Melbourne Bars

The Royal Melbourne Hotel is one of this cities most-unique dining and event spaces.

On the former site of Melbourne's City West Police Station, RMH incorporates historical features & modern architecture to culminate in one of the most iconic buildings.

Equipped with 5 unique areas - including an impressive glass-enclosed Atrium, heritage-listed bluestone cellblock, and an all-weather heated courtyard bar, RMH is the perfect place for all occasions.

RMH can accommodate bookings & special occasions of any size including Christmas/ EOFY party, birthday, trivia and corporate event, wedding, conference, awards night, product launch, networking, uni nights and more...

Flexible food and beverage packages and an intrinsic understanding of clients needs have formed many long-term working relationships with clientele and make booking your next celebration a breeze.

Conveniently located within minutes from Etihad Stadium & Southern Cross Station, RMH is ideal for all corporate and social celebrations.

Set discreetly within the grounds of the former Royal Mint lies The Mint Bar and Restaurant. Designed to complement Melbourne’s eclectic weather, come inside and warm up by the open fires, or soak up the sunshine in one of the city’s largest beer gardens. Whether you’re after a gastronomic lunch, a memorable function venue or just a few cheeky drinks after work, come and enjoy this uniquely venue.

Meat Market South Wharf is a Restaurant / Bar and Event Space in Melbourne's newest dining precinct, South Wharf. Inspired by the Australian BBQ, where the grill takes centre stage and the act of cooking is part of the social occasion, sit at the central open kitchen and interact with our chefs or dine alfresco on the terrace and enjoy the views of the Yarra River, the City skyline, Convention and Exhibition Centre, Crown Casino and the Docklands. Our farm friendly philosophy is a reflection of our social and environmental responsibility and our aim to provide you, our customer, with the best quality products. Our menu is an eclectic mix of meat dishes from small snack or sharing items right up to steak sharing platters. There is something for everyone ... including vegetarians.

Our rustic and heritage listed space is bright and open and with surrounding terraces every table is blessed with a fantastic view. Our private dining room is perfect for groups up to 14 and we can cater for intimate functions of 10 right up to canapes for 300 people. Traveling to and from Meat Market is easy with public transport close by including a water taxi point right at our door step and discounted parking at DFO.

Vinorium is all about quality and value for money of the handpicked wine selection & sumptuous food that will perfectly match the wine.

Located in the heart of High Street, Northcote, Vinorium has the greatest range of value for money wines. Vinorium brings together all the best aspects of hospitality, providing a fully serviced bar and drinks list. Boasting 20 local and European wines by the glass and an isle of local and imported wines & craft beers to select from our bottle shop to enjoy within our casual dining premise or take home. You can also savour in our delicious selection of award winning Australian and International Cheeses, antipasto, tapas, authentic pizza, pasta, house-made desserts & unique gelato.

Chief wine selector & cellar-master is Anthony Nania, is an expert in all things relating to wines around the world, a Wine Ambassador, a wine educator and writer. He has relished his role in setting up the extraordinary wine selection at Vinorium that has already been hailed as the new drinking and dining destination hub in Melbourne.

Glamorama is a late night venue, for enjoying the good times that come with being out and about with friends after dark. This is a venue that revels in its 'open later than late' status – but which steadfastly does it in a stylish, suitably north-side fashion.

Found above Brunswick Street, Glamorama has an expansive bar, sleek booths, high ceilings and a good selection of platters for functions. Along with the party vibes, disco, house and techno, the venue prides itself on good taste both musically and palatable. Pair that with a sprawling collection of Australian whisky and some great cocktails, and you've got the makings of not only a great cocktail event, but also somewhere to take guests afterwards: the dance floor.
 


Glamorama's the type of place where a quick drink can turn into a night of boogying for hours. As such, it's a good pick for casual office celebrations, birthday events, end of year functions and launch parties.
If you’re looking for an engaging space that can facilitate team building and offers an intimate atmosphere, then you’ve come to the right place.
 
Whatever you're celebrating, Glamorama will help to make it the easiest and best event possible.

Glamorama is the ideal venue for:
• Birthdays
• Private Parties
• Anniversaries
• Product Launches
• Conferences
• Seminars
• Corporate Functions
• Team Bonding Sessions
• Board Meetings
• Working Lunches
• Fashion Parades
• Private Showings
• Business Meetings
• Corporate End of Financial Year Events
• Available to book 7 days a week

Deusy Doo is a fresh beachside eatery, bar and function space that has recently arrived in Black Rock. Located on Beach Road and offering spectacular beach and sunset views, Deusy Doo is a beautiful and relaxing space in which to enjoy the many delicious treats its menu has to offer.

