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Top Drinks Reception Venues in Melbourne

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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1720 Drinks Reception Venues in Melbourne

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Book One of Melbourne's Cheap Drinks Reception Venues

Courtyard
from $17
per person / per session
Courtyard
38
49
The Tipsy Cow
(26)
Port Melbourne
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Terrace at a Bar
Private space
This is everything you've ever wanted and more. Come stay in our Private Courtyard, covered to suit all weather, heated and cooled. Our stunning private, secluded Courtyard.
The Beer Garden
from $50
minimum spend / per session
The Beer Garden
25
25
The National Hotel
(48)
Richmond, Melbourne
Terrace at a Pub
Semi-private area
The beer garden is perfect for all group bookings. Large tables line the timber deck. The scene is set with hanging lamps in amber glass bottles bolstered across the courtyard.
The Atrium
from $350
minimum spend / per session
The Atrium
50
100
The Oxford Scholar
(136)
Melbourne CBD
Event Space in a Pub
Private space
D
Darlene
“Amazing staff service and location is really good. Food was yummy and space was very accomodating.”
The Café
from $500
minimum spend / per session
The Café
24
40
The National Hotel
(48)
Richmond, Melbourne
Function Room in a Pub
Private space
It features huge windows overlooking Victoria street. This exclusive function space is ideal for private dinners or more intimate cocktail functions. The Cafe is separated from the rest of the venue by the main bar and offers
The Garden Parlour
from $1000
minimum spend / per session
The Garden Parlour
40
60
The National Hotel
(48)
Richmond, Melbourne
Function Room in a Pub
Private space
The Garden Parlour is a large, private space that sits beside the beer garden and can accommodate up to 40 guests seated and 60 guests cocktail style. It has a fantastic alfresco feel to it with lots of greenery and large
Bar
from $1000
minimum spend / per session
Bar
30
60
Concrete Boots Bar
(70)
Richmond, Melbourne
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Event Space in a Bar
Private space
L
Leah
“Food was plentiful, lots of space, great facilities and excellent staff.”
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Plan an Unforgettable Drinks Reception Event at Melbourne’s Bars

Entire Bar
from $2500
minimum spend / per day
Entire Bar
93
150
Theory Bar
(2)
Melbourne CBD
Bar
Whole venue
M
Margaret L.
“We did our vow renewal reception at Theory Bar. The bar manager set up the decorations prior to the event.”
Private Function Room
from $1000
minimum spend / per session
Private Function Room
15
50
Polly Bar
(29)
Fitzroy, Melbourne
Function Room in a Bar
Private space
J
Jesse F.
“Lovely room, the private bar and adjacent open-air room with bathroom were also awesome to have”
Stunning Rooftop Bar & Lounge
from $2500
minimum spend / per session
Stunning Rooftop Bar & Lounge
120
Balaclava Hotel
(18)
South East Melbourne
Rooftop at a Bar
Private space
Z
Zoe G.
“Has a lift which was excellent for accessibility and good open space around the bar.”
The Rooftop
from $21
per person / per day
The Rooftop
220
The Emerald Peacock
(193)
Melbourne CBD
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Rooftop at a Bar
Semi-private area
N
Nic B.
“Good good, good drinks, great vibe. Lulu who hosted us was amazing.”
Main Bar
from $3250
minimum spend / per afternoon
Main Bar
150
LOLA St Kilda
(15)
St Kilda, Melbourne
Bar in an Event Venue
Semi-private area
R
Rachelle D.
“Gorgeous venue with a great bar & Dj equipment provided.”
The Saloon
from $1636
minimum spend / per day
The Saloon
20
60
Death or Glory
(11)
Prahran, Melbourne
Super Venue Badge #Supervenue
Function Room in a Bar
Private space
J
Joseph P.
“Excellent venue- great team of staff, good food and drink options. Would highly recommend as a venue”
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Drink and Dine at Melbourne’s Fantastic Drinks Reception Restaurants

Cocktail Bar
from $3000
minimum spend / per session
Cocktail Bar
25
40
Cookie
(4)
Melbourne CBD
Cocktail Bar in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
S
Sabrina C.
“Excellent communication. Friendly and helpful staff on the night. Excellent and plentiful food and drinks.”
Follies Bar
from $2000
minimum spend / per session
Follies Bar
50
150
Father's Office Downtown - Flinders Lane
(22)
Melbourne CBD
Function Room in a Restaurant
Private space
R
Rashmi G.
“Tasty food. The guest very very happy with the cocktails provided Overall 5”
Olinda Tea House
from $8900
minimum spend / per session
Olinda Tea House
150
200
Olinda Tea House
(26)
Melbourne
Restaurant
Whole venue
P
Punsara E.
“Great food & drinks. Beautiful location.”
Lonsdale St
from $45
per person / per session
Lonsdale St
50
100
Father's Office
(12)
Melbourne CBD
Outdoor Space at a Restaurant
Private space
S
Sp&r G.
“Location was perfect, really good vibe with the staff and yummy cocktails.”
The Attic
from $1000
minimum spend / per session
The Attic
12
30
The George on Collins
(29)
Melbourne CBD
Event Space in a Restaurant
Semi-private area
E
Emily T.
“The food and cocktails were sensational.”
Southern Point Room
from $4000
minimum spend / per morning
Southern Point Room
50
80
Eureka 89
(14)
Southbank, Melbourne
Function Room in a Restaurant
Private space
P
Priscila R.
“Great location - beautiful views of Melbourne. Staff was friendly and professional.”
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Drinks Reception Venues for Hire in Melbourne

FAQs about Top Drinks Reception Venues in Melbourne

In Melbourne, prices of drinks reception venues average $2250 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 November 2025:

Prices of drinks reception venues in Melbourne
From $1500 to $3250 minimum spend per event
From $21 to $45 per person
From $800 to $2500 hire fee per event

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

  • Entire Venue at Frontside Food & Wine in Port Melbourne - rated 5/5
    Our user said: ‘The venue was amazing, aswell as the food and drinks.’

  • Main Bar at Bonny in Fitzroy - rated 4.9/5
    Our user said: ‘Loved the atmosphere created at Bonny's Bar and Kitchen. Food plentiful and delicious, drinks great!’

  • Level 2 Bar at The Oxford Scholar in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.8/5
    Our user said: ‘Great space. Good value with having a minimum spend, instead of a hire fee. We really enjoyed our night.’

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 2025):

Small drinks reception venues up to 60 guests prices average $1500 minimum spend per event
Medium drinks reception venues between 80 and 120 guests prices average $2350 minimum spend per event
Large drinks reception venues over 160 guests prices average $4000 minimum spend per event

These are the venues within 150 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:

  • Lonsdale St at Father's Office on 249 Little Lonsdale Street - 100 m from centre.
    Our user said: ‘The food and drinks were great...’
  • Cocktail Bar at Cookie on 252 Swanston Street - 150 m from centre.
    Our user said: ‘Friendly and helpful staff on the night. Excellent and plentiful food and drinks. Great atmosphere.’
  • Peacock Lounge at The Emerald Peacock on 233 Lonsdale Street - 150 m from centre.
    Our user said: ‘And side note, go for the cocktails package! You will not regret itC everything was so delicious!’

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