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!
In San Diego, prices 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 October 2025:
| From $1500 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $31 | to $75 | per person |
| From $300 | to $750 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
Patio at New Motion Beverages & Embolden Beer Company
in Miramar - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘All of my guests had a great time and complemented how nice all the bartenders were.’
Semi-private Space at The Collective
in Pacific Beach - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Kristi was awesome with helping me plan a spot to host the after party for my wedding.’
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 (October 2025):
| Small minimum spend venues | up to 50 guests | prices average $2694 minimum spend per event |
| Medium minimum spend venues | between 70 and 105 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Large minimum spend venues | over 125 guests | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event |