Booking costs of drinks reception 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 $1500 | 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 September 2026), the best options include:
Songbird Space at Songbird
in Chinatown - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Can’t wait to book with you again.’
Selma Lounge at Saint Felix Hollywood
in Hollywood - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The drinks were spectacularly presented. The whole venue was spotless and well maintained.’
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. Keep up the Good work.’
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 Los Angeles, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 75 and 125 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average $6500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.5 mi from central Los Angeles, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 170 guests |
| Bar | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 75 and 250 guests |
| Rooftop | prices average $8500 hire fee per day | typically between 100 and 125 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 65 guests |
| Event Space | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 90 guests |
Smaller drinks reception venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Los Angeles, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Back Bar at Revolver Video Bar - bar for 40 guests
Venue said: Enjoy the service of your private bartender making drinks while you enjoy a curated playlist. It’s the ideal place to relax and enjoy the moment. Have fun with some classic arcade games or board games with your friends.
Entire Restaurant at Yakiniku Osen - restaurant for 30 guests
Venue said: Yakiniku Osen is a Japanese BBQ restaurant located at 3503 Sunset Blvd in Los Angeles. It's a cameral venue with a strong emphasis on Japanese culture.
The Atrium at Ōwa - terrace for 35 guests
Venue said: Located in the heart of Ōwa in between the bar and the dining room, The Atrium is open-air patio featuring a fireplace and floor-to-ceiling windows which connect to the dining room that can be closed for privacy.
Cheap drinks reception venues in Los Angeles start from $200 hire fee per hour or $680 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Secret Underground Speakeasy at Leather & Rose, from $200 hire fee per hour
(up to 30 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘You won’t be disappointed if you book an event here. Nick and his staff are the best. Keep up the Good work.’
Private Dining Room at Tomat, from $680 minimum spend per event
(up to 35 guests standing)
Venue said: This private dining space is on the restaurant’s second floor and seats between 8 and 35 guests. The room is lined with shelves of wine and books, giving it a more intimate, lived-in feel.
VIP Chanco Sucio Pub at Uncle Ollie's Penthouse, from $500 hire fee per event
(up to 20 guests standing)
Venue said: There is also a bar in the VIP room in which you can upgrade your event to have your own personal bartender at your beck and call.
Page last updated in September 2026
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