Deusy Doo is sure to please. Its philosophy is to offer more for less. With an emphasis on fresh, healthy ingredients, there are pizzas, pastas, sliders, wings, burgers and gelato for the young or young at heart. Boasting coffee from Sensory Lab, vegan and gluten free options, fine wine and cocktails, Deusy Doo is the perfect place to start or finish your day or to hire to host your next special event.

All in all, Deusy Doo presents a tempting picture. Tasty food and a charming environment designed by Erika Lancini. Who could ask for more?

Secretly hidden in the beautiful bayside suburb of Aspendale and also widely regarded for its professional and friendly services. Rossdale is without doubt the perfect place for a corporate conference , birthdays, family celebration or intimate and elegant wedding all year round. Our newly renovated clubhouse with golf course views, relaxed and modern outdoor areas with picturesque garden spaces make every occasion, one to remember. Renowned for its inclusive and friendly club culture, Rossdale is a club for the whole family Our family friendly restaurant and outdoor activities ensure that Rossdale Golf Club truly is one of a kind.

Everyone is welcome here at Rossdale Golf Club. So come down and view the facilities today and see for yourself why everyone is talking about the new and improved Rossdale Golf Club.

Established in 1867 and situated in the heart of popular Rathdowne Village, the Kent Hotel was recorded as one of Carlton North’s
earliest buildings.

By 1897 the Hotel housed 12 rooms, a skittles’ alley and a billiards room, which provided great entertainment for the locals. Since then the
Kent has undergone numerous renovations from varying influences, yet has remained a favourite meeting place for the wider community.

These days, the Kent offers an eclectic and ever-changing menu of Modern Australian and Mediterranean dishes within its stylish restaurant, bistro and al fresco dining areas. It also boasts an extensive selection of local and international wine, beer and cider. Supporting local and micro businesses and community wherever possible, the Kent continually modifies its menus to reflect the changing seasons, and incorporate the freshest produce.

A private function room is also available for hire seven days a week. The space is ideal for all types of events –weddings, birthdays, christenings, corporate events, wakes – and provides a sophisticated ambience, fabulous menus, private bar and beer garden, and friendly, professional event staff who take care of every small detail.

Continuing tradition and staying true to its legacy, the Kent provides the perfect environment for all occasions – from family gatherings to after-work drinks and everything in between.

With a huge kitchen and cocktail bar, The Estate would make any retired captain happy. Graze like Baxter’s stock with spectacular views of Port Phillip Bay, no matter what the weather is doing.

The Captain’s purpose built storage includes wine and beer barrels from the best ports and valleys around the world. Check to see what is in the latest cargo dispatch. The Captain’s cocktail menu is the best way to explore St Kilda’s roots.

Creating the thrilling custom designed cocktail list that plays on the history and stories of The Captain himself is Venue Manager and renowned mixologist David van Iersel. Each cocktail comes with its own, often cheeky, short story based on local history and delivers the perfect balance of flavour and flair. Luke Campbell, of Rockpool, Taxi and his own wine business Vinified, has given the wine list serious wine kudos.

Our kitchen is open 7 days a week, taking inspiration from Asian street food styles which are fresh, flavourful and made from the best ingredients. The menu is designed to be shared and eaten in a social environment with a cocktail in hand. Captain Baxter is a family run business that believes in the tradition of supporting other family producers and suppliers.

Captain Baxter can cater for a broad range of events and is a must for your next event destination. With a number of spaces suitable for any occasion and an experienced team ready to cater to your needs.

Our Lounge Space is outlined with stunning electric blue brick, this plush space is ideal for a relaxed social gathering it can accommodate a cocktail style function for 50-60 guests.

Our Dining area offers a combination of booth seating and floor to ceiling windows that bring the beach inside while you dine. Perfect for a seated dinner or lunch accommodating 65 guests seated and 80 cocktail.

Grosvenor Hotel is the place for grass fed beef, cold beer and warm hospitality.

Our Bistro is the ideal location to enjoy delicious food created by Head Chef Paul Tyas. This open plan space is suitable when looking for an intimate environment which remains part of the action. Facing out to Brighton Road, the large windows allow natural light to flood the room.

We also feature a main bar perfect for catching up with friends and family or viewing the game and offers an extensive selection of craft beers and local wine. Grab a bite from our menu and enjoy the live entertainment performing five nights a week.

