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Father’s Day

Father’s Day at The Island Gold Coast. For dads who love a taste of the good life!

Whether he loves to sit at the head of the table reminiscing about the good old days, or prefers to brunch so he can catch up on ‘resting with eyes closed’ — we’ve got a bundle of
fun to put a smile on his dial this Father’s Day.

Sunday 6th September
All-day lunch from 11.30am.

Read on to see what’s in store at the Island this Father’s Day.

GOLDIE’S

For the trad kinda dad, there’s lunch and dinner at Goldie’s. Here, dad will feel right at home feasting on succulent steaks, bad-ass burgers, seafood and schnitzels with all the trimmings. Choose from the all day menu or, if Dad’s feeling extra adventurous, let him go all in with our Father’s Day Feast with 1.2kg Wagyu with all the trims. View the menu here.

Father’s Day Feast – $49 p/person

Start: Wood-fired breads with house made dips and Mount Zero olives (v), housemade arancini with truffle mayonnaise and pecorino (v).

Main (served share style): 1.2kg Wagyu Mbs 4+, truffle fries and rocket parmesan salad. (The Father’s Day Feast has a minimum of 4 guests).

Father’s Day at Goldie’s
From 11:30am. Lunch and Dinner menu available.

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THE ISLAND ROOFTOP

For the dad who’s down with the kids and loves to lie-in, there’s the Island Rooftop all day menu under the GC sunshine. Dad will relish the chance to kick-start Father’s Day in the sun eating his favourite goodies, all to the soundtrack of Sunday with our res DJs. View the menu here.

Father’s Day at The Island Rooftop
From 11:30am. Lunch and Dinner menu available.

BOOK THE ROOFTOP

Bruce Bishop Carpark is located directly next door to the Island on Beach Road and has discounted car-parking. Find it here.

Melbourne Cup

When more is the only way to go. Expect more, more, more — with heaps of ways to party this Melbourne Cup Day across the whole of the Island Gold Coast.

G.H. Mumm Birdcage – The Island Rooftop

Ruffle some feathers at the G.H. Mumm Birdcage — The Island Rooftop. Have your fascinators at the ready, the Rooftop is serving up a whip-cracking selection of canapés, including more substantial offerings and a wood fired pizza station to keep you satisfied all day. Sip on Mumm Brut Prestige during the three-hour premium beverage package, with premium wines (including rosé), tap beers, ginger beer and cider all included. You’ll be entertained with an MC to host, DJs, sweeps, giant LED screens to watch the big race and a photo wall to capture your gorgeousness — mwah!

From 12.30pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3 hours of:

Beverages: Mumm Brut Prestige, premium wines, rosé, premium tap beers, ginger beer, cider, soft drink and juices
Food: wood fired pizza station and an exquisite selection of hot and cold canapés
Entertainment throughout the afternoon
Fashions on the field, amazing prizes for best dressed Duke and Duchess, best race day hat, race day sweeps and more.

The After-Party, open to the public, will kick off on The Island Rooftop at 3:30pm and continue until late.

From $120 per person + booking fee.

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Private Booths – The Island Rooftop

Buddy up with a G.H. Mumm Champagne Private Booth — The Island Rooftop. Looking for an exclusive way to celebrate for you and your crew? These luxe booths guarantee you a winning day, with all the G.H. Mumm Birdcage inclusions PLUS welcome charcuterie and welcome bottles of G.H. Mumm Grand Cordon Champagne, served to your cosy seats. You’ll also enjoy cocktail carafes throughout the three-hour festivities.

From 12.30pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3 hours of:

All the beverage, food, and entertainment inclusions from the G.H. Mumm Birdcage on the Island Rooftop, PLUS
Your own exclusive guaranteed private seating for your group on the Island Rooftop
Welcome charcuterie brought to your table on arrival
Welcome bottles of G.H. Mumm Grand Cordon Champagne brought to your table on arrival (1 x 700ml bottle per 4 people booked)
Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz Cocktail carafes throughout the 3 hour package.

From $190 per person + booking fee. Minimum 6 people.

