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Celebrate in style with Alhambra Irish house at our historic downtown Redwood City restaurant, the perfect venue for gatherings, parties, and corporate events.

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Alhambra Irish House · Redwood City

Holiday Parties
2026

Rolling appetizer buffets, cocktail parties, build-your-own lunch food bars, holiday buffet parties or full-service plated 4-course dining. We offer a variety of flexible options for all your holiday event needs & dietary requirements!

20 to 200+ guests

Reserve by email Call (650) 366-4366

All prices are per person, plus sales tax and a suggested 18% gratuity. A 10% deposit secures your date.

Appetizer & Cocktail Parties

Appetizer Party

$30–$35 per person
  • Rolling buffet, constantly refreshed for up to 90 minutes
  • Minimum 20 guests
  • Pick any 5$30per person
  • Pick any 6$33per person
  • Pick any 7$35per person
Choose from
  • Cheese & Fruit Crudité or Fresh Veggie Crudité
  • Sandwich Platter
  • Corned Beef & Cabbage Rolls
  • Chicken Strips
  • Beef Sliders
  • Guinness Beer Cheese Pretzel Bites
  • House Fries
  • Irish Sausage Rolls
  • Cauliflower Bites
  • Buffalo Chicken Dip
  • Spinach & Artichoke Dip
  • Scotch Eggs
  • Hummus Dip with Homemade Pita Bread
  • Lemon & Almond Brussels Sprouts
  • Smoked Salmon on Irish Soda Bread **
  • Buffalo Cod Bites
  • Chimichurri Whole Shrimp **

** Smoked Salmon or Chimichurri Whole Shrimp add $3 per guest.

Plated Dinners & Holiday Buffets

Full table service. The host picks soup or salad in advance, and each guest orders their own entrée from a personalized menu on the day. Prefer a buffet? Any dinner package can be served as an unlimited entrée buffet for $15 more per person.

The Galway

$50 per person
  • 3 courses: soup or salad, entrée, seasonal dessert
Entrées — one per guest
  • The Ultimate Fish & Chips3/4 lb. North Atlantic Haddock, beer battered, steak cut fries, tartare sauce
  • Gaelic ChickenPan seared chicken breast, an Irish whiskey, mushroom & rosemary cream sauce, mashed potatoes & seasonal veggies
  • Peppered 6oz New York SteakCreamy mashed potatoes and lemon & almond flash fried Brussels sprouts
  • Vegan Shepherd's Pie VeganLentils, kale, mirepoix, mushrooms, corn & peas simmered in a veggie broth, topped with vegan mash
To finish
  • Seasonal Dessert

The Wexford

$65 per person
  • 4 courses: 3 appetizers on arrival, soup or salad, entrée, seasonal dessert
Entrées — one per guest
  • Grilled Salmon FiletLemon & ginger infused kale power blend and rice pilaf
  • Wexford SteakChargrilled 8oz NY strip, Mushroom & Brandy cream sauce, Parmesan Steak fries & seasonal vegetables
  • Pan Seared Irish Bacon Loin ChopsCreamy colcannon & seasonal vegetables, parsley cream sauce
  • Dubliner Chicken Cordon BleuThyme & garlic cream sauce, mashed potatoes & seasonal vegetables
  • Garbanzo & Lentil Stew VeganGarbanzo beans, quinoa, & lentils simmered in a spiced tomato-spinach purée with garlic, ginger & aromatic Indian spices. Finished with fresh arugula & toasted almonds
To finish
  • Seasonal Dessert

The Westmeath

$80 per person
  • 4 courses: 3 appetizers on arrival, soup or salad, entrée, seasonal dessert
Entrées — one per guest
  • Traditional Irish Christmas DinnerRoasted Breast of turkey with an herbed stuffing & a whiskey & Mustard Glazed Irish ham, served with seasonal vegetables, whipped potatoes & pan gravy
  • Chargrilled NY Strip10oz NY strip, Irish whiskey béarnaise sauce, parmesan Pommes frites & crispy onion tangles
  • Pan Seared Fillet of Rainbow TroutSmashed garlic & lemon baby red potatoes, tender French green beans tossed with toasted almonds
  • Roasted Butternut Squash & Mushroom Medley VeganRoasted butternut squash, medley of mushrooms, caramelized onions, baby spinach, finished with a rich red wine & thyme reduction, over a bed of tricolor quinoa
To finish
  • Seasonal Dessert

Lunch Parties & Build-Your-Own Food Bars

Availability: Lunch options are Monday–Friday, 11am–3pm only.

