Booking costs of dinner party venues average $250 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 $199 | 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 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 Oakland, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $3000 hire fee per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 110 guests | prices average $450 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 125 guests | prices average $350 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.7 mi from central Oakland, 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 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 dinner party venues usually fit up to 50 guests seated. Here are some great options in Oakland, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
Show Court + Game Room/Lounge at Pickle Athletics - event venue for 30 guests
Venue said: Location: Telegraph Avenue in Oakland sits on a commercial corridor lined with cafes, restaurants and bars that provide post-event dining and nightlife options.
Photo Studio at Mick Jones Studio - photo studio for 30 guests
Venue said: Wi‑Fi and mirrors assist styling and tethered workflows, and the space provides step‑free access and accessible toilets. Best for: Food and beverage, product and portrait photography and small commercial video shoots fit...
Event Space at Aman Cafe - event space for 40 guests
Venue said: Aman Cafe is a neighborhood cafe that pairs Indian-style roti and rich curries with a focused specialty coffee program. Venue highlights: An in-house catering service manages private orders and tailored menu packages that...
Cheap dinner 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 October 2026:
Digital Taproom at STAK Space, from $300 hire fee per event
(up to 40 guests seated)
Venue said: Paid on-site and nearby parking options simplify logistics for guests travelling by car. Best for: Ticketed performances and showcases, cocktail receptions, pop-up dinners and supper-club style events.
Parklet at Sandbar, from $25 per person
(up to 20 guests seated)
Venue said: Parklet 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.
Mansion at Winsor House, from $160 hire fee per hour
(up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: Winsor House is a large period house characterised by an eclectic, lived-in interior and a layout of multiple interconnected rooms across several levels.
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