Moscone Convention Center is one of San Francisco’s biggest convention venues where employees from all over the world come together for some of the most prominent conferences. Having so many people in your industry in town at the same time is the perfect opportunity to reach your target audience with a unique event to highlight your company and brand!

Make it Mariko is an all women of color led experiential events agency based in San Francisco’s South of Market (SoMa) district only one block away from Moscone Center! So naturally we know all the best spots to host any event before, after, and during Moscone Center conferences. Some examples of what kind of events we can do:

VIP Cocktail Parties
Client Happy Hours
Team Lunches
Intimate Client Dinners
Curated event experiences

If you’re looking for a team who can create a fun event experience near Moscone Center, look no further, we’ve got you! With all our events, we focus on uplifting people of color, women owned businesses, and local creatives.

See below for our list of favorite SoMa venues to host your next corporate event near Moscone Center.

*Businesses are listed in no particular order.

447 Minna St (Make It Mariko Studio!)

A hidden gem just blocks from Moscone, 447 Minna is home to Make It Mariko’s creative studio space. The venue features a downstairs Black Box Theater—a versatile blank slate with professional lighting and AV, perfect for panels, performances, or private events. For larger gatherings, you can do a full venue buyout to include our cozy upstairs studio, ideal for lounges, breakout sessions, or creative activations. A community-focused venue with soul, perfect for unique offsite experiences.

Perfect for: Panels, brand activations, creative workshops, networking events, VIP lounges, performances
Capacity: 80 seated, 150 standing (with full venue buyout)
Walking Distance from Moscone: 10 min

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poc owned
NONPROFIT

Sushi Hashiri

For a high-end, intimate dining experience, Sushi Hashiri delivers a truly elevated event. Known for its exquisite omakase menu and sleek design, the space features a private dining room perfect for executive dinners or VIP gatherings. You can also do a full restaurant buyout for a luxe and exclusive culinary experience, all just minutes from Moscone.

Perfect for: VIP dinners, investor meetings, luxury client experiences, intimate celebrations
Capacity: 12 seated (private room), ~30 seated (full buyout)
Walking from Moscone: 11 min

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poc owned

Burma Love

Located on the vibrant Mint Plaza, Burma Love offers a flavorful and inviting space for private events. You can do a full restaurant buyout or reserve one of their intimate indoor dining areas or outdoor patio. With bold Burmese flavors and a chic, modern aesthetic, this spot is perfect for offsite dinners, welcome receptions, or team celebrations just a short walk from Moscone.

Perfect for: Welcome dinners, client appreciation, team celebrations, small networking mixers
Capacity: ~90 seated (full buyout), smaller groups of 20–30 for semi-private spaces
Walking Distance from Moscone: 12 min

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POC-OWNED

54 Mint Cucina Romano

Tucked away on Mint Plaza, 54 Mint is a rustic Italian restaurant that oozes charm. Host an elegant dinner in the intimate downstairs dining room, enjoy a lively happy hour on the outdoor patio, or buy out the full restaurant for a stylish and memorable event. With authentic Italian fare and a cozy ambiance, it’s ideal for client dinners, networking receptions, or post-conference unwinds.

Perfect for: Executive dinners, networking events, intimate gatherings, happy hours
Capacity: ~80 seated (full buyout), 30 seated (downstairs private room)
Walking Distance from Moscone: 12 min

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 Victory Hall

This woman of color owned bar is the perfect place for a laid back happy hour or a big celebration! The food is always delicious and the staff is fun. You can have a small intimate party in the back room or you can buy out the whole place. Victory Hall is spacious yet intimate with a patio to catch some fresh air. 

Perfect for: Big celebrations, parties, happy hours
Capacity: 170
Walking Distance from Moscone: 13 min

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woman owned
poc owned

Trellis Co-Working & Events

This gorgeous co-working space is perfect to host a sunbathed luncheon or a glowing cocktail hour. Trellis staff is easy to work with and you are sure to have a seamless event here. In addition to the built-in bar and the huge skylight, Trellis has private conference rooms that you can use to have small breakout rooms for a single day team retreat. They also have plenty of monitors to activate for presentations or interactive displays. 

Perfect for: A luncheon or dinner, small conferences, happy hour, single day team retreats
Capacity: 200
Walking Distance From Moscone: 11 min

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woman owned

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (YBCA)

Yerba Buena Center for the Arts (aka YBCA) is a spacious venue with a walkable art gallery. The lobby has sculptural details and a plethora of natural light. Forum is a bigger space with endless possibilities. YBCA is one of our favorite venues for so many reasons: central location, their expert production team, and all the beautiful artwork inside. 

Perfect for: Banquets, Presentations, Single or multi-day conferences or festivals, exhibitions, 
Capacity: 450 seated, 850 standing
Walking Distance from Moscone: 2 min

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Parks at 5M

Looking for backyard party vibes? Look no further. The Parks at 5M is the perfect place for a big celebration! Lots of green space and plenty of room for bars and food vendors. Our team has produced a large scale street festival with 3 street closures in this venue and we’ve also done a smaller more intimate anniversary party. 

Perfect for: Backyard party vibes,  large scale festivals, community events
Capacity: 850+
Walking Distance from Moscone: 9 min

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Executive Order

Hosting a party after your long day of conferences? Relax drink-in-hand at Executive Order. This local bar is Filipino owned & has plenty of space for a dance-off or a more personal conversation off to the side. You can utilize the main bar area downstairs and the upstairs private room that feels like a bar within a bar. 

Perfect for: Happy hours, Parties, Celebrations, Luncheons & Dinners
Capacity: 230 (50 upstairs, 180 downstairs)
Walking Distance from Moscone: 8 min

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poc owned

Kapwa Gardens

Kapwa Gardens is a community-centered outdoor space designed to help the local community recover from the socio-emotional effects of COVID-19. It is an easily customizable outdoor space with lots of colorful and space for food vendors & food trucks.

Perfect for: Happy hours, Parties, Celebrations, Luncheons & Dinners
Capacity: 200
Walking Distance from Moscone: 8 min

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woc led
poc owned
nonprofit

City View at Metreon

City View Metreon is a popular event space that offers a stunning view of the city skyline and is known for its modern, sleek design. One of the most unique features of City View Metreon is its outdoor terrace, which offers breathtaking views of the city and provides a perfect backdrop for cocktail receptions and outdoor events. 

Perfect for: Banquets, Presentations & Celebrations
Capacity: 2050
Walking Distance from Moscone: 5 Min

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The San Francisco Mint

The Old San Francisco Mint is a popular event venue that can host a variety of events such as weddings, corporate events, fundraisers, and concerts. The building has been restored and renovated, while preserving its historic charm and character. The venue features multiple event spaces, including the grandiose Banking Hall, which can accommodate up to 1,200 guests and boasts beautiful architecture with marble columns and a stained glass dome.

Perfect for:  Corporate events, Galas, Banquets & Celebrations
Capacity: 1,000
Walking Distance from Moscone: 9 Min

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Pandora Karaoke

Pandora Karaoke is a popular karaoke bar located in the heart of San Francisco’s Japantown neighborhood. The venue features private karaoke rooms with state-of-the-art audio and video systems, as well as a lounge area for guests to relax and enjoy drinks and snacks. With a vast library of songs in multiple languages and a fun, vibrant atmosphere, Pandora Karaoke is a great spot for a night out with friends or a unique private event.

Perfect for: Happy Hours, Celebrations & Parties
Capacity: 25
Walking Distance from Moscone: 13 Min

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poc owned
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