L.A. Banquets

What L.A. Banquets does

L.A. Banquets is a privately held Los Angeles-area banquet hall and event venue operator founded in 1986, headquartered in Glendale, California. The company operates two active venues — The Landmark in Mission Hills (10,000 sq. ft., capacity 200-850 guests) and Glenoaks Ballroom in Glendale (4,500 sq. ft., capacity 50-450 guests) — following the closure of Brandview Ballroom in Glendale (2012-2023) and Le Foyer Ballroom in North Hollywood. It serves a mix of wedding couples (with cultural specialization in Armenian, Jewish, Indian, Filipino, and other ethnic/religious traditions), corporate event organizers, schools hosting proms and graduations, and film/photography production clients.

The core product is a physical event space bundled with all-inclusive per-person packages that combine venue rental, catering, service charge, and tax. Booking requires a $500-$2,000 deposit; bar/alcohol packages run $10-$20 per person. The company does not operate a proprietary technology platform — its differentiation rests on venue aesthetics (e.g., a 60-foot crystal chandelier at Glenoaks, soaring ceilings at The Landmark), in-house event planning staff, curated preferred vendor partners, and cultural/religious wedding expertise. Marketing is conducted through organic social (27.6K Instagram followers), earned media (Vogue, Brides.com, LA Times, CBS2/KCAL9), third-party review platforms (The Knot, WeddingWire, Yelp), and inbound inquiry forms converted via phone, text, and on-site tours.

The revenue model is professional-services-style: per-event, per-person pricing for weddings and corporate events, with ancillary revenue from bar/alcohol packages and staffing add-ons. Distribution is direct — the company owns and operates all venues with no third-party resellers or marketplace listings. Leadership is founder-controlled: CEO Vrej Sarkissian also serves as CEO of closely affiliated Anoush Catering (founded 1986), the primary in-house catering partner.

Name

L.A. Banquets

Legal name

L.A. Banquets

Website

https://labanquets.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1986

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

L.A. Banquets is a privately held Los Angeles-area banquet hall operator founded in 1986, running The Landmark and Glenoaks Ballroom venues for weddings, corporate events, quinceañeras, and film production via all-inclusive per-person packages.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Event Venue Services

NAICS

Caterers (722320), Caterers (72232), Promoters of Performing Arts, Sports, and Similar Events with Facilities (71131)

SIC

Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Wedding & Social Event Catering (THAHAKAE)

akta.pro secondary industry

Gala, Fundraiser & Nonprofit Event Catering (THAHAKAF)

Keywords

• Banquet hall rentals
• Wedding venue services
• Event space management
• Corporate event hosting
• Banquet catering services

Headquarters

HQ city

Glendale

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices4 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Venue Rental & Event Services: Revenue is generated through venue rental fees for hosting events (weddings, corporate events, quinceañeras, proms, filming, etc.), with all-inclusive packages bundling venue, catering, service charge, and tax per person. Additional revenue streams include staffing services, bar/alcohol packages, and optional vendor services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels1 record

Marketing channels10 records

Core offering

L.A. Banquets owns and operates event venues in the Los Angeles area — primarily The Landmark (Mission Hills, capacity 200-850) and Glenoaks Ballroom (Glendale, capacity 50-450) — and rents them for weddings, corporate events, quinceañeras, proms, and filming. All-inclusive per-person packages bundle venue rental, catering, service charge, and tax. The company also offers event planning, catering coordination, and a preferred vendor network.

Product overview

L.A. Banquets is an event space company operating a portfolio of distinct banquet hall and wedding venue products across the Los Angeles area. The core offerings consist of two primary event venues: The Landmark (Mission Hills, 200-850 capacity) and Glenoaks Ballroom (Glendale, 50-450 capacity), supplemented by the outdoor Brandview Patio (100 capacity). The company packages these venues with optional all-inclusive experiences (Landmark Experience, Glenoaks Experience) that bundle venue, catering, service charge, and tax. Supporting services include dedicated wedding planning, event planning, catering coordination, and a preferred vendor program connecting clients with vetted caterers, florists, photographers, DJs, and other event professionals. The company operates on a 'Your Day, Your Vision' model, offering flexible floor plans and customizable event configurations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• The Landmark: A premier event venue located in Mission Hills, CA featuring soaring ceilings, unparalleled grandeur, and 10,000 sq.ft. of event space with capacity for 200-850 guests.
• Glenoaks Ballroom
• Anoush Brandview
• Brandview Patio
• Le Foyer Ballroom

