Entire Venue - Plus 5
37 South Wharf Promenade, South Wharf
About the function space
Plus 5 Bar is a riverside event venue in the heart of South Wharf, perfect for relaxed celebrations, cocktail-style functions and private events by the Yarra River.
With a variety of indoor and outdoor spaces, Plus 5 can cater to everything from casual group bookings and birthday drinks to larger exclusive functions.
The venue offers a lively yet easygoing atmosphere, waterfront views, flexible food and beverage options, cocktails, wood-fired pizzas and share-style menus. Located close to DFO, MCEC and Crown, Plus 5 is a convenient and memorable choice for events in Melbourne.
Price for fully-exclusive hire
Friday $
Saturday $
Hire Charge
0
0
+ Minimum spend
8,000
on food/drinks
8,000
on food/drinks
+ Security staff
0
0
= Total
8,000
8,000
Bonus with Partystar bookings:
$100 towards your bar tab
$100 towards your bar tab
Security staff fee calculation
All functions with a DJ or band:
Under and including 100 guests: 2 guards.
Over 100 guests: 3 guards.
Guards must start 30 minutes before event start and conclude 30 minutes after bar close.
All functions with a DJ or band:
Under and including 100 guests: 2 guards.
Over 100 guests: 3 guards.
Guards must start 30 minutes before event start and conclude 30 minutes after bar close.
Min—max guests
40 — 200
40 — 200
Party duration
8pm — 11pm (3 hours)
8pm — 11pm (3 hours)
At this time, the function space:
Closes
Closes
Extend the party until:
1am, provided guests are still buying drinks
1am, provided guests are still buying drinks
Closing time
1am
1am
Booking terms
Functions can start earlier than 7pm.
Final numbers and dietaries 2 weeks prior to the event with balance payment of agreed spend due at the same time.
Underage policy
Underage guests are permitted until close (1am), providing the underage guest is in the company of a responsible adult who is responsibly supervising them. One separate responsible adult per each underage guest.
Drink options
Bar tab, , Cash bar/Pay as you goCash bar/Pay as you go (minimum spend must be reached first), drink cards, waiter service, beverage package
Seasonal surcharges
None. Same hire conditions all weekends of the year.
Sun-Thu functions
Available every day POA
Function facilities
- Private bar: Yes
- Private smoking area: No
- Private toilets: Yes
- Wheelchair access: Yes
Smoking area: Outside the venue
Parking: DFO South Wharf has a multi-story car park. You can get a 50% discount voucher from the venue.
Music facilities
This equipment is included in the function hire:
- Amp: No
- PA System: No
- Speakers: Yes
- AUX input: Yes
- Jukebox: No
- Dance floor: No, but suitable area to dance
- Mixer: No
- CDJs: No
- CD Player: No
- Turntables: No
- Mirror ball: No
- Lighting: No
Can the venue arrange:
- DJ hire: Yes
- Free
background music: Yes
Can customers bring their own:
- DJ: Yes
- Band: Yes
Noise restrictions: Doors must be closed to outside area at 11pm
18th, 21st, bucks & hens party policy
- 18th birthday party: Yes
- 21st birthday party: Yes
- Bucks party: No
- Hens night: Yes
Food / Catering
Can the venue provide:
- Finger food: Yes
- Meals: Yes
Can customers bring their own:
- Finger food: No
- Cake: Yes
Presentation facilities
In-house presentation facilities available for use at no extra charge:
- Microphone/PA: No
- Stage: No
- DVD Player: No
- Data projector: No
- Projector screen: No
- Large TV/Plasma/LCD: No
Further presentation facilities/conditions:
Hire can be arranged for all AV needs
Decorations policy
Can the venue:
- Arrange decorations: No
- Put up decorations: Yes
Restrictions: No glitter / confetti or attaching anything to fittings and fixtures
Ticketed events policy
Can the customer charge for their function:
- At the door: Yes
- Presale: Yes
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Frequently asked questions about Entire Venue at Plus 5
Can I bring my own food to a function at Plus 5 (Entire Venue)?
No, the venue does not permit this.
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