Melba's Rooftop @ Cruise Bar & Restaurant
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- Top-floor rooftop facing the Opera House, for 400 standing or 50 seated
- Reserved rooftop sections for groups of 24 to 56
- Event packages with food and drinks from $90 per person
About Melba's Rooftop @ Cruise Bar & Restaurant
Melba's Rooftop is the third and highest level of Cruise Bar & Restaurant, which occupies the Overseas Passenger Terminal on the western side of Circular Quay in The Rocks. The two floors below hold Cruise's main bar, courtyard and restaurant, and the rooftop runs as its own bar with a Mexican-leaning menu, open Thursday and Friday from 4pm and weekends from midday. The space mixes indoor and outdoor areas. Inside, floor-to-ceiling windows frame the Opera House and the harbour; outside there is a balcony directly opposite the Opera House and a terrace under a clear-roofed marquee with views to the skyline. For semi-private bookings the rooftop is split into sections: the Centre Bar and Quayside areas take 24 guests each, the Balcony 54 and the Marquee 56. Taken as a whole, the rooftop holds 400 standing or 50 seated, and all three levels combined can take more than 1,100 people. Three package styles cover most parties: shared grazing and platters from $90 per person, free-flowing canapés from $140 and a two- or three-course seated menu from $120, each paired with a choice of beverage package. Add-ons include a seafood bar, hibachi station and gelato cart. Exclusive bookings include a PA, microphone, DJ deck and basic theming, and every event is run by a dedicated coordinator.
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How many guests can Melba's Rooftop take?
The whole rooftop holds 400 standing or 50 seated. Reserved sections suit smaller groups: Centre Bar and Quayside take 24 each, the Balcony 54 and the Marquee 56.
What do event packages cost?
Shared grazing and platter packages start at $90 per person, seated two- or three-course menus at $120 and free-flowing canapé packages at $140, each with a beverage package of your choice.
What is included with an exclusive booking?
Exclusive hire includes AV (a PA system, microphone and DJ deck), basic event theming and, for cocktail events, canapés served throughout. Exclusive bookings can also bring their own entertainment and styling.
Is the rooftop accessible, and can under-18s attend?
Yes. There is lift access to every level. Guests under 18 are welcome until 10pm if they are with a responsible adult.
What happens if it rains?
The rooftop has indoor areas and a covered marquee terrace, and the team puts wet weather plans in place so the event can go ahead.
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Marvin
a month ago
Had a good time here. Ordered the angus beef burger which was pretty good. The chips were yum. Awesome spot with great views of the harbour and the opera house
Chelsea Griffiths
a month ago
Fantastic night! We came in for the 4pm happy hour and it was very happy! Best deals in the city with a view. Enjoyed many oysters and left feeling full and happy. Would recommend to anyone! QR code service shows how muc…
Sarah Barnbrook
2 months ago
Designed for the view, built for a crowd, and perfect for families, or just having a cocktail with your bestie. What a beautiful outdoor spot, right near the opera house, framed perfectly across the water. Food was price…
zac willis
4 months ago
Fantastic dining experience! The food was fresh, full of flavour, and beautifully presented. The location near the Sydney Opera House made the atmosphere even more special, with incredible harbour views. The staff were a…
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