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Bar Tab

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Melbourne Public is one of the most impressive spots in one of Melbourne&rsquo;s newest drinking and dining destinations (alliteration!). Seriously though, South Wharf is finally cropping up on the collective radars of those in and around Melbourne, and that&rsquo;s probably in large part because of the high quality bars, restaurants and cafes littered along that stretch of Yarra. Including Melbourne Public. It&rsquo;s a cafe, dining room and bar, housed within one of those very impressive reappropriated wharf sheds. By that we mean it&rsquo;s all exposed beams, and views of the Yarra, combined with modern day boutique beers, wines and a kick-ass dining menu. In the main bar that aforementioned industrial flair is on show, with &ldquo;heritage reconditioned industrial lights&rdquo; hanging the beams and high ceilings. What does &ldquo;heritage reconditioned industrial lights&rdquo; mean? That&rsquo;s probably just a long-winded way of saying &ldquo;this room looks very nice&rdquo;. The open plan area lends itself - apart from after work drinks and watching the game - to corporate and cocktail functions, as well as big birthday celebrations. The dining room is also available for functions. Melbourne Public is found on Dukes Walk, South Wharf. For those not in the know (it&rsquo;s okay), walk along the Yarra past the Melbourne Convention Centre then voila! bars and cafes aplenty. Given its proximity to Spencer Street, both Southern Cross Station and 96, 109, and 112 trams are within strolling distance.

21st Birthday Party

30th Birthday Party

40th Birthday Party

50th Birthday Party

Awards Dinner

Bar Mitzvah

Birthday Party

Christening

Christmas Party

Cocktail Party

Conference

Corporate Function

Corporate Offsite

End of Financial Year Party

Engagement Party

Lunch

Function

Gala Dinner

Hens Night

Networking Event

Product Launch

Trivia Night

Wedding

Workshop

Dinner

Baby shower

Bridal shower

Breakfast

Ceremony

Events at Melbourne Public start from 0. This may be subject to change due to seasonality, day of the week, duration and your specific requirements. For an accurate quote for your event please send an enquiry or contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts.

The following types of events can be held at Melbourne Public: - 21st Birthday Party - 30th Birthday Party - 50th Birthday Party - Awards Dinner - Birthday Party - Christening - Christmas Party - Cocktail Party - Corporate Offsite - Bar Mitzvah - End of Financial Year Party - Engagement Party - Function - Hens Night - Networking Event - Product Launch - 40th Birthday Party - Bat Mitzvah - Private Dining - Gala Dinner - Baby shower - Corporate Function - Wedding - Workshop - Trivia Night - AGM - Bridal shower - Exhibition - Meeting - Conference - Trade Show - University Ball - Ceremony If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Melbourne Public is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.

The best way to find out if Melbourne Public is available for your event date is to send an enquiry through or get in contact with one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts. Availability at many venues around the country is limited so if your date is flexible, please let the VenueNow team know and the venue may be able to provide a range of dates that suit your needs.

The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Melbourne Public: - Filtered Water - Coffee / Tea - Inhouse Catering - Bar Tab For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.

There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Melbourne Public and the VenueNow team are here to do the heavy lifting for you. Firstly, contact the VenueNow team by submitting an enquiry or speaking to one of our team members online or over the phone. We'll need to collect a few details from you, such as your: - Event type - Number of people attending - Preferred event date & time (and if this is flexible) - Budget (per person or total) - Room layout - Food and beverage / catering requirements - Any other requirements Once we've gathered these details, the VenueNow team will contact the team at Melbourne Public to check: 1) Can they host the event on your preferred date / time? If not, what are some alternate dates / times? 2) What is the estimated cost based on your event requirements? This process tends to take around 1 business day on average to receive a response from the venue. Once we've received a response, the VenueNow team will contact you as soon as possible. If you're happy with the proposed price and dates / times, the VenueNow team will connect you with Melbourne Public to finalise your booking (which may include a site visit if you choose to do so). VenueNow provides this service free of charge to you as we are paid a small fee by Melbourne Public if you book via us.

There are a number of ways you can get in contact: 1) Call the VenueNow team on 1300 647 488 during business hours AEST 2) Contact the VenueNow team via our online chat in the bottom right of the screen 3) Submit an enquiry via the form on the page The VenueNow team usually reply within a few hours during Australian business.

Melbourne Public

Book Melbourne Public in Melbourne online. Capacity up to 1000. Enquire for pricing & availability. Browse photos and amenities provided.

Melbourne Public | Event Venue Hire | VenueNow

Melbourne Public’s multiple outdoor and indoor spaces, sprawling bars, and exclusive intimate dining areas available.

With iconic interiors inspired by 1920s industrial flair of polished brass, exposed beams and heritage features.

A warm sense of hospitality at its core, MP consistently delivers great food, premium drinks and a vibrant atmosphere.

Our dining room is situated behind the main bar, and elevated - that basically equates to an exclusive, somewhat resplendent ambiance of "we're up here and having a night of VIP dining". Red neon light on the wall, a modern design with splashes of old-world furnishing - it's easy on the eye and great for exclusive dining.

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MP Dining Room

The terrace deck is a north-facing ground floor area with a retractable roof and private bar. That means sunshine during summer, and protection during Melbourne weather's more schizophrenic moments. It also means a private space great for cocktail functions, after work drinks, and lounging around on sunny days.

MP Terrace & Bar

A Japanese influenced bar focused on good beer, good food and good times.
With a menu that’s fun to share including over 25 gins and whiskeys, and a unique cocktail list. We have created a space to sip, share and snack in South Wharf.

Can host events from 30 up to 150 people.

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A Large space! A Versatile space! A Space with industrial flair! 

These things are all ways one could describe our bar area. What else does one need to know, other than the fact that it's a bar, that's very easy on the eye, and has space enough to fit all your friends?

MP Inside Bar Area

In all of our modern-yet-old-world-industrial, south wharf glory, we're able to comfortably fit up to 1000 people. It's the kind of place that's great for corporate functions, large birthdays, product launches, and weddings. We're well-versed in the ways of playing host to large events, and offer a range of function packages.

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