8 private dining rooms perfect for team celebrations

It’s the perfect time to reward your team and reflect on a job well done. Maybe it’s a client lunch or a team dinner you’re planning for – these standout restaurants with private rooms boast stylish spaces and exceptional menus, perfect for hosting a group-friendly celebration your team will be raving about.
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It's perfect for dining with drama - it’s glitzy, bold and oh-so-South Yarra.You need to try the best vodka pasta you'll ever eat and the tiramisu martini.Look out for lush interiors, live DJs and a rooftop that brings the heat.
Just minutes from Melbourne’s CBD, Stella Rooftop & Dining is four levels of Italian-inspired dining, including a private dining room and wine cellar. Perfect for EOFY team dinners or client lunches, you can except a refined menu, tasty cocktails and some of the best rooftop views in the city. It’s a true group friendly restaurant that delivers elegance and a touch of South Yarra sunshine.
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It's perfect for sealing the deal with handshakes and great platesYou need to try the succulent Marrunga Lamb, served smoky eggplant and green kaleLook out for ‘Kemuri’, an ethereal ceiling installation crafted from wire by artist Racso Jugarap
Step into the smoky magic of Ibushi, where the tradition of robata grilling is underpinned by the energy of Tokyo’s laneways. It’s a private dining-friendly venue that’s perfect for teams that are after a totally immersive experience. Share flame-grilled skewers and delicious meats in a setting that is all about connection and flavour.
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It's perfect for impressing someone with excellent taste and a weakness for natural wine.You need to try the raw beef with smoked egg yolk and fermented chilli.Look out for moody lighting, polished timber, and that dreamy mezzanine-level wine bar.
A local institution, Press Food & Wine* is a two-level spot that champions South Australian produce. The upstairs private dining space is airy and light-filled – a great setting for group celebrations. On the other hand, the downstairs bar is perfect for pre-dinner drinks. With share plates, tasting menus and top-notch service, it’s a clear pick for corporate gatherings that require taste and atmosphere.
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It's perfect for modern Chinese done with Parisian panache.You need to try the Peking duck or dim sum, elevated yet still nostalgic.Look out for Art Deco chandeliers, marble tables, velvet seating, and those wood-panelled walls that whisper opulence.
Housed in a beautiful heritage-listed building, Donna Chang plates up refined Modern Chinese cuisine with a luxe edge. In the heart of the Brisbane CBD on George Street, its private function rooms and ambient interiors make it a go-to for team celebrations. Flavours are influenced by Cantonese and Sichuan traditions, so you can expect a memorable meal for business dining done right.
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It's perfect for people-watching on the terraced balcony with friendsYou need to try a glass of Victorian pinot noir from their hyper-local wine list - it’s a love letter in a bottle.Look out for their all-weather terrace – it's giving greenhouse vibes
Celebrate your team’s latest win at Victoria by Farmer’s Daughters, a well-loved venue devoted to showcasing the finest local produce and Gippsland’s diverse flavours. Tucked into Federation Square, you can experience private dining options alongside seasonal menus and a regional wine list. For teams comparing restaurants with function rooms that also have plenty of history and sustainability to them, this is your place.
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It's perfect for moody dinners with luxe vibes and modern Cantonese flair.You need to try the signature cocktails and broad live seafood offeringLook out for velvet booths, dim lighting and a knockout cocktail list.
With sweeping views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge and modern Cantonese fare, Pearl Dining brings sophistication to any celebration. The menu spotlights live seafood and traditional dishes with a modern twist, all served in an elegant 84-seat space with a private dining room as well. It’s a polished, elevated venue for groups looking to make an impression.
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It's perfect for a dining experience centered around top quality meat and seafood from across the countryYou need to try XO prawns, before moving on to a steak or the irresistible wagyu burgerLook out for world-class Wagyu beef from Mayura Station in the Limestone Coast region of South Australia
At 6HEAD Perth, it’s all about produce and premium cuts. This high-end steakhouse with private rooms has a curated group menu and one of the city’s most spectacular settings for business dining. Whether it’s wagyu from the Limestone Coast or seafood cooked simply and well, this is a group friendly restaurant for serious steak lovers.
Whether you’re escaping with the team for an evening of celebrations or hosting clients for that next big pitch, make it an occasion to remember at one of these amazing private dining spots.