Rent a dinner venue in San Mateo, CA

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Bright Studio Space in Downtown San Mateo

Central San Mateo, CA

5.0 (149)

65 guests

From 
$145
/hr
4 hr min

Industrial urban roomy

Lyon Hoag, Burlingame, CA

70 guests

From 
$250
/hr
4 hr min

Open Flex Space for Intimate Events in Prime Downtown San Mateo Location

Central San Mateo, CA

5.0 (1)

50 guests

From 
$129
/hr
4 hr min

Private Heated Outdoor Patio in Downtown San Mateo

North Central, San Mateo, CA

150 guests

From 
$950
/hr
2 hr min

State of the art space showcasing beautiful paintings and a wonderful ambience overlooking Burlingame Avenue.

Downtown, Burlingame, CA

5.0 (10)

75 guests

From 
$120
/hr
2 hr min

State of the Art space showcasing beautiful paintings and a wonderful ambience.

Foster City, Foster City, CA, CA

4.9 (14)

60 guests

From 
$90
/hr
2 hr min

Spacious & Sunny Clubhouse with Kitchen

Burlingame Gardens, CA

4.7 (21)

40 guests

From 
$230
/hr
3 hr min

Artistic Garden Backyard Sanctuary at a Half Acre Private Home

Carollands, Hillsborough, CA

5.0 (2)

100 guests

From 
$495
/hr
3 hr min

Elevated Special Events Space Main Floor Buyout

Downtown, Burlingame, CA

40 guests

From 
$500
/hr
2 hr min

Full Buyout Elegant Modern Tavern & Cocktail Venue in the Heart of San Mateo

Western Hills, San Mateo, CA

75 guests

From 
$400
/hr
4 hr min

Bright Multi-Purpose Space with Floor-to-Ceiling Windows

East San Mateo, CA

100 guests

From 
$100
/hr
1 hr min

CORPORATE EVENTS: Versatile, Convenient Lounge

Foster City, CA

4.1 (8)

33 guests

From 
$75
/hr
2 hr min

Wonderful Ice cream cafe and lounge

Central San Mateo, CA

49 guests

From 
$185
/hr
3 hr min

Full buyout Tavern centrally located on the Peninsula.

Belmont, CA

5.0 (20)

130 guests

From 
$50
/hr
2 hr min

San Carlos Downtown Private Lounge

San Carlos, CA

40 guests

From 
$150
/hr
3 hr min

Semi-private Mezzanine for Events in Burlingame

Downtown, Burlingame, CA

5.0 (1)

45 guests

From 
$350
/hr
2 hr min

Private Mezzanine in Downtown Burlingame

Downtown, Burlingame, CA

35 guests

From 
$250
/hr
3 hr min

Beautifully designed, mid-Peninsula lounge with indoor and outdoor space.

Central San Mateo, CA

5.0 (13)

60 guests

From 
$200
/hr
4 hr min

Open, Artistic Event Space w/ Breakout Rooms in San Mateo

East San Mateo, CA

4.8 (31)

30 guests

From 
$125
/hr
3 hr min

Reserved Area in Elegant Modern Tavern & Cocktail Venue in the Heart of San Mateo

Western Hills, San Mateo, CA

30 guests

From 
$400
/hr
2 hr min

Peaceful Clubhouse Event Space with Water Views

Foster City, CA

4.8 (63)

35 guests

From 
$115
/hr
2 hr min

Private Upstairs Dining Room in Urban Winery

San Carlos, CA

5.0 (24)

40 guests

From 
$150
/hr
4 hr min

Spacious Backyard With Heaters & Firepit!

