Booking costs of drinks reception venues average $2500 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 San Antonio, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $750 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $100 | to $533 | hire fee per hour |
| From $25 | to $60 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Whole Venue at Tandem
in Riverside - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Being from Houston and not knowing small venues for booking it was amazing to have found Tandem.’
Oasis Lawn at Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa
in Downtown San Antonio - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: The Plaza San Antonio revives the property’s history and goes to great lengths to preserve the cultural imprint marked by its passage through time. Working with the Office of Historic Preservation, our three 19th century...
Event Space at Ranger Creek Brewing & Distilling
in Sun Gate - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Perfect venue for our event. Staff was great. Easy to work with.’
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 San Antonio, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 75 guests | prices average $195 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 130 and 200 guests | prices average $1300 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 300 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central San Antonio, 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:
| Bar | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 105 and 350 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 130 guests |
| Event Space | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 150 and 250 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average $500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 75 guests |
| Outdoor Space | prices average $50000 minimum spend per event | typically between 95 and 100 guests |
Smaller drinks reception venues usually fit up to 75 guests standing. Here are some great options in San Antonio, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
The Social Studio at Working Moms of San Antonio, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 70 guests
Our user said: ‘The venue was awesome and the owners were awesome! They catered to just about everything we asked.’
Whole Venue at San Antonio Limo - party bus for 15 guests
Venue said: San Antonio Limo has a stylish and edgy look, perfect for those who want a unique party experience. The inside is decked out with cushioned black and green seats that are sleek and modern, wrapping around the bus to give...
Dolphin Underwater Viewing at SeaWorld, rated 5/5 - event space for 75 guests
Venue said: Enjoy a private reception or small group dinner with our playful bottlenose dolphins in a climate controlled underwater viewing gallery.
Cheap drinks reception venues in San Antonio start from $10 per person or $500 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Event Space at Fiasco Cocktails & Sports Bar, from $10 per person
(up to 140 guests standing)
Venue said: Don't miss out on this opportunity—secure your reservation today and make Fiasco Cocktails & Sports Bar the backdrop for your upcoming event!
Anaqua Garden Bar at Plaza San Antonio Hotel & Spa, from $500 minimum spend per event
(up to 350 guests standing)
Venue said: Sip on botanically-infused cocktails while relaxing in plush seating, surrounded by lush greenery and a curated soundtrack that adds to the serene atmosphere.
Bar and Grill at Riverwalk Plaza Hotel, from $500 hire fee per event (up to 150 guests standing)
Page last updated in September 2026
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