Christmas Party Venues in Canberra

Get festive with The Meat & Wine Co!

It’s time to celebrate the season and the end of another year, and there are few places quite like The Meat & Wine Co. One of the top Christmas party venues in Canberra, we have everything you need to make it an event to remember.

Opening its doors in 2021, our Canberra restaurant is situated in the iconic Constitution Place. It’s convenient, it’s modern, and it’s the perfect setting for your Christmas lunch or dinner.

Searching for Christmas party venues in Canberra

Constitution Place is a vibrant new development in Canberra, featuring office spaces, retail stores, and of course, the gem of it all, The Meat & Wine Co. With brand new, modern interiors designed to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere, this is one of the hottest new Christmas party venues in Canberra.

  • 1 Private dining area
  • Dining areas seat groups of 6 to 100
  • Central location close to public transport
  • 130 max total capacity including our outdoor seating

Christmas party set menus with The Meat & Wine Co

The Christmas menus at The Meat & Wine Co bring together the very best of fresh, premium ingredients and African-inspired meals and dishes. These set menus offer many of our most popular meals, so your guests will enjoy an authentic dining experience with plenty of festive cheer.

Book in for a Christmas dinner and enjoy nibbles on arrival, tantalising entrees, delicious mains, and decadent desserts. Our set menus are tiered in price to cater all occasions and budgets, with all options offering exceptional meals for diners.

Come in for a Christmas Lunch at The Meat & Wine Co to celebrate the festive season. Choose from a range of course options, all paired with a house wine, beer or soft drink. 

When you’re looking for Christmas party ideas in Canberra, one of the nicest additions is a personalised touch. At The Meat & Wine Co, you can add a company logo, branding, or a message to your menus for that added something special – all at no extra cost.

About Christmas parties with us

To secure your booking at The Meat & Wine Co, credit card details must be provided for all reservations of 11 or more guests. Should you cancel your reservation within 48 hours of the arrival time or fail to show for your reservation, a fee of $50 per person will be incurred.

We also recommend guests arrive 15 minutes prior to your booking time to ensure we’re able to serve you on time.

To find out more about Christmas parties at The Meat & Wine Co, see our full terms and conditions below.

Set Menus

The below pricing and menus are valid from (October 30th 2024 – January 5th 2025

For 2025 set menus and pricing (valid from January 6th 2025) please head to our General Function pack

SET MENU 1: $98

ON ARRIVAL

Garlic Bread (V)
Buttermilk buns, garlic butter, Parmesan, garlic crisps

ENTRÉE

(Choose one per person)

Bruschetta (V) (VG)
Roma tomato, avocado, oregano, basil, Parmesan on sourdough

Szechuan Calamari
Lightly fried calamari, cucumber, onion, lemon, nam jim sauce

Pork Belly
Sticky chilli glaze, cabbage slaw, Japanese sesame dressing

MAIN

(Choose one per person)

Monte is the premium line of beef exclusively sourced for The Meat & Wine Co. Grilled to perfection with our unique basting.

Fillet 200g
Monte, Grain-Fed 150 Days, MB 2+

New Yorker 300g
Monte, Grain-Fed 150 Days, MB 2+

All of the above are served with crunchy chips or house salad and your choice of sauce
Sauce selection: Blue Cheese / Creamy Garlic / Hot African Chilli / Creamy Mushroom / Peppercorn / Barbeque Relish / Veal Jus

Chicken Breast
Portuguese marinade, leek mash, spring vegetable, mint jus, crispy artichoke

Barramundi
Clams, baby potato, charred onion petal, capers, sweet lemon beurre noisette, fresh herbs

Roasted Miso Eggplant (V) (VG)
Fable mushroom, cannellini beans, citrus yoghurt, crispy mushroom, fresh herbs

DESSERT

(Choose one per person)

Crème Brûlée (V)
Coffee cream, shortbread biscuit

Sticky Date
Sticky date sponge, beef dripping butterscotch, walnut tulies, creme anglaise, fior di latte gelato

