenache, were planted in our 11-acre award-winning vineyard in the Sierra Foothills. This property's unique location on top of a hill close to a large body of water, with morning fog, summer winds, and mild winters, is similar to the ideal Mediterranean climate and makes it suitable for the growing of grapes. At the San Francisco Chronicle Wine Tasting Competition and numerous other Competitions, our wines have taken home Double Gold and Best in Class awards ". The expansive plan that the Klause had for their lovely property has been realized as of 2022. They gladly offer their lovely estate as a private getaway and gorgeous wedding venue in addition to farming award-winning grapes on it.

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  Forage Kitchen

  478 25th St, Oakland, CA 94612, USA

  • Spaces for 175 Guests
  • 1 Restaurant

  Hello, and thank you for visiting our website! We are an Oakland-based incubator kitchen with a mission to help local food producers. We rent our large Ivy and tree-lined venue to support that purpose by hosting a variety of outstanding events. Our entire location is 6000 square feet and contains a cafe, full commercial kitchen, conference room for additional preparation space, and a big outside patio with gentle hanging lights, ideal for larger seated meals and parties. This rental is for the entire downstairs space, as well as our upstairs office, which can be used as a staging/dressing room. Seated - 175 guests, Standing - 400 guests. Weddings, dancing, birthday and graduation parties, offsite company meetings, picture shoots, live music (always welcome until 10pm), and local beer and wine are just a few of the events we have held. Spaces included: Huge outdoor courtyard with warm bistro lighting (seats up to 175) Cafe with custom hardwood bar Huge light filled commercial kitchen. It is ideal for caterers, but it is also lovely enough to be included in the event for attendees. We are a 10-minute walk from the BART station, and we are in a secure and welcoming neighborhood with several local makers and small businesses. Please contact us if you have any additional questions; we are looking forward to seeing what you come up with in our area! Details: -Street parking available, as well as several paid garages within 2 blocks -Additional meeting/dressing room space is available as an add-on below -Close proximity to great after-party bars for all you party animals -Live music welcome until 10pm -Several different indoor and outdoor spaces included to create a more interesting/dynamic event

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  Trick Dog

  3010 20th St, San Francisco, CA 94110, USA

  • Spaces for 35-75 Guests
  • 3 Event Spaces

  A trendy hangout in a converted warehouse with an array of popular craft cocktails & eclectic small plates.

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