Leonda By The Yarra
Leonda By The Yarra wedding venue is an establishment that is situated in a breathtaking and tranquil surrounding 4 km away from Melbourne CBD. Once you walk into this beautiful space, you...
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San Remo Ballroom
San Remo Ballroom (SRB) is has become Melbourne's most renowned Wedding Reception & Events Venue. Located in Carlton North, it's situated just 2 km from Melbourne CBD and within a 10 minute...
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Berth
Berth is one of the leading event venues in Melbourne. It has panoramic views of the Victoria Harbour as well as the Melbourne City Skyline. Berth gives you something extra that is ideal...
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AU79
AU79 is a café in the suburbs of Abbotsford that also doubles as a function venue. Before the café was established, the building used to serve as a mechanics warehouse. It is one of the...
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Rupert on Rupert
Rupert on Rupert is an urban venue situated in one of the most vibrant districts in Melbourne. This venue was opened in 2015, where it brought in a new concept to the hospitality industry...
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The Point Albert Park
Surrounded by the scenic surroundings of the Albert Park, The Point is one of the best restaurants in Melbourne. You can enjoy uninterrupted views of the Melbourne skyline, lakes, and...
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Little Blue St Kilda Pier
Little Blue - St Kilda Pier is an iconic restaurant located in St Kilda Pier, Pier Road, Victoria. It features impressive architectural style and is unique because of the building's water...
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Eureka 89
Eureka 89 is an event location in Central Melbourne that is erected 300 meters above sea level. It is conveniently established at the heart of Melbourne on the banks of Yarra River with...
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Harbour Kitchen
Harbour Kitchen is at Waterfront side, Ground floor, Bourke Street, Docklands Australia. Harbour Kitchen offers couples engagement parties, wedding ceremonies, rehearsal dinners, receptions...
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National Gallery of Victoria
The National Gallery of Victoria is a grand heritage wedding venue in Melbourne. The platform is made up of a modern restaurant space that looks over expansive gardens. The wedding space is...
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Arco Restaurant
Arco Restaurant is situated at a classy business centre in Dandenong South, 30 km away from Melbourne CBD. Arco Restaurant is set up in a peaceful location that looks over a serene lake and...
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Werribee Open Range Zoo
Werribee Open Range Zoo is situated a half-hour away from Melbourne’s CBD. The venue is established in a 200-hectare property that pays homage to many animals from Asia, Africa, Australia,...
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Sebastian Beach Grill and Bar
Shellys Beach Pavillion offers a spectacular events experience that will deliver unique and incredible results. This team at this venue works hand in hand with couples to deliver a magical...
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The Fancy Parrot
The fancy Parrot located on Ascot Vale is one of the boutique event spaces that are located in the inner city of Melbourne. It is a chic modern restaurant&bar for persons looking for a...
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Sails on the Bay
Sails on the bay is a beachfront events venue that offers uninterrupted views across Port Phillip Bay. The venue is conveniently situated at a short distance from Melbourne and just minutes...
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The Grand Hotel Warrandyte
For more than 100 years, the Grand Hotel Warrandyte has overcome the tests of time to become one of the most glamorous wedding venues in Melbourne. At this venue, you will have everything...
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Aerial by Food & Desire
Situated in South Wharf at the very heart of Melbourne City, Aerial is an easily accessible venue for all kinds of events ranging from weddings, conferences, corporate dinners, gala events,...
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Friends Of Mine
Friends of Mine wedding venue is a perfect destination on Swan Street Richmond with a perfect blend of caffeine and breakfast choices. It's a local cafe with an excellent ambience to hang...
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Tazio
The largest Italian restaurant in Melbourne, Tazio is known for its casual dining experience, authentic Italian cuisine, and for hosting many weddings and events in an intimate setting. As...
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The French Brasserie
The French Brasserie is a chic French restaurant situated at the very end of Melbourne town, where you will be welcomed to a modern atmosphere filled with friendly staff, exemplary...