SET MENU 2: $118

ON ARRIVAL

Garlic Bread (V)
Buttermilk buns, garlic butter, Parmesan, garlic crisps

ENTRÉE

(Choose one per person)

Bruschetta (V) (VG)
Roma tomato, avocado, oregano, basil, Parmesan on sourdough

Szechuan Calamari
Lightly fried calamari, cucumber, onion, lemon, nam jim sauce

AGED Wagyu Tartare
Wagyu Girello & dry-aged Rib-Eye, semi-dried tomato, egg yolk cream, condiments, anchovy aioli, Parmesan, crispy potato

MAIN

(Choose one per person)

New Yorker 350g
O’Connor, Grain-Fed 240 Days, MB 3+

Rib-Eye 350g
Monte, Grain-Fed 150 Days, MB 2+ 

Grilled to perfection with our unique basting

Portuguese Chicken Skewer
Portuguese spiced chicken thighs, lemon

All of the above are served with crunchy chips
or house salad and your choice of sauce.
Sauce selection: Blue Cheese / Creamy Garlic / Hot African Chilli / Creamy Mushroom / Peppercorn / Barbeque Relish / Veal Jus

Barramundi
Clams, baby potato, charred onion petal, capers, sweet lemon beurre noisette, fresh herbs

Roasted Miso Eggplant (V) (VG)
Fable mushroom, cannellini beans, citrus yoghurt, crispy mushroom, fresh herbs

DESSERT

(Choose one per person)

Crème Brûlée (V)
Coffee cream, shortbread biscuit

Carrot Cake (V)
Cream cheese, white chocolate & carrot puree, crispy carrot, candied pistachio, walnut crumbs, fior di latte gelato

SET MENU 3: $135

ON ARRIVAL

Garlic Bread (V)
Buttermilk buns, garlic butter, Parmesan, garlic crisps

ENTRÉE

(Choose one per person)

Bruschetta (V) (VG)
Roma tomato, avocado, oregano, basil, Parmesan on sourdough

AGED Wagyu Tartare
Wagyu Girello & dry-aged Rib-Eye, semi-dried tomato, egg yolk cream, condiments, anchovy aioli, Parmesan, crispy potato

Szechuan Calamari
Lightly fried calamari, cucumber, onion, lemon, nam jim sauce

Boerewors
South African beef sausages with coriander & cumin, chakalaka & pap croquette, BBQ relish, onion rings

MAIN

(Choose one per person)

Fillet 300g
O’Connor, Grain-Fed 240 Days, MB 3+

Rump 500g
Wagyu, Grain-Fed 450 Days, MB 6+ 

Grilled to perfection with our unique basting

Rib Platter
Choice of 2: Beef, Pork or Lamb.
Slow-cooked and finished on a flame-grill with our unique basting

Miso & Sesame Salmon Skewer 
African chilli, miso, sesame, soy, spring onion, ginger, garlic

Portuguese Chicken Skewer
Portuguese spiced chicken thighs, lemon

All of the above are served with crunchy chips
or house salad and your choice of sauce
Sauce selection: Blue Cheese / Creamy Garlic / Hot African Chilli / Creamy Mushroom / Peppercorn / Barbeque Relish / Veal Jus

Roasted Miso Eggplant (V) (VG)
Fable mushroom, cannellini beans, citrus yoghurt, crispy mushroom, fresh herbs

DESSERT

(Choose one per person)

Crème Brûlée (V)
Coffee cream, shortbread biscuit

Sticky Date
Sticky date sponge, beef dripping butterscotch, walnut tulies, creme anglaise, fior di latte gelato

Chocolate & Hazelnut Fondant
Melted salted caramel & chocolate sauce, white chocolate snow, hazelnut praline gelato

AGED SHARING SET MENU: $155pp

ENTRÉE

Garlic Bread (V)
Buttermilk buns, garlic butter, Parmesan, garlic crisps

ENTRÉE

Tasting Plate
Szechuan Calamari, Bruschetta, Pork Belly and Boerewors

MAIN

Christmas

Dry-Aged Southern Range Rib-Eye
(Grass-Fed, MB 4+)

