Here's a closer look at San Francisco/Northern California's newest eateries, drinking spots, hotels, conference areas, private rooms, and other spaces available for events this spring. The new and renovated San Francisco-area venues are available for corporate parties, weddings, fundraisers, outdoor functions, business dinners, team-building activities, conferences, meetings, and more.
Appellation Lodi – Wine & Roses Resort and Spa
In May, culinary-driven hotel brand Appellation will unveil Appellation Lodi – Wine & Roses Resort and Spa. This marks the first operating property for Appellation, as the brand transforms and takes over the beloved Wine & Roses wine country retreat. The hotel will continue to welcome guests for stays, dining, and spa experiences during the phased renovation, which is expected to be conducted through late spring. The property features six venue spaces spanning 7,000 square feet, including the Garden Ballroom and lush gardens. The resort can host events for up to 350 guests, with catering from new on-site restaurant Americana House, which sources ingredients from the resort’s own culinary gardens, in addition to local farms and vineyards. Property enhancements also include newly manicured outdoor spaces, from charming patios with outdoor fireplaces to more than 6,000 square feet of lawn turf.
Photo: Courtesy of Appellation Lodi – Wine & Roses Resort and Spa
Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley
The minds behind luxury brand 1 Hotels are also behind Treehouse Hotels, which describes itself as a "carefree, nostalgic" brand offering more laid-back experiences. This month, Treehouse opened its third location and first in the U.S.: Treehouse Hotel Silicon Valley. Located in Sunnyvale, Calif., the property features 111 guest rooms (with plans to expand to 254) and Valley Goat, a restaurant led by Stephanie Izard, a James Beard Award-winning chef and the first woman to win Top Chef. The design of the hotel is inspired by Sunnyvale's agricultural roots, as it was once a place covered in vast apricot orchards, fields of grapes, fig trees, and wild pastures. To honor this, the grounds have been planted with hundreds of native oaks, redwoods, and fruit trees, alongside more than 20,000 plants. Treehouse Silicon Valley can also accommodate a variety of gatherings. It offers more than 7,000 square feet of meeting and event spaces, including the Marigold Boardroom, The Vale, and the showstopping glass barn.
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Timbri Hotel San Francisco
In December 2024, Timbri Hotel San Francisco opened its doors as part of the Curio Collection by Hilton, offering a retreat in the heart of the city’s Mid-Market neighborhood. The 12-story, 236-room property features a green-infused color palette that pairs well with its modern greenhouse-inspired architecture. The hotel features a rooftop bar and terrace, four different dining spaces, and a fitness center with top-of-the-line equipment. Throughout the property, Timbri Hotel San Francisco showcases an extensive art program featuring works by Bay Area artists and tastemakers including Sasinun Kladpetch and IwamotoScott Architecture, as well as a partnership with Root Division to feature rotating pieces from local artists in the coffee shop. For groups, the hotel offers 6,250 square feet of indoor and outdoor meeting and event space, including a rooftop solarium (pictured) with panoramic views of the city skyline and a 2,000-square-foot hospitality suite with an adjoining terrace.
Photo: Courtesy of Timbri Hotel San Francisco
Sipeos Café & Bar
Sipeos Café & Bar, located in Walnut Creek’s Broadway Plaza, opened its doors in November 2024, offering a plant-forward, California-Mediterranean menu; seasonal ingredients; and a thoughtfully crafted selection of zero-proof and low-ABV cocktails. Originally launched as an e-commerce platform featuring a curated selection of nonalcoholic beverage brands, founders Hetal and Dhruma Shah—Walnut Creek residents who embraced an alcohol-free lifestyle—saw an opportunity to create a hospitality experience where everyone can gather and enjoy vibrant, health-forward options. The space can seat 70 and features an outdoor patio.
Photo: Hardy Wilson
Señor Sisig
Beloved Bay Area Filipino fusion spot Señor Sisig opened its fourth location in January. The new digs are located at Thrive City, the community entertainment destination outside Chase Center and the home of the Golden State Warriors. The concept is renowned for its bold and flavorful Filipino tacos, burritos, nachos, and more. New features include a dedicated DJ booth and a VIP section for private events; expect a welcoming atmosphere perfect for pregame or pre-concert gatherings.
Photo: Daniel Beck
