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Elli Banquet

4.6 (69 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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Connie D.

Celebrated my daughter's sweet 16 with 130 ppl and everything went really well . Kate was our host and 2 weeks prior to the event she communicated with me and would answer all my questions . I was told the Italian food was delicious . I was to busy hanging out with family and didn't eat that day ,but left overs were delicious. The only thing is that they didn't have the dessert that came with dinner and I had a menu made for the event and people asked me where was the dessert They served a different dessert and left it on the dessert table . I was a little disappointed, but overall I would book again with Elli banquet The gentleman working the valet on 11/2 /24 was so kind .

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We celebrated my mom's 80th bday @ Elli on Fri 6/27/2025. Princess and Kate were our hosts and they provided EXCELLENT service throughout the evening. The planning was easy as Princess reached out to me about 10 days before the event to iron out all the details. The food was awesome (we had the Italian menu) and the beverages, coffee and hot tea were constantly replenished throughout the evening. I highly recommend Elli Banquet and I will definitely book my next event with them again.

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Alex K.

Had my event at Elli banquet for my graduation party on June 30th. Servers are super sweet and accommodating, the staff were kind, and the place was modern and beautiful. Overall, I had great time! My guests thought the space was beautiful and the food was good too! Go with their Italian menu (they literally have an Italian restaurant so you know it's going to be good) They have an updated bar area as well so surprised! When I toured I didn't see the new bar super stoked they added that. The owner, Armen, is nice guy easy to talk to and friendly. You can tell he's a busy guy but always took time to help us out. I didn't think we'd be able to set up 12 tables, a gift table, a dessert table and a backdrop in an hour and a half, but with the server's/ staff's help we did. Oh did I mention clean up is included in the price! Consider their event space. I will in the future again!

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M A.

Quality for your BUCK! Amazing Staff! We had my son retirement next door now its my hubby's surprise 50th birthday. Easy to book ample parking is Kate is really fantastic to work with!

Irene T.

My husband and I hosted our baby shower here for ~60 guests and it was a great turnout! Bibi and Anna were very attentive in reaching out and coordinating with me approximately 2 weeks before the event to make sure everything was set up and prepped appropriately on the day of. And they were! Anna's service was amazing during the event and I was amazed how she was able to tend to so many things (including cutting the serving the cake) all by herself. Also the food was amazing as well! We had the Italian menu and our guests loved it! There were more than enough food for our party and our guests even took home the leftovers because they were so good! We had a great time and will most likely return to host other future events here.

Omar E.

We had my daughters quinceañera at Elli Banquet. We had a total of 120 people plus a live band, DJ, Photo Booth, bartender and buffet table and still felt comfortable with the space. The owner, Armen, is a good dude; he's a bit stoic but overall a nice guy. The venue was very nice and clean. The food was delicious. Everything was in good working order. The servers that day were very nice and accommodating although they could be a bit more proactive. My only gripe is that I didn't fully know EVERYTHING that the hall offered and therefore I spent extra money on things that I didn't have to. Example: the hall has a full bartender setup. Overall it's a great place for an event. Our family and friends enjoyed the celebration and we will cherish the memories.

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My wedding went great and everyone enjoyed the food served! Can't wait til the next event!

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Had beef / chicken and half each... all were excellent!!! Bread is amazing and they are big... and good the next day

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Everything is very tasty, very nice person, good service, beautiful place and clean,chilaquiles red or green are amazing love it.

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Any parking space?

Yes, diagonally across the street.

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Review Highlights - Elli Banquet

I met and toured with Armen initially, but ended up communicating with Kate to confirm, but response was slow.

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The Lodge at Sierra Madre - Place of event

The Lodge at Sierra Madre

(57 reviews)

I hosted my father's celebration of life at the Lodge. It was my first time renting a venue and…read moreoverall was great experience. From the initial contact with Stefanie, to the coordination beforehand, and finally the day of the event. All went smoothly and Stefanie was very informative and accommodating. Great price as well. We had almost 80 people show up and this was a great space for it. The building is so beautiful and although old, was in great shape. The chairs and tables were in good shape and the kitchen was nicely renovated. The projector and sound system was easy to figure out as well since everything was well-labeled. The parking lot is tight, but not an issue as there is ample parking in front and near the venue. I would highly recommend this to anyone looking for a venue that can fit 100 people max (its capacity)!

