The Terrace Room at The Lake Merritt 1800 Madison Street at Lakeside • Oakland • California 94612
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- With its beautiful Art Deco ballroom and panoramic views of Lake Merritt, this Oakland restaurant is truly a hidden gem. Throughout the day, the multilevel space is bathed in natural light, while after the sun sets it has an intimate, almost cabaret feeling. During evening events, you'll be treated to exquisite views of the Necklace of Lights, a glittering string of lights that encircles the lake in an enchanting glow.
- Built in 1927, the space retains the feeling of a stylish bygone era with details like the custom three-foot bronze pendant light fixtures and original wrought-iron elements. Most notably, there's a wall of 20-foot, floor-to-ceiling windows that treats guests to a bird’s-eye view of the lake and distant hills.
- All-inclusive packages feature their delicious upscale American cuisine, with an extensive selection of menus to fit every taste and budget. You'll also enjoy a wide range of in-house amenities, like elegant Chiavari chairs and a professional sound system, along with the assistance of the friendly, accommodating staff to tailor each element to you.
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Deals
Micro Weddings in The Lakeside Room! Hosting a wedding with 50 or fewer people? Opt for The Lakeside Room!
Lunch | Monday–Friday 10am–2pm
$150/hour with a 2-hour minimum | $800 food & beverage minimum
Dinner | Monday–Thursday 5–9pm
$250/hour with a 3-hour minimum | $1,000 food & beverage minimum
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Rental Fee
- $800–2,700/event
- Rental fee varies depending on:
- Day of week
- Time of day
- Space reserved
- Event duration
Saturday, Sunday, and Holidays | $2,450–2,700
Includes exclusive use of the full venue for 5 hours, scheduled between 5pm & midnight. Food & beverage minimums range $9,000–9,300.Monday–Friday | $400–475/hour with a 2–4 hour minimum and vary depending on the space reserved & time of day. Food & beverage minimums range $4,700–8,000.
Ceremony Fee
- $850/event and up
The ceremony fee is $850 when held in conjunction with a reception and includes a dressing suite two hours prior to the start time. Ceremony rehearsals are an additional fee.
The fee for a ceremony only is $2,000, for a 3-hour rental between 9am and 1:30pm Friday–Sunday or between 9am and 10pm Monday–Thursday. No food and beverage.
Meals (when priced separately)
- $52/person and up
Lunch ranges $52–62/person; dinner ranges $57–70/person.
Bar packages range $28–61/person depending on the tier and length of service. Consumption and cash bar packages are also available.
Additional Info
A 12% gratuity, 11% administrative fee, and tax will be added to the final bill.
Capacity
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 150 | 0 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 250 | 0 |
| Reception | Seated | 200 | 0 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 200. | ||
CEREMONY CAPACITY: The Terrace Room holds 150 standing and/or seated guests; the Lakeside Room holds 50 seated.
EVENT/RECEPTION CAPACITY: The Terrace Room accommodates 200 seated without a dance floor, 190 seated with a dance floor, or 250 standing guests. The Madison Room accommodates 100 seated and 120 standing; the Lakeside Room accommodates 70 seated and 100 standing.
MEETING CAPACITY: The Terrace Room seats 200.
Venue Details
Site Uses
- All-Inclusive
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
- Late Night
Essential Info
Price
$ • $$
Catering
In-house
Alcohol
In-house
BYO with corkage fee
Amplified Music
Indoors
Some restrictions
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
For special events, year-round, Fridays–Sunday 5pm–midnight and weekdays 10am–2pm and 6pm–midnight. The Terrace Room Restaurant and Lounge are also open to the public for dining: Wednesday–Friday, for lunch 11:30am–2pm; for dinner Wednesday, 5pm–8pm and Thursday & Friday, 5pm–9:30pm. Happy hour is Wednesday–Thursday, 5pm–10pm. Additionally, The Terrace Room serves brunch Saturday 10am–1:30pm and Sunday 10am–2:30pm.
Venue Type
Buildings & other settings available:
- Ballroom
- Banquet Hall / Events Facility
- Conference Center
- Historic / Landmark Building
- Loft / Warehouse / Industrial
- Restaurant
- Lake
Venue Views
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Cityscape
- Hills
- Lake
- Ocean / Bay
- Panoramic
Services & Amenities
Feel like a VIP with these services and amenities:
Catering: in-house, no BYO
Kitchen Facilities: n/a
Tables & Chairs: Chiavari chairs provided
Linens, Silver, etc.: provided
Restrooms: wheelchair accessible
Dance Floor: yes
Dressing Area: no
AV/Meeting Equipment: podium
Parking: on-street
Accommodations: no guest rooms
Outdoor Night Lighting: access only
Outdoor Cooking Facilities: no
Cleanup: provided
View: Lake Merritt, Oakland hills, cityscape
Other: banquet captain on site
Restrictions
But take note of the following limitations!
Alcohol: in-house, or BYO wine and champagne only with corkage fee (750ml bottles)
Music: amplified OK with volume limits
Smoking: outdoors, but not within 25 feet of any open windows, doors, etc.
Wheelchair Access: yes
Insurance: required for vendors
Other: no food or beverages in lobby; no rice or confetti
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