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 in Eastern Suburbs 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 $2650 | minimum spend per event |
From $60 | to $87 | per person |
From $200 | to $880 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2025), the best options include:
Function Room at The Pavilion Box Hill
in Eastern Suburbs - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘Tons of space, was easy to add any extras like our DJ.’
The Café at The National Hotel
in Richmond - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, delicious food, reasonable prices and friendly staff!’
The Den - Private Space at Maeve Fox
in Cremorne - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Super friendly staff, very well organised...’
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 VIP Room 3 at The Roe Australia Sea Urchin Themed Gallery in Glen Waverley, and the Victoria Room at Corporate Living Accommodation 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: