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Melbourne has always had a knack for raising a glass in style. Known for its love of espresso martinis, world-class food, and a calendar packed with festivals, Melbourne makes every gathering feel special. Picture champagne toasts in the city’s best drinks reception venues with the skyline in the background or craft cocktails in Fitzroy. Either way, your celebration will shine. Keep scrolling and let’s find your perfect spot.
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Booking costs of drinks reception 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 Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data:
| Typically between $1450 | and $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| Typically between $21 | and $50 | per person |
| Typically between $800 | and $1500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated November 2026), the best options include:
Cocktail Bar at La Di Da
in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The venue, the catering, the music and the drinks were gold tier. Highly recommend!’
Entire Venue at Concrete Boots Bar
in Richmond - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The vibe was good and the drinks menu was excellent.’
Main Bar at Aces Bar @ Brunswick Aces
in Northern Suburbs - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘The venue was attractive. The drinks were great. Room for dancing...’
You'll find drinks reception 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 (November 2026):
| Small | up to 60 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 110 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 140 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
These are the venues within 150 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:
Based on Tagvenue data (as of November 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:
| Bar | prices average $1636 minimum spend per event | typically between 55 and 140 guests |
| Restaurant | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event | typically between 45 and 110 guests |
| Function Room | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event | typically between 50 and 150 guests |
| Rooftop | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 100 and 150 guests |
| Pub | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event | typically between 60 and 100 guests |
Rooftop Outdoors at Two Hands Rooftop Bar, rated 4.7/5 - rooftop for 30 guests
Venue said: The drinks menu spans cocktails, beers and ciders while the kitchen focuses on Japanese-influenced small plates and in-house catering. The venue accommodates dietary requirements including halal, vegan and gluten-free options...
Rock Sugar Function Room at Rock Sugar, rated 5/5 - function room for 30 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, seated dinner or an informal, drinks-focused social gathering in a contained private space. What guests say: The room is cosy and has a lively, well-liked feel.
Atrium at The Grace Darling Hotel, rated 4.9/5 - event space for 40 guests
Our user said: ‘The entire process of booking my small wedding reception at The Grace Darling Hotel was incredible!’
Entire Venue at Concrete Boots Bar, from $1000 minimum spend per event
(up to 150 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘The vibe was good and the drinks menu was excellent.’
Peacock Lounge at The Emerald Peacock, from $21 per person
(up to 140 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Fantastic venue, friendly staff, great value for money and good location.’
Entire Venue at Her., from $110 hire fee per event
(up to 70 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Space was very nice, well lit and music was good - projector was also nice to show slideshows...’
Phil was very responsive, and accommodating. Space was bigger than I thought and very private. Very pretty at night time. It was a very hot night and Phil tried his very best to keep the area ventilated.
Page last updated in November 2026
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