New York City is all about doing things your way and your event should be no different. Self catering venues in New York City include lofts in SoHo where you can bring your favorite caterer, airy studios in Brooklyn perfect for home-cooked feasts, and flexible halls in Manhattan ready for creative menus. Want to showcase grandma’s recipes or hire a trendy food truck? These venues let you take control of the food and drinks so your party feels uniquely yours. In a city built on big ideas, create an event that’s all yours with a space that says “NYC original.” Browse and book your space today.
The cost of self catering venues averages around $250 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 New York City, based on Tagvenue data from August 2026:
| From $100 | to $350 | hire fee per hour |
| From $750 | to $5000 | hire fee per event |
| From $1500 | to $10000 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:
Entire Studio at Studios by SK
in Sunset Park - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘We will absolutely recommend the studio and be back next time we need a space!’
Entire Venue at Exposed Brick Multi-Use Event Space
in Bowery - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Will definitely rent the space again for other parties in the future!’
VOLUME - The Mirage Room at VOLUME
in Garment District - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The space had more than enough room for my themed holiday 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 New York City, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (August 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $90 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 80 and 125 guests | prices average $200 hire fee per hour |
| Large | over 160 guests | prices average $375 hire fee per hour |
These are the venues within 0.3 mi from central New York City, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of August 2026), users looking for self catering venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Event Venue | prices average $360 hire fee per hour | typically between 100 and 300 guests |
| Loft | prices average $300 hire fee per hour | typically between 80 and 125 guests |
| Ballroom | prices average $350 hire fee per hour | typically between 100 and 250 guests |
| Gallery | prices average $350 hire fee per hour | typically between 30 and 130 guests |
| Church | prices average $500 hire fee per hour | typically between 160 and 200 guests |
Smaller self catering venues usually fit up to 50 guests seated. Here are some great options in New York City, based on Tagvenue data as of August 2026:
Cozy Art Land at Cozy Art Land, rated 4.7/5 - art studio for 18 guests
Our user said: ‘The space was amazing and was exactly what I needed.’
Sun-Filled Podcasting Studio! at Suite Tea Studio, rated 5/5 - podcast studio for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘The space, equipment, producers are all very professional.’
Elegant Daylight Studio at Saxum Studios, rated 4.8/5 - photo / film studio for 30 guests
Our user said: ‘Very nice and reliable place for photography.’
Cheap self catering venues in New York City start from $500 minimum spend per event or $65 hire fee per hour. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of August 2026:
Printers Semi Private/Private at Printers Alley, from $500 minimum spend per event
(up to 150 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Very responsive, and helped us set up a whole tour of the space last minute on a Friday night!’
Elegant Daylight Studio at Saxum Studios, from $69 hire fee per hour
(up to 20 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Very nice and reliable place for photography.’
Entire Venue at Party on Staten Island, from $100 hire fee per event
(up to 31 guests seated)
Venue said: Welcome to 2,000 sq ft of pure party fun—the perfect spot for kids and teens to celebrate in style! This space is ideal for birthdays, themed events, and private gatherings, with bright colors, interactive games, and plenty...
Page last updated in August 2026
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