Set Menu Choices
We require tables of 8 - 12 guests to book with antipasto platters followed by a la carte choices or choose a set menu below.
13 or more guests must choose from one of the set menus below.
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You can find examples of our set menus and additional information on functions, deposits, linen, minimum spend requirements and other FAQs below.
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Details to meals on our set menu choices can be found on our full a la carte menu.
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Use the menus to reference function choice ideas or choose alternative meals for your guests from the a la carte menu.
You can swap courses around or add to if you prefer which may alter the price per head.
BANQUET Vegetariano or Vegano
Please note all choices must be made 1 week prior to event and apply to entire group.
The following dishes are not available a la carte.
Minimum spend for function applies.
See additional information and FAQs below
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Antipasto:
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ANTIPASTO $18pp
Selection of vegetarian antipasti such as olives, cheese, grilled vegetables and arancini served on sharing platters (VGO)
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BRUSCHETTE, PANE E AGLIO E OLIVE $10pp
Selection of mixed bruschetta, garlic bread and olives for your guests to share (VGO)
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Entree:
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ZUPPA VEGETARIANA (VG) $16pp
Choose one for entire party:
- Lenticchie: Lentil soup
- Minestrone: Mixed vegetable and bean soup
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OR
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DUETTO DI PASTA from $28pp
Select two pastas from pasta list below to be served together to each guest.
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OR
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TRIO DI PASTA from $28pp
Select three pasta dishes from list below to be served on sharing platters.
PASTA CHOICES most will be able to be catered to GF and Vegan
- Gnocchi ai Quattro Formaggi
Zia's renowed 4 cheese sauce
- Paccheri Al Ragù Di Melanzane
with ragu of eggplant, zucchi, bufala mozzarella, pomodoro, basilico
- Casarecce Al Profumo Di Bosco
Twisted pasta with Porcini mushroom and truffle oil
- Spaghetti
Long pasta with basil and pesto
- Penne
Short tube pasta with spinach, pesto and mushroom (VG) (GFO)
- Lasagna Vegetariana/Vegana
layers of pasta sheets in between layers of mixed vegetables
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Secondo:
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PARMIGIANA (GF) (VGO) $32
Oven baked organic eggplant layered with a mixture of garden vegetables, cheese, pomodoro and basil
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LENTICCHIE (VGO)
Lentils served with cauliflower, fresh cherri tomatoes, olives, pistachio nuts
with cheese (vegan or regular).
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OR
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POLPETTE (VGO)
Large oven baked veggie balls.
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OR
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POLENTA
Creamy Polenta (a cornmeal porridge dish popular in Northern Italy)
served with mixed vegetables and tomato sauce.
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Dolce:
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TIRAMISU $12 - $14
Rich layers of mascarpone, biscuits dipped in espresso, liquore, cacao.
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SORBETTO (GF) (VG) $8 - $16
A dairy and egg free frozen treat
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SEMI FREDDO $14
Italian for "half-frozen", this cold mousse dessert is a delightful treat.
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OR
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TARTUFO ARTIGIONALE $14
Spiced rum ganache encased in hazelnut gelato and cocoa $14
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OR
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DOLCE DEL GIORNO $12 - $16
Cake of the day.
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Our function co ordinator will let you know which desserts are available for the above categories.
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VGO = Vegan Option available.
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Minimum spend per person not including drinks $60
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BAMBINI SET MENU
Minimum spend $50 on Saturdays and $35 other days
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ANTIPASTO $15, GARLIC BREAD $4 OR BRUSCHETTA $6
Shared with adults
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PASTA $15: Gnocchi, Penne or Spaghetti with either
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Napoli (plain tomato)
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Bolognese
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Polpette (add $3)
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In bianco Burro (butter) or Olio (oil)
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Formaggio cheese (add $3)
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COTOLETTA $25
Chicken Schnitzel served with chips
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BAMBINI ICE CREAM $5
with or without chocolate sauce​
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SET MENU A
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ANTIPASTO
Selection of antipasti such as salumi, olives, cheese and grilled vegetables served on sharing platters
(add arancini +$3pp add calamari +$3pp)
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ALTERNATING MAIN*
Alternating main meals of the following served with roast potatoes and vegetables
Stracotto D'Agnello, Saltimbocca Di Pollo, Pesce Del Giorno
(Parmigiana for Vegetarians or Vegan guests)
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CAFFÈ
Coffee, tea or hot chocolate
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$60pp
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SET MENU Con PASTA Platters
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ANTIPASTO
Selection of antipasti such as salumi, olives, cheese and grilled vegetables, arancini and calamari served on sharing platters
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TRIO DI PASTA
Trio of pasta Gnocchi, Paccheri and Trenette served on sharing platters.
