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Top Spaces for Dinner Parties in Melbourne
Melbourne takes dinner parties as seriously as it takes coffee and that’s saying something. Searching for dinner party venues in the city? You’ve just landed where the locals book their best nights. Got a guest list that’s all about ambience? Prefer a private room where the music’s just right and the lighting’s a little flattering? Or maybe you want a venue where the gnocchi’s handmade and the cocktails come with a twist (literally). From bars and restaurants in Collingwood to elegant banquet halls along the Yarra, Melbourne serves up spaces that fits every vibe. Explore our listings of the best dinner party venues in Melbourne and book one today!
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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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HHari B.
“Good Rooftop Space. Great menu catering to people with different dietary requirements.” -
![Emerald Private Dining Room at Father's Office Downtown - Flinders Lane in Melbourne CBD]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEmerald Private Dining Room
22 guestsFather's Office Downtown - Flinders LaneMelbourne CBDLLovely A.
“Especially Barbara (hope I remembered her name). All my guests enjoyed the dinner. Kudos to the team!” -
![Entire Venue at Concrete Boots Bar in Richmond, Melbourne]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
100 guestsConcrete Boots BarRichmond, Melbourne
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AAmin
“All around a great venue to hire for any event. Hosted my bday here and everything was on point” -
![The Sundeck Function Space at The Purple Emerald Lounge Bar in Northcote, Melbourne]()
from $5
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Sundeck Function Space
70 guestsThe Purple Emerald Lounge BarNorthcote, Melbourne
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RRebecca D.
“I booked the area for my 30th birthday with around 40 people and the space worked perfectly!” -
![Cocktail Bar at La Di Da in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Bar
35 guestsLa Di DaMelbourne CBDEEngagement P.
“I will definitely recommend to anyone looking for an event space in Melbourne.” -
![The Garden Parlour at The National Hotel in Richmond, Melbourne]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Garden Parlour
40 guestsThe National HotelRichmond, MelbourneVVera W.
“The catering was good - many of my friends commented on how good the food was on the night.” -
![Rooftop Indoors at Two Hands Rooftop Bar in Abbotsford, Melbourne]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop Indoors
70 guestsTwo Hands Rooftop BarAbbotsford, MelbourneKKirsty
“Great vibes and awesome bar staff, this venue was perfect for our 21st birthday party.” -
![Entire Venue at Her. in Windsor, Melbourne]()
from $110
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
50 guestsHer.Windsor, MelbourneTTaylor L.
“Great place for an engagement party! Everyone was complimenting it.” -
![Rooftop at Onesixone in Prahran, Melbourne]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop
100 guestsOnesixonePrahran, Melbourne
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LLauren E.
“Riley & onesixone were so fantastic to book my birthday party with.” -
![Rooftop and Indoor Bar at Lulu Bar in Preston, Melbourne]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRooftop and Indoor Bar
90 guestsLulu BarPreston, MelbourneIIsabella L.
“An amazing venue if you’re looking for a more casual, aesthetic and friendly place to host an event!” -
![Southern Point Room at Eureka 89 in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilitySouthern Point Room
50 guestsEureka 89Southbank, MelbournePPriscila R.
“Great location - beautiful views of Melbourne. Staff was friendly and professional.” -
![Upstairs Private Room at Rice Paper Scissors Fitzroy in Fitzroy, Melbourne]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Private Room
30 guestsRice Paper Scissors FitzroyFitzroy, Melbourne
#Supervenue
KKaren B.
“Everything. The welcome drinks were delicious as was the food.”
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“An excellent venue for our party. Drinks were reasonably priced and the food was excellent.”
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“The private room was perfect—intimate, yet spacious enough for guests to spread out and mingle comfortably.”
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“The Venue was amazing and not to far from the city. The cocktails that were offered were yummy and cheap!”
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“If you want a venue that has a great vide and staff to match, you won't be disappointed with Seamstress.”
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“Great vibes and awesome bar staff, this venue was perfect for our 21st birthday party.”
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“Great food & drinks. Beautiful location.”
FAQs about Top Spaces for Dinner Parties in Melbourne
Booking costs of dinner party venues 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 June 2026:
| From $800 | to $2750 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $72 | per person |
| From $400 | to $500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated June 2026), the best options include:
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Emerald Private Dining Room at Father's Office Downtown - Flinders Lane in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Especially Barbara (hope I remembered her name). All my guests enjoyed the dinner.’ -
Entire Venue at Concrete Boots Bar in Richmond - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘All around a great venue to hire for any event.’ -
Peacock Lounge at The Emerald Peacock in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The staff, the location, food were all amazing! Made it incredibly easy to book and organise.’
You'll find dinner 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 (June 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average $700 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 80 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 90 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 400 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:
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Peacock Lounge at The Emerald Peacock
on 233 Lonsdale Street - 150 m from centre.
Our user said: ‘The staff, the location, food were all amazing! Made it incredibly easy to book and organise.’ -
Room 1954 at Pullman Melbourne City Centre
on 265 Little Bourke Street - 200 m from centre.
Venue said: Book your next private dining event or corporate event at Room 1954 and let us deliver a memorable and very special experience. -
Footlights Restaurant at Hotel Grand Chancellor Melbourne
on 131 Lonsdale Street - 400 m from centre.
Venue said: Footlights Restaurant offers a spacious and versatile setting, accommodating up to 70 guests seated or 90 guests standing. Ideal for large celebrations, cocktail parties, or group dining, the entire venue can be made private...
Based on Tagvenue data (as of June 2026), users looking for dinner party venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Restaurant | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 35 and 80 guests |
| Dining Room | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 25 and 50 guests |
| Bar | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 140 guests |
| Function Room | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 110 guests |
| Pub | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 110 guests |
The CBD is a guaranteed go-to. It’s easy for everyone to get to and has rooftop bars, private dining rooms, and modern restaurants. Southbank is great for riverside views and venues with a more polished feel. Richmond, Fitzroy, and Prahran have a ton of cool bars and casual spots perfect for chill groups. If you want something roomier or more exclusive, check out Docklands or South Yarra.
You can find private dining rooms, rooftop bars, waterfront restaurants, and bigger function spaces. If you want a sleek and central venue, try a private room in the CBD. For a more social and relaxed spot, check out private bars in Richmond or Abbotsford that work really well. For larger dinners or more flexibility, places like South Wharf or South Yarra have big event-ready spaces.
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Page last updated in June 2026
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