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 in New York City 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 New York City, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
From $82 | to $300 | hire fee per hour |
From $200 | to $1000 | hire fee per event |
From $7000 | to $12000 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
Entire Studio at Studios by SK
in Greenpoint - 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!’
CINEPLAY - The Club at CINEPLAY
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 (October 2025):
Small self catering venues | up to 40 guests | prices average $75 hire fee per hour |
Medium self catering venues | between 65 and 80 guests | prices average $150 hire fee per hour |
Large self catering venues | over 120 guests | prices average $300 hire fee per hour |