Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Los Angeles, CA
You’ll find the best drinks reception venues Los Angeles has to offer right here, from rooftop lounges with views of the Hollywood Hills to cocktail bars in Downtown LA. This is the land of palm trees, movie magic, and beach sunsets, where sipping champagne feels perfectly natural. Raise a glass near the Walk of Fame or host a stylish soirée steps from Santa Monica Pier. Whether it’s cocktails, bubbles, or California wine, your perfect spot is waiting. Scroll down and let’s set the stage.
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from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySelma Lounge
100 guestsSaint Felix HollywoodHollywood, Los Angeles, CA#Supervenue
BBella G.
“The staff, venue and location were all so accommodating and lovely. Great food and drinks too!” -
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPowder Room
70 guestsSaint Felix HollywoodHollywood, Los Angeles, CA#Supervenue
SSkylar O.
“Loved having food ordering options in addition to drinks. Would definitely book another party here.” -
from $1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityMain Room and Bar
250 guestsSaint Felix HollywoodHollywood, Los Angeles, CA#Supervenue
AAlison S.
“The drinks were delightful, and the food phenomenal.” -
from $150
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBig Trendy Patio
288 guestsSorry Not Sorry, LASawtelle, Los Angeles, CARRenee M.
“Sorry not Sorry team worked with us to create menu and drink list that worked with our budget and needs.” -
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEACA Alley (Patio)
100 guestsSaint Felix HollywoodHollywood, Los Angeles, CA#Supervenue
PPlasma C.
“The drinks were spectacularly presented. The whole venue was spotless and well maintained.” -
from $200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySecret Underground Speakeasy
30 guestsLeather & RoseMid-City, Los Angeles, CADDaniel P.
“Ashley did a fantastic job behind the bar and kept our guests well hydrated with cocktails.” -
from $90
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityIndoor Area
198 guestsN10 RestaurantBeverly Grove, Los Angeles, CAJJaclyn J.
“Elizabeth was so extremely helpful and accommodating. The drinks were amazing and the pasta was delicious.” -
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
500 guestsSaint Felix HollywoodHollywood, Los Angeles, CA#Supervenue
MMarjorie D.
“We had two bartenders on staff the entire evening which meant no one had to wait too long for a drink.” -
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityOutdoor Terrace
500 guestsHarbor House LADowntown Los Angeles, CABest for: Cocktail receptions and networking drinks. Rooftop sunset receptions and ticketed pop-up events or product launches. Location: Downtown Los Angeles is a dense entertainment and business district that gives guests
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from $5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityOriginal Lounge
75 guestsThe Three ClubsHollywood, Los Angeles, CAPicture yourself enjoying the company of those around you while sipping on a carefully curated selection of drinks, including beer, wine, and cocktails.
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from $100
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityFull Venue
80 guestsChubby SocialCanoga Park, Los Angeles, CAHire Options: Private events, semi-private hire & full venue buyout Drinks: Craft cocktails, premium spirits & customised beverage packages
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from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySongbird Space
100 guestsSongbirdChinatown, Los Angeles, CADDiana X.
“Thank you both for great communication and allowing us to have a wonderful holiday party at your venue!”
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FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Los Angeles, CA
Booking costs of drinks reception venues average $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 Los Angeles, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between $1500 | and $6500 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between $40 | and $85 | per person |
| Typically between $300 | and $950 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
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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 (November 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 150 guests | prices average $3859 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.6 mi from central Los Angeles, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Full Bar at Barra 90
on 100 West 9th Street - 0.4 mi from center.
Venue said: Best for: Cocktail-led celebrations, Mexican food-and-drink gatherings, and ticketed social events. Location: Barra 90 sits in Downtown Los Angeles, amid the Historic Core’s older commercial buildings, restaurants and evening... -
VIP Chanco Sucio Pub at Uncle Ollie's Penthouse
on 414 Boyd Street Suite A - 0.6 mi from center.
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. -
Historic Luxury Rooftop at HWH Luxury Living - Timeless Event Venue
on 354 South Spring Street - 0.6 mi from center.
Venue said: What sets it apart: A step-free rooftop that provides wheelchair access and on-site accessible toilets, an uncommon combination for roof-level event spaces.
Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 180 guests |
| Bar | prices average $950 hire fee per hour | typically between 80 and 250 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 100 guests |
| Event Space | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 200 guests |
| Terrace | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 290 guests |
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Event Area at Amiga Amore - event space for 30 guests
Venue said: Best for: Chef-led tasting dinners, intimate seated dinners, small cocktail receptions Location: York Boulevard is a walkable dining strip lined with independent cafés and bars, giving hosts straightforward options for guests... -
Bar Area at Baar Baar LA - bar for 40 guests
Venue said: Best for: Special-occasion dinners and milestone meals. Cocktail-led receptions and chef-driven tasting menus. Location: Downtown Los Angeles places Baar Baar LA near major venues such as L. -
Entire Venue at Carasau Pasta Bar - restaurant for 50 guests
Venue said: Venue highlights: The restaurant provides in-house catering and an on-site bar serving wine, beer and cocktails suitable for receptions or plated meals.
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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.’ -
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. -
Full Space at The Lantern House, from $1000 hire fee per day (up to 150 guests standing)
Venue said: The Lantern House is a compound of four Craftsman-style bungalows dating from 1910 in Venice, CA. An iconic collection of art, artifacts, gardens, fountains, vintage collectibles - there are low-voltage lanterns hanging in...
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