Private Events & Venue Hire · Wellington

Your people.
Your night.

Three distinct spaces in Wellington's Courtenay Precinct. Intimate wine dinners to 300-guest celebrations.

Tell us about your event
Why Glou Glou

Somewhere people already love, yours for the night.

Reserved for your group

When you book any of our spaces, that venue is yours for the duration. Glou Glou and The Atrium are connected and share access - book both for full exclusivity, or book one and we'll make sure your event feels entirely its own. The Penthouse is exclusively yours from the moment you arrive.

Food and wine, sorted

Our kitchen provides everything. Sharing plates, canapes and even desserts with a full bar service throughout. All in-house and all tailored to your event.

Right-sized for your group

Three spaces means six guests or 300 guests both get the same care. Intimate dinner or full company celebration. Neither ends up in a room that's too big or too small.

The spaces

Three distinct spaces.

01 · Our signature space

Glou Glou

Up to 70 guests

The full Glou Glou experience. The bar, the kitchen, the whole floor, exclusively for your group. You already love it. Imagine having it all to yourselves.

End-of-year functions Product launches Milestone birthdays Networking
02

The Atrium

Up to 300 guests

Seamlessly connected to Glou Glou, The Atrium brings dramatic scale without losing the warmth. Use it solo, or combine with Glou Glou for a two-zone event that flows.

Large corporates Gala dinners Weddings
03 · Exclusive venue

The Penthouse

6 – 50 guests · Off-site

A private, elevated setting above the city at our exclusive venue. Wine-led, unhurried, considered. The place for groups who want more than a restaurant. A night they'll still be talking about.

Wine journeys Private dinners Corporate away-days Celebrations
What's on offer

Choose your space.

Each venue has its own format and inclusions. Expand any space below to see what's available, then enquire and we'll put together a package for your group.

The Atrium
Atrium long table dinner Atrium drinks
Event formats
Seated
Long-table dining
Standing
Up to 300 guests
Combined
Glou Glou + The Atrium
What's included
  • Full venue hire of The Atrium
  • Food and beverage packages available
  • Full catering available
  • Fully accessible, parking nearby
  • Connects directly to Glou Glou for two-zone events
Glou Glou and The Atrium combined

Use both spaces together. Welcome guests into the bar, move through to The Atrium for dinner. Two rooms, one seamless night. Cocktail hour to full celebration.

Best for
  • Large corporate end-of-year functions
  • Gala dinners and award evenings
  • Weddings and milestone celebrations
  • Launch events
Interested in The Atrium? Tell us your date, guest count, and format. We'll put together a proposal.
Enquire
The Penthouse
Penthouse dining Penthouse terrace
Hosted wine experiences, 6 to 20 guests
The Tasting
1.5 hours
  • 3 curated wines
  • Matched snacks
  • Hosted throughout
The Dinner
2.5 hours
  • 4 wines
  • 3-course dinner
  • Hosted throughout
The Long Table
3.5 hours
  • 5 wines
  • 5-course dinner
  • Hosted throughout
Add a canapé hour
Arrive, pour, graze. A relaxed opening before the main event begins.
Snacks and drinks, 6 to 50 guests
1.5 hrs
Standing social
2.5 hrs
Extended evening
4 hrs
Full event

Drinks, snacks, and good company. Relaxed and standing. Works as a full evening or the opening act to something more.

Venue hire The Penthouse is exclusively yours for the duration of your event. Overnight rates available on request.
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The food

What's on the table.

Our kitchen handles everything. From casual canapes to a full sharing spread. All made in-house, all tailored to your event.

Sharing plates
Marinated Olives VG, GF
Sweet & Spicy Popcorn VG, GF
Cheese & Biscuits V, GF*
Two cheese, apple chutney, quince paste, crackers & oat cakes
Breads & Dips GF*, V*
Spiced pumpkin, smoked salmon mousse, duck liver pate, toasted sourdough
Fries GF*, VG*
Spicy tomato sauce
Canapes & bites
Minimum 12 pieces per item
Kedgeree Croquettes V*
Curry oil
Gildas V*, VG*, GF
White & brown anchovy, marinated olive, pickled onion, pickled chilli
Smoked Salmon Mousse Crostini GF*
Mushroom Arancini GF*, V, VG*
Truffle mayonnaise
Smoked Warehou Beignets
Leek & chive dip
Loaded Potato Skins GF*, V*
Chive crème fraiche, pancetta crumb
Piedmontese Peppers GF, V*, VG*
Cherry tomato, buffalo mozzarella, basil
Chicken & Tarragon Vol au Vents
Roast Pork Belly Sliders GF*, VG*
Quince, apple chutney
Fish Goujons
Tartare sauce
We offer a variety of food, including options for common allergens. If you have a food allergy please notify our team when you enquire.
V vegetarian  ·  VG vegan  ·  GF gluten-free  ·  N contains nuts  ·  DF dairy free  ·  *on request
How it works

Four steps. That's it.

From first message to the night itself.

1
Tell us about your event
Fill in the form below. Guest count, date, type of event. That's enough to start.
2
We're in touch within two working days
A real person, not a bot. We confirm availability and ask anything we need.
3
Receive a tailored proposal
Specific to your event, your group, and your budget. Package and inclusions in one document.
4
Confirm and leave it with us
You confirm, we handle everything. Show up on the night. That's it.

Good questions

The Penthouse suits groups from 6 to 50. Glou Glou works well from around 30 guests (minimum spend applies). The Atrium is best from 50 upward. Not sure which space fits? Just ask and we'll help you figure it out.
Every event is a little different, so we build packages tailored to your group, date, and what you need. Enquire with the form below and we'll come back with a proposal that fits your budget.
We handle everything. Food and beverage is provided by our kitchen across all three spaces.
Absolutely. Get in touch and we'll arrange a walk-through at a time that suits you.
The earlier the better. November and December book out fast, so if you have a date in mind, reach out as soon as possible. That said, get in touch regardless and we'll let you know what's available.
Yes. Glou Glou is fully licensed. All events are operated in accordance with the Sale and Supply of Alcohol Act 2012.
Yes. Our kitchen accommodates vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and common allergies. Please include details when you enquire and we'll confirm what's possible for your event.
17A Allen Street, The Exchange, Te Aro, Wellington. Between Allen and Blair Streets, in the Courtenay Precinct. Street parking and public transport are both close by. The venue is fully accessible.
Get in touch

Tell us about your event

We'll come back to you within two working days with a tailored proposal.

Or email us: hello@glouglou.nz

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