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Public Bar at Hotel Esplanade


Why you'll love this venue

  • Offers stunning views of the Coral Sea, Cairns Marina, and Trinity Inlet.
  • Features 3 levels with plenty of function spaces and options, late night venue and amazing cocktails.
  • Located in the heart of the iconic Esplanade in Cairns.
Espy Public Bar offers all the things you would expect to see in a public bar – live sports, ice cold beers, classic pub grub & a weekly Trivia session. We’ve got every sport’s fan covered, with local and international live sports on our screens. No matter the code – AFL, NRL, NBL, Rugby Union and so much more, grab a spot and settle in.

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Price Guide

Price TypePrice Per Person (Starting From)
3 Hour Canapes$ 47
3 Hour Beverage Package$ 62

Please note, that pricing may be subject to change without notice. We recommend confirming with the venue prior to booking to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.


Room Layouts & Capacity

Cluster50
Standing100

Amenities & Extras

$= Additional Cost

Food & Beverage

Bar Tab$
Filtered Water
Venue Offers Catering$

Audio Visual Equipment (AV)

Microphone
Speakers
TV

Other Amenities & Extras

Accessible
External Music or DJ
Lighting
Natural light
Restroom
WiFi

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AiNe eNiA

November 12, 2024

I really enjoyed few drinks at sunset in their pleasant outdoor area! Quite crowded but still very enjoyable, recommended for groups, or for making new friends!

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Tetley Queen

September 1, 2024

We went for Father’s Day Lunch. It was very busy, live music and great food. We were sitting on a high table with high stools so at the time of booking, if you have young children you may want to mention that as the stools wouldn’t be suitable.

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Sean Nairn

March 25, 2024

Iconic destination on a rise overlooking St Kilda beach on Port Phillip Bay. Easily accessible by tram from Melbourne, it offers casual dining in a variety of venues. Food is typical pub fare but is tasty and a good selection of drinks on tap. Great spot to watch the sunset.

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Nick KW

July 10, 2024

The owner was rude right to our face because we misunderstood how to order. The food and drink is nice, but ridiculously expensive. Tiny glasses full of ice, and little of your drink. It's so dark you can't see the menu. Not a great experience. I hope others have a better time. But there is so much good food in Melbourne, do your self a favour and go somewhere else.

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Emma Kerr

May 20, 2024

Went for free trivia on Wednesday night. The host was great and it was well set up. The trivia was in a separate room but you could easily order food and drinks on the QR codes.


Other spaces at this venue

8 Spaces Available At This Venue
The Balcony Bar

The Balcony Bar

The Balcony is our private room with a view... and the view doesn?t get any more iconic than this. With magnificent vistas of St Kilda beach and the promenade below, The Balcony is Melbourne?s most exciting function room with a dedicated so...

50
100
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The Podcast Studio

The Podcast Studio

Nestled between Main Bar and the Espy Kitchen on the ground floor, The Studio is a fully functioning recording studio that creates a unique and immersive space for any occasion. Put on a pair of headphones to listen to insightful content re...

16
30
Price on Request
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Epsy Kitchen

Epsy Kitchen

At the heart of the venue lies the Espy Kitchen, a casual dining hall in the old loading bay.The transformation has seen this area become a warm and open space with full view of the open gallery kitchen, beer tanks and an in-house barrel ag...

50
150
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MYA Tiger Green Room

MYA Tiger Green Room

Inspired by the Cantonese cook-shops that sprang up throughout St Kilda during Victoria?s 1850s gold rush era, Mya Tiger Green Room takes style references from the famous Raffles Hotel in Singapore. Featuring five luxe green velvet booths f...

30
60
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The Ghost of Alfred Felton & Pharmacy

The Ghost of Alfred Felton & Pharmacy

Step back in time to a world class cocktail bar that pays homage to The Espy?s most notable resident, Alfred Felton, who lived and died at the seaside pavilion. Each space within this exclusive top floor has its own unique character making ...

50
120
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Espy Main Bar

Espy Main Bar

Our Main Bar serves up your favourite pub classics, stone-baked pizzas, burgers and a tasty selection of seaside snacks. Your beverage needs are fully taken care of too with a coastal inspired cocktail menu, a specially curated wine list &...

50
100
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MYA Tiger

MYA Tiger

Sitting atop The Espy’s grand staircase, Mya Tiger offers a welcoming and warm setting, inspired by the Chinese cook-shops that sprang up throughout St Kilda during Victoria’s 1850s gold rush era. With spanning views of St.Kilda bay & the ...

50
100
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MYA Tiger Cocktail Bar

MYA Tiger Cocktail Bar

Located next to Mya Tiger is the Mya Tiger Cocktail Bar. Featuring luxe green velvet booths, a hand-painted mural, along with a green marble bar slinging vibrant cocktails inspired by Cantonese flavours and a flavour-packed food offering. ...

50
100
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Venue Hours

Monday08:00am-Midnight
Tuesday08:00am-Midnight
Wednesday08:00am-Midnight
Thursday08:00am-Midnight
Friday08:00am-Midnight
Saturday08:00am-Midnight
Sunday08:00am-Midnight
Pricing Price on request

Event Types

21st Birthday Party30th Birthday Party40th Birthday Party50th Birthday PartyBaby ShowerBirthday PartyBridal ShowerChristeningChristmas PartyCocktail PartyCorporate FunctionDinnerEnd of Financial Year PartyEngagement PartyFunctionHens PartyKids PartyLunchNetworking EventProduct LaunchTrivia Night