EL PASEO BANQUETS
A PERFECT PLACE FOR YOUR BANQUET
El Paseo Restaurant is a federal landmark, and was built in 1922. It is the oldest restaurant in Santa Barbara, and has been the host to many of Santa Barbara’s celebrations over the years.
Exclusive use of the restaurant requires a sales minimum for food and beverage which does not include tax or gratuity. This is not a charge, it is a guarantee that your party will achieve this dollar amount in food & beverage sales.
A PREMIER VENUE FOR SPECIAL EVENTS
HISTORIC OLD TOWN SANTA BARBARA WITH A SPANISH FLAIR
With a seating capacity of 275, El Paseo offers a perfect venue for your wedding reception, quienceañera, or any celebration, with options of buffet or plated dinner! At an average price of $65.00 per person, our buffet provides four appetizers, two salads, starch, vegetable, and four entrees. Plated events include four appetizers, one salad, and three entrées. A dessert bar requires an additional $10 per person (choice of four desserts).
Our bar is customized to what you would like to host; all beverages are charged on consumption. Included are choice of linens, dance floor, exclusive use of restaurant for six hours or up to 11pm (Start time after 4pm on Sunday). Clients are responsible for entertainment, DJ, or band. Clients provide center pieces, flowers, candles, escort cards, table assignments and table numbers for guests, wedding cake, and photographer.
DRINK WITH FRIENDS
MARGARITAS, COCKTAILS, WINE AND BEER
Whether you prefer to enjoy a world-famous El Paseo Margarita (a fastidious blend of Hornitos 100% pure agave tequila, Citronage, and Grand Marnier), select from a unique list of specialty or standard cocktails, sip champagne, choose from our wine list, or an imported or domestic beer, we’re certain you and your guests will be delightfully satisfied. Relax in an environment of colonial Spain, dance on our spacious dance floor, or simply enjoy the company of good friends, family, and new acquaintances, with the flavor of fine cuisine prepared by master chef Alex Castillo and his fine staff, attentive waiters and waitresses, and an atmosphere unrivaled in Santa Barbara.
MASTER CHEF
ALEX CASTILLO ES MUY FAMOSO
Alex Castillo is one of Santa Barbara’s most talented chefs. He has cooked for three United States Presidents and many celebrities and is highly regarded within the culinary world.
