IT’S the race that stops a nation, and Noosa is no exception with a host of local venues offering Melbourne Cup day fun. It’s time to frock up and head out with friends for a day of fashion and racing fun.
Restaurants are now taking bookings, with many more to announce their line-up for the big day. But get in quick as most venues book-out well in advance.
Sirocco, Gympie Terrace, Noosaville
Enjoy a three-course meal plus a glass of bubbles on arrival for $69. The race will be shown on a big screen with sweepstakes and lots of fun served up. Bookings are essential so phone 5455 6688 to secure your seat.
Sunshine Beach Surf Club, Duke Street, Sunshine Beach
Dive in to a three-course meal with canapes, main and dessert for $49. The race will be shown on the club’s big screens, with prizes for best dressed and sweepstakes all up for grabs on the day. Bookings are essential so phone 5447 5491 to secure your seat.
Bistro C, Hastings Street, Noosa Heads
Enjoy the stunning views of Noosa Main Beach at Bistro C’s Melbourne Cup Lunch. Always a sell-out, Bistro C offers a three-course set meal and bubbles on arrival for $85, plus live music from Rush Band, fashion parades, sweeps and prizes for best dressed. Bookings are essential so phone 5447 2855 to secure your seat.
Noosa Boathouse, Gympie Terrace, Noosaville
Watch the race on the big screen while dining on a Melbourne Cup feast including crispy skinned salmon, wood-fired lamb shoulder and sides, plus mango and white chocolate mousse for dessert for $109 per person. Dress up for a chance to win prizes for best dressed. Bookings are essential so phone 5440 5070 to secure your seat.
Riverdeck Restaurant, Noosa Marina, Tewantin
Enjoy a three-course meal and a glass of bubbles for $65 while taking in the stunning river views at Riverdeck Restaurant. The race will be shown on the big projection screen, with sweeps, a bookie on site and prizes for best dressed and best hat also on offer. Bookings are essential so phone 5474 1100 to secure your seat.
