The Independent

In the heart of Gembrook, Victoria is The Independent wedding venue. The Independent opened its door back in 2014 and in 2018 received an award as one of Victoria’s top 100 restaurants. As a modern venue where contemporary meets classic, the platform remains reminiscent of its transformation from an old garage to its current classic appeal. It is features modern Argentinian cuisine while the retro-industrial interior décor was designed by award-winning Gordon & Henry Architecture. When you are looking for a rustic event with a modern touch, The Independent caters to all nationalities.

The Independent Gembrook is charming, with multiple photo opportunities throughout the venue.
● Private Dining Room is at the back of the building when you plan an intimate wedding with space of up to 27 seated guests and 30 standing—decorated to your choice, providing tables, chairs, table cloths, cutlery, plates and crystal glasses.
● Front Dining Room is for smaller weddings capable of catering for 16 seated guests, while you can extend to the front bar section to add another 19 installed and 35 standing guests. Formal, elegant and exclusive with dark wood tables complimented by white damask tableware, gleaming silverware and crystal glassware.
● Exclusive Use of The Independent offers you 125 seated guests and includes the entire venue, including the large courtyard. Decide on a formal or informal setting, and the wedding and events coordinator will work with you to finalize décor and seating. Bridal parties choose to combine the interior's elegance with informality outdoors with different seating and table setup.

● Wedding coordinator, photographer, videographer, DJ, live bands available
● Opportunity for a ceremony on the site
● Flexible beverage and meu packages
● Large courtyard
● A la carte trained floor and bar staff with restaurant ambience
● Vegans, gluten-free, and other menu options
● Design your Argentinian sharing menu
● Seated wedding packages containing seven courses
● Flexible price per head options
● Additional hours availability aside from 4 hours event time
● Time restriction of 1:00 AM
● Ample parking space on site

The Independent is an Argentinian restaurant that welcomes wedding parties with its flexible menu and space options. When a rustic and modern venue with a relaxed atmosphere and affordability are what you have in mind, get in contact to ensure availability.