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Top Party Restaurants in San Diego, CA
San Diego’s party restaurants are built for good times. Think long tables loaded with food, dedicated event menus, private dining rooms, taco trays, tequila flights, and outdoors for you to soak in the California sunshine. Some eateries let you hire out the entire restaurant, while others reserve secluded sections just for your crew. Outdoor party restaurants? Absolutely! Make the most of your event with patios and lush gardens that keep the party going long after sunset. Whether you’re planning a sit-down dinner or a rowdy birthday bash, this city has the right table waiting for you. The best spots get snapped up fast, so scroll through and book yours today
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![Entire Venue at Garibaldi Speakeasy in Downtown San Diego, CA]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
94 guestsGaribaldi SpeakeasyDowntown San Diego, CAHost your party at Garibaldi! Southern Italian and Sardinian-style pasta and cuisine is our thing, with a creative cocktail list to pair with the menu and a healthy selection of amaros. -
![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. -
![Entire Venue at il Sogno Italiano in Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CA]()
from $1500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
137 guestsil Sogno ItalianoGaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CAIl Sogno Italiano has been serving San Diego with the most authentic, delicious, and richly-layered Italian cuisine. The restaurant's menu ranges from freshly-made pasta, pizzas, steaks, and seafood cooked in fragrant olive -
![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, -
![Entire Venue at Pernicano's Ristorante in Mira Mesa, San Diego, CA]()
from $31
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
35 guestsPernicano's RistoranteMira Mesa, San Diego, CAOur Italian restaurant is available for private events: business lunches, dinners, pizza parties, cocktail receptions, and more. We would love to discuss how to be a part of your next event. -
![Indoor Area at Huapangos in Hillcrest, San Diego, CA]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityIndoor Area
37 guestsHuapangosHillcrest, San Diego, CAIf you're planning to throw a party with a Mexican vibe, Huapangos can offer its Indoor Area. Due to its culturally inspired decor, the whole space gives off a truly authentic, yet casual atmosphere. -
![Inside Area at Cherry Wine Modern Asian Cuisine in La Jolla, San Diego, CA]()
from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityInside Area
50 guestsCherry Wine Modern Asian CuisineLa Jolla, San Diego, CAWe are a modern Asian cuisine restaurant, beautifully prepared and decored, with a classically comfortable table at the heart of our chic space. Cherry Wine is romantic and classy, but also very inviting. -
![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 -
![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 -
![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 -
![Entire Venue at The Shop: Pizza and Cocktails in Rancho Bernardo, San Diego, CA]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
130 guestsThe Shop: Pizza and CocktailsRancho Bernardo, San Diego, CAAre you looking for the perfect venue to have a great time with your closest friends? Our restaurant has everything you need to make your event special – modern design, a great atmosphere, and of course, delicious food. -
![Entire Venue at Davanti Enoteca - Del Mar in Torrey Preserve, San Diego, CA]()
from $10000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
75 guestsDavanti Enoteca - Del MarTorrey Preserve, San Diego, CADavanti Enoteca in Del Mar is a lively wine bar and restaurant that puts a modern twist on rustic Italian cuisine. We pride ourselves on a tastefully crafted menu and a wine list that changes seasonally to bring the freshest
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FAQs about Top Party Restaurants in San Diego, CA
In San Diego, prices of party restaurants average $3000 minimum spend per event. 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 October 2025:
| From $1500 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $31 | to $75 | per person |
| From $300 | to $3233 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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The Collective Bar at The Collective in Pacific Beach - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue is perfect for an intimate party/ gathering.’ -
Entire Venue at New Motion Beverages & Embolden Beer Company in Miramar - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘This was such a lovely venue to host our birthday Celebration!’ -
Upstairs Bar at Fairweather Rooftop Bar in East Village - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The location was great, food and drinks excellent. The whole staff was friendly and professional.’
You'll find party restaurants in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in San Diego, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small party restaurants | up to 50 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium party restaurants | between 65 and 100 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large party restaurants | over 105 guests | prices average $6000 minimum spend per event |
You’ll find everything from cozy pubs with world-class beer like The Collective in Pacific Beach to restaurants with local farm-to-table food like Leave of Absence in Core-Columbia. Want something stylish and exclusive? il Sogno Italiano in the Gaslamp Quarter offers a stunning ambience with plenty of room to dine, drink, relax, and celebrate.
Yes, many restaurants on Tagvenue offer full buyouts. Garibaldi Speakeasy in Downtown San Diego lets you book out the entire venue, giving you total control over the space, perfect for birthdays, company dinners, or private receptions.
It’s best to book 4 to 6 weeks ahead, especially for weekend events or bookings in popular spots like the Gaslamp Quarter or Little Italy. Venues can fill up fast, so locking in your date early gives you the best shot at your top choice — and more flexibility on price and timings.
