I come from a large family, and we always struggle to find a place that can comfortably accommodate…read moreour holiday celebrations. The Martinez Event Center was absolutely perfect, and we plan to make it an annual tradition. Prabin, the owner, was wonderful to work with--easygoing, communicative, and flexible with both the space and the contracting process. The venue itself was clean, well-kept, and thoughtfully set up. They provided tables, chairs, a stage, dance floor, and a speaker system with microphones, which made planning effortless. The food was delicious and plentiful, and the staff consistently replenished both the buffet and beverages throughout the event. No fuss -- they clean up and take care of everything!! Overall, it was an exceptional experience, and we couldn't be happier with our choice.

I have lived in Martinez for approximately nine years. I had no idea this space existed. Downtown…read moreMartinez goes to sleep around 9 pm. There is ample parking in walking distance and it is very safe. The ONLY thing I would change is having the bar towards the back. We saw a random person walk in, but left fairly quick without causing any issues. But with an open bar so close to the door, they would not have known if this gentleman was a guest or a stranger. Nice bathrooms, room to change. Great set-up.

I've attended several community events at this attractive venue. The interior is spacious;…read more there's a stage and a good size kitchen. Shell is very generous to let the community use this spot for events. They even set up and take down the tables. The group putting on the latest fundraiser told me that Shell was really easy to work with. So this is why it is 5 stars. The plaque on the wall said the building was dedicated in 1930 something; however, it seems older and more historic to me. The clubhouse reminded me of a school building.

Although the Shell Clubhouse is privately owned, many local community groups occasionally use this…read morehandsome, spacious, and convenient building. Over the years, I have been here for industry meetings, the annual alumni Christmas lighting, local school events, and various parties. I have always had a nice time and among some really good people. Today I stopped by for an appearance by Kevin Harvick, the driver of the No. 29 Shell-Pennzoil Chevrolet. Kevin also visited the Boys and Girls Club of Martinez just before driving over (at the speed limit) to the Shell Clubhouse. This is all ahead of the Toyota/Save Mart 350 at the Infineon Raceway this weekend. I'm not a NASCAR type of guy and there were certainly a number of people in the room today that were wayyyy into competitive car racing. Much of the friendly insider banter went right over my head, except that question about carbon footprints. Yet, it was a lot of fun and Kevin turned out to be a pretty down-to-earth and friendly guy. My son would think that all this was pretty cool, especially if I actually took him to the track.

Just down at five sons I love the new beers however when you're told I just played your song rather…read morethan asking what you would like to hear next seems a little bit not for the patrons please correct

Love this place, good beer and rotating food truck options. Please update outdoor tables.read more

I booked this place in December, good for 120 people, but i think its better if its less so you can…read morehave a bigger dance floor. David the contact person is very accommodating and very

I just had my wedding shower at this hall. If you're looking for a modern hall, this one is not for…read moreyou. It is older, but charming! It is a great space at an affordable price. I would definitely do another even there. Dave is great to work with and the venue has plenty of room and parking.

When I picked Cinzia up from school today, she had an ear-to-ear grin. I thought she was just…read morehappy to see me. Then I noticed her Hello Kitty backpack was being dragged along side her and she was covered in shiny new buckles and straps. As was every other kid in her class. Every year, since 1996, second graders at Hidden Valley (and the other four elementary schools in Martinez) are blessed with the gift of a brand new backpack filled with school supplies, a program sponsored by Masonic Lodge #41.

They are not returning my numerous calls to them. I gave my phone number and stated what I want but…read more3 weeks had passed and no calls received.

Came here for my cousin's Baby Shower this place is beautiful on the inside and outside, it has a…read morelot of history. The inside was very spacious it had two bathrooms and a full kitchen along with a bar a stage and a dance floor, there was so much room which was a great thing cause we have a huge family. The baby shower turned out amazing delicious food and drinks and you know when alcohol is involved and we haven't seen each other in a while we turnt up lol. If you are planning a wedding or baby shower or a birthday and want it to be amazing book this place you will not be disappointed.

IMHO We came here…read morefor a private event, a family baby shower. This venue is huge! Before entering the building, a nice security guard greeted us and gave us options to get to the second floor, either elevator or stairs. We chose the wooden stairs! The whole venue has a cool, rustic feel with its wood and brick facades. My first impression was that they must've just freshly varnished the entire floor because that's what it smelled and looked like. Thankfully the smell didn't overtake the venue. The floor looked great! LOL The family did all the decorating and provided the food. There is a small kitchen to do prep work. In the back there is a long bar area and a small stage. Table and chair storage holders are big and cumbersome and can't be camouflaged during your event. Bathrooms were slightly dated but brightly lit. They should update their bathroom stall latches to something other than hook and eye closures. Overall, a nice spacious area for your event.

