Private dining, functions and events
Your Event
at Lunas
Portuguese dining experience
for your next celebration, gathering or special occasion.
What you will find
The space
Our vine-covered Petersham courtyard is the heart of every Lunas event — relaxed, private and full of character, whatever the occasion. When you book the whole venue, our light-filled indoor space is available too.
Courtyard
Seats up to 50 guests, or 70–80 cocktail-style
Indoor Space
Available only when booking the whole venue
Features
Retractable roof, outdoor heaters, family-friendly, pet-friendly, garden with herbs & veggies
Access
Wheelchair & pram accessible
Lunch/daytime private
functions
Minimum 30 guests
1:00pm - 4:00pm
Evening
events
Minimum 35 guests,
$500 room hire
5:30pm - 10:00pm
Celebrate with us
What can you host?
Whatever the occasion, we're here to make it one to remember. From birthdays, engagements and baby showers to family gatherings, Portuguese celebrations and special occasions, our space is made for bringing people together.
We also host corporate events, cocktail parties, high teas and relaxed brunch functions — with flexible spaces, delicious Portuguese-inspired food and a warm, welcoming atmosphere to suit every celebration.
For groups over 12, will be served a set menu.
View our MenusWhat's included
Event menus
Buffet
Grazing Menu
$70pp
Buffet
Grazing Menu
$80pp
Buffet + Canapés
Grazing Menu
$100pp
Buffet + Canapés + Suckling Pig
Grazing Menu
$150pp
Add to any package
Add-ons
(per person)
Oysters
$7
Cheese Board
$15
Charcuterie Board
$15
Cheese & Charcuterie
$20
Smoked Salmon on Toast
$7
Prawn Rissóis
$5
Olives
$7
Heirloom Carrots
$15
Chocolate Mousse
$15
Pudim de Leite
$20
Portuguese Tart
$7
Additional options
Make it yours
Cake
Sweet Belem Portuguese tarts & cakes — no cakeage fee.
BYO cake welcome with $50 cakeage.
Flowers
Floral arrangement available at $300.
Tablecloths
Sage green, off-white, pinky beige or black. $30 cleaning fee.
Decorations
Bring your own, to be removed at the end of the event.
Event gallery
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3 steps
How it works
1
Enquire
Send us your event details using the form below and we'll be in touch.
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2
Plan
We'll shape the menu, drinks and styling, and secure your date with a $300 deposit.
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3
Celebrate
Arrive and enjoy — we'll take care of the rest in our courtyard.
Booking & Payment
$300 deposit confirms your date and is deducted from your final bill.
Deposit fully refundable up to 10 days before the event.
Evening events: $500 room hire. A 10% service charge applies to every event's final bill.
Final guest numbers & dietary requirements confirmed 10 days before your event; final bill settled on the day.
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How many guests can you host?
Our courtyard seats up to 50 guests, or 70–80 cocktail-style. Indoor seating is available when you book the whole venue.
Is there a minimum number of guests?
Lunch and daytime private functions have a minimum of 30 guests. Evening events have a minimum of 35 guests, plus $500 room hire.
What are your event times?
Lunch and daytime private functions run from 1:00pm to 4:00pm. Evening events run from 5:30pm to 10:00pm.
What menus are available?
Choose from our grazing menus (from $70 per person), plus brunch, high tea and chef's menus and drinks packages. Groups over 12 are served a set menu, and you can add extras from our add-ons list.
Do you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes — let us know about any dietary requirements when you enquire. Final guest numbers and dietary requirements are confirmed 10 days before your event.
What about drinks and BYO?
We offer drinks packages to suit your event. Get in touch and we'll talk you through the options.
Can we bring a cake?
Yes. You're welcome to BYO cake with a $50 cakeage fee, or order Sweet Belem Portuguese tarts and cakes with no cakeage fee.
Can we decorate the space?
Absolutely. Bring your own decorations, to be removed at the end of the event. Tablecloths (sage green, off-white, pinky beige or black) are available for a $30 cleaning fee, and floral arrangements from $300.
Is the space private?
Your event is held in our vine-covered courtyard. For a fully private experience, book the whole venue, which also includes our indoor space.
Is the venue accessible?
Yes — Lunas is wheelchair and pram accessible.
How do we confirm our booking?
A $300 deposit confirms your date and is deducted from your final bill. It's fully refundable up to 10 days before the event.
How is payment handled?
Your final bill is settled on the day. Evening events include $500 room hire, and a 10% service charge applies to every event's final bill.
Event enquiry form
Tell us about your event
Tell us a little about your event and we'll get back to you with availability and options.