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Private Dining Guide

These private rooms and dining services are ready to treat you like family and provide food every bit as good as your own holiday fare— without the stacks of dishes at the end.

Private Dining Guide
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Being with family doesn’t always have to mean being at home. Not every kitchen can handle the whole clan, and sometimes the occasion calls for going out. These private rooms and dining services are ready to treat you like family and provide food every bit as good as your own holiday fare— without the stacks of dishes at the end.

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Rancho Valencia 

Far from ordinary, simply perfect. Rancho Valencia is a renowned and favored destination in north San Diego County, with a variety of stunning indoor and outdoor dining and event venues – from our sumptuous Terrace Room and Wine Cave, to our airy and lush outdoor garden locations, our individually designed private spaces provide the perfect backdrop for parties and events of all sizes.

Book your next private party or retreat at Rancho Valencia and enjoy the exceptional 5-star service and luxury your event deserves. Rancho Valencia’s inspiring, romantic and unique event and dining space opens through windowed doors to spacious outdoor patios and terraces surrounded by verdant foliage. Let Rancho Valencia curate your perfect private event.

  • Forbes 5-Star rated Resort and Spa providing exceptional service across our

  • 45-acre Spanish Colonial hacienda-inspired enclave

  • Stunning indoor and outdoor private dining spaces

  • Local and sustainably-sourced Coastal

  • Ranch cuisine with customized private dining menus

  • Providing privacy and exclusivity for parties of any size

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Roy’s Restaurant

Situated on the grounds of the Marriott Marquis, Roy’s San Diego offers sweeping views of the marina and San Diego Bay. From our intimate Wine Room to our breezy outdoor lanai to full restaurant buyouts; we have the perfect space for your next event.

Our menu, seasonally inspired, is an artful fusion of bold Asian flavors and classic French preparations, brought together to create Roy Yamaguchi’s signature Hawaiian Fusion cuisine. Enjoy one of our signature tropical cocktails or allow us to craft a custom cocktail just for your guests. Complete your dining experience with a selection from our expansive wine list. For an event they’ll rave about, we invite you to experience Roy’s San Diego.

  • Open daily for lunch and dinner
  • Multiple private and semi-private spaces for groups of 10 to 500
  • Dedicated private dining director to help plan your perfect event
  • Custom menus and cocktails available
  • State-of-the-art audio-visual equipment
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Puesto At The Headquarters 

We love parties because we believe every day should be a party. A party at Puesto at The Headquarters can be an intimate dinner in our loft or a family-style fiesta for 50 in the main dining room. Invite 400 of your closest friends for a lively reception with tray-passed tacos and margaritas. The restaurant includes two patios and two semi-private indoor spaces, which can be filled independently or combined to accommodate any number of partygoers.

  • Variety of spaces accommodate both seated and standing fiestas
  • Excellent menu offerings with trophy tacos & perfect margaritas
  • Close proximity to downtown and lodging
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Puesto Mission Valley 

A party at Puesto in Mission Valley can be a cozy gathering in one of our PDR’s or a family-style fiesta for 68 on the patio. The restaurant can accommodate up to 500 for the party your colleagues will be raving about for years. The restaurant includes two patios and two private indoor spaces, one of which includes A/V capabilities. The space also includes incredible views of our iconic bar and award-winning brewery.

  • Two private spaces plus a variety of semi-private options
  • Ample free parking in lot right outside
  • Experienced event team will create a Puesto Perfect Fiesta for you
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The Marine Room 

San Diego’s iconic Marine Room recently unveiled a refreshed dining room and new oceanfront Lounge at The Marine Room. There are now even more spaces to celebrate every occasion. From intimate group gatherings to large receptions, this surfside venue accents events with a masterful Coastal California menu, combining the region’s freshest ingredients with innovative culinary flair. Plan inspired gatherings at this landmark destination where no matter the occasion you and your guests will leave with a new perspective.

  • Private and semi-private spaces from 12 to 200
  • Menus curated and customized by Executive Chef Mike Minor
  • Polished service for lunch or dinner from seasoned staff
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The Shores Restaurant

Step into a SoCal paradise at La Jolla Shores Hotel and Restaurant where jaw-dropping ocean views are paired with fresh and sustainable Baja-inspired cuisine. Sip curated cocktails and craft beers just steps from the sand at a variety of unique event spaces. Groups of any size can be accommodated on the new beachfront lawn, open-air patios or the private, ocean view Acapulco deck. Bring the whole gang and make memories at this seaside escape.

