The 16 Best Affordable Restaurants With Private Rooms for Hire in Melbourne

Q: How much does it cost to book cheap restaurants with private rooms in Melbourne?

Booking costs of affordable restaurants with private rooms average $2000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data: - From $1500 to $4000 minimum spend per event - From $35 to $75 per person

Affordable Restaurants With Private Rooms for Hire in Melbourne

FAQs about Top Affordable Restaurants With Private Rooms in Melbourne

How much does it cost to book cheap restaurants with private rooms in Melbourne?

Booking costs of affordable restaurants with private rooms average $2000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data:

Prices of affordable restaurants with private rooms in Melbourne as of September, 2026
From $1500	to $4000	minimum spend per event
From $35	to $75	per person

What are the top budget-friendly restaurant dining rooms available in Melbourne?

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:

Entire Venue at Frontside Food & Wine in Port Melbourne - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was amazing, aswell as the food and drinks. You’re really getting what your paying for.’
Private Dining Room at Aunty Kim's in Collingwood - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Staff are incredibly helpful, the venue itself is beautiful and the food was amazing...’
Emerald Private Dining Room at Father's Office Downtown - Flinders Lane in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Value for money was fantastic, the food was great and dietary requests catered for.’

What are the typical capacities of affordable restaurants for private dinners in Melbourne?

You'll find affordable restaurants with private rooms 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 Melbourne, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

Small	up to 40 guests	prices average $1000 minimum spend per event
Medium	between 60 and 90 guests	prices average $2000 minimum spend per event
Large	over 110 guests	prices average $5000 minimum spend per event

What are some cheap restaurants with private rooms close to Melbourne CBD?

These are the venues within 400 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:

Dining Room at The Moat on 176 Little Lonsdale Street - 200 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘From the beginning, Rosie was responsive and helpful, & allowed us a lot of flexibility with our booking.’
Teak Room at Grill Steak Seafood on 66 Hardware Lane - 300 m from centre.
Venue said: Here we are- offering the rental of our Crimson Room. With an exquisite setting, accommodating up to 150 guests with a sit-down and stand-up option, our private bar, own kitchen, and toilets, plus access to TV, MIC, PA system
Upstairs Area at Gopal’s on 139 Swanston Street - 400 m from centre.
Venue said: Gopals Pure Vegetarian is a unique restaurant operated by Hare Krishna Melbourne. We serve vegetarian and vegan all-you-can-eat meals, including dishes from Europe, India and other Asian cuisines.

What are some small budget-friendly restaurant dining rooms in Melbourne?

Smaller affordable restaurants with private rooms usually fit up to 40 guests seated. Here are some great options in Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

The Barrel Room at La Madonna, rated 5/5 - dining room for 13 guests
Our user said: ‘We ordered the chef’s meal which was five courses of excellent food shared.’
Pink Delight Private Dining at Father's Office Downtown - Flinders Lane, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 22 guests
Venue said: Perfect for small intimate Birthday dinners or Hens party celebrations. Pink Delight Private Dining can accommodate up to 22 guests seated comfortably.
Rumpus Room at The George on Collins, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 25 guests
Venue said: This space is flexible and can accommodate small groups with ease - 16 guests seated or up to 25 standing.

What events can you host at affordable restaurants for private dinners in Melbourne?

In Melbourne, affordable restaurants with private rooms are most commonly booked for 20 to 50 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

Private Dining	Usually between $1,000 and $1,200.	User who booked River Terrace at Hophaus for 18 guests said: ‘Outdoor but covered seating on the Yarra. Good lovely food with a varied Menu and complete bar.’
Wedding	Usually between $100 and $600.	User who booked The Ivy Room at The Deck Brighton for 54 guests said: ‘Thank you for your incredible flexibility and for going above and beyond—simply priceless! Keletso...’
Christmas Dinner	Usually between $1,700 and $2,800.	User who booked Dining Room at The Moat for 50 guests said: ‘Rosie was very accommodating to all our request.’