Products and services

• The Landmark A flagship event venue in Mission Hills, CA featuring soaring ceilings and unparalleled grandeur. Offers 10,000 sq. ft. of event space with capacity for 200-850 guests. Available for weddings, corporate events, quinceañeras, proms, and filming.
• Glenoaks Ballroom A glamorous and sophisticated event venue in Glendale, CA with contemporary architecture and a 60-foot crystal chandelier. Offers 4,500 sq. ft. of space accommodating 50-450 guests. Available for weddings, corporate events, quinceañeras, proms, and filming.
• Brandview Patio An outdoor event venue in Glendale, CA suitable for garden parties, wedding ceremonies, and outdoor celebrations. Features a fully stocked bar and warming fire elements, with a maximum occupancy of 100 guests.
• Wedding Planning Services Full-service wedding planning assistance including venue selection, vendor coordination, and day-of event management provided by experienced Los Angeles wedding planners.
• Event Planning Services Expert event planning services for corporate events, birthday parties, quinceañeras, proms, and other special occasions delivered by a team of Los Angeles event professionals.
• Catering Services Catering coordination offering Mediterranean, Indian, Kosher, and American cuisine options through preferred catering partners, including free tastings upon booking. Anoush Catering (founded 1986) is the primary in-house catering partner.
• Preferred Vendor Program A curated collection of event professionals spanning caterers, florists, photographers, DJs, bakers, makeup artists, transportation providers, and event planners, vetted for excellence and available to L.A. Banquets clients.

Quantifiable outcome

• Collectively, L.A. Banquets staff has over 50 years of industry experience in every aspect of selecting event spaces, event planning and banqueting.

