Reception luncheon in LA/OC (sans wedding)

[segura]

My fiance and I just got engaged and are probably going to elope, but we want to celebrate with a luncheon for family and friends upon our return. We are hoping to have a luncheon on a Sunday afternoon at a restaurant -- preferably one with a nice atmosphere and/or view and good food. Does anyone have good suggestions for restaurants that can accommodate between 150 - 180 guests? Because we are dispensing with the whole ceremony we would rather have our party at a restaurant versus a banquet room.

[bosanova99]

Ca del Sole in North Hollywood has a beautiful private room that opens up onto a private patio with a fountain. I had my 40th there and it was very special.

[josephnl]

I'm thinking something along the coast would be nice, but aside from a hotel, I doubt that many restaurants would consider shutting down for lunch. But perhaps....

I would inquire at:

Balboa Bay Club, Newport Beach
Rusty Pelican Restaurant, Newport Beach
The Cannery, Newport Beach
Surf and Sands Hotel, Laguna Beach, top floor/rooftop room

All have terrific views and reasonably good food.

[PeterL]

Esp on a sunday few restaurants are willing to close for sunday brunch. Now if OP would settle for a late lunch (after 2:00), then I am sure restaurants would be interested.

[I got nothin]

Many restaurants are willing to close for lunch on a weekend, IF you are willing to pay at least $15,000 in advance. For example, Cannons in Dana Point.
http://www.cannonsrestaurant.com/sp-e...

[segura]

Thanks all! These look like great suggestions.