The venue itself is fanatastic and a great backdrop for any event. The food was also fantastic with some great drink options.
Top BBQ Venues in Melbourne
Nothing says summer in Melbourne like a BBQ party! Fire up the grill at a scenic riverside park or host an epic backyard gathering with friends! BBQs are all about great food, good vibes, and making memories. Think sizzling sausages, juicy lamb skewers, marinated prawns, and smoky brisket, paired with crisp local beers. Combine it with a game of beach volleyball at St Kilda, a friendly footy match at Yarra Bend Park, or even a relaxed picnic by the Royal Botanic Gardens–and you’re all set. If you’re looking for the perfect BBQ party venues in Melbourne, check out spaces near the Yarra River, Albert Park Lake, or the Docklands precinct. Tagvenue’s got just what you need for an awesome party!
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from $700
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop Outdoors
24 guestsTwo Hands Rooftop BarAbbotsford, MelbourneCCraig B.
“Great facility, perfect sized space for 20-25 people. Staff were very friendly and the food was great.” -
from $4500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Beer Garden
70 guestsBrighton Beach HotelBrighton, MelbourneEElektra
“All of our guests loved the vibe of the venue and said the food was delicious and they left feeling full!” -
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBeer Garden
25 guestsTwo Hands Rooftop BarAbbotsford, MelbourneTTamara
“The staff was excellent and super friendly. The food was delicious and was great location.” -
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop
100 guestsOnesixonePrahran, Melbourne#Supervenue
LLauren E.
“Riley & onesixone were so fantastic to book my birthday party with.” -
from $2000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityBeer Garden
50 guestsThe Mint Bar & RestaurantMelbourne CBDBeer Garden is a Garden in The Mint Bar & Restaurant, a plant-lined semi-private outdoor area that provides shaded, covered seating adjacent to the bar.
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from $1500
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityThe Deck
40 guestsThe Mint Bar & RestaurantMelbourne CBDThe Deck is a unique outdoor space for a work lunch, an intimate wedding or a casual party. A wall of greenery and fairy lights create a cosy atmosphere and would make a great background for the pictures of your special occasion.
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from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBeer Garden
44 guestsAlbion Hotel DandenongDandenong, MelbourneThe Beer Garden is a Garden in Albion Hotel Dandenong and a covered outdoor seating area whose translucent canopy keeps the space usable in wet weather.
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from $5500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityAtrium
50 guestsLeft Bank MelbourneSouthbank, MelbourneAtrium is a semi-private outdoor area within Left Bank Melbourne, defined by a partially covered terrace that brings abundant daylight into an external dining setting.
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from $33
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityCourtyard
52 guestsHealesville HotelNear MelbourneThe Courtyard, located in the beer garden, is our largest outdoor event area that can host up to 52 seated guests. The space is characterised by a mature tree canopy that provides shaded outdoor space.
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from $500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityCourtyard
20 guestsNorthcote Event RoomsNorthcote, MelbourneCourtyard is a private outdoor space at Northcote Event Rooms defined by an enclosed, sheltered layout that separates it from the rest of the venue. Design: The courtyard uses café-style rattan chairs and small round tables
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from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Deck
40 guestsWelcome To ThornburyNorthcote, MelbourneJJames N.
“Fantastic venue and evening - couldn’t be faulted” -
from $70000
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
20000 guestsURBNSURFNorthern Suburbs, MelbourneAll corporate spaces can be customized to accommodate both standing and seated events, and adjacent outdoor areas can be activated to extend the event footprint
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FAQs about Top BBQ Venues in Melbourne
Booking costs of BBQ party venues average $3000 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 $700 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $35 | to $55 | per person |
| From $750 | to $7000 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Rooftop at Onesixone in Prahran - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘I definitely will be looking to book future events with onesixone.’ -
Rooftop Outdoors at Two Hands Rooftop Bar in Abbotsford - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Great service Consistent drinks & food for my engagement party Very attentive to bar tab...’ -
The Beer Garden at Brighton Beach Hotel in Brighton - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was lovely and our set up was great! The food was also fresh and delicious!’
You'll find BBQ party 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 Melbourne, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $700 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 65 and 100 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 650 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Private Dining Room at Shou Sumiyaki
on 160 Little Bourke Street - 350 m from centre.
