Coventry's Pantry
35 Coventry St, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia
Coventry's Pantry is a family-owned cafe, and restaurant that operates as a function space. Our Coventry's Pantry cafe and restaurant is all about good coffee, delicious food and exceptional customer service, from humble beginnings. Inspired by Melbourne's delicious incredible cafe scene, our menu brings to life some of your favourites, combined with some evolved dishes from our Head Chef. One thing that you'll notice when you see our menu is that we've got a really large variety of food - meaning, we have essentially, something for everyone. We're open from morning to evening, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our goal is to deliver trendy, Melbourne style food. You'll expect to see burgers, pizza, calamari and all of your Melbourne breakfast classics! Melbourne is internationally known for the best coffee, and Coventry’s Pantry is no exception. Our beans and blend are some of the finest you’ll find in our beautiful city which we call home. Located close to Melbourne CBD, this space has a 150-180 persons capacity.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at Coventry's Pantry?
Please enquire for pricing and availability.
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.
How do I find out if Coventry's Pantry is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Coventry's Pantry 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.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at Coventry's Pantry?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Coventry's Pantry:
- Filtered Water
- Coffee / Tea
- Inhouse Catering
- Bar Tab
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
What steps are involved in booking an event at Coventry's Pantry?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Coventry's Pantry 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 Coventry's Pantry 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 Coventry's Pantry 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 Coventry's Pantry if you book via us.
I have more questions. How do I get in contact?
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.
What type of events can be hosted at Coventry's Pantry?
The following types of events can be held at Coventry Pantry:
- Function
- Corporate Function
- Cocktail Party
- Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- Meeting
- 40th Birthday Party
- 30th Birthday Party
- Conference
- Seminar
- Wedding
- Baby shower
- Bucks Night
- Ceremony
- Christening
- Hens Night
- Product Launch
- Christmas Party
- Bridal shower
- Awards Dinner
- Executive Retreat
- Corporate Retreat
- Trivia Night
- Workshop
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Coventry Pantry is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
Where is Coventry's Pantry located?
It is located at 35 Coventry St, Southbank VIC 3006, Australia.
What are the operating hours?
Sat-Sun 7:30 AM - 8:00 PM
Tue 7:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Wed-Fri 7:00 AM - 8:00 PM
(Kitchen Orders Till 7 pm)
What delicious food is on the menu at Coventry's Pantry?
Come to our restaurant for the best of Melbourne cuisine. We have a large selection including tasty breakfast, lunch and dinner options so you can find something that suits your taste buds!
We are open from morning until the evening, serving up fresh food like burgers, baked Pollo Gnocchi Chicken with creamy sauce, pizza and calamari amongst other things but most importantly providing great service in an enjoyable environment where friends catch up over coffee or wine while they enjoy their meal together.
Is Coventry Pantry pet friendly?
No, Coventry's Pantry is not a pet-friendly venue.
What is the capacity of this restaurant?
150-180 Capacity