We had my brother's wedding there last weekend and it was amazing. Barbara was great to work with…read more It was a friendly initial meeting and tour of the venue, trying some amazing wine, being able to work with them over the past few months with any questions or concerns I had about the upcoming wedding as well as the day of the event. Her and her husband were very welcoming and kind. We didn't have to worry about setting up the tables and chairs. We just had to let them know where we wanted them and how many. They also worked with the catering company wonderfully. Plenty of room for them to set up and work. I would strongly suggest choosing this venue for any upcoming event. xoxo - Sheena

Our wedding reception at Bhachu Vineyards was such a great and smooth experience! From our very…read morefirst tour, we knew it was the venue for us. We had so many compliments from family and friends about how gorgeous it was. The view of the hills from their property was definitely a standout feature. Barbara was very warm and inviting, yet professional. She was always prompt when it came to answering our questions and flexible with our ideas and vision for our reception. We're so thankful to Barbara and her husband Dave for opening their lovely property to us!

Absolutely amazing, from the safe location behind the PH Police Department. Plenty of parking…read more Entrance walking in is slightly zig zag shaped but inside is great. Looks a little outdated but you can decorate your self and work with the caterers you hired for your event. Service was top notch they cleared our dishes . I asked for a spoon for my desert ice cream bite and received it right away. My cell phone network was sketchy but I asked for the WiFi password and the employee took a picture of it somewhere and shared it fast as he could. The service and my cousins engagement made the night one to remember. There is a separate room where children can play or people who want to talk far from the DJ dance floor noise. The art caricaturist was as well and the Photo Booth made the memories last for a lifetime . I hundred 100% recommend Pleasant Hill Community Center for any type of event. 5/5 first impression is solid perfection!

This is the place you want to have your next function at! My girl got married ladt weekend and…read moreeverything was a hit....a little crazy...but mostly fabulous. I wish I had taken more pics to highlight the facilities but let me tell you this one of the best community centers Ive been to. Ample parking, hugh kitchen with mulitple refridgerators, dining and dance floor areas, dressing rooms and restrooms. Best days to rent ..Fridays or Sundays.....check it out for yourself. Ciao for now....

This is one of the coolest car-related things I've ever done…read more The Cobra Experience (which is a non-profit) periodically has an event called "What's That Third Pedal For?" This event which happens bi-monthly provides an eclectic group of cars with a variety of transmissions to learn on. I had not driven a manual transmission car for at least 9 years (when I had parked a vintage Porsche 911 during a previous job - BOY that had a heavy clutch) and for $30.50 ($15.50 if you're between 15-20), this was an absolute no brainer! The cars provided today were a Nissan Pathfinder Northwest Edition, 2005 Chevrolet Corvette C6 Z51 package, 1965 Shelby Mustang GT350 289 HiPo, and a Superformance Shelby Cobra reproduction - not just any reproduction but the one that was used on-screen in Ford Vs. Ferrari(!!!). The course is designed to have participants get the chance to drive each car around a designated area surrounding the museum for 2 laps after receiving an initial ride-along lap with the instructor beforehand and parking in the designated 'pit' area to swap seats. This included multiple stop/starts to practice clutch release, upshifting and downshifting. All the cars appeared to be well-cared for and the instructors were super patient and helpful. My goal for this was to see if I could get through it without stalling. Not only did I manage this goal even with the GT350 and Cobra having no power brakes/power steering and super-heavy clutches, but all 4 instructors gave me high marks. What an absolute treat, and on top of that they gave each participant schwag bags filled to the brim and even a poster! WOW! I highly recommend this event alone as if you are looking to practice stick-shift. It's a fantastic way to do so in a safe, controlled environment as well as potentially drive special cars as a bonus for a very reasonable price. I'll definitely go back to the museum soon for a visit. Thank you to everyone the Cobra Experience, this was AWESOME!

Really amazing place, amazing cars, and truly amazing staff. Don't miss out on this place…read moreseriously. Don't listen to that guy Grigor with the bad review he sounds like a real loser. I will be back to the Cobra Experience forsure!

I can only think of nice things to say about this venue. It was perfect for my daughter's party and…read morewas just the right size. Matthew was incredibly helpful and kind throughout the entire process. Communication is so important when planning an event and he always responded promptly with clarity and understanding. The only thing I'd note is that if you're hosting a summer event, it can get pretty warm inside even with the AC running. We had a full house so I'm sure that played a big part. The AC just couldn't quite keep up! Overall, I would absolutely book this venue again for another event. You can't beat the location and I always felt that my guests and I were in a safe area. Highly recommend!

Great place for military retires,, all active duty are very welcome,, lots of on the moment…read morecelebrations and games and parking is close by. Nice to chill out and meet the best people in Benicia