An event space in a pub with exposed stone walls, wooden beams, and a long candlelit table at The Grace Darling Hotel.
An event space in a pub with rustic stone walls, candlelit tables, and wood chairs at The Grace Darling Hotel.
An event space in a pub with stone walls, candlelit long tables, and wooden chairs at The Grace Darling Hotel.
An event space in a pub with exposed stone walls, candlelit tables, and a tiled bar in the Cellar Bar at The Grace Darling Hotel.

Cellar Bar at The Grace Darling Hotel

Bar in a Pub
·
Private space
114 Smith Street, Melbourne, 3066 –
Collingwood, Melbourne
Up to 40
seats
Up to 60
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Historically known as the birthplace of the Collingwood football club!
This candlelit Cellar Bar provides a shadowy, rustic and intimate atmosphere for both sit-down meals or casual standing events.

The independent bar and sound system allow this totally private dining area to be transformed into your own space for up to 40 seated guests or 60 standing.

Now open for Thursday lunch bookings November - December!

Usually booked for

Birthday Party

Typically for 40-50 guests and costs about $2,000.

"Great venue, for the theme of my party well and has what I needed..."

- Sara L. Dec 2024

Prices

Sunday
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Monday
Closed
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Thursday
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Per session
4:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Friday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $2500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Saturday
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $2500 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $2500 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Best price guarantee
Pricing updated by venue 1 month ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 60
Dining
up to 40
Theatre
up to 40
Boardroom
up to 30
Cabaret
up to 18
Classroom
up to 30

Catering and drinks

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

Facilities

Wi-Fi available
PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Fully equipped bar
Independant PA, own music can be played
Unavailable: Projector
Unavailable: Flatscreen TV
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
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

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

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

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

Dog Friendly
Dogs allowed

Reviews and ratings

(75 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
SL
Sara L.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 50 guests · December 2024
Great venue, for the theme of my party well and has what I needed
Food was too expensive. Prepaid over $1000 on food for 44 people and people were still hungry so I still had to order about $300 more food on the night and some people still missed out
4.4
RG
Riverlina G.
Verified review
Wedding Reception · 35 guests · October 2024
We held a very short wedding ceremony of 30 people on the deck space. The ceremony started at 6:30 so we were able to enjoy the evening sun. One of our highlights was hearing the cheers and hooting of random bar patrons once we said our “I do’s”. We then shared an absolutely delicious 3 course meal in the cellar room. And for $2 a head, they provided a cake cut service. The Grace darling staff were super polite and punctual. Our family and friends are still raving about it. So much so that my two young friends want the same for their wedding day. I cannot forget to mention Nickers for tending to every last minute need of mine, taking the pressure off me so I could enjoy my day stress free. 100/10 recommend and if we could give a hundred stars we would. Thank you times a million 😭
5.0
MD
Mary D.
Verified review
Christmas Party · 50 guests · December 2023
Staff were fantastic Food was amazing Venue was great
Chairs were uncomfortable
5.0
JW
Jayne W.
Verified review
Christmas Dinner · 50 guests · December 2023
Fabulous venue for our staff Xmas lunch, food was brilliant and plentiful , 3 course Christmas lunch with a large variety of delicious choices. We had a full bar and bar staff were great. Function managers Oscar and Elena were very responsive and helpful. Highly recommend.
5.0

FAQ

Yes. A DJ table can be used at no additional cost, but it must be booked one month before the event. The DJ must provide their own equipment.

Yes. A television is available for use during the event, but it can only be used in the Bandroom.

Yes. Tables and chairs can be setup across the band room area leaving the stage area free for the first dance and group performances.

Yes, it is heated in winter.

About The Grace Darling Hotel

The Grace Darling Hotel is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

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Location

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Meet your host

Elena Gill
Member of Tagvenue since February 2019
75 Reviews
4.9 Rating
4h Response time
100% Response rate

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