Hosted a holiday party here for my employer. The staff were attentive and amazing from start to…read morefinish. They answered all my texts and emails in a timely manner. I was not disappointed in their service as they were attentive and met all of my requests. They also made a few accommodations for my guests with allergies and for those who were vegan. As for the venue, it was absolutely beautiful, inside and out! Don't waste your money choosing a venue that is a blank slate. If you do, you'll be spending more than $60K. If you want something affordable, all-inclusive(food, flowers, DJ, photobooth, centerpieces) and luxurious, this is the venue! Thank you Carlo, Oscar, and Michelle!

Everything can improve from the Planning Co Ordinator to the DJ to the Food!…read morePaid extra for steak it was roast beef smothered in gravy. Food was served cold! They forgot to bring out the cake until people started leaving! Couldn't find the souvenirs !! The 2 waiters did not know what they were doing and the planning co ordinator nowhere to be found.. Co ordinator created a scene asking for more money in the middle of affair since 2 adults 3 children appeared however 10 people no show! Called to complain afterwards to Carlo. Never received a call back. This was the worst customer service food and super expensive. Lots more options in San Diego for the money!

This was my second time going to the Granada House. The music has been excellent , and the art on…read morethe walls are amazing ! AmNot to mention the excellent drinks , and amazing crowd of people . Check this place out ,!

Great venue. We had about 66+ adults and children there for a one year old birthday party. The…read morespace was big enough for a taco stand in the front, a DJ booth and all his equipment, tv for Nintendo HDMI setup for the kids, a playpen for the toddlers, 4 tables for food, ice bins for adult/kid's beverages, seating and a playground next door. We also had a traditional dragon dance performance in the front of the venue. The folks that run it (Kyle, Paige, Jim and Anthony) were really responsive and nice. Our party was the party of the century thanks to them!

Nice venue that holds a lot of events. Came here for the first time for the 2025 san diego all…read morewomen poetry slam and it was amazing. It's pretty spacious but depending on the type of event, it may fill up quickly. They also hold dance classes such as salsa, swing and country line dancing. Looks like a lot of fun and hope to check those out soon! Street parking available.

This review reflects the perspective of a swing dancer. Swing dance happens at Queen Bee's on…read moreTuesday evenings and consists of a lesson with a small dance party afterwards. The fee for the lesson and party is $15, for party only - $10. The announcement (https://www.queenbeessd.com/swign-dance) places the lesson at 6:30-7:30PM, the dance with DJ music is supposed to start at 7:30PM. On the day of my visit, the times were shifted by half an hour, so if you want to just dance, 8PM is the good time. The dance lesson by Mercedes Moore (yes, the great San Diego singer!) is excellent, most of the 20+ dancers appeared to be regulars and thus had accumulated significant amount of skill, yet due to small size of group, a true beginner should feel OK. Unlike most places in San Diego, this one has noticeably more leads (traditionally men) than follows (women), so this venue might be great for a true beginner follower. During the social party few more dancers appeared, but the group remained pretty small, and by 9PM it became hard to find a dance partner (the music was still going on). Some logistics: the free (street) parking is very limited. The best paid parking is across the street in a well-lit parking lot ($5 for two hours). The wooden floor is of OK quality, the seating is adequate for the small crowd. As always for small gatherings, bringing one's own dance partner is recommended, although on the day I have visited, it was easy for follows to find a lead. Overall: a true beginner follow should definitely check out this venue. An intermediate lead that wants just to dance, should consider bringing his own follower.

The Neon Brush: A Glow in-the-Dark Painting Experience in Old Town was a great time…read more The tickets were $41.00 per person on feverup.com. The class includes neon paint and canvas. The class doesn't include wine but you can bring your own bottle. It was a fun time I went with fellow Yelper Nicole C. Happy Yelping :)

Venue was clean! Tables and chairs were in great condition. Easy to book and friendly reminders…read morewith easy access to venue manual. Will be using this venue again.

This venue is amazing! Hosted my daughters bat mitzvah here the other night and everything was spot…read moreon. This space is wonderful and I highly recommend it for any events you may host.

We attended the San Diego Food and Wine Grand Decant at The Julep. What a nice space for events…read more The place is clean and spacious. There's a kitchen in the back and the bathrooms are very nice. There is a large parking lot with adjacent street parking and another parking lot nearby. I hadn't been here before - and was pleasantly surprised by this space.

Attended a wedding here this weekend and it was beautiful! Love the outdoor and indoor space. The…read moreplants make it so pretty and even though it's next to a street it didn't seem to be a distraction or a problem. Plenty of space indoors and outdoors. Not sure if the venue provided food but that was amazing as well. Very cool space.

