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Yarra Botanica

Yarra Botanica Yarra Botanica is a two-level floating bar and eatery located on the Yarra River in Southbank, offering unbeatable drinks, tunes, and river views that make it the ideal treat for a riverside evening. This restaurant celebrates season all year round with rotating DJs and delicious local eats ranging from Victorian Pork & Kangaroo Sausage Rolls to Blood Orange Negroni. It is the perfect place to escape the mundane and soak in the picturesque Melbourne city views.

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08/06/2026

β„οΈπŸ· Movie Night Under the Stars 🍿✨

Cosy up with bean bags, warm blankets, mulled wine, and your favourite movie against the backdrop of Melbourne’s city skyline.

πŸ“ Outdoor Cinema
🎬 Movie screening
🍷 Mulled drinks available
πŸŒƒ Stunning city views

Perfect for a winter night out with friends, family, or a date night. πŸŽ₯

🎟️ Book now via the link in our bio.

🎬 Yarra Movie Night Presents: How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days (2003)πŸ“… Wednesday, 3rd June πŸšͺ Doors Open: 6:00PMπŸŽ₯ Film Starts...
28/05/2026

🎬 Yarra Movie Night Presents: How To Lose A Guy In 10 Days (2003)

πŸ“… Wednesday, 3rd June
πŸšͺ Doors Open: 6:00PM
πŸŽ₯ Film Starts: 7:00PM
πŸ“ Yarra Botanica

✨ First come, first served seating
🍸 Food & drinks available for purchase
🚫 Strictly no BYO food or beverages
🎟️ Tickets selling fast – secure your spot!

β€œLadies, frost yourselves.” πŸ’›πŸΏβœ¨ link in bio

28/05/2026

β„οΈπŸ«• Melbourne’s cosiest winter brunch is back at 🍷

Bottomless mulled wine, boozy hot choc, sparkling & decadent sweet + savoury fondue by the Yarra River πŸ”₯

πŸ“Every Saturday at Yarra Botanica
⏰ 2pm–4pm & 5pm–7pm
πŸ’° $79pp

Tag the friend you’d bring for the ultimate winter catch-up 🫢 πŸŽ₯ .withlexi

26/05/2026

Our Winter tradition is back β„οΈπŸ«•βœ¨

Warm cheese & chocolate fondue, bottomless mulled drinks, city views and slow Saturdays with your favourite people.

Every Saturday on the Upper Deck
12PM–2PM & 3PM–5PM 🍷 Winter in Melbourne was never meant to be spent at home β„οΈπŸ«•βœ¨ πŸŽ₯

Bottomless Fondue Brunch returns πŸ«•πŸ·Mulled drinks, indulgent fondues, and the ultimate weekend vibes.Starting this Saturd...
26/05/2026

Bottomless Fondue Brunch returns πŸ«•πŸ·
Mulled drinks, indulgent fondues, and the ultimate weekend vibes.

Starting this Saturday 30th, 2pm & 5pm slots available. πŸ§€

Gather your brunch crew and book your table before they’re gone ✨

Link in our bio 🍷

24/05/2026

🎨🍷 Unwind midweek with our Guided Paint & Sip Masterclass at Yarra Botanica!

Join us every fortnight on Tuesdays from 6pm – 8pm for a relaxed evening of creativity, drinks, and good vibes by the river ✨

For just $49 per person, enjoy a guided painting session led by a professional artist while sipping your favourite drink and tapping into your creative side. No experience needed 🎨🫢

πŸ“ Yarra Botanica
πŸ•• Fortnightly Tuesdays | 6pm – 8pm
🎟️ $49 per person πŸ”— link in the bio

Tag your paint partner and book your session now 🍷✨ πŸŽ₯

🎬 Yarra Movie Night Presents: Clueless (1995)πŸ“… Tuesday, 27 MayπŸšͺ Doors Open: 6:00 PMπŸŽ₯ Film Starts: 7:00 PM SharpπŸ“ Yarra B...
21/05/2026

🎬 Yarra Movie Night Presents: Clueless (1995)
πŸ“… Tuesday, 27 May
πŸšͺ Doors Open: 6:00 PM
πŸŽ₯ Film Starts: 7:00 PM Sharp
πŸ“ Yarra Botanica

✨ First come, first served seating
🍸 Food & drinks available for purchase
🚫 Strictly no BYO food or beverages 🎫 Tickets %50 sold out already!

β€œUgh, as if!” πŸ’‹πŸ’› link in the bio ✨

Every fortnight starting Tuesday 26th May at Yarra Botanica, your next creative night out awaits 🎨Full list of upcoming ...
19/05/2026

Every fortnight starting Tuesday 26th May at Yarra Botanica, your next creative night out awaits 🎨

Full list of upcoming paintings now live on our website πŸ’›

Wuthering Heights. On the Yarra. Tuesday 20th May 🎬Cosy chairs, mulled drinks & the Melbourne skyline β€” $29pp⚑ Spots are...
13/05/2026

Wuthering Heights. On the Yarra. Tuesday 20th May 🎬
Cosy chairs, mulled drinks & the Melbourne skyline β€” $29pp
⚑ Spots are limited β€” book now via link in bio πŸ”—

Address

Sandridge Wharf Southbank
Melbourne, VIC
3006

To reach the location off Sandridge Wharf Southbank in Melbourne, you can take a range of public transport options like trams and buses. The closest tram stops to the restaurant are #1 William St/Flinders St (Stop 4) and #101 William St/Collins St (Stop 3). Alternatively, if you prefer to drive, there are street parking spots available near the restaurant, as well as several paid parking lots nearby. Just remember to check the parking signs to avoid getting a ticket.

Opening Hours

Monday 12pm - 12am
Tuesday 12pm - 12am
Wednesday 12pm - 12am
Thursday 12pm - 12am
Friday 11:30am - 1am
Saturday 11am - 1am
Sunday 11:30am - 12am

Telephone

+61 3 8840 4824

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Yarra Botanica is a must-visit floating bar and eatery located on the Yarra River in Sandridge Wharf Southbank, Melbourne. This two-level restaurant celebrates season with its seasonal menu that offers a variety of delicious dishes. The iconic riverside view from the deck is breathtaking and adds to the overall dining experience. The live acoustics and rotating DJs including Ben Lawrence DJ, DJ TeePee, and Cliff Raux make for an enjoyable weekend. Yarra Botanica has also partnered with Infinity Blue Barramundi and Echuca Distillery for their Local Markets campaign, offering Rhubarb & Chilli Margarita or Gold Rush cocktails along with Blue local Barramundi Pie and Crumbed Blue Local Barramundi to satisfy your hunger pangs. Their Stoneground Sourdough Flatbread is a must-try dish that comes with sweet potato and chickpea dip, Warrigal greens pesto, creamy hung yoghurt, and bush dukkah. Yarra Botanica's Chandon Garden Spritz is perfect for any day of the week. With such captivating views of the Yarra River, it's no wonder why Yarra Botanica is a popular destination among locals and tourists alike.