Yarra Botanica
4 Riverside Quay, Southbank VIC, Australia
Bar
•Why you'll love Yarra Botanica
- With multiple function spaces aboard to choose from two-level floating oasis.
- Features Pontoon on the Yarra, outdoors and City skyline views.
- You can enjoy an array of scrumptious food menus & extensive range of beverages.
Welcome to Yarra Botanica! A two-level floating bar and eatery on the Yarra River in the heart of Southbank, celebrating seasonal Victorian producers; from artisan cheeses, sustainable seafood, farm-fresh fruit & vegetables and an all-local lineup of drinks. Enjoy spectacular city views, casual dining and a vibrant atmosphere as you immerse yourself in the natural beauty that surrounds you. This well-renowned floating bar is the perfect venue hire for corporate events and social gatherings alike.
Yarra Botanica Function Rooms
Lower Deck
Yarra Botanica is available to be booked exclusively for up to 680 guests for large events of all kinds. Sprawling across 2 levels, it’s the perfect spot to immerse your guests in an unforgettable event experience. Enjoy locally sourced foo...
Upper Deck, Section 2
A semi-private space, this section of the Upper Deck caters for up to 50 people. *Please note: menus & pricing are subject to change
Upper Deck, Section 1
A semi-private space, book half of the Upper Deck for up to 150 people. *Please note: menus & pricing are subject to change
Upper Deck Exclusive
Want to have the Upper Deck all to yourself? Suitable for up to 200 people, celebrate in the heart of the city and take in views over Melbourne’s city skyline and the Yarra River. *Please note: menus & pricing are subject to change
Yarra Botanica Exclusive
Available to be booked exclusively for up to 680 guests for large events of all kinds. Sprawling across 2 levels, it’s the perfect spot to immerse your guests in an unforgettable event experience. Enjoy locally sourced food and drinks overl...
Price Guide
| Price Type | Price Per Person (Starting From) |
|---|---|
| 3 Hour Canapes | $ 38 |
| 3 Hour Beverage Package | $ 72 |
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.
Reviews for Yarra Botanica
Gung Park
I went to alone just for a pint of beer and some food in hot day lunch. The beer was cold enough to fresh up from heats. Pizza Margarita was insanely good! Dough was very crunchy and the sauce was so rich. The interior and atmosphere were amazing as well. It was lovely to enjoy while watching yarra river! Would come here again 100%
Claire Reid
I booked a table upstairs for my birthday to be told by Rachael that I hadn’t booked one upstairs although I had called and confirmed it beforehand. She was very abrupt, stone faced and quite frankly rude and unhelpful throughout our visit. We managed to get a lounge seat for two hours. We then asked about another table but she then lied about a table being reserved saying it was part of a party booking of 20 then letting a guy who walked in sit there. All the other staff were lovely and helpful and the food was amazing. Get rid of her before she ruins your business.
Sandi Grace
This restaurant was great! We arrived without a booking and they let us in. The DJ was wonderful! He had the whole restaurant dancing and singing. The atmosphere was fantastic! The tables and toilets need more regular cleaning. The food and drinks were great! We all really enjoyed this venue which is right on the water. Lovely!
Leanne Wallace
I will start with the negative. The administration and customer service is disgraceful. I booked my 50 th back in July for the Australia weekend which I had to pay for in full at the time of booking. Then I did not have any communication from the venue leading up to the night. The week before I had to ring many times. Even 3 times the day before to see what I was getting in drinks and food with the celebration package. I couldn’t get through as an exciting booking you had to just leave a message. So I tried as a new booking oh and guess what they answer but then it was always we will get back to you. So turn up on the night and it started with a disaster but thank you to Chelsea the manager for going above and beyond to make things right and making my 50 th an amazing night. All our guest couldn’t speak more highly of the place. Great location, great food and service. Also Jemma is fantastic looking after security & her communication skills are highly professional. She is an asset to any venue/ business. A big thank you. Bar staff are friendly and a big shout out to Will. Head office staff and management you would have a much more successful function business if you valued your customers. If it wasn’t for your amazing venue staff you would be getting a 1 star.
Jordan Bennett
Pretty yummy food in a beautiful location. Excellent degustation menu, perfect for truffle season and a nice day out. We tried the Truffle menu, priced at $85 PP, which included bespoke non-alcoholic drinks. The drinks were creative and certainly a complement to the meals. I’m very pleased that they offer an alcohol-free tasting menu at all, since most places only offer wine pairings with degustation menus. This means that they can cater to lots of people and still provide a good experience without the alcohol. Most of the meals on this menu were delicious, and having truffle on the top of them was just a bonus. The brie pull-apart was a standout, and we ended up making this at home because we couldn’t stop thinking about it! The dishes come out at a good staggered pace, although sometimes the portions seemed a tad small. There were some slight issues with flavour balances in some dishes but this may very well be my own personal preference, and I believe this menu will still appeal to most people! The live singer was amazing! Definitely recommend visiting when they have a performer scheduled. This place can attract rowdy crowds, so if you’re looking for a relaxing and quiet-ish time, do book during lunch-time. It’s also best to come here when you know the weather will be good, as some seats can get rained on. Overall, a very positive experience, and I would happily visit again!
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