I booked this venue for my baby shower, and overall, it was a great experience. The price was…read morereasonable and the rental comes with tables and chairs. You are responsible for your own table cloths, or you can rent it from them for an additional price. There's a kitchen that you can use, the bathrooms are clean, and there's plenty of parking inside. The venue can host 100 people, but it will be very tight with that many people. We had about 80 people (including kids) at the event, and though it felt tight, at least the kids were able to hang outside to enjoy the bouncer. I rented the afternoon time frame, so we were given the venue from 2:30-9PM. The only thing that I found weird was that there was absolutely no attendant available at the end of the night. Overall, a decent place to rent a venue if you wanna DIY things yourself.

Ambassador Mansions and Gardens

Ambassador Mansions and Gardens

(41 reviews)

Ambassador Mansions & Gardens is a very quiet, peaceful, and truly beautiful place. It's hidden…read morebetween buildings, and if you don't know it's there, you might easily miss it -- which makes it feel like a secret garden in the middle of the city. The territory is incredibly well maintained, with huge mature trees, beautiful flowers, fountains, mini waterfalls, and small ponds where you can see fish and turtles. There is also a lovely grassy area in the center where you can sit, relax, or have a small picnic. Geese walk freely around the gardens, and colorful parrots fly overhead, adding even more charm to the atmosphere. In April, the garden looks especially stunning -- the pergola and trees are in full bloom (I wish I remembered the names of those gorgeous flowers!), and the whole place feels alive and magical. Honestly, this garden is beautiful in any season of the year. You can come here with dogs, which is a big plus, but it's important to respect the property rules: pets must be on a leash, owners are responsible for cleanup, professional photography requires a permit, and activities like skateboarding, drinking alcohol, or organized sports events are not allowed. These rules help preserve the calm and cleanliness of the space. There is also a secondary school located on the property, which adds to the unique character of the place. Parking-wise, we were able to find free street parking nearby without any issues. This is a perfect spot to slow down, enjoy nature, and escape the city noise for a while. Highly recommended for a peaceful walk or a quiet moment surrounded by beauty.

Great place to relax and sit for a bit. This was one place I've heard about through a friend and…read morewanted to take my pal Jack to go for a walk and check out this scenery. Very peaceful and quiet. Dog friendly of course. There was multiple benches to sit on and enjoy the flowing water and koi fish ponds. The building structures were beautiful and well kept. I would recommend this place if you want to take a break and sit and enjoy the area. People were friendly and welcoming. Parking is a bit limited as we had to park across the street. This area is located behind apartments and a bit hidden from the public. Once you walk around you'll find your way. Overall great place to visit.

The Good Time Venue - Detailed table setting with my babies name

The Good Time Venue

(30 reviews)

Great venue! Celebrated my husband's 50th birthday party there. Herick was very professional and…read moreflexible and always returned my calls and met with me when needed. Mercedes, the event coordinator, was so professional and helpful the day of the event. She was nice and accommodating and made sure everything went smoothly.

There are so many wonderful things I can say about this venue. Let's start with the amazing service…read moreand professionalism that Natalia provided from start to finish! When I called and/or texted Natalia, she responded right away. She and the entire team were just hands on and extremely helpful. The facility was so clean , the 5 restrooms, bar area and full kitchen were ready to use. Renting the tables, chairs and linens directly from them was stress free and so convenient. We held my Mothers repass here and it was the perfect space to gather with my family and friends. Once the reception was over and all my guest had left the venue we did clean up. However, Natalia told us that wasn't necessary to do because their staff would come in to put everything back in order for their next event. And, let me tell you she did just that. I had a few items that I had to retrieve the following morning and upon my arrival the staff was already there and they had it literally refreshed and SPOTLESS!!! I would highly suggest and recommend everyone to host any of their special events here. Allow them do what they do best, which is ensuring you and your guests have a GOOD TIME !!! Thank you again Natalia and Team at THE GOOD TIME VENUE!!!

