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Top Afternoon Tea Venues in San Diego, CA
San Diego might be better known for fish tacos and flip-flops, but its afternoon tea scene is seriously underrated. We're talking ocean breeze meets Earl Grey, where garden patios in Balboa Park, vintage-style tearooms in Coronado, and restaurants in La Jolla turn tea time into an event. Some places keep it classic with scones and clotted cream, others give it a SoCal spin with matcha lattes and avo toast on the tier. Whether you're planning a birthday, a baby shower, a bridal shower or just a catch-up that calls for cake, San Diego's got the place for you. Browse our top afternoon tea venues and book the best place for your group today.
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![The House Next Door at Nolita Hall in Little Italy, San Diego, CA]()
from $539
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe House Next Door
22 guestsNolita HallLittle Italy, San Diego, CAThe Nolita Hall and Blackswan Hospitality family introduce our newest San Diego private event space in Little Italy - The House Next Door The House Next Door is located on the same street as Nolita House and Nolita Hall, -
![Rooftop Restaurant & Bar at Leave of Absence in Core-Columbia, San Diego, CA]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityRooftop Restaurant & Bar
150 guestsLeave of AbsenceCore-Columbia, San Diego, CALeave of Absence offers versatile event spaces in the heart of downtown San Diego's historic Gaslamp Quarter. With semi-private and full buyout options available, our venue can accommodate up to 100 seated guests or a total -
![Entire Venue at Operacaffe in Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CA]()
from $3233
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
85 guestsOperacaffeGaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CAThe Patio Plus is a hidden gem for those who are looking for a great Italian restaurant in San Diego. It's perfect for hosting an event, with its large space that can hold up to 85 people. -
![Nolita House at Nolita Hall in Little Italy, San Diego, CA]()
from $3771
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityNolita House
26 guestsNolita HallLittle Italy, San Diego, CAOur fully private event space, Nolita House accommodates up to 50 guests in a cocktail reception format with dining table seating for up to 26 and mixed lounge seating and belly-up bar tables to accommodate an additional -
![Semi-Private Event at Nolita Hall in Little Italy, San Diego, CA]()
from $2500
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilitySemi-Private Event
115 guestsNolita HallLittle Italy, San Diego, CAThe perfect solution for large events that don't require all 6000 square feet of restaurant space. This semi-private option provides your guests with just under half of the available interior seating, only excluding the bar -
![The Sanctuary at Good Life Resorts in Stockton, San Diego, CA]()
from $390
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Sanctuary
100 guestsGood Life ResortsStockton, San Diego, CALocated near Downtown San Diego, the Sanctuary is an indoor & outdoor event space located on our Good Life Vacation Rental Hotel Property. Note: There is a 5 hour minimum on this event space. -
![Beach Boardwalk at Good Life Resorts in Stockton, San Diego, CA]()
from $250
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBeach Boardwalk
100 guestsGood Life ResortsStockton, San Diego, CA3209 Market St, San Diego CA. Located 14 blocks east of Downtown San Diego, the Beach Boardwalk event space is outdoors and located within our Good Life Vacation Rental Resort. -
![Meeting&Event Space at Hotel Baja San Diego in San Ysidro, San Diego, CA]()
from $250
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityMeeting&Event Space
35 guestsHotel Baja San DiegoSan Ysidro, San Diego, CAThe Baja Hotel in San Diego is a unique venue - it's a hotel that offers room for meetings and private parties. The facility from the outside makes a special impression. -
![Upper East Bar Terrace at Margaritaville Hotel in East Village, San Diego, CA]()
from $2500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityUpper East Bar Terrace
290 guestsMargaritaville HotelEast Village, San Diego, CAOur beautiful terrace with a pool is adapted to various types of events, such as weddings, birthdays, corporate events, and other private events. -
![Harborside Ballroom at Wyndham San Diego Bayside in Downtown San Diego, CA]()
from $3400
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityHarborside Ballroom
200 guestsWyndham San Diego BaysideDowntown San Diego, CAFor added convenience and a touch of exclusivity, our Harborside Ballroom features a private foyer. This dedicated space includes its own restroom facilities, ensuring that your guests can enjoy the event in comfort and privacy. -
![Patio at Key and Cleaver in Fairmont Village, San Diego, CA]()
from $13
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPatio
20 guestsKey and CleaverFairmont Village, San Diego, CAAs far as design, the restaurant offers a casual, garden motif with an upstairs outdoor patio and event space, and a mural on the side of the building by local legends Ground Floor Murals, who are known for their many Padres -
![Upstairs at Key and Cleaver in Fairmont Village, San Diego, CA]()
from $13
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs
20 guestsKey and CleaverFairmont Village, San Diego, CALooking for a delicious and sustainable farm-to-table burger restaurant? Look no further than our hamburger establishment! Our Upstairs Area is a perfect space for various private events, such as birthday parties or family
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FAQs about Top Afternoon Tea Venues in San Diego, CA
In San Diego, prices of afternoon tea venues average $200 hire fee per hour. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in San Diego, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $120 | to $390 | hire fee per hour |
| From $1500 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $35 | to $75 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2025), the best options include:
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Mission Hills Event Space at San Diego Venue - Yoga One in Mission Hills - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘I rented the space for my "Around the World" themed dance birthday party.’ -
Grand Hall at BLVD Hall in Teralta West - rated 5/5
Venue said: The main hall is very spacious and allows us to host mid to large size events. (See our other studio space for smaller groups.) Our central San Diego location is an easy commute from all parts of town. -
Common Space at Hardihood Cowork - North Park, San Diego in North Park - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue is spacious and the host helped me remove a table to give us even more space for our get-together.’