Sauce selection:
Blue Cheese / Creamy Garlic / Hot African Chilli / Creamy Mushroom / Peppercorn / Barbeque Relish / Veal Jus

SIDES

Truffle Mac & Cheese (V)
Parmesan, Gruyère, Cheddar & mozzarella, truffle, chives

Greek Salad (V) (VG)
Cos lettuce, cucumber, tomato, marinated olives, crumbled feta, red onion, Greek dressing

Crunchy Chips (V) (VG)

Mash (V)

DESSERT

The Grand Finale
Chocolate & Hazelnut Fondant, Crème Brûlée, Carrot Cake, Sticky Date

LUNCH OPTIONS:

7 Day Express Lunch Menu

Available Monday – Sunday* 12:00pm – 4:00pm at the following locations only: South Yarra, Hawthorn East, Parramatta and Sydney CBD – Castlereagh St

Includes a glass of house selected wine, beer or soft drink.

1 Course: $47 per person
2 Courses: $53 per person

3 Courses: $59 per person

*Express Lunch menu is not available on public holidays and special event days.

TO DRINK

Includes a glass of expertly selected house wine, beer or soft drink

ENTREE

Bruschetta (V) (VG)
Roma tomato, avocado, oregano, basil, Parmesan on sourdough

Szechuan Calamari
Lightly fried calamari, cucumber, onion, lemon and nam jim sauce

Pork Belly
Sticky chilli glaze, cabbage slaw and Japanese sesame dressing

MAINS

Rump 250g
Monte – Grain Fed 150 Days – Marble Score 2+
Grilled to perfection with our unique basting

Wagyu Beef Burger
Wagyu beef patty, Cheddar, cos lettuce, burger sauce, tomato, onion rings.

Portuguese Chicken Skewer
Portuguese spiced chicken thighs, lemon

Pork Ribs
Slow-cooked and finished on the flame-grill with our unique basting. 

All of the above are served with crunchy chips or house salad and your choice of sauce
Sauce Selection: Barbeque Relish / Hot African Chilli / Creamy Garlic / Peppercorn / Blue Cheese / Creamy Mushroom / Veal Jus 

Steak Tagliata
Char-grilled steak, slow-roasted tomato, shaved Parmesan, wild rocket, chimichurri

Lamb Shank
Creamy mash, sautéed spinach, Jus

Roasted Miso Eggplant (V) (VG)
Fable mushroom, cannellini beans, citrus yoghurt, crispy mushroom, fresh herbs

Poke Bowl
Cabbage slaw, cucumber, soft-boiled egg, fried shallots, wasabi mayonnaise, coriander, brown rice, Japanese dressing.
Choice of avocado, feta & harissa or crispy market fish & nam jim or crispy pork belly & sticky chilli

DESSERT

Crème Brûlée (V)
Coffee cream and shortbread biscuit

Sticky Date
Sticky date sponge, beef dripping butterscotch, walnut tulies, creme anglaise & fior di latte gelato

Early Week Express Lunch

Available Monday – Wednesday* 12:00pm – 4:00pm.
at the following locations only: Southbank, Chadstone, Adelaide, Perth, Canberra, Circular Quay – O’Connell St, Barangaroo, Bella Vista

Includes a glass of house selected wine, beer or soft drink.

2 Courses: $53 per person
3 Courses: $59 per person

*Express Lunch menu is not available on public holidays and special event days.

TO DRINK

Includes a glass of expertly selected house wine, beer or soft drink

ENTREE

Bruschetta (V) (VG)
Roma tomato, avocado, oregano, basil and Parmesan on sourdough

Szechuan Calamari
Lightly fried calamari, cucumber, onion, lemon and nam jim sauce

Pork Belly
Sticky chilli glaze, cabbage slaw and Japanese sesame dressing

MAINS

Rump 250g
Monte – Grain Fed 150 Days – Marble Score 2+
Grilled to perfection with our unique basting

Wagyu Beef Burger
Wagyu beef patty, Cheddar, cos lettuce, burger sauce, tomato, onion rings.

