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Christmas Party offer

Entire Venue at FOUNDRY KITCHEN & BAR

Restaurant
·
Whole venue
492 La Trobe Street, Mercure Melbourne La Trobe Street, West Melbourne, 3003 –
West Melbourne
Up to 70
seats
Up to 135
standing
Venue offers catering
External catering not allowed

About this space

Planning a corporate gathering, networking event, cocktail party or special celebration? We've created a venue that's relaxed, welcoming and effortlessly versatile. A private balcony, dedicated bar and warm contemporary interiors set the tone, while the bright city views do the rest.

Whether you're hosting 70 guests for a seated dining experience or up to 135 for a cocktail-style reception, our restaurant is perfect for all types of events, including business lunches, end-of-year celebrations, engagement parties, birthdays and many more!

Event offers and packages

Christmas Party Offers

Celebrate Christmas with skyline views and a 9-piece canapé package — curated bites from The Indulgence tier.

Christmas Party Canapé Package – Entire Venue
$45 per person

• 9 canapé pieces per person from The Indulgence selection

CANAPÉS
1. Whipped Parmesan Dip with Potato Flatbread (V)
2. Spiced Pumpkin Curry Puff with Pineapple Chutney (V)
3. Smoked Cheese Croquette with Hot Honey and Confit Garlic Aioli (V, NF)
4. Vegetable Spring Rolls with Lettuce Cups, Pickles and Vietnamese Mint (DF, NF, VG)
5. Fried Calamari with Burnt Lemon, Watercress and Harissa Aioli (I)
6. Tuna Tostada with Avocado Crema, Pickled Shallot and Chipotle Mayo (A, GF)
7. Crispy Soft-Shell Crab Bao with Pickled Fennel and Tartare Sauce (I, DF, NF)
8. Heirloom Tomatoes on Toast with Stracciatella, Pickled Shallots and Herb Oil (NF, V)
9. Snapper Croquettes with Chunky Tartare Sauce and Pickled Guindillas (A, NF, DF)
10. Grilled Beef Bò Lá Lốt Parcels with Lettuce Cups, Herbs and Nước Chấm (DF)
11. Smashed Cheese Burger Slider with Burger Sauce, Onion and Pickles (NF)
12. Southern Fried Chicken Sliders with Slaw and House Pickles (NF)
13. Grilled Southern Thai Chicken Skewer with Golek Sauce (NF, GF, DF)
14. Spicy Chicken Bao with Pickled Cucumber, Chilli and Coriander (NF, DF)
15. Thai Style Fried Chicken Wings with Sweet Chilli Sauce (DF, NF, GF)
16. Rare Beef Tataki with Ponzu Sauce, Daikon and Pommes Paille (DF, NF, GF)

Meeting Offers

Run your team session in a skyline-view venue with a Full-Day Meeting Package incl. morning & afternoon tea, plus optional set menu lunch.

Full-Day Meeting Package – Entire Venue
$95 per person

• Full-day delegate package
• Morning tea and afternoon tea
• Choice of The Foundry Feast or The Forge Feast set menu available as an upgrade
• Optional barista coffee add-on

Prices

Sunday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $4000–$10000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $10000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Monday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $3000–$5000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Tuesday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $3000–$5000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Wednesday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $3000–$5000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
from $3000 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $5000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Thursday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $4000–$10000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $10000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Friday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $4000–$10000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $10000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
Saturday
12:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $4000–$10000 min. spend
Per session
12:00 pm – 3:00 pm
from $4000 min. spend
Per session
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm
from $10000 min. spend
Alcohol licence until 1:00 am. All prices include GST.
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Pricing updated by venue 3 months ago

Capacity

  • Standing
    up to 135
  • Dining
    up to 70

Catering and drinks

In-house catering available Venue can organise food and drink
Halal menu
Extensive vegan menu
Extensive vegetarian menu
Extensive gluten-free menu
Australian cuisine
No external catering allowed
Venue provides alcohol Venue can supply alcoholic beverages
No BYO alcohol allowed

Facilities

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Projector
  • Flatscreen TV
  • Whiteboard
  • Flipchart
  • PA system / speakers Venue provides a sound system for music and announcements
  • Air conditioner
  • Natural light Room has windows or a skylight, so daylight comes in
  • Dance floor Dedicated dance floor area
  • Mirrors Full-length mirrors available
  • Accommodation is available on-site On-site accommodation
  • Paid parking is available on-site (8 spaces)
  • Paid parking facilities available nearby
  • Unavailable: Conference call facilities
  • Unavailable: Photo equipment
  • Unavailable: Video equipment
  • Unavailable: Lighting equipment
  • Unavailable: Greenscreen
  • Unavailable: Backdrops
  • Unavailable: Storage space
  • Unavailable: Quiet space
  • Unavailable: Soundproof

Music & sound equipment

  • Play your own music Venue allows playing your own music
  • Space has noise restriction after 01:00
  • Bring your own DJ not allowed

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible Step-free access throughout the venue for wheelchair users
  • Accessible toilets Toilet(s) adapted for guests with disabilities
  • Ground level Guests can enter without using stairs
  • Accessible parking spot available
  • Lift to all floors
  • Unavailable: Cargo lift

Rules of the space

Allowed events

  • No promoted and ticketed events allowed
  • No wedding licence

Host rules

• The venue must only be used for the purpose outlined in your booking confirmation.
• Final guest numbers, menu selections, and dietary requirements must be submitted at least 14 days prior to the event.
• Minimum spend requirements apply to selected bookings. If the agreed minimum spend is not met, the organiser is responsible for the difference.
• No outside food or beverages are permitted unless approved in writing by venue management.
• Guests must comply with all venue policies and directions from management and staff at all times.
• Foundry Kitchen & Bar operates under the Responsible Service of Alcohol (RSA) legislation. Alcohol service may be refused to any guest who is intoxicated, underage, • or behaving in a disruptive or unsafe manner.
• Any guest asked to leave the venue due to inappropriate behaviour will not be entitled to a refund or compensation.
• The organiser is responsible for any damage caused to the venue, furniture, fixtures, or equipment by their guests. Repair or replacement costs may be charged accordingly.
• Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside the venue or hotel.
• Confetti, glitter, open flames, smoke machines, fireworks, or any hazardous decorations are not permitted without prior written approval.
• Decorations must not be attached to walls, ceilings, windows, or fixtures using nails, screws, staples, tape, or adhesives that may cause damage.
• All entertainment, AV equipment, and external suppliers must be approved by venue management before the event.
• Management reserves the right to refuse entry or terminate an event if venue rules, licensing requirements, or safety regulations are not followed.

Cancellation policy: Custom

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About FOUNDRY KITCHEN & BAR

FOUNDRY KITCHEN & BAR is a Tagvenue Partner. This business has registered with Tagvenue and agreed to our venue partner standards.

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