Restaurant at Mercure Melbourne Southbank

Restaurant in a Hotel
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Semi-private area
9 Riverside Quay, Melbourne, 3006
Southbank, Melbourne

About this space

Located on the ground floor of Mercure Melbourne Southbank, Distrikt Press is a stylish and versatile space ideal for pre-function gatherings, group dinners, or networking events. With a capacity of up to 100 guests for cocktail-style functions or 80 guests for sit-down dining, it offers the perfect setting to complement your meeting or event.

Whether you're planning a welcome reception, casual networking night, or a private group meal, Distrikt Press provides a warm, modern atmosphere with flexible layout options. The open-plan design, ambient lighting, and relaxed décor create a welcoming environment for both corporate and social occasions.

Our dedicated team can tailor the space to suit your event, with catering options ranging from canapés and grazing tables to plated dinners and beverage packages. We’re happy to accommodate special dietary requirements and customise the experience to suit your group.

Conveniently connected to our main event rooms, Distrikt Press is an ideal extension for your conference or meeting day, perfect for winding down, socialising, or celebrating in the heart of Southbank.


Prices

Sunday
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $100 hire fee + per person
Per session
7:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $200 min. spend
Per session
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $100 + $20 hire fee + per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm. All prices include GST.
There is no venue hire fee, just a minimum food and beverage spend.

We offer a range of options including full-day meeting packages, delegate packages, breakfasts, luncheons, dinners, cocktail events, buffets, and beverage packages to suit all event needs.
- Working style lunch served in the pre-function area $45 per person
- Buffet lunch served in the pre-function area $50 per person
- 1- or 2-hours canapes $35 / $45 per person
- 2 or 3 course dinner $65 / $75 per person
- 1, 2- or 3-hours beverage packages $26 / $32 / $38 per person
Monday
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $100 hire fee + per person
Per session
7:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $200 min. spend
Per session
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $100 + $20 hire fee + per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm. All prices include GST.
There is no venue hire fee, just a minimum food and beverage spend.

We offer a range of options including full-day meeting packages, delegate packages, breakfasts, luncheons, dinners, cocktail events, buffets, and beverage packages to suit all event needs.
- Working style lunch served in the pre-function area $45 per person
- Buffet lunch served in the pre-function area $50 per person
- 1- or 2-hours canapes $35 / $45 per person
- 2 or 3 course dinner $65 / $75 per person
- 1, 2- or 3-hours beverage packages $26 / $32 / $38 per person
Tuesday
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $100 hire fee + per person
Per session
7:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $200 min. spend
Per session
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $100 + $20 hire fee + per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm. All prices include GST.
There is no venue hire fee, just a minimum food and beverage spend.

We offer a range of options including full-day meeting packages, delegate packages, breakfasts, luncheons, dinners, cocktail events, buffets, and beverage packages to suit all event needs.
- Working style lunch served in the pre-function area $45 per person
- Buffet lunch served in the pre-function area $50 per person
- 1- or 2-hours canapes $35 / $45 per person
- 2 or 3 course dinner $65 / $75 per person
- 1, 2- or 3-hours beverage packages $26 / $32 / $38 per person
Wednesday
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $100 hire fee + per person
Per session
7:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $200 min. spend
Per session
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $100 + $20 hire fee + per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm. All prices include GST.
There is no venue hire fee, just a minimum food and beverage spend.

We offer a range of options including full-day meeting packages, delegate packages, breakfasts, luncheons, dinners, cocktail events, buffets, and beverage packages to suit all event needs.
- Working style lunch served in the pre-function area $45 per person
- Buffet lunch served in the pre-function area $50 per person
- 1- or 2-hours canapes $35 / $45 per person
- 2 or 3 course dinner $65 / $75 per person
- 1, 2- or 3-hours beverage packages $26 / $32 / $38 per person
Thursday
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $100 hire fee + per person
Per session
7:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $200 min. spend
Per session
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $100 + $20 hire fee + per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm. All prices include GST.
There is no venue hire fee, just a minimum food and beverage spend.

We offer a range of options including full-day meeting packages, delegate packages, breakfasts, luncheons, dinners, cocktail events, buffets, and beverage packages to suit all event needs.
- Working style lunch served in the pre-function area $45 per person
- Buffet lunch served in the pre-function area $50 per person
- 1- or 2-hours canapes $35 / $45 per person
- 2 or 3 course dinner $65 / $75 per person
- 1, 2- or 3-hours beverage packages $26 / $32 / $38 per person
Friday
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $100 hire fee + per person
Per session
7:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $200 min. spend
Per session
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $100 + $20 hire fee + per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm. All prices include GST.
There is no venue hire fee, just a minimum food and beverage spend.

We offer a range of options including full-day meeting packages, delegate packages, breakfasts, luncheons, dinners, cocktail events, buffets, and beverage packages to suit all event needs.
- Working style lunch served in the pre-function area $45 per person
- Buffet lunch served in the pre-function area $50 per person
- 1- or 2-hours canapes $35 / $45 per person
- 2 or 3 course dinner $65 / $75 per person
- 1, 2- or 3-hours beverage packages $26 / $32 / $38 per person
Saturday
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $100 hire fee + per person
Per session
7:00 am – 5:00 pm
from $200 min. spend
Per session
7:00 am – 9:00 pm
from $100 + $20 hire fee + per person
Note: Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm. All prices include GST.
There is no venue hire fee, just a minimum food and beverage spend.

We offer a range of options including full-day meeting packages, delegate packages, breakfasts, luncheons, dinners, cocktail events, buffets, and beverage packages to suit all event needs.
- Working style lunch served in the pre-function area $45 per person
- Buffet lunch served in the pre-function area $50 per person
- 1- or 2-hours canapes $35 / $45 per person
- 2 or 3 course dinner $65 / $75 per person
- 1, 2- or 3-hours beverage packages $26 / $32 / $38 per person
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 100
Dining
up to 80

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol
Alcohol licence until 11:30 pm
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
Flatscreen TV
Whiteboard
Flipchart
Air conditioner
Natural light
Storage space
Accommodation is available on-site
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Projector
PA system / speakers
Conference call facilities
Quiet space

Music & sound equipment

Own music not allowed
Bring your own DJ not allowed
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

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

Host rules

No smoking inside the building.
Damage done to the building will result in extra charges.

Cancellation policy: Standard 30 day

Show cancellation details

Newly refurbished Mercure Melbourne Southbank is ideally located just 601m from Southbank Promenade on the Yarra River, a 10 min walk to the popular Bourke Street Mall, 15 minutes' walk from Crown Casino, and only 350m from Flinders Street Station.

Each of the 275 rooms are fitted with a generous bed, kitchenette, smart TV, Wi-Fi, safety box, ironing equipment and air conditioning. The hotel has a guest laundry, luggage storage, 24-hour front desk, a self-check-in desk and spacious meeting and event spaces. The restaurant serves buffet breakfast and offers an all-day menu available for in-room orders.

Fixed-price parking is available at Wilson Eureka Carpark, where guests can present their entry ticket to reception upon arrival. Parking space - subject to availability.


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