The Howling Moon
ProHighlights
- Rooftop bar on level six with wide views over Canberra
- Events for 15 to 100 guests, exclusive or non-exclusive
- Wood-fired pizza, focaccia and share plates from the kitchen
About The Howling Moon
The Howling Moon is a rooftop cocktail bar on level six of the Canberra Rex Hotel building at 150 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon. It opens from 4pm every day and turns into a party spot later in the evening, with local musicians and dancing under the stars. The rooftop sits under a glass roof framed by hanging plants, lantern lights and a living green wall with neon signs. Floor-to-ceiling glass gives views across the city and out to the hills, and the space catches the sunset. Events are offered for groups of 15 to 100 guests. Hosts can book an area within the bar or take the whole rooftop exclusively, and the events team puts together a package once numbers are known. The kitchen sends out bar snacks, focaccia, wood-fired pizzas and mains such as steak, barramundi and duck ragu rigatoni. Desserts include tiramisu and a passionfruit tart. The bar mixes signature cocktails and stocks tap beer from local breweries and a wine list heavy on the Canberra District, plus Champagne and alcohol-free drinks. Christmas functions on the rooftop are a regular part of the calendar.
Inclusions & amenities
Venue type
Food & drinks
Features
Pricing
A 15% surcharge applies on public holidays.
Food
Dietary marks for gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free and vegetarian dishes appear on the menu.
Beverages
Availability
Frequently asked questions
How many guests can The Howling Moon host?
Events are offered for groups of 15 to 100 guests. Smaller tables of up to 15 are booked as standard reservations.
Can we book the whole rooftop?
Yes. The bar offers both exclusive and non-exclusive event options, and the events team explains the packages for each.
What food is available for events?
The menu covers bar snacks such as crispy squid and zucchini fritti, house-made focaccia, wood-fired pizzas, mains and desserts, with gluten-free, dairy-free and vegetarian dishes marked.
Can under-18 guests attend a private function?
Underage guests are allowed at private functions with adult supervision, though the bar recommends they leave by 9pm. On Friday and Saturday nights the venue is adults only after 9pm.
Can we look at the space before booking?
Yes. The team arranges site inspections so you can see the rooftop in person before you plan your event.
Where we are
Suitable occasions
Kev Wells
4 months ago
We booked out part of the rooftop for a function. It was such a great vibe and atmosphere it really worked well. A fantastic balance of socialising, food, and views. The special occasion was celebrated in total style.
Rod Lindsell
5 months ago
We recently hosted our daughter's 21st at the Howling Moon. It is an incredble venue. The atmosphere, the food, the drinks and the service were fantastic. Hosted 70 people we ease. Classy, modern vibes with the staff goi…
Saw Yu Mon
a year ago
We won the jackpot to see such amazing sunset. Its truly mesmerizing and what a way to end our Canberra trip. We had a few drinks and pizza - both very nice.
Michelle Nickols
3 years ago
This place is perfect for an afternoon cocktail 🍹 or Oysters. There's a 180° degrees view's of Canberra. It's a great place to visit. The price of the oysters was really reasonable and the price of the 🍹 cocktails were…
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