FruitCraft went above and beyond! Alan and Mari you were absolutely incredible! The food and drinks…read morewere incredible! I still am having dreams about the pasta salad! Everything was an absolute dream! The mixture of indoor and outdoor along with the amazing look of this venue went above our expectations! Thank you so much for having such an amazing space to have our dream wedding at!

Great events venue in the heart of Hillcrest! I had the opportunity to attend an open house and…read morecheck multiple vendors all reunited offering services for weddings and anything that requires people and fun. Pretty big space but not overwhelming. I liked how everything that can be experienced there was showcased, like a fun 'robot' dancing and entertaining. Great experience.

Skylight Venue is an amazing space! I held my 50th birthday party there and I was able to make the…read morespace everything I wanted it to be. The owner Richard is very accommodating and made sure everything was perfect from the beginning to the end. I highly recommend this venue for any event!

I had bookmarked this restaurant and it was the perfect place for my best friend and I to hangout &…read moreconnect in a relaxing environment. This place also can be an event space, so something for me to note for a possible special occasion! Recs: Smoked Sausage & Mussels - This was topped with super yummy shoestring truffle fries with a savory broth. I know there were fries but many bread would be good to absorb the sauce. ‍Mushroom Mix Flatbread with Prosciutto - I loved the mix of fresh ingredients with the caramelized onions & mushrooms. It was still good as leftovers the next day. Titans Revenge & Day Spa - Both of these cocktails were so refreshing. I loved the meld of flavors which made these drinks the perfect beverage to sip on a summer day! Customer service was great and I liked that there weren't too many ppl when we came. Parking was plentiful.

Meraki is a new-ish spot out in the Golden Hill/South Park area that I believe is owned by the same…read morefolks who run Buona Forchetta. A few friends and I decided to try it out after work on a weeknight. Ambiance: the decor and set up here is very appealing and comes off as high end. I'm probably completely wrong, but I feel like the building was originally a warehouse that they converted into a full restaurant. There is an abundance of open space in the dining area, a section for the bar, and seating outside in the front patio. Surprisingly (and pleasantly), it seemed like a slower night as we were one of the few parties in, but I'm sure on other nights and as word picks up it is much busier. Service: we wanted to take advantage of the sunset so we sat outside in the patio area. Our server did a good job of getting our orders in, and had a good balance of checking in but not at a rate that was disruptive. He also made good conversation and had a story of moving to SD recently. Food & Drink: I didn't order the food so I can't speak on it, but my friends ordered three entrees and a side dish of fries. I had two glasses of wine and they were quite good and suited the vibe. Summary: this wasn't a super helpful review since I didn't have the food, but we had a great experience at Meraki. Drinks were good, ambiance was comforting, and service was fantastic. I definitely will give this place another try so I can give a full update on my review next time.

I attended a wedding at Luce Loft and love the downtown, industrial vibes here. The venue itself is…read moremade for smaller weddings (ideally less than 100 people). The loft gets flipped so it doubles as a ceremony and reception space with cocktail hour taking place outside or in the long side area. What's great about this place is that you could hire a food truck to provide cocktail bites on the sidewalk. Inside the loft, the space still felt spacious for a reception. There is an upstairs deck area where the couple had a photo booth set up. Personally, I love a city-vibe wedding. I love when a couple can get street shots and any after party can happen in the downtown. I know that vibe isn't for everyone, but if that is yours, you should definitely check this venue out.

As the name suggests, this is an event space with high ceilings and a loft! It's a lovely, sort of…read moremodern industrial or rustic event area with ample space for a small to medium sized event. Two all gender restrooms are available. There's a separate section where the bar and buffet can be set. From a guest perspective, I thought this was a lovely event venue in downtown San Diego near Petco Park.

There's truly something here for every kind of art lover. From pottery to sculptures to paintings,…read moreyou're almost guaranteed to find a piece that speaks to you and maybe even earns a spot in your home. This was my first visit to The Studio, a gallery tucked away in Hillcrest, and I was genuinely impressed. They showcase a wide range of artists, and it's especially great to see so many talented creatives from San Diego getting the spotlight. The featured show we saw was by Lance Chung, whose work beautifully captures dancers in motion. His pieces feel like stepping into a dream or a fairytale. They are whimsical, expressive, and just plain mesmerizing. Beyond the main exhibit, the gallery opens up into multiple rooms featuring other artists, so you can wander and discover even more creativity. One artist showcased pottery and mentioned she hosts group pottery classes. Honestly, such a fun idea for a birthday or team event. All in all, it was an immersive and inspiring experience that I'd happily do again.

Powerful exhibit showing off LGBTQIA+ artists. Stopped by on a Saturday around 4pm for their new…read moreexhibit, their 8th annual PROUD+ showcase and it was great. Parking is a bit tricky since it's Hillcrest but it was worth it. The two staff members working were kind and inviting. Nice way to spend a hour