Doss Closet
233 Lonsdale St, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Doss Closet is the world's first Op-Shop bar! Warm old-world lighting juxtaposed with sexy blue LED hues follow you through an eclectic and intentionally hodgepodge array of your grandma's best dressers and wardrobes - sporadically fixed to the walls, ceiling and bar surfaces. Intimate booth seating made from repurposed cupboards line the walls as you enter, and the venue then opens up into a large area suited to everything from corporate canapes to rave-cave throwdowns. We proud to be partnered with Polished Man, a fantastic initiative aimed at helping to end violence against kids world wide. Last year Polished Man raised over 1.5 million dollars, and to keep the ball rolling, a portion of the proceeds from every function sale will go directly to the cause!
Doss Closet Function Rooms
Worlds First Op Shop Bar, Exclusive Use
Be the first to pop tags and experience The World's First Op Shop Bar. Inside the walls are lined with second-hand clothes (donated kindly by people from all over Melbourne), blue wash lighting (as a nod to the Polished Man cause), food by...
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at Doss Closet?
Events at Doss Closet 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.
What type of events can be hosted at Doss Closet?
The following types of events can be held at Doss Closet:
- 21st Birthday Party
- 30th Birthday Party
- 40th Birthday Party
- Birthday Party
- Christmas Party
- Cocktail Party
- Corporate Function
- Engagement Party
- Function
- Networking Event
- 50th Birthday Party
- End of Financial Year Party
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Doss Closet is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if Doss Closet is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Doss Closet 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 Doss Closet?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Doss Closet:
- Filtered Water
- Inhouse Catering
- Bar Tab
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
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 steps are involved in booking an event at Doss Closet?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Doss Closet 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 Doss Closet 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 Doss Closet 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 Doss Closet if you book via us.