Slate Restaurant Bar
9 Goldsbrough Lane, Melbourne VIC 3000, Australia
Slate Restaurant Bar declare their mission to be one of providing an escape (an oasis, if you will) for the lawyerly and business types slaving away in the CBD - if only for a meal’s worth of time. They’re doing a pretty good job; Slate’s a modern, comfortable and stylish inner-city location to have a drink, or lunch, or dinner. The cuisine at Slate Restaurant is best described as European with a few Asian surprises and influences. With a head chef trained under Marco Pierre White, you’re in good hands in any case. Besides that, there’s a good selection of cocktails, and all of the requisite beers needed for a good post-work pint. Within its sophisticated walls, there are two dining rooms and three terraces. How do you get more terraces than dining rooms? We’re not sure, but they’ve done it. As a result, Slate is able to act as a function venue for groups ranging from one-digit to about three hundred. Slate Restaurant and Bar is just off the bottom end of Little Bourke Street, between William and King Streets (closer to William). Southern Cross is the closest train station.
Slate Restaurant Bar Function Rooms

Stylish Vibes Downstairs Indoor Side
Righto, so this is the entire downstairs space. Good on you! You must have at least a hundred friends. Or a hundred co-workers. Or maybe your extended family is really good at procreating. Whatever the reason for getting up to 200 guests ...

The Front Terrace Downstairs Side Contemporary Space
So, if you hadn't heard the word on the street. Bar and Restaurant is in possession of a number of terraces. This particular terrace is found out the front and fits a maximum of 200 guests standing. With that capacity and that address, Slat...

The Cozy Downstairs Space
This one space is out the back and is just as impressive in its concrete, stylish vibes as the front terrace. Like its front terrace sibling, the back terrace fits up to 200 guests standing (and 120 sittings). With that - and the address - ...

Stylish Sophisticated Upstairs Indoor Space
This refers to the entire upstairs space in Restaurant and Bar. Although it's a little smaller than the downstairs space, upstairs at Slate keeps with the modern, stylish feel of the restaurant proper. Lots of glass, lots of metal, lots of ...

The Spacious Superior Rooftop Terrace
Rooftop Terrace is much as you'd expect the rooftop terrace of. That is, it's much like the two levels that came before it. Modern, stylish, and filled with natural light via huge windows, the main point of difference here is the fact that ...

European with a few Asian Surprises Cuisine Resto Bar
As a function venue in its entirety, This space fits up to 400 guests. Said 400 guests are able to mill about, drink, mingle and perhaps even dance, within the downstairs and upstairs spaces, the terraces outside, and the rooftop terrace. T...
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does an event cost at Slate Restaurant Bar?
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 Slate Restaurant Bar?
The following types of events can be held at Slate Restaurant Bar:
- Function
- Hens Night
- Networking Event
- Product Launch
- Engagement Party
- End of Financial Year Party
- Corporate Offsite
- 18th Birthday Party
- 21st Birthday Party
- 30th Birthday Party
- Birthday Party
- Bucks Night
- Christening
- Christmas Party
- Cocktail Party
- Corporate Function
- Ceremony
- Wedding
- 40th Birthday Party
- 50th Birthday Party
- Baby shower
- Bridal shower
- Awards Dinner
- Gala Dinner
- Workshop
- AGM
- Private Dining
- Conference
If your specific event type is not on the list, contact one of VenueNow's Event Booking Experts and they will check if Slate Restaurant and Bar is able to facilitate your event or will help you find an alternate venue.
How do I find out if Slate Restaurant Bar is available for my event date?
The best way to find out if Slate Restaurant Bar 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 Slate Restaurant Bar?
The following food and beverage / catering options are available for guests at Slate Restaurant Bar:
- 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 Slate Restaurant Bar?
There are a few steps involved in booking an event at Slate Restaurant Bar 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 Slate Restaurant and Bar 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 Slate Restaurant and Bar 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 Slate Restaurant and Bar 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.