Easton Addition, Burlingame, CA

100 guests

From 
$300
/hr
3 hr min

Trendy Lounge w/ Breakout Space in San Mateo

East San Mateo, CA

4.8 (94)

25 guests

From 
$125
/hr
3 hr min

Full Buyout Local Industrial Chic Restaurant in Downtown Burlingame

Downtown, Burlingame, CA

159 guests

From 
$1,250
/hr
4 hr min

Ping Pong Hall

Ingold - Milldale, Burlingame, CA

45 guests

From 
$150
/hr
1 hr min

Creative Antique Mystical space with Whimsical Funk

Belmont, CA

70 guests

From 
$125
/hr
2 hr min

Host your next gathering with a complete kitchen, lounge furniture and TV

South San Mateo, CA

5.0 (1)

15 guests

From 
$115
/hr
2 hr min

Private Kitchen Space, Dining, or Meeting Space in Downtown Redwood City

Centennial, Redwood City, CA

30 guests

From 
$100
/hr
4 hr min

Sunny Poolside Clubhouse in Downtown San Mateo

Baywood - Aragon, San Mateo, CA

4.0 (1)

25 guests

From 
$90
/hr
3 hr min

Open Kitchen+Dining+Living Space Full of Natural Light - Warm, Industrial, Modern

Burlingame Hills, CA

5.0 (10)

30 guests

From 
$199
/hr
4 hr min

Private Room in Spacious Industrial Chic Winery

San Carlos, CA

5.0 (6)

270 guests

From 
$1,000
/hr
4 hr min

Rail Club Bar & Lounge Formerly Carlos Club

San Carlos, CA

88 guests

From 
$100
/hr
2 hr min

Intimate Mezzanine Secret Room for Events

Downtown, Burlingame, CA

5.0 (12)

10 guests

From 
$150
/hr
2 hr min

Perfect Entertaining Clubhouse & Terrace Space

Centennial, Redwood City, CA

4.2 (9)

35 guests

From 
$175
/hr
4 hr min

Unique 4000 Square Foot Open Indoor Space

Woodside Plaza, Redwood City, CA

260 guests

From 
$500
/hr
2 hr min

Frequently Asked Questions

Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary Peerspace booking data, reflecting recent booking activity and the latest data available through October 2026.

How much does a dinner venue cost to rent in San Mateo?

Dinner venues in San Mateo average $122 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for. For a space on the smaller side, expect to spend closer to $152, whereas larger venues run about $360 per hour.

How long do people rent dinner venues in San Mateo?

Most dinner venues are scheduled for 5 hours, with 32 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Dinners starting between 12:00 PM and 1:00 PM.

How popular are dinner venues in San Mateo?

Our local hosts have welcomed 1126 people into their dinner venues with reviews averaging 5 stars. 100% of guests said they'd book again.

What's the best day to rent a dinner venue in San Mateo?

Saturdays are the most popular day for booking dinner venues in San Mateo.

