A bar with a long illuminated counter, high tables with black stools, and floral number decorations at The Ox Darlinghurst.
A bar with neon accent lighting, black leather couches, and a backlit bar counter at The Ox Darlinghurst.
A bar with neon accent lighting, cocktail tables with candles, and a long illuminated counter at The Ox Darlinghurst.
A bar with purple lighting, wall art, and a lounge seating area at The Ox Darlinghurst.

Entire Venue at The Ox Darlinghurst

Bar
·
Whole venue
197 Oxford Street, Darlinghurst, Sydney, 2010 –
Darlinghurst, Sydney
Up to 100
seats
Up to 150
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

The Ox, nestled at 197 Oxford Street in Darlinghurst, stands as Sydney's newest hot spot for socializing and events. Conceived by Sydney Nightclub Owner Andrea Ventresca, it's a haven where friends can gather for drinks and dancing. Positioned at the corner of Oxford and Flinders Streets, The Ox boasts a chic marble bar, striking lighting, and ample seating areas alongside private bathrooms. Its exquisite ambiance sets the stage for any occasion.

From gatherings to Hens or Bucks Parties, The Ox caters to diverse events, offering tailored packages inclusive of food and beverages. Delight in handcrafted cuisine prepared onsite and a well-stocked bar featuring all your favorites. What sets The Ox apart is its direct connection to the owner, ensuring unparalleled dedication to making your event unforgettable. Welcome to The Ox!

Offers and packages

Menu

 Main menu
Main menu

Prices

Sunday
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1250 + $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include GST.
Monday
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1250 + $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1250 + $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1250 + $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include GST.
Thursday
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1250 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $1250 + $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include GST.
Friday
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $850 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $850 + $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include GST.
Saturday
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $850 hire fee + min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $850 + $3000 hire fee + min. spend
Alcohol licence until 2:00 am. All prices include GST.
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Pricing updated by venue 11 months ago

Capacity

Standing
up to 150
Dining
up to 100
Cabaret
up to 100

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Kosher menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
No external catering allowed
Approved caterers only
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
Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Storage space Place where clients can store items during their event
Quiet space
Paid parking facilities available nearby
Restroom
Unavailable: Whiteboard
Unavailable: Flipchart
Unavailable: Conference call facilities
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
Unavailable: 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

Age policy

Guests under 18 are not allowed

Host rules

Decorations & Balloons: You can decorate the venue as much as you like, we just ask that you use blu-tack on the walls.

Dress Code into the Venue is Smart Casual but we also allow Dress-Up parties such as fancy dress & costume clothes for the function guests.

Cancellation policy: Standard 60 day

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Reviews and ratings

(7 reviews and ratings - )

Verified reviews come from Tagvenue users. All reviews are checked by our team to uphold our trust and safety standards.
KO
Keely O.
Verified review
21st Birthday Party · 50 guests · November 2025
Super helpful, really good communication. Venue staff were so accommodating and helpful. Venue itself was super clean and the perfect size with all amenities needed. Food was delicious. Multiple guests were commenting on how great the venue was. Can't recommend enough!
5.0
CC
Cody C.
Verified review
21st Birthday Party · 100 guests · September 2025
Venue management communication and organisation during the event was awesome and extremely professional.
5.0
JL
Jayden L.
Verified review
Birthday Party · 40 guests · June 2025
Excellent sized venue, beautiful interior and extremely friendly and helpful staff. Night was run extremely well and smoothly. Catering food was also really delicious. Very difficult to find a point to criticise
5.0
MP
Maggie P.
Verified review
Pleasant communication
Great they answered within 10 minutes.. An very interested in booking this venue
4.0

FAQ

Yes, clients can provide their own DJ. They need to bring their own decks or DJ controller.

The venue has a 75-inch TV for playing slideshows or videos. Clients should bring a laptop with HDMI input; the laptop can be kept privately in the cupboard for the duration of the event.

No, there is no minimum bar spend, and no cleaning or bond fees are required.

Yes, the venue provides all sound and lighting.

Yes. A 75-inch TV is available to play slideshows, and clients are asked to bring their own laptop with an HDMI input.

About The Ox Darlinghurst

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

Location

Location map

Meet your host

Andrea Ventresca
Member of Tagvenue since April 2024
7 Reviews
4.9 Rating
1h Response time
88% Response rate

Contact venue managers directly on Tagvenue. Keep all event communication on the platform for a secure, seamless booking.

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