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.

We truly could not have asked for a better venue owner than Cate for our son's wedding. From the…read morevery beginning, she was warm, kind, and genuinely invested in making the day special. She went above and beyond in ways both big and small, and it made all the difference. Her space is absolutely beautiful. It has such an artsy, welcoming feel and was perfect for our 80 person reception. The lighting created a magical atmosphere, the sound system worked flawlessly, and the indoor outdoor flow gave guests room to mingle, relax, and celebrate comfortably. One of the most generous touches was allowing us to use her home for staging the bride and groom. That level of trust and hospitality meant so much to our family. Throughout the entire process, she was accommodating, helpful, and always available with a calm, reassuring presence. If you are looking for a venue with heart, creativity, and an owner who truly cares, this is it. We are so grateful for everything she did to make the celebration unforgettable.

Absolutely Perfect Wedding/Party Venue!…read more We recently had our wedding at The Fish Tank Capo, and we couldn't have been happier with our choice. This venue is such a hidden gem--unique, welcoming, and full of character. It immediately made us and our guests feel comfortable, safe, and completely at home. Cate, the owner, was an absolute dream to work with. From the start, she was accommodating, easygoing, and full of helpful ideas. She truly went above and beyond--she even opened up her own attached living area so we could freshen up before the ceremony. That level of thoughtfulness made the day even more special. The venue itself was everything we had hoped for--intimate, cozy, and full of charm. So many of our guests commented on how special the day felt and how perfect the space was for creating such a warm atmosphere. We highly recommend The Fish Tank Capo to anyone looking for a unique and affordable venue. You truly won't find a better combination of price, service, and heart anywhere else!

My family and I have been eating at The Ranch Restaurant for about 10 years now, so believe me when…read moreI say this place never disappoints. The service is always on point, and it's truly a great experience from the moment you step through those doors. My favorite starter is the Ceviche Trilogy. It's one of their most popular appetizers, and for good reason because it is absolutely delicious. You get three different ceviches, and every single one is so flavorful and fresh. It's always been one of my favorites and has never disappointed. This summer, I also ordered the seasonal oysters for the first time, and WOW. They were so fresh and delicious that they're definitely up there with my favorite starters now. The three sauces that came with them were all so good, especially paired with the fresh lime. Such a simple dish, but everything together was perfect. For my favorite entrée, it has to be the Cowboy Steak with the cheesy scalloped potatoes. This is technically a dish that can be shared between two people, but honestly, it's more than enough for two! I always get the steak medium rare, and they cook it perfectly every single time. It's juicy, tender, and beautifully pink in the middle. The scalloped potatoes are also SO good and pair perfectly with the steak. My favorite side has always been the cream of corn. If you're a fan of sweeter corn, you have to try it. It's creamy, sweet, and just really comforting. And now, we have a new favorite dessert: the sticky pudding with ice cream. I've tried every dessert on the menu, and after trying this one on my most recent visit, it is by far my favorite. The warm sticky pudding with the ice cream is just so good. Definitely don't skip dessert! The ambiance at The Ranch is also part of what makes the experience so special. It has that beautiful, moody, low-lit atmosphere that feels elegant and upscale without being overly stuffy. It's not super loud, but it's not so quiet that you feel uncomfortable either. It's just the perfect environment for a nice dinner and conversation. The Ranch really is a full experience from beginning to end. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or just want to have a really good dinner on a random weekend, I would absolutely recommend it. After 10 years of coming here, I can confidently say I'll never get tired of it. This will always be one of my favorite restaurants!

There are two entrances, one for the saloon and one for the restaurant. Enter the restaurant on the…read moreleft side. When you walk in it's dimly lit and feels like expensive western decor. We've been here years ago and thought it was ok. We decided to come back because my friend got me a gift card. Overall, the service, food, and drinks were excellent. We each ordered a cocktail. They were pretty well balanced so you didn't taste the alcohol much. We ordered two appetizers and dessert since we weren't that hungry. The beef carpaccio was delicious. It had white alba clamshell mushrooms, wild arugula, black truffle, and pecorino romano. They could have done a lighter hand on the salt. The ahi tuna was one of the specials and it sounded good with the avocado mousse and tangerine slices. It was fresh, zesty, and bright. The crème brûlée' was a nice finish for our meal. Glad we had our gift card since it cost a little over $100 including tax and tip. Would definitely come here again for special occasions.

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.

The venue was beautiful and the owners were incredibly attentive and kind! The grass is well kept…read moreand the grounds overall were very nice. ALSO the workers/owners went out of their way in certain aspects that made our event and group feel special :)

Loved it! Owners were both nice and really went above and beyond within hosting our club event…read more They allowed us to go over as we were cleaning up and even let us borrow their heaters free of charge because she noticed it was cold.

After touring over 10 venues across California, we landed on Casino San Clemente to host our…read morewedding reception with about 190 guests and couldn't be happier with the choice. The venue has an incredible beachy and laid-back California vibe -- the outdoor patio with lounge sets and fireplace, the impressive ballroom with its stunning ceiling, and the ocean views make it a truly charming space. Being so close to the beach also meant we were able to sneak away for sunset photos on the wedding day. The staff was easy to work with throughout the planning process, and everything ran smoothly on the day of, from the bartenders to the security personnel. Public (paid) parking is available in the lot across the street but is currently only $1.50/hr. Note that the ballroom can start to feel tight around 200 guests, especially when factoring in the dance floor and buffet space. Alcohol must be purchased through the venue, but this did make planning easier for us, and we found the bartenders' service exceptional. Unfortunately, there have been some recent venue policy changes since our event, such as having only one exclusive caterer, additional fees for cake-cutting, and restrictions on late-night food vendors. Overall, an absolutely amazing venue.

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.

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!!!

We had our wedding at the Encino Banquette and Garden and it was AMAZING! The food was delicious,…read morethe venue was so beautiful, and all the staff were so nice and helpful! We have gotten so many compliments on the wedding and people were talking about it weeks after! So much space for people to be inside dancing or outdoors! We had a photo booth and Churros and Funnel cake vendors and they all had so much space to set up. All the guests loved it! So we're so happy with our choice and definitely recommend