San Francisco is an expansive city filled with iconic landmarks, a stunning landscape, and world-renowned restaurants. Private dining in San Francisco is heating up, and these 20 hot spots are perfect for your special private event. From Presidio to the Financial District, you will find fresh fare with cuisine types from all around the world.
Find restaurant and bar venues with rooftops, outdoor areas, or stunning interior décor to host your perfect dinner party or celebration.
Restaurants with private rooms allow for both an intimate celebration or a casual cocktail reception. PartySlate believes special occasions are best celebrated with your loved ones — and great cuisine. We have curated this list just for you. Keep reading to find the best restaurants with private rooms in San Francisco.
*In no particular order…
For a centrally-located eatery, Chambers Eat + Drink offers four indoor/outdoor spaces for private events.
See how the patio space can convert to a weatherproof venue when needed.
Chambers Eat + Drink can host up to 600 guests.
For a chic restaurant with a delectable North African cuisine and a speakeasy-style ambiance, look to Berber SF in hip Russian Hill.
See how this unique wedding at Berber SF used lush, organic décor to contrast with the setting’s trendy industrial design.
Berber SF can host up to 250 guests.
For a hip, contemporary space with an award-winning design, we recommend 25 Lusk.
See how guests at this charming wedding at 25 Lusk enjoyed scenic city views and a semi-covered rooftop space with just the right amount of breeze.
25 Lusk can host up to 550 guests.
For a trendy spot in Dogpatch, School Night is the perfect venue for your private dining event, with the option to host your event jointly with The Pearl.
See how the lighting and décor of this restaurant space creates an alluring ambiance.
School Night can host up to 100 guests.
For an elegant, yet modern dining room, The Lounge is sure to wow guests.
See how this lounge space serves as a private dining space with delectable cuisine and a fashionable bar for craft cocktails.
Contact The Lounge at The Ritz-Carlton, San Francisco for capacity details.
For an ideal location and an upscale dining experience, Luce serves up unbeatable, fresh modern-American cuisine.
Luce at InterContinental San Francisco can host up to 16 seated guests or 30 standing guests.
For California coastal bites, MKT Restaurant and Bar offers 180-degree city views sitting on the corner of Market Street and SoMa.
MKT Restaurant and Bar at Four Seasons Hotel San Francisco can host up to 100 guests for a full-restaurant buyout.
For a bustling atmosphere and delicate décor, Presidio Social Club is the perfect customizable space for anything from anniversaries to birthday parties.
Presidio Social Club can host up to 175 guests.
For a hip setting in a historic neighborhood, Monroe is a sophisticated event space with chic décor and ample seating room for your private dining event.
Monroe can host up to 300+ guests.
For upscale American fare, Wayfare Tavern has multiple private dining rooms able to accommodate varying party sizes.
Wayfare Tavern can host up to 20 guests for private dining.
For freshly curated menus and a modern, lively atmosphere, Foreign Cinema offers multiple private dining areas, including an upstairs loft space overlooking the main dining room.
Foreign Cinema can host up to 350 guests.
For a garden oasis in the middle of downtown, The Vault Garden offers an energetic atmosphere and delicious dishes.
The Vault Garden can host up to 60 guests.
For both traditional and modernized Japanese dishes, Restaurant Nisei is a well-loved spot for private dining events in the Bay area.
Restaurant Nisei can host up to 20 guests for private dining.
People Also Ask…
Can I host a party at a restaurant with a private room?
Restaurants with private rooms in San Francisco are a great place to host a private event. Host at a venue such as a restaurant to eliminate the need for excessive planning and decorating. Your favorite restaurants are already beautifully-decorated spaces. Find inspiration from real dinner parties on PartySlate to host your private event.
What vendors do I need for a private dining event at a restaurant?
We always recommend to start with an event planner. From there, nail down a venue. Since you’re hosting your event in a restaurant, the catering and much of the décor will be taken care of. Hire a florist to design tablescapes and centerpieces. Don’t forget a photographer or videographer to capture stunning photos and video of your event — you’ll want to remember it.
Where can I host a private dining event in San Francisco?
San Francisco offers a plethora of fine dining restaurants to accommodate large or small party sizes. In addition to the list above, check out our curated venue directory to find the best match for your event. Filter your search by party size, event type, and more custom amenities.
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