Private dining
Private dining venue in Christchurch
Bar Franco offers private dining in central Christchurch for group celebrations, business dinners, and special occasions that call for a dedicated space.
Our restaurant level can be reserved for seated functions of up to 60 guests, combining Italian-inspired dishes, curated drinks, and attentive service in a setting designed for conversation.
Whether you're planning a birthday dinner, engagement celebration, client evening, or team gathering, private dining at Bar Franco keeps the focus on good food, good company, and a seamless experience from arrival to final toast.
The restaurant level at Bar Franco is designed for seated dining and group gatherings, offering a warm and contemporary setting in the heart of Christchurch.
The restaurant level at Bar Franco is designed for seated dining and group gatherings, offering a warm and contemporary setting in the heart of Christchurch.
The space works well for long-table dinners, structured set menus, and exclusive restaurant hire. For larger events, both levels of the venue can be reserved to combine seated dining downstairs with cocktail-style drinks upstairs.
As a private dining venue in Christchurch, Bar Franco hosts a range of occasions throughout the year.
Birthday dinners, engagement celebrations, corporate and client evenings, end-of-year team functions, and family gatherings are all well suited to the restaurant layout.
The space adapts easily depending on the style of your event. Some groups prefer a formal seated dinner with a set menu, while others opt for a more relaxed shared format designed around conversation and movement.
In each case, the experience remains centred around quality food, thoughtful drinks, and smooth service.
Great celebrations are built around good food and drinks. Our function options include curated drinks selections, from cocktails and wines to beers and Prosecco, paired with Italian-inspired canapés and grazing tables.
Whether you’re hosting an engagement party, wedding reception, or pre-wedding event, packages can be structured around your guest numbers and style of service.
Nights our guests remember
"Thank you so so much!! It was honestly the perfect set up for us and everyone loved the attention to detail with our name on the menu too, that was such a nice touch thank you.
A massive thank you to you & your team for hosting us so seamlessly - it was such a relaxing evening. We hope to be back!"
Elise H
"We had the most amazing time! Everything was absolutely perfect. Couldn't have been better. Thank you so much for all of your help and, again, for a perfect night!
Everyone is saying it was the best venue we have ever held a Xmas party at."
Annie L
"Thank you so much for hosting us! Everything ran so smoothly thanks to you, and all of the staff were extremely attentive and friendly.
Food and drinks were all great, I will definitely be coming back and recommending you for events!"
Kaylin O
Enquire about your event
If you’re looking for a private dining room in Christchurch for your next celebration or business dinner, we’d be happy to guide you through the options.
Share your preferred date and guest numbers, and our team will take care of the rest.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we only book the restaurant?
Exclusive hire of the restaurant level is available depending on guest numbers and the date of your event.
What’s the guest capacity?
The restaurant accommodates up to 120 guests seated.
Is there a minimum spend?
Minimum spend requirements vary based on the size of your group and the day of the week. Our team will provide tailored details when you enquire.
What is the closing time?
While we usually close at 10pm, private events can run until midnight.