POSTED ON Aug 6, 2024
Top Melbourne Private Dining Rooms to Impress your Guests
You might be organising a special family occasion, intimate celebration, significant business dinner or even planning an elopement wedding. Melbourne has a fine selection of private dining rooms to impress your guests. From modern and sleek to traditional and charming, check out our top picks below.
Featured image: Miss Morgan at The Victoria Hotel Melbourne
- The Victoria Hotel
- Roccella
- Botanical Hotel
- Toorak Hotel
- Pinchy’s
- Yarra Valley Lodge
- The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins
- Brunswick Aces
- Brick Lane Market
- Chin Chin’s at Koto Moon
- Miyako Japanese Cuisine & Teppanyaki
- Bottega Restaurant
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1. The Victoria Hotel
Historic Hotel With Two Private Dining Rooms
Heightened ceilings, pendant lighting and deep charcoal finishes create an atmospheric, intimate dining experience at Miss Miley. Located within Mister Munroe at The Victoria Hotel, the space is perfect for special occasions and corporate meetings for up to 16 guests around a long dining table. The menu is focussed around locally grown produce.
In addition, the venue also offers the modern art deco inspired private dining room; Miss Morgan. Also catered for by Mister Munroe restaurant and bar, it oozes a sophisticated and contemporary feel. Miss Morgan can seat up to 24 around a long table.
Find out more about the Miss Miley and Miss Morgan
2. Roccella in East Melbourne
Italian Favourite
Get ready to treat your guests to an authentic Italian experience in East Melbourne. This inviting and cosy establishment boast two purpose built dining rooms that will be truly memorable for you and your guests.
If you are hosting between 20 and 80 guests for a breakfast, lunch or dinner event, Roccella is perfect for private and corporate occasions. AV, lectern and wireless microphone are available.
Check out the events brochure and menus for Roccella
3. Botanical Hotel
Private Dining in South Yarra
For a private dining experience in South Yarra, Botanical Hotel offers two exceptional rooms. The Private Dining Room is an exclusive space tailored for intimate dinners, business lunches, and VIP events. With seating for up to 24 guests, it features a bespoke dining table, luxurious seating, and proximity to a curated wine wall—perfect for wine tastings and special pairings with the seasonal menu
The Archer Room, with its Atrium roofline, vertical garden, and cozy fireplace, provides a versatile and elegant space for private dining, cocktail parties, and more. Accommodating up to 44 seated guests or 70 for cocktails, this room combines natural beauty with sophistication. Both rooms at the Botanical Hotel promise a premium dining experience with delicious food, drinks, and exceptional service. Find out more about these private function rooms at Botanical Hotel.
4. Toorak Hotel
Intimate Celebrations or Business Luncheons
Located in Hawksburn Village, Toorak Hotel offers various event spaces including an intimate space located within the main dining room, featuring two sliding doors that create a private atmosphere when closed.
Whether you’re after an intimate family birthday celebration or looking to host a corporate luncheon, this room is a great pick for groups up to 30 guests.
Request a package for private dining at Toorak Hotel
5. Pinchy’s in Melbourne CBD
Sustainably Sourced Seafood Menu
Indulge in a premium dining experience at one of Melbourne’s finest private dinner venues, where an award-winning menu and an exquisite Champagne bar await. Nestled at 200 Bourke Street, this exceptional venue specialises in a delightful array of sustainably sourced, wild-caught seafood, presented in small portions to allow you to savour a variety of culinary delights.
Drawing inspiration from the coastal charm of San Sebastien, the venue offers a memorable experience for you and your guests, whether you choose the sophisticated Champagne Garden Balcony or the elegant Art Nouveau Dining Room.
Find out more about a private dinner at Pinchy’s
6. Yarra Valley Lodge
Private Dining in Yarra Valley
Yarra Valley Lodge, just a 45-minute drive from Melbourne, offers an exceptional setting surrounded by manicured gardens and rolling green hills. This beautiful venue blends natural beauty with elegant dining spaces, making it ideal for private events or celebrations with a stunning outdoor backdrop.
The Bella Private Dining Room is a versatile and light-filled space that accommodates up to 46 guests, with access to an outdoor courtyard, perfect for intimate lunches, dinners, or small meetings. Meanwhile, the Conservatory offers a more expansive option with panoramic views of lush gardens and the Conservatory Terrace, creating a serene and scenic environment for private dinners.
Find out more about Yarra Valley Lodge
7. The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins
Art Deco Features
This beautiful art deco heritage building is even more charming on the inside as it is on the outside. With elegant function rooms, all with classic features, it makes the perfect spot for a private dinner.
Williams Room can cater for up to 12 people around one long table and The Spencer Room can hold up to 25 boardroom style or 50 on banquet round tables. Both rooms are carpeted with large windows.
Find out more about Private Dining at The Savoy Hotel on Little Collins
8. Brunswick Aces
Intimate Occasions and Corporate Experiences
Brunswick Aces take the title for Melbourne’s experts in moderation, offering both alcoholic and non-alcoholic versions of every drink on the menu. Step inside their venue and soak up the vibe of chill opulence with baroque decor.
Perfect for up to 12 seated, the Private Dining Room caters for intimate, low-key celebrations or laid-back corporate gatherings. Brunswick Aces offer food and beverage packages for events and 3rd party catering is also available for more substantial food options. They have a range of corporate experiences on offer, including distillery tours, gin tastings and cocktail classes.
9. Brick Lane Market
Craft Beer Venue in Melbourne City
Situated upstairs at one of Melbourne’s newest venues, the private dining room offers a semi-private setting for group dinners, corporate events, and intimate gatherings, featuring curated beer and wine pairings.
With seating for 16, the space includes a fully stocked private bar, private restrooms, AV equipment, and furniture. Choose from a sharing menu, selective menu or canapes.
Enquire about Private Dining Room at Brick Lane Market
10. Chin Chin’s at Koto Moon In Carlton North
South East Asian Private Dining with BYO Wine
Koto Moon is known for its tasty Asian dishes and cosy ambience. With two small function rooms available for private dinners, it’s a top spot to get friends and family together for an intimate celebration.
As well as attentive service and great value, they also allow BYO wine. The smaller dining room has a capacity of 16 guests and the larger one; 20 guests.
Find out more about private dining at Koto Moon
11. Miyako Japanese Cuisine & Teppanyaki in Southbank
Dinner Events
Situated next to Yarra River in Southbank, Miyako is one Melbournes favourite destinations for Japanese Cuisine & Teppanyaki. Well geared up for private dining and events, it offers four spaces for your special occasion, whether it’s private or corporate.
From the Tatami Room made of rice straw to the Dining Hall with floor to ceiling windows overlooking Yarra River, you are spoiled for choice. The attractive rooms cater for events between 5 and 45 guests. Tailored menus are available and the venue is dedicated to serving up an extraordinary culinary experience.
See all spaces at Miyako Japanese Cuisine & Teppanyaki
12. Bottega
Modern Italian in Melbourne CBD
Situated on the first floor overlooking leafy Bourke St , Bottega offer elegant private dining rooms for special occasions. Serving modern Italian cuisine and an excellent wine list, Bottega host events including corporate lunches & dinners, private celebrations, intimate weddings and wine dinners.
Suited for group sizes between 10 and 60, if you are looking for beautiful food and wine, Bottega will deliver in spades. Find out more about these private function rooms at Bottega.
For more great venues in and around the Melbourne area, head over to our helpful search function on the venues Melbourne page. You’ll find it really easy to find a close matching venue for your event needs, whatever the occasion.