[FM's] Best 10 Eastern Suburbs Function Venues

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Planning a Function in the East of Melbourne and looking for venues, halls or rooms to hire? [FM’S] Editors have been busy compiling a list of great places & secret spaces. Many you will never have thought of!

Are you looking for a one of a kind setting that’s a little rare or special? Check out [FM’S] list of truly Unique Spaces Melbourne.

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Functions in Melbourne's Eastern Suburbs

QPO Restaurant & Events Kew

Ideally located just up from the Junction, and only 15 minutes from the CBD. This restaurant offers friendly service and great modern meals including breakfast daily until 5pm. QPO is noted for its function facilities, offering 2 great rooms for that special celebration, corporate launch or training session. If you prefer al fresco dining, it is available outside the main entrance of QPO.

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All Smiles - Eastern Suburbs Cocktail Style Venue Ringwood East

Starting out as a hip café All Smiles Ringwood East has evolved into a super modern, exciting function venue that is ideal for any celebration. Providing a great party atmosphere, birthdays and engagements are ever popular.

At All Smiles Ringwood East we aim to provide a fabulous environment for you, your closest friends and family to enjoy incredible food, an amazing venue and outstanding service. The perfect place for a birthday party, Christmas party or engagement celebration.

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It’s 12 O’clock Somewhere - Bar Restaurant and Deck Space Warrandyte

Handcrafted is the keyword at ‘It’s Twelve O’clock Somewhere’, Warrandyte’s answer to the ‘local’ that specialises in an ever-changing list of sixteen handcrafted beers and local wines on tap and they’re also available by the glass and bottle.

A great list of casual offerings from modern ‘shared plate’ entrees, to wood-fired gourmet pizzas and mains straight from the giant New Orleans smoker, are all served right across the day and night.

Outdoors ‘The Deck’ is the perfect place to take it all in, or indoors there’s a large space with a casual feel, great for small gatherings or larger groups.

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Deco Cafe Restaurant - East Suburbs Small Function Room for Hire Hawthorn East

Located near the Camberwell Junction and opposite world renowned Rivoli cinemas, Deco is open for breakfast, lunch and dinner 7 days a week.

Our kitchen is open from 9am til late, every day for dine in or take away. You’re welcome to drop in for a drink, a bite to eat, or a late night pizza. With no bookings required, please call in any time of the day.

Upstairs @ Deco is a private and intimate dining space with seating for up to 36 guests. A blank canvas with the beautiful Rivoli as a back drop, Upstairs @Deco is the ideal space for your next celebration, where we’ll ensure your friends, family and colleagues are treated well.

We aim to provide you with a wide selection of homemade menu options. Be it finger food and cocktails to a four course sit down dinner we can do it. With our team of highly qualified chefs we can also tailor menus for you if you don’t see anything that tickles your fancy.

We can cater for dietary requirements with prior notice.

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Fiorelli Restaurant Bar Cafe - Eastern Suburbs Venue Hire Hawthorn East

Located at 209 Camberwell Road opposite the Rivoli theatre and just metres from the camberwell junction. Fiorelli has been operating since 1991. The philosophy at Fiorelli is simple - great food and excellent service in a relaxed and friendly environment.

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Brindley Street Bar & Kitchen - Team Building Activities Dandenong South

Brindley St Bar’s event space promises a unique setting for a range of celebrations from birthdays & corporate events to product launches.

Invite your friends and family to mingle at your next social event and treat them to a one of a kind experience in one of the South East’s best hidden venues. With a highly skilled team behind the scenes, we’re able to create and execute any event your imagination might dream up.

 Located in the South East corridor just off the Eastlink, Brindley St Bar’s event space is a highly versatile venue. Designed to bring the feel of a cool Melbourne CBD bar to Dandenong South, the interior layout combines grace, openness and vibrancy, with an intimate corner area, modern furnishing, an awesome sound system.  

For dining, coffee & relaxing or for a big celebration, Brindley St Bar allows has the versatility to cater for your needs. A spacious indoor area with a marble bench top bar outclasses every bar in the South East surrounding suburbs, not to mention an outdoor terrace area with standing room and setting, perfect for ripper Summer nights. Brindley St Bar can guarantee your epic event will have plenty of social space for an indoor or outdoor party.  

