VENUES

THE PROVINCIAL HOTEL

Located only minutes from the heart of the city and taking pride of place at the junction of Brunswick and Johnston Streets, the Provincial Hotel is a true Fitzroy icon. This unique Melbourne establishment has an eclectic ambience and character that is reminiscent of the bars and cafes found in the streets of Europe. Featuring a rustic courtyard area, lounge bar and elegant private function room which can cater for up to 140 guests for a sit-down function. Winning the AHA’s Best Metropolitan Café/Restaurant for three consecutive years is testament to the excellent quality of rustic French / Italian style food served at the Provincial. The Provincial bar has also just launched its new cocktail menu featuring $10 cocktails all day everyday!

THE GEEBUNG POLO CLUB

Established in 1888, The Geebung Polo Club has long been regarded as one of Melbourne’s leading venues. Located over three levels it is characterised by its ornate Victorian décor, comfortable and spacious beer garden and private function rooms. The Geebung has recently undergone an extensive renovation and it now features 20 beers on tap and updated function facilities. This multi award winning venue has established a worthy reputation for the quality of its food and service and will easily satisfy the most discerning customer.

THE EXCHANGE HOTEL

Situated 100 metres from Port Melbourne beach on the corner of Bay and Rouse Street and built in the mid 1850’s, the Exchange Hotel is one of the areas oldest. Fully renovated in 2006 the Exchange has left behind its old namesake, ‘Molly Blooms’ and established itself as an award winning gastro pub south of the city. With an established reputation for exceptional customer service and innovative pub dining, the Exchange can cater for an intimate dinner in their dining room or a large function in their exclusive upstairs function space. The Exchange Hotel is a true modern day local.

JAMES SQUIRE BREWHOUSE @ THE PORTLAND HOTEL

One of Melbourne's most historic hotels The Portland Hotel, incorporating the James Squire Brewhouse and Portland Lane Café, offers a unique hospitality experience. The Portland Lane Cafe offers modern casual dining in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. The James Squire Brewhouse showcases handcrafted ales brewed both on site and at the Malt Shovel Brewery (Australasian Brewery of the Year 2000/2003).

COLLEGE LAWN HOTEL

Built in the late 1800's, the College Lawn boasts a wonderful down to earth local vibe. Featuring a lounge bar, restaurant, public bar, bottle shop, two sun drenched courtyards and backpacker style accommodation, the College Lawn has something for everyone. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner Monday to Friday and all day over the weekend. Excellent daily specials are on offer including Monday locals’ night and Tuesday steak nights. A wide range of functions can also be easily catered for. Sport lovers are well looked after at the College Lawn and it is 'the' only pub in Melbourne to watch the rugby union.

THE MENTONE HOTEL

The Mentone Hotel situated on the waters edge of Port Phillip is one of the Bay’s great historical landmarks. With a focus on fresh produce prepared daily on the premises the venues bistro has a reputation as a great place to dine with friends or family. The hotel also features live entertainment, function rooms and a well stocked drive through bottle shop. The Mentone is an ideal location for a broad range of social events from 21st birthdays to informal wedding receptions. The upstairs Edgy Bar caters for our younger patrons and Wednesday nights at the Edgy is Melbourne’s biggest night. A wide range of entertainment can be enjoyed and our resident DJ’s know how to get the party started!

PERSEVERANCE

A Fitzroy institution, the Perseverance Hotel has been trading as a licensed venue for over 100 years. Whilst the pub might be one of the oldest in the area, it is by no means a relic of the past – popular with patrons for dinner and drinks in the early evening. On Friday and Saturday nights, the Perseverance’s biggest nights, the venue transforms itself into a hot local night spot with resident DJ’s and live entertainment to turn up the party atmosphere.

IMPERIAL HOTEL - SOUTH YARRA

Located in the heart of Melbourne’s fashionable Chapel Street in South Yarra, the Imperial is the perfect pit-stop for Melbourne’s’ fashionista’s and people watchers alike to relax and unwind in the cocktail lounge in the afternoon or glitz it up after dark with resident DJ’s entertaining until the early hours. The Imperial offers two popular function spaces; downstairs in the Sunset Room or in the upstairs function space which caters exclusively for private parties. Watch the world go by from our street seating whilst sipping a cocktail from our extensive cocktail menu.

