I can not say how much we love this venue! Stefanie is truly amazing! We first rented the venue for…read moremy baby shower back in 2024. A year later we came back for my daughter 1st birthday and now we are planning our third event and we can't wait! The Venus is spacious for the normal 80 people we host. The availability for the use of the kitchen is excellent so we don't have to worry about transporting hot food and can heat up everything there and the bathrooms are so clean and stocked. We've also recommended the space we're family friends have utilized it for bridal showers, birthdays and baby showers! Loved that the parking lot was small safe enough to have a jumper for the kids as long as we powered it with a generator

I booked this venue for my baby shower, and overall, it was a great experience. The price was…read morereasonable and the rental comes with tables and chairs. You are responsible for your own table cloths, or you can rent it from them for an additional price. There's a kitchen that you can use, the bathrooms are clean, and there's plenty of parking inside. The venue can host 100 people, but it will be very tight with that many people. We had about 80 people (including kids) at the event, and though it felt tight, at least the kids were able to hang outside to enjoy the bouncer. I rented the afternoon time frame, so we were given the venue from 2:30-9PM. The only thing that I found weird was that there was absolutely no attendant available at the end of the night. Overall, a decent place to rent a venue if you wanna DIY things yourself.

Absolutely loved our experience at Pinocchio's Banquet! The venue was beautiful, the food was…read moredelicious, and the staff was warm, helpful, and accommodating. Everything came together perfectly and made our celebration feel extra special. Highly recommend!

I was originally searching for a small room to host my baby shower. We came across this banquet…read morehall and it exceeded all of my expectations! This place was actually huge. I ended up inviting more family and we still had enough room to play games and dance! I'll absolutely be returning for future events. The server was so sweet and took care of all of my pregnant needs and Armen was amazing with communication. If you're looking for the perfect place to host your baby shower or any event for that matter, this is it!

Had a wedding here and the staff was amazing! the facility was absolutely beautiful!…read more Sat 65 people comfortably

Amazing and beautiful location. Stunning views! Very cozy…read moreand beautiful space to hold events. I've had the honor of being booked for this venue a few times so I am familiar with the space. Great parking close to venue!

What a beautiful place to walk around and enjoy the grounds. It is a private property so make sure…read moreto follow the rules and don't litter. Ambassador gardens is a luxury residential community with beautiful homes and condos. The grounds are beautiful with big trees, water features and seating areas. We even saw turtles and big birds by the waterfall. Really lovely place to take a stroll at. We parked on Green Street and walked towards the ambassador auditorium... see my videos and pictures. So pretty.

Ambassador Mansions & Gardens is a very quiet, peaceful, and truly beautiful place. It's hidden…read morebetween buildings, and if you don't know it's there, you might easily miss it -- which makes it feel like a secret garden in the middle of the city. The territory is incredibly well maintained, with huge mature trees, beautiful flowers, fountains, mini waterfalls, and small ponds where you can see fish and turtles. There is also a lovely grassy area in the center where you can sit, relax, or have a small picnic. Geese walk freely around the gardens, and colorful parrots fly overhead, adding even more charm to the atmosphere. In April, the garden looks especially stunning -- the pergola and trees are in full bloom (I wish I remembered the names of those gorgeous flowers!), and the whole place feels alive and magical. Honestly, this garden is beautiful in any season of the year. You can come here with dogs, which is a big plus, but it's important to respect the property rules: pets must be on a leash, owners are responsible for cleanup, professional photography requires a permit, and activities like skateboarding, drinking alcohol, or organized sports events are not allowed. These rules help preserve the calm and cleanliness of the space. There is also a secondary school located on the property, which adds to the unique character of the place. Parking-wise, we were able to find free street parking nearby without any issues. This is a perfect spot to slow down, enjoy nature, and escape the city noise for a while. Highly recommended for a peaceful walk or a quiet moment surrounded by beauty.

