ShortlistRESTAURANTLOCATIONCUISINECAPACITYAVAILABILITYSET MENUSVEG?HALAL?DRINKSTOTAL COSTCOMMENTSWEBSITE2012 ShortlistToo smallMarket Kitchen and BarNewmarketNew Zealandmax 65 seated dinersTue 20th, Wed 21st, Tue 27th, Wed 28th, Thu 29th Nov$45-55 for 2 course$65 for 3-courseYesCan sort out Halal$10 per glass of wine (Trinity range recommended)No other costs; Minimum would apply, but we would reach it easily at $65 per headCannot hold more than 65 guests; Won people's choice awards2012 ShortlistAsian CuisineJade DragonSkycityChinesemax 100 seated diners19 Nov - 30 Nov just need to specify date$45-$88 for 3 course (entree, soup, mains)Yes (need to know exact number and all need to sit at one table)All meat is halal$11 (sparkling) - $145 per glassNo venue hire/service charge; Minimum would apply, based on the night of the week; can quote the minimum spend once exact date is known.No dessertAlready went to last yearY-notViaductNew Zealandmax 200 people19 Nov - 30 Nov just need to specify date$55 per personYes (3 veg options)All halal except for pork$7 - $11 per glassNo venue hire + 10% off drinks special for private functionsGood veg options and halal too2012 ShortlistAsian CuisineGrand HarbourViaductChineseVIP area can seat 80 peopleSun 25 Nov (no extra charge)$40 per head, not including drinks* Not sure about veg/halal options$9 per glass, $42 per bottle cheapestNo other costsFresh fruit platter for dessert; Jade dragon seems to be a better option if Chinese is wanted2012 ShortlistAsian CuisineGrasshopperStamford Plaza hotelThaiMax 250 people19 Nov - 30 Novjust need to specify date$40-50 per head for 3-course (includes dessert)Yes (need to know numbers)Yes (need to know numbers)Check wine list onlineNo additional hiring chargesAlso won people's choice award; Talked to Joy (09-3089211) Menu can be adjusted if wanted

2013 ShortlistThree Lamps Bar and EateryPonsonbyEuropean/NZFor occasional exclusive venue hire we can accommodate 145 for cocktails & up to 90 for Dining.???$55pp (entree, main and dessert)?????????Additional costs?Too smallhttp://www.threelamps.co.nz/functions.html2013 ShortlistHeritage hotelCityNew Zealand??????$85pp (50 guests min.)Christmas package includes.... Christmas buffet dinner and carvery 3 hr Beverage package selected beer, wine and non-alcoholic options Christmas theming of the room.?????????Additional costs?Too expensive?!Hector's Restaurant seems to be part of this hotelhttp://www.heritagehotels.co.nz/hotels/heritage-auckland/offers/conference-offers/1399/have-your-christmas-function-at...2013 ShortlistThe Bluestone RoomCityEuropean/NZ220 seated guestsFor 100, will use upstairs function roomSat 23rd NovIf interested, book ASAP$50pp Choice of one entre, two mains and two desserts$60pp Choice of two entres, two mains and two dessertsNone at moment but can tailor menu (don't mention cost?)YesWith 3-course meal, can inlcude "a glass of bubbles" for $70 ppAdditional costs: Yes There is a $350 Security Charge and a $7000 minimum spend on food & beverage over the course of the evening (which is pretty achievable with those numbers).http://www.thebluestoneroom.co.nz/functions.aspx2013 ShortlistMeccaViaductEuropean/NZMax seated = 120Thu 28Nov OR Sun 1DecSun 8Dec, Sat 14Dec, Sun 15DecIf interested, book ASAP$65pp 3 course mealOne main but can tailor menu to suit our needs for no extra costNo"Our restaurant provide dishes with blend of cultures however we do not follow any religion and our meat is supplied by supreme supplier over the many years"Can provide 1 glass of wine each for $9 ppAdditional costs: Minimum Bar tab charge of $1500 will apply (easily achievable if 50% of drinks are sub and rest charge on consumption). Venue hire is free.http://www.meccacafe.com/viaduct_functions.htm2013 