Portuguese Chicken Skewer
Portuguese spiced chicken thighs, lemon

Pork Ribs
Slow-cooked and finished on the flame-grill with our unique basting. 

All of the above are served with crunchy chips or house salad and your choice of sauce
Sauce Selection: Barbeque Relish / Hot African Chilli / Creamy Garlic / Peppercorn / Blue Cheese / Creamy Mushroom / Veal Jus 

Steak Tagliata
Char-grilled steak, slow-roasted tomato, shaved Parmesan, wild rocket, chimichurri

Lamb Shank
Creamy mash, sautéed spinach, Jus

Roasted Miso Eggplant (V) (VG)
Fable mushroom, cannellini beans, citrus yoghurt, crispy mushroom, fresh herbs

Poke Bowl
Cabbage slaw, cucumber, soft-boiled egg, fried shallots, wasabi mayonnaise, coriander, brown rice, Japanese dressing.
Choice of avocado, feta & harissa or crispy market fish & nam jim or crispy pork belly & sticky chilli

DESSERT

Crème Brûlée (V)
Coffee cream and shortbread biscuit

Sticky Date
Sticky date sponge, beef dripping butterscotch, walnut tulies, creme anglaise & fior di latte gelato

More Christmas Info...

The Meat & Wine Co loves Christmas time. Not only because it is a beautiful time of year when friends and family get together to celebrate the coming year but because we get to serve our esteemed guests our incredible food and drink. There’s nothing we love more than seeing a group of friends and family enjoy our delicious fare while celebrating one of the most joyous occasions of the year.

So this festive season, to help you celebrate sans stress, why not try one of the incredible Christmas packages offered at The Meat & Wine Co, for your next holiday event. We offer for those wishing to join us for Christmas lunch a two-course menu for $52 per head, and a three-course menu for $59 per head, you’ll be treated to some of our most delicious and popular menu items for your festive feast, and both options include a glass of house wine, beer, or soft drink to complete your meal.

Alternatively, our Christmas dinner packages are truly delicious. We offer a number of options for every budget, starting at $95 per head, all the way to $150 per head. Be greeted by mouth-watering hors d’oeuvres as you walk through the door, and then be wined and dined with the most flavourful meal and sparkling conversation, and minus any dirty dishes. To make this your next Christmas, enquire within and we’ll take care of the rest.

The Meat & Wine Co is one of the finest destinations to spend Christmas dinner. Our restaurant’s relaxed vibe, coupled with the incredible food is bound to leave an impression on you and your guests that you won’t soon forget. 

Our unique African-inspired recipes, made using the freshest and finest meats available will excite and satisfy. Book your table today to get your reservation for Christmas sorted.

An unforgettable luncheon can be the favoured memories of you and your loved ones. Putting on a nice spread can be rewarding but there’s much work involved, and if you get injured or if you just plain old can’t be bothered with it, having the Christmas lunch workout can be a really painful experience. With that in mind, why not try The Meat & Wine Co for all your Christmas lunch needs? We have an extensive range of options on our various menus, and our wine, cheese, and meats are bound to satisfy your palette. Make a booking today.

At The Meat & Wine Co, we understand that creating the perfect corporate Christmas party can be a stress-inducing task. There are so many elements to ensure are perfect, and it can begin to feel nearly impossible. So for your next corporate festive affair, let The Meat & Wine Co melt away your holiday anxieties and leave you to just enjoy the evening. Our stunning Canberra location lies in the heart of the CBD, making it the ideal central spot, it is both easy to get to, and mere steps away from the bustling hub of Canberra’s nightlife.

We have multiple private dining areas that have an availability of 4-12, as well as a total venue capacity of 112, so whether your corporate Christmas party is an intimate affair, or a time to let your hair down, we can do it all. Our stunning decor and incredible food make us the perfect backdrop to your Christmas evening, and you’ll be sure to get a positive review from the boss.

We know that there are many Christmas party venues to hire within Canberra, but when you book with The Meat & Wine Co, you can be assured high-quality service and the very best food and atmosphere, simply let us know a few details, and we’ll take care of the rest.

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