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CAFFÈ
Coffee, tea or hot chocolate
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$60pp
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For pasta lovers​
SET MENU Bruschettina
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BRUSCHETTE E OLIVE
Selection of mixed bruschetta and olives for your guests to share
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DUETTO DI PASTA
Two pasta dishes of Gnocchi quattro formaggi and Penne veg ragù served together for each guest.
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ALTERNATING MAIN*
Alternating main meals of the following served with roast potatoes and vegetables
Stracotto D'Agnello, Saltimbocca Di Pollo, Pesce Del Giorno
(Parmigiana for Vegetarians or Vegan guests)
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CAFFÈ
Coffee, tea or hot chocolate
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$75pp
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A little something more.
SET MENU D'oro
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ANTIPASTO
Selection of antipasti such as salumi, olives, cheese and grilled vegetables served on sharing platters
(add arancini +$3pp add calamari +$3pp)
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DUETTO DI PASTA
Two pasta dishes of Gnocchi quattro formaggi and Penne veg ragù served together for each guest.
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ALTERNATING MAIN*
Alternating main meals of the following served with roast potatoes and vegetables
Stracotto D'Agnello, Saltimbocca Di Pollo, Pesce Del Giorno
(Parmigiana for Vegetarians or Vegan guests)
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CAFFÈ
Coffee, tea or hot chocolate
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$80pp
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Our most requested menu.
SET MENU Con Dolce
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ANTIPASTO
Selection of antipasti such as salumi, olives, cheese and grilled vegetables served on sharing platters
(add arancini +$3pp add calamari +$3pp)
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DUETTO DI PASTA
TTwo pasta dishes of Gnocchi quattro formaggi and Penne veg ragù served together for each guest.
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ALTERNATING MAIN*
Alternating main meals of the following served with roast potatoes and vegetables
Veal Scaloppine, Capretto Al Forno, Pesce Del Giorno
(Parmigiana for Vegetarians or Vegan guests)
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DOLCE
Dessert of the day
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CAFFÈ
Coffee, tea or hot chocolate
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$90pp
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La Dolce Vita - spoil your guests the Italian way!
Insalate e Contorni (V, GF)
Additional sides from $5pp
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INSALATA MEDITERRANEA
Mixed leaves, fresh tomato, organic goat cheese and olives
INSALATA INSOLITA
Radicchio leaf with fennel, orange and walnuts
INSALATA DI RUCOLA
Rocket and Parmesan salad in a balsamic dressing
INSALATA CAPRESE
Fresh tomato and bufala mozzarella drizzled with extra virgin olive oil and basil
FUNGHI TRIFOLATI
Mushrooms tossed in a pan of garlic, parsley and white wine
SPINACI AL LIMONE
Sauteed spinach in a lemon dressing
CAVOLO NERO
Tuscan cabbage panfried with shallots and chilli served warm with freshly ground black pepper
PATATE
Roast potato or roasted sweet potato or combo
PATATINE FRITTE
Fried chips with or without truffle garlic aioli
*Alternative dishes for dietary requirements such as Vegetarian, lactose/gluten free or other can be arranged.
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The above function menus are standard and popular course choices, you can discuss changes with our function co ordinator.
Set menu details can be changed, altered or added. Changes may incur an extra charge.
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Additional $5pp for guests choice of main, however we advise against this option for large functions as it holds up service considerably.
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MORE INFO AND FAQs BELOW
SPECIAL BANQUET $180pp
(min 30 to max 50 guests for this option)
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SPRITZ & PROSECCO ON ARRIVAL
You and your guests will be greeted with an Italian Spritz or sparkling Prosecco on arrival in our bar room.
GRAZING ANTIPASTO TABLE
Mingle and enjoy a stand up grazing table filled with artfully arranged cold meats, selection of gourmet Italian cheeses, grilled veggies, arancini, calamari and other grazing delicacies.
MAIN MEAL
From there you will move into the Main Dining Room where you and your guests will enjoy a sit down banquet meal to be shared with matching wines.
DESSERT TABLE
Finally, a dessert table for all your guests to finish off with.
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STAND UP COCKTAIL FUNCTIONS
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We have recently had an increased interest in private stand up cocktail events which have been a great success.
We have held these functions in our bar room with by-folding doors that open up onto bustling BRUNSWICK EAST Lygon St.
Minimum fee for stand up cocktail event is from $3000.
Cocktail food menu starts from $60pp and does not include beverages.
We cater a cocktail menu which is specific to you and your special event.
Drinks are charged separately.
DRINK CHOICES AND PACKAGES
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There are a few options from which to choose from, but it must apply to the whole party.
