Private Dining & Events

Cinematic Gatherings At Turnand Truffle

From intimate milestones and boardroom dinners to hosted offline poker nights, Turnand Truffle crafts elevated Australian dining experiences tailored to every occasion.

Host your next event in a smoked-timber supper club that feels both discreet and unforgettable. Our team curates seasonal menus, polished service and atmospheric details so you can focus on your guests.

Occasions We Host

18+ for poker experiences

Private dining rooms for birthdays, anniversaries and family gatherings
Corporate dinners, product launches and client entertainment
Hosted, in-venue poker evenings paired with chef-led menus
Full venue buyouts for large-scale celebrations

Poker experiences are held exclusively at the venue, for guests aged 18+ only, and are designed as social entertainment. Turnand Truffle supports responsible play in line with applicable Victorian regulations.

Enquire For Your Date

Typical capacities Private rooms: 8–32 guests · Whole venue: up to 90 guests

Private Dining Experiences

Private Rooms For Milestones & Gatherings

Tuck your guests away in one of our intimate private rooms, designed for long conversations, generous courses and quietly attentive service.

Milestone Occasions

Celebrate birthdays, anniversaries and family milestones over a modern Australian menu shaped around your preferences. Rooms can be styled with florals, name cards and personalised touches on request.

Discreet Service

Each space is sound-softened and softly lit, with dedicated waitstaff managing the pace of courses, beverage top-ups and any speeches or surprises you have planned.

Flexible Room Configurations

From a singular long table to smaller clusters for more relaxed grazing, layouts can be tailored to the tone of your event.

Plan A Private Dinner View Menu Highlights

Private dining table set with candles and copper accents at Turnand Truffle — Intimate rooms with smoked timber, candlelight and copper detailing for 8–24 guests.

Corporate Functions & Product Launches

After-Dark Spaces For Business & Brand Moments

Host clients, celebrate wins or unveil something new in a venue that feels considered, polished and unmistakably Melbourne.

Corporate & Brand

Designed For Conversations That Matter

CBD-Adjacent · Late Service

Turnand Truffle lends a cinematic backdrop to boardroom dinners, investor evenings, production wrap parties and product launches. Host a seated degustation with matched wines, or curate a roaming cocktail-style event with food stations and signature drinks.

Ideal formats Sit-down · Cocktail

Typical timings From 5.30pm

Food & beverage Set menus

AV & styling By request

Pre-designed event menus from approximately $95–$145pp, with premium options available
Curated beverage packages in AUD, including local wines and Australian spirits
Optional branding moments such as welcome signage or custom-printed menus

Request Corporate Proposal Talk to our team about mid-week corporate rates and recurring bookings.

Corporate dinner event with guests seated at a long table at Turnand Truffle — Ideal for leadership dinners, client hosting, launches and end-of-year celebrations.

Poker-Themed Private Events

Dinner, Drinks & Poker After Dark

Add a spirited, offline poker experience to your celebration or corporate evening, hosted entirely within the restaurant and guided by our professional team.

Turnand Truffle’s poker-themed private events pair a chef-led menu and considered drinks list with hosted tables for an evening that feels more supper club than casino.

6.00pm – Arrival

Welcome Drinks & Canapés

Guests are welcomed into the bar with a signature cocktail or local sparkling, alongside seasonal canapés and a relaxed briefing from your host.

7.00pm – Dinner

Shared Plates & Mains

Move through a curated menu of small plates, mains and sides designed for sharing, with pacing coordinated around your run sheet.

8.30pm – Play

Hosted Poker Session

Professional hosts manage a structured, social poker format at dedicated tables. Chips are used purely for in-room play; there are no digital accounts, online wagering tools or jackpot-style promotions.

10.30pm – Nightcap

Final Hands & Desserts

Close the evening with dessert, nightcaps and final hands under warm, low lighting.

Hosted Poker Packages In-person only

Suitable for private groups, corporate teams and social clubs (18+ only)
Professional hosts manage rules, pacing and table rotations for a relaxed, social feel
Dining packages typically start from approximately $135pp (AUD), with tailored upgrades available

All poker evenings at Turnand Truffle are strictly offline and take place solely at the restaurant. Participation is intended for entertainment, not as a means of income. Valid photo ID is required for all guests participating in poker, and we encourage guests to set clear time and spend boundaries.

For more on our poker program and standard formats, explore our dedicated Poker Nights page.

Enquire About Poker Events View Poker Nights

Hosted private poker table at Turnand Truffle set alongside plated dishes and cocktails — Tasteful poker tables interwoven with plated courses and cocktails for an elevated, offline experience.

Venue Hire & Full Buyouts

Your Own Supper Club For The Night

For larger celebrations and high-profile occasions, secure exclusive use of Turnand Truffle and treat your guests to a fully private restaurant experience.

Full Venue

Exclusive Buyouts

Up to ~90 guests

Create your own private supper club for launches, milestone birthdays, festive parties or client events. Enjoy complete privacy with flexible floor plans, bar access and tailored menus.

Whole venue access with dedicated front-of-house and kitchen teams
Option for live music, DJs or presentations (venue-approved)

Custom Menus & Drinks

Chef & Sommelier Collaboration

Modern Australian

Work directly with our chef and sommelier to shape a menu that reflects your brief—whether that’s a produce-led long lunch, a grazing-style feast or a finely structured degustation.

Bespoke menus built around seasonal Victorian and Australian produce
Considered beverage pairings including Australian wines and cocktails
Thoughtful accommodation of dietary requirements and preferences

Atmospheric Spaces

Smoked Timber & Copper Detail

Cinematic ambience

Smoked graphite walls, warm pendant lighting and metallic accents create depth and drama without overpowering conversation. Sound and lighting can be tuned to the rhythm of your event.

Layered lighting for speeches, dining and after-dark cocktails
Copper and timber textures for a distinctly Australian supper club feel

Moody restaurant interior at night with warm pendants and guests enjoying an event — Smoked timber, copper tones and curated soundscapes set the scene for contemporary Australian hospitality.

Atmospheric Spaces & Ambience

Designed For After-Dark Storytelling

From quietly cinematic corners to the hum of the main dining room, our spaces have been composed to feel intimate yet alive. It’s the kind of room where speeches land, conversations stretch late and guests linger for one more drink.

Layered sound design and playlists tuned to the mood of your event
Seating and table layouts tailored to ensure every guest feels part of the room

Event Planning Support

Dedicated Coordination From First Enquiry

Think of us as your hospitality partners—guiding you through menus, timings and all the small details that make a night feel effortless.

Share Your Brief

Tell us about the occasion, preferred dates, guest numbers and how you’d like the evening to feel—formal, relaxed, celebratory or something in between.

Receive A Tailored Proposal

We’ll respond with a clear proposal outlining suggested menus, beverage options, room configurations, poker elements (if relevant) and indicative pricing in AUD.

Refine The Details

Your events coordinator will work with you to finalise timings, dietary requirements, speeches, AV needs and any personal touches.

Arrive, Relax & Host

On the day, our team will manage service, pacing and guest flow so you can stay fully present with your group.