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The Baths
The Baths is a contemporary Australian restaurant situated in Melbourne. Perfectly positioned on the Sorrento Front Beach, this wedding venue offers stunning views, and it is the ideal...
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Atomic Bar
The Atomic Bar is a legacy venue in the centre of Williamstown's – the seaside cafe – an ideal space for your special day! It is the distinctive hosting venue for wedding and cocktail...
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Beach 162
This distinctively Mediterranean restaurant is also quintessentially Australian. Beach 162, or the old nursery, as it is called among locals, is considered charming and alluring, primarily...
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Crown Melbourne
Crown Melbourne offers the perfect spot for a luxurious and modern wedding venue. It combines both a natural surrounding and a city view with the Yarra River flowing next to the location....
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Pier Port Melbourne
Pier Port Melbourne is a function venue situated at the edge of St Port bay in Melbourne. This perfect function venue is just a few meters away from the water’s edge. It makes for the ideal...
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Stillwater at Crittenden
Situated at the foothill of red Hill in the Crittenden Estate, Stillwater is a contemporary restaurant. It is located in a vineyard that offers a beautiful backdrop of the best seasonal...
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The Boatbuilders Yard
The Boatbuilders Yard is a waterfront bar and café which boasts of amazing views of Melbourne city and the Yarra River. Located at South Wharf, the venue preserves the elegance of the...
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The Bay Mordialloc
The Bay Mordialloc is an oceanview restaurant&bar in Melbourne that is situated at Port Phillip’s edge. It has easy accessibility, with it being just 30 minutes away from Melbourne’s CBD....
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Town Hall Hotel Fitzroy
Situated in the iconic Fitzroy suburbs, Town Hall Hotel is a historic and boutique hotel that was constructed in 1868. Even with its standard features, the venue remains stylish and...
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Epocha
Epocha is a function space and restaurant situated at the beautiful Victorian terrace just a few meters away from Melbourne CBD. It looks over the stunning Carlton Gardens, and its...
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Greenfields Albert Park
Greenfields Albert Park is located just 3 km from Melbourne’s CBD, walking distance from some of Melbourne’s leading hotels and restaurants, with local accommodation available around the...
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Vue De Monde
Vue De Monde is a fine dining restaurant in Melbourne. For more than 20 years, this beautiful venue has helped the people of Melbourne find success in every function and event they hold....
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Waterfront Station Pier
Waterfront Station Pier is a quiet and romantic reception center used for weddings, birthdays and anniversaries, and formal and informal dinners. It is one of Melbourne's premier waterfront...
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The Stables of Como
The Stables of Como is a 5-acres estate which is one of the hidden treasures of Melbourne, South Yarra. The Como House and its gardens perfectly blend traditional and modern to bring out an...
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Bluestone Restaurant Bar
Bluestone Restaurant Bar is one of Launceston’s top contemporary restaurants and wedding venue destinations. It offers diversity with a menu that includes modern Australian cuisine that has...
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Amarillo Fitzroy
Amarillo is a cosy restaurant snuggled in the centre of Victoria. For couples dreaming of tying the knot in an intimate setting with their closest friends and family members, it is the...
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Alfred Place by Rockpool Events
The Alfred Place by Rockpool Events is located at 7 Alfred Place, Melbourne, Victoria. The venue is a magnificent, two-story multi-venue dining and entertainment hotspot. It is a heritage...
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Waterfront on the Pier
Waterfront on the Pier is a distinguished venue spot located in Melbourne. Its waterfront location makes this space ideal for weddings due to the captivating views of the beach and wavy...
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The Baths Middle Brighton
The Baths Middle Brighton is a bayside premier bar&restaurant in Melbourne. It is perfectly situated at the Brighton Beachfront with incredible views of Melbourne city and Port Phillip Bay....
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Pier Farm
Pier farm is a seaside dining space that also acts as a function venue. It is situated in Williamstown, which is just 13 KMs away from the CBD, and it offers a dedicated set of services to...
