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Upstairs Bar at Bar 1854

Cocktail Bar

Private space

About this space

Upstairs Bar is a private Cocktail Bar in Bar 1854 defined by an intimate, narrow room suited to small, focused gatherings.

Design: The room presents dark-painted walls, marble-topped tables, a long tufted leather banquette and low table lamps that give a compact, club-like interior punctuated by tall curtained windows.

Features: The bar provides a mix of low booth seating and high tables plus an inbuilt PA system and permission for guests to play their own music. The space includes Wi-Fi, air conditioning and a step-free guest entrance.

Ideal for: Small groups suit the space best for relaxed, social seated gatherings or informal standing drinks.

What guests say: The space can feel compact and occasionally claustrophobic. Service in the space is attentive and seamless.

Prices

Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.

Thursday

4:00 pm – 12:00 am

from $2000 min. spend

Per session

4:00 pm – 12:00 am

from $2000

Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.

Friday

4:00 pm – 12:00 am

from $2000 min. spend

Per session

4:00 pm – 12:00 am

from $2000

Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.

Saturday

4:00 pm – 12:00 am

from $2000 min. spend

Per session

4:00 pm – 12:00 am

from $2000

Alcohol licence until 12:00 am. All prices include GST.

Best price guarantee

Capacity

Standing

up to 30
Dining

up to 20

Catering and drinks

Venue can organise food and drink

Venue can supply alcoholic beverages

Facilities

Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
Air conditioner
Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
Free on-street parking
Paid parking facilities available nearby

Music & sound equipment

Venue allows playing your own music

Accessibility

Guests can enter without using stairs

Rules of the space

Allowed events

Age policy

Guest under 18 not allowed unless accompanied by an adult after 12:00 am

Host rules

Booking and Payment
- A per person preauthorisation fee is required and will be charged if a cancellation occurs within 24 hours of the event.
- Final numbers and full payment are required 7 days before the event.
- Personal cheques are not accepted; payment must be made via cash or credit card.

Catering and Menu
- Menu must be finalised at least 14 days prior; items may change due to seasonality.
- Guests cannot bring outside food, except cake, which incurs a fee.

Access and Timing
- Day bookings are until 5:00 PM unless otherwise approved.
- Evening access cannot be guaranteed before 5:30 PM.
- Last drinks are called at 11:45 PM, with all guests to vacate function rooms by midnight.

Venue Policies
- General cleaning is included, but extra fees apply for excessive mess or decorations like confetti.
- Functions may attract a security charge.
- Responsible service of alcohol is enforced; intoxicated guests will not be served.
- Smoking and vaping are not permitted indoors.

Postponements and Cancellations
- With two weeks' notice, deposits can be transferred to a new date within 12 months.