Amazing spot for any venue one is looking to host or simply a wedding venue. The place is fantastic…read morewith multiple rooms and a huge dining/hall area, enough to have 500 guests if you like. We were here for an amazing wedding. The venue did not disappoint and was nicely decorated elegantly! The venue has an amazing entrance if you like that grand look. Overall, this place is the bomb!

A truly wonderful place for events everything is top-notch, with beautiful decorations, spacious…read morehalls, and excellent sound.

I could write a book about how wonderful this venue is! A truly hidden gem in the historic art…read moredistrict in Dana Point. What makes it even more amazing are Cynthia and her husband Doug! Cynthia helped me coordinate and plan our event for my son's Baptism reception and she brought the ideas in my head to life!! I've been disappointed with coordinators before. Cynthia is amazing! She took all of my stresses away and eased my mind with her guidance, experience, and professionalism. And one of the most important things to mention is that she worked with the budget I had to create that wonderful evening for us. She and Doug truly treat you like family. And they treated all of our family during the event - like family! Making sure everything was set up perfectly. And that everyone was enjoying themselves! I can't thank her enough and would absolutely recommend her catering services as well as this venue to everyone! Here are major points: Venue: Absolutely unique! They have projectors throughout the venue that can display moving backgrounds or photo montages throughout your event. So it can feel like you're in an underwater aquarium, or NY in the 50s, or in a peaceful forest! They can also display different backgrounds or photo montages in different areas of the venue. Music: they have speakers throughout the venue and also outside so you can give them a playlist or even sync your Bluetooth so you can have your own playlist going. I suggested to Doug the "vibe" I was going for - Nora Jones meets Michael Buble meets Indie Arie. He definitely delivered!! You can also hire a DJ or a live band, however that may decrease your space usage for the venue. So it just depends on how many guests you want to have. Dance floor: they can stage the dance floor almost anywhere in the venue! Again, depending on how many guests you have. Outdoor patio: cute stylish outdoor patio area with fire pit! Our guests loved lounging in this area. Flower arrangements: Cynthia showed me several examples and were exactly what I envisioned! Food and beverages: SO delicious! Cynthia has a website of her catering services and menu options to choose from, or you can let her know the type of food you're thinking of having and she can totally work with you! With her expertise, you can rest easy that she will deliver. We chose to have food served buffet style, but hors d'ouvres were butler In terms of beverages, we had water and tea station as well as a coffee and hot tea station. There is also the cutest little bar on the patio of the venue where Cynthia let us purchase our own alcohol to be served to our guests! And our bartender was awesome - professionally courteous yet super friendly and down to earth. The wait staff - professional and courteous! Very kind to all of our guests. Parking: There is a lot across the venue where guests can park and a few parking spaces right next to the venue. BONUS: We were able to drop off materials we needed to set up for the evening of the event a week prior! Depending on if the venue has events going on, Cynthia let me store most of our materials there a few days before the event which is such a time saver and stress reliever!! I was able to bring in the set up for our DIY photobooth, the frames that we were to display throughout the venue, and the beverages we purchased for the event as well as the cake! I highly recommend this venue and will definitely contact them again for future events!! Thanks so much again Cynthia and Doug for making our event so wonderfully special!!

We recently had the opportunity to DJ an event at The Fish Tank in Capistrano Beach (34233 Via…read moreSanta Rosa, Dana Point), and it immediately impressed us. Start with the owner. Cate is professional, responsive, and genuinely collaborative. Communication is clear. Load-in is organized. The space is clean and well maintained. When a venue runs this smoothly, it reduces friction for vendors and creates a better experience for clients and guests. That kind of operational competence doesn't happen by accident. The design is what makes this venue distinct. The short-throw projectors transform the walls into a fully immersive aquarium or fishbowl environment. It's not a novelty effect; it's a production tool. For weddings, the room can feel atmospheric and romantic. For corporate events, branded visuals wrap the space in a way that feels custom and high-end. Few venues at this size offer that level of visual flexibility. From an audio standpoint, the room performs extremely well. We run MagiCali, a Southern California mobile DJ company specializing in weddings and corporate events, and we evaluate every room through a production lens. We look at ceiling height, wall material, reflection patterns, power distribution, and how low-end energy travels across a dancefloor. We've worked in luxury ballrooms, outdoor coastal venues, private estates, and converted industrial spaces. The Fish Tank is one of the rare venues where you don't have to compensate for the room. Speeches are articulate and easy to understand. Dinner music sits comfortably without overwhelming conversation. When it's time to transition into dancing, the room holds energy evenly instead of creating hot spots or dead zones. That tells you the space was built and tuned with care. For clients, that technical quality translates into confidence. You don't have to worry about muddy sound during toasts or harsh reflections once the music turns up. The venue supports the event instead of fighting it. There are many event spaces in Orange County. Very few combine strong visual identity, flexible projection capability, solid acoustics, and hands-on ownership. The Fish Tank is an undiscovered gem, and for what Cate currently charges, it represents exceptional value. It would not be surprising to see this venue commanding significantly higher rates in the near future. If you're planning a wedding, private celebration, or corporate event in Dana Point or Capistrano Beach, this space deserves serious consideration. It's distinctive, technically sound, and professionally run -- exactly the kind of venue that allows a well-executed event to shine.

