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ABOUT OUR VENUE
You enter at 231 Smith Street, Fitzroy and navigate two flights of stairs to find an awe-inspiring, New York style loft conversion perched high above the streets below.
This one-of-a-kind restaurant and bar is housed inside an early 1900’s textile factory, aptly named ‘Panama House’. Upon entering the building you will be struck by the spacious and atmospheric nature of our venue, punctuated by eight stunning arched windows that offer picturesque views of the surrounding area.
Our restaurant and bar opens from 5pm for dinner and drinks. Walk-ins are accepted, but restaurant bookings are highly recommended to avoid dates where our entire venue is fully booked for private events.
Famous for our arched windows and heritage listed to preserve our past, Panama Dining Room is a truly unique venue with an incredibly rich history. You can book a table to enjoy dinner in our restaurant to marvel at the views; or you can book the entire venue to enjoy complete privacy for your event. The only limitation will be your imagination!
'In a town of bolt-holes and boutique hideaways, it's nice to take a turn in a place that has room for dozens of cool cats to swing, swig, swagger and dine' Dani Valent - The Age
Food
Food
FOOD
Our inspired restaurant menu is designed by executive chef Federico Lopez, and it journeys across countries in a way that is uniquely Australian, utilising local produce sourced from farms and growers across Victoria.
‘A killer warehouse space serving edgy modern food’ The Age Good Food Guide
Drinks
Drinks
DRINKS
Our carefully curated drinks list is a mix of comfort and cool, featuring an extensive selection of local craft beers, cocktails, spirits and wines.
'Head up a nondescript stairwell and through scuffed, heavy doors and you'll find yourself in one of Fitzroy's most atmospheric bars' Broadsheet Melbourne
Functions
Functions
PRIVATE EVENTS
Looking for a unique restaurant and bar experience that personifies Melbourne, hidden away from prying eyes, with amazing food, booze and views, along with a rocking party till 1am?
Panama Dining Room is one of the most dynamic venues in Melbourne! And we are located just a few tram stops away from the CBD.
Our entire space can be made available to book exclusively from Tuesday through to Sunday, subject to availability, and provided a food and beverage minimum spend is reached.
We try and respond to all enquiries within 24 hours by email only. If you haven’t heard from us in that time, please check your spam folder, or send us an email enquiry@thepanama.com.au to double check that we have your correct contact details.
Weddings
Weddings
WEDDINGS
For a unique restaurant and bar that truly captures the heart and soul of Melbourne’s chic warehouse culture, you just can’t go past the Panama Dining Room.
With eight magical floor-to-ceiling arch windows and New York style loft interior, you’ll be forgiven for thinking you’re in downtown Manhattan!
We’ve been creating memorable, one-of-a-kind experiences since March 2006. If you’re looking for a fuss-free venue that offers plenty of ‘wow factor’, please click the link on our Functions page and submit your enquiry.
Looking for your own ‘wed-spiration’? The images below capture some of the Panama Dining Room magic, and they feature some amazing wedding vendors:
Caity and Duncan
Nikki McCrone Photography
Maegan Brown Photography
Weddings by Andy
Kath from Bow Creative
Lucie from LuLu Bird
Pomp and Splendour
Astro Daphne
Weddings by E
Bek from Tremella Botanicals
Amanda Alessi Photography
Elsa Campbell Photography
Nikola Janev Photography
Precious Celebrations
Virtual Tales Weddings
Alex from Motta Weddings
Long Way Home Weddings
Finders Seekers Photography
Forever And Always Photography
Madeline Kate Photography
Arianna Leggiero Photography
Reservations
Reservations
Reservations are limited - please make sure all dietary requirements and allergies are noted in the booking notes. Dietaries can only be catered to in advance.
For large event enquiries please go to our Functions page.
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Contact
Contact
Address: Level 2 / 231 Smith Street, Fitzroy
Phone: (03) 9417 7663
E-mail: enquiry@thepanama.com.au
OPENING HOURS
Wednesday to Sunday - 5pm until late
Tram stop 18, route 86. Paid parking available on Smith St.
Panama Dining Room acknowledges the Wurundjeri people as the Traditional Custodians of this land and pays respect to their Elders, past, present and emerging.