Match your function to one of Brindley St Bar’s numerous indoor or outdoor seating options and enjoy amazing drinks and entertainment while you let Brindley St Bar’s charming staff take care of you and your guests. Any night of the week, for any kind of function.

• 550 patron capacity
• Indoor bar
• Outdoor terrace area
• Dance floor area
• Outdoor smoking permitted
• State of the art synthetic football pitches
• Changing rooms
• Disabled access

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Old Cheese Factory Berwick

Originally part of the historic Springfield Estate, the Old Cheese Factory allows visitors to step back in time and explore the historic buildings, including the Homestead Café, venue host for weddings and family functions, or enjoy the beautifully-landscaped gardens, large children’s playground and barbecue/picnic facilities.

The majestic Old Cheese Factory, featuring the 1860s historic Springfield Homestead, Cheese Factory and Kitchen Wash House, stands as a tall reminder of Australia’s early history.

The Homestead Café is a great place for scrumptious lunch, homemade scones, coffee or High Tea with family and friends, a work meeting or to celebrate a special occasion, baby shower or wedding reception. Within the Café and gardens, a number of venues are available to suit a range of purposes. The Café stocks many quality gifts, home wares and plants which are also available for purchase.

The Old Cheese Factory has a variety of rooms and areas for birthday parties, Christmas functions, conferences or that special occasion are available, ranging in size from 10 to 150. All rooms are located within the grounds and surrounded by gardens, easy access to playgrounds, barbecues and toilets.

The venue offers a variety of ways to celebrate your wedding. Our various packages offer flexibility and can suit your requirements ranging from the most intimate of gatherings for 20 guests, to an elaborate celebration of 400 people. You can select a Homestead catered wedding package or one of our self-planned wedding options, allowing you maximum flexibility to customise and coordinate your special day.

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NineteenForty Hawthorn East

Nineteenforty pays homage to the heritage-listed venue opening back on October 11, 1940. Perched above Rivoli Village Cinemas, it boasts a garden inspired fit-out with lighting, succulent potted plants and timber cladding. A stylish Art Deco Rooftop Bar offering panoramic views of Camberwell and Hawthorn.

The space is perfect for cocktail events, product launches, conferences, birthday parties, engagement parties or wedding receptions. You can even use the bar after your private screening at Village Cinemas Rivoli to network with your clients.

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Village Cinemas Doncaster Doncaster

Village Cinemas is the perfect destination for your next special occasion or corporate event.

Impress your friends, staff or clients with the ultimate event, hosted by Village Cinemas. We take care of the planning and execution, whilst you can relax and know that we have the entertainment covered.

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Rococo - Full Venue Hire & Group Bookings Hawthorn

Located just a short stroll away from Glenferrie Road’s shopping district our Hawthorn restaurant boasts all the rococo menu favourites.

Sit at the bar or at a private table inside, alternatively dine alfresco soaking up all the Glenferrie Road atmosphere. The fabulous light filled space is perfect for any occasion.

Open 7 days a week from 7:30am, start your day off with breakfast, enjoy a fresh juice, coffee from Vittoria’s rain forrest aligned ‘organic’ blend or pop in for an express lunch. Our kitchen is open all day so feel free to sit and graze all you like – we recommend working your way through our selection of Antipasti ‘tastes’ menu. In the evening the mood is set with a candle lit ambience and dinner is in an intimate environment, we cater for individuals up to large groups.

The venue is easily accessible with parking situated all along Glenferrie Road as well as in the side streets.

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Village Cinemas Century City Glen Waverley

Village Cinemas is the perfect destination for your next special occasion or corporate event.

Impress your friends, staff or clients with the ultimate event, hosted by Village Cinemas. We take care of the planning and execution, whilst you can relax and know that we have the entertainment covered.

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B4 Food & Wine Bar Clayton

B4 Food and Wine Bar is the ideal setting to host your next special occasion. Whether you are celebrating an engagement, birthday, or anniversary, B4 has the flexibility to accommodate a range of celebrations.

