1909 was the most beautiful venue we could have asked for our wedding, and we could not have asked…read morefor a better or more beautiful night. Cristina, the 1909 coordinator, made planning our wedding so much easier. She was so organized and immediately put us at ease, and we're endlessly grateful for all the work she put into our day. Our guests raved about how much they enjoyed the food, and every staff member was extremely welcoming and accommodating. The venue and Cristina truly curated one of the happiest days of my husband's life (and mine!). Thank you, 1909!

My husband and I had our wedding here! It was a gorgeous venue, helpful and kind staff, delicious…read morecatering, and everything went so smoothly! We will definitely be coming back for our wedding anniversary photos, or future vow renewals Thank you for such a wonderful and memorable day!

I just want to thank Dave and the staff for a fantastic brunch, and for the attentiveness and…read morehospitality they showed us all. It was a wonderful experience & I am sure we will be back again. Thank you so much,

I've been coming here for years, and what I really love is that the place is tucked away, secluded,…read moreand has a private feel; it's a romantic and scenic get-away from the busy city and valley. Cafe 24 gets a lot of attention, because it is also outdoors, and dynamic, but this place is more spacious, and family oriented. Coming here for breakfast would probably be the best and service from Susan - who is amazing and considerate - is the cherry on top!

There are places you visit that change you forever. That is how I felt the moment I stepped onto…read morethe sacred grounds of Mermaid Mountain. My best friend and I spent a weekend here, and I have never felt more divine--like the highest version of myself. There is a magic woven into this place, and Bill's kindness feels less like hospitality and more like being welcomed by an old friend. These are the moments I will never forget: singing in the copper tub beneath the stars and full moon, sipping wine until the water turned cold; twirling barefoot through the gardens with my best friend in disbelief that I was lucky enough to stay somewhere so breathtakingly beautiful. The hummingbirds, frogs, and peacocks became companions, and the outside world felt wonderfully far away. I stayed awake nearly all night before leaving because I couldn't bear for it to end. And now, weeks later, I realize something shifted in me. Mermaid Mountain reminded me that I am worthy of opulent and extraordinary experiences. The property is also home to a beautiful butterfly garden lovingly tended by Sergio, who shares his knowledge and offers plants for guests to take home. I brought a few back to my own garden, and now butterflies visit me there, reminding me that places can continue to nourish us long after we've left them. Mermaid Mountain what a hidden gem in sweet Topanga !

Absolutely top rated gorgeous place to get married. The location is nestled in the hills above…read moreTopanga Canyon. If your looking for a place that's small enough to feel like your in a boutique atmosphere yet largest enough to accommodate 40 to 50 guests, this is your place The owner is absolutely generous and accommodating in every way. They offer on site hospitality to stay for the weekend. Rooms are so unique and clean you won't be disappointed Highly recommended!!

Beautiful getaway not far from the city. Perfect if you want to enjoy some peace and quiet in the…read morenature.

Called them today, looking for a venue to host a Sunday Brunch. The owner informed me they don't…read morehost events any longer :(

I suggested Casaléna for lunch because I'd never been and had been curious about it for a while…read more Walking into the garden patio, I immediately understood why the setting gets so much attention. We sat outside surrounded by greenery, large umbrellas, and plenty of natural light. Even with a full patio, it still felt comfortable for a long lunch and conversation. I ordered the Pan Seared Salmon with a pistachio and coconut crust, roasted carrots, and cumin vinaigrette. The salmon was cooked beautifully, and I loved the texture from the crust. The roasted carrots added a little sweetness without competing with the fish. My friend had a salad topped with grilled chicken, and we shared an order of fries. I also had one of their cocktails, which arrived with an orchid garnish and felt perfect for an afternoon on the patio. Service was attentive throughout lunch, and we never felt hurried even as the patio stayed busy. Casaléna also offers valet, which I appreciated given the Ventura Boulevard location. I'm glad I finally checked it out. I loved it enough that I ended up coming back for dinner for a birthday celebration, which probably says more than anything else I could add.

We celebrated our daughter's 10th birthday here, and we had such a wonderful experience! The setup…read moreis absolutely beautiful, with indoor seating, a second-floor indoor area, and outdoor seating. It becomes especially romantic and beautiful around sunset when you're dining outdoors. Overall, we really enjoyed our meal, and our host was amazing--attentive, friendly, and made our celebration even more special. It was a lovely place to celebrate such a memorable occasion!

