Melbourne CBD is famous for its iconic laneways, buzzing nightlife, and—luckily for you—plenty of minimum spend venues! If you're organising a private cocktail party in the chic Bourke Street area or a birthday party along Queen Street, you’ll find amazing spaces where your only cost is on food and drinks. Forget hefty rental fees and enjoy flexible packages that suit your budget. With top-notch service and prime locations, these venues ensure you get the best of Melbourne’s city life without overspending. Book now and let the good times flow!
In Melbourne CBD, prices of minimum spend venues average $2000 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 October 2025:
| From $1500 | to $3500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $25 | to $55 | per person |
| From $400 | to $1000 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
Level 2 Bar at The Oxford Scholar
in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Easy to find, nice decor. Great space. Good value with having a minimum spend, instead of a hire fee.’
Feather Lounge at The Emerald Peacock
in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘No minimum spend, we put money on a tab and ordered some pizzas to go around. Everyone was happy!!’
Cocktail Bar at La Di Da
in Melbourne CBD - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘It was the perfect venue. Barry and his team were amazing from the moment we booked till the moment we left!’
You'll find minimum spend 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 CBD, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small minimum spend venues | up to 40 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium minimum spend venues | between 70 and 100 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large minimum spend venues | over 130 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |