Sea180 Coastal Tavern
800 Seacoast Dr
Imperial Beach, CA
91932
(619) 631-4949
This beachfront restaurant, located in the Pier South Resort in Imperial Beach, boasts 180 degree views of the Coronado Islands, South Bay and Mexico. There are indoor and outdoor spaces, ranging from accommodating 16 guests to 300. The fare ranges from seafood to steak to Mexican classics like ceviche and tacos. Cohn says, there’s also an opportunity to buy out the restaurant and the hotel next door, Pier South Resort.
Vintana Wine + Dine
205 Auto Park Way
Escondido, CA 92029
(760) 745-7777
Located on the penthouse level the Lexus Centre of Escondido, this 26,000 square-foot venue, is all about luxury. Vintana’s 9474-square-foot Moonlight Veranda has great views, cabanas, a fire pit, a built-in bar, and fits 350 guests for dinner. The California cuisine is complemented by many fine wines. Guests will wow at all the Lexus vehicles on site.
Coasterra
880 Harbor Island Dr
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 814-1300
Check out this coastal venue’s spectacular views of the San Diego skyline. A customized mid-century modern space, Coasterra has lots of event options including a floating event deck, an expansive indoor ballroom and a patio terrace which seats up to 300. The restaurant’s Mexican cuisine pairs well with its 70 labels of high-end tequilas and artisanal mezcal.
The Prado
1549 El Prado
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 557-9441
This delightful restaurant in the heart of Balboa Park has yesteryear charm with modern amenities and top-notch service. Marry outdoors in a garden ceremony; celebrate in the fountain courtyard or soak up high style in the Grand Ballroom, which features hardwood floors, a 27-foot hand stenciled ceiling and accommodates over 300 guests.
BO-Beau Kitchen + Garden
La Mesa
Ocean Beach
Hillcrest
A boutique venue, this cozy space in La Mesa has French flair that and hosts up to 250. There’s an indoor loft, an outdoor garden and opportunity to buy out the whole venue. The menu features bistro favorites like boeuf bourguignon, steak frites and pasta with lobster.
Island Prime/C Level
880 Harbor Island Dr.
San Diego, CA 92101
(619) 298-6802
Overlooking San Diego’s skyline and Coronado, these two restaurants on Harbor Island serve up amazing views, lots of style and of course, great food. The extensive menu includes lobster, crab cake, lamb and ribeye. Book the space for weddings as small as 25 guests, or up to 320 for a sit-down meal, or 500 for a reception style gathering.
