Top Venues with External Catering in Los Angeles, CA
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.
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from $125
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
40 guestsStella CoffeeCarthay, Los Angeles, CACCorinth K.
“The venue size and location are great for an intimate event like my book signing, which I held yesterday.” -
from $50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityCastle Loft in DTLA w/Cycwall
80 guestsCastle LoftDowntown Los Angeles, CA#Supervenue
FFaith B.
“I loved the space and how there are different rooms we had multiple games going and activities.” -
from $125
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityBeautiful Brick Studio
50 guestsRe/creation CenterMid-City, Los Angeles, CA#Supervenue
AAshley T.
“Venue was clean, easy to access, and has the space to design your own layout for your event.” -
from $77
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySkyline Grand
40 guestsSkyline GRANDDowntown Los Angeles, CA#Supervenue
JJan R.
“I would definitely book this place again in the future.” -
from $80
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilitySkyline Loft
300 guestsSkyline LoftDowntown Los Angeles, CATTracy C.
“I love this venue. The staff treated us so well and the location came clean and ready to roll.” -
from $50
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEntire Venue
60 guestsThe Green Room on VenturaSherman Oaks, Los Angeles, CABBecky N.
“10/10 venue! Can't wait to come back for some community events they host here.” -
from $264
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Counts Den
160 guestsThe Count's DenDowntown Los Angeles, CASSapphire S.
“Communication with the site manager was speedy, fees were transparent.” -
from $7000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityMain Room
600 guestsMayan Music VenueDowntown Los Angeles, CAThe Mayan serves as a historic event space which functions as an event space in Downtown Los Angeles with its exceptional architectural design and ability to host large events.
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from $200
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityThe Eastwood Mainstage
100 guestsEastwood Performing Arts CenterEast Hollywood, Los Angeles, CAIIzzy J.
“Fantastic venue with good audio & visuals, great seating, and a nice reception area as well.” -
from $190
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityMilwood Studios
40 guestsMilwood StudiosVenice, Los Angeles, CAAAngela K.
“Gorgeous venue and Stephan was awesome!” -
from $375
hire fee / per hourCheck availabilityEvent Space
100 guestsLittle Light VenueStudio City, Los Angeles, CAThe main ballroom's layout is flexible and can be set up for sit down dinners or cocktail hours, as well as be used as a dance floor. Other features of the space include: a green room, DJ booth, and commercial kitchen available
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from $10400
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityChateau Ballroom + Mezzanine
450 guestsCasa VertigoPico-Union, Los Angeles, CAChateau Ballroom + Mezzanine, a Ballroom in Casa Vertigo, a grand art‑deco ballroom defined by ornate crystal chandeliers and sweeping proportions. Design: The interior presents high ceilings, plaster cornices, fluted columns
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FAQs about Top Venues with External Catering in Los Angeles, CA
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 $125 | to $375 | hire fee per hour |
| From $2000 | to $7000 | hire fee per day |
| From $350 | to $1000 | minimum spend per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Entire Venue at Stella Coffee in Carthay - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Excellent communication, the venue itself was super cute, parking around the area was easy as well.’ -
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.’
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 (October 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $150 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 85 and 120 guests | prices average $200 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 155 guests | prices average $330 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.4 mi from central Los Angeles, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Skyline Grand at Skyline GRAND
on 824 South Los Angeles Street - 0.3 mi from center.
Our user said: ‘The space was beautiful and already had a lot of props to offer for the event, such as tables and chairs.’ -
Production Area at Skyline Helipad Oasis in DTLA
on Los Angeles - 0.3 mi from center.
Venue said: Skyline Helipad Oasis in Downtown Los Angeles is a standout film-ready location perched on the 25th floor. The expansive helipad measures 60 ft x 60 ft, with a total surface area of 13,500 sq ft, offering a dramatic and open... -
Full Bar at Barra 90
on 100 West 9th Street - 0.4 mi from center.
Venue said: Barra 90 is the old Pattern bar and the space has been completely remodeled as of July 2026 and it is the perfect space for any cocktail hour, birthday parties, viewing parties or presentations.
Smaller self catering venues usually fit up to 50 guests seated. Here are some great options in Los Angeles, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Hill 8 - Concrete Wall at Hill Studios, rated 4.3/5 - photo / film studio for 20 guests
Our user said: ‘Used it a lot! And the couple extra lights with the transmitter.’ -
16 Set Video/Photo Studio at 16 Multi Set Studio, rated 5/5 - photo / film studio for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘I liked the variety of sets to use, the lighting equipment, and it's easy to navigate through it.’ -
MIX Recording Studio at MIX/ZOOM Recording Studios, rated 4.9/5 - recording studio for 8 guests
Our user said: ‘He also taught and gave extremely helpful information on making our project better.’
Cheap self catering venues in Los Angeles start from $75 hire fee per hour or $250 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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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.’ -
Karaoke Birthday & Party Area at Chela's Cantina, from $250 minimum spend per event (up to 30 guests seated)
Venue said: There is no separate room rental fee—the minimum spend is applied to beverages purchased by your group. -
Live Stream Studio at Atomic Studios, from $1750 hire fee per day (up to 75 guests seated)
Venue said: Included is a 16-hour shoot day with no hidden fees or overtime, an on-site studio manager, and the coolest studio owner in Los Angeles. The space features no columns, 15-foot ceilings, and a smooth concrete floor ideal for...
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