B4 is a modern setting with polished concrete floors, full sound system, plasma tv's, bar and lounge area with an outdoor courtyard which can accommodate a wide variety of special occasions.

We are located in a modern corporate development so you have complete privacy, ample parking and no noise restrictions and are minutes away from the Monash freeway.

Relax and enjoy our quality food, range of beers and unique wines while celebrating with your guests.

Available for exclusive use on weeknights and weekend days and evenings.

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Ballara Receptions - Garden & Lakeside Wedding Venue Eltham

Ballara is a gracious Victorian Estate nestled on 3 acres of English gardens, with it’s own picturesque lake, weeping willows and family of ducks – the perfect setting for a wedding venue in Melbourne.

Discover why Ballara is the perfect place for your perfect day.

- Set in the foothills of the Yarra Valley
- Family business established in 1987
- Exclusively yours for your celebration
- Authentic wedding chapel or manicured English gardens to hold your ceremony
- Picturesque lake with jetty, gazebo and water fountain
- Lush gardens with weeping willows, waterfall, lakeside swing & LOVE letters
- By night be mesmerised by thousands of fairy lights
- Elegant chandelier lit ballroom with large parquetry dance floor seating 60-160 guests
- Exquisite cuisine and exceptional service

We welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss your wedding plans and ideas. Contact us to organise an appointment and see why you should choose Ballara Receptions for your special day. Our venue is open 7 days a week and would be delighted to show you everything Ballara has to offer.

CEREMONIES

With its elegant chapel and lakeside gazebo, Ballara offers the choice of two exquisite backdrops for exchanging your vows.

Each option has its unique charms: from the stunning high-beamed ceiling of the chapel, in keeping with the heritage of this Victorian estate, through to the timeless tranquility of lake, set amongst beautifully manicured English gardens. The ceremony marks the very moment when the first day of the rest of your lives together begins, and both backdrops provide truly memorable starting points for that journey.

Whichever option you choose, you can rest assured that our team will be on hand to provide help with every step of planning your ceremony. Your function manager will be there to assist with coordination of your celebrant, photographer and music. Ballara is exclusively yours on the day, for anything from 60 to 160 guests.

When the ceremony is over comes the opportunity to take full advantage of everything Ballara has to offer for your wedding photos. From magical shots in the fairy light garden, through to unforgettable images set against the waterfall or rose arbours to name just a few, we have everything you need on-site.

WEDDING PACKAGES

We are the experts in helping you to bring everything together seamlessly. Think of your function manager as your personal assistant, advisor and co-ordinator all rolled into one; taking care of everything to ensure the run-up is stress-free and the day itself is just as you imagined it.

You can choose from the most versatile wedding packages in Melbourne and create something unique. From bands to bonbonniere, photographers to florists; if you so desire we can recommend some of Victoria’s finest wedding industry suppliers. Mix and match with people you’ve sourced personally – or simply use all of our wedding suppliers to ensure everything goes without a hitch

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Village Cinemas Knox Wantirna South

Village Cinemas is the perfect destination for your next special occasion or corporate event.

Impress your friends, staff or clients with the ultimate event, hosted by Village Cinemas. We take care of the planning and execution, whilst you can relax and know that we have the entertainment covered.

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Village Cinemas Rivoli Hawthorn East

Village Cinemas is the perfect destination for your next special occasion or corporate event.

Impress your friends, staff or clients with the ultimate event, hosted by Village Cinemas. We take care of the planning and execution, whilst you can relax and know that we have the entertainment covered.

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Cafe Zingers Croydon

Where new meets old and when only fresh will do.

Parties, Conferences, Weddings, Birthdays, Bingo, Karaoke nights and Cocktail parties all catered for on site.

Consideration has been given to Customers with special Dietary needs. We can provide you with a range of Gluten Free products as well as vegetarian options. Children are well catered for with the Kids’ Menu and the popular Kids’ Lunch Box. Our fresh specialist cakes, scones and muffins are made fresh daily on site.

