"There is a light that shines special for you and me..." - The Light by Common…read more ~ THE AMBIANCE ~ Are we in the Bay or are we in Hawaii? Newport Beach? Is this even Vallejo? Karlo and I toured two other venues before visiting the Lighthouse well over a year ago and immediately fell in love with the lush greenery, the palm trees, and the view overlooking the water. The Lighthouse felt like a destination even though it's in the Bay Area. It truly is a hidden gem and we got a lot of questions from our guests as to how we found this place. As a kid, I would often go to Suisun for the weekends with my Lola (Grandma) to visit family. The Carquinez bridge was pretty much the halfway point to getting home or to my Aunt's place - Crossing the Bridge and seeing the C&H Sugar factory served as a marker and indicator for me that I was almost home or almost there. At the venue, there is a pathway that leads to a lookout point where you'll see both the bridge and the sugar factory, and it was then we knew that we were going to get married here. ~ THE VENUE ~ The venue has two lawn areas which naturally lend themselves to a ceremony or cocktail hour space. It's absolutely beautiful. We had our ceremony on the East Lawn (smaller lawn area to the left when facing the Lighthouse from the parking lot). It has a downward slope which made for an amphitheater like setting. We used the green palms as a backdrop for our ceremony and to be honest - it's beautiful as is even without decor. The bigger lawn area is where we had our Cocktail hour and it was the perfect setting and large enough to host 92 guests. We wanted an all in one space where we could have the ceremony and reception at one place, and the Lighthouse offered that. The indoor banquet hall fit our guest count and the windows all around gave a spectacular view to the marina and the sun set. The only downside is the four pillars that hold up the Lighthouse as it does block the view in certain angles especially when my husband and I had our first dance; however, guests got out of their seats to have a closer look. The kitchen also isn't a full kitchen so be aware of this. There's no stove to cook on or to keep food warm, and there is no ice machine. This one didn't really affect us as we had paella catered and everything was done outside on the paella pans and burners. The biggest selling point is the inn upstairs which accommodates up to 8 guests. Our brothers have younger children and we knew that this would be most convenient for them as the kids nap/are in need of a diaper change/need an area to pump. We had two guests who needed to pump and it was nice to be able to offer a comfortable place for them to do so in privacy without having to take up a bathroom stall in the hall. The inn is well equipped, the beds were comfortable, and the decor is tasteful and we loved how history was incorporated in the small touches. It really made for beautiful getting ready photos and was such a pleasure to wake up to a view like that. ~ THE PEOPLE ~ As if the venue is not enough, the people behind the Lighthouse are truly the heart of it all. Crystal, Maggie and Alma like a what lighthouse does, guided us throughout the planning process, checked-in and made sure we were okay throughout the evening. They were so kind through it all and even made sure that my elderly parents were comfortable as mobility is an issue. We booked our vendors based on two things: kindness & connection, and we will never take for granted the hospitality they have offered us both leading up to our Wedding day and on the day-of. Thank you for everything! All in all, if you're looking for a one-of-a-kind, intimate venue, the Lighthouse is it. My husband and I are already looking forward to planning another event here in the near future!

The Lighthouse is an amazing location for any event , but this was the perfect event space for our…read morewedding . I cannot stress enough how great of an experience the planning process and day of was for my husband and I. The beautiful location and event space created a magical backdrop for all of our guests. Many of whom commented on how they loved the location with unbeatable views. Throughout the planning process , we worked with Maggie and her attention to detail and bright personality made the process fun and exciting. Maggie was always reachable by email, text, and call. She and Alma were there the day of the wedding to make sure everything went as planned . Working with them was so easy and they truly made our day even more special. We had a Thursday wedding and the accommodations to the upstairs living space was a perfect photo op spot for the "getting ready" photos , but also allowed our small family to have an intimate dinner the night before to mentally prepare. We found such marvelous vendors on their preferred list. And could not have been happier with the services provided. All that being said, I highly recommend working with the lighthouse to create a highly personalized experience for you and your guests for your next upcoming occasion.

I didn't choose this venue but not because he quoted me $3500for the space only. The turn off was…read morethe shrine upon entering the disarray of the space; he had no pictures of events to share how the space could be transformed ....just stinky warn dirty carpet and a messed up parking lot. Oh it would be $8000 full service event for 100 people. Boy Bye Not on the side of the freeway adjacent to an encampment.

I booked my wedding reception here and so glad that I did pick this place. We had a blast on our…read morewedding reception. Everyone love the food and the place. It was excellent experience with owner Paul and Christie the decor lady, she work with you and work on your wish. I highly recommend this place to everyone.

I had a contract with a venue (Vallejo women's club) since September 2024. My wedding was last…read moreSaturday, June 21, 2025. We had a contract with the venue for 1500 my contract was not respected at all. I was forced to pay 2000 on the spot.Also she told me over the phone she'll meet me at the venue at 8am but she didn't show up until 9am and we were all in distress. Coming towards the night we started cleaning up the new management arrived 11:30 while me and my family were still cleaning. We still had until 12 she came. We had a discussion. She didn't like what I said. I didn't like what she said. The venue was pretty much at this point clean. Outside had a little bit of garbage, Nothing major. (My brothers were taking care of outside ) The " Management" expected us to scrub the concrete outside ( the entrance) . They did not provided anything We can use to scrub. Everything at my event starting from toilet paper to napkins to trash bags I brought from home. She refused to give me my deposit and ended up, kicking me out without allowing me to clean up outside. A little backstory I was able to find out the person I had made His name is "Greg" My contract with in September was apparently fired because they had some differences with the new management " Lori " Unfortunately, customers like me were basically being dragged into their feud, because they couldn't act like grown-ups and speak about their differences unfortunately we are paying the price because of their lack of communication I also heard I am not the first person they've done this to and unfortunately, I feel like I won't be the last

This place is not recommended, no answering machine or voice mailbox available because no one…read moreanswers the phone. Correspondence terrible. Been trying them for a week now, stop no answer.

