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Ninis Hawthorn

302 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

Recommended by 72 people

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302 Burwood Rd, Hawthorn VIC 3122, Australia

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+61 487 928 448
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About Ninis Hawthorn

Ninis Hawthorn pairs airy indoor-outdoor event dining with hands-on coordination on Burwood Road. Host Bita runs the floor herself—aligning suppliers, styling, and timing so hosts can stay at the table. Functions flow naturally between the light-filled dining room and open-air terrace, whether set around generous grazing tables, roaming cocktail bites, or long sit-down banquets. Diners return for the crispy prawn kataifi alongside slow-roasted lamb shoulder served with lemony potatoes.

  • Dedicated Event Coordination: Host Bita personally oversees vendor setups, timing, and room flow for milestone celebrations.
  • Indoor-Outdoor Flow: An airy dining room connects directly to an outdoor terrace, adapting effortlessly to shifting Melbourne weather.
  • Generous Feasting: Tables center on slow-roasted lamb shoulder paired with lemony potatoes and crisp prawn kataifi.
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Why Host Your Next Function at Nini's Hawthorn

Dedicated owner-led coordination, flexible indoor-outdoor spaces, and warm hospitality make every milestone celebration effortless.

  • Turnkey Event Coordination

    Owner-led on-site coordination manages external vendor bump-ins, floor logistics, and real-time event flow so milestones run smoothly.

    It was like having a dedicated event coordinator taking care of everything.

    Siamak Ahrari

  • Flexible Function Catering Formats

    Stand-up gatherings and celebrations feature abundant presentation options from expansive grazing setups to continuous tray-passed cocktail items.

    The grazing table option and roaming canapes provided a nice balance for a stand-up function.

    Tahli Hilton

  • Calm, Stress-Free Hosting

    Personalized attention and meticulous planning eliminate operational friction, allowing hosts to stay fully present during major celebrations.

    The team went above and beyond to accommodate our needs and helped make the day feel seamless and stress-free.

    Maria Karabitsakos

  • Warm, Family-Like Care

    Intimate hospitality and generous hospitality create an atmosphere that feels as warm and welcoming as a private home.

    It felt like we all stepped into our friend’s Lounge room and shared dinner together as family!

    Tracey Claridge

  • Weather-Adaptive Indoor-Outdoor Layout

    A balanced dual layout allows functions to start indoors and fluidly transition to outdoor open-air spaces regardless of Melbourne weather changes.

    With the variable weather, it suited perfectly to start inside, but as weather improved, it seemlessly converted to a great indoor/outdoor experience.

    Scott Taylor

  • Tailored Milestone Celebration Setting

    Dedicated function hosting comfortably supports milestone occasions like baptisms, christenings, and 21st celebrations with ample space and attentive floor service.

    The venue is modern, clean, and spacious, with a great indoor and outdoor setup.

    Niki Veleska

Signature shared plates and function catering formats highlighted by guests

  • Slow Roasted Lamb Shoulder

    Meal of the day was definitely the slow roasted lamb shoulder with lemony potatoes!

    Laura Hart

  • Prawn Kataifi

    The prawn kataifi was so fresh and crispy.

    Laura Hart

  • Grazing Table

    The grazing table was a huge round table and a heap of varieties to choose from as well as cocktail food that kept coming out!

    Mia-Rose Nuzzaco

  • Roaming Canapes

    The grazing table option and roaming canapes provided a nice balance for a stand-up function.

    Tahli Hilton

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and hands-on hospitality that elevate milestone celebrations at Ninis Hawthorn.

  • Pre-event Children's Entertainment Setup

    To keep younger guests entertained, the owner proactively prepared colouring sheets and pencils before the event started.

  • Hands-on Third-Party Vendor Coordination

    Direct liaison with external soft play and balloon styling suppliers to manage delivery timing and room coordination on-site.

  • Power Outage Contingency Hospitality

    During an area-wide suburban blackout, staff maintained hospitality and dinner service without disruption so the wedding celebration could continue.

  • Real-Time Event Ambiance & Detail Management

    Active floor supervision adjusting venue sound, lighting, and food service timing continuously throughout milestone gatherings.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can you host private events and functions here?

Yes. The venue accommodates private events ranging from christenings and baptisms to milestone birthdays and corporate gatherings. Hosts can choose from options such as roaming canapés, a grazing table, or seated meal menus.

Is outdoor seating available?

The venue features an airy layout with both indoor space and an outdoor dining area, allowing gatherings and dining to adapt comfortably across indoor and outdoor settings.

What dishes and dining style are recommended?

Guests highlight Mediterranean and Middle Eastern dishes, including slow-roasted lamb shoulder with potatoes, saganaki, prawn kataifi, calamari, scallops, and shared dips, alongside cocktails and desserts.

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