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G.H. Mumm Gala Luncheon – The Island Glasshouse

Live luxe at the G.H. Mumm Gala Luncheon — The Island Glasshouse. Treat yourself to a decadent three-and-a-half-hour feast and three course luncheon at the Island Glasshouse. You’ll be spoilt for choice with a premium drinks selection including Mumm Brut Prestige, Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz Cocktails, rosé, prosecco, premium wines, tap beers, ginger beer and cider. And there’s more! Your ticket includes a $10 charity donation, a live band to keep you entertained, an MC to host, and photo wall.

From 12.00pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3.5 hours of:

Beverages: Mumm Brut Prestige, Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz Cocktails, premium wine, rosé, prosecco, premium tap beers, ginger beer, cider, soft drink and juices
Food: three course gala luncheon
Entertainment throughout the afternoon including a live band
Fashions on the field, amazing prizes for best dressed Duke and Duchess, best race day hat, race day sweeps and more.

From $195 per person + booking fee. $10 from every ticket will go towards our charity partner for the day.

*Every group is seated at their own table at the G.H. Mumm Gala Luncheon. If your group is buying tickets individually, come up with your ‘group name’ and include it at checkout so we can sit your group together.

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Glasshouse Gala Luncheon Menu

Two course menu served alternate drop with an oyster bar.

On the table
Artisan bread rolls with butter and smoked salt

Entree
Beetroot & gin cured salmon, citrus creme fraiche, heirloom tomato, radish, salmon caviar, lemon oil (gf) (A)
Lamb loin, chickpea puree, toasted macadamia, whipped goats cheese, sumac, harissa oil, shiso (gf)

Mains
Slow cooked beef cheek, salt baked beetroots, confit garlic mash, Bourguignon sauce (gf)
Roasted chicken breast, parsnip puree, charred leeks, crispy leeks, chicken jus (gf)

Dessert
Chocolate & salted caramel tart, whipped mascarpone, roasted hazelnut brittle (gf)
Lemon meringue tart, blueberry compote, edible flowers

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Penthouse Gala Luncheon – The Island Penthouse

Go all-out glam this Melbourne Cup at the Penthouse Gala Luncheon — The Island Penthouse. An exclusive celebration on the top floor, complete with our open-air Penthouse Terrace Bar. Indulge with an oyster bar on arrival, followed by a two-course luncheon. Sip on premium spirits, Mumm Brut Prestige, Watermelon & Elderflower Spritz Cocktails, rosé, prosecco, ginger beer and premium tap beers — all included during this three-and-a-half-hour sit-down luncheon in the sunshine.

To top it all off, enjoy DJs and an MC hosting the day’s entertainment, sweeps, all the live racing action, and a photo wall to capture your most stylish moments.

From 12.00pm – 3.30pm, enjoy 3.5 hours of:

Beverages: Premium spirits, Cocktails – Watermelon and Elderflower Spritz; Mumm Brut Prestige, premium wines, rosé, prosecco, premium tap beers, ginger beer, cider, soft drink and juices
Food: oyster bar and a two course sit-down luncheon
DJs throughout the afternoon
Fashions on the field, amazing prizes for best dressed Duke and Duchess, best race day hat, race day sweeps and more.

From $229 per person + booking fee.

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Penthouse Gala Luncheon Menu

Two course menu served alternate drop with an oyster bar.

Oyster Bar

Entree
Beetroot & gin cured salmon, citrus creme fraiche, heirloom tomato, radish, salmon caviar, lemon oil (gf) (A)
Lamb loin, chickpea puree, toasted macadamia, whipped goats cheese, sumac, harissa oil, shiso (gf)

Mains
Slow cooked beef cheek, salt baked beetroots, confit garlic mash, Bourguignon sauce (gf)
Roasted chicken breast, parsnip puree, charred leeks, crispy leeks, chicken jus (gf)

*Every group is seated at their own table at the Penthouse Gala Luncheon. If your group is buying tickets individually, come up with your ‘group name’ and include it at checkout so we can sit your group together.

