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What's On for Melbourne Cup

Hunters Quarter

Hunters Quarter

European   $$$$$

Pokolbin

13 Chef Hat Award
8 Aug -
4 Nov

MELBOURNE CUP

4th November 2025

WHAT TO EXPECT Cup Day menu with local seasonal highlights, premium wines & champagne, live race coverage, a bespoke display of fascinators for your enjoyment. PLUS - Best-dressed prizes & floral ... more
1912 Restaurant at Riverlea Estate

1912 Restaurant at Riverlea Estate

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Warrandyte

11 Aug -
6 Nov

Ladies Lunch - Oaks Day Event

Live music, cocktails..

Join us for a Oaks Day to remember! Welcome cocktails & canapes on arrival, live music, photobooth, door prizes & 3 course lunch. more
NINETEEN

NINETEEN

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Pokolbin

4
Nov

Melbourne Cup Lunch

Great Food, Great Drinks

Watch the race that stops the nation at NINETEEN Hunter Valley. With a 3-course alternate drop menu and 3.5-hour beverage package for $145, come and enjoy a day full of fun, food and friends. ... more
Ormeggio at The Spit

Ormeggio at The Spit

Italian   $$$$$

Mosman

16 Chef Hat Award
4
Nov

Melbourne Cup

Tuesday 4th November

Swap trackside for waterside this Melbourne Cup!Dress in your race-day best and enjoy a long lunch by the harbour for $219 per person. Watch the race live on our big screen, with sweepstakes (autom... more
NOAH'S on the beach

NOAH'S on the beach

Modern Australian   $$$$$

Newcastle City

4
Nov

Melbourne Cup - Watch the Race in Style!

Book your table now!

Join us for a fabulous Three Course Luncheon overlooking spectacular Newcastle Beach Includes: Glass of Sparkling Wine & Canapes on Arrival, 3 Course Luncheon by Executive Chef Trevor Curry, 4 Ho... more
Smokey Moo

Smokey Moo

American   $$$$$

Newstead

10 Oct 24 -
31 Mar 26

Smokey Moo Catering

Let Us Cook for You

Need that perfect solution for home or office catering? Bring Smokey Moo to you! Whether it's a party, wedding, corporate or boardroom lunch, team meeting, Melbourne Cup or Christmas party, we have... more