Welcome, we are Culinary Artistas! Located in the heart of Ghirardelli Square, our stunning 2,400 sq. ft. studio offers sweeping views of the Bay and Alcatraz, abundant natural light, and a full kitchen—an exceptional San Francisco venue. Furniture can be moved around to suit your needs, and we're happy to help make things easy to host your event. BYOB okay! - Wondering About Seating and Layout Options? - • Customizable Layout & Capacity • Formal dining: Seating for up to 35 guests, with eatingware and glassware provided • Soft-seating dining (tables, couches, lounge chairs): Accommodates about 50 guests • Standing and soft-seating mix: Comfortable for 80–100 guests • Movable furniture: Three large wood tables, a partition wall for flexible layouts, and three lounge areas for socializing or breakout sessions • Adjustable-height stainless steel workbenches: Ideal for both kids and adults • BYOB and Catering-friendly - Catering, Team Building & More - • Bring your own food, hire a caterer, or cook on-site • Our team of experienced chefs offers engaging, hands-on culinary experiences for corporate groups • Need additional event services? We can connect you with top-tier caterers, bartenders, DJs, and rental vendors - Need Help? - We offer some add-on assistants to help plan and execute your event including: • Facilities Coordinator to assist setting up the space, decor & tablesettings for your event. • Rental Coordinator to assist with ordering outside rentals & coordinating delivery/pick-up. • On-Site Cleaner to assist with keeping tidy, food refresh, and clean up throughout your event. • Security Gaurd to monitor the door, walk people to their cars, and manage guestlists. - A Flexible, Stylish Space for Any Occasion - Our venue accommodates up to 80 guests and is perfect for: • Birthday parties • Corporate offsites and retreats • Team dinners and networking events • Baby showers and family gatherings • Workshops and speaker events • Photo and film shoots • Pop-up dinners and food R&D • Wedding celebrations, rehearsal dinners, and engagement parties - Holiday Rental Rates (Nov 27 – Jan 1) - • Standard Rate (Nov 27 - Dec 23): $375/hour • Premium Rate (Dec 24 - Jan 1): $450/hour ------ EQUIPMENT LIST • WiFi • Wheelchair accessible • One restroom (plus additional nextdoor) • SONOS sound system • Screen & projector available for rent - Tables & Seating - • 1x live edge table (11ft, seats 12) with 2 wooden benches • 2x butcher block tables (8ft, seat 10 each) with 2 wooden benches • 2x cafe tables (3' diam., seat 4 each) with 4 chairs • 3x stainless steel, adjustable height workbenches (w/ adjustable height to use as kids tables!) • 15x extra gun metal chairs • 2x sofas in front lounge • 2x armchairs in front lounge • 1x sofa in main space • 4x ottoman stools in main space • 1x coat rack, 10x coat hooks & 16x storage cubbies - Kitchenware - • Medium-sized refrigerator/freezer combo (12" deep; 40" tall) • Microwave • Convection stove • 2x convection ovens • Food processor • Professional mixer • 4x half-size baking sheets • Soda stream • 3x manual pasta machines • 7x bamboo cutting boards • 30x plastic cutting mats • Assorted serving platters • Cutlery for 35ppl • Plates/bowls/cups/glasses for 35ppl • Wine glasses for 35ppl
Restrooms
Breakout Space
Wheelchair Accessible
Kitchen
Host provided services, items or options. Available at checkout.
We thoroughly clean and sanitize the space before and after each event and have hand sanitizer available and paper towels available. We also include a on-site Facilities Manager to take care of dishes, sanitization and cleanup for the last 30min of your event rental. We're committed to your health and safety while in our space. Thank you!
Guests may cancel their Booking until 90 days before the event start time and will receive a full refund (including all Fees) of their Booking Price. Guests may cancel their Booking between 90 days and 14 days before the event start time and receive a 50% refund (excluding Fees) of their Booking Price. Cancellations submitted less than 14 days before the Event start time are not refundable. Learn more