Let’s be real—finding kitchens with the right setup shouldn’t feel impossible. If you need a commercial space to scale up your catering business or a test kitchen for your next food venture, Oakland has many options. You can cook up a storm in a high-tech facility in Jack London Square or get creative in a shared kitchen in Fruitvale. Professional appliances, flexible rental terms, and health-code compliance? Check, check, and check. Save the long search for perfecting your recipes. Tagvenue makes finding the right kitchen space quick, easy, and frustration-free. Browse and book today!
Oakland has various locations where you can hire kitchens for private events, cooking workshops, and creative projects. Piedmont Avenue, Montclair, and Longfellow have stylish residential-style kitchens, while areas like Downtown Oakland and Acorn Industrial have larger, more versatile spaces suited for bigger events. West Berkeley and Prescott are also great choices for unique, professional setups.
Expect to pay around $35 per hour for smaller spaces, while mid-range venues charge around $150 per hour. High-end and larger spaces can reach $5,000 per day or $500 per hour, depending on location and included amenities. (Based on Tagvenue data.)
Most kitchens available for hire come with essential cooking appliances, prep areas, and seating arrangements. Some venues, like MyGroove Design, Inc., provide additional space for hosting guests. Others have a more close-knit setting with flexible setups. Remember to check if your chosen venue includes cookware, utensils, and cleaning services or if you need to bring your own.
Kitchen venues in Oakland typically offer hourly, half-day, or full-day rental options. Hourly bookings are common, with venues like Modern Condo available for short-term use. If you need a kitchen for an entire day, venues like Mick Jones Studio offer full-day rental packages. Some venues may also provide session-based pricing, which is a good choice for longer events.