We held our baby shower here in San Gabriel on 5/30/26. Jim the manager helped us through the…read moreentire process and gave us a tour and walkthrough before deciding to reserve the venue a couple months in advance. They have a full kitchen, full bar, ice machine, restrooms, and enough tables, chairs, space, and rental equipment to hold up to 150 people, and are flexible with customizing the experience to any kind of event and theme. We had a cuties themed baby shower with 130 people, and hired multiple vendors (Vietnamese food, boba tea bar, desserts, a bartender, and balloon artists). It was an amazing and fun experience for all of our friends and family members. Would definitely want to go here again for other events in the future, such as birthday parties, weddings, graduations, etc.

Great venue, clean, lots of tables, space, bar and no problems. Plenty of street parking. Very safe…read morearea.

Very impressed, but I wasn't surprised because I had heard great things already…read more Kind of hard to beat the location, and the food was outstanding. Highly recommend.

We had an amazing experience with NOOR, and we couldn't be happier with the service we received…read more From the very beginning, the team was professional, organized, and truly invested in making our experience as seamless and enjoyable as possible. A very special thank you to our event coordinator, Stefany, who went above and beyond every step of the way. She was incredibly responsive, thoughtful, detail-oriented, and always made us feel like we were in great hands. Her calm, positive attitude and dedication made the entire planning process so much less stressful, and she made sure every detail was taken care of. Stefany genuinely cares about her clients, and it shows in everything she does. If you're considering NOOR for your event, don't hesitate--you'll be working with a team that truly cares about creating an unforgettable experience. We are so grateful, especially to Stefany, for making everything come together so beautifully. Thank you for helping make our event so special!

Expectations exceeded!!! My Husband found this location online and we agreed to book it for my…read moremilestone birthday celebration. Some of our closest friends joined us here for the weekend and we had an absolute blast with them at the castle! We didn't need to leave to go to a bar or restaurant. We enjoyed our time in both family rooms, the pub downstairs, the kitchen, the study and the outdoor backyard was the best for photos. We want to go back around the holidays when there is snow. This place is beyond impressive. I truly had the best birthday and this location was a huge part of that!

If you're looking for a vacation rental in the Lake Arrowhead area that offers access to mountain…read moreattractions and massive amounts of space for large groups, then look no further than Castle in the Forest. I've had the pleasure of staying here numerous times for different occasions, including birthdays, ski trips, etc and each time has been an absolute delight. One of the stand out features of this vacation rental is its spaciousness. It's perfect for large groups with many bedrooms and bathrooms for folks to spread out and enjoy themselves. The bedrooms are comfortable and well appointed and the common areas are designed with group gatherings in mind. Whether you're cooking up a feast in the chefs kitchen, lounging in front of the fireplace or playing games in the card room, there is no shortage of space to enjoy. Castle in the Forest is very close to the Lake Arrowhead Village with many shops and restaurants, and only about 45 minutes away from snow-sports in Big Bear. I cannot recommend this vacation rental enough. It is the perfect place to gather with friends and family for a fun filled mountain getaway.

This is such a convenient and gorgeous location for an intimate wedding ceremony. We stayed in the…read morethe airbnb located behind the venue. We had to just walk a few steps to the venue when it was time for the ceremony. The airbnb and venue are gorgeous. We also had sandwiches made by Kim for guests following the ceremony which were delicious. We loved our wedding ceremony and this was the perfect location for what we wanted.

Kim is very approachable and friendly. Her artistic talent made this place a beautiful location for…read moresmall to medium sized parties. This placed saved our wedding during COVID - we live streamed our wedding to 300+ guests from here and it was extremely memorable to all. It also helped that they have 2 airbnbs adjacent available to rent for our wedding preparations. I then had my baby shower at this location, hosting up to 25 people. The conservatory is a beautiful backdrop, and there are many niche spaces that are wonderful for photographing. Highly recommend.

