Henry Sugar
298 Rathdowne St, Carlton North VIC 3054, Australia
Henry Sugar is a cozy warmly lit wine bar and restaurant nestled in the leafy green Rathdowne Village just a few minutes from Melbourne CBD. We serve Spanish Australian dishes created based on seasonality and designed to share. We focus on natural wines and have an innovative cocktail menu. We have a big outdoor deck space for functions, events and al fresco dining, as well as a private dining room. We have a fireplace in winter and a courtyard and outdoor seating during the summer. We have a functions package with different options to suit your requirements or you can talk about tailoring the options specifically for your event. With innovative cocktails, great food, natural wine, amazing value tasting menu, you and your guests will surely have a great night!
Henry Sugar Function Rooms

Cozy Private Dining Room
Private Dining area inside a cozy warmly lit wine bar and restaurant nestled in the leafy green Rathdowne Village just a few minutes from Melbourne CBD. We serve Spanish Australian dishes created based on seasonality and designed to share. ...

Warmly Lit Non Exclusive Long Table Lunch or Dinner
Book a long table seating up to 32 for one of our 2 set menu options, available for lunch or dinner Tuesday - Sunday. Please note, we double seat on Friday's and Saturdays so you have the choice of an early of late sitting, we have space i...

Exclusive Spanish Australian Wine Bar and Restaurant
The venue can be booked exclusively or we can offer the bar area for smaller functions up to 25 people. For cocktail functions we can fit up to 100 people. We are a cozy warmly lit wine bar and restaurant nestled in the leafy green Rathdow...
Frequently Asked Questions
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 Henry Sugar, Wine Bar and Restaurant?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Henry Sugar 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 Henry Sugar 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 Henry Sugar 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 Henry Sugar if you book via us.
What catering / food and beverage options are available at Henry Sugar?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Henry Sugar:
- Filtered Water
- Coffee / Tea
- Inhouse Catering
- Bar Tab
For more information regarding food and beverage / catering options, please contact a VenueNow Event Booking Expert.
How do I find out if Henry Sugar is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Henry Sugar 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.
How much does an event cost at Henry Sugar?
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.
What type of events can be hosted at Henry Sugar?
The following types of events can be held at Henry Sugar:
- Function
- 50th Birthday Party
- Birthday Party
- Cocktail Party
- Meeting
- Corporate Offsite
- 21st Birthday Party
- Networking Event
- 30th Birthday Party
- Awards Dinner
- End of Financial Year Party
- 40th Birthday Party
- Corporate Function
- Christmas Party
- Engagement Party
- Hens Night
- Workshop
- Training
- Private Dining
- Seminar
- Product Launch
- Exhibition
- Conference
- Wedding
- Baby shower
- Bar Mitzvah
- Bucks Night
- Bat Mitzvah
- AGM
- Ceremony
- Bridal shower
- Trade Show
- Trivia Night
- School Formal
- Christening
- Gala Dinner
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Henry Sugar is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
Where is this Spanish restaurant located?
Henry Sugar is one of the popular restaurants in the area. It is located at 298 Rathdowne St, Carlton North VIC 3054, Australia.
What is on the Chefs menu?
Henry Sugar is a Melbourne institution. They pride themselves on showcasing local produce, native Australian ingredients and interesting alcoholic drinks presented in honest food with delicious sauces to boot! Their team even prepares all of it fresh right here - from fermenting their soft drinks to baking their famously light sourdough.
Henry Sugar has a great variety of Spanish food on their Chef's menu. Try out delicious food like puy lentil parfait cooked in sherry; a kangaroo tail and rhubarb rillettes (known informally as “kangarhubarb”); pork neck and the heirloom carrots with cashew cream; and a tofu tartare with yuzu and shiso. They even make dining easy for you with our amazing value chefs menu, catering to all dietaries, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free options.
The drinks list are also very interesting with a huge list of cocktails, beers, spirits and house spritz. The wine list is also very long, with a great variety of Spanish wines.
You may view the whole menu by visiting this website.
What are the operating hours?
Thursday through Monday: 5 pm until late
Sundays: Lunch from 12:30
Closed: Tuesday & Wednesday
Is the restaurant accessible?
The restaurant provides wheelchair access.
What are the different venue spaces for hire at this Wine Bar and Restaurant?
Henry Sugar has a big outdoor deck space for functions, events and al fresco dining, as well as a private dining room. The main restaurant space can also be hired for events. Please contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts for more information on pricing and availability.