Craving creative control and that DIY feeling? Tagvenue has top-notch self catering venues in Los Angeles that let you call the shots. Throw a rooftop taco party in Silver Lake, bring your grandma’s famous dumplings to a downtown loft, or serve up a plant-based feast in an airy arts district studio. LA’s all about personal style, and our venues reflect that: no preset menus, no limits. Just you, your crew, and whatever you want to plate up. From Malibu mansions to warehouse-chic spaces in Boyle Heights, we’ve got the spots that let your menu (and your budget) shine. Scroll on and get inspired.
The cost of self catering venues averages around $200 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 Los Angeles, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $100 | to $444 | hire fee per hour |
| From $2000 | to $8000 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
Beautiful Brick Studio at Re/creation Center
in Mid-City - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The space photographed wonderfully and helped make the event feel truly special.’
Skyline Grand at Skyline GRAND
in Downtown Los Angeles - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The space was beautiful and already had a lot of props to offer for the event, such as tables and chairs.’
Hollywood Ballroom + Lounge at Casa Vertigo
in Pico-Union - rated 4.8/5
Venue said: Located on the 2nd Floor, the Hollywood Ballroom + Lounge are reminiscent of vintage Hollywood glamour. The Hollywood Ballroom includes tables, chairs, decorative up lighting and air conditioning.
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 Los Angeles, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average $99 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 70 and 140 guests | prices average $200 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 155 guests | prices average $475 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.5 mi from central Los Angeles, available to book on Tagvenue:
Smaller self catering venues usually fit up to 40 guests seated. Here are some great options in Los Angeles, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Aura House - Skyline View at Aura House, rated 4.9/5 - podcast studio for 30 guests
Our user said: ‘Mark Dante Co-Founder & CEO DOUBLE COVERAGE PODCAST & MEDIA...’
Bar Lounge with Fireplace at One On One Recording, rated 5/5 - event space for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘My husband plays in a cover band and we rented the studio for his 60th birthday.’
Townhouse Beverly Hills at Townhouse Nails Beverly Hills - event venue for 40 guests
Venue said: Townhouse Nails Beverly Hills is an event space on Rodeo Drive, suited to company gatherings, private celebrations, brand activations, and community events.
Cheap self catering venues in Los Angeles start from $75 hire fee per hour or $1750 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Conference Room at New Earth Organization, from $75 hire fee per hour
(up to 12 guests seated)
Venue said: This is a boardroom table that can fit up to 10 guests comfortably. The space is fitted with conferencing technology, and all guests have access to bathrooms, unlimited coffee, tea and water and can also cater food.
Black Void Studio at Atomic Studios, from $1750 hire fee per day
(up to 75 guests seated)
Venue said: Atomic Studios offers an affordable, versatile space in the heart of North Hollywood, Los Angeles. For a single flat rate, you get access to a pre-lit Green Screen Studio, Black Void Studio with an optional extension, and...
Skyline Grand at Skyline GRAND, from $77 hire fee per hour
(up to 40 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘The space was beautiful and already had a lot of props to offer for the event, such as tables and chairs.’
Page last updated in September 2026
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