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Panoramic views of the Pacific Ocean…

Crashing surf and breathtaking sunsets are the back drops to your Southern California dream wedding. The Beachcomber Cafe offers exquisite menu options paired with stunning picturesque views. The perfect location for any seaside celebration!

With 3 unique locations to host ceremonies and receptions all with gorgeous ocean backdrops. Plan your big day with us today!

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Frequently asked questions

Do you have a site fee for wedding receptions at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during peak season?

$1,450

What is the starting site fee for wedding receptions during off-peak season?

$725

Do you have a site fee for wedding ceremonies at your venue?

Yes

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during peak season?

$500

What is the starting site fee for wedding ceremonies during off-peak season?

$500

Which of the following are included in the cost of wedding catering?

Cake Cutting
Dessert
Server(s)
Wedding Cake

What is the starting price per person for bar service?

$30

Which of the following are included in the starting price for bar service?

Bartender(s)
House Wine
Open Bar

What is the minimum number of guests required to book your venue?

25

How many event spaces or rooms does your venue offer?

4

Describe your venue:

Historic Building
Restaurant

What kind of settings are available?

Uncovered Outdoor

Which of the following wedding events does your venue service?

Ceremony
Reception
Bridal Shower
Engagement Party
Rehearsal Dinner

What event services do you offer?

Bar Services
Catering Services
Event Rentals

What catering services do you offer?

Buffet
Cocktail Reception
Dessert
Hors d'oeuvres
Plated
Server(s)
Stations
Tastings

What bar services do you provide?

Bartender(s)
Cash Bar
Champagne Toast
House Beer
House Wine
Open Bar
Premium Liquor
Signature Drink
Specialty Beer
Specialty Wine

What event items are available?

Aisle Runners
Altar/Arch
Audio Equipment
Chairs
Decor
Lighting
Tables
Tents

What food and beverage items are available?

Barware
China
Flatware
Glassware
Linens

What transportation and access is available?

Parking
Shuttle
Wheelchair Access

What months are included in your peak season?

April
May
June
July
August
September
October

What months are included in your off-peak season?

January
February
March
October
November
December

Reviews of The Beachcomber Cafe at Crystal Cove

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Abbie Sent on 05/11/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Outstanding service and professionalism by all! A dream wedding......many thanks to all who helped! Believe me I noticed....the food was outstanding and we had so many compliments about the great wedding food!
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Fiona Sent on 04/27/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Erin and the staff at Beachcomber made our destination wedding absolutely perfect! I organised our wedding from Australia and Erin made me feel confident my wedding day would be all that I wished for! Every detail was exactly as we had discussed and the staff were happy and attentive to all of our guests. The location is amazing and our day was completely stress free thanks to the team at Beachcomber. We now have many wonderful memories of our wedding day which we will treasure for many years to come. I would highly recommend the whole team at Beachcomber to any future bride and groom.
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Meghan Sent on 04/04/2016
5 out of 5 rating
We selected the Beachcomber Cultural Deck as the site for our wedding ceremony and reception. This was one of the best decisions we made. It far exceeded our expectations in every way. The deck overlooks the ocean and provided us with a gorgeous view of the sunset and the sounds and smells of the ocean. The food was fantastic from the appetizers that were walked around during cocktail hour to the lobster crab boil for dinner all the way to dessert. Our guest are still talking about how good the food was. We had many guests that were gluten free and the beachcomber helped us to come up with options to make our menu almost completely gluten free. What truly made the beachcomber a great pick as our venue was the staff. We coordinated all of our details with Erin from the Beachcomber. She was extremely accommodating, had very good suggestions, helped us problem solve any issues, always responded in a timely manner and truly helped to make our wedding go very smoothly. This venue was spectacular, the food amazing and the staff genuine. Our wedding was absolutely perfect!
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Allison Sent on 04/03/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Working with Erin was an absolute breeze!! She fulfilled our every desire despite having to negotiate all the red tape that goes along with booking a state park for a wedding reception! We loved our venue choice and working with Erin was a definite added bonus.
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Jameson Sent on 03/18/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Erin Wurtz was absolutely amazing to work with! Planning a wedding is a lot of work with a lot of tough decisions, and she was there every step of the way to guide us. The day was perfect, we couldn't be happier with how everything went, and our friends and us had a blast! Thank you Erin for your patience, guidance and positive attitude!!! Too bad we can't get married more often! Don't worry we will find an excuse to work with you again!!!
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Rebeca Sent on 02/10/2016
5 out of 5 rating
Erin Wurtz and the catering management team at The Beachcomber Cafe made our event go off without a hitch! The planning process was smooth and they were super helpful via email and over the phone, always answering any questions that we had. They made our vision come to life and gave us alternatives in case the weather didn't permit us to hold the event outside. The food was incredible and all our guests enjoyed the atmosphere as well as the friendly staff!

