Bon appétit, ladies and gentlemen of Oakland! It's time to get your hands on the tastiest private dining rooms in the city. Be it a wedding reception with your close family and best friends or a corporate lunch with business partners, Oakland is ready to meet your culinary needs. Vegan, locally sourced produce, small bites, and tailored menus are available in classy restaurants, quaint cafes, and event spaces perfect for any event. We've carefully selected the best picks in the cultural center of the East Bay to make your dining experience stress-free. Discover and book the best places in Oakland right away!
In Oakland, prices of private dining rooms average $300 hire fee per hour. 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 Oakland, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
From $175 | to $450 | hire fee per hour |
From $750 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
From $1000 | to $3250 | hire fee per day |
You'll find private dining rooms 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 Oakland, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
Small private dining rooms | up to 60 guests | prices average $199 hire fee per hour |
Medium private dining rooms | between 100 and 150 guests | prices average $300 hire fee per hour |
Large private dining rooms | over 200 guests | prices average $450 hire fee per hour |
Yes, many venues in Oakland require a minimum spend, particularly for larger private dining rooms. For instance, Blue Plate has minimum spend options starting from $700.
Private dining rooms in Oakland cater all group sizes. For small parties, venues like Indoors at Indigo can accommodate up to 38 guests. For larger celebrations, options like Roderick's BBQ can host up to 200 guests, making it easy to find a suitable space for any occasion. Remember not to book a space that’s too big as it may make some guests feel isolated.