Need Upscale Restaurant in L.A. for Xmas Dinner for 30 people Private Dining Room

[Hughlipton]

I have been assigned the task of putting an annual Chrismas dinner together for about 30 people. Want something upscale and really would prefer a private room. Any thoughts out there?

[Hughlipton]

Thanks for all the suggestions. Vibrato looked good but was booked the night I wanted. Going to go with Pinot Bistro in Studio City.

[balzachertz]

Cafe Pinot downtown, absolutely beautiful setting in the Maguire Gardens next to the Library

[revets2]

PATINA has a lovely side room that will accomodate at least 30.

PROVIDENCE, an even better choice, has wonderful private room options.

JAAN, at the l'ermitage BH.

[zinFAN]

Check out Ciao Trattoria on 7th Street. I don't know what the minimum number is to reserve the banquet room, but at night with a lit Christmas tree, it's stunning.

The food's not bad either. haha

[mattesq]

Campanile has a private room upstairs . Not sure if it would seat 30 guests though.

[kotter]

Giorgio Baldi is one to avoid, especially if you believe yesterday's LA Times review.

[jeffrey7471]

try Akwa in Santa monica they have a private room in the back

[tdo ca]

Hotel Bel Air - room next to the dining room (down the corridor, across from the patio) - 4 tables for 8, great food, service (and holiday atmosphere that time of year)

[Francesca]

Sorry, yet another one: Vibrato is beautiful and has a nice room upstairs.

Please keep us posted on what you decide to do.

[Francesca]

or Il Moro.

[Francesca]

Go to French 75. Festive.

[ipsedixit]

If Santa Monica is not too far west, try Melisse.

www.melisse.com

[Suger Jones]

I went to a company party at Ca Brea quite a few years ago. It was upstairs in a private room and the food was excellent. The party was about 30ish and it seemed like the perfect sized room for the group.
Ca Brea on La Brea near 3rd.

[JBC]

Some people believe that Giorgio Baldi is the best Italian restaurant in this Uberopolis? It is my understanding that they have a private dining room that might fit your group's size?

Girogio Baldi
114 W. Channel Road
Santa Monica (Canyon)
[phone]

Note: Yes, I know, it's not in your requested area; but it would be worth the drive!

[revets2]

have you eaten here? definitely not the best italian even on channel road!

also, LAT's 10/4 review:
http://www.calendarlive.com/dining/cl...

[Ciao Bob]

I have been to, and hosted, about 10 private parties in Baldi's private room and never heard anything but raves from guests regarding the quality, quantity and service. I have even found the price to be quite acceptable for large groups (80 and up pp depending on wine selections)and for the quality.

I am not Tom Cruise nor am I a Hollywood heavyweight. I am not a superstar rock/rap/pop musician nor a current (or past) President of the United States. Though I have seen all of these types enjoying themselves immensely at GB's. The Lobster specials (so flamed in that article) is one of the best things I (and several other discriminating palates I have dined there with) have ever eaten.

I have (usually, actually) waited for a table (despite making reservations) but I have never been turned down for a reservation, just asked to alter my time which is relative there anyway - you wait unless you are one of the aformentioned movers and shakers but usually not more than 10-15 minutes and NOT one second for a private party. The wait sucks, but IMHO worth it compared to most other Italian joints around town.

[yogachik]

I'll second Chez Mimi. I've been to a couple private dinners in the back room, off the patio, and it's very cozy and nice.

[JonInLA]

Vincenti in Brentwood has a private room that seats around 30 I think. I have been to a party there before was very nice and warm. They put to gether a great set menu with 4 or 5 courses.

[perk]

How about Chez Mimi? She has some lovely private rooms with fireplaces that would be especially nice during that time of year.

[revets2]

location?

[Hughlipton]

Downtown, Beverly Hills, Valley.

[wilafur]

our firm had our xmas dinner at spago quite a few moons ago (roughly 25 people). it was fantastic!

[Jesdamala]

Don't know about private rooms,think they do have space, but Lawry's The Prime Rib on La Cienega. We have celebrated Christmas eve many a year there...the perfect kind of food! Yummmmmm.