Stylish Private Dining Rooms in Brisbane
Searching for a chic, flexible space with an exclusive mood for your next event? Brisbane’s private dining rooms provide an impressive blend of quiet intimacy and stunning views paired with exquisite food and beverage options to wow your guests. The best part? These venues cater for gatherings of all sizes – from intimate to large groups – offering an array of hosting options from casual to elevated dining with minimal effort on your part to deliver a memorable and successful event.
Blackbird Bar & Grill, Brisbane City
Blackbird’s 1920s Prohibition-era design flows into its three private function rooms with dedicated wait staff to attend to your needs. The wine-lined walls of the Champagne Room and Cellar Room provide a talking point, while the more contemporary Deco Room features printed metallic wallpaper and expansive Eagle Street Pier vistas. For semi-private dining with a view of the kitchen theatre from the main room, the slightly elevated Chandelier Table seats 14.
Best for: Riverside dining and large groups
What’s on the menu: Modern Australian cuisine
Capacity:
Champagne Room: 12 pax
Chandelier Table: 14 pax
Cellar Room: 24 pax
Deco Room: 28 pax
Customs House, Brisbane City
Customs House has been a city icon since the late 1880s and contains two private dining spaces catered by the award-winning Customs House Restaurant. The Sylvia Jones Boardroom – named after a former Lord Mayoress – has a single heritage cedar table that seats up to 24 guests with crystal chandeliers above and a marble fireplace. For something more intimate, the 10-guest Charitable Trusts Room & Reid Dining Room feature heritage accents, including the last remaining original brass light fitting, and a private balcony with Story Bridge and Riverside Terrace views.
Best for: Functions of all sizes in heritage surrounds
What’s on the menu: Modern Australian cuisine with locally sourced produce.
Capacity:
Sylvia Jones Boardroom: 22–24 pax
Reid Dining Room & Charitable Trusts Room: 8–30 pax
The Long Room & The River Terrace: up to 200 pax
Naldham House, Brisbane City
Nestled in Brisbane City, Naldham House offers European classic brasserie-style dining in heritage surrounds with old-fashioned service – complete with a pianist. The former Australian United Steam Navigation Company building has two private dining options for between 10 to 20 guests: The Brasserie – a lush, green-hued room and The Terrace – a ground-floor outdoor area.
Best for: Pan-European dining in sophisticated surrounds
What’s on the menu: Canapé and banquet menus and a function wine list
Capacity:
The Brasserie & The Terrace: 10-20 pax
Old Government House, Brisbane City
The historic official residence of the Governor of Queensland, Old Government House (OGH) was built in the 1860s as the state’s first public building. The elegant venue overlooks the City Botanic Gardens, and the Dining Room and Drawing Room will take guests back in time with the original fireplace, high ceilings and wrap-around verandas. The smaller Billiard Room has a private entrance for VIP treatment along with the original long dining room table as a centrepiece.
Best for: Elegant and sophisticated events in a historic setting
What’s on the menu: Cuisine on Cue caters OGH events
Capacity:
The Billiard Room: 22 pax
The Dining Room: 50 pax
The Drawing Room: 50 pax
Sofitel Brisbane Central, Brisbane City
Sofitel Brisbane Central offers refined French-inspired dining in several onsite venues, guaranteed to elevate event proceedings of any size or occasion. The Privé private dining room exudes Gallic elegance for 30 or host up to 70 or 80 guests in the Concorde and Odeon room respectively, the 60-guest Bastille space is best suited for social cocktail events or the flexible St Germain space seats up to 50 guests for small soirées.
Best for: A classic French experience in the heart of Brisbane
What's on the menu: Two or three-course set menus or cocktail events
Capacity:
Odeon: 80 pax
Concorde: 70 pax
Bastille: 60 pax
St Germain: 50 pax
Privé: 30 pax
Walter’s Steakhouse, Brisbane City
Located in Old Mineral House near City Botanic Gardens, Walter’s Steakhouse is named after Walter Hill, who created the landscaped parklands. The restaurant’s timeless dark timber furnishings and rich leather banquettes styled by Anna Spiro create an elegant and refined atmosphere, catering for 22 in one space or up to 50 guests across two private dining rooms.
Best for: A classic steakhouse experience in distinguished surrounds
What’s on the menu: Banquet or three-course alternate drop set menus
Capacity:
Room one and two: 22 pax
Both rooms: 50 pax
Babylon Brisbane, Brisbane City
With a sparkling location on the Brisbane River at Eagle Street Pier, Babylon Brisbane brings the Levantine social style of dining and Middle Eastern hospitality to the forefront of everything they do. Arrange an intimate culinary experience in the gilded Kasr indoor private dining room with gold accents, which can seat up to 14 guests around a convivial table with private wait staff on hand.
