Red Eye Bar

Bar

#1 of 256 Birthday Party venues in South East Melbourne
#4 of 599 Minimum Spend venues in Melbourne
  11 reviews  â€“ 
17 Carlisle Street, St Kilda, 3182 –
St Kilda, Melbourne
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Isaac Gatsios
Your Personal Event Manager from Base Backpackers PTY LTD
Response rate: 100%
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Excellent communication - 5/5
6 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

Lively bar in St Kilda known for budget-friendly drinks, weekly Big Willy’s Bingo, and fun events like karaoke, trivia, and live music. Perfect for birthday parties or casual celebrations with a relaxed and personable vibe.

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

Spaces for hire at Red Eye Bar

Atrium

Event Space
·
Semi-private area
60 seats
80 standing
Atrium, an Event Space in Red Eye Bar, is a semi-private indoor area defined by a full-length glazed skylight that supplies natural daylight. Design: The Atrium has an industrial-casual interior of warm timber floors, high ceilings and a linear plan; seating mixes high communal tables, bar stools and low booth benches, and planted wall panels add ...

Alcohol licence until 2:30 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

from $500 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 5 months ago
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Full Venue

Bar
·
Whole venue
143 seats
230 standing
Red Eye Bar offers a versatile, full-venue hire option with a maximum capacity of 230 guests, perfect for large-scale events like parties, themed nights, and corporate functions. The venue's interior combines industrial chic with eclectic neon accents, creating an energetic ambiance ideal for any gathering. It features a mix of high tables, cozy c...

Alcohol licence until 2:30 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

from $5000 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 5 months ago
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Seated Bar Area

Event Space
·
Shared space
20 seats
The seated bar area at Red Eye Bar offers a modern, vibrant setting with industrial decor, featuring wooden high tables and stools. With a seating capacity of 20 and standing space for up to 200 guests, it’s ideal for diverse events such as cocktail parties, launch events, and social mixers. The flexible space, accentuated by neon signs and green...

Alcohol licence until 2:30 am
Unavailable: Alcohol licence extension
PA system / music speakers
Play your own music

from $200 minimum spend
Pricing updated by venue 5 months ago
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Reviews and ratings

5.0
2 new reviews from verified users within the last 6 months
4 recent guests highly rated amenities, cleanliness, location and service quality
Amenities
5.0
Cleanliness
5.0
Location
5.0
Service quality
5.0
Value for money
5.0
Communication
5.0

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

SH
Shanae H.
Verified review
Minimum Spend · 30 guests · July 2026 · Atrium

Great help chill vibes very accommodating.

5.0
I
Izzy
Verified review
30th Birthday Party · 60 guests · 30th Birthday Party

I had a great time at Red Eye! Great event space

5.0
BK
Betsy K.
Verified review
Function Room · 50 guests · May 2026 · Atrium

Party guests at my daughter’s 30th birthday celebration loved the atmosphere of the venue. Great value compared to other venues. Isaac and all Staff very helpful and great communication with booking and with all the details that followed. Ciaran the bar manager on the night was very approachable and ensured the night ran very smoothly with his approachable responses to requests.

No concerns

5.0
SR
Sindhu R.
Verified review
Party · 50 guests · November 2025 · Atrium

Isaac was very responsive and helped us with all our questions

nothing

5.0

Prices and opening hours

Sunday
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $200–$5000 min. spend
Full Venue
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Atrium
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $500 min. spend
Seated Bar Area
3:00 pm – 11:00 pm
from $200 min. spend
Monday
3:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $200 min. spend
Seated Bar Area
3:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $200 min. spend
Tuesday
3:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $200–$5000 min. spend
Full Venue
3:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $5000 min. spend
Atrium
3:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Seated Bar Area
3:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $200 min. spend
Wednesday
3:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $200–$5000 min. spend
Full Venue
3:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $5000 min. spend
Atrium
3:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $500 min. spend
Seated Bar Area
3:00 pm – 1:00 am
from $200 min. spend
Thursday
3:00 pm – 2:30 am
from $200–$5000 min. spend
Full Venue
3:00 pm – 2:30 am
from $5000 min. spend
Atrium
3:00 pm – 2:30 am
from $500 min. spend
Seated Bar Area
3:00 pm – 2:30 am
from $200 min. spend
Friday
3:00 pm – 2:30 am
from $200–$5000 min. spend
Full Venue
3:00 pm – 2:30 am
from $5000 min. spend
Atrium
3:00 pm – 2:30 am
from $500 min. spend
Seated Bar Area
3:00 pm – 2:30 am
from $200 min. spend
Saturday
3:00 pm – 2:30 am
from $200–$5000 min. spend
Full Venue
3:00 pm – 2:30 am
from $5000 min. spend
Atrium
3:00 pm – 2:30 am
from $500 min. spend
Seated Bar Area
3:00 pm – 2:30 am
from $200 min. spend
Pricing updated by venue 5 months ago
Pricing rated as accurate by 1 verified user

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 230
standing
Up to 143
seats
External catering allowed
Parking available
Promoted / ticketed events
Alcohol provided
Unavailable: In-house catering
Unavailable: Accommodation available
Unavailable: BYO alcohol

About Red Eye Bar

Red Eye Bar is a Trusted Tagvenue Partner, validated by the Tagvenue team with a record of successful bookings on the platform.

Red Eye Bar in St Kilda is a hidden gem beloved by backpackers and expats for its electrifying atmosphere and iconic event lineup. The venue boasts a lively, urban interior with industrial accents, high tables, and vibrant lighting. Known for hosting Big Willy's Bingo—running strong for over 14 years—alongside popular trivia nights and silent discos, Red Eye Bar is the go-to spot for memorable nights out.

The spacious setup allows for mingling, group gatherings, or solo visits, with friendly staff ensuring a welcoming vibe. Whether you're dancing to the beats, enjoying a fun game night, or simply soaking in the energy, Red Eye Bar promises a night filled with excitement and community spirit.

Usually booked for
Baby Shower

Typically for 45-65 guests and costs about $200.


"Staff were incredible and super helpful and the space was really nice."

- Latisha H. Jul 2025

FAQ

No. We don't take under 18s due to our licence. As such, we also don't take 18th birthdays due to the underage risk factor.

No, the kitchen is closed, so the venue cannot provide reheating facilities.

At Red Eye Bar, the following catering options are available:

  • Bringing your own catering/food is allowed

  • Free on-street parking is available

Here are some event spends from guests who recently held events at Red Eye Bar:

  • Atrium hosting 30 guests: $640

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

Red Eye Bar is located at 17 Carlisle Street, in St Kilda, Melbourne.

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