Private Dining Rooms for Hire in Richmond, Melbourne

Booking costs of private dining rooms 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:

• The Den at The National Hotel in Richmond - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The catering was good - many of my friends commented on how good the food was on the night.’

• Octagon Room at Amora Herencia Riverwalk Melbourne in Richmond - rated 4.8/5
  Venue said: Venue highlights: The hotel provides in-house catering with halal, vegan and gluten‑free options via its restaurant and bar, allowing private dining and beverage packages to be arranged.

• Rooftop Outdoors at Two Hands Rooftop Bar in Abbotsford - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Great experience, highly recommended if you're looking for something private and cozy...’

You'll find private dining rooms 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 dining rooms usually fit up to 40 guests seated. Here are some great options in Richmond, based on Tagvenue data as of October 2026:

• Semi-Private Booth at Farro Richmond - dining room for 20 guests
  Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, seated meal or an informal meeting in a semi-private, low-key setting. What guests say: The space is refined and cosy with a warm, welcoming energy.

• Quarter's Corner at New Quarter - dining room for 26 guests
  Venue said: What guests say: The dining corner is dimly lit and atmospheric. The dining room's service is generally attentive.

• 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 dining rooms in Richmond start from $500 minimum spend per event or $575 hire fee per event. Check out these budget-friendly spaces you can book through Tagvenue, as of October 2026:

• Semi-Private Booth at Farro Richmond, from $500 minimum spend per event (up to 20 guests seated)
  Venue said: Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, seated meal or an informal meeting in a semi-private, low-key setting. What guests say: The space is refined and cosy with a warm, welcoming energy.

• Kitchen Studio at Otao Kitchen, from $578 hire fee per event (up to 40 guests seated)
  Venue said: Located in the East of Melbourne CBD this brand new Otao kitchen venue offers 40 people “cook, share and celebrate” with Eastern and Western style of cooking compliment with a full commercial kitchen and access to indoor...

• Courtyard Semi-Private Area at London Tavern Hotel, from $38 per person (up to 80 guests seated)
  Venue said: What guests say: The space is spacious and presents a warm, country‑pub atmosphere that complements lively sport viewings and casual dining.

Richmond has a plethora of ways to save a few pounds on a private dining room. Searching for a BYOB space will be one of your best bets to save some money. You will only have to worry about paying for food and you will be able to save quite a few dollars on the alcohol. Another good way to save some money is to limit the amount of people you plan on inviting, so you will be able to hire a smaller space and spend less on catering.