Pubs with Function Rooms for Hire in Melbourne

Your Guide to Hiring Pubs with Function Rooms in Melbourne

A pub is a local gem and a place for celebration. Most pubs will have a separate room just for parties, which brings the pub atmosphere which you know and love to a private party setting. Be it a bucks party, a birthday bash or just a reunion with your mates – good times are best celebrated with a nice cold pint in one of Melbourne’s awesome pubs. Need a space for a private function? We know pubs where you can hire some of the best function rooms in town.

Some amazing uses for function rooms are:

Birthdays – Whether you are celebrating with a few friends and family or having a grand event to bring in a new decade, pubs with function rooms are great for any event. These rooms have plenty of space to accommodate friends, food, dancing, and of course, plenty of pints. So why not bring in another year in a classic pub environment?

Graduation Parties – Graduations are high times to celebrate, whether it is a high school or university graduation, these accomplishments are worth raising a pint for. There are always plenty of guests coming by to celebrate a graduation and pubs offer flexible plans to account for these kinds of parties. Finger foods and sandwiches are best for graduation parties and an accompanying pint is always welcome.

Team Building Activities – Having a night out with your peers is important for any company. Colleagues and management can come together and let their hair down for a night out. Here are some great ideas for company events in function rooms:

• Karaoke Nights – There are few better ways to spend time with your colleagues than singing the night away. Have a drink and belt out a few of your favourite tunes in one of Melbourne’s great pubs.
• Pub Quiz Nights – A pub quiz is a phenomenal way to encourage team building and is a great platform to show off everyone’s knowledge on things like sports, music, or pop culture. These nights are great examples of friendly competition between peers.

Buck Parties – Few nights are as fun as buck or hen parties, and pubs with function rooms are great places to start the night before you hit the town. Here you can host everyone for a few drinks and eat some food at centrally located pubs like Turf Bar, which not only has a phenomenal location, but is also affordable and a great place to kick back and watch a game before a crazy night.

Christmas Parties – There’s few better places to host a great Christmas party than a pub. You can welcome in the Christmas Spirit by knocking back some mulled wine and enjoy the company of friends and family and host great activities like Secret Santas and white elephant gift exchanges.

Apart from conveniently gathering them all in one place, we’re also happy to share this handy list of tips on event planning and venue hire with you:

• Looking for pubs with free function rooms? Pick one that works on a minimum spend basis – you’ll need to spend a set amount on refreshments, but not a single dollar on the hire fee. Sound pretty tempting, right?

• Pub function rooms are usually quite versatile, so make sure you pick the best seating arrangement for your party. If you need some inspiration, this article from our blog is sure to help you out.

• Many Melbourne pubs are happy for you to bring your own liquor or catering, but remember to always ask about their policy in advance. Sometimes additional corkage charges apply, so it’s also good to make sure if you need to include this into your budget. 

• One key to hosting a successful party in a function room is being aware of how many people will be attending your party. The best way to keep track of this number is by sending out an invitation with an RSVP about two months in advance, so you will have an accurate number of attendees, and your guests will also have ample time to save the date. Once you know the number of guests, you can choose the space that will comfortably accommodate your party.

• Location is important in determining the ease of access your guests will have for your party, as well as determining the price of your party. Pubs in Downtown Melbourne will be a little more expensive than ones you would find in areas like Mooroolbark. Downtown pubs might have limited parking available, so this is important to keep in mind depending on where your guests are coming from.

Pubs with function rooms are wonderful places to celebrate any occasion worth gathering for. These venues are amazing places to enjoy food, pints, and the company of friends, family, and peers. Whether it is a classic pub or a more upscale brewery, you are sure to find a space that is perfect for what you’re planning for. Browse through our amazing selection of pubs with private rooms and hire your favourite one today! Cheers!

FAQs about Pubs with Function Rooms in Melbourne

Which areas of Melbourne have the most unique pubs?

Always up to date with the latest trends, but still boasting its own distinctive vibe, Collingwood is packed full with hip pubs – and there are new ones popping up all the time! Artistic, independent and full of funky spots – Fitzroy is our favourite area of Melbourne to meet up over a nice cold pint. Boasting Victorian and Art Deco vibes, Windsor is the place to go if you’re searching for a pub with a hint of the old-world charm.

How much does it cost to hire a pub function room in Melbourne?

Many pubs in Melbourne offer all-inclusive function packages, with prices typically ranging between $25 and $60 per guest. Some others are simply priced with a minimum spend on food and/or drinks. These may differ a lot depending on the size of the party – the usual minimum spend for a pub function room in Melbourne is between $1000 and $3000 per evening. Happy planning! (All data from Tagvenue.com)

What are some of the best pubs with function rooms in Melbourne?

There are plenty of great options to choose from some of our favourites are:

Emerald Peacock – This is an open party space with jungle decor and a great rooftop view. This is perfect for larger celebrations!

La Di Da – The Champagne Lounge at La Di Da is a luxurious gastropub with an exquisite atmosphere and excellent location.

Aviary Hotel – The first-floor party space is a clean-looking, modern room to host a party. This intimate room is one of Melbourne’s best party venues.

Are pubs with function rooms affordable?

Pubs with function rooms are some of the best places to host a wide array of parties, and yes, they are quite affordable as well. Many of the spaces in Melbourne are hired on a minimum spend basis, which means there is no initial hire fee and your party will just have to spend a certain amount on food and drinks. You can expect to spend around $1000 - $3500 per session.