So, you’re tasked with organising an event in Melbourne’s Eastern Suburbs? We know it can be stressful to find the right venue for your event, but don’t worry! Below, we have compiled a list of all the best function rooms in the area. Whether you need a corporate function venue for your company, a birthday party venue for your child, a rooftop for a fancy soiree, or a more unique space to host an unforgettable event, you’ll find it all here! Function venues are the perfect versatile choice for the undecided, so start browsing now.
The cost of function rooms averages around $2000 minimum spend per event. The final price will depend on location, size, amenities, and demand. Some venues also offer additional packages that include catering, AV equipment, or additional services. Take a look at the usual price ranges in Eastern Suburbs, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $1000 | to $2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $46 | to $89 | per person |
| From $150 | to $500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
The Café at The National Hotel
in Richmond - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, delicious food, reasonable prices and friendly staff!’
Private Function Room at The Blacksmith Bar
in Cremorne - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Atmosphere was beautiful, location was ideal to access public transport.’
The Den - Private Space at Maeve Fox
in Cremorne - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Super friendly staff, very well organised...’
You'll find function rooms 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 Eastern Suburbs, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 30 guests | prices average $100 hire fee per hour |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average $1900 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
Smaller function rooms usually fit up to 30 guests standing. Here are some great options in Eastern Suburbs, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Lennox Room at Amora Herencia Riverwalk Melbourne, rated 4.8/5 - function room for 20 guests
Our user said: ‘The venue was beautiful and catering servicing was the best.’
Kids Party Room at Shoppingtown Hotel - function room for 20 guests
Venue said: With space for up to 20 children, the popular 'jungle' themed party room comes with a big screen TV and direct access to the kid's play area. Parents can have a space reserved in our bistro to sit back, relax and enjoy a...
PRIVATE DINING at Studio 58, rated 5/5 - event space for 20 guests
Our user said: ‘Variety of areas to shoot content and Jayne was a breeze to work with. We will be back :)...’
Cheap function rooms in Eastern Suburbs start from $250 hire fee per day or $150 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
The K Bar at Manningham Hotel, from $250 hire fee per day
(up to 100 guests standing)
Venue said: The K Bar is a private function room that offers our guests a vibrant and lively setting along with a party atmosphere. The room is furnished with comfortable lounge chairs accompanied by a large bar area and dance floor.
Corporate Boardroom at Manhattan Hotel, from $150 hire fee per event
(up to 30 guests standing)
Venue said: Providing you with a flexible room format and plenty of natural light, The Corporate Room is ideal for training seminars, information sessions, networking events, and the like.
Regretless Templestowe at Regretless - Low Carb Pleasure Cafe, from $500 minimum spend per event
(up to 110 guests standing)
Venue said: The space is fully AV equipped, Wi-Fi supported, and customizable to various layout styles, both seated or standing.
In Eastern Suburbs, function rooms are most commonly booked for 30 to 90 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Wedding | Usually between $1,300 and $4,000. |
User who booked Private Function Room at The Blacksmith Bar for 60 guests
said: ‘Shae is always there to help with any enquiries we had at the time, before, during and after the event.’ |
| Party | Usually between $1,200 and $3,000. |
User who booked Entire Venue at Concrete Boots Bar for 70 guests
said: ‘Had my 21st birthday here and absolutely had the best time, couldn’t recommend any venue better than this!!!’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between $1,000 and $3,000. |
User who booked The Atrium Bar at Blackburn Hotel for 87 guests
said: ‘our guests were also impressed with the venue. We all had a great night.’ |
| Meeting | Usually between $100 and $300. |
User who booked Meeting Room 1 at DeskPlex Offices for 2 guests
said: ‘They really look after you... the free coffee is genuinely good. Makes every other office look boring.’ |
The Eastern Suburbs are home to a wide variety of function spaces, so you should easily find just what you need here! The area has many private and semi-private rooms in restaurants and bars, including dining rooms, private lounges, and whole bar areas. These venues, for instance the Whisky Room at The Kilburn near Glenferrie Station, are perfect for social occasions such as after-work drinks and birthday parties. Hotels with function rooms, including large halls, suites, and meeting spaces, are a convenient option when your guests need accommodation. You’ll find them all around the suburbs, but we can especially recommend Event Pavilion at Amora Hotel Riverwalk Melbourne near Richmond and Empire Room at Manhattan Hotel near Ringwood. There’s also some amazing outdoor function venues in the Eastern Suburbs, so you can soak in the sun and enjoy your time in one of the many fantastic beer gardens and rooftop terraces. If you’re planning a business event, this area also has much to offer, as you’ll find many meeting rooms and conference venues with modern A/V equipment.
Yes! If you want to check out the full range of bring-your-own beverage function venues in the area, go to our platform and choose the ‘BYO alcohol allowed’ filter! Just remember to check if any corkage fees apply, you don’t want to be surprised with additional costs. Some of the BYOB function rooms you can find in the Eastern Suburbs include The Loft at Revolver Lane in Prahran, the Ocean Treasures at The Roe Australia Sea Urchin Themed Gallery in Glen Waverley, and the Victoria Room at Mainstay Suites Abbotsford.
The eastern suburbs of Melbourne include Knox, Boroondara, Maroondah, Manningham, Whitehorse and Yarra Ranges.
These neighbourhoods host a higher average age of residents than the city itself - this is because there are several retirement villages in the Eastern Suburbs.
This whole vicinity is known for having lovely, green surroundings; it doesn’t feel like you’re in a city at all. The Dandenong Ranges are only a short drive away for those who wish to get away for a hike while in the area.
Here are some of our favourite locations for hiring a function venue in the Eastern Suburbs of Melbourne:
Page last updated in September 2026
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