The Imperial Erskineville
ProHighlights
- Main Bar for 370 cocktail or 130 seated, with drag shows from Wednesday to Saturday
- Basement club for 400 standing and a Glasshouse for 50
- Rooftop with three bookable nooks, from the 10-seat Rosa Room to a 40-guest lounge
About The Imperial Erskineville
The Imperial Erskineville on Erskineville Road has been a gathering place for the LGBTQ+ community since 1983 and is the pub tied to Priscilla. It spreads over three levels: a Main Bar with a bistro and drag stage, a rooftop bar with pizza from The Pizza Bros, and a basement club that hosts DJs, live performance and promoter parties. For private events, the Main Bar holds 130 seated or 370 standing and suits anything from a long dinner to drinks with a show, as drag performances run from Wednesday to Saturday. Off it, the Glasshouse takes 26 seated or 50 standing. Downstairs, the Basement fits 400 standing for a full party. Up top, the rooftop is split into smaller areas: Carpriccio's Corner for 20 seated or 25 standing, the Rosa Room for 10 seated, and the Imperial Rooftop Lounge for 40 standing, good for a birthday group that wants its own nook. The team says yes to almost any gathering, including birthdays, anniversaries, engagements, school reunions, coming-out parties, launches, end-of-year parties and farewells. Food comes from the Main Bar bistro and the rooftop pizza kitchen, and the menu covers vegan, vegetarian and pescatarian diets alongside meat dishes, with a focus on fresh, local produce. The events team guides you through food, drinks and timing once you send an enquiry with your date, time, guest numbers and type of booking: private event, corporate event or large booking. No prices are published, so expect a quote tailored to the space and night.
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Frequently asked questions
How many guests can The Imperial Erskineville hold?
The Basement takes 400 standing and the Main Bar 370 standing or 130 seated. Smaller options are the Glasshouse for 50 and rooftop areas for 10 to 40.
Can we book a private area on the rooftop?
Yes. The rooftop has Carpriccio's Corner for 20 seated or 25 standing, the Rosa Room for 10 seated and the Imperial Rooftop Lounge for 40 standing.
Is there entertainment?
Drag shows run in the Main Bar from Wednesday to Saturday, and the Basement hosts DJs and club nights, so a party can be timed around a show.
Can the kitchen cater for dietary needs?
Yes. The menu caters for vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian and meat eaters, built around fresh, local produce.
How do I book a function?
Fill in the event enquiry form on the functions page with your date, time, guest numbers and booking type, and the events team will come back to you.
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Jirawat Panyain
2 months ago
Excellent service! The owner speaks fluent Thai, which was amazing. Highly recommended!
Ava Red
3 months ago
Always a gem! Great shows and it’s one of the few places that does early night drag shows if you don’t want to stay up past midnight! 8.20, 9.20 and 10.20!
Caitlin C
a year ago
Great trendy venue. Staff are lovely and attentive. The chips were amazing. Super crispy and seasoned. Loved the drag shows! Drinks were fairly priced.
Kaya Marcs
a year ago
Most delicious pizza, best cocktails, and amazing vibe; the atmosphere is full of happiness and joy! We have gone there many times, and it is constantly amazing! I love the Margherita and Pepperoni pizzas—best Fahrenheit…
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