Our daughter had her wedding here, and it was stunning. So many guests complimented the venue. The…read morestaff was amazing, and the clean-up and set-up were so nice. Would highly recommend this venue for a wedding.

My husband and I had our wedding here! It was a gorgeous venue, helpful and kind staff, delicious…read morecatering, and everything went so smoothly! We will definitely be coming back for our wedding anniversary photos, or future vow renewals Thank you for such a wonderful and memorable day!

The photos don't do it justice - beautiful, woodsy, hugging a creek. We went right before sundown…read moreand it was gorgeous. The service was spectacular and the food was amazing. The tartare was one of the best I've ever had, along with the flakiest, butteriest (it's a word, don't look it up) sea bass I've ever had. Everything is delicious, it's beautiful, and the staff is great. this place is one of the best dining experiences I've had.. GO HERE.

This place is definitely a must go spot for anyone ! U wanna…read morerelax it works u wanna have fun it works Almost never disappoints The customer service is always on point and the food comes out great everytime!

Absolutely top rated gorgeous place to get married. The location is nestled in the hills above…read moreTopanga Canyon. If your looking for a place that's small enough to feel like your in a boutique atmosphere yet largest enough to accommodate 40 to 50 guests, this is your place The owner is absolutely generous and accommodating in every way. They offer on site hospitality to stay for the weekend. Rooms are so unique and clean you won't be disappointed Highly recommended!!

Made a purchase of two "boyfriend" tanks that ended up being universal size…read more I removed the tag of one shirt that I tried on. The shorts were too large and I requested a return (no women's cut available). I taped the tag back on the shirt I tried on. I was required to pay shipping for the return, that I returned in their original box and taped the tag to the shirt that is removed. My return was declined indicating I'd washed a shirt (did not!) and they had a perfume smell! I explained this was not the case, was insulted by their claims, let alone having to pay shipping for the return. To top it off, my options are again paying shipping (for the third time) for them to return the too large shirts to me, or write it all off as a loss. Worst online purchase and customer service I've experienced and I have email documentation to support this post.

We went on a Tuesday evening to hear Jazz got a reservation right away at 6:30 and seated in the…read morearea for the music too. It was nice and good service food ok but a nice evening overall. We decided to come back with friends but on a Wednesday night at 6:30 instead. Sat at a table in the area where the music was but it was very loud and tightly packed with tables and guests. I could barely hear my friends due to the loud conversations, loud laughter, and just the acoustic affects in the restaurant were bad from that. We ordered steak, sides, and thought baked potatoes but got mashed instead. After we ate dinner we asked the manager if we could seat outside for dessert instead due to the loud noises around us. He brought us there but we had to wait at the bar outside till we were seated took an additional 15-20 minutes. After seated it was better than inside with a nice decor too instead. Dessert was ok service good. For such a high-ended restaurant and pricy food it's only avarage, inside decor pretty but very and tightly packed with guests and loud especially for a week day night kind of unusual, I was disappointed think it's a bit overrated sorry to say. I think Flemings, Ruth Chris, or Morton's are better food wise for the same price and dining experience and not as loud too. Think what could make it better is to thin out the crowded packed affect in the main inside dining area would help a lot too, or, if we ever go back sit outside instead I recommend. The service and staff there were very nice, friendly, and attentive and worked hard during service though. So overall raiting is a 3. Tuesday music night inside was good though think because the band is set up where tables of guests would be so less talking and guests listening to the music instead. Hope they make some changes to there inside seating there for improvements will and could help overall.

our family enjoyed an excellent celebratory dinner at casalena…read more EXCITEMENT (NOISE) LEVEL when we booked our reservation for 9 pm on saturday through open table, we did not expect the energy to be so high so late in the evening! the beautiful, expansive restaurant was buzzing with animated conversation that was even louder than a dim sum restaurant! we all needed to lean in a bit to hear one another. PARKING valet is available, but we found street parking on ventura blvd. FOOD 01. squash blossoms ($21 for 5 pc): 8.3/10 these were crispy and light, delightful to eat on their own without the tomato marinara sauce served on the side. casalena's squash blossoms had a strong, lovely hint of lemon that wasn't present in mother wolf's rendition. 02. chicken piccata ($29): 7.5/10 this main was served with a generous helping of potatoes mashed into a delicious velvet. 03. vodka lumaconi ($25): 9/10 this dish was the standout of the evening! the pasta shells were cooked al dente and coated in a slightly spicy, perfectly savory vodka sauce! casalena does not skimp on the sauce in any of their dishes! 04. tagliatelle ($29): 7/10 this pasta dish was not nearly as impressive. 05. tiramisu ($15): 7/10 since we mentioned the dinner was for a special occasion in our reservation, this dessert was served with a candle. while its presentation was lovely, its taste was underwhelming. the espresso was extremely subtle, and there was more madeline than mascarpone/cream. overall, our party of 4 was fully satiated after splitting 1 appetizer, 3 mains, and 1 dessert. service was lovely throughout! and as another yelpie mentioned in their review, their matchbook is very nice.

