A good pub function room hits a sweet spot: relaxed enough for a proper catch-up, polished enough to feel like an occasion. In Melbourne's east, that balance comes easily. Pubs with function rooms in Eastern Suburbs include gastropubs with beer gardens, lively bars with upstairs rooms, and stylish local spots that suit birthdays, engagement parties, and work socials without feeling stiff. You'll find private bars, flexible seating, buffet options, and spaces with enough character to carry the night from first drink to final round. Browse below and choose a venue that makes a group gathering feel easy from the start.
Booking costs of pubs with function 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 Eastern Suburbs, based on Tagvenue data from June 2026:
| From $1000 | to $2500 | minimum spend per event |
| From $39 | to $75 | per person |
| From $350 | to $2100 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated June 2026), the best options include:
Q Room at Postmaster Hotel
in Kew - rated 5/5
Venue said: The building continued to be used as a post office up until 1995 when it underwent a complete transformation to become a pub and function space. Since then, Postmaster has seen several reinventions and is now a modern Australian...
The Café at The National Hotel
in Richmond - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘The ambiance was great, perfect venue for a little party, highly recommended...’
Private Function Room at The Blacksmith Bar
in Cremorne - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘We recently celebrated our joint 50th at The Blacksmith Bar, and it couldn’t have been more perfect.’
You'll find pubs with function 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 Eastern Suburbs, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (June 2026):
| Small | up to 55 guests | prices average $1000 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 80 and 110 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 125 guests | prices average $2000 minimum spend per event |
Page last updated in June 2026
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