The Editors here at [MPD] have selected some of their favourite Inner Suburbs private spaces & secret places, to eat, drink, and throw an intimate dinner party in style, seperate away from the crowd!
Dinner by Heston Blumenthal is one of the world’s most exciting restaurants.Dinner takes its creative inspiration from our historic and nostalgic culinary past. This ultra-modern dining experience offers an elegant, sophisticated backdrop in which to enjoy internationally acclaimed award winning cuisine. Between its two restaurants in London and Melbourne, Dinner has received a list of awards and accolades including two michelin stars in London, and two hats in The Age, Good Food Guide, Melbourne.Following years of research, the culinary exploration of chefs Heston Blumenthal and Ashley Palmer-Watts has resulted in a modern menu of dishes that have been inspired by historic recipes and history books. Some elements date as far back as the 13th Century. Working with food historians in Australia and the UK, as well as endless hours of library research, the two chefs have created a unique and original dining experience.The menu at Dinner is accompanied by an eclectic selection of global wines and a cocktail bar that offers a unique bespoke range of exclusive drinks, distillations and infusions.
Located at the Paris End of Collins Street is Melbourne’s premium seafood private dining experience! 2 intimate dining rooms, 1 seating up to 26 guests the other up to 35 guests. Renowned for some of this cities freshest crayfish and sustainable produce, it’s the perfect place to celebrate birthday dinners, business lunches and group gatherings. Food Packages are available from $65pp with Beverages on consumption or organised prior to your event.
Located in the heart of the urban jungle of Richmond, Botherambo will take you on a culinary adventure that will entice your taste buds. With a range that boasts popular Asian dishes made with locally sourced ingredients, this will be a dining experience you will never forget.Botherambo has a variety of beautiful spaces perfect for private celebrations which offer options from an intimate dinner for 8 to cocktail parties of 150 people, and plenty of other group sizes in between. The location is perfect for events, just a stones throw from Richmond Station, one stop from the city and has a tram stop directly out the front which makes it very easy for guests to travel to and from Botherambo from anywhere in Melbourne.
Hidden away in the cellar of this historic hotel is one of Melbourne’s best kept private dining room secrets. Award winning chef Sean Donovan works his magic with the tastiest of Gastro pub fare. Great steaks, great craft beer and wine is on offer for seated groups of up to 40 guests and is ideal for corporate business lunches and family birthday dinners. For larger groups there are several special private and semi-private spaces ranging from 60 guests seated and cocktail party spaces up to 100 guests. Food and Beverage packages can be pre-arranged prior to suit your budget,and full AV is available.
Shannon Bennett's established fine dining, recently reinvigorated in the move to Level 55 of Melbourne's iconic Rialto. Vue de monde is testament to the belief that restaurant dining can be a wondrous, unforgettable experience and pays homage to classical fine dining in a sophisticated, modern context. Originally housed in a quirky terrace building in Drummond Street Carlton, Vue de monde relocated in 2005 to the historic Normanby Chambers in Melbourne’s central business district. Evolving from a classical French style restaurant with a niche following, the move signified a shift in direction, with a focus on the theatrical and the dedication to dining as an experience. Vue de monde was lauded in its original location, including chef/owner Shannon Bennett being awarded the Australian Gourmet Traveller's inaugural 'Best New Talent' Award in 2003. It was the move to the new premises that Vue de monde achieved widespread critical acclaim and international recognition, including a then unprecedented 19/20 from The Age Good Food Guide.In June 2011 Vue de monde relocated to the 55th floor of Melbourne’s iconic Rialto building, which challenged the notion that great dining cannot exist at great heights A pared back and sophisticated space, the design reflects on Australia’s history - it references Melbourne’s glory days during the gold rush and other cultural icons including the out back dunny! With the sweeping views across the city and beyond, plus a stunning neon conceptual art piece by seminal artist Joseph Kosuth - interpreting one of Charles Darwin’s sketches - forms the back drop for the restaurant. The ‘view’ is finally in Vue de monde.
Serving Melbourne’s finest seafood produce, executed to perfection, your event is in good hands with founders and operators Michael and Fiona Bacash.The upstairs stunning private dining-room is hidden away form the crowd, has floor to ceiling windows with the refined event space which enjoys lush botanic gardens views. Seating up to 40 guests the exclusive and intimate space is suitable for small weddings, family birthday dinners, corporate lunches and other special functions. The premium facilities combined with Bacash’s award winning, chef’s hat reputation for beautifully cooked seafood food makes this restaurant, the perfect place for any memorable occasion.Set Menu’s for food start at $70pp up to $95pp, with a 3 course A La Carte fixed option at $95pp. The best in beverages are on offer on consumption.