Over Memorial Day weekend 2014, my husband and I stayed at a b&b in Topanga Canyon and loved the…read morearea. We decided to drive around to see if there were any possible wedding venues that offer an all outdoor space that was rustic, charming, but still classy and elegant. We drove by a sign that said Kelly Gulch, Googled it, saw great photos on their website, called Sally up, and within a few hours was able to stop by to meet her and to view the farm. It was just what we wanted. We reserved it almost immediately and had the best wedding almost exactly a year later, during Memorial Day weekend 2015. Here are things we loved about Kelly Gulch: * Sally's great. She feels more like your wedding mom than a venue coordinator. It helps that she owns and lives on the property because you can feel the love she pours into it. Sally added so many great improvements to the property during the time we reserved and actually had the wedding. Every time we came back to visit, there was something new! * The venue is gorgeous--just look at the photos! It's small enough to create an intimate feel, but large enough to accommodate up to 200 guests. There are lots of trees, Sally's cute farm animals, a beautiful barn, a dressing studio, writing studio, an area for enclosed fire pits, a large parking lot, stunning wood bridges, and lots of other areas for great photo ops. * It's not a wedding mill. Other venues we looked at were very strict--you must show up at x time, clean up by x time, and felt very business-like. That wasn't the vibe we wanted, and we're so grateful we found Kelly Gulch. Sally let us do things like drop off our alcohol a week in advance and flowers the day before to store in her cool laundry area. Having that flexibility really came in handy, especially if you are having a primarily DIY wedding like we did. * Sally doesn't nickel and dime you. If she has something available, she will offer it to you and not charge you for it. For example, she has some tables, signs, drink dispensers, wagons, etc. that we were able to use in our wedding, which helped reduce costs. * I'm not sure if prices have gone up, but Kelly Gulch was reasonable compared to other venues we looked at. We really can't recommend Kelly Gulch and Sally enough. We had a dream wedding on a reasonable budget, and it couldn't have been done without first finding an amazing venue. Our one piece of advice to future brides and grooms is to order more bathroom stalls--at least 4--regardless of your guest count! Pay more if you have to--you won't regret it. We only had two, and I think we served way too many good drinks because there was ALWAYS a line at the restrooms. When one of the two stalls broke down toward the end of the night, that just made things worse. Our lesson learned is your lesson gained!

I'm here once a year for the reggae festival. I think they do a fantastic job of coordinating this…read morefestival. Yep parking is always a challenge but their shuttle bus drivers stop and pick you up quickly and get you to that front gate. The grounds are very clean and you can tell taken care of. The staff are all helpful and accommodating and yet firm to show control with a crowd. Its a little hidden oasis in the mountains with this crazy tree next to a stage. I can't wait to go back in 2015!

When looking for a venue for our son's memorial we came across the Topanga Community Center. Dayna…read morewas very accommodating with our request to view the space before we booked. The location is beautiful, the building is charming, Rental Coordinator Dayna, Audio Visual Tech Tom, Property Manager Jerry, and recommended Caterer Adrianna were all first class. Everyone went out of their way to help us on a difficult day make things go smoothly. I really can't say enough about this place, for us it was perfect. Scott S.

We hosted our engagement party at Verdi Garden, and it was the best experience from start to…read morefinish. The venue itself is absolutely beautiful! Karina was amazing to work with throughout the entire process. From the very beginning, she was responsive, organized, and genuinely cared about making sure everything went smoothly and how we wanted it to. Her and her team went above and beyond on the day of the event, and their level of service was truly 5-star! The food was delicious, the space was set up perfectly and everything ran seamlessly thanks to the staff. If you're looking for a stunning venue with exceptional service for any type of celebration, I can't recommend Verdi Garden enough. We're so grateful to Karina and her team for helping make our engagement party so special!!

Attended a private event here. To start, the parking cost $18-$28 which is outrages. Space is a…read morepatio covered with a partial tent and decorated nicely to not notice that. It may get cold in the evening if weather isn't good, since no walls, just fabric around and corners are exposed. Middle eastern mezzes and food but nothing special. Our server was very nice. We walked a bit afterwards to our car because we didn't want to pay the hefty charge for parking.

This venue is absolutely beautiful and has everything you need to host a party. The owner is…read moreincredibly kind, easy to work with, and very responsive throughout the whole process. Honestly, I can't think of a single thing to complain about. The space is very well organized and includes so many helpful items for events . a great sound system, buffet station, 50 bistro chairs, several tables, a sweet cart, ice coolers, drink buckets, beautiful backdrops, a bar station, food risers, and even signage for a dessert table. The restrooms were also very clean and spacious, which my guests appreciated. All of my guests loved the venue and had such a great time. I would 100% recommend this place for anyone planning a party or special event!

Sunsetonthe5th was an amazing venue for our part of 50 or so people. Pam was so accommodating and…read moreeasy to deal with. Probably the best experience I have had with a venue. She also had terrific vendors to refer us to. Everyone thought the venue was terrific. Thank you Pam!

I've been wanting to try something new with the family, so I've been exploring fun spots around the…read moreLos Angeles area. I recently came across this beautiful place that's hosting Sunday Funday events all summer long, and it looks like such a special experience. Admission is $20 for a family of up to five, and the shows are designed for kids ages 0 to 8. They're fun, interactive, and super engaging, with the performers involving the children throughout the performance. It's such a lovely way to introduce the little ones to live Shakespeare theater in a playful, welcoming setting.

THINGS TO DO IN LA!…read more The Topanga Blues Festival was held at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, which is a beautiful outdoor venue. It's a legendary performing arts center & gardens on Topanga Canyon Blvd. The line up: Javier Matos (Acoustic Blues Master) Bernie Pearl & Friends (Legendary Blues Guitarist) and guest guitarist, Ray Bailey Nora Jean Bruso (famed Chicago Blues vocalist) Dennis Gruenling (world class harmonica virtuoso) Rod Piazza (Blues Harmonica Legend)

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.