FUNCTIONS
So you want to hold your function at the famous Espy? Well, we have 3 amazing spaces on offer, each uniquely enchanting and suitable for any occasion. We’ve done weddings and wedding receptions, birthdays, engagement parties, charity events and more. Whether you’re after a sit down meal for 30, a shindig for 100 or a night to remember for 500 party people, we can create a memorable and entertaining experience to suit your event requirements.
The Espy kitchen & function rooms
Melbourne's iconic home of live music has a stunning kitchen and bar area and now truly offers the whole package; great food, reasonable prices, killer location and the same relaxed Espy vibe.
The Espy Kitchen has two levels, with a mezzanine area seating 70 people or 150 standing, a balcony and full length windows looking out over the Esplanade, providing one of the best views of the bay as the sun sets over St Kilda. The Mezzanine also features a huge window overlooking the famous Front Bar stage, which for major events can be opened, literally joining the Mezzanine to the Front Bar vibe.
The Gershwin Room
The Gershwin Room is the former grand dining room of the original Esplanade Hotel. Extensive restoration returned the hallowed stage to its original splendour and majesty, breathing new life into this stunning room.
Time had taken its toll on this Grande Dame of the stage, so The Esplanade Hotel’s owners undertook the massive task of extensively renovating and upgrading the space to once again thrust it under the spot-light as Australia’s premier function room.
From the incredibly elaborate ceiling which has been painstakingly hand-finished, the gold leaf walls and rich, hand-rendered motifs, to the open fireplace, the Gershwin Room is now undoubtedly one of Australia’s most beautiful spaces.
Seating capacity 140
Standing capacity 650
The Basement
The Basement offers a secluded and funky space featuring a sunken pit area as well as a separate off street entrance and self contained facilities.
After being bricked-up and untouched for decades, the Espy Basement was renovated and reopened in 2005. This historic underground bar has been given new life with stunning wall-to-wall 60s psychedelic inspired imagery with the 'pit' area (further underground) featuring crude Russian tattoo artwork from the early 40s. The interior, designed by Christo Gillard has been fitted with a collection of tall church pews in the band area, and comfortable black couching in the pit, Christo opted to keep the floors’ original tiling; a beautiful display of the bar's age.
Standing capacity 170
A 30% deposit must be made to confirm your booking. 2 weeks prior to the event, a further 20% must be paid. On the day of the event, before or during the function, the balance must be paid.
Mezzanine/Basement
For bookings/events with 50 guests or under, a 10% deposit must be made to hold the date of your function. 1 week prior to the event, a further 10% payment must be made. Any bookings exceeding 50 people require an initial 20% deposit to be made. 1 week prior to the event, a further 10% payment must be made. Prior to the commencement of the function, the balance must be paid. This can be done before or during the event.
Functions
Entertainment
All rooms have their own stereo system allowing our guests their personal choice of music. If you wish to bring your own iPod/CD’s we are happy to play them for you as background music. Bands and DJ’s are more than welcome to play. Please consult with management before engaging a band larger than a 3 piece. A sound check must be done prior to the commencement of the event. Equipment can only be delivered / collected during times agreed to by the Espy Management.
