The Gunrock Fact Sheet for Groups of 15 or More

Hours of Operation

Operating hours: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM, Monday through Friday (closed university holidays and weekends).

Event Operation

Generally, we cannot accommodate groups larger than 15 during the hours of 11:00 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis.

Generally, the maximum number of guests we can accommodate is limited to 40. Exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis.

The restaurant remains open during events; regular guests are welcome to order and dine as usual.

All guests must purchase food and drinks. No room rental fee or service fee is applicable for events held within normal business hours. After-hours accommodation and costs are to be discussed ahead of the event.

Menu and Cost

Please refer to the Gunrock Large Group Menu option on this site.

Menus can be customized if needed.

Payment Process

All payments are settled at the time of service via credit card.

Interdepartmental billing is not offered.

Bar Service

Bar service is available during regular hours through Sudwerk Brewing, our third-party vendor.

Sudwerk handles all bar service transactions independently during the event.

Food and Beverage

External food and drinks are not permitted.

Decorations

Permitted decorations are limited to tables.

Allowed decorations include tablecloths, centerpieces, standing signs, flowers, and balloons.

Hanging signs, streamers, and items affixed with nails, tape, or staples are prohibited.

Decorations, including type and placement, must be approved in advance by Gunrock management.

Prohibited items include confetti, glitter, silly string, loose feathers, fog machines, and open-flame candles

Safety and Compliance

Compliance with fire and safety codes is mandatory.

Seating Arrangements

Efforts will be made to accommodate seating location and table setup preferences.

Depending on weather conditions, seating may be on the patio or inside; location preference is not guaranteed.

Setup and Arrival

Arrive early to allow time for decoration setup.

Our staff is available to assist with setup.

Reservation Policy

Tables will be held for 15 minutes beyond the reservation time.

Audio-Visual Equipment

Discussions regarding the need for audio-visual equipment should be conducted with Gunrock management.

For further inquiries and event planning, please contact Gunrock management at 530-752-0120 or thegunrock@ucdavis.edu. Please allow 72 hours of response time. We look forward to making your event a success.

You Belong Here

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