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Private Rooms

Looking to cater for a larger group in your own exclusive space? Contact us via the form here or phone us on (07) 5538 8000 to chat about how we can combine multiple booths for your group or provide you with your very own exclusive-use room.

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FAQs

Can you cater to my food allergies and dietary requirements? We strive to accommodate food allergies. For the Glasshouse Luncheon, include dietary needs at checkout. For other areas, inform our staff on the day. Note: We may not cater to all preferences (e.g., keto, low-carb, low sugar).

Can you seat my group together? Allocated seating is available only for the Glasshouse Luncheon and the Penthouse Luncheon. If purchasing tickets separately for these events, create a ‘group name’ and include at checkout to ensure your party is seated together. All other events have unallocated seating; arrive early to secure a spot.

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? This event will be restricted to over 18s only. There will also be a range of non-alcoholic drinks available in all packages throughout the event.

What’s the refund policy? We do not offer refunds for this event.

Christmas Day Lunch

Spend Christmas Day at The Island Gold Coast. Gather your family and friends for a memorable Christmas lunch in the heart of Surfers Paradise. Savour a festive feast surrounded by the vibrant atmosphere and coastal charm of The Island. This year, we’re offering two unique Christmas dining experiences to suit every celebration:

Christmas Day Family Buffet

Enjoy our traditional Christmas buffet, brimming with the freshest hot and cold seafood, tender roast meats, seasonal vegetables, vibrant summer salads, and decadent desserts—something for every palate, big and small. Beverages will be available to purchase from the bar throughout the day.

When: Thursday 25th December.

Sitting One: 11am – 2pm
Sitting Two: 3pm – 6pm

Where: The Island Glasshouse. View the space here.

Christmas Day Family Buffet Menu

Chilled Seafood

Local king prawns with cocktail sauce (df, gf)
Natural Pacific & Rock oysters with shallot mignonette dressing (df, gf)
Tasmanian Smoked Salmon, Spanish onion, fennel, caper & dill dressing (df, gf)
Chilled Moreton Bay bugs, lemon dressing, chives (df, gf)

Warm Seafood

Baked whole sides of market fish (df, gf)
Pacific oysters, kilpatrick sauce (df, gf)
Garlic & chilli king prawns (df, gf)

Warm Roast Meats

Traditional maple and mustard glazed ham (df, gf)
Roasted chicken, pan jus (df)
Mustard crusted King River Wagyu beef (df, gf)

Salads

Potato salad — chat potatoes, seeded mustard mayo, red onion, Grana Padano, crispy bacon, cornichons (gf)
Roasted beetroot, baby spinach, hazelnut, goats cheese, salsa verde (gf, v)
Mixed Leaves, fennel, radish, chives (df, gf, v, ve)
Heirloom tomato, cherry bocconcini salad, basil, aged balsamic dressing (gf, v)
Farro salad — radicchio, apple, rocket, walnut, medjool dates, pecorino, moscatel vinaigrette (v)

Vegetables

Herb & garlic roasted potatoes (df, gf, v,v e)
Maple glazed sweetcorn, paprika salt (df, gf, v)
Baked broccoli and cauliflower mornay, Grana Padano, parsley (gf, v)
Balsamic glazed root vegetables, local honey, cumin seeds (df, gf, v)

Sides & Accompaniments

Artisan bread rolls with butter
Gravy
Red wine jus

Desserts

Christmas plum puddings with custard
Christmas meringues with passion fruit, mango & raspberries
Fresh seasonal fruit plates
Lamington roulade
Christmas Petite fours

Kid’s Buffet

Kids are welcome to Family Buffet above and the Kids Buffet menu below:

Chicken nuggets
Battered fish goujons
Hot chips
Fusilli pasta, napoli sauce
Condiments: ketchup, bbq sauce

*Menu subject to change based on supply and availability of seasonal produce. gf – gluten free, df – dairy free, v – vegetarian, dfo – dairy free option, vegan. Seafood labels: (A) Australian, (I) Imported, (M) Mixed Origin.