PLATTER OPTIONS
$85 per platter, approx 50 pieces
Homemade Sausage Rolls with tomato relish
4 Cheese Arancini with paprika aioli
Vegetable Curry Puffs with yoghurt raita
Chicken Satay Skewers with peanut sauce
Indian Samosas with mint chutney
Mini Quiche Lorraine
Mini Hot Dogs with mustard and ketchup
Spiced Carrot and Feta Pastry Rolls
Peking Duck Spring Rolls with sweet chilli
Mini Roast Capsicum, Feta and Basil Pesto Tarts
Teriyaki Chicken Skewers with dipping sauce
Mini Italian Sausage in a Roll with salsa
Lightly floured Fried Calamari Rings with tartare
Crispy Japanese Tempura Chicken Strips with wasabi mayo
Thai Fish Cakes with sweet chilli
Tempura Seaweed Prawn Cutlets with chilli mayo
Mini Shepherds Pies
BBQ Lamb Cutlets (25 pcs) with Spanish harissa
Freshly Shucked Tasmanian Oysters
· Natural
· Coriander chilli lime dressing
· Classic Kilpatrick
Gourmet Thin Base Pizza $6.5 ea
Homemade Dips $45
with toasted Turkish bread
Mixed Point Sandwiches $65
Cheese Platter $85
3 Gourmet Seasonal Cheeses with crackers,
dried fruit, nuts & quince paste
*Items on platters may change due to seasonal availability
ESPY FUNCTION SET MENUS
V - VEGETARIAN, GF - GLUTEN FREE ,N - CONTAINS NUTS
$35 SET MENU
Entrée (shared)
Salmon Cakes N
Zesty Atlantic salmon, dill and macadamia cakes with roquette, spaghetti cucumber, Spanish onion, lemon and aioli
Turkish Lahmacun
A thin based pizza with spiced lamb, tabouleh, fetta,
harissa and lemon
Corn Jacks V
Mexican corn jacks with a green tomato, jalapeno, lime and coriander salsa topped with sour cream and guacamole
Mains (choose one)
Tagine
Morrocan lamb tagine with preserved lemons, green olives and cous cous
Steak Sandwich
Turkish roll with minute steak, bacon, tasty cheese, fresh tomato, lettuce, tomato relish, fries and chilli mayo
Chicken Parmigiana
Crumbed chicken breast topped with Virginia ham, tomato Napoli, melted cheese served with iceberg salad and fries
Fish and Chips
Beer battered Dory fillets with fries, tartare sauce, salad leaves and lemon
Cous Cous Salad V N
Warm cous cous with roasted vegetables, Danish fetta, pine nuts, harissa and sweet potato chips (chicken optional)
$45 SET MENU ENTRÉE (shared)
Entrée (shared)
Salmon Cakes N
Zesty Atlantic salmon, dill and macadamia cakes with roquette, spaghetti cucumber, Spanish onion, lemon and aioli
Turkish Lahmacun
A thin based pizza with spiced lamb, tabouleh, fetta,harissa and lemon
Corn Jacks V
Mexican corn jacks with a green tomato, jalapeno, lime and coriander salsa topped with sour cream and guacamole
Mains (choose one)
Tagine
Morrocan lamb tagine with preserved lemons, green olives and cous cous
Seafood Spaghetti
Spaghetti tossed with scallops, prawn cutlets, fish, green lip mussels, calamari, garlic, chilli, fresh tomato and basil
Duck Sausages
Duck, pork and fennel sausages on crisp polenta, raised red cabbage, caper berries and a red wine port jus topped with crispy leek
Coq Au Vin
Free range chicken Maryland baked in pinot noir, pearl onions, button mushrooms, bacon and thyme served with olive oil mash and buttered green beans
Vegetarian Curry Plate V GF
Goan beetroot and a butter chickpea curry served with basmati rice, pappadums and tahini dressing
Desserts (choose one)
Mississippi Mud cake
Warm banana and caramel pudding
Classic Lemon tart
Packages
Lunch/dinner packages
The Espy can tailor a package to suit your celebration tastes and budget ranging from hot and cold canapés to vegetarian options.
Beverage options
*The Espy has a strict no BYO policy
You can arrange a tab to be placed on the bar and throughout the evening we can give you a running tally as well as notifying you when you are near your tab total. Or if you’d prefer, a full cash bar will be available for your guests to pay for their own drinks.
The Esplanade Hotel
11 The Esplanade. St Kilda, Victoria 3182
For more information or to make a booking:
Ph: (03) 95340211 ext. 235 or 230
Fax: (03) 95342043
Bookings & Payment
Tentative bookings and deposits
We are able to hold a date tentatively for a period of seven days, after which time if verbal confirmation has not been received the date will be released. Once you have advised your intention to confirm, a deposit is required for all events and is inclusive of GST. Deposits are non refundable.
