Booking costs of dinner party venues average $3500 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 Los Angeles, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $2000 | to $6500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $40 | to $75 | per person |
| From $350 | to $750 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
Private Dining Area at Bonaventure Brewing Co.
in Downtown Los Angeles - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The guest enjoyed the venue ambiance and the service.’
Powder Room at Saint Felix Hollywood
in Hollywood - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Loved having food ordering options in addition to drinks. Would definitely book another party here.’
Secret Underground Speakeasy at Leather & Rose
in Mid-City - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘You won’t be disappointed if you book an event here. Nick and his staff are the best.’
You'll find dinner 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 Los Angeles, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 75 and 110 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 145 guests | prices average $7500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.4 mi from central Los Angeles, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for dinner party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 150 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 65 guests |
| Bar | prices average $950 hire fee per hour | typically between 40 and 250 guests |
| Terrace | prices average $450 hire fee per hour | typically between 50 and 375 guests |
| Event Space | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 90 guests |
Smaller dinner party venues usually fit up to 50 guests seated. Here are some great options in Los Angeles, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
Entire Roots Indian Bistro at ROOTS Indian Bistro - restaurant for 50 guests
Venue said: Free off-site parking helps event logistics. Best for: Casual group dinners, birthday celebrations, family-style tasting events. Location: Melrose Avenue in Los Angeles sits on a busy shopping and dining corridor that offers...
Entire Venue at Carasau Pasta Bar - restaurant for 50 guests
Venue said: Best for: Chef-led private dinners, intimate seated celebratory meals, after-work cocktail receptions with food service. Location: West 3rd Street forms a busy dining corridor lined with restaurants and bars that provide...
Indoor Upper Deck at Azur Beverly Hills - restaurant for 40 guests
Venue said: Upper section of the restaurant located inside. This space can be used for a standing or seated private event.
Cheap dinner party venues in Los Angeles start from $875 minimum spend per event or $35 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
Enchanting Italian Garden at Bianca Sicilian Trattoria, from $875 minimum spend per event
(up to 150 guests seated)
Venue said: Bianca Sicilian Trattoria is a Sicilian restaurant centred on a semi-covered outdoor garden dining area that defines the venue's character. Design: The interior pairs timber and stone surfaces with gravel floors and mixed...
Outside area at Sumac Mediterranean Cuisine, from $35 per person
(up to 20 guests seated)
Venue said: The space is roofed and has garden heaters in case it gets cold in the evenings. Come and taste our unique cuisine and enjoy the weather at the same time.
VIP Chanco Sucio Pub at Uncle Ollie's Penthouse, from $500 hire fee per event
(up to 20 guests standing)
Venue said: VIP Chanco Sucio Pub is a private space in Uncle Ollie's Penthouse and a compact retro-styled VIP lounge defined by eclectic, heavily decorated interiors.
Luxurious hotel ballrooms like those in the iconic Beverly Hills area offer grandiose settings with full-service catering, perfect for upscale, elegant dinner parties. For a more intimate and unique experience, consider renting boutique restaurants in trendy neighborhoods like Santa Monica or Venice, where you can enjoy a fusion of exquisite cuisine and local charm. If you want a blend of sophistication and urban flair, you might opt for rooftop venues in downtown LA and enjoy their breathtaking city views. Art galleries in the Arts District or historic lofts in the Fashion District offer a chic, creative ambiance, perfect for a modern, stylish private dinner gathering. For outdoor private dinner parties, scenic garden venues in areas like Santa Monica or Malibu provide a serene, natural setting, ideal for a relaxed, al fresco dinner experience.
Koreatown is recognized for its affordable yet stylish venue options, from quaint eateries to versatile private event spaces. With its historic charm, Pasadena offers a range of budget-friendly yet elegant venues, from private art galleries to quaint bistros, suitable for a cozy dinner party. If you want a more laid-back vibe, Long Beach provides a variety of affordable beachfront venues, perfect for a casual, scenic dinner gathering. Additionally, Highland Park has a variety of trendy and reasonably priced venues, from hip cafes to artistic spaces, catering to a more bohemian-style dinner party.
Page last updated in October 2026
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