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Christmas Day Penthouse Buffet & Beverage Package

Soak up panoramic views of Surfers Paradise from The Island Penthouse this Christmas. Enjoy a festive buffet of fresh seafood, traditional roasts, seasonal vegetables, salads, sides, and desserts, paired with a three-hour drinks package including Mumm Marlborough Prestige Sparkling, premium wines, premium beers, Christmas sangria, watermelon spritz cocktails, soft drinks and juices. Tickets are limited.

Tickets $249 + booking fee, all-inclusive. Every ticket includes the three-hour beverage package.

When: Thursday 25th December.

Sitting One: 11am – 2pm
Sitting Two: 3pm – 6pm

Where: The Island Penthouse. View the space here.

This is an 18+ event with one ticket level available and includes the drink package.

Christmas Day Penthouse Buffet & Beverage Package Menu

BUFFET MENU

Chilled Seafood

Local king prawns with cocktail sauce (df, gf)
Natural Pacific & Rock oysters with shallot mignonette dressing (df, gf)
Tasmanian Smoked Salmon, Spanish onion, fennel, caper & dill dressing (df, gf)
Chilled Moreton Bay bugs, lemon dressing, chives (df, gf)

Warm Seafood

Baked whole sides of market fish (df, gf)
Pacific oysters, kilpatrick sauce (df, gf)
Garlic & chilli king prawns (df, gf)

Warm Roast Meats

Traditional maple and mustard glazed ham (df, gf)
Roasted chicken, pan jus (df)
Mustard crusted King River Wagyu beef (df, gf)

Salads

Potato salad — chat potatoes, seeded mustard mayo, red onion, Grana Padano, crispy bacon, cornichons (gf)
Roasted beetroot, baby spinach, hazelnut, goats cheese, salsa verde (gf, v)
Mixed Leaves, fennel, radish, chives (df, gf, v, ve)
Heirloom tomato, cherry bocconcini salad, basil, aged balsamic dressing (gf, v)
Farro salad — radicchio, apple, rocket, walnut, medjool dates, pecorino, moscatel vinaigrette (v)

Vegetables

Herb & garlic roasted potatoes (df, gf, v,v e)
Maple glazed sweetcorn, paprika salt (df, gf, v)
Baked broccoli and cauliflower mornay, Grana Padano, parsley (gf, v)
Balsamic glazed root vegetables, local honey, cumin seeds (df, gf, v)

Sides & Accompaniments

Artisan bread rolls with butter
Gravy
Red wine jus

Desserts

Christmas plum puddings with custard
Christmas meringues with passion fruit, mango & raspberries
Fresh seasonal fruit plates
Lamington roulade
Christmas Petite fours

*Menu subject to change based on supply and availability of seasonal produce. gf – gluten free, df – dairy free, v – vegetarian, dfo – dairy free option, vegan. Seafood labels: (A) Australian, (I) Imported, (M) Mixed Origin.

DRINKS MENU

3 hour bottomless drinks package

Cocktails

Watermelon Cooler – Vodka, Aperol, watermelon, lemon, peach, soda, mint
Christmas Sangria – Rosé, apple, pineapple, lemon, strawberry, lemonade, soda, mint

Sparkling Wine

Mumm Brut Prestige, Marlborough, NZ

White Wine & Rosé

Babich Black Label Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough, NZ
Twin Oaks Chardonnay, Langhorne Creek, SA
Nomads Garden Rosé, Gippsland, VIC

Red Wine

Ross Hill Harry Pinot Noir, Orange, NSW
Maxwell Silver Hammer Shiraz, McLaren Vale, SA

Beer, Cider & Ginger Beer

Valley Hops Mid Lager (3.5%)
Valley Hops Exhibitionist XPA (4.2%)
Valley Hops 21 Pubs Pale Ale (5.0%)
XXXX Gold (3.5%)
Stone & Wood Easy Pale Ale (3.5%)
James Boag’s Premium Light (bottles)
The Hills Apple Cider
Valley Hops Alcholic Ginger Beer

Other

Soft drinks
Juices

*Menus are subject to change.

