The Boatbuilders Yard 0 Likes

Located beside the historic Polly Woodside tall ship and waterfront dry dock by the Yarra River, The Boatbuilders Yard is part of the vibrant South Wharf precinct, right next to the Melbourne Convention & Exhibition Centre (MCEC) and DFO shopping complex.

It’s an easy 10-minute walk from Southern Cross Station or accessible via tram routes 96, 109, 12, and 70 to stop 124A (Casino).

It offers several distinct event zones:

• Waterfront: Intimate 28 m² outdoor/casual riverside space for 20–50 guests
• Dukes: Semi-private beer-garden gazebo (~72 m²) seating for 50–80, festoon-lit with a bocce pit and city views
• The Decks: Versatile 140 m² event area with retractable glass panels; adapts from open-air to enclosed heated space, accommodating up to 250 guests.

Functioning as a bar, café, and pub, The Boatbuilders Yard offers a mix of brunch classics, South American-inspired dishes, pub-style food, and share plates.

Strong cocktails, beer selection and wines such as local Four Pillars gin wine on offers.

You will find live DJs on Friday and Saturday nights and “Sunday Sessions” happy hour events from 4 pm–8 pm.

The gaming lounge offers pokies, bar games and a TAB facility.