Private dining experiences in Melbourne

December 31, 2023

Elevate your next business meeting or incentive visit to Melbourne with world-class chefs, creative kitchens, innovative cuisines, perfectly matched wines, and quirky venues. Take a look at some of Melbourne’s top notch, private dining experiences to make your Melbourne incentive visit unforgettable.

Eureka 89 – Dine in the clouds with view of Melbourne and beyond

Located at the very top of Melbourne Skydeck, the highest observation deck in the southern hemisphere, Eureka 89 restaurant offers curated tasting menus, unforgettable degustation dining or a bar experience.

MCG - experience a world class meal at one of Australia’s most iconic venues

Treat your incentive travellers to an enhanced culinary experience at the MCG in the Committee Room by Grossi. Enjoy an exceptional lunch menu curated by Chef Guy Grossi along with spectacular views towards the hallowed turf and iconic features depicting the MCG's long and proud history. MCG Events can cater to conferences, meetings, and corporate functions of various sizes overlooking the MCG arena, central business district or Yarra Park.

SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium – dine under water

Enjoy a private dinner with a difference, underwater at SEA LIFE Melbourne. In this unique experience by Showtime Event Group, you will be treated to an exclusive after-hours self-guided tour followed by a three-course dinner with drinks in your own exclusive private areas within the SEA LIFE Melbourne Aquarium Complex.

Donovans - soak up the coastal views

Consider booking a private dining room at Donovans, originally one of three bathing houses built in 1920 on the St Kilda foreshore. The private dining room can seat up to 26 individuals with floor to ceiling windows overlooking the bay and will no doubt make for a memorable event.

Gimlet - Old world glamour and modern dining

Located in Cavendish House, this beautiful 1920s venue landed a coveted spot on The World's 50 Best Restaurants' top 100 list in 2022. The exclusive dining room can cater for up to 12 guests and is the perfect spot to make lasting memories and take Instagram worthy clicks.

Victoria by Farmer's Daughters – the best of local produce celebrating paddock-to-plate

Take a culinary journey with Executive Chef Alejandro Saravia at Victoria by Farmer's Daughters at Federation Square. This popular restaurant offers an ever-changing menu that celebrates the produce, people and places of the state of Victoria. Designed to be more than a restaurant or bar, Victoria by Farmer’s Daughters presents a culinary experience like no other for business events. With multiple private dining options or the option for a whole venue hire, Victoria is perfectly designed for a range of dining and function experiences for corporate dinners, parties and launches.

Melbourne is brimming with many more similar exciting dining venues that can cater to groups of various sizes. Treat your incentive group with private dining experiences in Melbourne, perfect for bonding and creating lasting memories. 

Connect with the team at Melbourne Convention Bureau at [email protected] for more suggestions of ways to elevate your next business event.