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FAQs

Will my group be seated together? Yes, we will be seating your group on your own table. If your group is purchasing tickets separately, come up with a catchy table name between yourselves, then include this table name in the field provided at check-out.

Can you cater to my food allergies and dietary requirements? We always do our best to cater to your food allergies as long as you include them in the field provided at checkout. We may not, however, be able to cater towards all food preferences e.g. keto, low-carb, low sugar. We have provided this field at check-out for people with food allergies only.

Do you have parking? Affordable secure paid parking available at Bruce Bishop Parking, which is adjacent to the Hotel. View the carpark and rates on their website. Please ensure you arrive in time for the start of your sitting.

Are there ID or minimum age requirements to enter the event? The Glasshouse Family Buffet is all ages. The Penthouse Buffet is 18+ only and there is only one ticket level available with the inclusion of the beverage package.

What’s the refund policy? Please note that we do not allow refunds for any reason. Any changes or updates to your booking must be provided 72 hours prior to the event commencing.

Lunch Out Loud

Bottomless, but mainstage.

We’re turning Sunday lunch into a full daytime piano party.

Lunch Out Loud brings live piano-fuelled singalongs, hands-in-the-air moments and the kind of energy that gets the whole The Island Rooftop out of their seats — where the piano isn’t background music, it’s the main event.

Your ticket includes a 2-hour bottomless lunch package with cocktails, while live piano anthems and crowd favourites drive the soundtrack all afternoon.

Lunch Out Loud

Select Sundays – check out the dates below
The Island Rooftop
1pm – 4pm

Upcoming Dates:

Sunday 13 September
Sunday 4 October (Long Weekend)

$99 p/person – 2-hour bottomless lunch package with cocktails, with the live pianos driving the soundtrack all afternoon.

When lunch finishes, the kick-ons continue until late.

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2 Hour Bottomless Lunch Menu:

Cocktails:

Spritz: Aperol Spritz, Hugo Spritz, Watermelon Cooler
Mimosa — orange juice, sparkling wine
Also Included: Valley Hops beers, Prince De Richemont Blanc De Blanc Sparkling, Pasqua Pinot Grigio, Babich Sauvignon Blanc, Turkey Flat Grenache Rosé, Ross Hill Pinot Noir, First Creek Harvest Cabernet Sauvignon

Lunch Graze Menu:

Baked Camembert — blackberry compote, chambord reduction, spiced toasted pecans, toasted sourdough baguette (gfo)
Mini poached chicken & tarragon slider (gfo, df)
Mini smoked salmon slider, horseradish creme fraîche (gfo) (A)
Mini prawn & bug taco, creme fraîche, avocado (gfo, veo) (A)
Chorizo & manchego potato croquettes, chipotle aioli (gf)
Prosciutto wood fired pizza, pomodoro, mozzarella, prosciutto, cherry tomato, rocket, grana padano, cracked pepper (gfo, dfo)

Menu subject to change. Minimum 2 people on the Lunch Out Loud package. All guests within the one booking must be on the same package.

$18 Daily Lunch

Daily lunch deals for $18 at The Island Gold Coast. It’s LUNCH ACTUALLY.

At Goldie’s enjoy $18 lunch deals from Monday to Friday with menus that cover the classics and a few crowd favourites. Think steak frites, chicken parmi and fish’n’chips, alongside Wagyu burgers and wood-fired sangas fresh from the wood-fired oven.

Whether it’s a midweek catch-up or a long lunch that rolls on, it’s $18 and ready when you are.

$18 Daily Lunch Deals

Goldie’s: Monday – Friday, 11:30am – 3pm

Island Rooftop: Friday, 11:30am – 3pm

Book online, same day walk-ins welcome

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$18 Daily Lunch Menu:

Classics

Chicken parmigiana – Parmesan and herb crumbed chicken, Napoli, smoked ham, mozzarella, slaw, fries

Steak frites – 200gm butcher’s cut steak, fries, bearnaise (gf)

Fish ‘n’ chips – beer battered market fish, slaw, house tartare sauce, lemon, fries (A) (df)