We apologise in advance, but we do not do half and half.
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Option 1: Bar Tab: Nominate an amount for your drink's tab. Drinks are served to your table by your waiter as ordered by your guests. No limit to types of beverage unless stated by yourself. When Tab limit is reached you will be notified and can choose to increase tab or stop. Bill is paid at end of event.
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Option 2: Add to Bill: Order drinks from our menu as desired. Bill will be presented at the end of the function for all beverages consumed. No limit to types of beverage unless stated.
Option 3: Drink Package: $60pp for 3 hours. Includes all drinks from drinks menu and house wine. Excludes spirits & cocktails.
For Children: Basic Soft Drink Package and juice package $15pp for 3 hours.
More Info about drink packages:
Drink package applies to the whole party
Unlimited drinks served for 3 hours starting from time of reservation or first arrival.
We give table service, so please order through your waiter, unless otherwise organised.
Spirits are not included Price quoted is per person.
All guests from event must take the same drinks package, sorry no adjustments to this.
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ADDITIONAL FUNCTION INFORMATION & FAQ
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Function Menu
We require tables of 10 guests or more to book with a set menu.
You can find examples of our set menus above and additional information here.
Details to set menu choices can be found on our full a La carte menu.
Use the menus to reference function choice ideas or choose alternative meals for your guests from the a la carte menu.
You can swap courses around or add to if you prefer which may alter the price per head.
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Dietary Requirements and Finer Details
Once you have chosen a set menu, we can discuss the finer details.
We are happy to cater to specific needs and dietary requirements such as Vegetarian, Vegan, LF, GF, etc and these can all be discussed and finalised before the event.
Drinks
Usually the best option is drinks on consumption and paid at the end of the night - the drink packages are more tailored to corporate events and are not necessary for intimate family celebrations.
We have table service.
There is no ordering facility at the bar.
The barista receives orders from the waiter assigned to your table.
Some hosts prefer to order bottles of wine and drinks for the table rather than have guests order off the drinks menu and this can also be arranged.
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Payment
We require a deposit to secure a booking.
Function deposits must be paid one month prior to the function date.
The remaining can be paid at the end of the night with the deposit deducted from the bill. We do not split bills. We will accept up to 2 cards maximum per table. It is best to advise your guests to bring cash if paying separately.
We require 48hrs notice for no shows or guests that can not attend.
100% charge will apply after 48hrs notice
Private Room
Minimum charge for use of a private room is $3500 for Main Room and $3000 for Bar Room. This includes all meals and drinks.
Use of entire venue including fireplace lounge area is $7000.
Minimum charge for use of private bar room on weeknights/days is $2500.
Minimum charge for group luncheon is from $2500 in order for us to open on an other-wised closed time and does not guarantee private room.
You may not be assigned a private space unless request is granted and secured with deposit.
If a private space is required, please request at time of booking as space quickly fills up and may not be available.
If minimum spend is not reached the remaining amount will act as a hiring fee.
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Time
Lunch bookings are from 12pm - 4pm
Dinner bookings are from 6pm - 10pm
Exceptions may be granted, but must be approved beforehand and will incur additional charges of $500 per hour.
Table Set Up
Depending on the number of guests the arrangement of tables will be that which is both comfortable for your guests and convenient for staff to serve. For this reason, we do not allow hosts to design table lay out, but will take into consideration any wishes and happy to discuss preferred options.
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Cake and decorations can be delivered prior to your function at an agreed time
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Decorations, flower arrangements, menu design/prints and place setting can be arranged separately and at an additional cost.
We can recommend designers and decorators who have successfully collaborated with us in the past.
ADDITIONAL POPULAR COURSE EXTRAS PRICED PER PERSON (pp)
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Aperitivo
Let our waiters greet your guests on arrival with an aperitif such as Campari / Aperol Spritz or Prosecco
12 pp
Price applies when this option is applied to all guests, not partial guests - no exceptions.
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Bruschetta and Garlic bread
added to choice A or C
6.5 pp
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Salad
to be shared at your table with mains
5pp
Alcohol
We are fully licenced and do not allow BYO alcohol into functions, refer to drink choices and packages.
If you have a special bottle of champagne that you would like to enjoy with your celebratory cake we will allow that at $20 corkage per bottle.
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Cake
Bring your own chosen celebratory cake
2 pp
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Add desserts
12pp
Cheese/fruit platter
15pp
Linen - POA
We do not dress our tables with linen, however you can request white linen priced after table settings and final numbers are discussed or you can choose to have it all designed with your chosen event decorator.
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Children's set menu
Children's set menu start at minimum $35pp for entree pasta & cotoletta.
Children's menu N/A for Saturday Functions.
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