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Abbots Yard

Bar

#70 of 1104 Event Space venues in Melbourne
#21 of 473 Outdoor Space venues in Melbourne
  3 reviews  â€“ 
329-341 Victoria Street, Melbourne, 3067 –
Abbotsford, Melbourne
From $40
min. spend
Up to 200
seats
Up to 500
standing
Venue offers catering
Italian
cuisine
Parking available
Manager's avatar
Sheree Matthews
Your Personal Event Manager from Greenfields Group
Response rate: 55%
Response time: Within a few hours
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Partnered with Tagvenue for 3 years

This manager has been a trusted partner of Tagvenue, consistently recognised by customers for their reliability.

Excellent communication - 5/5
2 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 5. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Venue overview

Laid-back bar in Abbotsford with live music, bar games, and versatile event spaces for dancing or hosting DJs. Great for casual celebrations with pizza, cocktails, and a lively atmosphere.

This is an AI-generated summary based on client reviews and venue profile

Spaces for hire at Abbots Yard

Booths at Abbots Yard

Booths
Terrace
·
Semi-private area
32 seats
10 standing
Converted container booth seating with coverage and heating options, suitable for seated and standing functions, with the option of designating additional space nearby for your use. Tables suited to up to 8 for seated dining, with additional standing room. Not all booths can directly view the performance stage, but spaces can be reserved for use by...
Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $40 minimum spend
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Outdoor Area at Abbots Yard

Outdoor Area
Outdoor Space
·
Semi-private area
200 seats
500 standing
Open-air event space with cloth shade and umbrellas. Best suited to ticketed events or large functions with single entry point and closed off to the general public. Performance stage and quality sound system. Exclusive access to all booth seating along Victoria Street and shuffleboard containers, with option for takeover of retro cinema containers.
Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $8000 minimum spend
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Retro Cinema 3 at Abbots Yard

Retro Cinema 3
Event Space
·
Private space
10 seats
15 standing
Retro Cinema 3 is a private screening room in Abbots Yard that recreates a small retro-cinema environment centred on intimate, curtained seating. Design: The interior pairs ornate patterned wallpaper and a crystal chandelier with bentwood-style chairs and dark timber flooring, producing a compact, vintage theatre look. Features: The space include...
Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $40 minimum spend
Enquire now
Retro Cinema 5 at Abbots Yard

Retro Cinema 5
Event Space
·
Private space
10 seats
15 standing
Retro Cinema 5 is a very unique space - party inside a custom-built, retro glam shipping container! It is an ideal space for private functions and parties. The Retro Cinema 5 room sets the stage for an unforgettable experience while offering functionality and convenience. The maximum capacity is up to 10 seated and 15 standing guests.
Alcohol licence until 11:00 pm
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $40 per person
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

4.8
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
4.0
Value for money
5.0
Catering
4.0
Communication
5.0

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

BC
Benjamin C.
Verified review
Event Space · 15 guests · August 2025 · Retro Cinema 3

Great atmosphere and versitile venue. Very open and welcoming staff. Drinks were good and pizzas were excellent.

4.7
BC
Benjamin C.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
LT
Lara T.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 min. spend
Retro Cinema 3
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 min. spend
Outdoor Area
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $12000 min. spend
Booths
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 min. spend
Retro Cinema 5
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 per person
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 min. spend
Retro Cinema 3
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 min. spend
Outdoor Area
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $8000 min. spend
Booths
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 min. spend
Retro Cinema 5
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 per person
Friday
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 min. spend
Retro Cinema 3
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 min. spend
Outdoor Area
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $8000 min. spend
Booths
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 min. spend
Retro Cinema 5
5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 per person
Saturday
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 min. spend
Retro Cinema 3
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 min. spend
Outdoor Area
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $12000 min. spend
Booths
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 min. spend
Retro Cinema 5
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $40 per person

Best Price guarantee: you will always pay the same price as booking directly with the venue, and we never add hidden or processing fees.

Facilities and catering options

Up to 500
standing
Up to 200
seats
In-house catering
Italian
cuisine
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Abbots Yard

Abbots Yard is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Abbots Yard is an outdoor bar centred on a large sunlit courtyard framed by container-style bars and shaded seating. The venue pairs Italian food and cocktails with live music.

Venue highlights: The sunlit courtyard arranges into flexible zones around several container bars, allowing a mix of seated dining, standing drinks and a central area for music and dancing. The venue provides in-house catering and a staffed bar and can operate as a promoted or ticketed event site. On-site games and open-air set-ups suit active entertainment such as shuffleboard and live-band programming.

Best for: Informal wedding receptions, music-led launches and summer social gatherings.

Location: Abbotsford is an inner-north suburb that hosts a cluster of breweries, bars and late-night dining, giving guests plenty of nearby options to continue the evening.

What guests say: The events team is responsive and supportive during private hires, accommodating themed concepts and bespoke requests. The in-house catering delivers tasty dishes and the bar staff are consistently friendly and helpful during events.

FAQ

At Abbots Yard, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available

  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Abbots Yard:

  • Retro Cinema 3 hosting 10 guests: $400

For detailed pricing tailored to your event, please contact the venue.

Abbots Yard is located at 329-341 Victoria Street, in Abbotsford, Melbourne.

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