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Di Palmas Restaurant Bar Kew East

Di Palma’s was first established in 1988 in Hawthorn, where it was one of the first eateries in Melbourne to serve gourmet wood fired pizzas and has earned its reputation on them.

Since our inception, we were popular with patrons because we provided them a memorable yet affordable dining experience, our popularity has gone from strength to strength. Our restaurant caters for people from all walks of life and tastes, and they keep coming back, so we know we’re doing something right.

Di Palma’s success as a local icon comes down to providing patrons with quality and variety. As restauranteur John Di Palma says,” Our success comes from the fact that we cater for a broad spectrum, from families to singles, older folks as well as corporate lunch & dinners. And we do it well and with style.”

As we have evolved, we have tailored our offerings to meet the needs of our clientele. Not only do we have an extensive and everchanging wine list, we allow BYO (wine only) in the main part of our dining room ie. the private dining rooms, the lounge area and all types of celebrations are fully licenced therefore not BYO (corkage charge is $10 per bottle). Apart from a great place to have a meal with friends or a romantic dinner with a loved one, we also offer exceptional private dining rooms and catering.

Our three seperate private dining rooms cater for all your needs. Seating from 10 to 60 people in comfortable, private surrounds and with menus available to suit all budgets and tastes aswell as a dedicated front of house team, we are able to cater to every whim and are available seven days a week, lunch and dinner.

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Raffaeles Italian Restaurant Croydon

We are a family owned and run business endeavoring to provide a quality dining experience for lovers of fine food.

With a wide menu selection including steak, seafood, pasta, risotto and wood fired pizza, you are sure to find something to excite your taste buds.

All meals are produced from fresh ingredients and our menu can be readily adapted to suit vegetarian tastes, we can also accommodate coeliac and other allergy related dietary needs.

We are able to offer our venue for private functions, be it birthdays, club functions or any other special occasion.

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Beau Monde International - Conference Centre with Accommodation Doncaster East

Celebrate in Style at the Beau Monde International. After a major refurbishment the 4 1/2 star property has been transformed into an elegant, sophisticated boutique hotel and function venue. The new look function venues are spacious with generous levels of natural light.

Beau Monde International has the ideal venue to celebrate, whatever the occasion.

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Dorset Gardens Hotel Croydon

Located 45 minutes from the CBD in the foothills of the picturesque Dandenong Ranges, The Dorset Gardens is the ideal venue for your next group celebration, corporate meeting or accommodation needs.

Our long established entertainment complex provides you with friendly and attentive staff, offering quality of service, versatility of room configuration and catering for 30 to 300 guests. There are three rooms to choose from: The Lantern, The Elm and The Samara.

The Dorset Gardens is the perfect choice for a wedding, engagement and 21st birthday, club presentation nights and fundraising events, corporate meetings and seminars, special occasions and exhibitions.

We can fully cater any party with a large selection of finger food, buffet and a la carte menu options. We would be more than happy to discuss menu options to suit your occasion and your budget. Our professional staff will give personal attention to your individual requirements, ensuring your celebration is successful and an occasion you will always remember fondly.

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Kellybrook Winery and Restaurant - Yarra Valley Wedding Venue with Accommodation Wonga Park

An abundance of real style and personality. Kellybrook, on the edge of Melbourne's Eastern suburbs, is a lovely oasis in the old Yarra Valley orchard belt.Set amongst lush vineyard and beautiful gardens, the winery offers an authentic wine-tasting experience. With its vine-covered terrace, the restaurant provides the perfect setting for casual dining, as well as larger gatherings and functions. Weddings and other celebrations are a specialty.

Kellybrook's licensed restaurant is open for a la carte dining as well as group bookings and functions including weddings and other celebrations.
The vine-covered terrace is the perfect place to dine in summer.

There is an open log fire during the cooler months and air-conditioning in summer.

Choose from our range of wines, including the Gold-medal winning Sparkling Pinot Chardonnay, we also have our renowned ciders on offer as well as a selection of beers.

