Melbourne Cup party
at The Wine Bar
Join us for the city’s biggest Melbourne Cup party at The International Cup Day calls for bubbles, free-flowing cocktails, a great soundtrack and a proper city celebration – The Wine Bar is making it happen.
For one spectacular afternoon, The Wine Bar spills out onto the open-air plaza, transforming the space beneath the iconic Charles Perry ‘S’ sculpture into the ultimate Cup Day playground in the heart of the city. Expect a vibrant atmosphere where the energy flows as freely as the drinks.
Canapé Menu
Australian & International Charcuterie & Cheese, Selection of Breads, Condiments
Sydney Rock Oysters, Mignonette
Potato Hash Brown, Taramasalata, Saltbush
Sourdough Crumpet, Beef Tartare, Black Garlic, Cured Yolk
‘Nduja & Mozzarella Supplì
Basque Cheese Tart, Pickled Leek, Toasted Pepper
Grilled Chicken Skewer, Burnt Honey Glaze
Wagyu Beef Slider, Cheese, Pickles
Salted Ricotta & Friarielli Slice Margherita Slice
Dark Chocolate Mousse, Honeycomb, Sea Salt
Please note that this menu is subject to change according to seasonal availability.
Drinks
Cocktails
Mango & Elderflower Spritz
Strawberry Rose Highball
Gin & Fresh Blood Orange
Sparkling
NV Bandini Prosecco, Veneto, Italy WINE
2025 Chardonnay, Yarra Valley, Victoria
2025 Rosé, Côtes de Provence, France
2025 Pinot Noir, Mornington Peninsula, Victoria
Beer
A selection of ice-cold beers on tap
Tuesday 3rd November, 11:30am-3:00pm
$149pp + bf – Includes roaming canapés, a glass of Veuve Clicquot Champagne on arrival, and free-flowing cocktails, ice cold tap beers & a fun selection of wine.
Melbourne Cup at The Grill
The International brings the energy of the Melbourne Cup to Martin Place, with an electric race-day lunch and afternoon in The Grill.
Elevated above the 25 Martin Place precinct’s iconic Cup Day party, our open-air dining room is one of the city’s most exciting places to spend race day, where edge-of-your-seat glamour meets big city energy.
Enjoy a special shared banquet celebrating the best of the season: fresh seafood and premium cuts cooked over fire, vibrant spring produce, paired with the finest Champagne, exceptional service and the refined excitement only The International can deliver.
Dress to impress and toast the nation’s most iconic race amid the city skyline: your viewpoint elevated, your experience exceptional.
Stay for the atmosphere as the afternoon rolls effortlessly into the evening… Every ticket includes free entry to the afterparty in Panorama Bar.
Banquet Menu
Optional upgrade:
Sydney Rock Oysters
Chardonnay mignonette
6/$45 – $12/88
Scallop Cruller
Fried Prawn Sandwich
Tuna Crudo
Cucumber, olive, mascarpone
Raw Beef
King Oyster, black mustard, bone marrow
Spanner Crab Agnolotti
Surf Clams, roasted chicken, seaweed butter
Alfonsino
shaved squid, zucchini blossom, butter beans
Kidman Dry Aged Sirloin
on the bone MS5+, bordelaise sauce
Dressed Leaves, white balsamic, shallot
Kipfler Potatoes, truffle butter
Russian Honey Cake
hazelnut, mead, cultured cream
Tuesday 3rd November, 11:30am-3:00pm
$225pp + bf
Includes a glass of NV Ruinart Brut Champagne on arrival.
Reservations from 11:30am.
All guest receive complimentary access to the official After Party in Panorama Bar.
Official Melbourne Cup Afterparty at The Panorama Bar
The party doesn’t stop when the race is run. The Panorama Bar, perched at the very top of The International, is where Melbourne Cup Day flows effortlessly into night.
Step into a space made for parties, with sweeping skyline views, a cocktail in hand, a selection of Sydney’s best DJs soundtracking the night, and the city buzzing beneath you. From the first track to the final toast, the good times will be rolling on late into the evening.
Every ticket to Melbourne Cup at The Grill and The Wine Bar includes complimentary access to the official afterparty, so there’s no need to call it a night. Simply ride the lift to the top floor and keep the celebration going in style.
Not watching the race? Pop in at any time over the Melbourne Cup Day evening to jump straight into the vibes.
Melbourne Cup Afterparty at The Panorama Bar
Tuesday 3rd November, 4pm till late
No bookings required. Entry included with The Grill and The Wine Bar Melbourne Cup Day tickets.