All Smiles Sorrento Ocean Beach
All Smiles Sorrento Ocean Beach wedding venue is a spectacular beachfront wedding location situated just 60 minutes from Melbourne. It is located in a magical waterfront setting that looks...
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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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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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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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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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Panama Dining Room and Bar
Panama Dining Room and Bar is a chic, modern industrial warehouse wedding venue nestled in the heart of Melbourne’s Fitzroy. It boasts stunning floor-to-ceiling arched windows, spectacular...
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Temperance Hotel
Unlike its name, Temperance Hotel is originally a restaurant&bar offering contemporary and fun weddings. It is situated on Chapel Street in South Yarra and the accessibility is not the only...
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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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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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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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The Manningham Hotel
The Manningham hotel is nestled away in the Eastern Suburbs and a 10-minute drive away from Melbourne’s CBD. The venue is quite remarkable and can easily be distinguished from other nearby...
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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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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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Cotham Dining
Cotham Dining is a beautiful wedding venue/restaurant located in the inner suburb of Kew in Melbourne. The menu at the restaurant is an eclectic combination of flavours inspired by the...
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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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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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Plaza Ballroom
The Plaza Ballroom is a wedding venue that is considered one of the most historic venues situated in Collins Street. This wedding venue can host any event, including weddings, special...
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The Park
The Park is a wedding venue located just ten minutes away from Melbourne. Tucked away in Albert Park with several picturesque locations such as a spectacular waterside, the exquisite...
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Matrioshka Restaurant Reception
In Dandenong Road, Carnegie, Victoria, Matrioshka Restaurant Reception locates as a fantastic Russian restaurant. It was established in 1982, and till now, it’s considered the oldest...
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Hophaus Euro Bar Bistro
Situated above the Yarra River, Hophaus Euro Bar Bistro wedding venue is a charming event venue at Southbank. It's more like a fusion of dining and European bier. The venue offers...
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The Heide Cafe
The Heide Café offers a unique event experience in a beautiful setting. The Heide Café is situated across the Heide Museum of Modern Art and only 20 minutes away from Melbourne’s CBD. The...
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Sofitel Melbourne On Collins
Sofitel Melbourne On Collins is located at the prestigious Paris end of Collins Street, just moments away from the iconic Melbourne Cricket Ground. Whether you’re planning an intimate...
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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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The Views
The Views is a beachfront event venue in Port Melbourne that is 20 minutes away from Melbourne’s CBD. It offers ample natural light through the tall floor to ceiling windows. These overlook...
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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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Scugnizzo Ristorante
Scugnizzo Ristorante is an Italian restaurant in Melbourne that is situated on Bourke Street. This restaurant was opened by an Italian couple in 2006, who sought to introduce the rich...
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Mr Mason
At the very heart of Melbourne, Mr Mason comes with a genuinely unique French-inspired function venue that can be used to host weddings, corporate functions, meetings, and more. Mr Mason...
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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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Renzo's Bar
Renzo’s Bar is a venue hire at the Docklands that can be used for an engagement party and birthday party. It is in Newquay with stunning views of the city and the harbour. Renzo's Bar...
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Sophia at The Prahran Arcade
Located in Melbourne's Prahran Arcade, Sophia at The Prahran Arcade is a historic and beautiful wedding venue. Wedding couples can host their dream wedding at this elegant venue in an...
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Postmaster Hotel
Postmaster Hotel is a wedding venue in Melbourne that is situated just 15 minutes away from the CBD. This venue was formerly known as QPO Restaurant Bar Events. The historic building comes...
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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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Aunty Kim's
This beautiful space has been newly renovated features beautifully exposed walls and chandeliers. It is there for the ones who are very keen (we sure are!) to celebrate all the milestones,...
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Metropolis Events
The weddings held at Metropolis Events are exceptional. Your wedding ceremony will be beyond excellent with its outstanding cuisine, stunning settings, unmatched views of the city, and...
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All Smiles Melbourne Waterfront
All Smiles Melbourne Waterfront is a destination that looks over the Victoria Harbor. It is a spectacular venue with modern architectural features and high ceilings to offer adequate space...
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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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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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True South
At the True South, you can have a modern, industrial wedding in the Melbourne suburb of Black Rock. The venue perfectly suits weddings and other functions. With the magical views of Port...
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Ichi Ni Nana Weddings and Events
Inspired by Modern Australian, Japanese & South East Asian cuisine, Ichi Group offers unique spaces across three levels, perfect for weddings. Hotel Fitzroy seamlessly blends historical...
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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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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: