Riverland Bar
Princes Bridge, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Bar
•Why you'll love Riverland Bar
- Iconic waterfront venue with versatile outdoor and indoor spaces, perfect for corporate and social functions.
- Enjoy hearty dishes from brunch to dinner paired with thirst-quenching drinks with bespoke options for events catering.
- Great location with relaxed warm atmosphere, access to public transports and nearby tourists attractions.
Riverland Bar is the original waterfront icon in Melbourne where you can escape the daily grind in our urban beer garden hideaway. This iconic venue is situated on the banks of the Yarra in the historic Federation Wharf vaults, just below Federation Square.
Our year-round outdoor venue is the ideal spot for beers and bites while soaking up the sun in summer or basking under the heaters and warming up with one of our winter cocktails in the cooler months. The perfect place to grab a few drinks with friends and colleagues.
Riverland Bar provides a relaxed warm atmosphere where people can enjoy the company of friends or grab a quick drink and BBQ sausage before the game.
Riverland Bar is the original waterfront icon in Melbourne where you can escape the daily grind in our urban beer garden hideaway. This iconic venue is situated on the banks of the Yarra in the historic Federation Wharf vaults, just below Federation Square.
Our year-round outdoor venue is the ideal spot for beers and bites while soaking up the sun in summer or basking under the heaters and warming up with one of our winter cocktails in the cooler months. The perfect place to grab a few drinks with friends and colleagues.
Riverland Bar provides a relaxed warm atmosphere where people can enjoy the company of friends or grab a quick drink and BBQ sausage before the game. There is an array of catering options to suit various tastes and preferences, making it a fantastic choice for gatherings of all kinds. Whether it's a casual catch-up, a birthday celebration, or a corporate event, Riverland Bar offers tailored packages that ensure every occasion is memorable.
Riverland Bar Function Rooms
Half Venue, Riverland
Perched on Federation Wharf and on the edge of Federation Square, This venue is an immensely popular indoor/outdoor bar that looks out onto the Yarra, the gardens beyond, and the Arts Centre. So really, it's not difficult to see why it's seemingly always packed to the rafters during summer. When used in its entirety, this venue comfortably fits up to 600 guests within its many deck areas, and within its bluestone walls. The space has played host to weddings in the past, as well as corporate events, exclusive launch parties, and other important functions that require a setting that's as casually stylish as it is quintessentially Melbourne.
The Vaults
The Vaults is where the historic Princes Walk boat sheds are given a new lease of life in Melbourne’s drinking and dining scene. Iconic bluestone walls and exposed brickwork frames this intimate space, accented by wooden furnishings and lush greenery. An exclusive private function space featuring a private bar, private restroom, large windows and views of the Yarra River.
Shimmering Views Weddings
One of Melbourne’s riverside hidden gems tucked away within the historic Federation Wharf vaults, an intimate wedding venue with waterfront views of the Yarra River and city skyline. The all-Australian seasonal menu combined with unexpected delights including Popstic ice-creams, late night toasties, and an option to arrive by boat offers that ‘something different’ you’ve been searching for. Located away from the hustle and bustle from the streets above, this whimsical outdoor venue promises a memorable wedding that guests will reminisce for years to come.
River Garden
The ideal venue for exclusive networking cocktail functions. The intimate waterfront setting boasts one of Melbourne’s most unique panoramic river views with a twist of laneway ambience. The professional service standards of the team are accompanied by private music options, indoor and outdoor spaces plus the added comfort of numerous ceiling heaters and fully enclosed awnings for all year-round weather security. This is a memorable venue, and the all - Australian menu and beverage list will seriously impress your guests
MCG End
The “MCG End” at Pilgrim is located on the banks of the Yarra River and boasts fantastic views of the heritage listed boatsheds. The wooden exterior and flexible floor plan offers a semi private space with versatility, ideal for your next function. A flexible and impressive space, overlooking the Yarra River and the city skyline.
Arts End
The Arts End is a dedicated cocktail function space perfect for intimate gatherings. Within this space ceiling heaters and retractable clear awnings offer warmth in the cooler months, with the option to open up for warmer summer nights. Guests will be impressed with the beauty of the outlook, with uninterrupted views of Arts Centre Melbourne, South Bank and the city skyline.
Bluestone
Bluestone is a semi-private function area showcasing the heritage bluestone walls of Riverland Bar. Enjoy un-interrupted views of the Yarra River & Princes Bridge, whilst shaded under a large fixed umbrella. Cocktail furniture and gas heating provide a flexible and relaxed set up ensuring comfort no matter the weather.
Urban Beer Garden
The Urban Beer Garden at Riverland Bar is a lively riverside spot. Set in historic bluestone vaults with year-round outdoor seating, it serves casual pub-style food, craft beers, wines, and cocktails. Just steps from Flinders Street Station, it’s perfect for relaxed catch-ups, pre-game drinks, or soaking up Yarra River views.
Reviews for Riverland Bar
Ben Healy
Atmosphere was ok. Pizzas were terrible We spent over $2,000 on a work function and the food dished out was well below average. As a result much of it was not eaten. Photo shown is one of the pizzas... looks ok but not enjoyed by anyone The only thing that was good was chicken sticks
2 Good Forks
📍@riverlandbar, Melbourne CBD Riverland Bar is Melbourne's most iconic waterfront destination tucked beneath @fed.square in the CBD 😍 This is the perfect place to hang out with friends in the city, where you can have a few drinks, nice food and get the most beautiful river views ✨️ We had a great catch-up over drinks, arrived there when it was still bright and left after many hours of drinks and conversations 😂
Yanni H
Visited a couple of times. Good for a drink, or something to eat. The online irdering system makes things effective. Thank you!
Jeffrie Trika
The serenity ... a great escape from the Sunday protesters above ... Midday to late afternoon, if not for the background music and the noise above, it would be a great solitude drinking place ... what a gorgeous historical drinking venue ... next yo the Yarra River. By night is a different vibes altogether.
khang nguyen
Had lunch here yesterday with my family and friends, one of the dishes came out with a dead fly. Told the waiter, he took it away and later gave us a replacement. Sadly not 1 word or apology from the staffs or anyone.
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