CELEBRATE LIFE MOMENTS
ABOVE THE COAST
Celebrate above the coast at Birdseye Rooftop, where group dining & private events in La Jolla comes with ocean views, fresh coastal cuisine, and a relaxed rooftop atmosphere. Our group dining menus are available for parties of up to 18 guests for brunch or dinner, making Birdseye an ideal setting for intimate celebrations, brunches, and special occasions in the heart of La Jolla.
| ✓ BIRTHDAY DINNERS & CELEBRATIONS | ✓ BRIDAL BRUNCHES & BRIDAL DINNERS |
| ✓ ANNIVERSARY DINNERS | ✓ FAMILY DINNERS & GATHERINGS |
| ✓ GROUP BRUNCHES IN LA JOLLA | ✓ INTIMATE DINNERS & SPECIAL OCCASIONS |
PRIVATE ROOFTOP EVENTS
ABOVE LA JOLLA
Take your celebration above the ocean at Birdseye Rooftop, with private rooftop buyouts in La Jolla for groups of 20+ guests. From seated dinners to lively cocktail receptions, our ocean-view rooftop offers flexible event setups, customizable menus, and AV capabilities for unforgettable private events in the sky.
| ✓ CORPORATE EVENTS & COMPANY DINNERS | ✓ SEATED GROUP DINNERS |
| ✓ NETWORKING EVENTS & COCKTAIL RECEPTIONS | ✓ BUFFET-STYLE EVENTS |
| ✓ WEDDING RECEPTIONS & CELEBRATIONS | ✓ LARGE PRIVATE PARTIES & SPECIAL OCCASIONS |
Group Dining | Brunch
2 - hour dining time
$60 per person
8 to 24 Guests
Includes:
Fruit Platter
Assorted Pastries
All American Breakfast:
(Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Country Potatoes, Toast)
Plus One Entree
Bottomless Mimosas
House Non-alcoholic Beverages
+ ADD ONS
Shared Plate | Salad
Entree | Side | Dessert
Beverage Packages Available
Group Dining | Lunch + Dinner
2.5 - hour dining time
$60+ per person
8 to 18 Guests
Pre-selected:
1 - Shared Plate
1 - Salad
2 - Entrees
2 - Sides
1 - Dessert
+ ADD ONS
Shared Plate | Salad
Entree | Side | Dessert
Beverage Packages Available
Rooftop Buyout | Brunch
3 - hour dining time
$120+ per person
40 person minimum
Up to 50 Guest Brunch includes:
Fruit Platter
Assorted Pastries
All American Breakfast:
(Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Country Potatoes, Toast)
Plus One Entree
Bottomless Mimosas
House Non-alcoholic Beverages
+ ADD ONS
Shared Plate | Salad
Entree | Side | Dessert
Beverage Packages Available
Rooftop Buyout | Buffet
3 - hour dining time
$120+ per person
40 guests minimum, 50 guests maximum
Up to 50 Guests Includes:
2 - Share Plates
1 - Salad
2 - Entrées
2 - Sides
2 - Desserts
House Non-alcoholic Beverages Included
All Alcohol Is Charged And Applied
To The Minimum
+ ADD ONS
Shared Plate | Salad
Entree | Side | Dessert
Rooftop Buyout | Reception
3 - hour dining time
$120+ per person
40 guests minimum
Up to 60 Guests Includes:
5 - Tray Passed Items
4 - Display Items
1 - Display Dessert
House Non-alcoholic Beverages Included
All Alcohol Is Charged And Applied
To The Minimum
+ ADD ONS
Shared Plate | Salad
Entree | Side | Dessert
Group Dining | Brunch
2 - hour dining time
$60 per person
8 to 24 Guests
Includes:
Fruit Platter
Assorted Pastries
All American Breakfast:
(Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Country Potatoes, Toast)
Plus One Entree
Bottomless Mimosas
House Non-alcoholic Beverages
+ ADD ONS
Shared Plate | Salad
Entree | Side | Dessert
Beverage Packages Available
Group Dining | Lunch + Dinner
2.5 - hour dining time
$60+ per person
8 to 18 Guests
Pre-selected:
1 - SHARED PLATE
1 - SALAD
2 - ENTREES
2 - SIDES
1 - DESSERT
+ ADD ONS
Shared Plate | Salad
Entree | Side | Dessert
Beverage Packages Available
Rooftop Buyout | Brunch
3 - hour dining time
$120+ per person
40 person minimum
Up to 50 Guest Brunch includes:
Fruit Platter
Assorted Pastries
All American Breakfast:
(Eggs, Bacon, Sausage, Country Potatoes, Toast)
Plus One Entree
Bottomless Mimosas
House Non-alcoholic Beverages
+ ADD ONS
Shared Plate | Salad
Entree | Side | Dessert
Beverage Packages Available
Rooftop Buyout | Buffet
3 - hour dining time
$120+ per person
40 guests minimum, 50 guests maximum
Up to 50 Guests Includes:
2 - Share Plates
1 - Salad
2 - Entrées
2 - Sides
2 - Desserts
House Non-alcoholic Beverages Included
All Alcohol Is Charged And Applied
To The Minimum
+ ADD ONS
Shared Plate | Salad
Entree | Side | Dessert
Rooftop Buyout | Reception
3 - hour dining time
$120+ per person
40 person minimum
Up to 60 Guests Includes:
5 - Tray Passed Items
4 - Display Items
1 - Display Dessert
House Non-alcoholic Beverages Included
All Alcohol Is Charged And Applied To The Minimum
+ ADD ONS
Shared Plate | Salad
Entree | Side | Dessert
AWARD-WINNING
COCKTAILS
CHEF-CRAFTED
PACKAGES
PRIVATE ROOFTOP BUYOUTS
FULL AV
CAPABILITIES
AWARD-WINNING
COCKTAILS
CHEF-CRAFTED
PACKAGES
PRIVATE ROOFTOP
BUYOUTS
FULL AV
CAPABILITIES
A SAMPLE EVENING
THE SUNSET TIMELINE
Seasonal food & beverage minimums apply
5:00 PM
Guests arrive with welcome cocktails
5:30 PM
