Engagement Celebrations
Raise a glass, settle in and celebrate what comes next
Set inside Bay Street’s iconic heritage-listed Old Courthouse, Ciao Cielo brings a sense of occasion to engagement celebrations in one of Port Melbourne’s most distinctive restaurant settings.
From intimate dinners with your closest people to larger celebrations with family and friends, enjoy generous Italian dining, banquet-style menus and exceptional drinks. Choose the atmosphere of the Main Dining Room, the intimacy of the Judge’s Chambers or a long afternoon in the Spritz Garden, with each space bringing its own character to the celebration.
Restaurant Bookings
Up to 13 guests
For lunches, dinners and smaller celebrations of up to 13 guests, simply book your table online and settle in for the full Ciao Cielo experience.
Group Bookings
14 guests or more
For groups of 14 or more, our team will arrange your booking directly and a set menu applies.
Ciao Cielo can accommodate groups of almost any size, with dining available across the Main Dining Room, Private Dining Rooms, Pizzeria, Marquee or the wider venue depending on your group and the occasion.
Tell us your preferred date and group size when you enquire and we’ll help arrange the most suitable setting for your table.
Private Dining
6–13 Guests: No minimum spend
Up To 18 Guests: Seated at one table
Up To 26 Guests: Seated across two tables
For groups who prefer a room of their own, the Judge’s Chambers offers private dining for up to 26 guests.
Tucked behind the Main Dining Room, original Victorian fireplaces and arched sash windows give the room its distinctive character, with set menus centred around generous Italian dining.
Celebrations you won’t want to end
Exceptional food & drinks
Celebrations you won’t want to end Exceptional food & drinks
Engagement Party Venue ENQUIRIES
For groups of 14 or more, complete the enquiry form below with your preferred date and group size and our team will be in touch to arrange your booking.