Goldie’s Cheeseburger – Wagyu beef, Swiss cheese, bacon, tomato, cos lettuce, onion relish, pickles, aioli, milk bun, fries (gfo, dfo)

Wood Fired Sangas

Wood fired steak – mozzarella, grilled beef, rocket, Parmesan, tomato, onion relish, basil pesto

Prosciutto – mozzarella, tomato, red onion, rocket, Mount Zero extra virgin olive oil

Hot salami – salami picante, mozzarella, provolone, kalamata olives, red onion

Vegetariana – roasted zucchini, eggplant, capsicum, mozzarella, basil pesto, Mount Zero extra virgin olive oil (v)

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Margs & Margs Friday

Two ways to marg every Friday at the Island Rooftop. Choose from our curated Olmeca Altos margaritas (to match your slice) and wood-fired Margherita pizzas for just $15. Resident DJs + live tunes carry you from post-work to kick-ons.

Margs & Margs Friday
Every Friday 5 – 9:30pm at the Island Rooftop

Book online, same day walk-ins welcome.

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Margaritas

Chili Mango Marg – Olmeca Altos Plata Tequila, Cointreau, lime, mango, habanero chili
Pineapple + Coconut Marg – Olmeca Altos Plata Tequila, Malibu Coconut Rum, lime, pineapple
Watermelon, Cucumber + Mint Marg – Olmeca Altos Plata Tequila, Cointreau, lime, cucumber, mint, watermelon
Blueberry + Vanilla Marg – Olmeca Altos Plata Tequila, Licor 43, lime, blueberry

Margherita Wood Fired Pizza – $15
Pomodoro, mozzarella, basil, extra virgin olive oil (v)

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Island Trivia

Join us every Wednesday night for Island Trivia—the fast-paced, high-energy trivia event that’s taking QLD by storm! With big laughs and even bigger prizes, this is not your average trivia night.

Cash jackpot up for grabs
Spin the prize wheel for merch, vouchers & more
Food & drinks available during trivia via ordering beacons or the bar

ISLAND TRIVIA

Team Entry:
$10 per table for teams of 2–4, $20 per table for teams of 5+. Pay on the day.

Where:
Goldie’s at The Island Gold Coast.

When:
Every Wednesday – from 7pm.

Grab your crew and lock in your table – it’s trivia, but not as you know it.

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Corporate Events Open Night

An exclusive invitation to our corporate community.

Join us for a guided tour of our event spaces, meet our dedicated team and enjoy complimentary canapés, wine, and beer tastings.

If you’re a past or current corporate client of The Island Gold Coast—or are considering hosting your next event with us—we’d love to welcome you to an exclusive showcase evening.

RSVP for you and a guest to secure your place—this complimentary experience is exclusively for past, current, or prospective corporate clients of The Island Gold Coast.

Corporate Events Open Night
Thursday 10th September, 2026
From 6pm – 8pm at The Island Gold Coast.

To learn more about our event venues, explore function packages or get in touch, visit our Functions webpage here, or phone our Events Team on (07) 5538 8000.

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Live Sports

Live Sports Schedule

Get closer to the action at Goldie’s – your ultimate live sports hub in the heart of Surfers Paradise.

Every game feels like a home game with wall-to-wall coverage of all the goals, tries and touchdowns on our giant screens – including one of the biggest stadium screens in Surfers at Goldie’s TAB.

Fuel up with lunch and dinner and toast every win with an ice-cold drink. Whether you’re a die-hard local or just passing through, Goldie’s is where live sport lives.

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Rooftop Graze Lunch

A long, leisurely lunch for weekends.

Afternoons are for gathering, grazing and good times with friends at the Rooftop’s lavishly long lunch. Take things nice and slow, with a three course spread and drinks selection that’s perfect for sharing alfresco.

Kicking off with a refreshing mimosa on arrival, you’ll be treated to a variety of tasty eats spread out over a two hour service — including charcuterie board, olives, dip and wood fired pizzas, with seasonal cocktail carafes and spritz at your fingertips. And once you’re satisfied, it’s time to settle in for some more quality chill-time with Rooftop tunes, courtesy of our res DJs.