The 16 Best Drinks Reception Venues for Rent in Toronto, ON

Q: How much does it cost to book cocktail reception venues in Toronto?

Booking costs of drinks reception venues average C$3000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Toronto, based on Tagvenue data: - From C$1500 to C$5000 minimum spend per event - From C$34 to C$90 per person - From C$75 to C$180 hire fee per hour

Q: What are some small spaces for drinks receptions in Toronto?

Smaller drinks reception venues usually fit up to 45 guests standing. Here are some great options in Toronto, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026: - Entire Studio at Leaside Studio, rated 4.8/5 - function room for 30 guests. Venue said: Located in the heart of one of Toronto's most desirable neighborhoods, Leaside Studio is the perfect space for your next small intimate event, as a photography studio for your new set of branding photos for your team, or... - Pharmacy Bar at Pharmacy Bar, rated 5/5 - bar for 40 guests. Our user said: ‘The venue was fantastic and cool, everyone had a good time.’ - La Carnita (Private section) at La Carnita @ 130 Eglinton Ave E, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 40 guests. Our user said: ‘The communication leading up to the event was fantastic, making the planning process seamless.’

Q: What are some affordable cocktail reception venues in Toronto?

Cheap drinks reception venues in Toronto start from C$750 minimum spend per event or C$50 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026: - Event Space - OnOff Toronto at OnOff Toronto, from C$750 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests standing). Our user said: ‘The food and drinks were so tasty and my friends had an amazing time.’ - Isabella Dining Room at Foy House, from C$50 hire fee per hour (up to 20 guests standing). Our user said: ‘Especially if you love historic venues. The price was very reasonable as well.’ - Entire Venue at St. James Gate, from C$17 per person (up to 288 guests standing). Venue said: What sets it apart: Regular live music gives the venue an entertainment programme beyond its food and drink service, creating a lively setting for private gatherings.

Drinks Reception Venues for Rent in Toronto, ON

FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Toronto, ON

How much does it cost to book cocktail reception venues in Toronto?

Booking costs of drinks reception venues average C$3000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Toronto, based on Tagvenue data:

Prices of drinks reception venues in Toronto as of September, 2026
From C$1500	to C$5000	minimum spend per event
From C$34	to C$90	per person
From C$75	to C$180	hire fee per hour

What are the top cocktail reception venues available in Toronto?

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:

Good Fortune Bar at Good Fortune in Mount Pleasant West - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘My guests loved the space and the food/ drinks were amazing. Many of us said we would definitely be back soon.’
Main Room at Mezcalero in University - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Drinks were really nice too and fairly priced, could not recommend this place more.’
Venue at 11:59 Bar:Café in Financial District - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Good service, tasty drinks and the venue has a nice vibe to it.’

What are the typical capacities of spaces for drinks receptions in Toronto?

You'll find drinks reception venues in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Toronto, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

Small	up to 45 guests	prices average C$1250 minimum spend per event
Medium	between 60 and 90 guests	prices average C$2500 minimum spend per event
Large	over 110 guests	prices average C$5000 minimum spend per event

What are some spaces for drinks receptions close to Downtown Toronto?

These are the venues within 550 m from central Toronto, available to book on Tagvenue:

Entire Venue at PAR BAR Topgolf Swing Suite on 525 Bay Street Marriott Downtown at CF Toronto Eaton Centre - 300 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘Venue: well-kept facilities, clean, big TVs, large bar, lots of space for people to move or sit around.’
Venue at 11:59 Bar:Café on 70 Temperance Street - 500 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘Good service, tasty drinks and the venue has a nice vibe to it.’
Private Lounge at Bar Goa on 36 Toronto Street Ground Floor - 550 m from centre.
Venue said: The menu draws from Indian roots, with dishes that are familiar in flavor but prepared in a more modern way. Along with the cocktails, it all comes together in a way that feels cohesive from start to finish.

What are some popular types of cocktail reception venues in Toronto?

Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Restaurant	prices average C$3000 minimum spend per event	typically between 50 and 100 guests
Bar	prices average C$2000 minimum spend per event	typically between 50 and 100 guests
Dining Room	prices average C$1500 minimum spend per event	typically between 30 and 85 guests
Event Space	prices average C$5000 minimum spend per event	typically between 75 and 100 guests
Function Room	prices average C$1250 minimum spend per event	typically between 25 and 35 guests

What are some small spaces for drinks receptions in Toronto?

Smaller drinks reception venues usually fit up to 45 guests standing. Here are some great options in Toronto, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

Entire Studio at Leaside Studio, rated 4.8/5 - function room for 30 guests
Venue said: Located in the heart of one of Toronto's most desirable neighborhoods, Leaside Studio is the perfect space for your next small intimate event, as a photography studio for your new set of branding photos for your team, or...
Pharmacy Bar at Pharmacy Bar, rated 5/5 - bar for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘The venue was fantastic and cool, everyone had a good time.’
La Carnita (Private section) at La Carnita @ 130 Eglinton Ave E, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘The communication leading up to the event was fantastic, making the planning process seamless.’

What are some affordable cocktail reception venues in Toronto?

Cheap drinks reception venues in Toronto start from C$750 minimum spend per event or C$50 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

Event Space - OnOff Toronto at OnOff Toronto, from C$750 minimum spend per event (up to 50 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The food and drinks were so tasty and my friends had an amazing time.’
Isabella Dining Room at Foy House, from C$50 hire fee per hour (up to 20 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Especially if you love historic venues. The price was very reasonable as well.’
Entire Venue at St. James Gate, from C$17 per person (up to 288 guests standing)
Venue said: What sets it apart: Regular live music gives the venue an entertainment programme beyond its food and drink service, creating a lively setting for private gatherings.