Not every celebration calls for a preset menu and in Houston's self catering venues, nobody’s stopping you from showing up with brisket, biryani, or Grandma’s famous sheet cake. For a truly memorable wedding, birthday, or potluck, Houston's self-catering venues provide the ideal setting to create a meaningful culinary experience. Here, you'll find Houston spaces that welcome outside catering, from event halls near The Heights to flexible spaces around Midtown. Whether you prefer food trucks, family recipes, or full DIY buffets, there's a perfect spot for you. Many locations also offer on-site kitchens or are happy for you to bring coolers and chafing dishes. Scroll down and find the space that brings your spread to life.
The cost of self catering venues averages around $100 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 Houston, based on Tagvenue data from December 2025:
| From $70 | to $160 | hire fee per hour |
| From $840 | to $3291 | hire fee per event |
| From $400 | to $5500 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:
The Media Block (North) at North Houston Studio Space
in Greater Greenspoint - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Great space. Lots of different looks!’
Intimate Unique Bungalow at Verandas Events
in Independence Heights - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Everyone was impressed. We would book this venue again in the future.’
Modern Event Venue at Mingled Spaces
in Spring Branch East - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Her support truly made the difference. Mingled Spaces is a wonderful venue in a great location.’
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 Houston, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (December 2025):
| Small | up to 20 guests | prices average $70 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 40 and 75 guests | prices average $100 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 80 guests | prices average $299 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.9 mi from central Houston, available to book on Tagvenue:
Page last updated in December 2025
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