The set up, the attention to detail, the friendliness and the perfect instructions. We had a…read morefantastic afternoon.

Where to begin, our experience was perfect. I decided to take a new route to a birthday…read morecelebration for my son's first year. And I am so glad I chose Santa Monica picnic co. They have made my planning so easy, I had over thought my experience and brought extra games, prizes ... I didn't know what to expect. But once we arrived, our host had everything beautifully set up. So as a busy mommy of two you know I had my hands full. All I had to do was set up my food and start the music, Forget the games. My guests ate, kids ran straight to the water and conversations began. Before I knew it our time flew by. I would absolutely recommend booking for your special event.

I cant say enough good things about my picnic experience I had. Communcation was the best and…read moreattention to detail was 2nd to none! Everything was so beautifully decorated. The decor was pretty much all my date and i talked about for the beginning of our experience. We were both very happy. We had the chocolate covered strawberries and the charcuterie board. Everything was delicious; we showed up hungry and there was plenty of food for us both (were big eaters too). Overall I give it a 20 out of 10 experince and a great memory. We will be definitely doing this again soon!

Perfect set up! And perfect service!! 10/10 Added the…read moreperfect touches to make everything wonderful!

COME HUNGRY! I live…read morein LA but this was a fun way to explore Manhattan Beach while eating delicious food. Amanda was our tour guide and she was fantastic! She shared some history and tips about MB I never would have known on my own. My bf and I were able to bring our dog, which was a huge plus. The town is dog friendly to begin with, so 6 out of the 7 places we stopped at we could bring our fur baby. Each stop, we ate something unique. By stop 4 I was stuffed, but the food was too good I couldn't stop eating. There was a wine tasting which was a great addition. I would definitely do this again and bring colleagues, friends or out-of-towners!

I absolutely loved the Manhattan Beach Food Tour. I went with my mom on a Friday and we thoroughly…read moreenjoyed every minute of the afternoon. Lauren and Amanda were our tour guides and from start to finish they blew us away with their knowledge of the city and the various eateries. Though this is primarily a food tour, I was very impressed with the time they also took to explain various unique spots throughout the city. From small shops to murals to writings on walls and the ground, they pointed it out and had unique tidbits about them. I could really tell that these ladies took their time to research to make sure this tour was exceptional and exceptional it truly was. I'm from the South Bay but I learned so much on this tour that I didn't know before! I also loved that they chose a variety of different restaurants. It was a very diverse offering and I thought this too was a great way to showcase the city. They really chose some family owned restaurants as well as restaurants that have a lot of history to the city. Everything we tried too was excellent. At the end they asked what our favorite was and I couldn't pick. Chicken wings, tacos, ice cream sandwiches...ahh I loved it all! I even loved some mahi sliders we got to try (and mind you I don't eat seafood but I made an exception for this tour because I trusted Lauren and Amanda's expertise and taste. I'm so glad I did because the sliders were delicious! Yes, if a tour can get me to eat seafood ...then it must be a good tour ;). I definitely would recommend this tour to both locals and visitors. You'll be sure to learn many things as well as get to eat some of the best cuisine in town.

EXACTLY what I hoped for and such a beautiful evening together. I actually found this company on…read moreGroupon and from start to finish this picnic company was fantastic. The communication was timely and accessible to answer questions and accommodate our specific requests for the beach we were hoping to celebrate my dad's birthday. Everyone was so impressed and had a great time. If I could go to the beach like this every time I totally would. They set up in a perfect location and made sure we had everything we needed from juice, water, soda, and sparkling cider to cups, plates, and cutlery. They even provided checkers and cards against humanity for us to play when we finished eating. We did have to bring our own food but we were fine with that because the price was such a great deal. Tracy and Stacy handled everything and even followed up with a nice note afterward. If you are looking to celebrate ANY kind of celebration I would highly recommend using their services and will definitely be reaching out to book with them again soon.

This was a beautiful picnic set for my partner and I's anniversary. Communication was very thorough…read moreand easy, the set up was great, and overall a solid experience!! I would just prefer a bigger rug to sit on, but it will still great.

