Frequently asked questions

Practical answers before you inquire.

Venue fit, catering logistics, dietary requests, packages, quotes, and what happens after you send a date.

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Venue

Venue questions

Can I book only the venue?

Yes. You can reserve the space on its own, then add only the food, drinks, styling, or support that fits your celebration.

What is included with the room?

The room includes six hours of exclusive use, tables, chairs, white tablecloths, Spotify-ready sound, and one floor server.

How many guests can the venue hold?

The venue holds up to 75 seated guests or 120 standing guests. Your final floor plan will reflect the guest count, food displays, and other event setup.

Can I add more time, service, or styling?

Yes. Additional venue time, food, drinks, decor, and other event services can be added. Pricing is confirmed with your quote.

Are drinks available for off-site events?

No. Wine, beer, and sake are the only drink options, and they’re available for purchase only for events held on site at L’Amore. Food and catering can still be planned at L’Amore or another location.

What should I know about parking and accessibility?

Tell us about any mobility, loading, drop-off, or parking needs in your inquiry. We’ll confirm the current arrival and access plan before you finalize the booking.

Does the six-hour rental include setup and cleanup?

Yes. Setup and cleanup are included within the six-hour rental window. Additional time can be added to your quote.

What does the included floor server do?

The floor server assists guests during the event, clears dinner plates, refills water, and helps with similar table-service needs.

Catering

Catering questions

Can you cater an event somewhere else?

Yes. We can bring grazing tables, themed tables, sweets tables, and select add-ons to another location.

How do I choose the right amount of food?

Tell us your guest count, event length, and whether the grazing table will be the main meal. We’ll use those details to help you choose the table and decide whether you need salads or warm bites too.

Can you accommodate allergies or dietary requests?

Tell us about allergies and dietary requests as early as possible. We’ll explain which accommodations are available and confirm them before the menu is finalized.

What areas do you serve?

We can travel up to 100 miles from Turlock. Order minimums and travel charges depend on the location and are confirmed with your quote.

How far ahead should I inquire?

Reach out as soon as your date is known, especially for weekends or fuller setups. Lead time varies with the menu, location, staffing, and current availability.

Packages

Packages questions

Do I have to book a full event package?

No. You can keep it simple or build a custom event package around what you already have planned.

Are the sample packages fixed?

No. The samples are starting points. You can add or remove venue, food, sweets, styling, and service pieces to match the event. Drinks can be added only when the event is at L’Amore.

Can you help with vendors?

We can discuss a DJ, photographer, backdrop decoration, or tablescape decoration. Ask what is available for your date.

Booking

Booking questions

How do quotes work?

We build your quote around the date, guest count, services, setup, travel, add-ons, and any special requests.

How do I reserve my date?

A 20% deposit based on your selected package reserves the date. The remaining balance is due 48 hours before the event.

Is the deposit refundable?

No. If a booked event is canceled after the deposit is paid, the deposit is not returned.

How quickly will I receive a reply?

We usually respond to inquiries within one business day.

Can I tour the venue without an appointment?

Venue visits must be scheduled in advance by calling or texting (209) 202-0358.

How much do grazing packages cost?

Grazing packages start at $30 per person for Like It, $35 per person for Love It, and $40 per person for Over the Moon, with a 25-guest minimum. Your location, setup, staffing, travel, and additions may change the final quote.

Does submitting an inquiry hold my date?

No. An inquiry starts the availability conversation, but it does not confirm a reservation. We’ll explain the next booking step when we reply.

Setup / Planning

Setup / Planning questions

Can I bring outside food, alcohol, decorators, or vendors?

Wine and beer may be brought in with a setup and service charge. Outside food must come from a vendor with liability insurance. Decorators and other outside vendors are welcome, and every vendor must carry liability insurance. Ask for current pricing in your inquiry.

What events are a good fit?

We host bridal showers, baby showers, birthdays, graduations, engagement parties, intimate weddings, corporate events, and other personal celebrations.

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