Our Private Dining Space is a stylish and sophisticated area to suit any occasion; a stylish and sophisticated space suitable for all styles of events. Floor to ceiling windows, retro light fixtures, exposed brick walls and an open fireplace make this room a stunning background. Enjoy the privacy of your own setting with the option of moving to the main bar later in the day or evening.

For a semi-private area surrounded by floor to ceiling wine displays, the Cocktail Bar is perfect. It is appropriate for casual gatherings, afternoon and evening drinks and after work networking or casual dining.

Number 10 on the first floor is our premium private event space catering up to 150 guests. With a modern décor, two separate lounges and your own private bar, all you need to do is select your catering and we’ll take care of the rest.

With the convenience of a drive through space, Grosvenor Grocery & Bottle Shop offers more than 150 hand selected products, from essentials to ready-to-heat meals, along with Grosvenor Hotel's very own aged grass fed beef. Both wet and dry aged on-site in our temperature controlled meat facility. Grosvenor Grocery & Bottleshop also provides an exceptional range of Australian and international beer, wine and spirits. Whether it is a value drink for tonight’s dinner or a premium drop for that special occasion; our knowledgeable team will be able to assist with your selection.

Located just a short stroll away from Glenferrie Road’s shopping district our Hawthorn restaurant boasts all the rococo menu favourites.

Sit at the bar or at a private table inside, alternatively dine alfresco soaking up all the Glenferrie Road atmosphere. The fabulous light filled space is perfect for any occasion.

Open 7 days a week from 7:30am, start your day off with breakfast, enjoy a fresh juice, coffee from Vittoria’s rain forrest aligned ‘organic’ blend or pop in for an express lunch. Our kitchen is open all day so feel free to sit and graze all you like – we recommend working your way through our selection of Antipasti ‘tastes’ menu. In the evening the mood is set with a candle lit ambience and dinner is in an intimate environment, we cater for individuals up to large groups.

The venue is easily accessible with parking situated all along Glenferrie Road as well as in the side streets.

From a quiet drink in a cosy lounge, a private function celebrating a birthday, engagement or hens, or team building at our Cocktail Making Class, the friendly Back Bar team will take care of all the details to create a night you’ll remember.

From the moment you walk through Back Bar’s door, you sense an air of style and sophistication. The room is exquisitely fashioned with a richly coloured Axminster carpet, ornate couches, gilded mirrors, flocked wallpaper and a pressed metal ceiling reminiscent of the glitz and glamour of the 1920’s.

At Back Bar you can sit and relax in what feels like your own private and decadent lounge room while sipping on one of over 60 cocktail creations on offer like ‘Bangkok Fire’, ‘The Parisian’ or ‘Le Pink Bits’, or you can chill out with a cold beer and a few mates while contemplating your next move in a game of chess or backgammon.

Back Bar has a unique style and ambience far removed from the cold ultra modern image of many other cocktail bars. Its dim lamp lighting and open fireplace radiate warmth throughout providing that perfect place to escape the cold of a Melbourne winters day whilst warming with a glass of red.
As cosy and glamorous as Back Bar may appear on a week day, when the weekend arrives it takes on a whole new dimension, transforming with style offering a vivacious atmosphere where locals, corporate executives and celebrities come to release the tension of a working week.

Step away from the chaos of Chapel St and into Green St’s Back Bar, and discover a place where you can quietly lose yourself in your own thoughts or find yourself partying with friends in one of the best cocktail bars Melbourne has to offer.

Functions and Events

Creativity, experience and attention to detail, a function at Back Bar is seamlessly designed just for you. Whether you are looking to celebrate a birthday, engagement, hens party, or just a get together with friends, Back Bar’s function rooms offer two of the most unique and stylish function rooms Melbourne has to offer.

Back Bar have two function rooms available. The Red Lounge with a capacity 60 guests and the larger Gold Lounge with a capacity for 110 guests. Both function rooms have a fully stocked cocktail bar, are air-conditioned and have their own bathroom facilities. Both rooms are licensed until 3am Thursday to Saturday (or on the eve of a public holiday) and until 1am other days.

Choose to hire one of our function rooms privately for your celebration, or simply book in with a guest list, we offer a number of options for hosting your event.

Private hire of our function rooms includes security on the front door as well as use of all of the room’s facilities. Bring your own music along on an iPod which can plug directly into our sound system, or arrange for a Dj to play with a complete set of Dj equipment available for use. You may also like to have a slide show of photos playing in the background with two TV screens located in each of our function rooms. There is also a microphone available for speeches.

Back Bar offer an extensive canapé menu to cater for your function’s food requirements, whilst you are welcome to bring your own celebration cake along.