Two guests holding coupe glasses with contrasting cocktails during a social occasion Cocktail event setup with tall white tables and floral arrangements beside floor-to-ceiling windows Shared dining spread with scallops, grilled meat, greens and a fried zucchini flower

YOUR OCCASION STARTS HERE

Social & private dining

Good celebrations deserve a setting to match. From intimate private dining and milestone dinners to cocktail parties and social events, discover city view spaces in the heart of Melbourne CBD, with tailored menus and a dedicated team to take care of the details.

What we host

Celebrate your way

Celebrations & milestones

For the birthdays that deserve more than dinner, anniversaries worth dressing up for and all the moments that call for something more. Gather your favourite people over great food and drinks, with Melbourne views setting the scene.

Long lunches & dinners

Clear the afternoon. From long lunches that roll into drinks to private dinners built around the table, settle in with menus from Blacksmith Bar & Grill, premium pours and nowhere else you need to be.

Cocktail parties

Drinks poured, music on, Melbourne as your backdrop. Take your cocktail party above the buzz of the CBD with city views, tailored food and drinks, and space to mingle well into the evening.

Festive season

Christmas and end-of-year parties

Give the year a proper send off. From Christmas lunches and team dinners to cocktail parties above the city, bring everyone together over tailored festive menus and flowing drinks overlooking Melbourne views. With flexible event spaces and the details taken care of, all that’s left to do is raise a glass and get on with the celebrating.

A Christmas table set with candles, crackers and a red runner
A private dining room set for a group, with windows over the Melbourne skyline
Our spaces

Find your perfect space

Whether it’s a birthday, an intimate gathering or a big milestone worth celebrating, find a space made for the occasion. Take it outdoors on our Rooftop Terrace, host something more intimate in Blacksmith Bar & Grill’s private rooms, or opt for an exclusive restaurant buyout surrounded by 180-degree Melbourne city views and soaring seven-metre ceilings. With tailored menus and flexible options for groups big or small, every celebration gets a setting to match.

Catering

Gather, drink & feast

Plenty to choose from, and nothing ordinary on the menu. Explore an extensive selection of premium food from Blacksmith Bar & Grill, with high quality ingredients and menus to suit everything from intimate dinners and long lunches to cocktail parties and larger celebrations. Pair it with a drinks package to match, with options spanning wine, beer, spirits and cocktails to keep the glasses topped up.

Guests sharing plates of steak, seafood and vegetables over wine

The voco difference

Why host with us?

Tailored events

Your occasion, your way. From intimate private dinners to cocktail celebrations and milestone moments, we’ll tailor the space, setup and menu around how you want to celebrate.

Good to know

Social & private dining FAQs

How many guests can you host for private event?

Our Blacksmith Restaurant is available for exclusive use of up to 280 people, inclusive of the Rooftop Terrace for a canape reception.

Minimum spend requirements may apply depending on the event size, date and preferred space requested. Our events team will provide a tailored proposal.

Yes. Event spaces and guest rooms can be booked together for added convenience. Simply mention in your enquiry that you’d like to include accommodation as well, and our Events Team will be able to provide a bespoke quotation.

Yes. Simply choose the menu package that suits your event, then select your preferred menu items from the options available within that package. You can also add canapé packages and/or choose from a variety of grazing tables for something extra.

 

Not planning a seated, plated meal? Keep things a little more relaxed and social with just the canapé packages and a selection of grazing tables.

 

For drinks, choose from three beverage packages, The Finch, The Owl or The Flamingo, available for two to five hours. Alternatively, beverages can be charged on consumption.

We recommend booking as early as possible, particularly for larger events and festive periods, to secure your preferred date and space.

Ready to start planning?

Tell us about your special occasion and we will handle the rest.