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Top Private Bars in South Yarra
Some nights deserve more than a reserved table. Private bars in South Yarra include elegant cocktail lounges, rooftop hideaways and exclusive spaces just off Chapel Street and Toorak Road. Whether you're planning an engagement party, work drinks or a milestone birthday, you'll find bars with bespoke drinks packages, private hire and dedicated staff to keep the evening flowing. Browse below and reserve a space that's exclusively yours.
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![Lounge Bar at Arcadia Hotel in South Yarra, Melbourne]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityLounge Bar
60 guestsArcadia HotelSouth Yarra, MelbourneThe Lounge Bar is an elegant space ideal for that intimate social engagement you’ve been planning. The private bar and built-in seating surrounding the room’s perimeter cater up to 60 guests, while our LED adjustable lighting
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![Entire Venue at Pre Drinks Bar in South Yarra, Melbourne]()
from $250
hire fee / per dayCheck availabilityEntire Venue
169 guestsPre Drinks BarSouth Yarra, Melbourne
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JJoshua
“Highly recommend as a venue for hire, both for upstairs and for the back area.” -
![Beer Garden at Pre Drinks Bar in South Yarra, Melbourne]()
from $1250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBeer Garden
60 guestsPre Drinks BarSouth Yarra, Melbourne
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RRiley W.
“Venue was perfect we had around 40 people there and had dj decks set up.” -
![Party Room Upstairs at Pre Drinks Bar in South Yarra, Melbourne]()
from $1200
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityParty Room Upstairs
50 guestsPre Drinks BarSouth Yarra, Melbourne
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Party Room Upstairs is a Function Room in Pre Drinks Bar defined by a nightclub-style atmosphere that concentrates activity in a compact central space.
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![Courtyard at Talk To Me in South Yarra, Melbourne]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCourtyard
40 guestsTalk To MeSouth Yarra, MelbourneThe space provides a clear open area suitable for mingling and dancing and includes bar-height perimeter counters, step-free entry and wheelchair access.
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![Level One at Arcadia Hotel in South Yarra, Melbourne]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per afternoonCheck availabilityLevel One
120 guestsArcadia HotelSouth Yarra, MelbourneLevel One is a modern space with an industrial twist. This picturesque party room comes with its own private bar, amenities, projection screen, and spacious dance floor.
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![Cocktail Lounge at The Osborne Rooftop & Bar in South Yarra, Melbourne]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityCocktail Lounge
130 guestsThe Osborne Rooftop & BarSouth Yarra, MelbourneCocktail Lounge is a Lounge in The Osborne Rooftop & Bar and is defined by a long, full-service tiled bar running the length of one wall. Design: The interior pairs exposed brick and teal banquette seating with a mix of timber
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![Rooftop Lounge and Bar at The Osborne Rooftop & Bar in South Yarra, Melbourne]()
from $10000
minimum spend / per dayCheck availabilityRooftop Lounge and Bar
250 guestsThe Osborne Rooftop & BarSouth Yarra, MelbourneRooftop Lounge and Bar is a Rooftop at The Osborne Rooftop & Bar and a partially covered terrace that connects directly to the venue's indoor bar through sliding doors.
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![Exclusive Use at Yugen Tea Bar in South Yarra, Melbourne]()
from $6000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityExclusive Use
70 guestsYugen Tea BarSouth Yarra, MelbourneA refined yet relaxed space with sleek clean lines, highly textural finishes and a dark and moody interior, with low lighting and grey granite jutting out from all angles, offering a variety of spaces to entertain as a stand
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![Outdoor Space at Miura Lounge in South Yarra, Melbourne]()
from $50
per person / per eveningCheck availabilityOutdoor Space
15 guestsMiura LoungeSouth Yarra, MelbourneThe Outdoor Space in Miura Lounge is a small, sheltered terrace that creates an intimate, private setting for gatherings. Design: The space has rattan-effect armchairs with padded cushions grouped around low communal tables.
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![Downstairs at Talk To Me in South Yarra, Melbourne]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityDownstairs
80 guestsTalk To MeSouth Yarra, MelbourneDownstairs is a semi-private bar area in Talk To Me defined by a compact, sociable layout that keeps seating and service close together. Design: The space pairs exposed brick and dark timber furniture with low, moody lighting
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![Main Bar at Temperance Hotel in South Yarra, Melbourne]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityMain Bar
49 guestsTemperance HotelSouth Yarra, Melbourne
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MMegan
“Was great to be in your own private area, felt like we were in our own space.”
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FAQs about Top Private Bars in South Yarra
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 South Yarra, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $1000 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $600 | to $1500 | hire fee per day |
| From $50 | to $110 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2026), the best options include:
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Lounge Bar at Arcadia Hotel in South Yarra - rated 5/5
Venue said: The Lounge Bar is an elegant space ideal for that intimate social engagement you’ve been planning. -
Main Bar at Temperance Hotel in South Yarra - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The food was delicious and the staff at the bar/handing around the night were absolutely amazing.’ -
Entire Venue at Pre Drinks Bar in Prahran - rated 4.7/5
Our user said: ‘Venue was perfect we had around 40 people there and had dj decks set up.’
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 South Yarra, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average $1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 70 guests | prices average $1650 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 90 guests | prices average $3500 minimum spend per event |
Smaller private bars usually fit up to 40 guests standing. Here are some great options in South Yarra, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:
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Mezzanine at Talk To Me, rated 5/5 - lounge for 25 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, conversation-focused lounge with a mix of seated and standing space. What guests say: The staff are friendly and accommodating, and booking communications are responsive. -
Rock Sugar Function Room at Rock Sugar, rated 5/5 - function room for 30 guests
Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, seated dinner or an informal, drinks-focused social gathering in a contained private space. What guests say: The room is cosy and has a lively, well-liked feel. -
Private Dining Room at Temperance Hotel, rated 4.9/5 - dining room for 15 guests
Venue said: The space includes Wi-Fi and air conditioning and provides wheelchair access, a step-free guest entrance and accessible toilets. Ideal for: Small groups and teams seeking a seated, relaxed and private meal where conversation...
Cheap private bars in South Yarra start from $40 per person or $800 minimum spend per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:
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Lounge Bar at Arcadia Hotel, from $40 per person (up to 60 guests standing)
Venue said: The Lounge Bar is an elegant space ideal for that intimate social engagement you’ve been planning. -
Penny & The Jets at Ovolo South Yarra, from $800 minimum spend per event (up to 40 guests standing)
Venue said: A compact meeting room arranged around round wooden tables, a geometric carpet and a pastel illustrated feature wall that create a contained, contemporary working environment. -
Gallery I at The Olsen Hotel Melbourne - Art Series, from $600 hire fee per day (up to 20 guests standing)
Venue said: Gallery I at The Olsen offers a refined and versatile setting in the heart of South Yarra, perfect for hosting a range of events. With flexible configurations, this space can be tailored for boardroom meetings, intimate gatherings,
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