Never disappoints no matter what you order. My family and I have been customers for many years and…read moreI thought I would update my Yelp review only to shockingly learn I didn't have one?! SMH so here goes. Located in industrial area and within a business complex near Dland, plenty of parking including valet. Upon entry the vibe is modern man cave woodsy chalet with leather furniture and animal skin backs. Service is usually solid (some staff better than others) but the main show is the menu. They have unique offerings that is not easily available at other establishments such as the country fried quail appetizer. Trust me, this one is a MUST! We've converted non-believers into those that finish the last bite refusing to share this dish. Their steak offerings no matter what cut you get will almost always be cooked the way you requested and the flavors are definitely high end steakhouse. Prime rib is hands down better than Lawry's, no questions! For dessert, there is an off menu item which most gate keep but I'm going to share it: popcorn ice cream! Don't judge just try! Tip: please make sure to check their website for their strictly enforced dress code. CA casual can get one denied.

The food is great, service was weird. We were celebrating my birthday and as we got seated a…read moremanager came up to us and asked us to check my birthday gifts. We asked if I could open them first and he said yes and left us alone for a few minutes. I understand they don't want clutter around the tables but near the end of the meal they brought our to go food in bags that were three times the size of my gift bags and put those on the floor. Our waiter was very nice and helpful but service was so slow! And the service people did not know how to properly set a table. I know that is a first world problem but if you present yourself as a high end restaurant the water glasses should be placed on the right hand side and when you replace soiled silverware the knife goes on the right, the fork on the left. The prime rib is amazing. As are the sides we ordered. It was a nice evening except for the "check your birthday gifts" and water glasses placed out of reach. That just was a weird vibe.

Yoo!! this place has all the vibes,, VIEWS, JAMS, CROWD!!…read more like stepping into tinker-bells house party.. (would recommend)

I booked this for a private event for my paint and sip class and it was such a beautiful space…read more Everyone was in awe when they first walked in. It was so cool walking up the spiral stairs and then entering their event. It was such a fun time. Everyone enjoyed the space and the host was so hospitable! They even had lofi music ready for us and that was so helpful.

We started working with Simone/Aventura Ocean Club/Orange County Beach Weddings in…read moreSeptember/October 2018. I (the bride) was working in the area when I stopped by Aventura Ocean Club by myself at first to check the venue out. I loved it so much I had to bring my now husband back as soon as we got back from a mini vacation and on that day, we secured the location. Just imagine an amazing view of the harbor and sailboats while feeling relaxed in a room that is modern, intimate and designed well. This venue is NOT old school like some weddings that we have all been to, its updated and amazing. Besides the view, another huge selling point is the largest wrap around balcony I have seen at a wedding. Aventura Ocean Club sets up couches, chairs, and a firepit outside for the guests to enjoy while they are not inside. We had our wedding on 8/10/2019 and we have nothing but great things to say about the venue. We got married at Heritage Park in Dana Point (Simone coordinated all of this) and had our reception at Aventura Ocean Club. I am still getting compliments to this day about the venue, the view, the decorations, the food, the grand entrance that we did (think sail boat entrance) and even the florals, DJ and photographer we used (all who came recommended from Simone). We could not have asked for a better wedding and we are truly pleased. It is obvious Simone cares about her clients and truly believes in marriage and happiness, she was wonderful to work with. A few helpful hints about this venue: 1. It is intimate but fit 100 people on the inside with no issue. 2. Your guests will rave about the sail boat grand entrance if you choose this option. 3. If you use their wedding package/coordinating services (which you should in a heartbeat) your event will look even better than you imagined but with your style through and through. 4. Simone/Aventura Ocean Club/Orange County Beach Weddings and all her recommended vendors will give you the wedding of your dreams. 5. This was in our price range where a lot of other beach/beachy/coastal venues were significantly more money and you had to do everything yourselves.

I've been to the harbor a few times and never had the chance to visit this venue. I met Jeff who…read moreworks here who was amazing and welcoming. The drinks were good and let's talk about the view! Wow! There's a TON of parking so that's always good too. I would highly recommend this venue. Service, food, drinks and the view. Can't beat that!

I had the opportunity to head to Via Verde for a fundraiser golf tournament and initially was…read moreexcited to see what the place had to offer! It has to be nice, it's a country club! Well, the clubhouse was nice enough and seemed clean in the areas I saw, but to me, the crowned jewel of every country club should be its golf course. This is where I was extremely disappointed. I cannot imagine being a member at this country club and having a golf course in this condition. I have seen municipal courses that don't require a tee time or greens fees in better shape! There were bare spots all over the "fairways," there was grass growing over the "sand traps," the "tee boxes" were uneven with sporadic grass. I honestly could not believe it. I am hopeful this course can be saved, because it actually could be nice. But it needs some serious love and maybe a Board that actually cares about their product. I bet membership would increase! Cheers!

