Live music, brisket, and big creative energy. Austin doesn’t play by the rules, and neither should your event. Want to bring in your favorite taco truck, grandma’s gumbo, or just keep the drinks local with a few coolers of Lone Star? Go for it. From funky East Austin warehouses to hill country escapes just outside town, these self catering venues give you the freedom to serve it your way. After all, in the city that keeps it weird, cookie-cutter just won’t cut it. Keep scrolling to find your perfect bring-your-own-everything spot.
The cost of self catering venues in Austin averages around $150 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 Austin, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
From $65 | to $300 | hire fee per hour |
From $149 | to $1500 | hire fee per day |
From $270 | to $3000 | hire fee per event |
You'll find self catering 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 Austin, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
Small self catering venues | up to 15 guests | prices average $250 hire fee per day |
Medium self catering venues | between 25 and 50 guests | prices average $75 hire fee per hour |
Large self catering venues | over 65 guests | prices average $350 hire fee per hour |