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Top Quirky Restaurants in Melbourne
So you're planning an outdoor party in Melbourne. You've decided on a date, a theme, the guest list, the menu and booze — but you're missing something…a venue! After all, what's a party if you don't have somewhere to gather? It's not just any space either, it has to be the right one. Thankfully, Tagvenue has got you covered! We’ve compiled a list of the best quirky restaurants in Melbourne that can help turn any event into a success! So hop on our platform and pick your ideal space that matches your style and budget today!
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![Emerald Private Dining Room at Father's Office Downtown - Flinders Lane in Melbourne CBD]()
from $30
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEmerald Private Dining Room
22 guestsFather's Office Downtown - Flinders LaneMelbourne CBDDDaniel S.
“It was so great to have them provide such a lovely space for a memorable evening! ” -
![Entire Venue at Frontside Food & Wine in Port Melbourne]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Venue
50 guestsFrontside Food & WinePort MelbourneMMayur
“Venue manager and catering staff was very friendly and extremely professional in attending the guests ” -
![The Green Room at La Madonna in Melbourne CBD]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Green Room
15 guestsLa MadonnaMelbourne CBDLLouise S.
“We ordered the chef’s meal which was five courses of excellent food shared. ” -
![The Showroom at Welcome To Thornbury in Northcote, Melbourne]()
from $2250
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Showroom
100 guestsWelcome To ThornburyNorthcote, MelbourneJJames N.
“Fantastic venue and evening - couldn’t be faulted ” -
![The Hall at The Hall at Welcome to Brunswick in Brunswick, Melbourne]()
from $9500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Hall
120 guestsThe Hall at Welcome to BrunswickBrunswick, MelbourneKKiara
“Great atmosphere, venue was beautifully decorated, staff were lovely drinks package was awesome ” -
![River Terrace at Hophaus in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRiver Terrace
22 guestsHophausSouthbank, MelbourneCColleen M.
“Outdoor but covered seating on the Yarra. Good lovely food with a varied Menu and complete bar. ” -
![The Barrel Room at La Madonna in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Barrel Room
8 guestsLa MadonnaMelbourne CBDMMh
“Beautiful venue, great food. ” -
![Upstairs Private Room at Rice Paper Scissors Fitzroy in Fitzroy, Melbourne]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUpstairs Private Room
30 guestsRice Paper Scissors FitzroyFitzroy, MelbourneLLee-anne S.
“The kids loved their chicken wings, bao buns , spring rolls and their special magnum sweet treats. ” -
![The Cellar at The George on Collins in Melbourne CBD]()
from $2500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Cellar
45 guestsThe George on CollinsMelbourne CBDEEmily T.
“Such a beautiful venue for a function. ” -
![Pink Delight Private Dining at Father's Office Downtown - Flinders Lane in Melbourne CBD]()
from $1000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPink Delight Private Dining
22 guestsFather's Office Downtown - Flinders LaneMelbourne CBDLLovely A.
“The food was superb! And the service was excellent. Especially Barbara (hope I remembered her name). ” -
![Southern Point Room at Eureka 89 in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilitySouthern Point Room
50 guestsEureka 89Southbank, MelbourneRRhett D.
“This was an amazing venue and Chiara and the staff were fantastic ” -
![Sweatshop Basement Bar & Yard at Seamstress Restaurant & Bar in Melbourne CBD]()
from $21
per person / per sessionCheck availabilitySweatshop Basement Bar & Yard
32 guestsSeamstress Restaurant & BarMelbourne CBD
#Supervenue
MMatt
“Food was awesome, staff were accommodating of everything we asked for. Awesome location. ”
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Find Affordable Quirky Restaurants in Melbourne
from $100
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Private Laneway
30
40
Ladygreen
Brighton, Melbourne
Our private laneway is perfect for a small gathering, the indoor outdoor space is large enough to stand 30 people and is a casual, but a private space.
from $26
per person / per session
per person / per session
Main Dining Room
80
92
Renzo's Bar
Docklands, Melbourne
Renzo's Bar is strategically located in the heart of Docklands and has the distinction of being the first cafe/bar to open around the area. With a few function spaces available, Renzo's can accommodate your next function
from $40
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Private Dining Room
16
26
Chin Chin's at Koto Moon
Northern Suburbs, Melbourne
Whatever the occasion, let us work with you to develop the perfect package to suit any budget. One smaller room that can comfortably host up to 14 guests.
from $40
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Function Room
20
30
Chin Chin's at Koto Moon
Northern Suburbs, Melbourne
Chin Chin’s at Koto Moon is the dim sum and pan-Asian flavors in a dimly lit space with Chinese decor and a painted wooden ceiling. Chin Chin’s at Koto Moon lies at the very heart of a beautiful tree-lined street in Carlton
from $200
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Restaurant
80
100
Mercure Melbourne Southbank
Southbank, Melbourne
Located on the ground floor of Mercure Melbourne Southbank, Distrikt Press is a stylish and versatile space ideal for pre-function gatherings, group dinners, or networking events.
from $400
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Thea Tis polis booth
20
The Golden Fleece Hotel
South Melbourne
You can choose a single booth or merge both for accommodating larger gatherings. These booths are perfectly suited for seated dining events.
Throw a Jolly Christmas Party at One of Melbourne’s Best Restaurants
from $3500
minimum spend / per afternoon
minimum spend / per afternoon
Exclusive Rooftop
50
80
Fonda Mexican @ Windsor
Windsor, Melbourne
T
Tayla
“Thank you Fonda for hosting our 2024 Christmas Party. ”
“Thank you Fonda for hosting our 2024 Christmas Party. ”
from $2500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Riverside Terrace
50
150
Byblos Bar and Restaurant
Docklands, Melbourne
J
Jane -.
