Dinner Party Venues for Hire in Sydney

Booking costs 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 December 2025:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:

• Upstairs Lounge at Bondi Liquor Co in Bondi Beach - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘So happy I decided to book Bondi liquor and Co, instead of having the event at home.’

• Atico at Fonda Mexican @ Surry Hills in Surry Hills - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Great birthday celebration at Fonda, space was amazing, staff were awesome and food perfect. Thank you...’

• Terrace Bar at Dunkirk Hotel in Pyrmont - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘We held a double party. Friendly staff, beautiful venue.’

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 (December 2025):

These are the venues within 300 m from central Sydney, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Private Dining Room at Kingsleys Australian Steakhouse on King Street 29a - 100 m from centre.
  Venue said: Our private dining room offers a superb dining space with the privilege of separate dining. Located on the lower ground floor offering the ultimate atmosphere for intimate dinners and lunch meetings, offering built-in AV...
• Solander Dining and Bar at West Hotel Sydney, Curio Collection by Hilton on 65 Sussex Street - 250 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘The pork was delicious, the staff were very accomodating and easy to communicate with.’
• Waterfront Rooftop Terrace at Rouge Bar Darling Habour on 37 Wheat Road - 300 m from centre.
  Venue said: Located on the Rooftop Terrace at Cockle Bay Wharf, Rouge Bar is an intimate harbourfront venue ideal for private events of up to 30 guests. With sweeping views, modern décor and a relaxed lounge atmosphere, it’s a standout...

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.