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Full Venue at 1806

Bar in a Cocktail Bar
·
Whole venue
169 Exhibition Street, Melbourne, 3000 –
Melbourne CBD
Up to 100
seats
Up to 160
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering allowed

About this space

1806 is a vintage-style bar defined by a compact, intimate layout and period-era detailing that gives the whole venue a classic bar-room character.

Design: The interior pairs dark wood panelling and deep red upholstery with low ceilings and crystal-style chandeliers to produce a compact, classic bar-room aesthetic.

Features: A long staffed bar runs along one side and is backed by tiered bottle shelving and a clear service counter. A mix of round cocktail tables, tufted leather sofas and individual armchairs provides flexible seating that can be rearranged. Guest Wi‑Fi and air conditioning are provided. A venue noise policy enforces limits on music volume.

Ideal for: Small groups seeking a relaxed, social evening that combines comfortable lounge seating and standing mingling.

What sets it apart: An in-house PA system and a dedicated dance area allow organisers to bring their own DJ or run their own music for an evening of louder entertainment.

Offers and packages

Menus

 Main menu
Drinks menu

Prices

Sunday
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $6000 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $6000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Monday
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $4500 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $4500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $4500 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $4500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $5500 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $5500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Thursday
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $6000 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $6000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Friday
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $11000 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $11000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Saturday
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $15000 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $15000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 160
  • Dining
    up to 100

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
  • 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: Conference call facilities
  • 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 Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Location

Location map

Meet your host

Nagua Akhrif
Member of Tagvenue since January 2026
6h Response time
90% Response rate

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