The following is a directory of event venues in San Francisco and the Bay Area. Descriptions are provided by the venue.
Each venue is categorized as suitable for any of the following types of events:
- Corporate meeting — Host training, workshops, or an off-site meeting.
- Stand & mingle — When you want guests to move around and mingle. Focus on quiet venues that facilitate conversation. Venues include private rooms in a bar or restaurant as well as apartments or rooftops you can rent.
- Sit-down meal — Primarily restaurants. We seek out quieter venues that allow for conversation.
- Retreat — Host a multi-day off-site retreat, meeting, or workshop with overnight accommodations.
- Special experience — Unique events such as cruises, hot air balloons, cooking classes, walking tours, and other team building activities.
If you would like to suggest a venue in San Francisco, please submit a recommendation here.
Abrazo
Abrazo means “warm embrace” in Spanish, and represents Michael Pawlik and his teams vision of what a neighborhood restaurant should be. Our goal is to give you the most inviting experience while you enjoy our interpretation of Spanish-Californian Cuisine. We are a neighborhood restaurant nestled in the historic and beautiful Russian Hill neighborhood. Executive Chef/Owner, Michael Pawlik’s menu features Spanish-Californian cuisine, sourcing only the freshest and most traditional ingredients. Abrazo features a lofty 18ft ceiling, a cozy bar, and a private dining room that seats 18. The wine list features the best of Spain’s legendary wine regions alongside Napa Valley classics.
Abrazo Private Dining is available to reserve for private parties at our iconic location on San Francisco’s Russian Hill. The menu at Abrazo lends itself to family-style meals, while Abrazo’s wine team is able to guide you through the acclaimed and extensive wine list to find the perfect accompaniments. Abrazo Private Dining can accommodate parties up to 18, with the tables configurable in several variations to ensure that your event is a success. We are happy to work with you to accommodate your party. Several side areas can be used to set up gift or welcome table, as needed. Abrazo Private Dining is available for private business meetings, wedding events, cocktail receptions, birthdays, showers, wine dinners, and holiday parties. Private brunches and lunches are also available.
Address: 2000 Hyde St, San Francisco, CA 94109
Website: https://www.abrazosf.com/
Phone: +1 415 872 9239
Email: info@abrazosf.com
Type of events: Stand & mingle, sit-down meal
Recommended by: Umbrex has hosted an event here.
Alchemist Bar & Lounge
Nestled in its second floor location one block from Oracle Park and a short walk from Chase Center, Alchemist fills a necessary void as a true cocktail destination in a neighborhood that’s historically dominated by sports bars. The house cocktail menu utilizes a collection of fresh seasonal ingredients, tinctures, house made infusions and hand crafted syrups. Alchemist has multiple layers for all types of drinkers. The expansive lounge area is perfect for large groups, happy hour parties, and private events.
Alchemist offers a spacious victorian and steampunk inspired hideaway that is perfect for events up to 200 guests. Our versatile space is perfect for Standing Receptions, Corporate Parties, Holiday Parties, Special Occasions, Happy Hours, and Brand Activations. We are conveniently located in the SOMA/South Beach neighborhood. We are one block from Caltrain and Oracle Park. We are a 10 minute walk from Moscone Center and Chase Center. We are a stones throw away from the brand new Hyatt Place and Hotel VIA.. Our events team has 7 years of event planning experience and has produced over 230 events, and we can’t wait to help you design your perfect private event.
Address: 679 3rd St, San Francisco, CA 94107
Website: https://alchemistsf.com/
Phone: +1 415 746 9968
Email: alchemistbarsf@gmail.com
Type of events: Stand & mingle, sit-down meal
Recommended by: Umbrex has hosted several mixers here.
Birba Wine
Birba Wine Bar is located in Hayes Valley, San Francisco. We are a cozy, laid-back wine bar with intimate seating and delicious food and drinks. Our patio and parklets offer an oasis from the chaos of the city, where we provide a sanctuary to truly relax and enjoy the company of friends. Whatever the occasion, we have you covered. We have several large party options including communal table reservations for 7 or more & patio or full buyouts.
