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Oliva Social

Restaurant

#10 of 121 Restaurant venues in Northern Suburbs
  3 reviews  â€“ 
102-104 High Street, Preston, 3072 –
Preston, Melbourne
From $3000
min. spend
Up to 120
seats
Up to 180
standing
Venue offers catering
Italian
cuisine
Parking available
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Venue overview

Modern restaurant and event space in Preston's High Street, known for its lively atmosphere and excellent tapas-style dishes. Perfect for parties with your own DJ or custom music setup.

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

Spaces for hire at Oliva Social

Whole Venue at Oliva Social

Whole Venue
Event Space
·
Whole venue
120 seats
180 standing
Oliva Social prides itself on offering a modern space and food selection that is different from traditional function venues. It is elegant yet casual and is large enough to comfortably fit any sized group up to 180 patrons standing & 120 patrons seated. The venue is a converted warehouse with 4 main areas: The North Hall The South Hall The Mezzan...
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $3000 minimum spend
Enquire now
Ground Floor at Oliva Social

Ground Floor
Function Room
·
Whole venue
120 seats
180 standing
Oliva Social is an open-plan restaurant and events venue centred on a skylit, industrial-style ground floor; the space is defined by its high ceilings and flexible main hall. Design: Interior surfaces combine painted brick, exposed steel beams and a polished concrete floor under tall rooflights. The room features a mezzanine level, pendant and str...
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $3000 minimum spend
Enquire now
Front Yard at Oliva Social

Front Yard
Outdoor Space
·
Private space
70 seats
100 standing
Front Yard is a private outdoor space in Oliva Social, a compact linear terrace defined by its narrow, elongated layout. Design: The terrace pairs artificial turf with dark metal fixtures and timber accents in an elongated footprint that sits open to the sky and receives strong natural light. Features: The space includes on-site Wi‑Fi, a PA syste...
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Unavailable: Play your own music
from $3000 minimum spend
Enquire now
Mezzanine at Oliva Social

Mezzanine
Function Room
·
Private space
35 seats
45 standing
Our mezzanine is the ideal space for up to 45 standing / 35 seated guests with a combination of furniture, smart TV on wheels (available upon request) and a foosball table. Well suited for small corporate events, birthdays, hen nights, or for hiding rowdy kids while you enjoy your event downstairs.
Alcohol licence until 12:00 am
Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music
from $3000 minimum spend
Enquire now

Reviews and ratings

3.7
Communication
3.7

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

DW
Deanna W.
Verified review
Very poor communication

No information as to why this has been declined.

1.0
TO
Tim O.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0
AV
Anastasia V.
Verified review
Excellent communication
5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
12:00 pm – 4:30 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Ground Floor
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Whole Venue
12:30 pm – 4:30 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Mezzanine
12:00 pm – 4:00 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
Closed
Thursday
7:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Ground Floor
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Whole Venue
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Front Yard
7:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Mezzanine
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Friday
7:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $3000–$4000 min. spend
Ground Floor
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Whole Venue
7:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $4000 min. spend
Front Yard
7:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Mezzanine
7:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Saturday
12:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $3000–$6000 min. spend
Ground Floor
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $4000–$6000 min. spend
Whole Venue
12:30 pm – 11:00 pm
from $4000–$6000 min. spend
Front Yard
7:00 pm – 2:00 am
from $3000 min. spend
Mezzanine
12:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $5000–$6000 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 180
standing
Up to 120
seats
In-house catering
Italian
cuisine
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: External catering allowed
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Oliva Social

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

Welcome to Oliva Social, a family-owned venue in the heart of Preston, where Italian culture and hospitality combine to create unforgettable events. Rooted in Italian heritage, food, family, and socialising are at the heart of everything we do.

Our warehouse conversion, set in an urban setting, blends an inviting atmosphere with rustic chic charm and a modern edge, making it the ideal place to celebrate life’s special milestones. Fully equipped with state-of-the-art audio-visual installations, we offer everything you need to bring your vision to life. With flexibility and versatility, we can host up to 180 guests and provide a range of options to suit any occasion.

Whether it’s a family celebration, milestone birthday, anniversary, or any other special event, we specialise in creating a relaxed and lively atmosphere where guests can mingle, enjoy handcrafted cocktails, and indulge in delicious food stations and canapés. Our venue is also family-friendly, ensuring an enjoyable experience for guests of all ages. Whatever the occasion, we’re here to make it happen.

In our glam industrial space, there is no party too big or small to have at ours.
With seating for up to 120 and standing room for 180, we are licensed to 12 am inside and 11 pm outside.

FAQ

Yes. All events are exclusive, giving you access to the whole venue, including the front yard, main area and mezzanine.

Cancellations 30 days in advance will receive a full refund.

Cancellations 30 days to 7 days in advance will receive a 50% refund.

Cancellations for events starting within 7 days are non-refundable.

At Oliva Social, the following catering options are available:

  • In-house catering service is available
  • Refreshments for guests are offered

  • Free on-street parking is available
  • Paid parking is available on-site
  • Paid parking facilities are available nearby

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Oliva Social:

  • Whole Venue hosting 45 guests: $3510

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

Oliva Social is located at 102-104 High Street, in Preston, Melbourne.

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