VenU restaurant
VenU is our student-run restaurant at Footscray Nicholson Campus. The industry-standard facility provides a simulated work environment for hospitality students to refine their skills under the guidance of our expert teachers.
VenU has been awarded Best Food Service Training Initiative in the 2024 Tourism Training Awards.
Opening hours
We're open from 9am Wednesday for takeaway breakfast and 10am Thursday for coffee (excluding public holidays).
VenU offers mid-week lunch and dinner options with a changing menu that features a variety of dishes based around seasonal produce. Operating dates and time below.
Location
Level 1 Building D, Footscray Nicholson Campus
Corner of Nicholson and Buckley Streets, Footscray
Entrance via Albert Street
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About the restaurant
VenU provides seasonal dishes prepared by our apprentice chefs, and professional service from our hospitality and events students.
The licensed restaurant features:
- a main dining room that seats 100 guests
- a function space for 50 guests
- à la carte, café and bistro dining
- menus featuring seasonal and local produce
- a selection of local wines and craft beers.
Hot and cold drinks are available to order with lunch and dinner.
Functions and business events
Hire a private dining space or stand-up functions and events:
- a main dining room seats 100 guests
- a function space for 50 guests
A choice of café, à la carte, bistro and cocktail menus feature seasonal and local produce accompanied by a selection of local wines and craft beers. The spaces include AV equipment and state-of-the-art kitchens. Our event spaces are also conveniently located within walking distance to Footscray Station. Booking availability may vary due to the nature of a training restaurant.
For general bookings, book here.
