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5 Unforgettable Private Dining Venues for Special Occasions


When it comes to hosting special events, these five exceptional restaurants deliver unforgettable private dining experiences. From refined Indian cuisine to sustainable vegan menus, these venues combine stunning settings, impeccable service, and extraordinary food to ensure your celebration is one to remember.

Atta Restaurant – Albert Park, VIC

Transforming traditional Indian cuisine into a modern art form, Atta Restaurant in Albert Park offers a sophisticated space for private dining. With white-beamed ceilings, blond wood tables, and dishes as visually stunning as they are delicious, this venue is perfect for weddings, anniversaries, and corporate gatherings.

5 Unforgettable Private Dining Venues for Special Occasions

Enjoy a 5-course dinner for up to 70 guests or an elegant cocktail party for 110. Start with tandoori chicken fritters with chickpea chutney and zucchini flower, then indulge in mains like lamb Chennai with curry leaves and tomato gravy or King prawns in coconut milk and sun-dried chillies. Atta’s team is dedicated to making your event unforgettable, with incredible food and impeccable service.

Bella Venezia – Mooloolaba, QLD

For a quintessential Italian dining experience, head to Bella Venezia on Mooloolaba’s vibrant Esplanade. Since 1983, this Chef-hatted restaurant has been delighting guests with its blend of premium local produce and imported ingredients, paired with an award-winning wine list.

5 Unforgettable Private Dining Venues for Special Occasions

The private dining room accommodates groups of 10-20, making it ideal for birthdays, business meetings, or celebrations. Larger gatherings of up to 70 seated guests or 80 in a canapé-style setting can enjoy standout dishes like duck leg ravioli or braised pork belly. With over 500 wines to choose from, Bella Venezia ensures every event is a feast for the senses.

Twine Restaurant – Pokolbin, NSW

Nestled in the Hunter Valley’s Wynwood Estate, Twine Restaurant boasts picturesque vineyard views and a rose-trimmed courtyard perfect for private events. From corporate conferences to weddings, Twine offers a seamless blend of exceptional service, ambiance, and locally sourced Modern Australian cuisine.

5 Unforgettable Private Dining Venues for Special Occasions

Treat your guests to dishes like pink gin and citrus-cured ocean trout, slow-cooked beef brisket with smoky BBQ glaze, or salted caramel crème brûlée with toffee top and chocolate honeycomb. Paired with Hunter Valley wines, Twine ensures every aspect of your event is handled with care and sophistication.

No Bones – Byron Bay, NSW

For a sustainable and stylish celebration, No Bones in Byron Bay is the go-to venue. This plant-based tapas and cocktail bar on Fletcher Street delivers innovative vegan dishes and a relaxed vibe under twinkling fairy lights.

5 Unforgettable Private Dining Venues for Special Occasions

From intimate weddings to corporate events, No Bones offers a range of options tailored to your needs. Choose from a pre-designed tasting menu or craft your own experience with dishes like kalamari with nori salt and miso aioli, or butter curry with roast cauliflower and green beans. With their commitment to sustainability, No Bones ensures your event is as meaningful as it is delicious.

Mt Bera Cellar Door, Restaurant and Winery – Gumeracha, SA

Overlooking the breathtaking Torrens Valley, Mt Bera Cellar Door offers a boutique private dining experience surrounded by park-like gardens. Whether it’s a casual gathering with wood-fired pizza or a fine-dining affair, this family-owned estate provides a versatile and picturesque setting.

5 Unforgettable Private Dining Venues for Special Occasions

Indulge in their Exploration menu with highlights like ocean trout with quinoa and fennel, kangaroo backstrap with smoked beetroot, and salted dark chocolate with olive oil and Granny Smith apple. Pair your meal with Mt Bera’s estate wines for a full culinary journey that will leave your guests in awe.

These private dining venues combine stunning locations, exceptional food, and bespoke service to create unforgettable events. Whether it’s a wedding, corporate function, or birthday celebration, these restaurants offer the perfect blend of atmosphere and flavour for any occasion.

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Twine Restaurant

Overlooking picturesque vineyards, Twine Restaurant spills out onto a rose-trimmed courtyard ideal for weddings and leisurely lunches, from its location on Oakey Creek Road in Pokolbin. Nestled ins...

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Bella Venezia

Prepare for a tantalising journey of Italian dining at Bella Venezia, a popular hot spot on Mooloolaba’s vibrant Esplanade at Pacific Beach Resort. Calling this iconic precinct home since 1983, Bel...

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Atta Restaurant

Changing the perception, head to Atta Restaurant on Victoria Avenue in Albert Park for food to stimulate the senses. This Melbourne restaurant offers classic dishes from all corners of India with a...

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No Bones Byron Bay

No Bones about it! This Byron Bay plant-powered tapas and cocktail bar is on a mission to save the Earth one Brussels sprout at a time. Nestled on Fletcher Street not far from the salty sea air of ...

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Mt Bera Cellar Door, Restaurant and Winery

Take in beautiful vistas overlooking the Torrens Valley and park-like gardens at Mt Bera Cellar Door, Restaurant and Winery on Torrens Valley Road in Gumeracha. Whether dining in the restaurant or ...

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