Drinks Reception Venues for Hire in Sydney

Booking costs of drinks reception venues average $3000 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:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:

• Basement Area at Hideout Bar in Neutral Bay - rated 5/5
  Our user said: ‘Great venue, excellent location. Wonderful cocktails and amazing bar tender.’

• The Garden Bar and Terrace at Tatler Sydney in Darlinghurst - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘Great drinks - Great price - Great location - Great pizzas...’

• Upstairs Lounge at 44North/Bondi Liquor Co in Bondi Beach - rated 4.8/5
  Our user said: ‘Food was delicious and the vibe was great. Huge variety of drinks at a great price.’

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 Sydney, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):

These are the venues within 200 m from central Sydney, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Private Dining Room at Kingsleys Australian Steakhouse on King Street 29a - 100 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Communication with Vicki, food was great...’
• LinQ Bar at Shelbourne Hotel on 200 Sussex Street - 200 m from centre.
  Venue said: We specialize in cocktail parties large and small. Our exclusive function rooms suit a range of occasions, from corporate Christmas celebrations to milestone Birthdays and Engagement Parties.
• Helm Bar North End at Helm Cockle Bay - The Terrace on 7 Wheat Road - 200 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Could not recommend highly enough for an end of year party or any catered event.’

Based on Tagvenue data (as of September 2026), users looking for drinks reception venues most commonly go for these venue types:

Smaller drinks reception venues usually fit up to 70 guests standing. Here are some great options in Sydney, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:

• Brew View at The Sporting Globe King Street Wharf, rated 4.6/5 - event space for 40 guests
  Our user said: ‘I'd be happy to use the space again. Very affordable & right on the harbour - beautiful location...’

• Aperitivo Bar at barmilano, rated 4.7/5 - bar for 30 guests
  Venue said: It’s European elegance with a wine list to match, featuring local, international, and reserve wines. Our food speaks for itself.

• Entire Venue at Fix Wine Bar + Restaurant - bar for 45 guests
  Venue said: Our venue is a small, 40-seat bar and restaurant with an amazing front bar where you can not only enjoy our great food and drinks but also spend time chatting with our team.

Cheap drinks reception venues in Sydney start from $300 hire fee per event or $35 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:

• Basement Area at Hideout Bar, from $300 hire fee per event (up to 60 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Wonderful cocktails and amazing bar tender. Vince was easy to deal with.’

• The Chapel at Greenwood Hotel, from $35 per person (up to 200 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Great value and facilities at Greenwood Hotel.’

• Lounge at Maloney's Hotel, from $550 minimum spend per event (up to 70 guests standing)
  Venue said: Take in your favourite game while you check out our extensive local and imported beer selection, well-rounded wine list, enticing cocktails and of course plenty of life’s nectar – Guinness.