Address: 458 Grove St, San Francisco, CA 94102
Website: http://www.birbawine.com/
Email: birbaevents@gmail.com
Type of events: Sit-down meal, stand & mingle
Dutch Goose
The Dutch Goose was established in 1966 serving burgers, brews, and our famous deviled eggs. We are fortunate to be a melting pot of diverse clientele where everyone enjoys each other’s company. We are a family-friendly establishment with our pool table, arcade games, 9 televisions tuned into sports, and event rooms for team parties, corporate meetings, and more — capacity up to 64. No fees or minimums, presentation capabilities, buffet available.
Address: 3567 Alameda de las Pulgas, Menlo Park, CA 94025
Website: https://www.dutchgoose.net/
Phone: +1 650 854 3245
Email: info@dutchgoose.net
Type of events: Corporate meetings, stand & mingle, sit-down meal
Recommended by: Umbrex has hosted a mixer here.
Evvia Estiatorio
Evvia Estiatorio brings the warmth and charm of Greece to Silicon Valley. From the moment you enter our restaurant, the Hellenic tradition of hospitality surrounds you; staff is warm and accommodating, food is abundant, wine flows and the room is cozy and inviting. You are made to feel like an old friend rather than a guest in a restaurant. It is a concept that drives Greek hospitality; philoxenia, the art of making a stranger a friend. Evvia continues to welcome guests with its ideal combination of sophistication and old-world charm. A rustic fireplace warms the room while the large, polished wood Chef’s table, hand-made pottery and copper cookware create the feel of a Mediterranean country inn. The ambiance sets the stage for a most memorable dining experience.
The focal point of the Kouzina group dining room is the Chef’s Table. It is a beautiful 20 foot long hand-carved wooden table that can accommodate up to 20 people. This space is ideal for celebrations, special family events and casual business functions that do not require a completely private space.
Address: 420 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Website: https://evvia.net/
Phone: +1 650 326 0983
Email: maria@evvia.net
Type of events: Stand & mingle, sit-down meal
Recommended by: Umbrex has hosted a mixer here.
Reposado
Reposado is a fun eating house serving amazing, delicious Mexican food. We don’t think of ourselves as fine dining, even if our food is truly exceptionally fine. Choose Reposado to host your next event in the Bay Area, we have a range of options to suit your needs whether you are celebrating with friends and family or hosting a business event. Our mezzanine is available for private parties with seating up to 55 for dinner and 70 cocktail receptions. The Chef Table, high table overlooking the dining room is perfect for a small group, seats up to 18. Make the restaurant yours and host your event by reserving the entire restaurant for up to 250 guests.
Address: 236 Hamilton Ave, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Website: http://www.reposadorestaurant.com/
Phone: +1 650 833 3151
Type of events: Stand & mingle, sit-down meal
Recommended by: Umbrex has hosted a mixer here.
San Francisco Wine Society
Looking for a hidden gem to host your next event? San Francisco Wine Society is the ideal venue. Whether you’re a group of 90 looking to host a reception or a group of 12 looking for an interactive wine seminar, we have many options to choose from. We host full buyouts, board meetings, private lunches and Bocce events. Four event spaces offer capacity for 14-120. Minimum spend applies.
Address: 408 Merchant St, San Francisco, CA 94111
Website: https://www.sanfranciscowinesociety.com/
Phone: +1 415 674 3567
Email: events@sanfranciscowinesociety.com
Type of events: Stand & mingle, sit-down meal
Recommended by: Umbrex has hosted a mixer here.
Thaiphoon Restaurant
This Thai spot serves familiar dishes amid colorful decor including a Buddha fountain on the patio. Thaiphoon restaurant is family ownrf, founded in 2003. Voted the Best Thai food in 2021 by the readers of Palo Alto Weekly.
Address: 543 Emerson St, Palo Alto, CA 94301
Website: https://www.thaiphoontogo.com/
Phone: +1 650 323 7700
Type of events: Sit-down meal, stand & mingle
Recommended by: Umbrex has hosted an event here.
The Patio
The Patio is a garden oasis tucked away in San Francisco’s Marina district. Wine selections from around the world, craft cocktails, and culinary adventure.
Address: 3232 Scott St, San Francisco, CA 94123
Website: https://www.patiosf.com/
Phone: +1 415 580 7080
Email: events@patiosf.com
Type of events: Sit-down meal, stand & mingle
Recommended by: We have hosted a Veritux mixer here.
Other Resources for Finding Event Venues
In addition to the individual event venues listed here, there are also a number of companies and listing platforms that offer many venues across multiple locations. As an additional resource for sourcing the perfect venue for your event, we have created this directory of such websites.
