Late nights, loud laughs, and cocktails that don’t mess about, this inner suburb of Melbourne knows how to host. Private bars in Prahran give you dedicated spaces for birthday blowouts, hens nights, and group parties along Chapel Street and beyond. Expect bold interiors, DJs in the mix, and rooms that can handle a crowd that came to celebrate properly. Some keep it sleek, others go full party mode. Either way, you won’t be stuck in a corner. Have a scroll and pick your scene.
Booking costs of private bars 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 Prahran, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $1500 | to $4000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $50 | to $110 | per person |
| From $550 | to $1200 | hire fee per day |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated September 2026), the best options include:
The Island Bar at Death or Glory
in Prahran - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The saloon bar was a great space, private and spacious.’
Rooftop at Onesixone
in Prahran - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘The bartenders and security staff were Amazing too!’
Party Room Upstairs at Pre Drinks Bar
in Prahran - rated 4.7/5
Venue said: This versatile space caters to a range of events, including birthday parties, private functions, and more, ensuring a dynamic and accommodating atmosphere.
You'll find private bars 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 Prahran, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (September 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average $1636 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average $1650 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 120 guests | prices average $5000 minimum spend per event |
Smaller private bars usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Prahran, based on Tagvenue data as of September 2026:
Whole Courtyard at Three Monkeys Bar - outdoor space for 40 guests
Venue said: Get your drink on with a huge range of cocktails & beers in Chapel St, the coolest beer garden & courtyard in Melbourne. With 40 seater capacity and lots of outdoor space to relax in, this is the perfect spot for your next...
Apartment 26 at Anton Venoir Interiors, rated 4.9/5 - apartment for 30 guests
Our user said: ‘i had my birthday dinner there, where tony and his wife made sure to make everyone comfortable.’
Rock Sugar Function Room at Rock Sugar, rated 5/5 - function room for 30 guests
Our user said: ‘If you are looking for delicious food, great venue and amazing staff then Rock Sugar is the place!’
Cheap private bars in Prahran start from $250 hire fee per day or $30 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
Entire Venue at Pre Drinks Bar, from $250 hire fee per day
(up to 169 guests standing)
Our user said: ‘Venue was perfect we had around 40 people there and had dj decks set up.’
Semi-private Dining at Reverie Cafe, Prahran, from $34 per person
(up to 8 guests seated)
Venue said: Reverie also has a small semi-private area that can seat up to eight people. It’s perfect for a quiet lunch, meeting, or small celebration.
Mezzanine at Talk To Me, from $1000 minimum spend per event (up to 25 guests standing)
In Prahran, private bars are most commonly booked for 10 to 50 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of September 2026:
| Party | Usually between $600 and $2,600. |
User who booked Rooftop at Onesixone for 90 guests
said: ‘Riley & onesixone were so fantastic to book my birthday party with.’ |
| Birthday Party | Usually between $600 and $2,600. |
User who booked The Island Bar at Death or Glory for 27 guests
said: ‘Excellent venue- great team of staff, good food and drink options. Would highly recommend as a venue...’ |
| Private Dining | Usually between $550 and $2,000. |
User who booked Apartment 26 at Anton Venoir Interiors for 20 guests
said: ‘The night was amazing and the catering tasted fantastic, looked great and was plentiful.’ |
Page last updated in September 2026
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