HELP! It's up to us, the parents of the bride to host the rehearsal dinner in S.F. in Sept.! YIKES!!?

Question

Yep, as untraditional as it is, we're hosting the our daughters rehearsal dinner..go figure & please don't even ask! The problem is that since it's a "destination wedding", ALL of the people IN the wedding party (bride/groom incl) & those "extras" (about 35) coming to the wedding & invited to the dinner which needs to be in S.F., (due to hotel parking fees/transportation,etc) we need to find a place that's not over the top price wise (we're also hosting the wedding/reception) and close to the Embarcadero/ Crissy Field area that's decent in price, decent food and can house 35 people.

Bear in mind that Oracle's convention is beginning at that time also. (Date we need: 9/19/08)

Any & alllll local to/close to the Embarcadero eateries would be appreciated as long as they're decently priced.. Not looking for any $30.00 per plate since we're hosting the entire wedding.

Thank you!

Answer 1

I haven't been there in a few years, and all I can think of close by is Alioto's (which might not be too horribly expensive):) ....  You might try asking this in Travel- Dining - San Francisco:) .......good luck!

Answer 2

I live near S.F. and also cater outdoor events. Id think a beautiful diner in September would be down at Christy Field, or even Baker Beach. make it a nice picnic type event with some good family fun. You could also try the Rain Forest Cafe' they may be able to help you with prices but my family and i ate there 2 months ago and the price was $20.00 a person. Try going into Japan town for a great dinner at pocketbook prices awesome food! If you would like more info from me then pm me and ill get you the info you need and we can find a sutible location for your wedding party. You may want to look into booking something at AT&T Park. there is also a man made island restaurant in the bay off of fishermans wharf thats about 40 a person but is awesome! At Pier 39 is Bubba Gump Shrimp company which is very good. Theres a 50's style diner near the Embaracero that has been featured on food network that is outta this world and its very affordable.

Grubstake Diner

1525 Pine Street

San Francisco, CA 94109

Tel: [phone]

Website: http://www.sfgrubstake.com

Joes is all burgers but another great spot

Joe's Cable Car

4320 Mission St.

San Francisco, CA 94112

Tel: [phone]

Website: http://www.joescablecar.com

Or you can also arrange a special meal at the California Culinary Acadamy on Polk.

Good luck and if you need more assistance let me know and ill do what i can!