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 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.

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.

Everything about The Ranch is top tier. From service, to food, to the atmosphere. Went for my…read morehusband's birthday dinner and we felt so special the whole time. Will be back !

Came out tonight and booked the private room for a party of 14…read more Service was great and the food was great. Everyone made the experience great. Not our first rodeo. We love it here. Food drinks and great memories here thank you for the hospitality

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.

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.

Overall an outstanding experience in a lovely location. Know in advance basically all parking is…read moremetered but there is plenty of it. $10-$12 for an entire event per vehicle. The outdoor areas inside and outside the property are very well cared for. I would say borderline immaculate. Baseboards and doors etc could use a little touch up painting and some carpet stretching but overall very good shape. I'm being picky. Didn't really use their tables but they had new chairs which was nice. The bar was well serviced and everyone had plenty of drinks (open bar) and the wine that came with it was very drinkable. We tried all the wines in advance and better than expected. Josh Cab & Pinot and Coppola Sav Blanc and prosecco. All were good. Had a berry mojito as the signature cocktail and it was also excellent. The staff that came with the Casino were all great. We planned a year in advance. I would say getting ahold of anyone on the phone or getting called back was a miss. Use email and the responses were usually better but this part of the experience was below average. In the end it all worked out. The venue had a cool stage that allowed for a surprise live performance from the bride and groom which was unique to this venue. Zero regrets for the decision to use the Casino. Very unique and cool. Lots of places on property for great pics.

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

My friend had his wedding reception here and it was a beautiful venue. It was valet parking here…read morewhich was already cover beside tips. You can miss the place because you have to go through a narrow alleyway to get to the parking so just be aware of where the place is because I missed it and had to do a uturn. They had the dining setup outside which was very nice and then the banquet hall was the dance floor. The inside of the banquet hall is spacious and you can do a lot of different layout there. The guest list was around 200 people and the place was able to accommodate. They had security guard and the workers here was very nice. I would recommend using the bathroom in the banquet hall because the bathroom near the outside patio area is small. They had a in n out truck to end the night and that's my favorite so it was a win win.