Best for: Social dining in an opulent, intimate space
What’s on the menu: A variety of Middle Eastern set menus and beverage packages
Capacity:
Kasr: 14 pax
Izakaya Publico, Brisbane City
Within Hotel Indigo Brisbane City Centre hotel near North Quay, Izakaya Publico offers a creative take on Japanese cuisine in a boldly realised environment that’s slightly removed from the CBD bustle. Nestled next to the neighbouring Bar 1603 Japanese whiskey lounge, The Veranda is a hidden spot with exquisitely patterned wallpaper and natural light that can cater for 15 guests, boardroom-style, or 34 diners for a banquet. Conference packages are also available.
Best for: Catered functions from breakfast to full-day events
What’s on the menu: Set and plated menus, half- and full-day conference packages
Capacity:
The Veranda: 34 pax
Lennons Restaurant & Bar, Brisbane City
Hyatt Regency Brisbane’s Lennons Restaurant & Bar is perfectly placed at the upper end of Queen Street Mall, welcoming guests to its convenient location. A stylish private dining room for a 28-seat boardroom-style function or up to 48 dinner guests to the side of the main restaurant. The venue provides an unobstructed view of the alfresco shopping mall plus floor-to-ceiling sliding doors to enjoy the open-plan kitchen or shuttered for privacy.
Best for: Being in the centre of Brisbane’s retail heart
What’s on the menu: Classic bistro fare, fine wines and cocktails with flair
Capacity:
Lennons Private Dining Room: 48 pax
Azteca, Brisbane City
Where vibrant Latin American-inspired dining meets elegant Asian cuisine, Azteca showcases a bold menu in standout surrounds atop Queen’s Wharf Brisbane. Behind an Aztec-style wooden door, the private dining room for 12 sit-down guests will also create a memorable experience with a hidden sanctuary featuring cascading waterfall walls and Aztec accents complemented by the Latin American-Asian fusion menu.
Best for: Events seeking a buzzing atmosphere and eclectic setting .
What’s on the menu: Three set banquet options, including omakase and wine pairing.
Capacity: 12 pax
Agnes, Fortitude Valley
Situated in a brick warehouse in an undiscovered corner of Fortitude Valley, Agnes celebrates simple food cooked with fiery flair, featuring the freshest local produce and a range of exceptional wines and delicious cocktails. The upstairs 24-guest private dining room has a view of the wood-fired kitchen on the main floor and a dedicated floor team to cater to your every event need.
Best for: Acclaimed dining with a distinct wood-fired difference.
What’s on the menu: Set menu options celebrating wood-fired cooking and locally sourced seasonal produce.
Capacity: 24 pax
Biànca, Fortitude Valley
For classic Italian trattoria staples in a chic and sleek setting located in Brisbane’s trendy James Street precinct, Biànca can host 36 guests in the upstairs private dining room with a set menu of rustic favourites, or the entire restaurant can be hired for up to 90 seated.
Best for: Stylish, intimate Italian-inspired soirées.
What’s on the menu: Set multi-course Italian menus.
Capacity: 36 pax
Boom Boom Room, Brisbane City
The subterranean Boom Boom Room offers a variety of opulent private dining spaces juxtaposed with an inspired menu of tasty Japanese street food. Guests will be in awe as they sit around the dazzling Oulton Table – accommodating just seven beneath a giant chandelier, or the Rex Table centrepiece in the 21-seat Trumpet Room. Venture through bona fide 1920s-era bank vault doors into The Vaults, seating up to 18, or book The Banker’s Lounge for groups of 32 for sit-down dinners or 60 for stand-up cocktails.
Best for: Japanese street food in hidden, decadent rooms.
What’s on the menu: Set packages from Otsumani finger food to banquet menus.
Capacity:
The Oulton Table: 7 pax
The Vaults: 18 pax
The Trumpet Room: 21 pax
The Banker’s Lounge: 32 pax
Donna Chang, Brisbane City
Donna Chang is a visually arresting restaurant in the heart of Brisbane City with a storied past as a former bank building. Ascend the staircase to find three private dining rooms with ornately detailed ceilings and clay chandeliers that pay tribute to the building’s heritage. A modern Chinese menu pairs perfectly with the Art Deco-inspired pastel interiors and elegant furnishings.
Best for: An unforgettable dining experience in a heritage setting.
What’s on the menu: Modern Chinese banquet menus and function packs.
Capacity:
Mezzanine Room One: 20 pax
Mezzanine Room Two: 18 pax
Mezzanine Room Three: 29 pax
Gerard’s Bistro, Fortitude Valley
Dine in style within the Gerard’s Bistro private dining room over a bold and moreish banquet menu that celebrates Middle Eastern cuisine with a modern twist. Hidden behind the mosaic wall with private entry, the room offers an exclusive experience in one of Brisbane’s must-visit restaurants to enjoy elevated food and drink options for your next event.
Best for: A bold and refined Middle Eastern-inspired dining experience.
What’s on the menu: Choice of two set menus (three- or four-courses).