  • Private indoor and outdoor venues from 40-300 guests
  • Event coordination from our friendly and experienced catering team 
  • Customized and creative menus to accommodate all event types
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The Bayside Lounge & Bar 

Reserve our Bayside Lounge for an interactive dining experience. Enjoy beautiful views of the Marina while savoring handcrafted cocktails and light fare from the award winning, Marina Kitchen. Enjoy an interactive gaming experience with our Topgolf Swing Suites, adding an element of fun, playful competition to your private event. Equipped with carnival classics, jewel jam, hockey, baseball, golf and more, Bayside Lounge is the perfect venue for your next soirée.

  • Enjoy views overlooking the Marina
  • Play from a variety of interactive games
  • Enjoy light bites and handcrafted cocktails
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Garibaldi 

Garibaldi offers an event space unique in San Diego, featuring a “secret” entrance, completely unobstructed ocean views, and a perfect marriage of locally sourced ingredients with Southern Italian beverages and recipes. Garibaldi is an ideal location for receptions up to 120 guests, or seated meals for up to 60 guests. Event menus feature specialty action stations, buffets and plated options. Inspired by Sardinia and California sunshine, Garibaldi is the ideal location for VIP corporate events and rehearsal dinners.

  • Private indoor and outdoor space
  • Ocean sunset views and rooftop experience
  • Unique, speakeasy style entry

 

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The Secret to a Home That Feels Just Right

Behind every beautiful space is a thoughtful process, and ASID San Diego is helping homeowners understand the value of professional design.

The Secret to a Home That Feels Just Right
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A perfectly designed home rarely happens by accident. Those kitchens that feel effortless and rooms that seem to tell a story the second you walk in? They’re usually the work of someone who knows exactly what they’re doing.

It’s knowing which ideas will actually work, which materials will hold up over time, and how to turn a collection of choices into a space that feels intentional. That’s where a professional interior designer comes in.

For the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) California San Diego Chapter, the goal is to help people see interior design as more than just the finished look. Behind every well-designed space is a process built on technical expertise. Designers are educated in everything from professional software and construction details to building codes, space planning, materials, and functionality.

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“People don’t always realize how much goes on behind the scenes,” Kirsten Recce , current president of the ASID California San Diego Chapter, says. “Our designers are not just doing furniture placement and color selection and picking out new fluffy pillows. That’s not what they’re trained for.”

ASID members bring formal education, continued learning, and industry knowledge to their projects, helping create spaces that are not only beautiful, but designed to work. A paint color that changes completely depending on the lighting. A material that looks beautiful in a showroom but doesn’t make sense for everyday life. A layout that photographs well but doesn’t function for the people living there. These are the details where professional guidance can make all the difference.

Still, one of the biggest misconceptions about hiring an interior designer is that it’s reserved for massive renovations, luxury homes, or people who already know exactly what they want. The process can feel intimidating. Where do you begin? Is a designer worth the investment? What if you only need help with one room?

ASID’s answer: start with one hour.

ASID’s Spruce Up events break down one of the biggest barriers between homeowners and professional design: knowing where to begin. Held twice a year, the community program gives homeowners the chance to work directly with an ASID designer through a one-hour, $125 consultation in their own home. Whether you’re looking for advice on furniture placement, window treatments, kitchen and bath updates, remodeling ideas, vacation rentals, color selections or something else entirely, the upcoming September 2026 event offers an approachable way to get expert guidance before committing to a full project. Signups are open through Sept. 7, with consultations taking place Sept. 21 through Oct. 31. Proceeds benefit ASID San Diego’s educational and community programs. Register here!

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“It’s a great opportunity for people who are in that exploratory phase,” Recce says. “Maybe they’re not sure they want to hire an interior designer yet, or they think it sounds daunting or expensive. This gives them a chance to discover what working with a designer is actually like.”

Design is personal. A good designer isn’t just creating a beautiful room; they’re helping create a space that fits the way someone lives.

“We’re a resource to all of San Diego County,” Recce says. “It doesn’t cost anything to pick up the phone and call and ask. We’ll answer.”

