A cozy event space with vintage leather sofas, candlelit tables, and framed mirrors at 1806.
An event space in a bar with red patterned wallpaper, vintage armchairs, and candlelit tables at 1806.
An event space with a long wooden bar, red velvet barstools, and chandeliers at 1806.
An event space in a bar with a vintage chandelier, wooden shelves of spirits, and red velvet bar stools at 1806.

Main Bar at 1806

Bar in a Cocktail Bar
·
Private space
169 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, 3000 –
Melbourne CBD
Up to 49
seats
Up to 70
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering allowed

About this space

With an opulent old world feel that creates an exeptional evening as soon as your guests arrive, the Main Bar area is where to get the full 1806 experience. Our wide range of stylish furnishings can be arranged to suit your occasion; intimate lighting can be adjusted for atmosphere and lets not forget our fully equipped bar from where we can provide over the counter or table service. It's Perfect for 40 - 70 Guests, has a projector screen,large grazing table and a customisable bar service.

Offers and packages

Menus

 Main menu
Main menu
Drinks menu
Drinks menu

Prices

Sunday
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $4500 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $4500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Monday
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3500 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3500 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $4000 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $4000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Thursday
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $4500 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $4500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Friday
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $8500 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $8500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Saturday
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $10500 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $10500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
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Pricing updated by venue 1 week ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 70
Dining
up to 49

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
European cuisine
External catering allowed Bring your own food or hire a caterer of your choice
Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Projector
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Conference call facilities Equipment for video or phone conferencing during your event
Air conditioner
Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Quiet space
Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
Paid parking is available on-site (50 spaces)
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Natural light
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
Bring your own DJ Venue allows bringing your own DJ instead
Space has noise restriction after 01:00

Accessibility

Unavailable: Accessible toilets
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Unavailable: Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift
Unavailable: Wheelchair accessible

Rules of the space

Allowed events

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

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed

Host rules

No smoking in the building.
Damage to the space will result in extra charge.
Guests found acting in a disorderly or disrespectful manner will be asked to leave the premises.

Cancellation policy: Custom

Show cancellation details

About 1806

1806 is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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Location

Location map

Meet your host

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Member of Tagvenue since January 2026
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