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Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Southbank
Discover the best cocktail party venues Southbank has to offer, and make your event a night to remember. We offer listings of an impressive selection of venues ready to suit your preferences – from private lounges with cocktail mixologists near the Crown Melbourne for a birthday to spacious event halls close to the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art for a formal reception. Book the best space for your occasion and throw a memorable cocktail soiree!
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![Cocktail Lounge at Left Bank Melbourne in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $3200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Lounge
50 guestsLeft Bank MelbourneSouthbank, MelbourneFeaturing its own private cocktail bar, this space is commonly used for hen’s parties, engagements or corporate functions but is suitable for just about any cocktail style event.
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![Side Terrace at Ludlow Bar in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilitySide Terrace
40 guestsLudlow BarSouthbank, MelbourneNNicole M.
“We had a much larger group that was accommodated in the public bar space with dedicated bar.” -
![Room 300 at Kingpin at Kingpin Crown in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRoom 300 at Kingpin
150 guestsKingpin CrownSouthbank, MelbourneBBelinda B.
“What a fantastic venue! We couldn’t have been happier with our event at Pins Royale. The room looks amazing.” -
![Northern Point Room at Eureka 89 in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilityNorthern Point Room
150 guestsEureka 89Southbank, MelbourneRRhett D.
“This was an amazing venue and Chiara and the staff were fantastic” -
![Southern Point Room at Eureka 89 in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilitySouthern Point Room
80 guestsEureka 89Southbank, MelbournePPriscila R.
“Great location - beautiful views of Melbourne. Staff was friendly and professional.” -
![River Terrace at Hophaus in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRiver Terrace
30 guestsHophausSouthbank, MelbourneTTania S.
“The venue was perfect for the 12 of us. Food was great and plenty of it.” -
![Upper Lounge at P.J. O'Brien's Southgate in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityUpper Lounge
50 guestsP.J. O'Brien's SouthgateSouthbank, MelbourneSStephen
“Convenient location, friendly staff, flexible packages.” -
![Lower Lounge at P.J. O'Brien's Southgate in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $35
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityLower Lounge
60 guestsP.J. O'Brien's SouthgateSouthbank, MelbourneIt is a warm, inviting space with a large private bar making guests feel welcome and relaxed. For a cocktail event, the space will be set with a number of high & low tables, and this area can include a TV & a microphone FOC.
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![Garden Terrace at Hophaus in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityGarden Terrace
60 guestsHophausSouthbank, MelbourneCColleen M.
“Outdoor but covered seating on the Yarra. Good lovely food with a varied Menu and complete bar.” -
![Dining Terrace at Ludlow Bar in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $7000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityDining Terrace
200 guestsLudlow BarSouthbank, MelbourneDDis
“The organisation and support from their even manager Bea was amazing in the lead up and planning stages.” -
![Lounge at Ludlow Bar in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge
50 guestsLudlow BarSouthbank, MelbourneHHigh P.
“I can only give high praise for this venue.” -
![Strato - The Main Bar at Strato Melbourne in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $15000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityStrato - The Main Bar
250 guestsStrato MelbourneSouthbank, MelbourneFeatures: The bar provides a full drink programme covering cocktails, wine, beer and spirits. A PA system and venue speakers support in-house music and external DJs, and the space permits own-music setups.
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FAQs about Top Cocktail Reception Venues in Southbank
Booking costs of cocktail party venues average $4500 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 Southbank, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $2500 | to $8000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $45 | to $109 | per person |
| From $1500 | to $3000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Northern Point Room at Eureka 89 in Southbank - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘This was an amazing venue and Chiara and the staff were fantastic...’ -
Side Terrace at Ludlow Bar in Southbank - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The team was fantastic from planning to service and execution on the day.’ -
River Terrace at Hophaus in Southbank - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The space was great. Service and Food was excellent...’
You'll find cocktail 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 Southbank, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 50 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average $10000 minimum spend per event |
Based on Tagvenue data (as of October 2026), users looking for cocktail party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $7000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 220 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average $4500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
| Terrace | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 60 guests |
| Lounge | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 100 guests |
| Event Space | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 120 guests |
Smaller cocktail party venues usually fit up to 50 guests standing. Here are some great options in Southbank, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Front Terrace at BearBrass, rated 5/5 - terrace for 50 guests
Our user said: ‘Great location, excellent service, professional staff and the food was exceptional.’ -
Private Dining Room at Ludlow Bar, rated 4.8/5 - dining room for 20 guests
Our user said: ‘The organisation of the event ran very smoothly.’ -
Terrace 3 at Left Bank Melbourne, rated 5/5 - terrace for 50 guests
Venue said: Features: The space provides flexible long tables and bar-height seating, on-site Wi‑Fi, air conditioning access, step‑free entry and accessible toilets.
Cheap cocktail party venues in Southbank start from $35 per person or $500 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Lower Lounge at P.J. O'Brien's Southgate, from $35 per person (up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: For a cocktail event, the space will be set with a number of high & low tables, and this area can include a TV & a microphone FOC. Please note guests from the Upper Lounge will need to walk through the space to get to the... -
Private Suite One at Shadow Play by Peppers, from $500 hire fee per event (up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: Whether you're seeking an intimate space for an executive team meeting, a stylish setting for a high-level conference, or a dazzling canvas for a memorable cocktail party, our Private Suites cater to your every need. -
Whole Venue at Mr. Summit, from $1500 minimum spend per event (up to 64 guests standing)
Venue said: Mr. Summit is a café that operates as a specialty coffee shop and an evening cocktail bar, combining a focused coffee counter with a staffed cocktail programme.
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