Capacity: 30 pax
Madame Wu, Brisbane City
The Red Lantern Room at Madame Wu ticks all the boxes for a cosy and private sit-down function. Seating up to 24 guests, the views over the Brisbane River and across to the Kangaroo Point Cliffs are spectacular. Choose from two banquet menus designed by the restaurant’s executive chef that showcase some of the best Asian fusion dishes.
Best for: Pan-Asian cultural fusion with river views.
What’s on the menu: Banquet dining
Capacity: 24 pax
OTTO Brisbane, South Bank
The experience at OTTO will enthral guests from start to finish with fine dining and panoramic riverside views of South Bank Parklands. OTTO’s semi-private dining room options offer intimate spaces enclosed in glass without distancing diners from the buzz of the kitchen, while the indoor/outdoor Piazza allows guests to soak up the alfresco ambience. An award-winning wine list complements the Southern Italian cuisine.
Best for: Gourmet Italian dining with a South Bank riverfront view.
What’s on the menu: Two-course lunch and three-course dinner menus.
Capacity:
Centrale: 12 pax
Sopra: 48 pax
Piazza: 60 pax
Rothwell’s Bar & Grill, Brisbane City
A firm favourite for classic dining and a martini with a twist, Rothwell’s Wine Room exudes intimate luxury with dark wood fixtures and original George Johnson artworks, seating up to 12 guests. Located in the atmospheric basement level, The Cellar private dining space offers premium European wines dating back to the 1920s.
Best for: Classic vintages and curated share or a la carte menus.
What’s on the menu: Wine-matched Experience Menu for a rare treat.
Capacity:
The Wine Room: 12 pax
The Cellar: 40 pax
Settimo at The Westin Brisbane, Brisbane City
Chef Guy Rossi’s award-winning Settimo Italian restaurant brings vibrant Amalfi Coast flavours to Brisbane at The Westin. The bright and breezy atmosphere extends to the custom-designed private dining room with floor-to-ceiling windows and handcrafted furnishings, welcoming 20 guests for a sit-down lunch and dinner along with a separate space known as The Wine Room for pre-dinner drinks or stand-up cocktails.
Best for: Casual, coastal ambience for lunch or dinner.
What’s on the menu: Multi-course Italian set menus.
Capacity: 20 pax
Sokyo at The Star Brisbane, Brisbane City
Located within The Star Grand Lobby, Sokyo Brisbane is a cutting-edge contemporary Japanese experience fuelled by innovation under executive chef Alex Yu with a comprehensive selection of Japanese beer, whiskey, and sake. Enjoy semi-private dining and booths hidden away from the main area in a circular space seating up to 16.
Best for: Intimate events and formal celebrations.
What’s on the menu: Group or signature sharing menus.
Capacity: 16 pax
STILTS, Brisbane City
Ideally located on Kangaroo Point Bridge on the Brisbane River, STILTS takes its inspiration from the classic Queenslander home to distil the finest produce, local creativity and warm hospitality into a riverside fine dining experience with uninterrupted views of the cityscape, Story Bridge and Kangaroo Point Cliffs. Elevate your event in the fully enclosed private dining room, which seats 12, overlooking the City Botanic Gardens.
Best for: Modern Australian cuisine in a unique riverfront venue.
What’s on the menu: A la carte and banquet menus.
Capacity: 12 pax
Supernormal, Brisbane City
Supernormal Brisbane celebrates Brisbane’s relaxed, tropical urban charm and local ingredients with an elegant, light-filled space upstairs for private lunches, or dinner events for 46 seated guests or up to 70 standing. The Bridge Room features access to an exclusive balcony with the scenic backdrop of the Brisbane River and Story Bridge.
Best for: Subtropical Asian dining and cocktails.
What’s on the menu: A la carte and banquet menus.
Capacity: The Bridge Room: 70 pax
Treasury Brisbane, Brisbane City
Dining in one of Brisbane’s grandest buildings is already an exquisite experience, but Treasury Brisbane’s private dining option will further elevate special and corporate events. Ryan’s Private Dining Room within the refined Ryan’s On the Park lounge bar is an elegant space, seating up to 60 guests and overlooking Queens Park.
Best for: Historic and elegant events.
What’s on the menu: Tailored menu.
Capacity: 60 pax
1889 ENOTECA, Woolloongabba
Tucked away in Woolloongabba, 1889 ENOTECA’s basement wine cellar is also the Italian restaurant’s private function space. Housed in a circa-1889 heritage building, it evokes Rome’s rustic enoteche (wine shops) with warm lighting, cool brick, vintage bottles and wrought iron gates. Select a three-course menu for eight to 24 guests or dine ‘family style’ with the four-course ‘famiglia a tavola’ menu for 10 to 40 guests.
Best for: Atmospheric wining and Italian dining in a private cellar.
What’s on the menu: Three- or four-course traditional Italian menus.
Capacity: 40 pax