Long standing member, always a pleasant experience !!…read more Cheers to the Staff and their exceptional service

Came here with a friend who in turn was put on the guest list by a resident for The Dockside…read morerestaurant here at the Marina City Club. When he called and asked if I had ever been here, I responded and said no-to which he added that it was understandable being that "Joe Blow" can't just come in here and plop down for a bite-you need to be invited by a current resident and be placed on the guest list. If you want to be transported back in time, specifically either the 70s or 80s on a Friday night, you'll definitely want to come in and dine. The crowd is a nice mix of resonance or friends and or associates of the residents who live there. And while it's certainly not an assisted living home, the average age of the crowd when we attended was certainly on the north side of 60, and for over half of them pushing 70 easily. The ambiance, physical structure, layout & features (both overt and subtle) of the Dockside restaurant mirrored that (era/time/age of the location in every way-and in this particular case I would argue that's a good thing. My guest and I both went ahead and ordered the chicken tender salad, with him opting for blue cheese and myself going with ranch for the dressing. We both agreed it was better than average. Since I don't do alcohol, I didn't order any drinks, but he stated the two drinks he did order were excellent. All in all a great experience at The Dockside restaurant here at the Marina City Club restaurant where depending on what day and time you arrive, you will be treated to some jazz, old disco, or any combination thereof. If you want to go back in time a bit, it's a nice place to visit if you can get on the guest list.

Great place for kayak rentals. Such a joy paddling in the…read moreharbor, practicing paddling skills, and just enjoying the Redondo area. Ethan is a very helpful associate at the business. He always practices safety, and gives good information to the customer. Such a great business, when I want to spend some time out on the water!

What an incredible experience. From the friendly staff's greeting to a fun sport that is easy to…read morepick up fun to do is very tranquil, soothing, and healthy all at the same time. I can't say enough about this business and how it's ran from the staff to the equipment to having all the necessities. You need to have a great time. I will promote this place because it's good for the soul thank you Paddle house.

I was throwing a birthday party and decided last minute that having outdoor heaters would make it a…read moremuch more pleasant experience. I got quotes from a few people on yelp but Party Palooza's website made booking extremely simple and their prices were very competitive. The delivery team was on time and efficient both when they dropped off the heaters and when they picked them up the next day. I would definitely use them again for my rental needs.

Excellent rental service! Tables, heaters, and party tent were delivered and set up on time. Very…read moredependable and easy to work with. Highly recommend!

I recently had a baby shower for my sister at the Violet Cactus, and everything was so beautiful…read more The ambiance was amazing, and the amenities that come with the package definitely take all the extra stress away. Everyone was so professional and kind, and they didn't miss a single detail. Karen was there making sure everything was set up and running smoothly, and she was so professional and amazing. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone hosting a small or intimate event. The only downside to my experience was the balloon company I used from their preferred vendor list (Ravens Decor and More). I would say you definitely need to double check and even triple check to make sure Raven gets the balloon colors exactly right. Even though it was confirmed that she understood what I wanted, you can see the difference in the photos of what I requested and what I received. I told her I was hosting a classic Winnie the Pooh baby shower for my sister and wanted neutral colors (beige, sage, and blush) for a baby girl. After our phone call, she sent me an AI-generated mockup using those colors I asked for. I absolutely loved it, so I paid the $100 deposit and booked her services ($290 total). On the day of the shower, I was shocked and blindsided because the balloon colors looked nothing like the mockup or what I had requested. I understand an AI mockup won't be identical to the final product, but the difference was far greater than expected. I had also purchased balloons for the welcome sign in the same colors as the mockup, and the contrast between those and the balloon arch was obvious.Since guests were going to be arriving soon, I had no choice but to accept it and move on. My family and I believe strongly in respecting customer service and tipping, so I still gave her a 20% tip. My only regret was tipping that much instead of simply paying the remaining balance of $190 after she finished. I booked her based on the mockup she provided, but the final balloon colors were completely different. The colors were so different that they took away from the soft, neutral look I was trying to achieve for the shower. Overall, the baby shower was wonderful, and my sister had a great time. My only disappointment was that the balloon colors were so different from what I had specifically requested.

The absolute WORST venue tour experience I have ever had. From the moment we arrived, the entire…read moreinteraction felt extremely uncomfortable and unwelcoming. The way we were spoken to, the tone that was used, and the overall treatment left a very bad impression. Honestly, it felt like we were being judged based on our appearance and, quite frankly, I couldn't help but feel that there was discrimination based on the color of our skin. To call this a "tour" is honestly a joke. The woman barely showed us anything. Instead, she basically told us to walk around and look for ourselves because she had an event coming up. We were rushed through the entire experience, and it was made very clear that our presence was an inconvenience. What made the experience even more insulting was the assumption that I couldn't afford to rent the venue. I was offered cheaper options that I DID NOT ask for, and those options didn't even accommodate the number of guests I clearly stated I would have. I never asked for the cheapest package, nor did I ask how I could save money. The assumption was unnecessary, disrespectful, and completely unprofessional. If you're going to offer a venue to the public, you should treat EVERY potential client with the same level of respect, regardless of what they look like or what you assume their budget is. I came prepared to consider spending money at this facility, and instead I left feeling judged, rushed, and disrespected. Needless to say, after this experience, I would NEVER consider hosting my event here. First impressions matter, and this one was absolutely terrible.