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Top Private Bars in Southbank
Are you on the lookout for private bars in Southbank? Keep your eyes peeled along the Southbank Promenade, Clarendon Street, Queensbridge Street, and Flinders Street Extension. These areas are dotted with fantastic venues perfect for hosting your next gathering, whether it's an intimate affair or a grand celebration. And here's the kicker—Tagvenue makes it a breeze to find and book your ideal spot. With extensive listings and user-friendly booking features, you can say goodbye to stress and hello to a seamless planning experience. So, what are you waiting for? Dive into Tagvenue today and start planning an unforgettable event!
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![Full & Half Venue Hire at Patient Wolf Distilling Co in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $1500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityFull & Half Venue Hire
80 guestsPatient Wolf Distilling CoSouthbank, MelbourneWe offer Full or Half venue hire. Half venue hire: In this function, we can accommodate 16-35 people from Wednesday to Sunday. Private use of space with room to sit and stand. -
![Edwin Wine Bar at Shadow Play by Peppers in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $40
per person / per sessionCheck availabilityEdwin Wine Bar
80 guestsShadow Play by PeppersSouthbank, MelbourneAt Edwin Wine Bar, we believe in simplicity with impact. We celebrate the bounty of Victoria and its passionate people by showcasing hand-picked wines from local growers on our extensive beverage list. -
![Lounge at Ludlow Bar in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLounge
50 guestsLudlow BarSouthbank, Melbourne
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NNicole M.
“We had a much larger group that was accommodated in the public bar space with dedicated bar.” -
![River Terrace at Hophaus in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRiver Terrace
30 guestsHophausSouthbank, MelbourneCColleen M.
“Outdoor but covered seating on the Yarra. Good lovely food with a varied Menu and complete bar.” -
![Room 300 at Kingpin at Kingpin Crown in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $5000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityRoom 300 at Kingpin
150 guestsKingpin CrownSouthbank, MelbourneBBelinda B.
“The room looks amazing. It’s like your very own nightclub.” -
![Upper Lounge at P.J. O'Brien's Southgate in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $2000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityUpper Lounge
50 guestsP.J. O'Brien's SouthgateSouthbank, MelbourneSStephen
“Convenient location, friendly staff, flexible packages.” -
![Pins Royale - VIP Event Space at Kingpin Crown in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $10000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityPins Royale - VIP Event Space
120 guestsKingpin CrownSouthbank, MelbourneBBrooke P.
“Venue was great, so was the food” -
![Southern Point Room at Eureka 89 in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $4000
minimum spend / per morningCheck availabilitySouthern Point Room
80 guestsEureka 89Southbank, MelbournePPriscila R.
“Great location - beautiful views of Melbourne. Staff was friendly and professional.” -
![Bar Terrace at BearBrass in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $6500
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityBar Terrace
80 guestsBearBrassSouthbank, MelbourneAAshish J.
“Venue was great and location was easily accessible to all guests. Would highly recommend this venue” -
![The Lounge at Hophaus in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityThe Lounge
60 guestsHophausSouthbank, MelbourneThe Lounge is a beautiful internal space and includes private bar access with comfortable casual seating. Our wireless microphone may be utilised for speeches here and further AV can be hired in consultation with your event -
![Lower Lounge at P.J. O'Brien's Southgate in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $3000
minimum spend / per sessionCheck availabilityLower Lounge
60 guestsP.J. O'Brien's SouthgateSouthbank, MelbourneIt is a warm, inviting space with a large private bar making guests feel welcome and relaxed. For a cocktail event, the space will be set with a number of high & low tables, and this area can include a TV & a microphone FOC. -
![Entire Boat at Yarra Princess in Southbank, Melbourne]()
from $2550
hire fee / per sessionCheck availabilityEntire Boat
90 guestsYarra PrincessSouthbank, MelbourneKKingsley R.
“Friendly staff. Boat was spacious enough.”
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FAQs about Top Private Bars in Southbank
In Southbank, prices of private bars average $5000 minimum spend per event. Costs vary depending on guest capacity, popularity, location, and amenities like sound systems or bar services. Extra charges may apply for custom catering, decor, or event planning services. Packages with add-ons, such as DJs, photo booths, or other entertainment services, can also increase the overall cost. Check out the typical price ranges in Southbank, based on Tagvenue data from October 2025:
| From $2500 | to $10000 | minimum spend per event |
| From $45 | to $130 | per person |
| From $1000 | to $4500 | hire fee per event |
Based on the popularity and user ratings on Tagvenue (updated October 2025), the best options include:
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Edwin Wine Bar at Shadow Play by Peppers in Southbank - rated 5/5
Venue said: Positioned in the heart of Southbank in the prestigious Shadow Play tower, Edwin offers a welcome escape from the chaos of the city, with the warm welcome of their wine bar. -
River Terrace at Hophaus in Southbank - rated 4.9/5
Our user said: ‘Good lovely food with a varied Menu and complete bar.’ -
Lounge at Ludlow Bar in Southbank - rated 4.8/5
Our user said: ‘I can only give high praise for this venue.’
You'll find private bars in various sizes, from smaller spots to larger venues; keep in mind that the type of space and your chosen layout will affect the capacity! Below you can see the typical venue sizes in Southbank, together with the standard prices in each size range, based on Tagvenue data (October 2025):
| Small private bars | up to 50 guests | prices average $2500 minimum spend per event |
| Medium private bars | between 60 and 100 guests | prices average $4500 minimum spend per event |
| Large private bars | over 135 guests | prices average $15000 minimum spend per event |