Follow ASID San Diego on Instagram, LinkedIn, and Facebook for updates on upcoming events, or connect with the chapter directly at [email protected] or 619-548-8847.

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New Beginnings

A new program guides new moms through high-risk pregnancy and into the “fourth trimester”

New Beginnings
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Mai Vue was just 34 weeks pregnant when she delivered her baby. Her pregnancy had been complicated, and she’d had a recent second trimester pregnancy loss, which led to her receiving specialized care from Sean Daneshmand, MD, a Scripps Clinic perinatologist who oversees high-risk pregnancies. Dr. Daneshmand and his team took care of Mai during her pregnancy, through the birth of her healthy baby girl and beyond. Mai was part of a program Scripps launched to provide support to new moms in the weeks and months after delivery. The postpartum program, known as Scripps Health’s Fourth Trimester Continuum of Care, provides care for women with high-risk pregnancies to optimize their health after childbirth and reduce the risk of complications in future pregnancies. Click here to learn more. 

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Partner Content AUGUST 17, 2026

Leading the Way in Skin Cancer Care

Scripps Clinic’s Mohs surgery center is one of the most sophisticated in the country.

Leading the Way in Skin Cancer Care
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It’s estimated that one in five people in the U.S. will develop skin cancer at some point in their lives. When you factor in living in a sun-soaked city like San Diego and the outdoorsy lifestyle that comes with it, that figure can jump to as high as one in three, which makes early detection and intervention all the more important. Dermatologists at Bighorn Mohs and Dermatology Center are using innovative imaging methods and advanced surgical techniques to diagnose and treat skin cancer. For certain cancers in sensitive spots, like the face, dermatologists perform Mohs surgery, removing skin tissue layer by layer until reaching healthy, cancer-free tissue. They also use a process called immunohistochemistry to view tissue samples taken during Mohs surgery in far greater detail than previous methods. Read more about how Scripps is advancing skin cancer care here.

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Partner Content AUGUST 17, 2026

A Real Ironman

Scripps Cancer Center helps an endurance athlete overcome his greatest challenge yet and get back in the race

A Real Ironman
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When endurance athlete Isaac Sanchez learned he had cancer, he felt blindsided. He was healthy, surfed often and was training for an Ironman triathlon. But he had to put that on hold to undergo treatment. His physicians at Scripps Cancer Center developed a plan to treat the cancer in his tonsil and lymph nodes that included six-and-a-half weeks of near-daily radiation and weekly chemotherapy. He also worked with a Scripps Cancer Center dietitian to enhance his nutrition to promote strength and healing. Today, Isaac’s back to doing what he loves. Read more of his story here

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Partner Content AUGUST 17, 2026

New Options for GLP-1 Users

Scripps study shows that some patients may be able to taper their dose and maintain results

New Options for GLP-1 Users
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While glucagon-like peptide-1 (GLP-1) receptor agents have been used to treat Type 2 diabetes for more than 20 years, their recent emergence as weight-loss wonder drugs marked a new frontier in medicine. But their effectiveness has left some patients wondering what to do once they’ve reached their goal. Stopping the medication could mean regaining some, if not all, of the weight. A Scripps Clinic internal medicine physician recently conducted a small study of whether GLP-1 patients who had reached their goal weight could maintain that weight by taking their regularly prescribed injection every other week instead of weekly. Spoiler alert: 30 of 34 patients did. Read more about the study here and what that may mean as pharmaceutical companies roll out oral GLP-1s.

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Partner Content AUGUST 12, 2026

Theranostics: New Hope for Patients with Metastatic Cancers

Innovative treatment could offer cancer patients new options with fewer side effects

Theranostics: New Hope for Patients with Metastatic Cancers
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Chemotherapy and radiation have long been considered gold standards of cancer treatment, but they can cause severe side effects. A promising new approach called theranostics—a combination of “therapeutics” and “diagnostics”—could offer patients with certain types of metastatic cancers new hope. It’s a two-step process that uses a drug that binds to specific receptors on cancer cells. Advanced imaging detects this radioisotope, allowing doctors to then use a second radioisotope that binds to the cancer cells and destroys them. Click here to learn more about how specialists at Scripps Cancer Center are using theranostics.

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