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Top Rehearsal Dinner Restaurants in Santa Monica, CA
Host a rehearsal dinner in Santa Monica that’s anything but ordinary at one of its incredible venues. Imagine sipping cocktails on a rooftop with views of the Santa Monica Pier, sharing a family-style meal at a beachfront restaurant with ocean breezes, or enjoying a formal dinner in an elegant banquet hall on Main Street. Many venues feature private dining spaces and customizable menus to make your evening just right. With incredible locations and unique atmospheres, Santa Monica has plenty of rehearsal dinner venues to make your celebration stand out. Find your venue with Tagvenue today!
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![The Front Room at Upper West in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Front Room
42 guestsUpper WestSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAUpper West is the perfect Santa Monica private party venue to host any of your corporate events, birthdays, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners and more. We offer three different options for private parties depending on the -
![Gallery Room at Lunetta in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $1800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGallery Room
32 guestsLunettaSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAThe Gallery Room at Lunetta is an elegant indoor space that accommodates up to 32 seated guests, offering a warm and modern atmosphere. The room features sleek wooden furniture and is beautifully lit to enhance its inviting -
![Penthouse Restaurant Buyout at Huntley Santa Monica Beach in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $23000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityPenthouse Restaurant Buyout
160 guestsHuntley Santa Monica BeachSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAThe Huntley Santa Monica Beach flaunts a variety of Santa Monica event venues that are perfect for big parties. The huge indoor and outdoor space of over 5,000 square feet will provide your event or wedding an unobstructed -
![Full Buyout at LouLou in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $27000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Buyout
215 guestsLouLouSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAChoose from one of our 3 open-air deck space options, our private dining room, or a full restaurant buyout to fit your specific event needs. A vast array of luxury amenities and Endless entertainment options. -
![Shoreside Dining Room at The Shore Hotel in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityShoreside Dining Room
50 guestsThe Shore HotelSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CABest for: Corporate receptions and client entertaining, small wedding receptions and rehearsal dinners, and multi-night group bookings. Location: Ocean Avenue oceanfront, sitting directly on the beachfront promenade and giving -
![Indoor Area at Z Garden Mediterranean Cuisine in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityIndoor Area
40 guestsZ Garden Mediterranean CuisineSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAHost Your Next Event at Z Garden – A Warm Mediterranean Escape in the Heart of Santa Monica Discover Z Garden Mediterranean Cuisine’s inviting indoor space, where rustic charm meets modern elegance. -
![Penthouse Skyline Area at Huntley Santa Monica Beach in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $5950
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityPenthouse Skyline Area
80 guestsHuntley Santa Monica BeachSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAEighteen floors above Santa Monica Beach, The Skyline is a semi-private area in our iconic Penthouse Restaurant. The Skyline turns out to be an ideal setting not only for marriage proposals but also for formal dinners, goodbye -
![East Deck at LouLou in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $4430
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEast Deck
40 guestsLouLouSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CALoulou Santa Monica is a French & Californian restaurant that combines food, music, entertainment, fashion, and Art into one destination. The restaurant is located close to the Santa Monica Beach. -
![Back Patio at Papille Gustative in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $20
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityBack Patio
30 guestsPapille GustativeSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAPapille Gustative (Taste Buds in Latin languages) is a "farm to table" concept cafe-restaurant offering breakfast, lunch, and dinner daily. Our specialty menu is based on organic, locally sourced produce, exquisitely prepared, -
![Main Dining Room at Upper West in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $6000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Dining Room
95 guestsUpper WestSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAWant a fun Santa Monica private party venue? The festive dining experience at Upper West is now available for private parties, celebrations, business meeting. -
![Main Room at Papille Gustative in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Room
26 guestsPapille GustativeSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAOur Main Dining area has a capacity of 26 people. The cozy interior, wooden walls, and smell of freshly brewed coffee give the perfect atmosphere for gatherings with friends, intimate birthday parties, and other celebrations. -
![Private Room at Papille Gustative in Santa Monica, Los Angeles, CA]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Room
24 guestsPapille GustativeSanta Monica, Los Angeles, CAOur Private Room at Papille Gustative is a perfect space if you are looking for an intimate area to celebrate an important occasion with your close ones.
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Booking costs of rehearsal dinner venues average $5000 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 Santa Monica, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $2500 | to $8000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $50 | per person |
| From $59 | to $100 | hire fee per hour |
You'll find rehearsal dinner venues 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 Santa Monica, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 45 guests | prices average $100 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 50 and 70 guests | prices average $4430 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 80 guests | prices average $8000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for rehearsal dinner venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $4430 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 70 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average $3323 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 75 guests |
| Terrace | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 70 guests |
| Event Space | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 50 guests |
Smaller rehearsal dinner venues usually fit up to 45 guests seated. Here are some great options in Santa Monica, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Patio at Papille Gustative, rated 5/5 - outdoor space for 30 guests
Venue said: The patio space can fit up to 30 people. In the evening we offer cozy lighting in the outdoor area. You can enjoy our delicious menu as well as coffee and drinks. -
Loaded Meeting Suite at Versatile Art Deco Suite, rated 5/5 - meeting room for 14 guests
Venue said: The suite features a central meeting room, sunny outdoor patio and award-winning interior design that inspires creativity and collaboration. -
Entire Venue at AJA Vineyards - event space for 40 guests
Venue said: The space can accommodate up to 40 guests and features a beautiful décor while showcasing award-winning California wines produced by AJA Vineyards Winery.
Cheap rehearsal dinner venues in Santa Monica start from $2000 minimum spend per event or $30 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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The Front Room at Upper West, from $2000 minimum spend per event (up to 42 guests seated)
Venue said: Want a fun Santa Monica private party venue? The festive dining experience at Upper West is now available for private parties, celebrations, business meeting. -
Indoor Area at Z Garden Mediterranean Cuisine, from $30 per person (up to 40 guests seated)
Venue said: Host Your Next Event at Z Garden – A Warm Mediterranean Escape in the Heart of Santa Monica Discover Z Garden Mediterranean Cuisine’s inviting indoor space, where rustic charm meets modern elegance. -
Main Room at Papille Gustative, from $30 per person (up to 26 guests seated)
Venue said: Our Main Dining area has a capacity of 26 people. The cozy interior, wooden walls, and smell of freshly brewed coffee give the perfect atmosphere for gatherings with friends, intimate birthday parties, and other celebrations.
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