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Entire Venue at The Purple Emerald Lounge Bar

Cocktail Bar in a Bar
·
Whole venue
349 High Street, Northcote, Melbourne, 3070 –
Northcote, Melbourne
Up to 150
seats
Up to 160
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Purple Emerald Lounge Bar is an intimate cocktail bar in Northcote with friendly service, a relaxed vibe, and happy people.

The main room features comfy couches and lots of space for small and large groups.

Step outside to our gorgeous Sundeck, decorated with fairy lights and beautiful flowers. There are lots of booths and large tables for various group sizes. The Sundeck has a retractable roof and is completely weatherproof, with gas heating if needed.

The Main room has its own smoking area, sound system, projector, a microphone for speeches, and its own bar. The multimedia projector can be used to project a slideshow of your favorite photos, at no extra charge.

The Sundeck is totally weather proof. Gas heating is available during winter. This area is extremely popular given its outdoor ambiance and is beautifully decorated with fairy lights.

We normally do not charge a venue hire fee. Certain criteria need to be met: a minimum bar tab and a min catering order is required if you are booking the entire venue

We have been holding functions for over 20 years, almost every weekend, and can guarantee you will have a great night. We work with all types of budgets, so have a chat with us. We are very dedicated with all our functions and always receive great reviews, feedback and recommendations. We provide a complete event service and our years of experience means we can help plan your event with ease and simplicity.

Contact us soon, so we can plan your event with us!

Usually booked for

40th Birthday Party

Typically for 70-105 guests and costs about $2,100.

"Well rehearsed formula. Great space and staff. Very Moorish finger food..."

- Leigh P. Jul 2026

Offers and packages

Menu

 Main menu

Event offer

Christmas Party Offers

The Purple Emerald is a quirky and popular cocktail bar decked out with retro comfy couches, lots of vintage lamps and a great atmosphere your guests will love

The Sundeck space is super popular all year round. Covered space, Large tables, cosy booth seating and a choice of layout options. Gorgeous flowers and fairy lights create a delightful ambiance in this outdoor setting. Have your own music playing and showcase your favourite pics on our large LCD screen

Delicious finger foods, amazing cocktails, tap beers and an impressive range of spirits and beverages from all parts of the world. Catering options provide dietary requirements, GF, Vegan and Vegetarian finger foods, prepared on site.

Award winning cocktails on special (normally $22 each) are available all day and night 2 for $30 !!!!
A huge range of non alcoholic cocktails (mocktails), non alcoholic sparkling, prosecco, wines and beers for those who wish to enjoy the flavours alcohol free

Experienced, easy going and friendly service is what you will receive from our team. We have been in operation for over 25 years, and have received awards for our cocktails, food and service

Sundeck Christmas Party
$15 per person

Variety of hot and cold finger foods (GF, Vegan, Vegetarian options) Approx 4 pieces per person
A consumption beverage tab can operate or guests can purchase their own
No min spend required. A min number of guests apply to use the space exclusively

Prices

Sunday
7:00 am – 1:00 am
from $1250 min. spend
Per session
7:00 am – 1:00 am
from $1250 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include GST.
Monday
7:00 am – 1:00 am
from $1250 min. spend
Per session
7:00 am – 1:00 am
from $1250 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
7:00 am – 1:00 am
from $1250 min. spend
Per session
7:00 am – 1:00 am
from $1250 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
7:00 am – 1:00 am
from $1250 min. spend
Per session
7:00 am – 1:00 am
from $1250 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include GST.
Thursday
7:00 am – 1:00 am
from $1250 min. spend
Per session
7:00 am – 1:00 am
from $1250 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include GST.
Friday
7:00 am – 3:00 am
from $2500 min. spend
Per session
7:00 am – 3:00 am
from $2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include GST.
Saturday
7:00 am – 3:00 am
from $2500 min. spend
Per session
7:00 am – 3:00 am
from $2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 3:00 am. All prices include GST.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 5 months ago

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 160
  • Dining
    up to 150
  • Theatre
    up to 100
  • Boardroom
    up to 100
  • Cabaret
    up to 150
  • U-Shaped
    up to 80
  • Classroom
    up to 100

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Complimentary water Complimentary refreshments (such as water, tea, or coffee) for guests at no extra cost
Complimentary tea and coffee
Italian cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Projector
  • Flatscreen TV
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Air conditioner
  • Photo equipment Camera and photography equipment available on site
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Video equipment
  • Lighting equipment Professional lighting equipment for photography and filming
  • Backdrops Photography backdrops available
  • Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
  • Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
  • Soundproof Soundproofed room for noise control
  • Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
  • Free parking is available on-site
  • Free on-street parking
  • Microphone
  • Projector screen
  • Unavailable: Whiteboard
  • Unavailable: Flipchart
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • 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
  • No noise restrictions

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Accessible parking spot available
  • Unavailable: Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • Promoted and ticketed events Events that you’re promoting or selling tickets for
  • Wedding licence available Venue is licensed to host wedding ceremonies and receptions

Host rules

Alcohol license until 3 am on Fridays & Saturdays.
Glitter and confetti type decorations are not permitted
Dog Friendly
Dogs allowed

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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Reviews and ratings

(217 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.

LP
Leigh P.
Verified review
40th Birthday Party · 40 guests · July 2026

Well rehearsed formula. Great space and staff. Very Moorish finger food

Drinks served in small Martini glasses

5.0
MR
Mena R.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 100 guests · February 2025

The Purple Emerald lounge was a lovely venue for my 20th birthday party the staff was supper helpful all though the event and my guests had an amazing time.

5.0
NT
Nicole T.
Verified review
Function Room · 100 guests · July 2024

Phil and his staff are excellent to deal with and made our experience one to remember. The food was delicious the service was super friendly and the venue in general is fantastic for hosting parties.

5.0
AP
Amelia P.
Verified review
Minimum Spend · 45 guests · May 2024

Great venue!!

5.0

FAQ

Yes, the fees and a minimum bar tab will apply so the venue and staff can be provided. There are costs involved with providing the venue, hence the minimum bar tab and fees.

Yes, a dance floor can be set up, including disco lights and a microphone.

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Response time: within a couple of hours
Response rate: 99%

About The Purple Emerald Lounge Bar

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Member of Tagvenue since November 2018
217 Reviews
4.9 Rating
2h Response time
96% Response rate

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