Background On Visit: Last Sunday (4/12/26), the venue hosted the Pasadena Festival Of Tea. We were…read moreone of the participants for this event. Hours Of Operation: They welcome visitors to the garden on many Friday and Saturday evenings and during the day on Sundays. You can check out their schedule of events and admission cost on their website: https://japanesegardenpasadena.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/japanesegardenpasadena/event.jsp?;=&event=1612& Admission Cost: Mostly, $15 on Friday and Saturday. Sunday, it's $12. For other events, they post the cost on their website. Location/Parking: Located across from the Arlington Gardens (Free). It's kinda hidden, but just use the gps on your phone to guide you. Parking can be found along Arlington. For special events, they encourage you to park at Westridge School (Orange Grove and W. State St.) and walk up to Storrier Stearns. Ambiance/Decor: The Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden is a beautiful and charming retreat with a quiet and tranquil elegance. The place is small which contains many of the much admired design features found in the most lavish of Japanese-style gardens of its era. As Kendall Brown states in his book, California Japanese-style Gardens, "this is the genius of Kinzuchi Fujii: this was once a flat area of two tennis courts; now it is a masterwork. 1) Classic Niko-an Teahouse, the garden landscape offers a variety of other beautiful details. 2) Numerous gathering points, seating areas & vistas 3) Four original bridges plus the original cedar log Japanese Waiting Bench 4) Two large interconnected, irregularly shaped koi ponds 5) The sounds of two waterfalls, one cascading down a 25-foot hill 6) An artful dry riverbed for rain overflow winding through the garden 7) Cooling shade everywhere from spreading sycamores & old oaks 8) Many tons of boulders & stones 9) Granite statuary & stone lanterns Storrier Stearns Japanese Garden For Thought: Wouldn't mind coming back to re-center myself. I did a have nice time.

This is the most difficult Botanical Garden to get in touch with…read more The hours they have posted on their website are wrong, no one picks up the phone after calling several times and leaving several messages. I went in person last weekend, and it was closed despite their online hours posted. The lack of clarity even upon walking up to the venue is not clear. They have no signs stating they are closed and it's clear they do not care to return voicemails. Please do not waste your time going there.

We recently celebrated my wife's 50th birthday at Pinocchio's Elli Banquet, and I can't say enough…read moreabout what an amazing experience we had! From beginning to end, working with Armen, Kate, and our wonderful bartender, Charlotte, was an absolute pleasure. They made the entire planning process so easy and stress-free, and their communication was superb. The staff was attentive, friendly, and made sure everything went smoothly throughout the celebration. And the food was incredibly delicious! Our guests were very impressed with both the food and the beautiful banquet facility. The location was convenient, getting there was simple, and parking was easy--which made things even better for our guests. What impressed me most was the combination of excellent service, delicious food, a great facility, and incredibly reasonable pricing. We truly felt that we received an outstanding value for the quality and level of service provided. Thank you to Armen, Kate, Charlotte, and the entire Elli Banquet team for helping make my wife's 50th birthday such a memorable celebration! I would absolutely recommend Elli Banquet for a birthday, anniversary, or other special occasion. I'm already looking forward to celebrating our next milestone event there!

An Unforgettable Quinceañera Experience at Elli Banquet! We…read morerecently hosted our daughter's Quinceañera at Elli Banquet in Pasadena, and I cannot recommend this venue enough! If you are looking for a stunning, modern, and practically all-in-one venue, this is the place. The planning process is smooth and stress-free: once you book and pay your deposit, their team reaches out a week prior to your event to finalize your headcount, menu, and linen color selections, and answer any final questions. A huge part of our success came down to the incredible staff: Jennifer: Our main point of contact. She was exceptionally helpful, answered every single question we had, and was wonderfully accommodating from start to finish. Adrianna: Our second server, who matched Jennifer's energy by being equally amazing, attentive, and helpful throughout the night. Charlotte (Bartender): Recommended directly by the banquet, she was professional, fun, and simply amazing with our guests. The venue itself is beautiful and modern, and we especially appreciated that the restrooms were kept spotless and well-stocked all night long. And then there was the food--our guests could not stop talking about how delicious everything was! We served an incredible spread: Appetizers: Bruschetta, calamari, and Margherita flatbread Salads: Both Garden and Caesar salads Entrées: Shrimp fettuccine, beef lasagna, chicken piccata, and chicken Parmesan Overall, Elli Banquet made our daughter's milestone celebration an absolute dream. We are so grateful to the entire team and will definitely keep them in mind for our other daughter's Quinceañera in the next couple of years