We were SO pleased with our engagement party turned out! It was the perfect ambience for our vision: beachy formal. All our guests thought it was TOP NOTCH and so happy to have been invited!

THANK YOU ERIN & BEACHCOMBER TEAM!!!
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User2439543 Sent on 11/23/2015
5 out of 5 rating
The help we received in planning and executing the wedding diner for our daughter at The Beachcomber Cafe at Crystal Cove was stellar. They helped us through every step, from getting the State license for using the Park and planning a beach side dinner for 100 guests. The service was on point as we were never lacking for anything. I highly recommend this venue. I enjoyed the personal attention we received from the catering department, with Erin leading the way and making sure all was in order. A great time was had at a beautiful venue.
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Ann Sent on 11/22/2015
5 out of 5 rating
We had an intimate wedding of 50 on the cultural center deck and it was just beautiful. This venue is perfect for anyone that wants to be near the ocean but not on the sand. The venue can hold more but if you're doing the ceremony and reception there, I'd keep it under 75. Food is great and the staff was excellent. Erin Wurtz was easy to work with and very responsive. Everything went smoothly day of. The state park is a little difficult to deal with and they charge you a lot! I think we ended up spending $4,000 between all the fees, monitor, and parking with them. They tell you to prepay for parking for guests ($15 per car) but if you're having an evening wedding, the lot opens up after 8p and guests can leave for free. What a waste of money we spent on that! It's worth it to pay for the shuttle to transport guests to and from the parking lot though. I would do it all over again here in a heartbeat.
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Stephanie Sent on 11/16/2015
5 out of 5 rating
Everything about our wedding at Crystal Cove State Park and services provided by The Beachcomber was perfect. Erin Wurtz made our special day a cakewalk. She was fantastic to work with and went above and beyond to help us out. I truly cannot say enough nice things about her and her staff.
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User2428595 Sent on 11/16/2015
5 out of 5 rating
This was an intimate 80th Birthday Open House celebration for 80 people, catered at the Beaches Cottage at Crystal Cove State Park. Erin and her Beachcomber Catering staff were professional and accommodating. The food was prepared perfectly, beautifully presented, non-stop, and WONDERFUL... no one left hungry. In fact, no one wanted to leave at all! Thanks to Erin's hard work. And the fellow managing the catering that day. Was a perfect day at the beach for our friends and families. Thank you.
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Awards

38
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2016 Winner
WeddingWire Couples' Choice Awards 2012 Winner

Professional Network & Endorsements

1 Endorsement
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A beautiful costal venue with a staff to match. Very professional, great food, light atmosphere. Highly recommend.

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The Beachcomber Cafe at Crystal Cove frequently asked questions

The Beachcomber Cafe at Crystal Cove includes the following items and services in its wedding catering costs:
  • Cake Cutting
  • Dessert
  • Server(s)
  • Wedding Cake
The bar service starting price at The Beachcomber Cafe at Crystal Cove includes:
  • Bartender(s)
  • House Wine
  • Open Bar
The space offered by The Beachcomber Cafe at Crystal Cove for wedding events is known for:
  • Historic Building
  • Restaurant
The Beachcomber Cafe at Crystal Cove offers the following indoor/outdoor options for weddings:
  • Uncovered Outdoor
The Beachcomber Cafe at Crystal Cove offers the following types of wedding events:
  • Ceremony
  • Reception
  • Bridal Shower
  • Engagement Party
  • Rehearsal Dinner
The Beachcomber Cafe at Crystal Cove offers the following services for wedding events:
  • Bar Services
  • Catering Services
  • Event Rentals
The Beachcomber Cafe at Crystal Cove offers the following furniture and decor items for weddings:
  • Aisle Runners
  • Altar/Arch
  • Audio Equipment
  • Chairs
  • Decor
  • Lighting
  • Tables
  • Tents
The Beachcomber Cafe at Crystal Cove is recommended by 89% of couples who have used their services. Their overall rating is 4.4 out of 5 with the following breakdown: 4.6 in quality of service, 4.6 in professionalism, 4.5 in average response time, 4.4 in value and 4.2 in flexibility.

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