Meat Market South Wharf is a Restaurant / Bar and Event Space in Melbourne's newest dining precinct, South Wharf. Inspired by the Australian BBQ, where the grill takes centre stage and the act of cooking is part of the social occasion, sit at the central open kitchen and interact with our chefs or dine alfresco on the terrace and enjoy the views of the Yarra River, the City skyline, Convention and Exhibition Centre, Crown Casino and the Docklands. Our farm friendly philosophy is a reflection of our social and environmental responsibility and our aim to provide you, our customer, with the best quality products. Our menu is an eclectic mix of meat dishes from small snack or sharing items right up to steak sharing platters. There is something for everyone ... including vegetarians.Our rustic and heritage listed space is bright and open and with surrounding terraces every table is blessed with a fantastic view. Our private dining room is perfect for groups up to 14 and we can cater for intimate functions of 10 right up to canapes for 300 people. Traveling to and from Meat Market is easy with public transport close by including a water taxi point right at our door step and discounted parking at DFO.
The Point is an award winning restaurant located on the waters of Albert Park Lake which boasts stunning panoramic views of the lake and Melbourne city skyline. With floor to ceiling glass windows and a spacious balcony to enjoy the view you are treated to a water front dining experience like no other. The Point showcases Modern Australian cuisine by Executive Chef Andrew Harmer. Awarded an Age Good Food Guide hat again for 2015, and our latest achievement winner of The Age Good Food guide 2015 Wine List of the Year. With degustation and a la carte menus carefully crafted with contemporary Australian flare, the high quality of food is matched with unrivalled service. There’s nothing more indulgent than a meal consisting of confit king salmon, saffron hollandaise and wild garlic, following with Western Plains suckling pig, piccalilli, apple vinegar, sage potato finishing it off with blackcurrant mosaic, coconut & almond cream with Blackberry sorbet. Accompanied by an encyclopaedic collection of some of the world’s most classic and famed wines, we have more than 1,700 different examples boasting one of Australia’s most extensive wine lists. The Point is conveniently located 10 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD; with ample parking directly outside of the venue and lift access, our unrivalled dining experience awaits you. Bookings are highly recommended.
Fiesta was established in 1986 and has been offering vibrant flavours of South American and Mexican food to many satisfied customers over the years. Situated in the heart of Toorak Road, South Yarra, Fiesta is close to many nightspots on Chapel street and the Jam Factory cinema complex. We are open every evening for dinner from 5pm till late and are the most renowned Mexican restaurant in Melbourne.
This multi-faceted, contemporary Prahran gastro pub has 2 exclusive private dining options on offer, both adorned with the art of the talented Ash Keating’s wall designs. The Mrs Smith Room – comfortably seats groups of up to 24 guests. Whilst the Mr Smith Room - comfortably seats groups of up to 40 guests. Food packages range between $48pp -$68pp. Beverage is on consumption or packages can be tailored prior to your event. Great for any group dinner party or business get together.
Set discreetly within the grounds of the former Royal Mint lies The Mint Bar and Restaurant. Designed to complement Melbourne’s eclectic weather, come inside and warm up by the open fires, or soak up the sunshine in one of the city’s largest beer gardens. Whether you’re after a gastronomic lunch, a memorable function venue or just a few cheeky drinks after work, come and enjoy this uniquely venue.
Tucked away in the heart of Richmond, just 5 minutes away from the CBD, the Kingston Hotel with its old style charm and modern features is a hidden treasure and is the perfect spot to getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. Whether it’s for a quiet drink or your wedding, the Kingston Hotel offers a variety of options.Built in the 1800’s, the original features and vibrant history have been maintained with its beautiful paved courtyard and grass beer garden offering a peaceful and quiet setting. After a recent extension, the Kingston Hotel boasts a stunning sunlight filled and air-conditioned restaurant with floor to ceiling windows, which overlooks both outdoor areas.The Kingston Hotel offers a warm and welcoming experience all year round. Whether you want to sit in front of the cozy fireplace in the winter with a wine, or take a seat out in our beer garden with a beer through summer, it’s always the right time to visit.RestaurantThe Kingston Restaurant offers you an a la carte dining experience. With the capacity to seat 100 people, this bright sun filled restaurant overlooking the garden is perfect for all occasions.Our Modern Australian cuisine has been created by our chefs to enhance each dining experience. The combination of modern earthy tones, floor to ceiling windows and original decor makes the Kingston Restaurant a relaxed, warm and inviting place to dine.Open daily for both lunch and dinner. The restaurant is available for all occasions.FunctionsThe Kingston Hotel is suitable for all style of events. Whether it is an engagement, Business Seminar, Dinner, Luncheon or Breakfast, Product Launches, Themed Events, Birthdays, Anniversaries or Weekly or Monthly meetings, the Kingston can cater for all your requirements.Whether you have a small gathering or a large event, the Kingston has a range of spaces to suit your needs.Offering sit down menu options or stand up canapé style, our function pack includes all the options for your selection.