An event space in a pub with a green-tiled fireplace, exposed brick wall, and wooden dining table at The National Hotel.
An event space in a pub with a brick fireplace, potted plants, and red banquette seating at The National Hotel.
An event space in a pub with an exposed brick fireplace, green tile surround, and wooden tables at The National Hotel.
An event space in a pub with exposed brick walls, a tiled fireplace, and wooden tables set for dining at The National Hotel.
A street view of a corner pub with outdoor seating and a sunset sky at The National Hotel.
Mini beef sliders with lettuce, pickle, and cranberry sauce on a white plate at The National Hotel
A bar with cocktails in cut-glass tumblers garnished with pineapple, served on a black tray at The National Hotel.
Two Bloody Mary cocktails garnished with celery, olives, and cucumber at The National Hotel.

The Den at The National Hotel

Dining Room in a Pub
·
Semi-private area
344 Victoria Street, Melbourne, 3121 –
Richmond, Melbourne
Up to 16
seats
Up to 20
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Den is our semi-private dining room accessed from the main bar area. It’s a cosy, industrial-style space featuring a fireplace and exposed brick walls.

The Den is perfect for smaller gatherings and accommodates both seated dinners and cocktail functions.

The space also has its own TV screen...

Prices

Sunday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Per day
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Monday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $500 min. spend
Per day
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $500 min. spend
Per day
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Thursday
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $500 min. spend
Per day
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Friday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Per day
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Saturday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Per day
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 20
  • Dining
    up to 16
  • Boardroom
    up to 14

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
Spanish cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Flatscreen TV
  • Flipchart
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Free on-street parking
  • Fire Place
  • Evaporative Cooling
  • Unavailable: Wi-Fi available
  • Unavailable: Projector
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: PA system / speakers
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Air conditioner
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

  • Own music not allowed
  • Bring your own DJ not allowed
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
  • No wedding licence

Host rules

Dog Friendly
Dogs allowed

Reviews and ratings

(53 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

JS
Jenny S.
Verified review
Pub · 16 guests · June 2026

The service was excellent

5.0
MP
Melanie P.
Verified review
Wedding Reception · 9 guests · June 2024

The staff were welcoming and the food was excellent. We loved our private space where we could pull the curtains across.

It was a little bit cold in the room

5.0

The National Hotel is a #Supervenue

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Customers rated communication with this venue and their event experience as Superb
Response time: within a couple of hours
Response rate: 100%

About The National Hotel

The National Hotel is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Location

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Meet your host

Rani Doyle
Member of Tagvenue since October 2018
53 Reviews
4.9 Rating
3h Response time
95% Response rate

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