Golden hour networking
6:15 PM
Passed hors d’oeuvres
7:00 PM
Sunset over the Pacific
7:30 PM
Dinner stations & signature cocktails
9:00 PM
Private celebration continues
A SAMPLE EVENING
THE SUNSET TIMELINE
Seasonal food & beverage minimums apply
5:00 PM
Guests arrive with welcome cocktails
5:30 PM
Golden hour networking
6:15 PM
Passed hors d’oeuvres
7:00 PM
Sunset over the Pacific
7:30 PM
Dinner stations & signature cocktails
9:00 PM
Private celebration continues
WHAT’S ON THE MENU
GROUP MENUS BUILT
AROUND YOUR BUDGET
From intimate group dinners to full rooftop buyouts, Birdseye offers a one-of-a-kind group dining experience in La Jolla with sweeping ocean views. Perfect for birthdays, corporate gatherings, client receptions, celebrations, and special events, all set above Prospect Street.
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GROUP MENUS ✓ Curated Multi-Course Menus |
BUDGET-FRIENDLY DINING ✓ Tiered Per-Person Pricing |
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CORPORATE DINING ✓ Curated Group Menus & Shared Plates |
CORPORATE HOLIDAY DINING ✓ Holiday-Inspired Multi-Course & Shared Menus |
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ROOFTOP RECEPTION ✓ Passed Appetizers & Shareable Bites |
WAYS TO GATHER
ROOFTOP GROUP DINING, ANYTIME OF THE DAY
One of La Jolla’s premier group dining destinations, offering ocean views from brunch to evening celebrations.
ROOFTOP BRUNCH
Late-morning brunches with mimosas, and all your favorite breakfast classics.
OCEAN VIEW GROUP DINNERS
Gather over dinner with coastal views, handcrafted cocktails, and a menu made for memorable evenings.
COCKTAIL RECEPTIONS
La Jolla cocktail receptions with passed bites, stations, and a full bar.
CORPORATE EVENTS
La Jolla corporate events, client dinners, and offsites with full AV support.
ROOFTOP DINNER
Birthdays, engagements, and milestones in a semi-private or fully private setting
FULL ROOFTOP BUYOUTS
Exclusive use of the entire rooftop — the largest La Jolla buyout option we offer.
GROUP DINING FAQs
What’s the minimum guest count?
Group dining packages start at 8 guests. Full rooftop buyouts are available starting at 20 guests.
Can we reserve the whole rooftop?
Yes. Our buyout gives you exclusive access to the entire rooftop for a four-hour window.
Do you allow DJs?
Yes, DJs are welcome. Our AV setup supports outside sound and lighting vendors within building sound guidelines. The DJ stops after 3pm.
Can we customize cocktails?
Absolutely. Our bar team will build a signature cocktail menu around your event, from classic riffs to fully original drinks.
Are outside vendors allowed?
Outside vendors are welcome with prior approval — from florists and photographers to entertainment and rentals.
What audio/visual capabilities do you have?
In-house sound system, wireless microphones, and screens are included — ready for toasts, presentations, and music.
Is the space Lift Main Entrance accessible?
Yes, the rooftop is lift main entrance accessible via elevator from the hotel lobby.
Do you work with our budget?
Yes. We’ll tailor a package — menu, format, and add-ons — to fit your budget and guest count.
Can we bring our own decorations?
Yes, within our décor guidelines — no open flame or adhesives that could damage the space. Our team can advise on what works best.
What’s the maximum capacity?
A full rooftop buyout comfortably accommodates up to 60 guests.
Is there a food and beverage minimum?
Seasonal food and beverage minimums apply and vary by date, time, and group size. Our events team will confirm exact figures for your date.
Is there a food and beverage minimum?
Seasonal food and beverage minimums apply and vary by date, time, and group size. Holiday dates carry their own minimums — our events team will confirm exact figures.
Do you have heaters?
Yes, the rooftop is equipped with heat lamps for cooler evenings so guests are comfortable after sunset.
Is there a rain plan?
Our events team will coordinate a covered contingency for your date, so weather won’t put your event at risk.
Is there a rain plan?
Our events team will coordinate a covered contingency for your date, so weather won’t put your event at risk. If there is a severe rain all events are postponed and/or delayed.
Is parking available?
Valet is available through the Cormorant Hotel, with additional public parking nearby in La Jolla Village.
Do you have hightop tables?
Yes, hightop tables are available and are a popular choice for standing cocktail receptions.
Can we add custom signage at the entrance?
Yes, we can arrange custom signage at the building entrance to welcome your guests and mark your event.
LET'S PLAN YOUR EVENT
Have questions about guest counts, packages, or a date? Talk to our events team — no commitment required.