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Bram Leigh Receptions - Garden Wedding Venue Dandenong Ranges Croydon

Set amongst three acres of carefully tended gardens, Bram Leigh Wedding Receptions has everything you need for a relaxing and truly memorable occasion. Featuring a Chapel, elegant dining facilities and beautiful gardens nestled amongst ancient pine, oak and silver birch trees, Bram Leigh is the ideal setting for your special day.

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Kluska Restaurant - South East Suburbs Venue Dandenong

Kluska Restaurant offers true taste of Poland – something rare on Melbourne’s extensive dining scene.

Set in a nicely decorated old red roofed house in Dandenong, Kluska offers the kind of welcoming reception you would expect when dining at a traditional Polish home. Like the atmosphere, the service is warm and friendly.

Functions are welcomed for both private and corporate and are more than amply catered for with delicious and filling dishes made to order.

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Maroondah Sports Club - East Suburbs Function Room Hire Ringwood East

With two quality function rooms for hire, Maroondah Sports Club is an ideal venue for virtually any social or corporate function in the Ringwood, Croydon or eastern suburbs vicinity.

Over the years, our function rooms have played host to countless successful parties, seminars, birthdays, meetings, launches, private dinners, celebrations, professional gatherings and special events

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Mercers Restaurant - Northern Suburbs Venue Hire Eltham

Husband and wife team Stephen and Ute Mercer operate Mercer’s Restaurant from this Federation style cottage, surrounded by a wide verandah and a cottage garden, situated in the tree lined gateway to the leafy suburb of Eltham, in Melbourne’s north east.

The interior is warm and elegant with subtle tones and a friendly and welcoming feel, that also reflects the attitude of the staff and approach to the food. With white linen clothed tables adorned with Riedel glassware and Villeroy & Boch crockery, Mercer’s offers a stylish dining environment.

The Modern Australian menu is precisely executed yet imaginative, thanks to Stephen Mercer's classical European training. The food reflects intelligent and creative use of the finest seasonal ingredients in eclectic, contemporary and classic dishes that surprise and delight.

Mercer's is fully licensed and offers an extensive wine list comprising more than 350 wines with an emphasis on all major Australian wine regions. The restaurant also caters for functions and each individually designed function menu showcases the quality of the dining experience at Mercer's.

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Amberlee Receptions Cranbourne

Amberlee Receptions is a great place to hold all your private parties.

Be it birthdays or anniversary celebrations, engagement or hen's party or just any excuse for a party, Amberlee is the place!

Amberlee is a special place that lends itself to private parties. Let us take the strain and host your special family party for you. Milestone anniversaries are very special occasions that need to to celebrated well. Hosting them at home is always stressful and very disruptive. Book Amberlee and just sit back and relax and enjoy the day.

We welcome parties of people from different cultures who wish to celebrate in their own special way.

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East Empress Restaurant Glen Waverley

Situated in the heart of Cosmopolitan Glen Waverley, The East Empress is known as one of the South East's and Melbourne's finest Chinese Restaurants.

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Golden Dragon Palace - Corporate Business Lunches & Wedding Receptions Templestowe Lower

This eastern suburbs chinese restaurant is renowned for its authentic Yum Cha. Great service and parcels of pure bliss makes this venue a very popular one. Bookings essential.

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Cadams Winebar Croydon Hills

Cadams Winebar offers you the choice of two stylish private rooms. The Murano Bar can cater for a maximum of 80 guests and The Lounge can cater for up to 40 guests. Both rooms are available for use 7 days a week.

All celebrations can be fully catered to suit your special occasion and we are only too happy to discuss any queries you have in this regards.

Cadams Winebar is perfect for a cocktail style party with a variety of finger foods available to suit your needs.

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City of Boroondara - Eastern Suburbs Hall Hire Camberwell

There are many rooms and halls for hire within the City of Boroondara.

Disability access is provided by many venues. Please discuss your requirements by contacting the venue directly.

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Centonove Restaurant - Small Private Dining & Function Room Kew

Nestled on the corner of Cotham Rd, Centonove provides and open, relaxed atmosphere for dining. The menu offers fresh contemporary dishes of Italian inspiration, that are complimented by Australian reds. With two separate dining areas Centonove can offer a private function room seating 40 guests. Ideal for intimate weddings and corporate events the friendly and professional staff at Centonove are only too happy to cater to your every need.

