Sydney doesn’t mess around when it comes to a dinner party. Between fresh seafood straight from the Fish Market, harbour views that make you pause mid-bite, and that unbeatable Aussie flair, this city knows how to serve a feast to make others jealous. If you’re looking for dinner party venues in Sydney, we’ve got the goods, from private dining rooms in Surry Hills to restaurants and bars in Potts Point with great drinks and the right mood. Celebrating a milestone, hosting clients, or rounding up mates for something special? You’ll find a spot here that fits your flavour. Scroll on and pick your perfect dinner setting—forks up!
In Sydney, prices of dinner party venues average $2000 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 Sydney, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
From $1500 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
From $40 | to $75 | per person |
From $350 | to $5000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
Atico at Fonda Mexican @ Surry Hills
in Surry Hills - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great birthday celebration at Fonda, space was amazing, staff were awesome and food perfect. Thank you...’
Entire Venue at Brix Distillery
in Surry Hills - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue. Friendly staff. Delicious food. Good location.’
Vecino Fiesta Party Room at Vecino
in Glebe - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Decorated beautifully and loved how we had our own bar and outdoor space.’
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 Sydney, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
Small dinner party venues | up to 50 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
Medium dinner party venues | between 70 and 100 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
Large dinner party venues | over 110 guests | prices average $4000 minimum spend per event |
Pricing often covers exclusive use of the space, tables and chairs, basic sound equipment, and staff. At minimum spend venues, catering, and drinks usually contribute toward your total spend. Per-person pricing generally includes food and sometimes beverages, depending on the package.
Totally. While Sydney CBD and The Rocks are packed with upscale venues, the suburbs are packed with unique spots too. Parramatta has colourful spots like Colors of India with event packages starting at $30 per person, and Hurstville has places like Humphrey’s Hotel that can handle big crowds without blowing your budget. Western Sydney gives you loads of bang for your buck, with great food, easy parking, and less stress.
They do! Look for venues with minimum spends around $1,000–$2,000 per session (like Vecino in Glebe or Cardea in Barangaroo). These give you private space and let your food and drinks count toward that spend. So you still get that “private dining” exclusivity without going over the top. Or go for venues with event packages (per person). Some solid spots like the Brix Distillery and Salma Newtown charge around $36–$65 and still deliver a great night out.
Yes, quite a few venues let you personalise things. Private function rooms and rooftop spots are usually the most flexible. Some restaurants might have house rules, but you can often bring centrepieces, balloons, or even set up a photo wall. Just give the venue a heads-up. It’s all super easy to organise through Tagvenue.