206 North Santa Cruz Avenue, Los Gatos CA 95030
When it comes to classy restaurants to have a rehearsal dinner at in the San Jose area, Forbes Mill is as gorgeous as the town that it is in. The service is always first-class and the menu is full of tender prime steaks and fresh seafoods to choose from. Rehearsal dinners are especially great at Forbes Mill Steakhouse because their private room has independent climate controls to keep family and friends comfortable as well as a built-in presentation screen that rolls out of the ceiling for those who want to show video montages or display photos of the bride and groom. Email Forbes Mill for all wedding rehearsal dinner reservation information.
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1820 Barber Lane, Milpitas, California
Brandon’s Restaurant is the perfect place for upscale rehearsal dinners and wedding receptions. This elegant restaurant has several private banquet room options for those who want an unforgettable wedding event. Brandon’s Restaurant serves incredible chophouse style cuisine and is known for some of the best prime rib, chicken and seafood in the Silicon Valley. This 4-star award-winning restaurant is located inside The Beverly Heritage Hotel in Milpitas, making it a convenient location for wedding dining for family members from out of town.
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An Intimate Restaurant Nestled in the Saratoga Village
14583 Big Basin Way, Saratoga CA 95070

1.888.286.7194
If you are planning a wedding in Saratoga or Los Gatos, Sent Sovi is a beautiful location for wedding rehearsal dinners. From the fine dining service to the impressive wine list of domestic and French wines from local and small family purveyors, this rehearsal dinner restaurant in Saratoga is sure to please your family and friends. Sent Sovi can accommodate 30-60 people in the main room and 6-30 in the private Wine Cellar dining room, and complete audiovisual equipment is available for everything from background music to the ever-so-popular life montage of the bride and groom-to-be.
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Romance, Fantasy, Fun and Entertainment
41 East Gish Road, San Jose CA 95112

1.408.512.3264
Menara Moroccan Restaurant has the capacity to serve its delicious cuisine to parties of up to 300, making it an excellent choice for wedding parties and rehearsal dinners. This San Jose restaurant is perfect for traditional Moroccan wedding celebrations or for any large groups looking for a unique dining experience. Live belly dancing will entertain guests while incredible food is enjoyed. There is definitely a reason that Menara has been open since 1977, and anyone who has held a large event at this San Jose gem can attest to its brilliance.
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Extraordinary Events
140 West Main Street, Los Gatos CA 95030
When looking for a beautiful Bay Area wedding venue, the Opera House in Los Gatos is a choice to remember. This historic building adds a touch of Victorian elegance to weddings and receptions, and complete wedding coordination services are available. This incredible Los Gatos banquet hall can accommodate up to 350 guests for sit-down dinners and up to 450 for receptions.
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A Real Find for Food and Fun!
565 University Ave., Los Gatos CA 95030

1.408.335.4633
Email Campo di Bocce
When the moon hits your eye at Campo di Bocce, that's amore! Reserve a couple bocce ball courts and order up a few appetizers before you sit down for a fantastic Italian dinner at Campo di Bocce. With plenty of room to relax indoors and outside, Campo di Bocce in Los Gatos is one of the Silicon Valley's most exciting event facilities. Serving traditional Italian dishes and offering a great selection of imported Italian wines, this restaurant is a great rehearsal dinner idea.
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200 Gateway Place, San Jose, California
Spencer's for Steaks and Chops has a wonderful private dining room which can accommodate large parties. The classic ambiance is a perfect setting for rehearsal dinners. The banquet coordinator at Spencer's can help create custom menus filled with delicious menu selections for any party. Only minutes from Downtown San Jose, Spencer's is conveniently located near Milpitas, Santa Clara and Sunnyvale.
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Beautiful All-Inclusive Wedding Venue
50 Los Gatos/Saratoga Rd., Los Gatos, CA

1.888.583.0061
Los Gatos Lodge has large banquet facilities for wedding rehearsal dinners. Not far from a number of wineries, churches and popular wedding venues in and around Los Gatos, Los Gatos Lodge is a great place for friends and family to gather for a wedding rehearsal dinner. Complete wedding packages are available at Los Gatos Lodge.
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99 East San Fernando Street, Downtown San Jose
Located in Downtown San Jose, Fahrenheit is a great place to begin and finish your wedding rehearsal dinner. Enjoy phenomenal World Cuisine for dinner and stay late for cocktails and socializing. With a separate lounge and dining room, this San Jose rehearsal dinner restaurant is sure to be a hit. Email Fahrenheit for banquet inquires.
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100 W San Carlos Street, San Jose CA 95113
Located on the ground floor of the Downtown San Jose Marriott hotel, Arcadia is one of San Jose's world class restaurants. Executive Chef Michael Mina describes as Arcadia's cuisine as "modern, innovative twists on classic American dishes." The Dry Aged Slow Roasted Prime Rib is to die for and for the adventurous diner, Arcadia's signature entree 'Lobster Pot Pie' is a cuisine masterpiece. Valet parking is available at the Marriott. Call for reservations and availability.
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72 N. Almaden Ave., San Jose CA
Sabor Restaurant welcomes private dinner party reservations and offers catering services, making it a convenient choice for wedding rehearsal dinners and receptions. The modern, upscale design and décor lend a sense of elegance to special wedding occasions, and the banquet facility is sized to comfortably host large groups and gatherings. An outdoor patio offers lush landscaping and mood lighting, so summer weddings can take advantage of San Jose's warm nights and let guests mingle and meet outside. With luxurious accommodations and tasty tapas fare, Sabor Restaurant's modern elegance suits special events and makes nights memorable.
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90 South Second Street, San Jose, California
The Loft is one of the most comfortable banquet facilities in Downtown San Jose. Enjoy being served hors d'oeuvres on their roof-top patio with great skyline views of the Silicon Valley. With a full service bar and dining room, the Loft is ready to help wine and dine bridal parties and entire families. With an option to reserve the whole dining room for private events, this restaurant is perfect for rehearsal dinners and casual wedding receptions. "Dine-Up" and create wedding memories at the Loft.
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Quattro at 4 Seasons Palo Alto
Palo Alto CA
Tel. 1.650.566.1200
The 4 Seasons has a classy and luxurious reputation and the Quattro restaurant does not deviate from that standard. Featuring contemporary Italian cuisine and fine boutique wines, Quattro in Palo Alto can accommodate parties indoors as well as on their patio. With natural rich hardwood floors and an airy dynamic ambiance, Quattro is Palo Alto's premiere restaurant for rehearsal dinners.
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City Bar and Grill in the San Jose Hilton
Downtown San Jose CA
Tel. 1.408.947.4444
White table cloths, polished silver and crystal clear wine glasses are ready to greet you and your wedding party for an elegant rehearsal dinner. Don't let the name fool you, the City Bar and Grill is one of San Jose's top-notch restaurants. If you are looking for a fine dining atmosphere, call the City Bar and Grill's banquet coordinator for availability. Catering is also an option with the City Bar and Grill. With a creative, yet familiar approach on cuisine, everyone is sure to be pleased.
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Kyoto Palace
Pruneyard, Campbell CA
Tel. 1.408.377.6456
Looking for excitement at your rehearsal dinner? Teppan style dining has got to be the most exciting and interactive style of dining. With a chef cooking dinner right in front of you and your guests, everyone is sure to be in awe. Let the chef chop and flip each course before your eyes and watch your dinner come to life. Before you know it, your whole wedding party will be entertained as well as satisfied with a great meal.
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