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Natural History Public Bar

Pub

#76 of 871 Private Dining venues in Melbourne
#22 of 139 Drinks Reception venues in Melbourne CBD
  6 reviews  â€“ 
401 Collins Street, Melbourne, 3000 –
Melbourne CBD
From $500
min. spend
Up to 120
seats
Up to 400
standing
Venue offers catering
Australian
cuisine
Parking available
Manager's avatar
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Response rate: 97%
Response time: Within 3 hours
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Excellent communication - 4.9/5
55 verified clients rated their communication with the venue manager as 4.9. They appreciated the manager's professionalism and quick response times.
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Venue overview

Laid-back gastropub on Collins Street known for its comfort food, craft drinks, and taxidermy-filled decor. Great for casual celebrations, trivia nights, or private parties with a personal DJ.

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

Spaces for hire at Natural History Public Bar

Private Dining Room at Natural History Public Bar

Private Dining Room
Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
12 seats
17 standing
Private Dining Room is a semi-private dining room in Natural History Public Bar, defined by built-in banquette seating and low, intimate lighting that creates an enclosed dining corner. Design: The room has deep green leather banquettes, mixed timber chairs and simple wooden tables set against warm, muted walls and low wall-mounted lighting. The r...
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $600 minimum spend
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Entire Venue at Natural History Public Bar

Entire Venue
Pub
·
Whole venue
120 seats
400 standing
Natural History Public Bar is a unique venue in the heart of Melbourne’s CBD. The open-plan space creates a personalized atmosphere for any party or event. Our incredible diorama is a conversation starter, with decorations throughout the venue that complement each other. You'll find two equipped bars, three TVs along with stereo equipment, and a m...
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $10000 minimum spend
Enquire now
Queens Lounge at Natural History Public Bar

Queens Lounge
Lounge
·
Semi-private area
40 seats
80 standing
Queens Lounge is a Lounge in the Natural History Public Bar, defined by a continuous curved built-in banquette that organises seating and circulation. Design: The room uses a warm, dark palette of red upholstery, timber panelling and geometric floor tiling. Subdued pendant lighting and framed artwork produce a composed, low-key interior. Features...
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $3000 minimum spend
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Front Bar at Natural History Public Bar

Front Bar
Bar
·
Semi-private area
40 standing
Front Bar is a bar area in Natural History Public Bar centred on a long, linear counter that creates a distinct semi-private front space. Design: The Front Bar interior uses warm, dark finishes, brass and timber detailing and a patterned carpet beneath a double-height ceiling. The lighting is subdued and the fit-out pairs leather stools with high ...
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $1500 minimum spend
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Restaurant at Natural History Public Bar

Restaurant
Dining Room
·
Semi-private area
60 seats
Dine beneath the ultimate conversation starter – the stunning nature filled diorama. Tuck into a multi-course feasting menu, a delicious selection of beverages and be waited on by our team, leaving you rolling out the door happy. Our sharing menu is seasonally led and made up of a rotating selection of our chef’s favourite dishes, which you can wat...
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
Unavailable: PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $500 minimum spend
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Event offers

Christmas Party Offers

Christmas Premium Feast – Restaurant (Min. 8 Guests) – Restaurant

$65 per person

• Family-style Premium Feast menu
• Includes 3 entrees, 2 mains and sides
• Seasonal menu; items selected in advance
ENTREE
1. Seasonal dip
2. Lemon pepper squid
3. Rare roast beef
4. Grilled corn tostada
5. Pan-seared salmon
MAINS
1. O'Connor grass-fed scotch fillet
2. Rotisserie chicken
3. Slow cooked lamb shoulder
4. Crispy roast pork belly
5. Baked barramundi
6. Seasonal roasted cauliflower
DESSERT
1. Churros
2. Cheese board
3. Sticky date pudding
4. Mini pavlova
See full offer

Reviews and ratings

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

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

KS
Karyn S.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
AN
Amber N.
Verified review
Pleasant communication
4.0
KB
Kate B.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
KW
Kirstin W.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $500–$5000 min. spend
Front Bar
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $2500 min. spend
Queens Lounge
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Restaurant
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $500–$5000 min. spend
Private Dining Room
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1200–$1400 min. spend
Monday
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $600–$10000 min. spend
Entire Venue
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $10000 min. spend
Front Bar
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Queens Lounge
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Restaurant
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $3000–$5000 min. spend
Private Dining Room
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $600 min. spend
Tuesday
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1000–$10000 min. spend
Entire Venue
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $10000 min. spend
Front Bar
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Queens Lounge
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Restaurant
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Private Dining Room
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1000 min. spend
Wednesday
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1000–$10000 min. spend
Entire Venue
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $10000 min. spend
Front Bar
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1500 min. spend
Queens Lounge
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Restaurant
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Private Dining Room
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1000 min. spend
Thursday
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $500–$14000 min. spend
Entire Venue
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $14000 min. spend
Front Bar
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $2000 min. spend
Queens Lounge
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Restaurant
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $500–$5000 min. spend
Private Dining Room
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1200 min. spend
Friday
7:00 am – 11:30 pm
from $500–$20000 min. spend
Entire Venue
7:00 am – 11:30 pm
from $20000 min. spend
Front Bar
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $2500 min. spend
Queens Lounge
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Restaurant
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $500 min. spend
Private Dining Room
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1200–$1400 min. spend
Saturday
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $500–$10000 min. spend
Entire Venue
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $10000 min. spend
Front Bar
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $2500 min. spend
Queens Lounge
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Restaurant
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $500–$5000 min. spend
Private Dining Room
7:00 am – 11:00 pm
from $1200–$1400 min. spend

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 400
standing
Up to 120
seats
In-house catering
Australian
cuisine
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Natural History Public Bar

Natural History Public Bar is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Natural History Public Bar is a gastropub that pairs classic pub food and drinks with museum-style taxidermy and subdued, gallery-like interiors.

Venue highlights: The venue centres on a long central bar and a range of dining areas that can be organised to separate reception and dining flows during private hires. The venue provides in-house catering and can accommodate halal, kosher, vegan and gluten-free dietary requirements. The venue stages promoted and ticketed events and offers outdoor seating that can be incorporated into hires.

Best for: Suitable events include after-work drinks and cocktail receptions, private group dinners, and casual corporate gatherings.

Location: Collins Street in the Melbourne CBD lies within the city's main business and dining district and offers many nearby bars and restaurants for guests to continue the evening.

What guests say: The venue's service team is friendly and helpful when advising on menu choices and daily specials.

FAQ

At Natural History Public Bar, 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 Natural History Public Bar:

  • Front Bar hosting 30 guests: $1200

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

Natural History Public Bar is located at 401 Collins Street, in Melbourne CBD.

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