An event space in a bar with deep red walls, a central bar counter, chandeliers, and velvet seating at Polly Bar.

Side Bar Function Area at Polly Bar

Event Space in a Bar
·
Semi-private area
401 Brunswick Street, Melbourne, 3065 –
Fitzroy, Melbourne
Up to 25
seats
Up to 35
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering allowed

About this space

Polly Cocktail Bar is a one of a kind – with a plush, boudoir-inspired interior, deep leather armchairs, chaise lounges and swathes of velvet, along with gilt-framed pre-Raphaelite paintings and Art Deco embellishments your guests are guaranteed not to be disappointed.

Our Side Bar Function is located in the main bar (the area to the right hand side of the photo).

This area is perfect for groups of up to 35 guests, where they can fit comfortably, have seating available & standing space to mingle. Min spend of $500 for the group.

The space is adjoining our main bar for easy drink ordering, and is a reserved area in the main bar for that amazing 1920's Parisian theme! Please note it is in view of the other guests, however you would have a reserved area only for your guests.

The space consists of bar stools, a seated couch area, and standing space for your guests to mingle.

Prices

Sunday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include GST.
Monday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
Closed
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
7:30 pm – 12:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Per session
7:30 pm – 12:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include GST.
Thursday
7:30 pm – 12:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Per session
7:30 pm – 12:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include GST.
Friday
7:30 pm – 12:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Per session
7:30 pm – 12:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include GST.
Saturday
7:30 pm – 12:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Per session
7:30 pm – 12:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include GST.
Pricing updated by venue 2 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 2 verified users

Capacity

Standing
up to 35
Cabaret
up to 25

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Australian cuisine
External catering allowed
Unavailable: Buyout fee for external catering
Unavailable: Kitchen facilities available for guests
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 3:00 am
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Unavailable: Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Wi-Fi available
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: PA system / speakers
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
Unavailable: Air conditioner
Unavailable: Photo equipment
Unavailable: Natural light
Unavailable: Video equipment
Unavailable: Lighting equipment
Unavailable: Greenscreen
Unavailable: Backdrops
Unavailable: Storage space
Unavailable: Quiet space
Unavailable: Dance floor
Unavailable: Soundproof
Unavailable: Mirrors
Unavailable: Accommodation is available on-site

Music & sound equipment

Unavailable: Own music not allowed
Unavailable: Bring your own DJ not allowed
Unavailable: No noise restrictions

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

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
Unavailable: No wedding licence
Unavailable: No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

No smoking in the building.

Reviews and ratings

(29 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
JJ
Jelena J.
Verified review
30th Birthday Party · 30 guests · May 2025
Michael was very easy to communicate with in the lead up to the event and patiently put up with all of my questions! The team on the evening were fantastic - couldn't have asked for a better experience!
Nothing they were great!
5.0
CB
Caitlyn B.
Verified review
Hen Party · 10 guests · October 2024
Great communication and flexibility from the venue, they went out of their way to make sure our night ran smoothly. Host was also extremely efficient with messaging and organization before the event. Very easy to deal with. Highly recommend.
4.7
PM
Paul M.
Verified review
Bar · 25 guests · August 2024
Very helpful staff. Nice and cosy setup.
Car parking info could have been shared on the website or when I made the booking.
4.7
BM
Bridget M.
Verified review
Function Room · 24 guests · December 2023
5.0

About Polly Bar

Polly is one of Melbourne’s first cocktail bars, opening on Brunswick Street in the heart of Fitzroy over 21 years ago.

Today, Polly’s menu boasts an expansive range of cocktails, customers are encouraged to challenge the bartenders to create new classics or re-invigorate old favourites – no request is too hard.

Polly Bar is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Meet your host

Michael Pavlou
Member of Tagvenue since April 2022
29 Reviews
4.7 Rating
1h Response time
100% Response rate

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