From riverside dinners and boathouse banquets to rooftop cocktails and countryside charm, finding the perfect venue for your next event means more than just a great location - it’s about exceptional food, stylish surroundings and seamless service. Whether you’re celebrating a milestone, hosting a corporate gathering, or planning a wedding, these venues deliver function spaces that impress.
Here are five private dining destinations that promise to elevate your next occasion.
Proudfoots by the River – Warrnambool, Vic
Set inside an historic boathouse on the banks of the Hopkins River, Proudfoots
by the River offers a truly unique waterfront dining experience. With panoramic
views and a relaxed, elegant interior, it’s ideal for everything from private
dinners to all-inclusive weddings.
Menus feature local ingredients and native accents, like
pork belly with fennel salad and raspberry-strawberry gum sauce, or confit duck
paired with potato and anise myrtle gnocchi. Whether you’re sipping local wine
on the balcony or dancing into the night, this riverfront gem brings timeless
charm to every celebration.
Planning your big day or next function? Explore Proudfoots’ all-inclusive
packages.
29th Apartment – St Kilda, Vic
For something completely out of the box, head to 29th Apartment on Fitzroy
Street in St Kilda. This New York–inspired venue feels like you’ve stepped into
a friend’s flat - if that friend threw epic parties with DJs, gourmet pies and $1
pizza nights.
It’s fun, it’s funky and the open-plan layout is perfect
for mingling. Host your next birthday, engagement party, or cocktail event while
sipping a Mezcal Penicillin and enjoying unique bites like the Manhattan
lasagne or The Bronx mac ‘n’ cheese. With private events, weekly programming
and unbeatable atmosphere, 29th Apartment guarantees a night to remember.
Book your next event at 29th Apartment for a truly unique experience.
Noosa Cruiser Restaurant – Tewantin, Qld
Why settle for a static space when you can host your event on water? Noosa
Cruiser Restaurant delivers a luxury dining experience aboard a purpose-built
vessel gliding along the picturesque Noosa River. Whether it’s a wedding, team
celebration, or milestone birthday, this venue adds instant wow factor.
Enjoy a Mediterranean-inspired three-course meal, canapés, or
grazing boards crafted by the onboard Chef. Highlights include wild-caught tuna
tartare with finger lime pearls, or lamb shank with truffle purée and black
garlic paste. Add cocktails or live music for a full-on floating celebration.
Want to cruise into your next event? Book a private hire aboard Noosa Cruiser.
Three Birdies – Stroud, NSW
Perched inside the Stroud District Country Club, Three Birdies combines
laid-back hospitality with stunning country views and top-notch food.
Floor-to-ceiling glass windows frame the lush green surrounds, while a
fireplace adds cosy charm for Winter events.
Perfect for family gatherings, or relaxed weddings, the
catering is anything but standard. From loaded fries topped with pulled pork to
gourmet burgers and surf-and-turf pizzas, every dish is designed to impress.
With tailored menus and impeccable service, Three Birdies makes event planning
effortless.
Secure your spot at this hidden gem.
Middle Ground – Beaconsfield, Vic
Part café, part event haven, Middle Ground in Beaconsfield is a versatile space
that transitions beautifully from breakfast hangout to stylish function venue.
With a modern aesthetic, natural light and a warm community vibe, it’s the
perfect backdrop for everything from birthdays to baby showers.
The food? Elevated café favourites with flair - think spicy
scrambled eggs with chorizo crumble, or a crispy pork belly toastie with
chimichurri. Later in the day, a prawn roll with yuzu and crispy chilli oil, or a Korean fried chicken burger with kimchi mayo, add punchy flavour to any event
menu.
Looking for a local spot with major charm? Book Middle Ground for your next
celebration.
No matter the size or style of your event, these private dining destinations deliver atmosphere, flavour and flexibility in equal measure. From historic venues to floating kitchens, now’s the time to plan something truly special.
