Host Your Next Event at RESIDENCE:
Melbourne's Premier Venue for Functions & Private Dining

At RESIDENCE at the Potter, we specialize in creating unforgettable events. Whether you are planning a sophisticated corporate function, an elegant Christmas party, a milestone birthday celebration, or an intimate private dinner, our versatile spaces and dedicated team are here to deliver a flawless and memorable experience tailored to your vision.


Located within the iconic Potter Museum of Art, our Parkville venue offers a unique and impressive setting for any occasion. With standout drinks, mouth-watering food, and exceptional service, we are the perfect choice for your next Melbourne event.

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We offer three distinct spaces, each providing a unique atmosphere for your gathering, from small office parties to large-scale corporate events.

OUR EVENT SPACES

The Semi-Private Dining Room:
Intimate Dinners & Corporate Meetings

Perfect for intimate private dining, special occasions, and executive board dinners, this space offers privacy while maintaining a connection to the vibrant atmosphere of our main dining room through views of the open kitchen.  

  • Capacity: 8 to 14 guests (seated).  

  • What You Get:

    Guests will enjoy our signature set menu, a multi-course journey through the best of the current residency.

  • Cost: $120 per person.

    Beverage Packages

    To complement your corporate or private event, we offer three curated beverage packages featuring exceptional local wines. Packages are available for 2, 3, or 4-hour durations.

Exclusive Hire of RESIDENCE at the Potter:
The Ultimate Private Function Venue

For larger events, make the entire RESIDENCE at the Potter dining room exclusively yours. This elegant space is the ideal Melbourne venue for a significant birthday party, an exclusive corporate dinner, or a memorable Christmas party.  

  • Capacity: Up to 40 guests (seated) or up to 70 guests (standing cocktail party).  

  • What You Get:

    Seated Events: A four-course set menu, a journey through the best of RESIDENCE.

    Standing Events: A selection of elegant canapés for a sophisticated cocktail function.

  • Cost:

    Seated: $120 per person.

    Standing: Canapés are priced individually, starting from $10pp.

    Minimum Spends: A minimum spend applies for exclusive evening hire, starting from $2,500.

    Beverage Packages

    To complement your corporate or private event, we offer three curated beverage packages featuring exceptional local wines. Packages are available for 2, 3, or 4-hour durations.

Events in The Foyer:
Large-Scale Corporate Events & Celebrations

For the largest gatherings, The Foyer offers a dynamic and expansive area perfect for product launches, large cocktail parties, and grand corporate events. This space provides a stunning backdrop for any major celebration.  

 

  • Capacity: Up to 60 guests (seated) or up to 120 guests (standing).  

  • What You Get:

    Seated Events: A generous four-course set menu featuring choices for the main course.

    Standing Events: A selection of elegant canapés for a large-scale cocktail function.

  • Cost:

    Seated: $110 per person.

    Standing: Canapés are priced individually, starting from $10pp.

    Beverage Packages

    To complement your corporate or private event, we offer three curated beverage packages featuring exceptional local wines. Packages are available for 2, 3, or 4-hour durations.

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