Garces Trading Company
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Private event venue in Philadelphia, PA | Garces Trading Company Garces Trading Company in Philadelphia captures the spirit of European café culture through the lens of Chef José Garces’s acclaimed culinary style. Equal parts restaurant, marketplace, and gathering place, it blends artisanal fare with a modern, inviting aesthetic — warm wood accents, marble counters, and ambient lighting create a sophisticated yet approachable setting. Guests come for craft coffee and breakfast by day, wine and elevated dining by night, making it a seamless choice for private events that balance comfort and refinement. The venue offers a range of private and semi-private spaces ideal for group dining and social events. From intimate dinners to full restaurant buyouts, Garces Trading Company accommodates up to 200 guests with flexible layouts and tailored menu options. Seasonal ingredients, charcuterie boards, house-baked breads, and Chef Garces’s signature Mediterranean-inspired dishes set the tone for memorable gatherings. Full bar service, AV capabilities, and event coordination ensure every detail is polished to perfection. Why you should book: Garces Trading Company combines the charm of a European market with the sophistication of a contemporary Philadelphia dining room. Its central location near Rittenhouse Square makes it an ideal private event venue for those seeking a stylish yet comfortable atmosphere with award-winning cuisine. Whether for corporate receptions or milestone celebrations, the space radiates warmth, creativity, and unmistakable Garces hospitality. Types of events: Garces Trading Company regularly hosts rehearsal dinners, corporate events, birthdays, weddings, cocktail parties, and holiday gatherings. Its flexible design and customizable menus make it perfect for occasions both grand and intimate. Book your next private dining experience at Garces Trading Company in Philadelphia today.
See moreUp to 200 guests
$50-$100/person
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Athmosphere & Cuisine
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No outside food or beverage allowed
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Are Saturday and Sunday events available?
Our venue is **closed on Saturdays and Sundays** and only opens on those days for **full venue buyout events**. - **Saturday & Sunday events require a full venue buyout** - **Minimum spend:** $3,200 (applies regardless of guest count) - If you’re looking to host an event on a Saturday or Sunday, booking a full buyout is required. Events hosted during normal business hours (listed on profile) do not always require a full venue rental. Requirements are based on party size and availability for events during normal business hours.
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Reviews · 4.8 (6)
Leave a ReviewI take people here for lunch all the time. Its easy place to get lunch with clients and the service is great. I do like their monthly specials.
I had a great experience there yesterday for a late lunch and a business meeting. I didn't call in advance since there were only 2 of us, but Matt was lovely to work with and couldn't have been more accommoding. You can either order from the counter and dine downstairs or they have an executive dining room on the 2nd floor with wait service. (We opted for the former.) The food was delicious, reasonably priced and presented well! We had a plum salad and turkey sandwich with homemade potato chips. There were many options for quiet, private conversation as well as a bar and more social tables and chairs (mostly 4-tops). They were the perfect mix of attentive while giving us space to stay engaged in our hours-long meeting. I was referred there on a recommendation from Dia D. (*thanks SO much Dia!!*) on Nextdoor when I posted looking for restaurant/space recommendations close to 30th Street Station. I think previous reviews have grossly underrated them. NOTE: We noticed several ways this would be a great place for a private party and we will both be back!!
See moreAttended a beautiful wedding at JG Domestics recently. It was on a Saturday afternoon and the venue was beautiful. It has an incredible very of the Philadelphia skyline. The staff was very courteous, the food and drink was good. The parking was suitable. It was also an easy setup and breakdown location. We highly recommend it, but no idea of the cost.
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Location
2929 Arch St B, Philadelphia, PA 19104, USA
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