Melbourne’s cafe culture is second to none. You can enjoy brunch with friends in a light-filled South Yarra cafe, host a creative networking session over espresso in Fitzroy, or celebrate your birthday in a courtyard café in Brunswick. From stylish espresso bars to cool hideaways, these spaces bring warmth, great coffee, and an inviting atmosphere to any occasion. The best part? You can browse, compare, and book cafe venues that suit your style in minutes, all with Tagvenue. Get ready to find and book your perfect café today!
The cost of cafe venues in Melbourne averages around $50 per person. 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 Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $30 | to $65 | per person |
| From $500 | to $3500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $100 | to $200 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
Entire Venue at Frontside Food & Wine
in Port Melbourne - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘I highly recommend this venue and this brilliant team.’
Entire Venue at Brunswick Foodstore
in Brunswick - rated 4.9/5
Venue said: The venue was transformed from Toby’s Estate Coffee warehouse and roastery into what is now the Brunswick Foodstore café. Having done little to alter the building, the industrial characteristics of the former warehouse, such...
Polo Cafe & Bar at Mercure North Melbourne
in Northern Suburbs - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘A view over the city from the restaurant. Some attendees stayed at the venue which was a great convenience.’
You'll find cafe 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 2025):
| Small cafe venues | up to 40 guests | prices average $500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium cafe venues | between 50 and 65 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large cafe venues | over 75 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
Most cafe venues in Melbourne provide tables, chairs, and basic AV equipment, while many also offer catering, bar services, and private function areas. Some venues, like Myrtle Cafe and Functions or Two Hands Rooftop Bar, provide a mix of indoor and outdoor spaces. Others, such as Cyrus Artlounge and Gravity Zone, offer unique features like artistic settings or entertainment activities.
Cafes bring a warm, relaxed atmosphere that function rooms just can’t match. Instead of stiff, corporate vibes, you get great drinks, good lighting, and an inviting space. Also, many cafes have private function areas, outdoor seating, or rooftop views, making them more flexible for different event styles.