Jen is amazing! She is super friendly, thorough and very easy to reach. I appreciated too that she…read morewas textable -- it worked great with me being at work and still able to coordinate things. She also gave me a heads up with all the roadwork/bridgework getting done. I'm not a local so this also was super helpful to inform guests of. I have to shoutout Sandy and her husband Miguel. They are super sweet and attentive. I loved the both of them so much. Overall we had a great time. The mansion is beautiful, the weather is great, and my guests, family, and friends loved it. I am very grateful for all their help in making me and my husband's day special.

We had our wedding ceremony at St. Peter's Chapel and the reception at the Admirals Mansion and…read moreeverything was amazing! Working with Jen on coordinating everything went smoothly and she was very responsive. The onsite staff (Sandy, Miguel, and Andrea) were so nice and helpful, we loved them and were very impressed with everyone. They made our day so specia!

Great for wedding and family gatherings. I have used this venue on many occasions. This is a…read morebeautiful clean area. Greater Vallejo Recreation.

Had my Son's wedding at Dan Foley Cultural Center!! Miss Roslynn Brown was wonderful, very helpful…read moreand communication with her was Awesome!! Staff were very friendly and attentive! The place was big enough for the 250 guests that we had. Thank you Roslynn & your entire staff!! Photos of the wedding attached

Lots of details about this interesting corner of the Bay Area provided by our guide Dan G. He was a…read morewealth of information, pretty funny and as a local was able to share a lot of perspective on the islands changes. Great day trip and I wish we had more time to poke around.

Wonderful tour led by Jim. History + nature! A great morning spent on the island…read more For people who are looking to visit the Naval Museum on the island, it is no longer open, but this tour is operative and you get to see the naval chapel and walk around the area. I was originally looking for information about the museum and arrived at this page: https://www.mihpf.org/tours. I hope this will help you find their tour options and dates! All digitalized, no fuss. And it turns out I was the only who signed up for today's tour, and they did not cancel on me because of that. I really really appreciated it. One last thing, the money you spend on the tour goes into helping this foundation : ) Yay!

Our experience at the Vino Godfather Winery was absolutely fantastic. From the moment we walked in,…read morewe were greeted with warm smiles and exceptional service. Tom & Joey were incredibly knowledgeable about their wines and took the time to explain each one in detail. The wines themselves were exceptional - some of the best I've ever tasted. We ended up purchasing a few bottles and becoming members. The ambiance of the winery was also lovely, with beautiful views of the vineyards and a relaxed, inviting atmosphere. Overall, I can't recommend Tom & Joey at the Vino Godfather Winery enough. It was truly a memorable experience and I can't wait to visit again. If you're looking for a top-notch wine tasting experience, this is the place to go. five stars all the way!

Festival going on today. Food Trucks, Music and Vendors.. Lots of people and pets. Music is awesome.read more

Redwood Empire Whiskey Bar absolutely delivers--this place is the perfect mix of great whiskey,…read moresolid food, and a really cool, laid-back atmosphere. From the start, the vibe stands out. The space is really spacious with that clean, industrial feel, and it's incredibly comfortable to hang out in. Between the big windows and views into the distillery, it feels elevated without trying too hard. I also did the tour, and it was fantastic. Getting to see the distilling process up close added a whole new layer to the experience and made everything you taste feel more intentional. The whiskey selection is seriously impressive. I went with a tasting flight, which was a great way to explore their lineup--from smooth, approachable pours to more complex, higher-proof options. You can tell a lot of thought goes into both the whiskey and how it's presented. The cocktails were also a highlight. Super well-balanced and not overdone. The Old Fashioned-style drink I had was spot on--clean, strong, and exactly what you want at a whiskey bar. Food-wise, everything hit. The oysters were fresh and paired perfectly with the drinks, and the hot dog + tots combo was simple but done really well--definitely exceeded expectations. Overall, this is one of those places that works for any kind of visit--whether you're diving into a full tasting or just stopping in for a drink. Great space, great whiskey, and an experience I'd absolutely come back for.

Tasting room employee Markus is a shining example of why not everyone is suited for a customer…read moreservice role. I watched him be incredibly rude to multiple customers; yelling at them to get in line, brushing off their questions. My husband and I inquired about a walk-in barrel tasting, and he said he would see about getting us in ONLY if we signed up for the whiskey club under his name. We opted to order drinks from the bar instead. Later he came up to our table and asked loudly "DID YOU FILL OUT MY FORM?", when we said no he replied "I THOUGHT YOU WANTED TO GET INTO THE TASTING." It was beyond absurd. I have supported Redwood Empire for years through my local stores. I reached out to the brand via their website about this experience and never received a response. Thankfully there's no shortage of distillers in northern California with quality products and better customer service.