Reviews for dinner venues

Rami B.
Unique Retail Showroom Meeting/Event Space
This venue was amazing. The host set it up perfectly for us. It was spacious and is perfect for networking or dinner event. It is very beautiful and made for great party pics...
Anum B.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
was a great host, very communicative when we had a booking conflict and also provided great recommendations on places to get food from. My breakfast catering also came early and Susan was able to receive it and set it up...
Jenny C.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
work productively. The bathroom and kitchenette was convenient to have in one room. The group made use of the mini bar and enjoyed the breakfast pastries! Susan was as accommodating as ever and stayed on top of communication with me the entire coordinating process, even on vacation!! The patio area...
Jenny C.
Buckham Room: Multi-Purpose Meeting, Event, and Performance Room
Great Venue with lots of space. The kitchen area is a plus. Thank you, Chase
Joy G.
Bright & Airy Studio for Photography & Video
This was a wonderful experience for everyone at my dinner party it was beautiful space easy to find and the hosts were amazing I will definitely book with them again such friendly hosts...
Melissa G.
Bright Studio Space in Downtown San Mateo
The indoor/outdoor layout worked beautifully—taco bar and dining tables outside, with the bar and cocktail tables inside for easy mingling and conversation. The kitchen setup (sink + fridge) made handling extra food and drinks seamless. Highly recommend for anyone hosting a social event and wanting a space that flows effortlessly...
Leina L.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
conference room was in a very convenient spot in downtown San Mateo, spacious and had all of the necessary amenities. The option to order/have breakfast set up, a stocked mini fridge and coffee, tea was very convenient and kept the team charged for the all day meeting. Susan was very...
Leina L.
Large Conference room plus 2 Private offices with Smart video conferencing in Downtown San Mateo great for off-site meetings
The venue was spacious and a great space for a large external meeting with plenty of space for breakfast and lunch catering. We did have a bit of an unexpected power outage, but Susan moved quickly to find our team a new space. We imagine this was just a huge...
Alec M.
Perfect space for Team Meetings, presentations, executive meetings, product launches and offsite retrieve with additional lounge area and Private small room
with Caltrain nearby and convenient onsite parking. Susan and the team greeted us warmly and facilitated a seamless setup for our meeting. The delightful breakfast spread and fresh macaroons added a charming touch to our experience. Overall, our visit was nothing short of exceptional, and we can't wait to...
Josue P.
Beautiful Estate
was an amazing host who was friendly, accessible, and helpful throughout the entire process. I would 100% use this space for another event. The kitchen was perfect for catered food, the Sonos sound system throughout the home was excellent to give the event a fun soundtrack, and the chandeliers and...
Diana R.
**Great Modern Downtown Private Entire Office Space**
very welcomed and comfortable all the time, it had everything we needed and more. I do recomment the add-ons of soft drinks and breakfast, it was awesome to start our morning with a fresh breakfast. The hosts are great and very attentive to our every need. Great location with...
Otto R.
Downtown Lounge with Cozy and Unique Atmosphere
family is so grateful for your expert assistance and your beautiful venue. The lounge at Bobabia was an amazing space for our memorial reception dinner. The space is lovely and has all the special perks, like the projection screen, a spotify connection, and a microphone. This dinner space was directly...
Tobin R.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
day, but luckily, all was OK!). The space was perfect for our group, a close in location to lots of restaurants for lunches and dinners and outside meetings between our long working days. Would certainly book again...
Tobin R.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
day, but luckily, all was OK!). The space was perfect for our group, a close in location to lots of restaurants for lunches and dinners and outside meetings between our long working days. Would certainly book again...
Tobin R.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
day, but luckily, all was OK!). The space was perfect for our group, a close in location to lots of restaurants for lunches and dinners and outside meetings between our long working days. Would certainly book again...
Tobin R.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
day, but luckily, all was OK!). The space was perfect for our group, a close in location to lots of restaurants for lunches and dinners and outside meetings between our long working days. Would certainly book again...
Santa S.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
My team absolutely LOVED this location! Private parking, large windows, outside seating, private bathroom and a little kitchen nook area. It was perfect! The host, Susan was such a delight to work with. Susan responded within the hour for every question or changes we had to our meeting. The location...
Nancy T.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
This was such a great space for our corporate offsite. The add-on options for breakfast and beverages were so convenient. Clean, communicative host, easy parking. Highly recommend...
Shirley W.
Warm, Urban Space in Downtown San Mateo One Block from CalTrain
able to have a working offsite, head off to another part of downtown for a fun activity, and then back for happy hour and dinner, all within pleasant walking distance. Susan was very easy to communicate with to get everything set up before the event, including catering, and then to...
Kara Y.
Modern Conference Room great for off-site team meetings with access to patio in Downtown San Mateo
felt safe knowing my team was in excellent hands. Space: Amazing, comfortable, everything you could need and want to easily host a team. Amenities, breakfast, paring, etc. The team gave rave reviews. 100% will book again and again. tysm...

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Updated October 17, 2026Our data is refreshed in real time using booking trends, verified guest reviews, and direct partner updates — with additional quality checks from our team.