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 somewhere 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 May 2026:
| From $1250 | to $3000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $45 | to $60 | per person |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated May 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 (May 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 |
Page last updated in May 2026
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