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, hens and bucks parties 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.

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.

ESPY KITCHEN FUNCTION PLATTERS

$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

ESPY FUNCTION SET MENUS

V - VEGETARIAN, GF - GLUTEN FREE ,N - CONTAINS NUTS

$30 SET MENU ENTRÉE (shared)

Kofte - Moroccan spiced lamb kofte baked in a tagine with egg, fetta, pine nuts, harissa and warm flat bread

Calamari - Spanish style Calamari with chorizo sausage, smoked paprika, lemon & bread

Bruschetta (V) - Crusty toasted ciabatta bread topped with a roma tomato, capsicum and fresh oregano salsa, bocconcini, and candied balsamic

MAINS (choose one)

Vegetable Tagine (V) - Moroccan spiced tagine with aubergine, carrots, zucchini, peppers, okra, apricots, dates, cous cous, tahini yoghurt and preserved lemon

Chicken Risotto (GF) - Pan fried marinated Chicken, mixed fresh mushrooms, spinach and granna parmesan

Seafood Linguini - Linguini tossed with Morton bay bug, prawn cutlets, scallops, calamari, blue grenadier, garlic, chilli, tomato and fresh basil

Chicken Parmigiana - Crumbed chicken breast topped with Virginia ham, tomato Napoli, melted cheese served with iceburg salad and fries

Fish and Chips - Beer battered Dory fillets with fries, tartare sauce, salad leaves and lemon

$35 SET MENU Entrée and Main as $30 Set Menu plus Dessert:

Sticky Date Pudding with butterscotch sauce

Tiramisu Apple and Rhubarb Crumble

$50 SET MENU ENTRÉE (shared)

Hot ciabatta rolls

Tasting Plate (N) - Selection of vegetarian and meat appetizers

MAINS (choose one)

Chicken Saltimbocca - Panfried chicken breast with prosciutto and sage served with mash, broccolini and sauce beurre blanc and lemon

Chicken Risotto (GF) - Pan fried marinated Chicken, mixed fresh mushrooms, spinach and granna parmesan

Seafood Linguini - Linguini tossed with Morton bay bug, prawn cutlets, scallops, calamari, blue grenadier, garlic, chilli, tomato and fresh basil

Gnocchi (V) - Pan fried potato gnocchi with silverbeet braised in tomato, garlic and white wine with goats cheese and toasted walnuts

Vegetable Risotto (GF) (V) - Braised winter vegetables, sugo, ricotta and green olive paste

Steak Chargrilled - 350 gram grain fed Porterhouse steak served with dauphinoise potatoes, braised silverbeet and field mushroom

DESSERT (choose one)

Sticky Date Pudding with butterscotch sauce

Tiramisu Apple and Rhubarb Crumble

Baked Chocolate Cheesecake

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

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.

All cancellations must be made in writing to Espy Management, the Espy St.Kilda.

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 and in addition shall, upon demand of The Espy in writing, pay up to 50% of the minimum charge or

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, upon demand of The Espy in writing, pay up to 80% of the minimum charge.

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

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

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