MY FAVORITE SPOTS FOR HOSTING EVENTS ON THE WESTSIDE OF LOS ANGELES
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Baltaire, Brentwood
Chic steakhouse with multiple event spaces and options for a large-scale buyout.
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Belles Beach House, Venice
Tropical space with several areas for hosting and tiki vibes
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Calabra, Santa Monica
Mediterranean food served on an elevated rooftop with a garden terrace.
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Cobi's, Santa Monica
Southeast Asian cuisine with an intimate patio and eclectic interior.
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Élephante, Santa Monica
Beach views, djs, bowl drinks and several event spaces.
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Fia, Santa Monica
Multiple indoor and outdoor areas for groups of all sizes with an awesome spritz.
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Giorgio Baldi, Santa Monica
Beloved by celebrities and locals, GB offers some of the best authentic Italian food in Los Angeles. They have a great tented outdoor patio which works for mid-sized parties.
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Gjelina, Venice
Iconic spot on Abbot Kinney with a fantastic locally sourced menu. It boasts several event spaces including a private back patio with a wood pizza oven set amongst olive trees.
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Golden Bull, Santa Monica
Classic steakhouse with large outdoor patio and old school bar.
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Local Kitchen + Wine Bar, Santa Monica
A neighborhood favorite known in the community for supporting nearby farmers and producers, known for good pizza and wine with a great little event patio.
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Lunetta, Santa Monica
Craft beer, local wines and several spaces make this place a hit.
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Market, Venice
A modern Italian restaurant located in one of the oldest buildings in Venice. They offer a cocktail program with a focus on Italian liqueurs and a fresh and light menu.
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Michael's, Santa Monica
A popular favorite amongst locals, it boards an outdoor patio space, secret garden and upstairs private room with a eye-catching art collection.
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Milo & Olive, Santa Monica
From the people behind Rustic Canyon, this family-friendly Italian spot has a large back patio that fits the bill for groups of various sizes.
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Ospi, Venice
Classic Italian with a modern twist and chic spaces.
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Santa Monica Brew Works, Santa Monica
Brewery that is perfect for casual events of all sizes with indoor and outdoor spaces and food from Emmy Squared.
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Scopa Italian Roots, Venice
A bustling bar, private room and awesome cocktails.
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The Georgian, Santa Monica
This recently redone hotel offers both a sun-drenched terrace overlooking the ocean serving Mediterranean food and speakeasy space with live jazz.
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The Waterfront Venice
Ideal for people who are looking for a beach bar and love drinking games.
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Wally's, Santa Monica
For those who like a lively space with fine wines and decadent bites.