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Karl Strauss Brewery Gardens
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9675 Scranton Road
San Diego, CA 92121
Contact: Group Events and Banquets
Phone: 858/581-7324
www.karlstrauss.com
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Why We Like This Place
Okay, so you've read the word "Brewery" in the name and you're ready to turn the page. Don't do it!—you'll miss one of San Diego's surprise special event locations. This place may have a microbrewery somewhere on site, but we never saw it—we were too busy admiring the five and a half acres of beautiful Oriental gardens.Who would have thought that in the midst of the ultra-modern San Diego Tech Center, with its gleaming glass highrises, you'd find such a lush oasis? It was quite a shock—albeit a delightful one—to step into this private world, literally hidden behind dense stands of bamboo and tall hedges. A restaurant with a two-tiered deck at both ends sits right at the edge of an emerald-green pond. Clusters of lily pads float on the still surface, while multicolored koi swim below. The entire site is ringed by a profusion of trees, bushes and grasses; an arched wooden bridge, stone lanterns perched on rocks and a cascading waterfall complete the picture.
The restaurant, designed like the one in Munich's famous Chinese Pagoda Beer Garden, is filled with natural light from a wall of windows that wrap around three sides. Natural pine beams span the high peaked ceiling, and wooden planters overflowing with greenery bring the garden inside. While most receptions or parties are held in here, ceremonies usually take place on the largest deck. The bride and groom say their vows at the end of the deck, with the gardens as a backdrop. Both decks—shaded by plenty of green umbrellas and an occasional tree growing up through the flooring—are also just as popular for outdoor celebrations. A white canopy protects the lower tier of the main deck, and heaters can be turned on if the temperature drops a bit.
Noisy signs of civilization? You won't find any of them at Karl Strauss' Gardens. Peace and tranquility reign here, so you might as well just sit down, sip something cool, and watch the koi gently ripple the still surface of the pond.
Capacity
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Max. Seated Indoors: 0 Max. Seated Outdoors: 125 |
Max. Seated Indoors: 175 Max. Seated Outdoors: 150 Max. Standing Indoors: 250 Max. Standing Outdoors: 225 |
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CEREMONY CAPACITY: The outdoor garden patio can accommodate 125 seated guests. |
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Fees & Deposits
or weddings, a $1,500 nonrefundable deposit is required to book the site, and the balance is payable 5 days prior to the event. Luncheons start at $50/person, dinners at $63/person. In addition to the meal, this pricing includes the wedding cake, champagne toast and disc jockey. Alcohol, tax, setup, security and service charges are additional. For ceremonies, there is a $650 setup fee.
For business functions, a $250 nonrefundable deposit is required to secure your date. Menus can be customized and start at $25/person for dinners, or $15/person for hors d’oeuvres. Alcohol, tax and service charges are additional. A room rental fee may apply; call for more information.
Availability
Year-round, daily, until midnight.
CateringProvidedAlcoholProvidedSites UsesCeremoniesWedding Receptions Special Events, Parties Business Functions/Meetings Rehearsal Dinners Services/AmenitiesCatering: provided, no BYOKitchen Facilities: n/a Tables & Chairs: provided Linens, Silver, etc.: provided Restrooms: wheelchair accessible Dance Floor: front deck Bride's & Groom's Dressing Area: CBA Meeting Equipment: CBA, extra charge Parking: large lots, self-parking Accommodations: no guest rooms Telephone: pay phones Outdoor Night Lighting: yes Outdoor Cooking Facilities: no Cleanup: provided View: Japanese gardens, koi ponds & waterfall Other: event coordination |
Amplified MusicIndoorsOutdoors Wheelchair AccessWheelchair AccessibleSite ViewsFountain/Water FeatureGarden Lagoon/Pond Landscaped Grounds Waterfall Site TypeBanquet/Events FacilityGarden Restaurant RestrictionsAlcohol: BW provided, no BYOSmoking: outside only Music: amplified OK Wheelchair Access: yes Insurance: not required Other: no rice, confetti or birdseed |
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858/581-7324
www.karlstrauss.com
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