The Lark Santa Barbara 131 Anacapa Street • Santa Barbara • CA 93101
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Why You'll Love This Place
A Here Comes The Guide Wedding Venue Review
- Named for the sleek overnight Pullman car that ran through the area in the mid-20th century, this stylish spot housed in a 1920s factory is a vibrant reflection of its surroundings in the heart of Santa Barbara Today, it's a unique gathering place designed to encourage communal experiences, making it a perfect setting for intimate weddings.
- The spaces are bursting with character, with authentic historic touches set alongside cool contemporary details. Handmade furniture, creative lighting fixtures, and original brick and cement details blend the industrial and the elevated; a highlight is the 24-seat live-edge dining table, stacked on vintage radiators to create a warm, inviting vibe.
- The delectable cuisine is crafted with seasonal, locally sourced ingredients, celebrating the rich bounty of the Central Coast. Thoughtfully curated to match your taste and style—and paired with craft cocktails, local beers, and an award-winning wine list—your wedding meal is guaranteed to be a showstopper.
PRICES: What's this going to cost?
Food & Beverage Minimum
- $2,500/event and up
- Food & Beverage minimum varies depending on:
- Day of week
- Time of day
- Space reserved
There is no additional rental fee!
Meals (when priced separately)
- $75/person and up
Service Charge or Gratuity
- 23%
Additional Info
Want to mix it up for your rehearsal dinner or special party? Check out their sister restaurant, Loquita!
COUPLES ARE ASKING: We've got answers
Private events at The Lark Santa Barbara include reception-style or family-style multi-course menus made with local, seasonal ingredients, plus beer, wine and cocktail selections for your group. Every private event gets custom printed menus, and the Pullman Room comes with a projector, a 70-inch drop-down screen and a microphone speaker system, which is handy for toasts or a slideshow. There's no separate rental fee.
The Lark Santa Barbara offers a few options depending on your guest count. A full restaurant buyout seats 130 guests or holds 200 standing. The Patio buyout seats 50 or holds 70 standing, and the private Pullman Room seats 50. Private events start at 25 guests, which makes The Lark a great fit for intimate weddings.
There's no rental fee at The Lark Santa Barbara. Instead, private events have a food and beverage minimum starting at $2,500, which varies by day of the week, time of day and the space you reserve. Meals start at $75 per person, and a 23% service charge is added. Pricing also depends on your date and season, so share your details with the events team for a quote.
Private events at The Lark Santa Barbara run within a three-hour window and can start as early as 5pm. That timing works well for an intimate dinner reception or rehearsal dinner. Amplified music is allowed indoors.
Yes. The Lark Santa Barbara's private Pullman Room seats up to 50 guests and has a projector, screen and microphone for toasts. The shared, family-style dining experience makes it a natural fit for a rehearsal dinner. If you'd like a different vibe, ask about The Lark's sister restaurant, Loquita.
The Lark Santa Barbara is named for the sleek overnight Pullman train car that once ran through the area, and it's housed in a 1920s warehouse with original brick and cement details. Handmade furniture and creative lighting add a modern edge, and a highlight is the 24-seat live-edge dining table set on vintage radiators. The seasonal menu, craft cocktails, local beers and award-winning wine list make the meal the main event.
GUEST COUNT: How many people can we have here? What’s the max capacity?
| Indoors | Outdoors | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ceremony | Seated | 0 | 0 |
| Cocktails, etc. | Standing | 200 | 50 |
| Reception | Seated | 130 | 50 |
| Meetings | Total meeting capacity for this venue is 130. | ||
EVENT/RECEPTION & MEETING CAPACITY: The Pullman Room seats 50 indoors and is private. The Patio seats 50 outdoors or holds 50 guests standing and is semi-private. A full buyout of The Lark Santa Barbara seats up to 150 combining indoors and out, or up to 200 guests without formal seating.
Venue Info & FAQs
OPTIONS: What kinds of events can we have here?
- All-Inclusive
- Ceremony
- Wedding Receptions
- LGBTQ+ Friendly
- Elopement Packages
- Small Wedding
- Rehearsal Dinner
- Special Events / Parties
- Business Functions / Meetings
POLICIES: What are the food, alcohol, music, and other rules here?
Price
$ • $$
Catering
In-house
Alcohol
In-house
The Lark offers a full bar with handcrafted cocktails made from artisan spirits, local craft beers, and an outstanding wine list of local and Old World wines.
Amplified Music
Indoors
Wheelchair Access
Wheelchair accessible
Availability
Year-round, after 5pm daily.
STYLE: What’s the style and overall vibe of this venue?
Buildings & other settings available:
- Loft / Warehouse / Industrial
- Patio / Deck / Terrace
- Restaurant
VIEWS: What kind of views does this place have?
Peep the views you’ll enjoy from this venue!
- Hills
The Lark Santa Barbara
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