Entire Venue at Frontside Food & Wine

Restaurant
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Whole venue
Fennell Street, 1A, Melbourne, 3207
Port Melbourne

About this space

Located in the heart of Port Melbourne, Frontside is a warm and inviting space just minutes from the CBD. Surrounded by greenery and low-rise buildings, our space offers plenty of outdoor seating and free parking, making it easy for you and your guests to relax and enjoy the occasion.

Originally a 1920s chocolate factory, our beautifully restored redbrick building has been transformed into an elegant event space that is exclusively yours for the entire duration of your event. With soaring ceilings and original iron-framed windows, it’s bathed in natural light, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere.

To elevate the experience, we offer optional add-ons like enchanting candlelight, custom floral arrangements, and the cozy warmth of our firepit. Our evening events come to life with our breathtaking European ash tree adorned with twinkling fairy lights, adding a magical touch to your celebration.

Whether you're planning a birthday, corporate dinner, boutique wedding, engagement party, baby shower, or bridal shower, Frontside is the perfect place to bring your special moments to life.

Our dedicated team is here to ensure every detail is perfect, making your event truly unforgettable.

Your Event, Your Way.


Event offers and packages

Package per person

Customised packages to suit your event and budget.

We offer both seated private dinners and stand-up cocktail events.

Prices

Sunday
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $4500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:30 pm
from $4500 min. spend
Per session
7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
from $4500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Our minimum spend varies depending on day and time/length of the event.
Monday
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:30 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Our minimum spend varies depending on day and time/length of the event.
Tuesday
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:30 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Our minimum spend varies depending on day and time/length of the event.
Wednesday
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:30 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Our minimum spend varies depending on day and time/length of the event.
Thursday
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:30 pm
from $3500 min. spend
Per session
7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Our minimum spend varies depending on day and time/length of the event.
Friday
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:30 pm
from $3500 min. spend
Per session
7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3500 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Our minimum spend varies depending on day and time/length of the event.
Saturday
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:30 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Per session
7:30 pm – 11:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm. Extension available. All prices include GST.
Our minimum spend varies depending on day and time/length of the event.
Pricing updated by venue 3 weeks ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 2 verified users

Capacity

Standing
up to 100
Dining
up to 50
Theatre
up to 50

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water
European cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm (extension available)
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
PA system / speakers
Air conditioner
Natural light
Free on-street parking
Dancefloor
Use of our on-site furniture
Customized floor plans
All crockery, cutlery and glassware
Experienced floor and bar staff
Dedicated Functions team to assist with your on-site plans
Use of our in-house flat screen, microphone, and speakers
Light background music or use of our in house music system (compatible with AUX)
Projector
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Conference call facilities
Storage space
Quiet space
Alcohol licence

Music & sound equipment

Play your own music
Bring your own DJ
No noise restrictions

Accessibility

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

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Promoted and ticketed events
Wedding licence available
No temporary Event Notice (TENs) available

Host rules

• Can I arrange a bar tab?
Yes absolutely! Frontside offers both beverages on consumption as well as beverage packages for all of your drinking needs!

• Can we bring our own cake?
You are more than welcome to bring your own cake.

• Can we decorate the space?
Yes! Frontside has a preferred supplier list of people we love and who know our venue but you are welcome to use whoever you like. We just ask that they have the correct OH&S.

• Can we bring in AV equipment?
Absolutely! We can provide you with a flat-screen, mic, and speaker, and we have built-in speakers throughout the venue (indoors & outdoors) that you're welcome to use.

• Can we hold or make tentative bookings?
Of course, we are more than happy to hold a date for 5 days while you decide, when you are ready to book, you will be required to pay 25% of your minimum spend.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

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Reviews and ratings

(44 reviews and ratings - )

C
Chinh
April 2025
Baby Shower · 70 guests
Lovely service, beautiful decor, clean space. Outdoor space is nicely shaded. Plenty of street parking.
5.0
BR
Brendon R.
November 2024
Christmas Party · 50 guests
Everything proceeded in a timely way as planned with excellent food and service quality in a clean, pleasant environment.
4.9
S
Sahasra
September 2024
18th Birthday Party · 30 guests
Everything!!!
5.0
BB
Belinda B.
February 2024
Function Room · 60 guests
Management and the whole team were absolutely lovely and helpful! It made the process of planning the baby shower easy. The location and parking was very easy! My guests were very impressed by the fresh canapés and were all so delicious! The vibe was also lovely too and we all appreciated the open space of the venue and how warm and inviting it was. So many of my guests were impressed with the service and they had an amazing time. Would highly highly recommend this venue to anyone. I am so glad we chose frontside food and wine to host our special day. I would definitely rebook for future functions.
Could not fault it
5.0

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Response rate: 100%

About Frontside Food & Wine

Located in beautiful Port Melbourne, surrounded by low-rise commercial properties, trees, expansive outdoor seating, and loads of free parking.

This stunning location feels like an inner-city escape and a truly unique and private experience only a stone's throw from the CBD.

With its high ceilings and large original iron windows all housed in a stunning redbrick 1920's building, this former chocolate factory has been transformed into an impressive location for all your functions.

Our venue is opened exclusively for your event with our team dedicated to waiting on you and your guests all function long!

We specialise in both Cocktail Style and Private Dining in:
Milestone Birthdays
Kids Birthdays
Baby Showers
Bridal Showers
Hens Parties
Engagements
Boutique Weddings
Corporate Brand & Product Launches
Influencer Brand Evenings


Frontside's beautiful light-filled venue and outdoor space fits all your function needs!

Frontside's dedicated function team are ready to get your party started!


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