I am not sure if they have a way of getting people to join, but I do know that no one returns calls…read moreor emails. So maybe, they have enough members that they dont care about blowing people off! I tried dozens of times to call, leave emails, I went on their website and signed up for the "Take a Tour" option. Nothing. ever. Very disappointing that a place in San Dimas that could welcome new neighbors and residents doesn't have the ability to do so ...

This review is for their wedding venue, not the golf course itself…read more This was one of our final contenders and ultimately stood out for creating an intimate atmosphere without feeling dominated by the golf course. All of my communication was through Nicole, who was consistently responsive and quick to answer questions throughout the process. =PROS= *Ceremony and reception spaces felt completely separate from the golf course *Overnight parking included *String lighting at both the entrance and outdoor areas was included *Extensive menu customization with premium upgrades that were not commonly offered elsewhere, including caviar and oysters *Beautifully designed bar setup *Gorgeous fireside patio space *Flexible dessert options *Reasonably priced meals for vendors and children *Complimentary soft holds with 24 hours to make a decision =CONS= *Ceremony site felt somewhat bare aside from the well maintained lawn *Bridal and groom suites were on the smaller side, with bathrooms located separately *Chivari chairs required an additional setup fee *Cocktail hour catering was limited to in house options *Reception space felt somewhat cramped for a guest count of 150 =NOTES= *The parking lot was quite full during our consultation, though we were told it typically clears out later in the day *Only four restroom stalls for guests, though renovations are reportedly planned in the near future Overall, this remained one of our strongest contenders. Had we been bigger golf enthusiasts, this venue may very well have won us over. The package felt highly inclusive, and there were numerous thoughtful details that set it apart from other venues we toured. However, with our larger guest count, the indoor reception space felt a bit tight and ultimately gave us some hesitation. Even so, there was a lot to like here, particularly for couples seeking an intimate setting with a polished, all inclusive experience.

I've returned for another round because this course was such fun and in great shape…read more Let me say it's better this time, fairways healed after the rains, tee boxes in great shape and greens, while still tough, are impressive. Staff makes the day better, from clubhouse to starter to cart staff, always a great experience. Correction on prior review, golf carts DO have coolers with ice, so bring your water and soda. GPS on carts matches my Garmin, so take that as good news too. If you're lucky, you'll catch an afternoon where smashburgers are grilled to order on the patio, big win! Pace of play runs 4 1/2 hours, very nice.

Beautiful location in Upland for special events. However it is located in a busy intersection so…read morethe noise level outside is pretty loud from all the vehicles driving by. Keep that in mind if you are having an outdoor event - you will need a good speaker system if you want to be heard! I was here for a wellness event and during our Pilates session outdoors on the grass, I couldn't hear the instructor over the traffic noise. The interior of the building is cute for a reception or small meetings. There's a bridal suite near the restroom. Parking is VERY limited, overflow parking is at the church diagonal on the NW corner to La Villa Bella.

This is definitely Upland's hidden gem. It has a beautiful outdoor area. Inside it's also beautiful…read moreand has a nice decent size dance floor. The owners are so nice. They actually introduced themselves to me. other venues. The owners don't even acknowledge you. The staff all around was nice and helpful.

Such a nice space for events. Came here to watch Jazz in the Garden. The jazz band and performance…read moreby Mando Cordova was amazing. It was held at the courtyard under the stars. The evening was perfect: cool atmosphere and delicious food! The venue itself is interesting with photographs of long ago stars who performed here. The evening was a memorable night. There are two more performances in September and October.

Run don't walk from this location!!!!! you will be treated like shit from their Staff!!!…read more This is a picture of the employee that works at The Casino San Clemente. He was extremely RUDE AND NASTY to my husband and I. We were in the neighborhood looking at possibility of using the place for an upcoming wedding. And he basically said we were trespassing and asked us to leave in a VERY rude manner. He also threatened to call the police for supposedly "trespassing" even though we're locals that live in the neighborhood and just wanted to get a brief peak at the facility that they were decorating for a wedding. Even one of the vendors said please come take a look. What a stupid and horrible, horrible way of providing customer service to Potential clients. This person should be fired and reprimanded for his behavior. Nothing I would expect from a San Clemente Community center.

Terrible customer service. Me and my fiancé are looking at wedding venues. We found this one but…read moreour emails inquiring about the venue were never responded to. Our calls were ignored after 2-3 rings, they were cancelled and then we were nonchalantly texted HOURS later asking what we needed as if I called to place a delivery order.

We celebrated our Mothers 80th Birthday Party at this venue. After searching and speaking with…read moreseveral venues listed on yelp with higher ratings, I determined that this was the spot! Harriet and her staff were simply amazing and easy to work with. All my questions were answered in a timely manner. The venue was spotless. Food was excellent. Floor manager was respectful and willing to assist with any questions. Overall, I give it a 10 out of 10. The parking lot is secure and easy. The indoor/outdoor space is perfect! Highly recommend and pricing is reasonable. If you are looking for a venue in the Valley- I recommend Encino Banquet & Garden!!!