Venue said: Looking for a small dining space for your next gathering? The Private Dining Room at Shou Sumiyaki, separated from the main area by shoji screens, offers an intimate setting for up to 10 guests. -
Miyazaki Room — Seats 12 at Izakaya Miyazaki
on Basement, 114 Russell Street - 500 m from centre.
Venue said: Unlike our other rooms it has no yakiniku grill, which makes it the right choice when conversation matters more than cooking — board dinners, client entertainment, milestone birthdays. -
Beer Garden at The Mint Bar & Restaurant
on 318 William Street - 650 m from centre.
Venue said: The surrounding urban architecture gives the space an airy, sheltered character while maintaining clear sightlines across the area. Features: Outdoor seating is arranged under cover and includes a mix of small tables and...
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for BBQ party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $3600 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
| Terrace | prices average $4500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 70 guests |
| Outdoor Space | prices average $8000 minimum spend per event | typically between 40 and 85 guests |
| Garden | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 30 and 70 guests |
| Bar | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 100 guests |
Smaller BBQ party venues usually fit up to 50 guests seated. Here are some great options in Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Pear Corner at Healesville Hotel - garden for 25 guests
Venue said: The Healesville Hotel, located in the Yarra Valley, not only offers accommodation, but also indoor and outdoor event areas for hire. Our Private Dining Room, Courtyard, Olive Grove and Pear Corner are perfect for small and... -
The Courtyard at Mother Cafe - outdoor space for 40 guests
Venue said: This makes it a good fit for functions that want both an indoor base and outdoor space — long lunches, evening bookings, or full venue hire where guests can spread across both areas. -
Main Dining Room at Shou Sumiyaki - dining room for 40 guests
Venue said: Features: Each table contains a built-in charcoal grill for tabletop yakiniku and individual cooking. The room includes a PA system and speakers, plus in-house Wi‑Fi and air conditioning.
Cheap BBQ party venues in Melbourne start from $30 per person or $400 hire fee per day. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Olive Grove at Healesville Hotel, from $33 per person (up to 48 guests seated)
Venue said: Olive Grove is a semi-private garden at Healesville Hotel characterised by a mature tree canopy that provides shaded outdoor space. Design: The space is an open gravel courtyard edged by hedging and low timber fencing, fitted... -
Top Floor Chapati Private at Chapati, from $400 hire fee per day (up to 40 guests seated)
Venue said: Located on the highest floor, this private setting is a totally isolated area from the regular restaurant. It is perfectly suitable for seated dinners, birthday parties, or other celebrations and it can accommodate up to... -
Penthouse at The Sky Gallery @ 333STK | Duplex Penthouse, from $130 hire fee per hour (up to 12 guests seated)
Venue said: This two-level residence offers three bedrooms alongside indoor and outdoor areas for dining, entertaining, and longer stays. The property features contemporary interiors, designer furniture, a fully equipped kitchen, and...
Some of the most popular locations include Yarra Bend Park, St Kilda Beach, Edinburgh Gardens, and Albert Park. If you prefer a private venue, rooftop terraces and outdoor beer gardens are also fantastic for BBQ parties.
You can enjoy everything from casual cricket matches and beach volleyball to lawn games like bocce and cornhole. Many of our venues also have live music, craft beer tastings, and even outdoor movie screenings to make your event extra special.
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Verified Reviews of BBQ Party Venues in Melbourne
Could not fault Will and the team! Had my 40th birthday at the venue and it was nothing but fabulous (kind of makes you want to own a place as cool as this)! The communication was excellent and nothing was too much trouble. Could not recommend any more highly!
Michael was very easy to communicate with in the lead up to the event and patiently put up with all of my questions! The team on the evening were fantastic - couldn't have asked for a better experience!
Super friendly staff, beautiful venue, really great communication from Michael and the team :) couldn’t recommend more!
Bonny is an excellent venue for a 30th party from the location to the space itself! The staff were all incredible and sooo helpful on the evening, Adam the venue manager was also extremely helpful throughout the whole booking process! Lastly, the food was fantastic, we honestly couldn’t flaw a single thing, we had a great night/experience! Highly recommend!!!
Ann Marie and the entire team and Frontside Food and Wine were incredible. The food was delicious- canapes, grazing board and pizzas! Its a beautiful venue and I got so many compliments from my guests on the whole evening. Ann Marie made sure that everything ran smoothly from woah to go. I would 100% without hesitation have an event here again. I highly recommend this venue and this brilliant team.
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