“Everything. Especially Assouri ”
“Everything. Especially Assouri ”
from $2000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Follies Bar
50
150
Father's Office Downtown - Flinders Lane
Melbourne CBD
M
Miles Q.
“Fantastic bar staff, fantastic manager, friendly and made sure we were welcome and had a good time. ”
“Fantastic bar staff, fantastic manager, friendly and made sure we were welcome and had a good time. ”
from $4000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Dining Room
60
70
The Moat
Melbourne CBD
M
Mel J.
“We very much enjoyed both the food and the space, and staff were both efficient and helpful. ”
“We very much enjoyed both the food and the space, and staff were both efficient and helpful. ”
from $1000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Outdoor Alfresco Area
48
60
Olinda Tea House
Melbourne
#Supervenue
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Punsara E.
“Great food & drinks. Beautiful location. ”
“Great food & drinks. Beautiful location. ”
from $35
per person / per afternoon
per person / per afternoon
Dining Room
60
75
Seamstress Restaurant & Bar
Melbourne CBD
#Supervenue
L
Lauren T.
“If you want a venue that has a great vide and staff to match, you won't be disappointed with Seamstress. ”
“If you want a venue that has a great vide and staff to match, you won't be disappointed with Seamstress. ”
Book a Festive Restaurant for Your Christmas Dinner
from $800
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Rumpus Room
16
25
The George on Collins
Melbourne CBD
F
Farah S.
“Perfect events manager. I felt really special throughout the process. Event space was perfect!! ”
“Perfect events manager. I felt really special throughout the process. Event space was perfect!! ”
from $5000
minimum spend / per morning
minimum spend / per morning
Northern Point Room
140
150
Eureka 89
Southbank, Melbourne
R
Rhett D.
“This was an amazing venue and Chiara and the staff were fantastic ”
“This was an amazing venue and Chiara and the staff were fantastic ”
from $125
per person / per session
per person / per session
Main Dining Room
40
110
Pinchy's Lobster & Champagne Bar
Melbourne CBD
The Main Dining Room at Pinchy's restaurant offers a delightful and versatile space for patrons to enjoy their dining experience. With its unique design and accommodating features, the dining room provides a memorable ambiance
from $80
per person / per session
per person / per session
Entire Venue
30
36
Agapi Restaurant
Richmond, Melbourne
Agapi provides restaurant-quality food for all occasions, put your own menu together, or ask us to put our favorite selections together for you. Our function room seats up to 36 people, which is great for private parties
from $90
per person / per session
per person / per session
Main Dining Room
50
80
IL Duca Restaurant
East Melbourne
We are a family-orientated restaurant located in East Melbourne, just a few steps away from the CBD. Serving up traditional and appetizing Italian cuisine in an intimate and cozy setting.
from $8000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Entire Venue
200
490
Three Blue Ducks Melbourne
Northern Suburbs, Melbourne
Three Blue Ducks Melbourne is a generously sized restaurant is an ideal location for hosting grand corporate events, private celebrations, and even weddings.
Popular Restaurants to Book for Your Upcoming Bridal Shower
from $2000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Cocktail Bar
25
40
Cookie
Melbourne CBD
S
Sabrina C.
“Excellent communication. Friendly and helpful staff on the night. Excellent and plentiful food and drinks. ”
“Excellent communication. Friendly and helpful staff on the night. Excellent and plentiful food and drinks. ”
from $1000
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
Crystal Bar
75
120
Mr L's
South Yarra, Melbourne
Enclosed and weatherproof, with glass bi-fold doors leading to an alfresco courtyard. Perfect for hens parties, bridal showers, and other unrepeatable, joyous celebrations.
from $4000
minimum spend / per evening
minimum spend / per evening
Full Venue
100
120
Industry Beans Chadstone
Malvern East, Melbourne
With a variety of event packages designed for gatherings such as baby showers, bridal showers, corporate meetings, Christmas parties, product launches, and school formals, we cater to every occasion.
from $35
per person / per session
per person / per session
Dining Room
52
62
BearBrass
Southbank, Melbourne
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Ashish J.
“Venue was great and location was easily accessible to all guests. Would highly recommend this venue ”
“Venue was great and location was easily accessible to all guests. Would highly recommend this venue ”
from $1500
minimum spend / per session
minimum spend / per session
The Den
24
40
The George on Collins
Melbourne CBD
X
Xx M.
“Amazing service , communication , room was perfect with its own bar and bar staff. ”
“Amazing service , communication , room was perfect with its own bar and bar staff. ”
from $30
per person / per day
per person / per day
The Blue Room
8
Ming Dining Restaurant & Bar
Melbourne CBD
The Blue Room at Ming Dining is a moody, luxurious and semi-private space perfect for intimate birthday dinners, romantic celebrations, or creative meetings.
FAQs about Top Quirky Restaurants in Melbourne
In Melbourne, prices of quirky restaurants average $2500 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 Melbourne, based on Tagvenue data:
| From $1100 | to $5000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $30 | to $79 | per person |
To enjoy a long list of only the best quirky restaurants, you should start your search at least 3 months in advance. It will give you enough time to make up your mind about the event’s style and find the venues that will match its setting.
Sure! Here's a short list of our favs:
Atrium at The Grace Darling Hotel - Sweep your guests away with an incredibly stylish and cosy setting. What’s more, the space is really adaptable and can truly help you come up with an event of your dreams!
Ludlow Bar - Host an unforgettable dining experience in this elegant private room at Ludlow Bar! With its sophisticated ambiance and prime riverside location, this venue is perfect for creating lasting memories. Whether it’s a celebratory feast or an intimate gathering, the Private Dining Room offers a refined setting to make your event truly special.
