Private Events & Corporate Dining in Capitola
Timeless elegance meets professional excellence along Soquel Creek
A Setting Like No Other Since 1947
Since 1947, Shadowbrook Restaurant has welcomed guests into a dining experience that feels uniquely tied to the spirit of the Monterey Bay coast. Tucked along the banks of Soquel Creek in the heart of Capitola Village, Shadowbrook blends redwood warmth, candlelit charm, lush gardens, and old-world craftsmanship into an atmosphere designed for lingering conversations, memorable meals, and meaningful gatherings.
Whether you’re hosting an intimate dinner with friends, a client appreciation evening, a small executive retreat, or a celebratory gathering with your team, Shadowbrook offers a relaxed yet refined alternative to traditional event venues. Private dining spaces with creekside views, thoughtful service, award-winning wines, and coastal California cuisine come together to create events that feel welcoming, personal, and effortlessly memorable.
Four Unique Private Dining Rooms
Shadowbrook features four distinctive rooms, each with its own character and ideal uses. All rooms can be configured for seated dinners, theater-style meetings, or cocktail receptions. AV equipment, including projectors and screens, is available upon request.
Combination Greenhouse & Wine Cellar Rooms:
For larger corporate events, we can accommodate 50+ guests across multiple rooms. Inquire for details on exclusive use.
Designed for Professional Success
Shadowbrook is the ideal Capitola venue for corporate groups seeking an inspiring, efficient, and impressive setting. Our experienced banquet team specializes in seamless execution for business occasions.
Custom Menus Crafted for Your Event
Our kitchen team uses the freshest local and seasonal ingredients to create memorable dining experiences. Menus are fully customizable to match your group size, budget, and preferences.
What Our Guests Say
Thank you so much!
Everything was wonderful. Our guests couldn't stop raving about how great everything was.
Thank you again!
Sincerely,
Maria & AaronThank you so much for doing our wedding and making it even more special than I imagined. We were so happy with how it all turned out and we got so many compliments. I can't even think of any suggestions that would have made it better. I am so glad that we decided on Shadowbrook! We just got our pictures back and wanted to pass them along in case you guys need more samples or examples. Here is our photographer's website that you are welcome to use and you can download the high resolution quality straight from there. If it asks for a password it's 'bubbles'.
Thank you again so much and hopefully I don't have another wedding, but if we need a venue for another event I will definitely reach out as well as spread the word to anyone else I hear planning a wedding!
Sarah (and Justin) Mc Gann
Thank you so much for everything with assisting with our Wedding on Monday. We truly appreciated the effort of the entire staff including our servers Joseph and Sean and Glenn out cab driver. We look forward to dining with you again in the future.
Again please pass our appreciation to the entire Shadowbrook staff that played a role in making our night a wonderful experience.
Kind Regards,
Brian & Kim
Hello Tatiana, Thank you for all of your support and accommodations during our wedding. We really appreciate all your help it was wonderful. Comments keep pouring in about how great the restaurant and staff were. Thank you soo much!
We will definitely always stop in for dinner when we're here!
Let’s Create Something Memorable
Contact our Banquet Coordinator today to discuss your vision, dates, and requirements.
Tatiana Gomez
Banquet Manager
831-475-1222