Lunch Menu

$30 per person
  • Soup or salad (picked by the host in advance) and an entrée each guest orders on the day
Entrées — one per guest
  • Shepherd's PieGround beef with root vegetables in a rich gravy, topped with creamy mash, & side of locally grown vegetables
  • Ultimate Fish & ChipsNorth Atlantic Haddock, beer battered, steak cut fries, tartare sauce
  • House Burger½lb Black Angus beef patty, lettuce, tomato & red onion, brioche bun, choice of cheese, steak fries
  • Lentil & Garbanzo Stew VeganGarbanzo beans, quinoa & lentils simmered in a spiced tomato-spinach puree with garlic & aromatic Indian spices. Finished with fresh arugula & toasted almonds
  • Irish Pub Chicken CurryIrish-style sweet & mild chicken curry, simmered in a ginger, mango, creamy curry sauce, choice of rice, fries or both
  • Goats Cheese Salad with Grilled ChickenSpring mix, baby spinach, fresh berries, apple, candied pecans, goats cheese crumbles & Cranberry & raspberry dressing

Burger Bar

$35 per person
  • Build your own: beef, grilled chicken & Impossible patties, buns & fries
All the toppings
  • Lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, jalapenos, pickles, bacon, American cheese, pepper jack cheese, Irish cheddar, pineapple, sautéed onions, chorizo crumbles, roasted poblano & anaheim peppers.
  • BBQ sauce, chipotle aioli, garlic aioli, mustard, ketchup, mayonnaise.

Taco Bar

$32 per person
  • Build your own: taco beef, chicken & vegan taco crumbles, flour & corn tortillas, Mexican rice
All the toppings
  • Lettuce, tomatoes, red onion, jalapenos, pickles, bacon, shredded cheese, pepper jack cheese, cilantro, radish, sautéed onions, chorizo crumbles, roasted Poblano & Anaheim peppers, fire roasted corn, Pico, green/red salsa, sour cream, avocado, chipotle aioli

Bar & Drinks

From kegs of beer to craft cocktails, mocktails & holiday drinks, our bar team will put together the drinks that fit your party. Every bar is tailored to your group, so we’ll quote it with your party.

  • Kegs & draught beer
  • Wine & bubbles
  • Craft cocktails
  • Mocktails
  • Holiday drinks
  • Irish whiskey

Ways to run your bar

  • Open BarEach of your guests can enjoy whatever drinks they would like, served responsibly of course.
  • Bar Tab LimitA set dollar amount that we will not exceed without approval — usually paired with our house drinks (beer, wine, well etc.)
  • Drink TicketsAlso usually paired with our house drinks. You issue your guests a set number of tickets which they exchange for a drink.

Each option can carry a spending limit so you never go over budget.

Entertainment

We have the contacts — tell us what you have in mind and we’ll book it for your party.

  • Live bands
  • DJs
  • Karaoke
  • Piano sing-alongs
  • Holiday trivia
  • Drag shows
  • Comedy
  • Magicians
  • Santa visit
  • Photo booth
  • The game on our TVs

Optional Party Additions

  • Interactive Hot Drink Reception — Irish Coffees, Mulled Wine, Hot Whiskey/Toddy/Cider or Spiked Cocoa$13 / person
  • Irish Coffee Bar — also available for after dinner tableside service$11 / person
  • Champagne Toast$9 / person
  • Learn to Pour Your Own Perfect Guinness$12 / person
  • Holiday Buffet — any dinner package served as an unlimited entrée buffet$15 / person
  • Holiday Cocktail Master Class — choose one of ours or we can create one for your groupMarket price
  • Premium Whiskey Flights — Irish, Scotch, American or allMarket price
  • Beer or Wine Pairing — pair each course with a beer or wine selectionMarket price
  • Carved-to-Order Holiday Roast Station — turkey, prime rib, or glazed Irish style ham carved fresh in the roomMarket price
  • Festive Grazing Platters — cheese, charcuterie, artisan breads, chutneysOn request

Booking Terms & Conditions

Deposit

A non-refundable deposit of 10% of the estimated final invoice is required at the time of booking to secure your reservation.

Private & semi-private events

Full buyouts and semi-private spaces are subject to a minimum spend requirement. The minimum charge is based on the guest count confirmed at the time of booking for space, food and bar selections. Any additional guests beyond the confirmed count will be charged at the agreed per-person rate.

Final guest count

Final guest numbers must be confirmed no later than 48 hours prior to the event. This number is considered the minimum chargeable guest count on the day.

Menu & bar selections

All menus and bar packages must be finalized at least 14 days prior to the event date.

Dietary requirements & allergies

Vegan and vegetarian entrées are available in every dinner and lunch package. Please tell us about any allergies or dietary requirements in your party when you finalize your menu, so the kitchen can plan for them in advance.

Cancellations

  • More than 7 days prior to the event: deposit is forfeited.
  • Between 7 days and 48 hours prior to the event: 50% of the total invoice is payable.
  • Within 48 hours of the event: 100% of the total invoice is payable.

Pricing & payment

All prices are exclusive of sales tax and a suggested 18% gratuity. Payment may be made by cash or card only.

Audio / visual equipment

Guests may use in-house A/V equipment with prior approval, and are responsible for ensuring compatibility, setup and testing of equipment in accordance with the provided guidelines and technical requirements.

Reserve your holiday party

Tell us your date, your headcount and what you have in mind — we’ll take care of the rest. A 10% deposit secures your reservation.

Reserve by email Call (650) 366-4366
Alhambra Irish House Restaurant & Bar 831 Main St, Redwood City, CA 94063 manager@alhambra-irish-house.com

Let us know about your party

Celebrate in style with Alhambra Irish house at our historic downtown Redwood City restaurant, the perfect venue for gatherings, parties, and corporate events.

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Holiday Parties & Christmas Dinners | Redwood City Restaurant

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