Planning a special occasion with a more intimate guest list in Sydney? Look no further! In this guide, we've handpicked the top 10 venues in Sydney that cater to gatherings of under 100 guests. From charming hidden gems to stylish urban spaces, these venues offer the perfect setting for your next Birthday, Christening, Engagement or Baby/Bridal Shower.
Keep reading to explore these delightful options and find the ideal venue to host your next celebration!
1. The Grounds
Location: Alexandria
Coming in at number 1, is what has been recently dubbed "The world's most Instagram-able cafe" The Grounds of Alexandria. The Grounds has a range of venues within their walls to cater for functions of various sizes. Each venue has been carefully restored and bursting with life and character, each of their spaces offers something unique in look and feel - for a truly unforgettable experience. Our favourite spaces include:
The Atrium
With a capacity of 80 - 110 seated and 100 - 180 Cocktail the Atrium aims to bring the outdoors in, in this gorgeous garden parlour. With lush hanging greenery and antique accents it is a unique romantic setting for any celebration.
The Cafe
Planning an evening event? Once the cafe closes for the day it is available to be transformed into an intimate and inviting event space. With a seated capacity of 30 - 50 and 50 - 80 Cocktail party style your guests will be taken back by the blend of contemporary and industrial details, steel frames and custom cabinetry. It also has access to an adjoining outdoor undercover space for cocktail hours.
The Patio
For a daytime event you can't go past The Patio. This hidden treasure is available for daytime events only, hidden within the Garden you are immediately in awe of the gorgeous florals, lush greenery and crumbling brick walls that make this space so unique. This space has a seated capacity of 20 - 50 guests.
Website: https://thegrounds.com.au/
2. St George Motor Boat Club
Location: Sans Souci
Website: https://waterfrontfunctions.net.au/
3. Cafe Gusto
Location: Botany
Floor to ceiling windows fill this gorgeous cafe with natural light and give you views of the lush fish filled lake just off the terrace. You can be sure of privacy as you will have exclusive use of the venue for your event. Whether that be a Christening, Engagement, Wedding or other celebration let head Chef Danilo tantalize your taste buds with his hand crafted set menus. The rest of the staff are well trained and on hand to ensure your event runs smoothly, providing you with a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
Website: https://www.cafegusto.com.au/pages/private-events
4. Ecco
Location: Drummoyne
If harbour views are what you are after than this deep waterfront location in Drummoyne, home to Ecco Ristorante is the one venue you do not want to go past. With exclusive use of either their Private Terrace room (90 pax capacity) or Main Dining room (120 pax capacity) it is the perfect venue for a bridal Shower, baby Shower, Christening, Engagement party and more. Both rooms have expansive outdoor decks to fully appreciate its prime location and view of the harbour.
5. Le Sands Restaurant
Location: Brighton Le Sands
Another waterfront location, The Le sands Restaurant has a function room overlooking the water of Botany Bay, perfect for a Christening, baby shower, bridal shower, birthday, engagement or other celebration. With a strong focus on a seafood inspired menu owing to their stunning location. The team at Le sands Restaurant are on hand to help with organising every aspect of your special occasion and ensure you have the opportunity to sit back, relax and enjoy the moment.
Website: https://lesands.com.au/functions-events-sydney-brighton-le-sands/
6. The Kyle Bay
Location: Kyle Bay
This award winning venue with picturesque views of The Kyle Bay Peninsula and manicured gardens and has a range of versatile spaces to cater for every occasion, be it a birthday, Christening, Bridal shower or something more. Their professional events team will assist you to ensure that your special event is unforgettable.
Some of their unique spaces include:
The Starboard Private Dining room
With a capacity of 20 - 50 guests seated and 30 - 60 cocktail style the Starboard Private Dining room has a light, bright, coastal vibe, leading to the sprawling waterfront lawn perfect for canapes and cocktails prior to and during your event.
The Port Private Dining room
Website: https://www.thekylebay.com.au/home
7. The Paper Mill
Location: Liverpool
Designed as an open marketplace The Paper Mill food has been serving the local community since 2019. Housed in a repurposed mid century heritage Mill building, the unique setting is the perfect place to create memories for your next event. A number of different function rooms are available to cater to your needs whether that be a small intimate dinner with close family and friends, to a more lavish Christening, Engagement, Baby Shower or Bridal Shower celebration.
Website: https://thepapermillfood.com/
8. Cucinetta
Location: Woolwich
Next up on our list is the gorgeous Italian inspired Cucinetta. With Classic yet modern Italian cuisine and breathtaking views of the Sydney Harbour their versatile function space is perfect for making your event unforgettable. Chef Vincenzo is sure to impress with his classic yet modern Italian menus to compliment the breath taking views. The venue can cater from 36 - 120 guests seated.
Website: https://cucinetta.com.au/
9. Cafe Gioia
Location: Leichardt
Cafe Gioia located in the heart of Leichardt is a testament to the suburbs strong Italian roots. With traditional wood fired pizza's they have a function room suitable for low key celebrations, perfect for birthday's, christenings or when your wanting a more authentic Italian vibe.
Website: https://www.gioiacafe.com/
10. Southern Cross Hotel
Location: St Peters
Rounding out our Top 10 is Southern Cross Hotel located in St Peters. Catering for small intimate gatherings with friends to larger scale private functions such as Birthday's and Christenings this venue also offers a full time function manager to ensure your next event is nothing short of spectacular.
Website: https://southerncrosshotel.com.au/
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