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Top Restaurants for Groups in Melbourne CBD
Looking for group dining restaurants? Gather your friends or colleagues in Melbourne CBD, where Flinders Lane is lined with top spots for shared meals, and iconic Federation Square is just around the corner. Whether you're craving Italian, Asian, or modern Australian dishes, each venue offers a welcoming atmosphere with private areas and group-friendly menus. From casual get-togethers to corporate events, there’s a spot to suit every occasion. Book your spot on Tagvenue and make your next event unforgettable.
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![The Green Room at La Madonna in Melbourne CBD]()
from $55
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Green Room
15 guestsLa MadonnaMelbourne CBDLLouise S.
“We had group of twelve people in The Green Room and the space we had was fantastic.” -
![Emerald Private Dining Room at Father's Office Downtown - Flinders Lane in Melbourne CBD]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEmerald Private Dining Room
22 guestsFather's Office Downtown - Flinders LaneMelbourne CBDDDaniel S.
“It was so great to have them provide such a lovely space for a memorable evening!” -
![Sweatshop Basement Bar & Yard at Seamstress Restaurant & Bar in Melbourne CBD]()
from $21
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySweatshop Basement Bar & Yard
32 guestsSeamstress Restaurant & BarMelbourne CBD
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MMatt
“Food was awesome, staff were accommodating of everything we asked for. Awesome location.” -
![The Den at The George on Collins in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Den
24 guestsThe George on CollinsMelbourne CBDFFarah S.
“Perfect events manager. I felt really special throughout the process. Event space was perfect!!” -
![Liberace Room at The Moat in Melbourne CBD]()
from $500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLiberace Room
26 guestsThe MoatMelbourne CBDMMel J.
“We very much enjoyed both the food and the space, and staff were both efficient and helpful.” -
![Cocktail Bar at Seamstress Restaurant & Bar in Melbourne CBD]()
from $35
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Bar
50 guestsSeamstress Restaurant & BarMelbourne CBD
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LLauren T.
“If you want a venue that has a great vide and staff to match, you won't be disappointed with Seamstress.” -
![Rumpus Room at The George on Collins in Melbourne CBD]()
from $800
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRumpus Room
16 guestsThe George on CollinsMelbourne CBDMMatthew S.
“Food was great as we're servers” -
![Semi-PDR at Freyja in Melbourne CBD]()
from $99
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySemi-PDR
26 guestsFreyjaMelbourne CBDFreyja’s semi-private dining room invites you to a private dinner experience, ideal for long lunches, intimate dinners and celebrations with soul. Shielded by soft curtains, the space feels refined yet warmly connected – -
![The Garden Room Bistro at Batman's Hill on Collins in Melbourne CBD]()
from $59
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Garden Room Bistro
60 guestsBatman's Hill on CollinsMelbourne CBDKKaren F.
“Wendy and staff were excellent. Nothing was too hard. Beautiful venue. Excellent location.” -
![The Barrel Room at La Madonna in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Barrel Room
8 guestsLa MadonnaMelbourne CBDMMh
“Beautiful venue, great food.” -
![The Cellar at The George on Collins in Melbourne CBD]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Cellar
45 guestsThe George on CollinsMelbourne CBDEEmily T.
“Such a beautiful venue for a function.” -
![Main Dining Room at Father's Office Downtown - Flinders Lane in Melbourne CBD]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Dining Room
35 guestsFather's Office Downtown - Flinders LaneMelbourne CBDRRashmi G.
“Excellent venue. Very accommodating and reasonable priced. Tasty food.”
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Booking costs of group dining restaurants average $2500 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 CBD, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $1100 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $35 | to $79 | per person |
| From $240 | to $850 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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The Green Room at La Madonna in Melbourne CBD - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘We ordered the chef’s meal which was five courses of excellent food shared.’ -
Emerald Private Dining Room at Father's Office Downtown - Flinders Lane in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Fantastic service, Barbara was on top of all the food arrangements for the whole night.’ -
Sweatshop Basement Bar & Yard at Seamstress Restaurant & Bar in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Great venue, fantastic staff...’
You'll find group dining restaurants 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 CBD, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 35 guests | prices average $800 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 50 and 90 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 110 guests | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event |
Smaller group dining restaurants usually fit up to 35 guests seated. Here are some great options in Melbourne CBD, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Pink Delight Private Dining at Father's Office Downtown - Flinders Lane, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 22 guests
Our user said: ‘Especially Barbara (hope I remembered her name). All my guests enjoyed the dinner.’ -
Phoenix at Ming Dining Restaurant & Bar, rated 4.1/5 - dining room for 12 guests
Venue said: Located in Melbourne's CBD, the Phoenix Room at Ming Dining Restaurant & Bar is an elegant and intimate private space, ideal for birthday parties, family gatherings, business dinners, client receptions, and small private... -
Private Booths at The George on Collins, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 18 guests
Our user said: ‘Wow, service was amazing, and food was to die for!’
Cheap group dining restaurants in Melbourne CBD start from $30 per person or $180 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Emerald Private Dining Room at Father's Office Downtown - Flinders Lane, from $30 per person (up to 22 guests seated)
Our user said: ‘Value for money was fantastic, the food was great and dietary requests catered for.’ -
Medium Size Room (up to 8ppl) at Hwayo Restaurant & Dinning Karaoke, from $180 hire fee per event (up to 8 guests seated)
Venue said: Located in the heart of Melbourne CBD’s Koreatown, our venue offers a unique all-in-one experience for private parties, celebrations, corporate events and group gatherings. -
Osaka Private Dining up to 8 at Izakaya Miyazaki, from $600 minimum spend per event (up to 8 guests seated)
Venue said: A booth-style private room behind sliding shoji doors, seating four to eight guests around a single table. Well suited to small team dinners, client entertaining and celebrations — a room where people talk across the table...
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