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Buena Vida Cantina

Buena Vida Cantina

Buena Vida Cantina is located in the heart of San Francisco's SOMA district, within walking distance of the Moscone Center, Union Square, Salesforce Tower and Giants Stadium.

Event Types Welcomed

  • Adult Social Events
  • Corporate Social Events
  • Family Reunions
  • Leisure Travel
  • Professional Meeting / Training / Conference / Retreats
  • Wedding Receptions
  • Youth Parties

About

Executive Chef Erik Hopfinger brings Mexico’s culturally diverse history to the menu by using a variety of regional flavors, traditional spices, and fresh ingredients. Each dish is prepared with the culinary skill and passion we call “The Spice of Life”.

Our cocktail list proudly showcases the margarita at its finest by using all natural ingredients that pair well with our extensive array of tequilas and mezcals.

We specialize in private and semi- private events including corporate luncheons & dinners, wedding & cocktail receptions, after work gatherings, or any type of occasion for groups from 15-150. Our spacious Main Dining Room and modern Parklets offer unique and enticing locations to hold your special event. Buyouts of our entire restaurant are also available. Our goal is to provide you with our congenial professional service and bona fide hospitality to create a memorable experience.

Meeting & Event Spaces

  • Max Capacity: 120 guests
  • Largest Seated Reception: 50
  • Largest Standing Reception: 150
  • Maximum Casual Dining Seating: 50
Full Venue Buyout
Enjoy access to our indoor bar and dining room as well as our outdoor heated parklets. Groups of up to 50 guests can mingle at the bar and parklets before sitting down for an individually plated dinner. Groups of up to 120 guests can host a standing reception with a DJ, mini Mexican bites, and a customized margarita drink list.
Partial Venue Buyout
Partial buyout to include full access of the Main Dining Room. Groups of up to 50 guests can mingle at the bar before sitting down for an individually plated dinner. Groups of up to 80 guests can host a standing reception with a DJ, mini Mexican bites, and a customized margarita drink list.
Parklets
Reserve our heated outdoor parklets for a seated meal or standing reception with room up to 40 guests.

Food & Beverage Options

Main Dining Room
Reserve tables in our main dining room where you can enjoy the ambiance of our lively restaurant.

Catering options

Buena Vida Event Package

Featured Amenities

  • Accessible Facilities
  • Air Conditioning Air Conditioning
  • Chairs
  • Eco-Friendly
  • Flexible Floor Plan
  • Hosted Bar
  • In-House Catering
  • Kitchen Access
  • Linens
  • Near Public Transit
  • Open Bar
  • Outdoor Space
  • Tables
  • WiFi

Venue Location + Transportation

Address

 
860 Folsom St,
San Francisco, California 94107

Transportation

  • BusBus
  • LyftLyft
  • MetroMetro
  • SubwaySubway
  • TaxiTaxi
  • TrainTrain
  • TrolleyTrolley
  • UberUber

Nearby Airport

  • SFO - Twenty Minutes minutes

Nearby International Airport

  • SFO - Twenty Minutes minutes

Nearby Cities

San Francisco

Things to Know

Catering

  • Must Use In-house Catering: Yes
  • External Catering Allowed: No
  • Can Bring in Own Food: no
  • Cultural Catering Available: Yes
  • Food and Beverage Onsite: Yes
  • Do you offer tables, chairs, and linens?: Yes

Technology

Buena Vida has an in-house sound system, and wifi capabilities. Please inquire for any additional AV needs, and someone will direct you to our preferred vendor.

  • Guest Wi-Fi: Free
  • Onsite Tech Support: No
  • Wi-Fi in meeting space: Yes
  • Equipment Available On-Site:
    • Laptops
    • Sound System
    • Custom Lighting

Venue Policies

  • Alcohol Consumption: Yes
  • Smoking Permitted: no
  • Cannabis Industry-Friendly: No
  • Cannabis Consumption: Yes
  • Eco Friendly: Yes
  • ADA Accessible: Yes
  • Family Friendly: Yes
  • Pet Friendly: Yes