Platform 28

Platform 28 occupies the heritage-listed Goods Shed North at 82 Village Street, Docklands, bringing the character of a former railway goods shed into a contemporary restaurant, bar and events venue. Exposed beams, industrial finishes and broad interiors retain a sense of the site’s railway past, while the overall setting is designed for relaxed dining, drinks and larger gatherings.

The kitchen serves Modern Australian food, with seasonal menus, year-round classics and a focus on local produce. Dining is available for lunch and dinner from Monday to Saturday, with the full à la carte menu offered from midday until 9pm. The drinks selection includes beers, wines and cocktails, making the venue suited to a work lunch, casual catch-up or a meal and drinks before or after an event. It is also positioned as a meeting place for AFL fans, concert-goers and other crowds heading to Marvel Stadium.

There is plenty of room to choose from, with two levels, three bars, lounge areas and indoor and outdoor event spaces. That layout allows Platform 28 to accommodate everyday restaurant bookings as well as larger group occasions. The venue promotes private functions, corporate events, birthday parties, engagement celebrations, networking gatherings and other milestone events, with options including private bars, catering, audio-visual facilities and flexible function areas. Its location near Southern Cross Station, Melbourne CBD and Marvel Stadium adds practical convenience for guests arriving from around Melbourne.

Platform 28 is a strong fit for groups who want dining and drinks in a spacious, character-filled setting, whether they are organising a work function, celebrating a birthday or meeting before a stadium event. It also works for office lunches and informal after-work gatherings, while the historic setting gives a standard restaurant visit more visual interest than a typical modern dining room. The venue’s emphasis is on adaptable spaces and group hospitality rather than a small, intimate dining experience.