Private events & group dining

Eight guests or a hundred and twenty. Every event is planned directly with Peter Valtierra or our events lead — one phone number, one person, start to finish.

The Patio

8–40 guests

Shaded, heated, string-lit and semi-private. Ideal for birthdays and rehearsal dinners. Food and beverage minimum from $900 midweek.

Bar Room

10–35 guests

The long oak counter plus high-tops. Built for cocktail receptions with passed plates. Mezcal tastings can be added for $22 per guest.

Full Buyout

up to 120 guests

The entire restaurant, kitchen and bar. Custom four-course menu, dedicated staff, and a private sound input. Available Sunday–Thursday.

How it works

  1. Call or email. Tell us the date, headcount and what the night is for.
  2. We send a written proposal within two business days — menu, minimum, timing, all fees itemized.
  3. A 25% deposit holds the date. It applies to your final bill.
  4. Menu tasting for buyouts of 50+, free of charge, up to four people.
  5. Final headcount is due 72 hours ahead. Cancellations more than 14 days out are refunded in full.

Included with every event

  • Dedicated captain and a fixed staffing ratio of one server per twelve guests
  • Printed menus with your event name, at no charge
  • Allergy and dietary planning — vegan, gluten-free and shellfish-free menus available
  • Free street and lot parking within one block
  • Wheelchair-accessible entry, dining and restroom

Corporate & catering

We handle weekday business lunches from ten guests and off-site catering within fifteen miles of La Mesa. Invoicing with net-15 terms is available for established accounts.

Call 858-751-9869Email the events team