STAR BAR

Located on Clarendon Street, South Melbourne, the Star is one of Melbourne's premier entertainment venues playing host to top local and international DJ acts, along with great live music each Saturday and Sunday night. With a fantastic contemporary rooftop terrace, the Star can host a range of events for up to 400 guests any night of the week. Be sure to browse the venue website regularly to catch up on all the latest entertainment, special events, and weekly promotions.

THE GOLDEN GATE HOTEL

Situated in the heart of South Melbourne on the corner of Clarendon and Coventry Streets, the Golden Gate Hotel has recently been extensively refurbished and this once traditional pub has been reinterpreted as both a classic and contemporary design space. The Golden Gate offers a fantastic taste plate food offer in stylish surrounds with ambient music and a great range of wines and beer. It is the perfect place to gather with friends. The venue also has 4 distinct function areas, differing in design, size and style, to suit any occasion and with a wide range of food and beverage packages on offer, we guarantee to meet your function needs.

THE HAWTHORN HOTEL

Located in Hawthorns Swinburne University precinct, it is no surprise that by day the Hawthorn Hotel is a favourite spot for the local student population. Winning the Australian Hotels Association award for Best Outdoors Drinking & Dining Facility in 2007, the sun drenched outdoor deck complete with barbeque area is the ideal place to spend a sunny afternoon or book it out for a private function. Popular for lunch and dinner the Hawthorn serves up wholesome pub meals with an interesting twist on some classics. By night the venue transforms itself into a hub for live music and entertainment, playing host to some of Melbourne’s top cover bands. Great student discounts available.

IMPERIAL HOTEL - BOURKE STREET

The Imperial Hotel located a stones throw from historic Parliament House and Melbourne’s theatre precinct is renowned as a meeting place for local politicians, theatre goers and the city’s business community. With a long standing reputation for good food, cold beer and welcoming hospitality, the Imperial offers a congenial atmosphere for a relaxing and informal lunch, dinner or a function for up to 150 guests. The Imperial Hotel is the ideal spot to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the CBD or to enjoy a pre-theatre drink.

THE LIMERICK ARMS HOTEL

A true local, the Limerick Hotel on Clarendon Street, South Melbourne is open for lunch and dinner seven days a week. Boasting an inviting open fireplace to keep you warm in those chilly winter months the Limerick is the ideal venue in which to watch your favourite sporting event or to enjoy an after work drink, choosing from the extensive beer and wine list. With an upstairs function room, enjoy your next special event at the Limerick Arms Hotel.

CASEY'S NIGHTCLUB

Renowned for its club nights, Caseys in Hawthorn attracts a young crowd who come from far and wide to enjoy the party atmosphere. The club also offers a range of function spaces for large events and we are always keen to hear from promoters.

THE STATION HOTEL

The Station Hotel located on trendy Greville Street; Prahran is a long standing Prahran establishment providing the perfect spot for a hearty lunch and a beer on the veranda or for watching that must see football game on the big screen. The mood is both relaxed and contemporary with comfortable couches and open fireplaces making it the perfect backdrop to enjoy the company of friends. The venue has two indoor spaces exclusively for functions or alternatively the outside veranda or courtyard can utilised as a unique event space. The pub is soon to be renovated and will reflect the funky vibe of Greville Street.

THE LOCAL

Located beachside Port Melbourne; The Local lives up to its name with its warm, friendly and down to earth atmosphere. A traditional English pub, The Local offers value for money meals, live music and entertainment, function rooms, live sport, pool tables, drink specials and a fantastic location on the Bay.

THE TERRACE BAR & BRASSERIE

The Terrace Bar & Brasserie is Sydney International Airports only landside bar and brasserie with a fantastic indoor and outdoor area both of which merge to create an open, airy space. The contemporary style bar offers a modern Australian menu, using only quality ingredients sourced locally with an extensive breakfast menu and dedicated coffee station. With 12 beers on tap and a large selection of wines by the glass, there's a thirst quencher for everyone.

TAP HOUSE

The Tap House at Terminal 2, at Sydney Domestic Airport is ideally located at the gateway to a number of domestic and regional airlines. The Tap House has set a new benchmark for airport venues, serving the only tap beer in Terminal Two, with a range of 12 local and imported beers on draught to choose from, in addition to a huge selection of bottled beer, cocktails and spirits. The Tap House also offers an extensive wine list with an emphasis on showcasing Australian varieties, with 16 wines available by the glass. A notable feature of the Tap House is the Wine Store, which stocks a great range of bottled wine, scotch, cognac and other spirits for visitors to take away.