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Top After Work Drinks in Melbourne
Been waiting at the edge of your seat to clock out for some after work drinks in Melbourne? Or been feeling tired because you can’t find the perfect place to kick back and relax? We got you. Here at Tagvenue we make it our priority to find the perfect locations for you to chill out and grab a pint or two. If you’ve been searching the web and still need some recommendations, then keep scrolling, because we have only the best locations in town. Get ready to grab some after work drinks in Melbourne with Tagvenue!
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![Peacock Lounge at The Emerald Peacock in Melbourne CBD]()
from $21
per person / per dayCheck availabilityPeacock Lounge
140 guestsThe Emerald PeacockMelbourne CBD
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MMatylda
“No minimum bar spend to hire a place is a bonus. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed themselves.” -
![The Vault at Caz Reitop's Dirty Secrets in Collingwood, Melbourne]()
from $750
minimum spend / per eveningCheck availabilityThe Vault
60 guestsCaz Reitop's Dirty SecretsCollingwood, Melbourne
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LLaura
“Everyone commented that it was a great little private space. Nice bartenders upstairs with full cocktail menu.” -
![The Sundeck Function Space at The Purple Emerald Lounge Bar in Northcote, Melbourne]()
from $5
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Sundeck Function Space
80 guestsThe Purple Emerald Lounge BarNorthcote, Melbourne
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CCarmel B.
“Hayley is the best and kept helping through the night Bar staff made the best drinks with a smile.” -
![Atrium at The Grace Darling Hotel in Collingwood, Melbourne]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityAtrium
50 guestsThe Grace Darling HotelCollingwood, MelbourneJJayne W.
“Thanks to the lovely staff especially Zara, our lovely bartender for the evening.” -
![The Attic at The George on Collins in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Attic
30 guestsThe George on CollinsMelbourne CBDXXx M.
“Amazing service , communication , room was perfect with its own bar and bar staff.” -
![Basement at La Di Da in Melbourne CBD]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBasement
150 guestsLa Di DaMelbourne CBD
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AAiden
“Barry's enthusiasm to make sure I had the best night was what solidified my decision to choose this venue.” -
![Rooftop Indoors at Two Hands Rooftop Bar in Abbotsford, Melbourne]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop Indoors
80 guestsTwo Hands Rooftop BarAbbotsford, Melbourne
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DDina .
“Great service Consistent drinks & food for my engagement party Very attentive to bar tab” -
![Private Function Room at Polly Bar in Fitzroy, Melbourne]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPrivate Function Room
50 guestsPolly BarFitzroy, MelbourneJJesse F.
“Lovely room, the private bar and adjacent open-air room with bathroom were also awesome to have” -
![Main Bar at Bonny in Fitzroy, Melbourne]()
from $3500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Bar
80 guestsBonnyFitzroy, MelbourneSSue A.
“Loved the atmosphere created at Bonny's Bar and Kitchen. Food plentiful and delicious, drinks great!” -
![Lounge at Ludlow Bar in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge
50 guestsLudlow BarSouthbank, MelbourneNNicole M.
“We had a much larger group that was accommodated in the public bar space with dedicated bar.” -
![Stunning Rooftop Bar & Lounge at Balaclava Hotel in South East Melbourne]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityStunning Rooftop Bar & Lounge
120 guestsBalaclava HotelSouth East MelbourneZZoe G.
“Has a lift which was excellent for accessibility and good open space around the bar.” -
![Chloe's Rooms at Young & Jacksons in Melbourne CBD]()
from $25
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityChloe's Rooms
110 guestsYoung & JacksonsMelbourne CBDMMyra B.
“I would recommend booking Y&J for your event. The staff were lovely and really helpful.”
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Celebrate at Top Bars for Birthday Parties
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“Riley & onesixone were so fantastic to book my birthday party with.”
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“I had my 21st birthday party here on Friday and I can't express how much I loved the Aviary Hotel as a venue.”
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“The staff were incredibly helpful to a mate and I planning a low-key birthday party for him.”
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“Great space. Good value with having a minimum spend, instead of a hire fee. We really enjoyed our night.”
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“I felt secure, confident and safe in this large and work of art venue.”
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“We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend The Blacksmith Bar for any special occasion.”
Check Our Melbourne’s 21st Birthday Party Bars That Are All the Rage
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“They originally didn't have the space but managed to make it work.”
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“Everything went smoothly, I booked a rooftop section with mixed standing and sitting.”
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“The catering was great and the drinks themselves were fantastic, especially the mocktails and cocktails!”
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“The venue is beautiful, a great space with great staff. We had a wonderful night, thank you!”
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“Bonny is an excellent venue for a 30th party from the location to the space itself!”
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“I would definitely book the George Lounge again. The venue is beautiful and the staff were very friendly.”
Pick from Most Attractive Bars for Live Music Events
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“Easy to book and organise the function, function space was set out well and the amenities were great.”
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“Wow! What a venue, I booked the entire venue for my 40th birthday.”
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“The venue was amazing, aswell as the food and drinks. You’re really getting what your paying for.”
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“Had a fantastic afternoon and would be very happy to hold another event there”
FAQs about Top After Work Drinks in Melbourne
In Melbourne, prices of after work drinks average $1500 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 October 2025:
| From $1000 | to $2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $21 | to $45 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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The Sundeck Function Space at The Purple Emerald Lounge Bar in Northcote - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘I booked the area for my 30th birthday with around 40 people and the space worked perfectly!’ -
Peacock Lounge at The Emerald Peacock in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘No minimum bar spend to hire a place is a bonus.’ -
The Vault at Caz Reitop's Dirty Secrets in Collingwood - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Nice bartenders upstairs with full cocktail menu.’
Melbourne is quite a big city, and you can expect to find some cool locations in all of its corners. However, after checking out the most busy locations, we’ve come to a conclusion that areas from East to North Melbourne are the most popular to rent. You can also check out South Yarra for some cool beer gardens and courtyards.
You can hire open and airy outdoor spaces that are perfect for the warmer months. Check out gardens, terraces and patios if you feel like staying outside. On that note you can also look into the city’s nicest rooftops, and feel the breeze in your hair while you grab a snack and an afterwork drink. But if you prefer to stay indoors, then make sure not to miss Melbourne’s cellars and fantastic lounges. We hope you’ll have an amazing time!
