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Top Minimum Spend Venues in San Diego, CA
We’ve got the inside scoop on minimum spend venues in San Diego where your rental fee is zero and every dollar goes straight to food and drink. Throw a rooftop birthday bash with ocean views, host a chill networking night downtown, or gather your crew in a taco joint with a built-in party vibe. Whatever your plan, Tagvenue makes it easy to keep things stylish and on budget. Keep scrolling to start planning!
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![Upstairs Bar at Fairweather Rooftop Bar in East Village, San Diego, CA]()
from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Bar
160 guestsFairweather Rooftop BarEast Village, San Diego, CASSara S.
“Rented the entire rooftop for a 60 person event and everything was perfect.” -
![Outside Space at Knotty Barrel Gastropub in Park West, San Diego, CA]()
from $100
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityOutside Space
160 guestsKnotty Barrel GastropubPark West, San Diego, CAThe Knotty Barrel also includes a Patio, which is an ideal space for relaxation. You can enjoy a unique menu reflecting the traditional British "pub grub" of San Diego as well as beer on tap. -
![The Collective Space at The Collective in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Collective Space
100 guestsThe CollectivePacific Beach, San Diego, CAKKathleen V.
“Kristi was very responsive and helpful. The venue is perfect for an intimate party/ gathering.” -
![The Vineyard Room at San Pasqual Tasting Room - Seaport Village in Marina District, San Diego, CA]()
from $300
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Vineyard Room
75 guestsSan Pasqual Tasting Room - Seaport VillageMarina District, San Diego, CAAn hourly in-house bar service fee and a minimum wine bottle purchase are required in addition to the hourly rate. - Full and partial venue buyouts are available for larger events. -
![GlassDoor at Porto Vista Hotel & Suites in Little Italy, San Diego, CA]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGlassDoor
40 guestsPorto Vista Hotel & SuitesLittle Italy, San Diego, CAThe hotel provides various on-site amenities, including a restaurant, bar, and a well-equipped meeting room. Not to mention, it's surrounded by iconic San Diego landmarks and attractions, including the USS Midway Museum, -
![Semi-private Space at The Collective in Pacific Beach, San Diego, CA]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-private Space
75 guestsThe CollectivePacific Beach, San Diego, CAPPj C.
“The karaoke and ability to do your own playlist was awesome as well. Would definitely do this again.” -
![Entire Venue at Terra American Bistro in Rolando, San Diego, CA]()
from $3000
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
100 guestsTerra American BistroRolando, San Diego, CAA short hallway serves as the restaurant’s entryway that separates the restrooms from the extensive bar and dining area. The large, three-sided wooden bar to the left is past the reception stand and an open dining room punctuated -
![Downstairs Bar at Fairweather Rooftop Bar in East Village, San Diego, CA]()
from $50
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityDownstairs Bar
150 guestsFairweather Rooftop BarEast Village, San Diego, CAHHeather S.
“The bartenders were really fun and friendly and our guests had a great time.” -
![The House Next Door at Nolita Hall in Little Italy, San Diego, CA]()
from $539
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityThe House Next Door
30 guestsNolita HallLittle Italy, San Diego, CAThe Nolita Hall and Blackswan Hospitality family introduce our newest San Diego private event space in Little Italy - The House Next Door The House Next Door is located on the same street as Nolita House and Nolita Hall, -
![The Courtyard at San Pasqual Tasting Room - Seaport Village in Marina District, San Diego, CA]()
from $350
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Courtyard
250 guestsSan Pasqual Tasting Room - Seaport VillageMarina District, San Diego, CAIt’s an ideal choice for grand celebrations or corporate functions. This space must be reserved in conjunction with our other event spaces. - An hourly in-house bar service fee and a minimum wine bottle purchase are required -
![Entire Venue at Operacaffe in Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CA]()
from $3233
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
95 guestsOperacaffeGaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CAThe Patio Plus is a hidden gem for those who are looking for a great Italian restaurant in San Diego. It's perfect for hosting an event, with its large space that can hold up to 85 people. -
![Mezzanine Bar at Good Night John Boy in Gaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CA]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityMezzanine Bar
100 guestsGood Night John BoyGaslamp Quarter, San Diego, CAThe Mezzanine is a semi-private space that overlooks the main floor. It offers the perfect space for guests to gather and celebrate. The Mezzanine includes private bar and separate restrooms.
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FAQs about Top Minimum Spend Venues in San Diego, CA
Booking costs of minimum spend 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 San Diego, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From $1500 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $50 | to $85 | per person |
| From $300 | to $945 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
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Grand Hall at BLVD Hall in Teralta West - rated 5/5
Venue said: The main hall is very spacious and allows us to host mid to large size events. (See our other studio space for smaller groups.) Our central San Diego location is an easy commute from all parts of town. -
The Collective Space at The Collective in Pacific Beach - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue is perfect for an intimate party/ gathering.’ -
Upstairs Bar at Fairweather Rooftop Bar in East Village - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Rachel and Ted were very responsive and so kind. Would 100% recommend this venue.’
You'll find minimum spend 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 Diego, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 120 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average $6000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 0.4 mi from central San Diego, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Entire Venue at Operacaffe
on 835 Fourth Avenue - 0.3 mi from center.
Venue said: Restaurateur and esteemed chef, Patrizia Branchi, has been a part of award-winning restaurants and Italian cuisine since 1985, when she opened her first restaurant, L’Osteria Delle Tre Panche, in the heart of Florence, Italy. -
Entire Venue at Taste & Thirst
on 715 Fourth Avenue - 0.3 mi from center.
Venue said: With 15 TVs and a large projector, this 2000 square foot space is ideal for holiday parties and large group gatherings. Whether you're looking to celebrate a special occasion or host a corporate event, our venue room offers... -
Grandma's Basement at Good Night John Boy
on 401 G Street - 0.4 mi from center.
Venue said: This space is perfect for smaller groups that want a private space to gather and an entire bar to themselves. This space also allows the option to be close to the action while still separate!
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