Carlton smells faintly of espresso and fresh pasta at almost every hour of the day, which feels exactly right for a neighbourhood shaped by Lygon Street. Beyond the busy terraces and dessert counters, you’ll find spaces made for private gatherings with a bit more breathing room. Private rooms in Carlton include Italian dining rooms, stylish wine bars, and contemporary eateries suited to birthdays, engagement dinners, and long-overdue catch-ups with friends. Scroll on and find restaurants with private rooms worth settling into.
Booking costs of restaurants with private rooms 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 Carlton, based on Tagvenue data from August 2026:
| From $1250 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $45 | to $60 | per person |
| From $200 | hire fee per hour |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated August 2026), the best options include:
Unique Heritage Ballroom at Fringe Common Rooms
in Carlton - rated 5/5
Our user said: ‘A great function venue and the cash bar makes it very simple.’
Gertrude at Zagame's House
in Carlton - rated 4.8/5
Venue said: Be it a meeting, wedding, or product launch, they’ve got you covered. Gertrude conference room is most suited to facilitate small – medium groups in various standing and seating arrangements.
Theatre at The Motley Bauhaus
in Carlton - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘Amazing venue - so helpful organising , great team...’
You'll find restaurants with private 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 Carlton, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (August 2026):
| Small | up to 40 guests | prices average $1500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium | between 60 and 80 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
| Large | over 100 guests | prices average $3000 minimum spend per event |
Smaller restaurants with private rooms usually fit up to 40 guests seated. Here are some great options in Carlton, based on Tagvenue data as of August 2026:
Semi-private Space Two at East Imperial - dining room for 20 guests
Venue said: We've designed our semi-private space in traditional Chinese decor, with generous beads and luxurious couches. Our amazingly delicious food is made fresh with attention to detail, and you'll be sure to enjoy every bite.
Private Dining Room at The Lincoln, rated 4.5/5 - dining room for 30 guests
Our user said: ‘Service was spot on. Very responsive to all our requests...’
Excellence Room at Arrow on Swanston, rated 4.2/5 - meeting room for 20 guests
Venue said: Excellence Room is a private and professional space designed for intimate meetings, brainstorming sessions, interviews, and co-working needs. With its quiet and focused atmosphere, the room is ideal for productive discussions...
Page last updated in August 2026
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