Private Functions at
The Laurel
Level One at The Laurel gives you your own upstairs function space, with access to a private bar, AV and sound system, and room for 60 seated or 100 standing.
No room hire | Private bar | 60 seated / 100 standing | AV included | Food & drinks packages
Explore Our Function Spaces
Level One
Our private upstairs function space, with access to its own adjoining bar, AV and sound system.
A flexible room for birthdays, baby showers, engagements, work events and cocktail style celebrations.
Capacity: 60 seated / 100 standing
Includes: Adjoining private bar, AV and sound system
Best for: Birthdays, baby showers, engagements, work events and cocktail-style celebrations
Dining Room
A flexible ground-floor space for larger celebrations, corporate events and group bookings, with the full Laurel atmosphere around you.
Capacity: Up to 200 standing
Best for: Larger groups, corporate Christmas parties and bigger celebrations
Good to know: Ground floor access available
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“The space was incredible in helping with all our questions leading up to the day.”
Hayley W
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“The private room options were great, as was the private bar and food options.”
Alf N
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“Easy to organise and the staff were fantastic on the day.”
Lucas V
Frequently Asked Questions
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No. We don’t charge a room hire fee. Our team is here to help you plan the perfect function within your budget, minimum spends may apply.
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We offer a range of flexible spaces including our Level 1 function space with a private bar, and our dining room for more intimate gatherings or exclusive hire. Each can be tailored for seated or cocktail-style events.
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Yes. We offer a range of canape options, share-style menus & pizzas. We can also offer bespoke catering menus to suit your function and budget.
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Absolutely. You’re welcome to bring decorations, signage, and table styling. We just ask that nothing is fixed to walls, confetti or glitter.
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Absolutely. You’re welcome to hire your own, and we can also recommend some of our favourite local DJs and musicians.
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Of course. You can set a bar tab, opt for guests to buy their own drinks, or choose from our beverage package options.
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Yes! You’re welcome to bring a celebration cake. We can store it and provide plates/knives upon request.
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Yes. We have TV screens for slideshows and a sound system that can be used for speeches and music. Let us know what you need and we’ll help set it up.
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We welcome 18th and 21st birthdays. 2 security guard for the first 100 people, and 1 for every 100 after, and this cost is charged back to the client.
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Absolutely. We cater for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and other dietary needs.
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We have on-site parking, street parking is also available around the venue, and we’re a short walk from public transport.
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Our upstairs function space is accessible via stairs only. Please chat with our team about how we can best accommodate your event in our downstairs dining room.
The Laurel Function Room in Ascot Vale is easily accessible from Melbourne’s inner northwest.
Located on Mount Alexander Road in Ascot Vale, The Laurel is an easy option for private functions, birthdays, wakes, christenings, work events, Christmas parties with easy access for guests coming from Moonee Ponds, Flemington & Kensington, Essendon, Brunswick, Airport West and surrounding suburbs.