corporate DINING & events
Take business out of the boardroom and bring it to the table.
From client dinners and team celebrations to end-of-year events and company milestones, Ciao Cielo offers corporate private dining in the heart of Port Melbourne, with spaces to suit intimate gatherings and larger corporate events.
Set within our heritage-listed Old Courthouse, each space brings something different to the occasion, paired with generous Italian dining, considered drinks and warm, attentive hospitality.
Main Dining Room
30–56 guests seated | Up to 90 standing
Soaring arched windows, timeworn walls and original courthouse details give the Main Dining Room a presence that’s difficult to replicate.
Available exclusively for business private dining and corporate events, it moves easily from a long-table lunch or seated dinner to a lively standing occasion, with the entire historic dining room becoming yours for the event.
Judge's Chambers
18 guests one table | 26 guests two tables
For business events that call for a little more intimacy, the original Judge’s Chambers offers a private room tucked behind the Main Dining Room.
Victorian fireplaces and arched sash windows bring the history of the courthouse into the room, creating a warm, character-filled setting for private dinners and smaller corporate functions.
THE PIZZERIA
15–30 guests
For smaller corporate events or team dining with a more relaxed feel, the Pizzeria offers a semi-private setting while keeping the energy of Ciao Cielo close by.
A natural choice for informal occasions where good food, good drinks and good company are the focus.
Garden Marquee
20–80 guests seated | Up to 100 standing
The marquee offers the perfect space for frivolous afternoons in the garden, whether it’s for an end of year function, company celebration on leaving do.
With flexibility for seated or standing events, exclusive or shared use, and adaptability for all weather, the garden marquee is the perfect setting for your next business event.
EXCLUSIVE VENUE HIRE
100–130 guests seated | Up to 200 standing
For large scale corporate events, take over the entire restaurant with exclusive venue hire.
Exclusive hire brings together the Old Courthouse, dining spaces and garden for a celebration that can move through Ciao Cielo from beginning to end, with the freedom to create an experience entirely around your guests.
Heritage character made for memorable occasions
Heritage character made for memorable occasions
Event Enquires
Let’s talk business. Over good food.
Planning corporate private dining or a business event in Port Melbourne? Tell us your preferred date, guest numbers and what you have in mind, and our team will help you find the right space and menu for the occasion.