A cocktail bar with a long bar counter, wooden stools, round tables, and tall patterned panels at Cookie.
A cocktail bar in a restaurant with patterned wallpaper, a checkered tablecloth, and barstool seating at Cookie.
A cocktail bar with a wooden counter, round tables, yellow bar stools, and decorative wall panels at Cookie.
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A cocktail bar with a long wooden counter, leather stools, and shelves stocked with bottles at Cookie.

Cocktail Bar at Cookie

Cocktail Bar in a Restaurant
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Semi-private area
252 Swanston Street, Melbourne, 3000 –
Melbourne CBD
Up to 25
seats
Up to 40
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Cocktail Bar is a semi-private cocktail area within Cookie, centred on a long timber-topped bar and adjoining lounge seating.

Design: The interior presents dark timber floors, high ceilings and large wall murals that create an eclectic, informal look. The lighting is warm and layered, and open shelving, brass pendants and arched windows give the room a textured, compact feel.

Features: The bar is staffed by experienced bartenders and serves an extensive selection of cocktails, beers and wines alongside late-night small plates. The rear lounge can be sectioned off for semi-private groups, and the seating mix includes high stools and cushioned sofas. The space has natural light, Wi-Fi, wheelchair access and accessible toilets, and background music is played through the venue sound system.

Ideal for: Small to medium groups will find this space suits relaxed, social drinks-led gatherings and informal standing receptions.

What guests say: The space has a lively, characterful atmosphere. The room can be noisy and warm at busy times.

Event offers and packages

Engagement Drinks Offers

$1000 min. spend
9-item Thai canapé package at the marble bar. Includes 2 substantial bites – designed perfectly for standing, drinking, and effortless mingling in our central 5000s space.
Cocktail Bar Canapé Package – Cookie Melbourne
$70 per person
• 9-item canapé selection including 2 substantial pieces
• Menu spans cold, hot, substantial, and sweet canapés

COLD
1. Rice pancakes with duck salad
2. Rice pancakes with tofu & cucumber
3. Thai herb cured Kingfish, green chilli sauce
4. 'Galloping Horses' – Betel leaves with lotus root, peanuts & pickled turnip
5. Betel bliss bomb (wrapped individually)

HOT
1. Salt & pepper calamari
2. Sweet potato cigars
3. Garlic chive dumplings
4. Grilled Isaan-style Thai sausage
5. Whizz fizz chicken sticks

SUBSTANTIAL
1. Prawn & glass noodles firecracker, avocado & coriander sauce
2. Chicken & Makrut lime leaf fritter
3. Crisp roti with mushroom & tofu, chilli & soy

SWEET
1. Assorted mini gelato cones
2. Chocolate & lemongrass tarts
3. Red velvet & cashew cream cake

Prices

Sunday
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.
Monday
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.
Thursday
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.
Friday
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.
Saturday
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 12:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.
Best price guarantee

Capacity

Standing
up to 40
Dining
up to 25

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Thai cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
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
Unavailable: Ground level
Unavailable: Accessible parking spot available
Lift to all floors
Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

No promoted and ticketed events allowed
No wedding licence
No Temporary Event Notices (TENs) available

Reviews and ratings

(4 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
SC
Sabrina C.
Verified review
Bar · 22 guests · May 2025
Excellent communication. Friendly and helpful staff on the night. Excellent and plentiful food and drinks. Great atmosphere.
Nothing.
4.9
AC
Amanda C.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
SO
Sue O.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
JS
Jeremy S.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

About Cookie

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

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