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Add your VendorWhy You Should Consider Having a Restaurant Wedding in Melbourne
If you plan to have a restaurant wedding in Melbourne, you should consider having one because there are so many benefits that come with this kind of wedding. The following are some of the benefits that come with having a restaurant wedding:
1. Save Money – If you decide to have a restaurant wedding, you will be able to save more than if you were to have a traditional wedding. There are various ways to save money when it comes to having a restaurant wedding. For example, you can ask for discounts on food and drinks. Also, you won't have to rent furniture since these intimate wedding venues come packed with everything you'll need.
2. Have Fun With Your Guests – Some people think that having a restaurant wedding means that they cannot enjoy themselves. However, this is not true since you can still have fun even though you are holding an event at a restaurant. You just need to make sure that the food is tasty and that you have a great time with your guests.
3. Enjoy Quality Food – Another benefit of having a restaurant wedding is that you can be sure that the food will be excellent since it's their job. You won't need to hire a separate wedding caterer. Your wedding guests will surely leave happy and full!
4. No Stress – If you are stressed out about how you will organize your wedding day, you should not worry. All you need to do is go ahead and have a restaurant wedding. These wedding reception venues offer everything you could possibly need, from dedicated wedding planners and contracted wedding vendors to a picturesque backdrop and an excellent menu prepared according to your dietary requirements.
5. Easy Clean-Up – Having a restaurant wedding does not mean that you have to clean up after yourself. Instead, you can leave the cleaning up to your intimate venue.
6. Easy Transportation – If you are thinking about getting married somewhere outside of Melbourne, you should know that transportation will not be a problem. This is because most restaurants offer free transport service.
7. More Privacy– If you want privacy during your wedding, you might want to consider having a restaurant wedding. You can easily create a private, intimate space within the restaurant so that you and your family members can enjoy their meals without being disturbed.
8. No Worries About Parking – If you are planning to have a wedding in an award-winning restaurant, you don't be concerned about finding spots for cars since these affordable wedding venues with stunning views have their own parking lots.
When Should You Book Your Restaurant Wedding Venue in Melbourne?
If you are planning your special day in one of the stunning Melbourne wedding venues, you should book your perfect location at least six months before the date of the event. This gives you enough time to plan everything out and make sure everything goes smoothly.
It also allows you to get a good deal and find many cheap wedding venues. The sooner you book your venue, the better deals you can get. Start with determining your wedding budget and guest list, and you can handle the rest easily and quickly!
Questions To Ask Restaurant Wedding Venues in Melbourne
As with all other wedding vendors, it's important to ask the right questions when searching for the perfect wedding venue. You can ensure it's a good fit for you and your partner by asking a few questions. Prior to booking the perfect setting, here are the top 13 questions to ask:
- What makes you the perfect venue for us?
- How many people can the venue accommodate? Do you offer multiple wedding spaces?
- Can we have our wedding ceremony here as well? Which rooms are licensed?
- Which features (floor to ceiling windows, a beautiful garden for a cocktail party, the concrete floor, glass windows, white brick walls, dance floor, vintage furniture etc.) does the venue offer?
- What scenery (Melbourne city views, waterfront views etc.) does the venue have?
- Is there a dedicated room for the bridal party and the couple to get ready?
- Do you offer an all-inclusive wedding package? Which services are included?
- Is the venue close to public transport and Melbourne CBD?
- Which wedding styles (plated-meal, cocktail style, buffet etc.) do you cater to?
- Are there any decor restrictions? For example, can we have a rustic wedding here?
- How much is the deposit?
- Can we pay in instalments?
- What's the venue's policy on cancellations?
Should We Consider Any Restaurant Wedding Venues Near Melbourne?
If you’re considering extending your search to nearby Victoria wedding venues with impeccable service, panoramic views and contemporary spaces, the following locations may be worth a browse: