Functions & Private Dining in South Brisbane
At Marlowe, functions and private dining are designed to feel both elevated and effortlessly personal. A collection of thoughtfully curated spaces, from light-filled dining rooms and intimate living-style settings to an open-air patio and vibrant bar. All can be tailored to suit events from relaxed long lunches and corporate gatherings to weddings and milestone celebrations. With a seamless flow between indoor and outdoor spaces, alongside curated food and beverage offerings, Marlowe creates a warm, sophisticated backdrop for memorable events of any kind.
Patio
30 Pax Standing
Framed by greenery and natural light, our upstairs patio offers a relaxed, open-air setting. Whether you book half, exclusive, or extend into our upstairs bar and living room, this space can be tailored to suit your group size.
Perfect for after-work drinks, networking events, EOFY gatherings, milestone moments, pre or post-show occasions and casual catch-ups, the patio is designed for easy gathering. Spend an afternoon soaking up the sunshine or settle in overlooking the Fish Lane fairy lights by night. With timeless hospitality, curated cocktails, and canapès or bar snacks, our offering sets the scene for unforgettable social occasions.
Half of Patio 20 Pax Standing
Patio Exclusive 30 Pax Standing
Upstairs Bar
45 - 55 Pax Standing
For groups of 45 or more, spill into our upstairs bar - a warm extension of the space where the energy naturally flows from the patio into a more intimate, immersive setting. Thoughtfully designed and grounded in a sense of place, it reflects a beverage philosophy that balances nostalgia, where familiar references are reimagined through a distinctly modern lens. Understated yet expressive, it invites conversation and connection. A natural extension of the Marlowe experience - timeless, welcoming, and designed to leave a lasting impression.
45 Pax Patio Exclusive & Upstairs Bar
55 Pax Patio Exclusive, Upstairs Bar & Living Room
Upstairs Living Room
14 Seated
Our upstairs living room offers an intimate, light-filled setting, perfect for smaller gatherings. With soft natural light, warm finishes, and a thoughtfully styled interior, the space feels both relaxed and elevated - well suited to long lunches, seated dinners, or quiet celebrations. Book this semi-private space with our adjoining sunroom, for a more exclusive experience with arrival drinks and space for mingling.
14 Pax One Table
Upstairs Common Room
19 - 32 Seated
Our upstairs common provides an exclusive setting, ideal for long table gatherings, networking or wine events, intimate wedding receptions and bespoke celebrations. The space combines relaxed comfort with a refined, sophisticated atmosphere. Enjoy exclusive access to our sunrooms, booths and corner banquette, offering flexible seating and plenty of space for guests to relax and feel at home.
19 Pax One Table
24 Pax Two Tables: Includes Corner Banquette
32 Pax Four Tables: Includes Sunroom, Corner Banquette & Booths
Upstairs Exclusive
80 Pax Standing | 49 Pax Seated
Elevate your event with an exclusive upstairs experience at Marlowe. You’ll have exclusive access to our upstairs spaces, including two light-filled dining rooms with adjoining sunrooms and booths, alongside our bar and patio. Perfectly suited for long lunches, seated dinners, networking events, and intimate celebrations, this private setting blends relaxed sophistication for a truly memorable occasion.
Venue Exclusive
130 Pax Standing | 91 Pax Seated
Set within a heritage-listed Art Deco apartment building, Marlowe honours the original bones of the Merivale Flats, spanning two levels and offering a series of thoughtfully designed rooms. With the Exclusive Venue option, your event will feel welcoming and distinctly personal - like inviting guests into your own home. Enter via Fish Lane and begin with arrival drinks at our downstairs bar, then move effortlessly upstairs to the patio, sunlit living spaces and beyond, creating a natural sense of flow. Flexible yet refined, Marlowe adapts to suit any occasion - from corporate events and brand activations to milestone celebrations and wedding receptions.
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tue - sat. 5 – 10:30pm wed - sun. 12 - 4:30pm 07 3505 6412
105 melbourne st