Every kitchen booking has a job to do. Kitchens in California include commercial cooking spaces in Los Angeles, production kitchens in San Francisco, and culinary studios in San Diego used by caterers, food brands, chefs, and content creators. A new menu, a catering order, a cooking class, or a product launch all need space that is practical, professional, and ready to work. With options available across the state, it's easier to find a kitchen that matches the scale of the project. Take a look below and see which one fits the brief.
The cost of kitchens averages around $175 hire fee per hour. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in California, based on Tagvenue data from June 2026:
| From $100 | to $300 | hire fee per hour |
| From $1000 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $2000 | to $5000 | hire fee per day |
You'll find kitchens 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 California, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (June 2026):
| Small | up to 20 guests | prices average $100 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 25 and 50 guests | prices average $300 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 75 guests | prices average $475 hire fee per hour |
Page last updated in June 2026
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