Small Bars for Hire in Melbourne

Booking costs of small bars average $1636 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 December 2025:

Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated December 2025), the best options include:

• Entire Venue at Concrete Boots Bar in Richmond - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘The bar staff were awesome and friendly and keep the drinks flowing.’

• Private Function Room at The Blacksmith Bar in Cremorne - rated 4.9/5
  Our user said: ‘We’ll definitely be back and highly recommend The Blacksmith Bar for any special occasion.’

• Private Function Room at Polly Bar in Fitzroy - rated 4.7/5
  Our user said: ‘Amazing venue with a great atmosphere and friendly staff.’

These are the venues within 250 m from central Melbourne, available to book on Tagvenue:

• Entire Venue at Diesel Bar & Eatery on 202 Little Lonsdale Street - 50 m from centre.
  Venue said: It fits up to 250 guests. This option includes the upstairs lounge with high ceilings and decorative windows, as well as the industrial-style ground floor with its bar and nooks.
• Feather Lounge at The Emerald Peacock on 233 Lonsdale Street - 150 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘No minimum bar spend to hire a place is a bonus.’
• Tinkerbells Birdcage at Storyville on 185 Lonsdale Street - 250 m from centre.
  Our user said: ‘Great venue, great hosting, would return.’

Melbourne's small bars are suitable for a variety of events:

• Cocktail Parties - Small bars in Melbourne often specialise in crafting creative cocktails and providing cosy, intimate spaces, making them ideal venues for cocktail parties. Whether it's a birthday celebration, engagement party, or corporate mixer, small bars offer a relaxed yet stylish setting for guests to socialise and enjoy handcrafted drinks.
• Hens and Bucks Parties - Small bars provide intimate and relaxed settings for hens and bucks parties, allowing attendees to celebrate in a private yet vibrant atmosphere. These venues offer the perfect backdrop for pre-wedding celebrations, with customisable drink menus, stylish decor, and personalised service to ensure a memorable experience for the bride or groom-to-be and their guests.
• Networking Events - Small bars provide intimate and relaxed settings for networking events, allowing attendees to mingle and connect in a casual yet sophisticated atmosphere. Whether it's a professional networking event, industry mixer, or meet-up, these venues offer the perfect backdrop for fostering meaningful connections and collaborations.
• Birthdays - From intimate gatherings to milestone celebrations, Melbourne's small bars are well-suited for hosting birthday parties. With their cosy ambience and personalised service, these venues provide a wa

Melbourne is known for its vibrant nightlife scene, and there are several unique small bars in the city that offer not only delicious drinks but also a unique ambience and memorable experiences. Here is an example:

• Restaurant at Natural History Public Bar - Sip your drinks under the nature-filled 15 metre long diorama at one of Melbourne’s most unique venues. This small bar near Flinders Street Station is available for AUD$500 to AUD$5000 minimum spend.