Storrier Stearns Japanese Gardens

Storrier Stearns Japanese Gardens

(97 reviews)

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Background On Visit: Last Sunday (4/12/26), the venue hosted the Pasadena Festival Of Tea. We were…read moreone of the participants for this event. Hours Of Operation: They welcome visitors to the garden on many Friday and Saturday evenings and during the day on Sundays. You can check out their schedule of events and admission cost on their website: https://japanesegardenpasadena.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/japanesegardenpasadena/event.jsp?;=&event=1612& Admission Cost: Mostly, $15 on Friday and Saturday. Sunday, it's $12. For other events, they post the cost on their website. Location/Parking: Located across from the Arlington Gardens (Free). It's kinda hidden, but just use the gps on your phone to guide you. Parking can be found along Arlington. For special events, they encourage you to park at Westridge School (Orange Grove and W. State St.) and walk up to Storrier Stearns. Ambiance/Decor: The Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden is a beautiful and charming retreat with a quiet and tranquil elegance. The place is small which contains many of the much admired design features found in the most lavish of Japanese-style gardens of its era. As Kendall Brown states in his book, California Japanese-style Gardens, "this is the genius of Kinzuchi Fujii: this was once a flat area of two tennis courts; now it is a masterwork. 1) Classic Niko-an Teahouse, the garden landscape offers a variety of other beautiful details. 2) Numerous gathering points, seating areas & vistas 3) Four original bridges plus the original cedar log Japanese Waiting Bench 4) Two large interconnected, irregularly shaped koi ponds 5) The sounds of two waterfalls, one cascading down a 25-foot hill 6) An artful dry riverbed for rain overflow winding through the garden 7) Cooling shade everywhere from spreading sycamores & old oaks 8) Many tons of boulders & stones 9) Granite statuary & stone lanterns Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden For Thought: Wouldn't mind coming back to re-center myself. I did a have nice time.

This is the most difficult Botanical Garden to get in touch with…read more The hours they have posted on their website are wrong, no one picks up the phone after calling several times and leaving several messages. I went in person last weekend, and it was closed despite their online hours posted. The lack of clarity even upon walking up to the venue is not clear. They have no signs stating they are closed and it's clear they do not care to return voicemails. Please do not waste your time going there.

Whimsy Pasadena - The kids had a blast!

Whimsy Pasadena

(35 reviews)

Whimsy Pasadena has been around since 2019. This charming, beautiful, wonderful place welcomes…read moreeveryone with kind hospitality, love and genuine smiles. Whimsy is an open & bright space with plenty of parking, shops & restaurants nearby. You can host any and every event from birthday parties, to small/medium size weddings, bar/bat mitzvahs, engagements, baptisms, holiday parties, seminars, workshops, and more.. It is somewhat small to medium venue that holds about 60 to 90 people. You certainly don't feel cramped up. Too be honest with you, I hadn't heard of this place until 3 years ago when one of my friends asked me to host her son's Bar Mitzvah celebration. I was more than honored to have the privilege to do that. With that being said, yesterday I was invited to celebrate one of my former coworker's daughter's 15th birthday party. It was a fun and great party. They have many different amenities from tables/chairs, kitchenette with mini fridge, microwaves, credenza & wooden backdrop. Just to name a few. You can bring your own food/beverages and also they will help you clean up. Prices vary depending on the occasion/event. They range between $150-$300 an hour. Weekends can be just a little more expensive. They brought a taco truck and were able to cater and set up in the outdoor space. Everyone had a blast both times that I was there. If you need a good venue to do any of the following, no need to look elsewhere. Whimsy has you covered from A to Z!! Thank you all..

I toured this venue and was very impressed with the customer service and layout. The location is…read moregreat and the amenities are a plus. They have a kitchenette with a fridge and microwave which is helpful if you have food for your event. The space is 2000 sq ft and can hold up to 100 guests. If needed they offer the following with your reservation: (4) 90x40" Farm Tables (4) 60" Round Tables (4) 30" Cocktail Tables (3) 72x30" Plastic Folding Tables (1) Wooden Credenza (1) 7' White Bar (1) 6x6 Wooden Backdrop (2) Children's Picnic Tables (1) Giant Jenga (1) Giant Connect 4 Pricing ranges from $150-$300/hr depending on the day you reserve. Weekends are more expensive.

Elli Banquet - venues - Updated May 2026

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