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Host Your Event at Palmera House

Looking for a stylish spot for your next gathering? Palmera House offers two thoughtfully designed spaces perfect for intimate celebrations, private dinners, or creative events. Our private dining room is perfect for intimate meals, seats up to 14, and can be utilized any time of day. While our main space accommodates up to 50 guests during non-business hours. Both options are the foundation for a chic and unique experience. Want to shift the cuisine off-menu? Invite a private chef or pick from one of our favorites.

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FAQs

  • We’re located at 2307 Bedford Ave, Lynchburg, VA 24503.

  • The main area can accommodate 50 guests, while the private dining room can fit up to 14.

  • Palmera House offers two rental options depending on the size and style of your event:

    • Private Dining Room & Lounge
      Seats up to 14 guests and is available any day between 8am–10pm, pending availability. Ideal for intimate dinners, small celebrations, or creative gatherings.

    • Entire Shop Buyout
      Accommodates up to 50 guests and is available Monday–Thursday and Saturday from 7–10 pm and all day on Sundays. Perfect for private parties, brand events, and larger celebrations.

  • Deposits are fully refundable if the space is returned to its original condition.

    • Private Dining Room & Lounge:
      $100 rental deposit
      $100 kitchen usage deposit (only if a caterer or chef uses the kitchen)

    • Entire Shop:
      $300 rental deposit
      $100 kitchen usage deposit (only if a caterer or chef uses the kitchen)

    • Private Dining Room & Lounge: $75 per hour

    • Entire Shop: $150 per hour

    All rentals require a refundable deposit, and set-up and tear-down time must be included in your total rental hours.

  • Yes. You’re welcome to bring in an approved caterer or private chef and use our commercial kitchen for prep and service. All outside food providers must supply their own serving utensils, dishes, and equipment.

  • Yes. Palmera House can provide food and beverages directly from our menu.

    If you’re hosting an event in the private dining room during regular business hours, guests may simply order from our menu, and our team will serve everything directly to the room.

    For after-hours events or rentals during non-business hours, food service can still be accommodated. A Palmera House team member may staff the kitchen for $25 per hour, in addition to the cost of food.

    If you plan to bring in outside alcohol, a one-day ABC permit is required.

  • A Palmera House staff member will be onsite during your event to answer questions and oversee the space. Staffing for set-up, tear-down, cleaning, food service, or bar service is not included, but additional Palmera House staff can be hired at $25 per hour per staff member if arranged in advance.

  • Yes, light decorating is welcome. Decorations may be hung, but no tape is permitted to protect our walls and finishes. Shop inventory may not be used or removed for décor or serving purposes.

  • Live music, DJs, or playlists are welcome, but all music must end by 10:00pm out of courtesy to our residential neighbors.

  • Renters are responsible for leaving the space as it was found, including removing all trash by the end of the rental period. Any overage in time or cleaning may be deducted from the deposit.

  • A signed contract and payment are required to secure your event date. Dates are not held without both.