Australia's Top Restaurants & Private Dining Venues 2025

The Private Kitchen offers an indoor space flooded with plenty of natural light and a large wrap around outdoor terrace. It’s a bright, open space that works for everything from team workshops to birthday dinners. The big glass windows let in loads of natural light, and there’s a wraparound terrace outside for fresh air or breakout chats.

It’s a simple, flexible room—no over-the-top styling, just a clean setup you can make your own. Whether you're planning something low-key or a bit more polished, it’s easy to customise.

The venue can be hired for breakfast, lunch, dinner or as a pop-up space.

Your event can be fully catered with all your food and beverage needs. You can choose from one of our award-winning Kensington Street Restaurants each offering a variety of menu options, or the venue can be dry hired where you can bring in your own team.

Looking for a venue that serves more than just a space? At Viet, we blend unforgettable ambiance with the bold, vibrant flavors of Southeast Asia to create events that sizzle from start to finish.

Whether you're hosting a sleek corporate function, an intimate dinner party, or a lively cocktail-style celebration, our versatile venue transforms to fit your vision. From sit-down elegance to stand-up mingling, we do it all – with a side of chili and charm.

Host your next event here at Viet and savour the Southeast Asian fare that’s meant to be shared!

Dark, sexy and theatrical, the restaurant features a leather panelled-bar with bronze back bar display.

A custom brass light fixture, an assortment of wood, steel and leather tables and chairs, surround an open kitchen and impressive wood-fired grill.

The custom-made artwork covers the walls of this 100-year-old heritage building, marrying the raw structure with the chic elements of a New York restaurant, offering the ideal venue to wow your guests.

In the kitchen, the Eastside team deliver a modern menu with influence from around the globe, and most notably, New York.

A variety of gastronomic offers, spanning land and sea, are sure to please all of your foodie guests.

BOOK YOUR NEXT EVENT AT HOLY DUCK! ...and treat your guests to Modern Chinese Delights.

Located on the ground floor of The Old Rum Store, in the lively Kensington Street precinct.

Watch as the chefs expertly prepare crispy, succulent ducks from the huge, traditional hanging gallery. It will be an experience all of your guests will remember.

Holy Duck! gives a nod to the joys of street food, whilst staying true to using top quality produce and delivering exciting flavour combinations. With duck at the core of the menu, Holy Duck! showcases next-level Chinese BBQs and roasts.

Holy Duck! is available for exclusive private functions and events, ideal for corporate gatherings, product launches, and team celebrations. This stylish venue blends elegance with a modern vibe, creating the perfect atmosphere for memorable corporate events and professional networking in a refined setting.

Located on Level 1, Dry Martini offers the perfect setting for exclusive gatherings of up to 80 guests.

Whether you’re planning an intimate birthday celebration or a stylish corporate function, the space exudes sophistication and charm, ideal for making unforgettable memories. Book now & elevate your next event with curated martinis, delicious bites & impeccable service.

Gavroche Chippendale brings not only classic French cuisine to Sydney, but also accoutrement from the culinary epicentre of the country – like the imposing oakwood entrance from Lyon’s venerable Brasserie Georges, brass-railed banquette seating, oversized carved wooden bar, hand-painted tiled walls, four-metre antique French silk weaver’s table, and 1950 Parisian VeloSoleX motorised bicycle suspended overhead.

The menu of Gavroche Chippendale pays homage to Parisian bistros. With an array of classic dishes that capture the Parisian spirit, and a wine list with a mix of hand-selected French and Australian wines, you’ve got the buzz of Paris in the heart of Sydney!

Gavroche Chippendale is available for exclusive private functions and events, accommodating up to 120 guests with minimum spend requirements. From intimate engagement parties to corporate gatherings, this elegant venue provides the perfect atmosphere for creating amazing moments in a refined setting.

Cartel is a modern Latin American restaurant and bar in the middle of Chippendale. The food’s bold, colourful, and made for sharing—great for big group vibes.

You can book out the whole venue for private events. Works well for parties, work functions, or any get-together where you want something a bit different. The space has energy, bright decor, and a fun atmosphere that gives any event a Latin flair.

Cartel pays homage to the intense and diverse cultural and culinary makeup of South America with a drinks menu that has been curated by international mixologist Grant Collins.

Cartel Kensington Street offers a range of food and beverage menu options for all types of events.

Bring some South American flavour to your event at Cartel!

Olio Kensington Street is the perfect space for your next event.

Olio opened its doors in 2017 with a vision to showcase the beauty of modern Italian cuisine in the heart of Sydney. Located in the heritage-listed Old Rum Store on Kensington Street, Olio offers a warm and elegant space where timeless Italian flavours meet contemporary culinary craft.

Today, a team of passionate Italian chefs lead the kitchen, drawing on tradition, creativity, and seasonal produce to deliver an evolving menu rooted in authenticity. From handmade pasta to delicate seafood dishes, every plate reflects a deep respect for Italian culinary culture.

All events deserve a great setting whether you are hosting a corporate lunch or dinner, wedding, engagement party, end of year celebration, milestone birthday, a family gathering or a canapé cocktail celebration.

While Olio is full of character and good vibe, the venue is simple enough for you to transform to suit your next bespoke event.

Nestled in the heart of the Swan Valley, Oakover Grounds is a versatile and picturesque venue perfect for weddings, private celebrations, and corporate events. Surrounded by rolling vineyards and lush landscapes, our unique venue offers indoor and outdoor event spaces, including a rustic lakefront barn, sprawling lawns, and charming garden areas. Whether you're planning an intimate gathering or a large-scale event, Oakover Grounds delivers warm hospitality, tailored packages, and seamless coordination to bring your vision to life. With on-site catering, premium local wines, and stunning photo opportunities at every turn, it's the ideal backdrop for your next unforgettable occasion. Enquire today to start planning your event.

Flowerdale Estate is located in the picturesque Valley of A Thousand Hills. With its stunning gardens and rolling hills, it’s the idyllic location for your wellness retreat, conference or corporate event.

We conference differently, grounded in nature. Connection, inspiration and performance beckon within this setting.

Distinctive meeting spaces, an array of very special break out areas, onsite accommodation and superb dining, make Flowerdale Estate the perfect venue.

Versatile Meeting Spaces: We provide two main meeting spaces accommodating 10 to 220 people, including the stunning indoor/outdoor space known as The Pavilion and the Mackenzie Room, which is located within the historic homestead. We also have other interior and exterior casual breakout spaces and informal meeting places available.

Tech-Ready Facilities: Both the Pavilion and the Mackenzie Room are equipped with the latest technology.

Culinary Excellence: Indulge in gourmet experiences at Gracie’s Restaurant led by Executive Chef Dominic Grundy, whose experience includes iconic 3 Michelin Star Le Gavroche among other Michelin and Rosette awarded restaurants. Chef Dominic and this team will curate unforgettable seasonally led menus for you. A culinary masterclass with Chef is a conference option.

On-Site Accommodation: The stresses of city life will melt away. Our 62-person capacity includes Estate rooms that can either be a king bed or twin configured; luxury eco glamping tents; homestead suites and a self-contained four-bedroom guest house.

Recreational Activities: Explore our indoor solar-heated pool, undercover tennis court, billiards and fitness rooms and guest lounge with an open fire. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy King Parrot Creek Walking track, fishing, biking, lawn games and a face to face with our friendly farm animals.

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