Prices/Payment
All prices quoted are inclusive of GST. Prices and menus are subject to change.
Payment options
Any payments can be made with credit card, cash or cheque. Payments can only be made with an authorized person (restaurant or venue manager). Credit card payments can be made over the phone if required.
Cancellation Policy
CANCELLATION POLICY
All cancellations must be made by calling the functions manager.
Where the client;
a) Cancels a booking between 8 and 14 days prior to the
day on which the function is to be held, the client shall forfeit
the entire deposit
b) Cancels a booking 7 days or less prior to the day on
which the function is to be held, the client shall forfeit the entire
deposit and in addition shall pay 50% of the minimum charge.
Underage Policy
UNDERAGE POLICY
Any guests under 18 must leave the premises after 8:30pm
regardless of parental supervision
The Fine Print
MINIMUM SPEND REQUIRMENTS
Gershwin • Mezzanine • Basement
Monday - Thursday: $5000 • $1500 • $2000
Friday & Saturday: $10000 • $3000 • $5,000
Sunday: $5000 • $2000 • $3000
Standing capacity 600, 130, 170
Seating capacity 140, 70, N/A
Please note: the above charges are what you are required to spend on the night of your event. The amount can be spent on food and beverage or beverage alone. It can be spent as a bar
tab or by individual consumption. As long as these minimums are met, there is no extra charge. If you do not reach these minimums, you will be required to pay the balance.
OPERATIONAL TIMES
Lunch 12pm – 5pm
Dinner 7pm – 2am
ENTERTAINMENT
All rooms have their own stereo system allowing our guests their personal choice of music. If you wish to bring your own iPod/CDs we are happy to play them for you as background music. Bands and DJ’s are more than welcome to play. Please consult with management before engaging a band larger than a 3 piece. A sound check must be done prior to the commencement of the event. Equipment can only be delivered/collected during times agreed to by the Espy Management.
CANCELLATION POLICY
All cancellations must be made by calling the functions manager.
Where the client;
a) Cancels a booking between 8 and 14 days prior to the day on which the function is to be held, the client shall forfeit the entire deposit
b) Cancels a booking 7 days or less prior to the day on which the function is to be held, the client shall forfeit the entire deposit and in addition shall pay 50% of the minimum charge.
UNDERAGE POLICY
Any guests under 18 must leave the premises after 8:30pm regardless of parental supervision
TENTATIVE BOOKINGS AND DEPOSITS
We are able to hold a date tentatively for a period of seven days, after which time if verbal or email confirmation has not been received the date will be released. Once you have advised your intention to confirm, a deposit is required for all events and is inclusive of GST.
Deposits are non refundable.
PRICES / PAYMENT
Prices quoted are inclusive of GST. Prices and menus are subject to change.
MEZZANINE/BASEMENT
For all functions where the room is hired as a private event, a 20% deposit must be made. For any bookings where the room is still open to the public, a $100 deposit is required.
GERSHWIN ROOM
A 30% deposit must be made to confirm your booking. On the day of the event, before or during the function, the balance must be paid unless running a tab.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
Any payments can be made with credit card, cash or bank cheque. Payments can only be made with an authorized person (restaurant or venue manager). Credit card payments can be made over the phone or via email if required.
BEVERAGE OPTIONS
*The Espy has a strict no BYO policy
You can arrange a tab to be placed on the bar and throughout the evening we can give you a running tally as well as notifying you when you are near your tab total. Or if you’d prefer, a full
cash bar will be available for your guests to pay for their own drinks.
The Esplanade Hotel
11 The Esplanade. St Kilda, Victoria 3182
For more information or to make a booking:
Ph: (03) 95340211 ext. 235 or 230
Fax: (03) 95342043
kitchen@espy.com.au