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We Are Delighted to Offer Our Banquet Facilities in El Portal's Maya Room or Vanessa's Cafe for Your Next Private Event

Located separately from the main inside seating area of the restaurant, the Maya Room is a fantastic private event option. Its maximum seating is 70 people. It can also include the adjacent outside Rotunda to set up a bar and appetizers for a reception prior to your event or to accommodate more guests. The Rotunda can also be rented for private event lunches or dinners. Maximum seating for the Rotunda is 25 people.

Vanessa's Cafe is located just across from the main entrance of El Portal. Vanessa's can seat small groups for meetings or private parties of up to 40 people.

BANQUET EVENTS TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Our banquet spaces are available daily for two time slots: 11:00am - 4:00pm and 5:00pm - Close

Reservation of either the Maya Room or Vanessa's requires a minimum of 20 people and a minimum food and beverage purchase of $600 (Tuesday through Thursday) and $900 (Friday through Sunday) (not including tax and gratuity). The initial deposit of $200 is not considered part of the food and beverage minimum. The minimum number of guests must be guaranteed 48 hours before the event, and charges are applied for that number (or more) but not less. Menu must be finalized at least one week before the event. The second deposit of 25% of the final estimated invoice is due one week before the event. This invoice is estimated and not final. Cancellations must be made at least one week before the second deposit is due. The second deposit is non refundable. The final bill will be presented by the end of your event. Your remaining balance is due at this time. The host will be charged for any damage to our building or equipment that occurs during a private event.

FOOD OPTIONS

For groups of 25 or fewer we can print a special menu that usually includes three entrée choices along with a salad and a beverage consisting of a soft drink, tea, or coffee. For parties of 25 or more guests, we require a buffet service. Dessert can be offered, and we only charge for the number of desserts ordered at $6.00 per order.

Below is a list of entrée options that you may consider. You are welcome to discuss other buffet entrée selections with us. The cost of this type of menu is $28.00 - $34.00 per person plus tax & gratuities.

For alcoholic beverage options, please see Bar Options section below.

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Please contact Armando Ramirez at info@elportalrestaurant.com for any additional questions you may have and to discuss other details of your event (for example, linens, decorations, table settings, etc.).

Thank you for considering El Portal for your next event!

Owners

Abel R. Ramirez and P. Armando Ramirez

BAR OPTIONS

Option #1: Hosted Bar

As host, you will treat your guests to bar beverages. Most people usually choose beer, wine, and margaritas. We charge on a consumption basis. Margaritas will be by the gallon, beer by the bottle, and wine by the bottle. We have a full bar and can add a specialty drink or liquor to your menu.

Option #2: Cash and Carry

Your waiter will serve your guests and charge individually for what they consume. A set up and bartender labor cost of $30.00 per hour will be charged when bar beverages are sold on a cash and carry basis for groups larger than 35 guests. There is no charge if bar beverages on a cash and carry basis are sold by your server to groups of fewer than 35 or if guests purchase from our bar. (Note: Our staff members will temporarily stop serving drinks while serving your buffet.)

Bar Prices

House margarita $145/gallon; Cadillac margarita $165/gallon; specialty margarita $185/gallon

Beer is $10 per bottle and house wine is $20.00 per bottle

* Tax and 20% gratuity will be added to the final bill.

** Prices subject to change and may vary depending on food requests/choices.

*** Parking: Validated parking available. Ask for details.