Over Memorial Day weekend 2014, my husband and I stayed at a b&b in Topanga Canyon and loved the…read morearea. We decided to drive around to see if there were any possible wedding venues that offer an all outdoor space that was rustic, charming, but still classy and elegant. We drove by a sign that said Kelly Gulch, Googled it, saw great photos on their website, called Sally up, and within a few hours was able to stop by to meet her and to view the farm. It was just what we wanted. We reserved it almost immediately and had the best wedding almost exactly a year later, during Memorial Day weekend 2015. Here are things we loved about Kelly Gulch: * Sally's great. She feels more like your wedding mom than a venue coordinator. It helps that she owns and lives on the property because you can feel the love she pours into it. Sally added so many great improvements to the property during the time we reserved and actually had the wedding. Every time we came back to visit, there was something new! * The venue is gorgeous--just look at the photos! It's small enough to create an intimate feel, but large enough to accommodate up to 200 guests. There are lots of trees, Sally's cute farm animals, a beautiful barn, a dressing studio, writing studio, an area for enclosed fire pits, a large parking lot, stunning wood bridges, and lots of other areas for great photo ops. * It's not a wedding mill. Other venues we looked at were very strict--you must show up at x time, clean up by x time, and felt very business-like. That wasn't the vibe we wanted, and we're so grateful we found Kelly Gulch. Sally let us do things like drop off our alcohol a week in advance and flowers the day before to store in her cool laundry area. Having that flexibility really came in handy, especially if you are having a primarily DIY wedding like we did. * Sally doesn't nickel and dime you. If she has something available, she will offer it to you and not charge you for it. For example, she has some tables, signs, drink dispensers, wagons, etc. that we were able to use in our wedding, which helped reduce costs. * I'm not sure if prices have gone up, but Kelly Gulch was reasonable compared to other venues we looked at. We really can't recommend Kelly Gulch and Sally enough. We had a dream wedding on a reasonable budget, and it couldn't have been done without first finding an amazing venue. Our one piece of advice to future brides and grooms is to order more bathroom stalls--at least 4--regardless of your guest count! Pay more if you have to--you won't regret it. We only had two, and I think we served way too many good drinks because there was ALWAYS a line at the restrooms. When one of the two stalls broke down toward the end of the night, that just made things worse. Our lesson learned is your lesson gained!

My wife and I had our wedding here 9/10/23…read more All I can say is the service and Masha were absolutely perfect! Nothing but GREAT service! The food, accommodation, staff were so amazing! They over delivered on everything. All the guests were satisfied & impressed with just top notch service. Thank you for making our day a beautiful day to remember. If I could give 100 stars I would. Thank you again!

Wildly disrespectful to the neighborhood. They repeatedly break noise ordinance rules. It's just so…read moreloud. I've been to plenty of great parties and events and you can't hear loud, thumping music 8 blocks away. Whoever owns this place could invest in soundproofing solutions or simply turn down the music to a normal party level. But they don't. Because they don't care. Don't support this place.

We had our baby shower at Sunset in the 5th, and we couldn't have been happier with our experience!…read moreFrom start to finish, the process was so easy and stress-free. Pam was absolutely wonderful to work with--she was helpful, accommodating, and made the entire planning process feel seamless. One of the things I loved most about the venue was that decorations were provided, which made planning so much easier. It took a lot of the stress out of having to coordinate and purchase everything ourselves, while still allowing us to create a beautiful and memorable celebration. The venue itself was perfect for our baby shower, and our guests had such a great time. If you're looking for a beautiful space that makes hosting an event easy and convenient, I definitely recommend Sunset in the 5th. Thank you to Pam and the entire team for helping make our baby shower so special!

We celebrated our baby's first bday party at this venue this spring. It was a beautiful space. I…read morelove the decor that it already comes with - you really don't have to add much! Centerpieces, runners and the arches are already provided with the venue. Chafers, serving utensils, a fridge to keep drinks/food cool and 3 coolers also come with your venue rental. I took advantage of their dessert cart and I love that cake stands and acrylic stands were all available for use so all I had to do was arrange my desserts. Cake cutting utensils were also provided. The owner, Pam, was super nice and very accommodating. She definitely goes above and beyond to help you have a beautiful and stress free event! Also was easy to get ahold of, easy to communicate with. Venue also comes with a free and large parking lot in the back. Air conditioning was perfect especially here in the Valley, where it can get quite hot! Overall, I cannot recommend this venue enough. A lot of our guests complimented the beautiful space. We will definitely be back for future events!

I've been wanting to try something new with the family, so I've been exploring fun spots around the…read moreLos Angeles area. I recently came across this beautiful place that's hosting Sunday Funday events all summer long, and it looks like such a special experience. Admission is $20 for a family of up to five, and the shows are designed for kids ages 0 to 8. They're fun, interactive, and super engaging, with the performers involving the children throughout the performance. It's such a lovely way to introduce the little ones to live Shakespeare theater in a playful, welcoming setting.

THINGS TO DO IN LA!…read more The Topanga Blues Festival was held at the Will Geer Theatricum Botanicum, which is a beautiful outdoor venue. It's a legendary performing arts center & gardens on Topanga Canyon Blvd. The line up: Javier Matos (Acoustic Blues Master) Bernie Pearl & Friends (Legendary Blues Guitarist) and guest guitarist, Ray Bailey Nora Jean Bruso (famed Chicago Blues vocalist) Dennis Gruenling (world class harmonica virtuoso) Rod Piazza (Blues Harmonica Legend)

We celebrated our Mothers 80th Birthday Party at this venue. After searching and speaking with…read moreseveral venues listed on yelp with higher ratings, I determined that this was the spot! Harriet and her staff were simply amazing and easy to work with. All my questions were answered in a timely manner. The venue was spotless. Food was excellent. Floor manager was respectful and willing to assist with any questions. Overall, I give it a 10 out of 10. The parking lot is secure and easy. The indoor/outdoor space is perfect! Highly recommend and pricing is reasonable. If you are looking for a venue in the Valley- I recommend Encino Banquet & Garden!!!

We had our wedding at the Encino Banquette and Garden and it was AMAZING! The food was delicious,…read morethe venue was so beautiful, and all the staff were so nice and helpful! We have gotten so many compliments on the wedding and people were talking about it weeks after! So much space for people to be inside dancing or outdoors! We had a photo booth and Churros and Funnel cake vendors and they all had so much space to set up. All the guests loved it! So we're so happy with our choice and definitely recommend