Private Bars for Hire in Richmond, Melbourne

Booking costs of private bars average $1800 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 Richmond, based on Tagvenue data:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:

• Entire Venue at Concrete Boots Bar in Richmond - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The bar staff were awesome and friendly and keep the drinks flowing.’

• Private Function Room at The Blacksmith Bar in Cremorne - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend The Blacksmith Bar for any special occasion.’

• Rooftop Indoors at Two Hands Rooftop Bar in Abbotsford - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Great service Consistent drinks & food for my engagement party Very attentive to bar tab...’

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 Richmond, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):

Smaller private bars usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in Richmond, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Pool Area at Two Hands Rooftop Bar, rated 4.7/5 - lounge for 20 guests
  Venue said: The space also provides shisha service, Wi‑Fi and air conditioning, plus a step-free guest entrance and accessible toilets. Ideal for: Small social groups seeking a relaxed, standing-and-mingling evening centred on games...

• Retro Cinema 5 at Abbots Yard, rated 4.8/5 - event space for 15 guests
  Venue said: Abbots Yard is an outdoor bar centred on a large sunlit courtyard framed by container-style bars and shaded seating. The venue pairs Italian food and cocktails with live music.

• The Café at The National Hotel, rated 4.9/5 - function room for 40 guests
  Venue said: The layout centres on a long communal table that can be arranged for seated dining or boardroom-style meetings. Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, seated dining or meeting layout around a single communal table.

Cheap private bars in Richmond start from $500 minimum spend per event or $35 per person. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• Ground Floor Bar Area at Two Hands Rooftop Bar, from $500 minimum spend per event (up to 60 guests standing)
  Our user said: ‘Great Venue, Friendly staff that went above and beyond. couldn't have asked for a better night...’

• Courtyard Semi-Private Area at London Tavern Hotel, from $38 per person (up to 128 guests standing)
  Venue said: Courtyard Semi-Private Area is a semi‑private outdoor space in the London Tavern Hotel defined by its beer‑garden character and adaptable casual seating.

• Retro Cinema 5 at Abbots Yard, from $40 per person (up to 15 guests standing)
  Venue said: Abbots Yard is an outdoor bar centred on a large sunlit courtyard framed by container-style bars and shaded seating. The venue pairs Italian food and cocktails with live music.

In Richmond, private bars are most commonly booked for 30 to 60 guests. Here are some popular kinds of events people have hosted at these spaces on Tagvenue, as of October 2026: