Oakland is the best snapshot of life in Northern California: the Bay Area city has neighborhoods that showcase its true spirit. The "Bright Side of the Bay" has outstanding food with world-class flavors! Local restaurants serve everything from zesty Mexican tacos and authentic Italian pasta dishes made with garlic and olive oil to Mediterranean food.
Union Square gives you a taste of Italy amid the city's bustle; you'll find arrays of outdoor cafes offering the best cuisine. Upscale restaurants have menus using locally sourced ingredients, and there are also watering holes serving selections of drinks.
The venues are ideal backdrops for weddings, corporate events, and private parties. Find Oakland bars with private rooms; explore Giggster's 20 listings to find a private dining room for your next event.
Many private events call for the clinking of glasses, including a corporate event, an anniversary, and a social dinner party. Giggster can help you book a private event space like our Latin Bar & Restaurant with Patio (Buyout) for your special occasion.
Celebrate your special event in a homey comedy club with a stage, quality sound system, and DJ booth. Make reservations at a spot with themed drink specials and cozy seating elevated by a roast or stand-up comedy show.
Celebrate your party in a corner restaurant with a bar — look for a modern space with indoor and outdoor patio seating and private rooms. It's helpful if the venue has lunch or dinner menus and bar service.
An Oakland home with a cocktail-style outdoor lounge is a beautiful setting for a themed party. Look for a location with a home bar and a fire pit, creating a wonderful place to unwind.
A centrally located intimate den bar is the best backdrop for a game night with a handful of friends. Search for a location with a pool or Mahjong table, board games, and cards.
Exceptional Variety & Quality: Giggster connects you with Oakland's top private dining rooms, beginning from $60 USD/hour. We can help you reserve a lounge that's open daily or a restaurant that can close its doors for your event.
Hassle-Free Booking: Use our website's message option to contact the host. Once you are sure, make your booking with a few simple clicks!
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: Life can happen, and if you need to cancel your booking, you can do so for free up to 24 hours after confirmation. However, this only applies if your booking was made at least 48 hours before the event.
Platform Protections: Giggster offers many add-on options, including cancellation and damage protections and event liability. Select platform protections for a stress-free event.
Oakland has a private dining room for your business lunch, birthday dinner, or everything else! Giggster can help you reserve an ideal setting, and these party and venue pairings can help.
Restaurants – Brunch Parties. An elegant restaurant is the ideal setting for a brunch party. Serve a menu with fresh fruit, fluffy pancakes, savory dishes, assorted juices, and mimosas. Make it a highly attended event by choosing a Victorian or Mad Hatter theme.
Cafes – Informal Gatherings. Host a casual gathering at a cafe, such as a trivia contest or a game night. Cafes serve various dishes, and a select few also have bar menus! Challenge participants with menu-related or pop culture questions, and give winners future discounts.
Mansions – Intimate Events. A warm living room in a stately house or a cozy patio with a BBQ area is an ideal backdrop for intimate events. Ambient and soft background music complements an evening spent enjoying hors d'oeuvres, handcrafted cocktails, and great conversations!
Comedy Clubs – Roast Parties. There's no better place to host a roast party than a comedy club. A cozy, dimly lit setting, casting a spotlight on the stage area, creates the perfect atmosphere. Guests can sip local brews or craft cocktails as they laugh their hearts out following the show.
Bars – Milestone Birthdays. A bar is a great location to celebrate a 21st birthday because you can legally try different drinks! Host a unique gathering in the VIP section, with bottle service, or lease a private bar to make it an incredibly exclusive occasion.
Choosing an excellent special event space is a matter of deciding whether it has qualities that meet your requirements. Can the watering hole tailor the drinks and snacks menu, and is the space large enough? Here are other factors to consider when looking for an event space.
Can the dining room accommodate your guests? Whether a VIP room in a lounge or a private room in a restaurant, the venue should have enough room to accommodate guests and allow room adjustments as needed.
Are there group activities you and your guests can join? Some bars have group activities like trivia contests, karaoke sessions, or even line dancing; it would help if you and your guests could join in on the fun or if the venue could customize the activities for your event.
Does the cafe have flexible rental terms? Our website has a chat option; you can discuss custom pricing options with the host and ask about the listing details.
Advantages
If there's one thing you can be sure about is that Oakland has great food! Restaurants serve Italian pasta dishes prepared from scratch using olive oil and fresh, local ingredients. Local caterers can deliver world cuisines tailored to your dining room event.
Oakland boasts the best galleries and live music venues; visit or attend some of these events to get inspired when planning your dinner party.
The city is accessible to out-of-town guests as San Francisco is a good connecting point for guests flying in from far and wide.
Disadvantages
Oakland has rush hour traffic and few public transportation options. Giggster can connect you with an accessible boozy brunch or cooking location to reduce your commute time.
While Oakland has a mild climate for the most part, cooler temperatures and fog can affect your decision to have an outdoor birthday or cooking event.
Hosting events in a bar always poses some risks, especially with a rowdy crowd and alcohol involved. Check out Giggster's optional damage protection and event liability insurance offers for your peace of mind.
Giggster can help you make reservations at a cozy or centrally-located venue with a knowledgeable team. Once you lock down an ideal space, these tips can help you pull off an epic gathering.
Visit the Venue – Once you've identified potential locations, contact the owner (Giggster has a chat option) to talk about your expectations and set up a visit. A DJ or cover band can make it stand out.
Create a Menu – Create custom drink and food menus with local ingredients. The venue matters because a restaurant, for instance, can provide in-house catering. In a location without a kitchen, get drop-off delivery instead of cooking.
Hire a Planner – Getting help lets you focus on enjoying quality time with friends and family, knowing your event is in capable hands. Most venues handle this aspect in-house, alongside catering and entertainment.
Schedule Entertainment – Fill the gaps with different entertainment options; a karaoke session or trivia competition are top choices. Guests will also enjoy a mixology class to learn to make different cocktails.
Your event expenses come from renting a venue, your guest list, and ordering drinks. Giggster has affordable bars and restaurants around Oakland, helping you reserve a space within your budget. Here are more ways to save money when planning your event.
Plan your event during happy hour.
Happy hour deals can elevate your event with 2-for-1 beer and cocktail discounts. Some venues also provide complimentary appetizers for group bookings, making happy hour budget-friendly overall.
Make weekday reservations.
Friday and Saturday are peak days in most watering holes, and you'll likely pay more to rent a venue then. Early evenings and weekday bookings will often be cheaper so take advantage of these times.
Keep your guest list between family and friends.
A manageable guest list solves most high-cost issues, from renting a smaller venue to ordering fewer drinks.
Are you ready to plan your next special event in one of Oakland's bars with private rooms? Knowing what's available can help you discover the perfect spot. Go through our exceptional listings to reserve your next event location.
