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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Oakland, CA
Ready to raise a glass to good times? The best cocktail party venues in Oakland are right here and ready to book. With modern lounges near Lake Merritt to industrial-chic spaces in Uptown pouring small-batch spirits and house-made syrups, you are in for a great time. Throw a milestone birthday, host a team celebration, or just enjoy a good negroni with your crew, Oakland’s got your event covered. Expect bold décor, Bay Area’s unique spots, and maybe even a local jazz band if you're feeling extra. Ready to sip in style? Scroll on and let’s get your party sorted.
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![Digital Taproom at STAK Space in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
from $300
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityDigital Taproom
50 guestsSTAK SpaceDowntown Oakland, CAThis spot is inside 1900 Broadway and works a bit differently from a typical bar. It’s self-serve, so you use your phone to pour your own drinks—beer, wine, or cocktails—and everything’s tracked and paid through the app. -
![Event Space + Outdoor Patio at Penelope in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
from $2536
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Space + Outdoor Patio
60 guestsPenelopeDowntown Oakland, CAPenelope Bar is a place where you can try delicious drinks. We specialize in various recipes for drinks and cocktails. Our experience and knowledge will certainly meet your expectations. -
![Red Room at Geoffrey's Inner Circle in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
from $450
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRed Room
60 guestsGeoffrey's Inner CircleDowntown Oakland, CAWhether it's a birthday party, cocktail reception, or business meeting, The Red Room effortlessly adapts to your needs. Don't miss the opportunity to create lasting memories in The Red Room—book now! -
![Event Space at CoCo Noir Wine Shop & Bar in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
from $2500
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEvent Space
75 guestsCoCo Noir Wine Shop & BarDowntown Oakland, CACoCo Noir Wine Shop & Bar is the perfect venue for hosting a variety of events, such as birthday parties, bridal showers, group meetups, and more. Choose this space for an unforgettable event in a trendy and unique setting. -
![Outdoor Space at Roderick's BBQ in Oakland, CA]()
from $1200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityOutdoor Space
200 guestsRoderick's BBQOakland, CATransform our beautiful patio into your next event space! Join the sun lovers and those who love being in fresh air. Whether a birthday party or a family reunion, we’ve got the perfect furnished patio space for you! -
![Bar with Parklet at Sandbar in Oakland, CA]()
from $3000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityBar with Parklet
150 guestsSandbarOakland, CASandbar is a uniquely atmospheric space maintained in a holiday, chill style. The pub/bar offers a variety of interesting drinks. You can take advantage of the inside space and the Outdoor Parklet. -
![Parklet at Sandbar in Oakland, CA]()
from $25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityParklet
30 guestsSandbarOakland, CAParklet is a small outdoor space owned by Sandbar. About 10 seats and a standing room await you there. You can take advantage of the bar's unique offerings. -
![Chandelier Pavilion at Scott's Jack London Square in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
from $11150
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityChandelier Pavilion
500 guestsScott's Jack London SquareDowntown Oakland, CAThe Pavilion is an expansive banquet space, where an open layout welcomes grand celebrations and gatherings of all kinds for up to 400 guests seated and 500 reception. -
![Entire Venue at Calabash in Oakland, CA]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
85 guestsCalabashOakland, CAWhether you're planning a corporate gathering, a special celebration, or a community get-together, our restaurant venue in Oakland is the perfect choice. -
![Event Space at Good Stock Garden in Oakland, CA]()
from $175
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Space
50 guestsGood Stock GardenOakland, CAOur Good Stock Garden is a stylish, serene, and accommodating outdoor space made for celebrating any and all milestones. Bridal and baby showers, rehearsal dinners, corporate retreats, birthdays, and the like infused the -
![Entire Restaurant at Daughter Thai Kitchen in Oakland, CA]()
from $65
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Restaurant
120 guestsDaughter Thai KitchenOakland, CADaughter Thai Kitchen can welcome up to 120 guests in its entire restaurant. Undeniably, this is the perfect venue for any private event, corporate function, or special celebration. -
![Ruth Beckford Room at Geoffrey's Inner Circle in Downtown Oakland, CA]()
from $450
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityRuth Beckford Room
100 guestsGeoffrey's Inner CircleDowntown Oakland, CAThe Ruth Beckford Room is a cozy and elegant space that can accommodate up to 100 people standing or 75 sitting. With bay windows, fireplaces, wood flooring, and colorful walls, it offers a unique and customized experience.
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Booking costs of cocktail party venues average $200 hire fee per hour. 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 Oakland, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $150 | to $450 | hire fee per hour |
| From $500 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $900 | to $3000 | hire fee per event |
You'll find cocktail party 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 Oakland, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $99 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 85 guests | prices average $450 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average $350 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.4 mi from central Oakland, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Event Space at CoCo Noir Wine Shop & Bar
on 360 13th Street - 0.3 mi from center.
Venue said: CoCo Noir Wine Shop & Bar is a new establishment in Oakland. Discover a wide array of wines, beers, champagnes, and non-alcoholic beverages at CoCo Noir Wine Shop & Bar. -
Red Room at Geoffrey's Inner Circle
on 410 14th Street - 0.4 mi from center.
Venue said: The space has a moody ambiance with red rugs and curtains and wood accents. Whether it's a birthday party, cocktail reception, or business meeting, The Red Room effortlessly adapts to your needs. -
811 Parliament at Parliament Oakland Event Venue
on 811 Washington Street - 0.4 mi from center.
Venue said: Parliament is perfect for clients wishing to host events in conjunction with conferences at Oakland Convention Center located only one block away.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 120 guests |
| Event Space | prices average $350 hire fee per hour | typically between 40 and 125 guests |
| Bar | prices average $2500 hire fee per event | typically between 50 and 60 guests |
Smaller cocktail party venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Oakland, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
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Recording/Podcast Studio at Oakland Post-Production/Podcast Studio, rated 5/5 - podcast studio for 4 guests
Our user said: ‘Roy and the team were incredibly responsive, welcoming, and supportive throughout the entire process.’ -
TOP-FLOOR LOFT-STYLE SPACE at MyGroove Design Studio - photo / film studio for 49 guests
Venue said: MyGroove Design is Creative Consulting, Multi-Media & Professional Live Streaming Studio in Oakland, CA. -
Photo Studio at Mick Jones Studio - photo studio for 30 guests
Venue said: 2100 Square foot floor plan photography studio with high ceilings and natural light. Full professional kitchen with 5 burner gas stove and huge 9ft rolling counter space.
Cheap cocktail party venues in Oakland start from $300 hire fee per event or $25 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
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Digital Taproom at STAK Space, from $300 hire fee per event (up to 50 guests standing)
Venue said: It’s self-serve, so you use your phone to pour your own drinks—beer, wine, or cocktails—and everything’s tracked and paid through the app. It keeps things quick and pretty relaxed, especially for groups. -
Parklet at Sandbar, from $25 per person (up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: About 10 seats and a standing room await you there. You can take advantage of the bar's unique offerings. The place is covered, so it will be perfect to enjoy a sunny day, and hide from the sun or light rain. -
Recording/Podcast Studio at Oakland Post-Production/Podcast Studio, from $99 hire fee per hour (up to 4 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Roy and the team were incredibly responsive, welcoming, and supportive throughout the entire process.’
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