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Rosebank Receptions - East Suburbs Corporate Function & Venue Hire Ringwood North

Rosebank has played host to countless kinds of events and functions over the years.

From High Teas to 21sts to corporate conferences, Rosebank's flexible function space and catering options mean that anything is possible.

Rosebank's beautiful grounds and restored onsite 1920s chapel make it the ideal location to host your wedding.

If you are looking for the perfect garden wedding venue then look no further. Situated within half an hour of Melbourne Rosebank is as conveniently located as it is picturesque.

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Berwick Inn Hotel - Private Social Function Space Berwick

The Berwick Inn Hotel offers excellent function facilities.
Located at 1 High Street, Berwick our reputation has allowed us to expand our function options.

Our function room is extremely popular, for your next celebration, a 21st, 30th, 40th birthday, and engagement or corporate function we can assist.

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Doncaster Greek Taven - East Suburbs Party Venue Hire Doncaster

Doncaster Greek Tavern offers you a unique culinary experience with exquisitely prepared gourmet Greek cuisine and carefully selected fine vintage and contemporary wines.

Doncaster Greek Tavern also caters for Birthdays, Engagements, Christenings, Christmas Parties and Social Club Fundraisers.

We invite you to come and dine with us in our superb purpose built premises. Experience our unique warm and friendly atmosphere and personal touch.

Call us or contact us anytime.

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Balsamic Ringwood

Balsamic Restaurant & Lounge has an extensive food and beverage menu and offers a range of meals for people with special dietary requirements. Located on level 3 in Eastland Shopping Centre, adjacent to Hoyts Cinemas.

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Manhattan Hotel - Function Room & Cocktail Party Ringwood

At the Manhattan Hotel, we offer 6 function rooms, catering for different group sizes and budgets. Our rooms hold between 60 and 350 people cocktail style, and between 40 and 140 people for a sit down dinner.

Whether your next special event is a 21st birthday party, engagement party, wedding or a sporting presentation night, let us organise it for you.

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Eltahm Hotel - Northern Suburbs Social & Corporate Venue Hire Eltham

The Eltham Hotel is ideal for every special occasion including a Birthday, Engagement, Business and Social Club celebration. At the Eltham Hotel we offer a relaxed setting, with exceptional service and quality food and beverage. We specialize in gluten free catering and provide gluten free selections in all of our menus.

Please note: Breakfast functions are also available in our Bistro between 6am - 10.30am (minimum 30pax) - Capacity 100 pax.

Book your Christmas party or Work Breakup now!

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Vasko Restaurant Ivanhoe

Vasko boasts a unique family presence, and a successful fusion of contemporary cuisine with a strong Mediterranean flavour.

Private dinner, cocktail party, engagement, wedding, christening you name it, Vasko’s enviable reputation for creativity ensures your next special occasion will be a complete success. A private bar, champagne garden and al fresco deck seating are just a few of the many great features included in our private space.

Vasko can accommodate up to 150 guests cocktail style, offering a broad range of canapés, finger food and grazer options. For a sit-down celebration we can cater for up to 70 people with a variety of set menus to choose from.

Each dish on their cocktail and set menus are house made and are of the highest quality.

For a conference Vasko’s private space can cater for your annual general meeting, training seminar/workshop, exhibition and more. The space is fully equipped with a comprehensive audio visual system including a wide screen plasma, DVD and i-pod facilities.

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Sette Bello Restaurant Glen Waverley

Our Restaurant has been designed by renowned Melbourne architects Peddle Thorpe. The Sette Bello’s brand has to be experienced to be understood but is best described as a marriage of food, wine, service and atmosphere.

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Airstream Cafe - Private & Corporate Venue Glen Waverley

Located in the heart of Glen Waverley’s food precinct, Airstream cafe is a stylish cafe, bar, restaurant outside the CBD. Our aim is to offer a great dining experience in a relaxed and informal surrounding.

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