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.

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

(52 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 couple of hours
Response rate: 99%

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

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

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