Named customers13 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

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App detail

Partnerships

25 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Anoush CateringcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAnoush Catering is the primary in-house catering partner for L.A. Banquets, providing Mediterranean cuisine and other dining options. Founded in 1986, Anoush has over 30 years of award-winning service. Located at 10635 Woodman Ave., Mission Hills, CA 91345. Anoush and L.A. Banquets share leadership (Vrej Sarkissian is CEO of both entities), making this a deeply integrated, quasi-affiliate relationship. The partnership includes free tastings for L.A. Banquets clients and collaborative event planning.
• Classic Party RentalsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProvides event rentals (linens, china, glassware, flatware, custom seating, furniture, draping, tenting). Located at 901 W. Hillcrest Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90301. Exclusive offer for L.A. Banquets: mention code 'BANQ' for 5% off orders at the Inglewood location.
• Petals LAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPreferred florist for all L.A. Banquets' brides and grooms. Specializes in bridal bouquets and glamorous floral arrangements. Located at 415 W Colorado St., Suite C, Glendale, CA 91204. Gift offer: complimentary toss bouquet for the bride.
• Lovella BridalminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCurated designer wedding gown collection for brides. Located at 224 S. Brand Blvd., Glendale, CA 91204. Gift offer: complimentary bottle of champagne for bride and groom.
• Royal Gor StudiominorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAward-winning photography and cinematography studio (Voted #1 by FOX 11 Los Angeles Hotlist). Established in 1981 by Khoren Gevorkyan. Located at 1631 Maria St. #100, Burbank, CA 91504.
• White Night DesignminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEvent design and rental company providing chiavari chairs, chair covers, linens, fabric décor, pipe and drape, stage/backdrop, lighting effects, china, glass chargers, lounge furniture. Located in Glendale, CA area.
• Simply Glamorous EventsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFull-service design and event planning company founded by Sharon Arouchanov. Specializes in customized event design and planning from initial concept to execution. Contact: (626) 354-7773.
• Unique Limo ServicesminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSouthern California's premiere ground transportation company offering vehicles from 10-passenger stretch limos to Cadillac Escalades and Mercedes S550s. Available 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. Contact: (818) 344-LIMO.
• Special Cakes LAminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFamily-owned specialty cake bakery since 2005. Offers one-of-a-kind cakes for all occasions. Located at 12915 Sherman Way, North Hollywood, CA 91605. Gift offer: 15% discount for clients booking at L.A. Banquets.
• Makeup by ArpiminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProfessional makeup artist for events. Contact: (818) 383-1114. Portfolio showcases various looks and styles for picture-perfect moments.
• Bridal and Event LoungeminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEvent rental and planning company. Located at 2101 S. Yale St., Santa Ana, CA 92704. Specializes in event rentals and planning services for weddings and events.
• Prét a Soirée EventsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorFull-service event planning company founded by Kristine Piloyan. Specializes in personalized wedding planning with high attention to detail and organizational skills. Contact: (818) 807-7150.
• Scratch Weddings DJsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorProfessional DJ services for weddings and events. DJs possess intimate knowledge of L.A. Banquets' ballrooms. Clients can review DJ bios, listen to mixes, and meet DJs before booking. Contact: (213) 234-2016.
• Jay Jay ProductionsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPhotography studio specializing in wedding photography and videography with a modern, artistic, and timeless style. Known for capturing emotional moments. Located at 1540 W. Glenoaks Blvd., Suite 105, Glendale, CA 91201. Contact: (818) 522-5444.
• Liran Sankesh (Kosher Caterer)minorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKosher caterer recommended for Jewish weddings at L.A. Banquets venues.
• Events Boutique by Rita KealeyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEvent planner recommended for Jewish weddings at L.A. Banquets venues.
• Parties by PennyminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEvent planner recommended for Jewish weddings at L.A. Banquets venues.
• DJ Aviel AltitminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorDJ/Musician recommended for Jewish weddings at L.A. Banquets venues.
• La GondolaminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorCaterer recommended for Jewish weddings at L.A. Banquets venues.
• So Cal Event PlannersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEvent planning partner recommended for Indian weddings at L.A. Banquets venues.
• Balerina FilmsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorPhotography and videography partner recommended for Indian weddings at L.A. Banquets venues.
• Blue Lotus InsightsminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorEvent planning partner recommended for Indian weddings at L.A. Banquets venues.
• New Delhi PalaceminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorIndian cuisine caterer. Contact: (626) 405-0666. Part of the preferred caterer network.
• Classique Raphy'sminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorKosher catering service. Contact: (818) 487-9532. Part of the preferred caterer network.
• American DelightminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorAmerican cuisine caterer. Part of the preferred caterer network.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Carondelet House: Intimate historic LA event venue specializing in weddings, receptions, and corporate gatherings with in-house catering. Directly competes for mid-size private events in the same LA market.
• Vibiana: Historic downtown LA cathedral converted to a luxury wedding and corporate event venue with full-service event production and catering. Comparable to L.A. Banquets as a premium, all-inclusive LA event venue with similar price point and editorial presence.
• Ebell of Los Angeles: Historic Wilshire event venue hosting weddings, corporate functions, and social events with on-site catering and event planning. Directly comparable in operating model (historic venue, all-inclusive packages, LA weddings).
• Taglyan Complex: A premier private event venue in Hollywood, CA, offering all-inclusive wedding, corporate, and social event packages with in-house catering. Directly competes with L.A. Banquets for high-end LA weddings and galas.
• The Millwick: Downtown LA indoor-outdoor event venue for weddings and corporate events, offering curated vendor partners and event coordination. Comparable in target market, all-inclusive service model, and LA-centric positioning.
• NOOR by Eventverse: Glendale, CA private event venue specializing in weddings, quinceañeras, and corporate events with all-inclusive packages. Geographically and demographically overlapping competitor for the LA Armenian and multicultural wedding market.

Others

• Command Performance Catering: LA-based high-end off-premise catering company providing food service for weddings, corporate, and film industry events at third-party venues. Adjacent to L.A. Banquets via the integrated catering model used with Anoush Catering.

Emerging players

• The 1909 (Topanga): LA-area wedding and event venue with full-service planning and vendor network. Emerging competitor with a more boutique positioning, partial overlap with L.A. Banquets' wedding and social-event segments.

Broad incumbents

• Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County: Large-scale LA event venue offering weddings, galas, and corporate events in iconic exhibit halls. Competes for premium, high-guest-count events where L.A. Banquets' capacity ceiling becomes a constraint.
• Beverly Hills Hotel (Dorchester Collection): Iconic luxury LA hotel offering large-scale wedding and gala packages with in-house catering and event production. Broader incumbent competing for high-end LA wedding and corporate event bookings at a higher price tier.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/l-a-banquets
• Instagraminstagram.com/labanquets

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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