Whatever you’re celebrating, celebrate it at Royal Saxon

From birthday parties and engagements to corporate events, Christmas parties, team lunches and casual get-togethers, we have a range of spaces to suit every occasion. Add delicious food, flexible drinks packages and a dedicated team to make it easy, and you've got all the ingredients for an unforgettable event.

A venue for every occasion

Royal Saxon in Richmond is one of Melbourne's most versatile function venues. Whether you're planning an intimate dinner for 20 or a full-scale celebration for 230, we have the spaces, the food, and the team to bring it to life. We cater for:

Birthday parties, milestone or casual, we know how to celebrate
Corporate events and team lunches
Christmas parties and end-of-year celebrations
Engagements and anniversary dinners
Casual get-togethers with friends and family
School reunions, farewell events and everything in between

Choose your space

We have multiple function spaces across the venue, each with its own character, capacity and flexibility.

Upstairs at Royal Saxon

Our dedicated private event space is designed for events that deserve something special. With a private bar, flexible room layouts, a dance floor, full AV and a private bathroom, it's completely yours for the night.

✔ Up to 200 guests cocktail / 60-90 seated
✔ Private bar
✔ Dance floor
✔ Full AV and presentation capabilities
✔ Private bathroom
✔ Flexible layout: cocktail, seated dining or hybrid

The Laneway

A cosy, semi-private space perfect for smaller celebrations with character.

✔ Up to 50 guests cocktail / 38 seated

The Courtyard

Open-air entertaining in the heart of Richmond.

✔ Up to 90 guests cocktail / 40 seated

The Front Bar

Relaxed and flexible with the full pub atmosphere.

✔ Up to 60 guests cocktail / 30 seated

Like what you see? Enquire with our team via the form below and we'll help you find the right space.

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Food worth celebrating

Great events need great food. Our chefs have built a function menu that works across every occasion and every budget; from sit-down dining to finger food, charcuterie boards, platters, pizzas and more. We know what works for a crowd, and we know how to make your guests come back for seconds.

Flexible drinks packages for every occasion

We've got a drinks list to match any celebration. Choose from beer, pale ale, cider, red, white, rosé, sparkling and more. Looking to make an impression? Ask us about cocktails on arrival, a champagne upgrade, or a custom bar package. Our team will help you put together something that fits your group and your budget.

What our guests are saying

A perfect place to have a group event
”Had my friend’s 50th birthday celebration on Friday night. The staff were very friendly, the food was great. A perfect place to have a group event. What a great night,”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Regina Weimann

Thank you to the wonderful manager and staff:
”We had our son’s birthday here on Saturday night. The staff were amazing, helpful and courteous, the food platters were just as good, the fried lemongrass chicken, cheeseburger sliders and large spring rolls were amazing too! We ha about 70 people and the night was a great success. Thank you again to the wonderful manager and staff!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Steven K

Fantastic experience in the function room upstairs
”Fantastic experience holding a 21st in the function room upstairs, the events manager was great to work with and food and drink options great.”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Will Johnston

Fabulous to deal with and very accommodating:
”Fantastic venue! Held our high school reunion upstairs in the bar/balcony area! Simon & Jamie were fabulous to deal with & very accommodating while organising our event & their bar staff on the day were lovely & friendly! Great variety of drinks & food! Highly recommend this venue! Has a number of fabulous different functions indoors & outdoors!”
⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Angela Brown