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Melbourne Cup

Melbourne Cup Day at Forrester’s Surry Hills

Tuesday, 3rd November 2026

Join us for an afternoon of unbridled fun at Forrester’s.

We’re offering a delightful shared banquet with a glass of sparkling wine on arrival. With sweeps, multiple TVs throughout the venue, best dressed prizes and DJs following the race – we know how to keep the party going!

To make an enquiry, fill out the form below and someone from our events team will be in touch.

Melbourne Cup Menu 2026

$85pp with a glass of sparkling wine on arrival

Shared Entrées
Focaccia with whipped ricotta, hot honey & toasted pistachio (V)
Corn & feta fritters with mint yoghurt & chilli (V)
Buffalo mozzarella with heirloom tomatoes, watermelon, basil & white balsamic (V, GF)

Shared Mains
Slow-roasted lamb shoulder with garlic yoghurt & salsa Verde (GF)
Broccoli salad & avo salad, almonds, roasted shallot, hummus & green chilli (GF, VG)
Smashed potatoes with smoked paprika aioli ((DF, V)
Shredded cabbage, green apple & fennel slaw (GF, VG)

Dessert
Sticky date pudding with butterscotch sauce & vanilla bean ice cream (V)