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Mon-Thurs 11:30am-8:30pm
Friday 11:30am-9:00pm
Saturday 11:00am-9:00pm
Sunday 11:00am-8:30pm

LOCATION

4210 N. Cabrillo Hwy (Hwy 1)
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019

PHONE
650-712-0245 - Restaurant
650-712-0234 - Takeout

HALF MOON BAY OCEANFRONT

Beach Weddings

Looking for a romantic oceanfront setting for your special day? Voted “Best Waterfront Dining” and “Best Seafood in the Bay Area” by San Francisco’s Best of the Baylist, Sam’s Chowder House in Half Moon Bay offers breathtaking sunsets, a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean and delectable cuisine. From your oceanfront Half Moon Bay beach wedding ceremony and reception, to your rehearsal dinner or engagement party, Sam’s is the perfect setting for your perfect day.

Wedding & Reception Spaces

Sam’s Chowder House in Half Moon Bay has multiple different wedding venue, event and banquet spaces to choose from, each featuring gorgeous ocean views. Are you envisioning a beachside seafood feast? Or a cozy, intimate indoor reception? However you are picturing your perfect coastal wedding day, we’re here to help you make it happen. Browse our banquet facilities and event spaces options below and view our weddings photo tour.

Wondering if the tides will allow you the perfect beachfront ceremony? Visit saltwatertides.com to view average times that the high and low tides have occurred on your particular day so that we can help plan your perfect ceremony.

Please note that each event space has different food and beverage minimums. To learn more, contact our Director of Private Dining at 650.712.0245 x4 or events@samschowderhouse.com.

beach wedding arbor and wood walkway covered in rose petals
bride and groom during wedding ceremony on beach at golden hour
bride and groom seal their vows with a kiss at oceanfront wedding on the beach
bride and groom saying their wedding vows on Sam's oceanfront lawn
wedding ceremony on the beach with seating for friends and family
groom and bride walk hand in hand at beach wedding
sunny evening beach wedding ceremony in progress
groom and bride celebrate on beach after wedding

Wedding Ceremony Location

Whether you are looking to exchange your vows beachfront with your toes in the sand, or on a beautiful lawn overlooking the ocean, Sam’s has the perfect spot for you.

Wedding ceremonies on the beach include white wooden chairs and a white wooden arch, and pricing is available upon request. If you are interested in purchasing other décor, flowers and more, Sam’s can also provide recommendations.

Mavericks Room private dining event space with ocean and harbor view

Mavericks Room

The indoor Mavericks banquet room is a great spot for a rehearsal dinner or bridal shower. The corner room is surrounded by windows that point out to the infamous Mavericks surfing waves just beyond Pillar Point Harbor. The semi-private room also provides a prime spot for enjoying Sam’s beautiful sunsets.

The Mavericks Room seats up to 20 people or can accommodate up to 16 people for a standing reception.

Harbor View Room

Perfect for an intimate wedding reception, with a sweeping view of the Pacific Ocean and Pillar Point Harbor, the Harbor View banquet room provides stunning views and amazing sunsets.

The Harbor View room offers you the best of both worlds with inside seating and beautiful views of the Pacific ocean for your guests to enjoy, while indulging in scrumptious seafood. The Harbor View banquet room also provides direct access to our North Patio (booked separately), so your guests can sip cocktails on the patio before sitting down to enjoy their meal.

The Harbor View room seats up to 54 people or can accommodate up to 75 people for a standing reception.

Ocean Terrace ocean view room tables set for wedding reception
Ocean Terrace indoor table setting for wedding reception
groom and bride in their designated seats at wedding reception
cupcakes on three tier serving tray
wood net floats provide rustic seaside decor
newlyweds cutting wedding cupcake
floral centerpiece in blue glass jar

Ocean Terrace

With breathtaking northern ocean views, the Ocean Terrace is perfect for a romantic wedding reception directly overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Delivering the best of both worlds, this “indoor-outdoor” banquet room comes complete with cozy heat lamps, an overhead roof, and large sliding doors, to keep your guests warm while they enjoy the feel of the outdoors and fresh scent of the ocean.

Directly outside the Terrace is a patio space that overlooks the Pacific Ocean, perfect for sipping cocktails while enjoying glorious sunsets. (NOTE: Outdoor spaces booked separately, not included in Ocean Terrace rental). The Terrace can be used in conjunction with the outdoor patio space (booked separately) for a great Reception/Dinner combination.

The Ocean Terrace seats up to 35 people or can accommodate up to 75 people for a standing reception.

Beachfront Lawn

Sam’s Beachfront Lawn is a grassy outdoor area directly below the restaurant, facing the ocean, and just steps away from having your toes in the sand. The Beachfront Lawn is accessible from a wooden stairway that leads down to the property below Sam’s. The area is a wonderful location to exchange your vows, or get married on the sandy beach below and have your reception just steps away on the lawn. It’s also a great place to enjoy Sam’s authentic Lobster Clambake.

The Beachfront Lawn seats up to 100 people or can accommodate up to 120 people for a standing reception.

North Patio

The North Patio directly overlooks the ocean with a view of the harbor and is a great location for an outdoor lunch or dinner. The patio can be optionally tented for more weather protection, and is a great location for a bridal shower, wedding reception, rehearsal dinner or other special events.

The North Patio seats up to 40 people or can accommodate up to 55 people for a standing reception.  The Middle West Patio area can optionally be added to seat an additional 20 people.

South Beach Bar

Sam’s South Beach Bar provides a fun and festive banquet area, perfect for a wedding reception, rehearsal dinner, bridal shower or party of any kind. This “Beach Surfer Shack” has become a favorite party spot as it is equipped with ocean view counter tops, patio seating, and overhead heaters. The outdoor bar area is a great venue to enjoy a live band and music for your special event. Extensive patio seating makes it the perfect location to experience Sam’s authentic Lobster Clambake

The South Beach Bar seats up to 60 people or can accommodate up to 80 people for a standing reception.

Wedding Location Buyout

Sometimes when you have a large group it’s hard to find a space that accommodates everyone…you may often need the whole place! Or maybe you’re looking for a truly unique oceanfront wedding venue to fit your party theme? Sam’s offers our entire restaurant and patio so you can turn it into your own personalized party space. From surfer style to elegant evening, we can help transform Sam’s to be the ideal venue for your special event.

CONTACT US ABOUT WEDDINGS, RECEPTIONS, REHEARSAL DINNERS, ENGAGEMENT PARTIES, BRIDAL SHOWERS & MORE

PHONE: (650) 712-0245 x4
EMAIL: events@samschowderhouse.com