ShortlistMecure hotelCityEuropean/NZRangitoto (80 Banquet) & Browns (60 Banquet) roomsFri 22Nov, Sun 24Nov, Sat 7Dec, Sun 8DecChristmas "Silver Sleigh" package $59 pp for 3-course meal, drinks (wines, juices and champagne) and canapes for 30 minutes on arrivalOne mainYesStandard beverages for 30 mins on arrival (Brancott Brut Cuvee, House wines series incl Chardonnay, Sauvignon Blanc and Carbenet Merlot, Selection of NZ beers, orange juice and soft drinks)Can offer 2 x carafes of orange juice per table during dinner in place of stage or dancefloorAdditional costs: NoAll costs are included in the $59 pphttp://www.mercuremeetings.co.nz/documents/MercureAucklandXmasParties.pdf2013 ShortlistBuffalo bar & grillViaductNew Zealand100+ If 100+, would offer whole place with NO venue hire feeFree on weekends between 20 Nov - 1 Dec$50pp (entree, main, desserts to share)One main but can tailor menu to add more veg for no extra costYesWith 3-course meal, can inlcude "a glass of wine, juice beer" for $55 ppAdditional costs: Nohttp://www.buffalobarandgrill.co.nz/functions_princes_wharf.html2013 ShortlistCrowne PlazaCityNew ZealandElliott room can hold upto 140 people for banquet 22nd, 23rd and 24th and 30th November$65pp 3-course meal In terms of the plated dinner for $65.00 you can choose one entre, one main course and one desert for all guests. We will catering for dietary requirements such as vegan, vegetarian. gluten free etc so need to choose an another option for them. You have the ability to choice ad additional courses -see prices attached-Have to choose to add onThe cost to add on Halal meat will be $2.00 per person The cost to add on a beer or wine will be $9.00 per person. We can also set up a bar tab or cash bar if needed. There are no other hidden costs to what is shown in the proposal attached.

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AllRestaurantLocationCuisineCapacitySet Menus?Menu/FunctionsVeg?Halal?DrinksContact?Other commentsEuro Restaurant and BarViaductNZ100 seated (North Wing)50-70 seated (South Wing)240 (entire venue)3-course set menus($65, $68, $89, $95+)http://www.eurobar.co.nz/assets/Downloads/Set-menu-options/Euro-Set-Menus-May-2013.pdf??Can contact Functions co-ordinator Gillian Holmes for more details 09 307 0754 or 021 254 4275Too expensive?!SailsViaductNZ160 max3-course set menu for $85 per personhttp://www.sailsrestaurant.co.nz/functions/Charged on consumptionOur full service la carte style menu, including the setting of the restaurant, is $85 per guest inclusive of GST, minimum guests required negotiable. A hosting fee of $1500 covers the extra staffing requirements for your function.Too expensive!Award winning (Overall winner in Great Auckland Seafood Challenge)EightLanghamBuffetPre-Christmas(Lunch $75pp, Dinner $95pp)http://auckland.langhamhotels.co.nz/restaurants/eight.htmToo expensive!!!The Occidental Belgian Beer CafeCBD (Vulcan lane)EuropeanTintin room (30 seated)Dining Groups 30-45 (Jazz Bar, Leuven)Too small!!Three LampsPonsonby (1-3 St Mary's Road)European50 diningUpto 90 for exclusive venue hire3-course menu for $55 pp(no additional cost for venue hire/staff)http://www.threelamps.co.nz/uploads/1/8/9/9/18994995/tl_website_canape_and_set_menu_may_2013.pdfSub-set of the OccidentalThe PaddingtonParnellEuropeanBoardroom (10 people)Corporate Box (50 people)Dining groups upto 140???http://www.thepaddington.co.nz/images/paddington_function.pdfFunctions coordinator functions@thepaddington.co.nzSub-set of the OccidentalNickie's ThaiNewmarketThai1004 course (entree, soup, main, dessert) for $42pp3 course (entree, main, dessert) for $36pphttp://www.menus.co.nz/listing/nl4n/nickies-thai-restaurants-bar/menu/menu-4q0vgr.pdf/SoulViaductNZ3 course (entree, mains, dessert) for $87pphttp://www.soulbar.co.nz/c/menus/soul_Set_Menu_Dinner.pdfToo expensive!!!Winner 2010 NZ restauarant of the year, Metro top 50 restaurantsCibo RestaurantParnellNZ/European80 indoors120 incl outdoor courtyard3 course menu (price depends on type and size of function)http://cibo.co.nz/Metro top 50 restaurantsOrbitSkycityNZ???3 course menu (select any entree, main and dessert) for $69pphttp://www.skycityauckland.co.nz/media/84611/orbit-dinner-menu-august-2013-for-website-updated.pdfThe TerraceSkycityNZ100 The Terrace50 The Club Lounge200 combined5 star restaurant - Only Breakfast?http://www.skycityauckland.co.nz/restaurants/the-terrace/functions/EbisuCBDJapanese120???Set menu (Starters, small plates, large plates, sides, desserts) for $64-70 pp http://ebisu.co.nz/category/menus/set-menus/SPQR Cafe & BarPonsonbyItalian130?3 course menus at $60 and $65http://www.spqrnz.co.nz/menus/Similar setting to Y-not with outdoor and indoor diningMetro top 50 restaurantsFISHViaductNZ???Set dinner menus start at $75ppToo expensive!KabukiCBDJapanese?Dinner Set menus for $55, Group set menus for $79http://www.kabukirestaurant.co.nz/?page_id=8Mecure hotelChristmas party packages in Nov-DecContact them for more details ($59 pp)http://www.mercuremeetings.co.nz/documents/MercureAucklandXmasParties.pdfThe Bluestone RoomAuckland CityNZ/EuropeanThe function venue comfortably accommodates 220 seated guests $50pp Choice of one entre, two mains and two desserts$60pp Choice of two entres, two mains and two dessertshttp://www.thebluestoneroom.co.nz/functions.aspxNot enough menu options?Cornwall Park restaurantCornwall parkEuropean/NZMax 120 seats$90 per person for 3 coursehttp://www.cornwallparkrestaurant.co.nz/events-functions/corporate-or-privateToo expensiveRendevous HotelCityBanquet dinner from $120 ppChristmas functions from $75 pphttp://www.rendezvoushotels.com/auckland/meetings-en.htmlToo expensiveHeritage HotelContact for more infohttp://www.heritagehotels.co.nz/events/special-occasionsLanghamhttp://auckland.langhamhotels.co.nz/meetings/ballroom_meeting_room.htmSky city convention centreCity$80 pp dinner functionsToo expensive!!!Buffalo Bar & GrillViaductNZ$50 pp (entree, main, desserts to share)http://www.buffalobarandgrill.co.nz/functions_princes_wharf.htmlCrowne PlazaCBDNZ??$ 65 pp 3-course menuhttp://www.crowneplazaauckland.co.nz/images/PDFs/Catering%20Pack%20sep%202013.pdfLots of menu optionsAlso seen but rejected.....TatamiNot for functions (no set menus)The FoxMore like a sports barIndustry ZenI don't think they cater for large groups/private functionsSet menu not so versatile! ($49 for starter, alad, entree, main and $79 for starter, salad, entree, main, dessert)Antoine'sToo expensive (Mains are $40+ as is) and no set menusBasque Kitchen & BarToo small (50 people)BracuIn Pukekohe (middle of nowhere)Cable BayIn WaihekeCafe HanoiI don't think they do big functions (too small...)Casita MiroIn WaihekeThe GrillTo small?? (Mezz area for upto 40 people)MasuTo small?? (Obi room upto 18ppl)FortunaToo small....Cannot book out the whole place (50 max)BellotaToo small....60 ppl maxClooneyUnsure of space (maybe 80 people) and don't think they have 3-course dinnerCorocoJap, unsure of space and 3 course menu (no website)Coco's CantinaSome mixed reviews (some bad on menumania)DepotDon't think they do large functions (not according to their website)Eight.TwoIn Birkenhead (middle of nowhere)ImaNo set menus?KazuyaToo expensive (5 course $72, 7 course $92)DeBretts KitchenToo small (60 people)Kura/TanukiJapanese, Too small (35 ppl)MeredithsToo expensiveMexicoMixed reviews (quite a few bad ones)MoltenToo small (60 ppl)MoochowchowMixed reviews (quite a few bad ones)Number 5Set menus too expensive $75+O'Connell Street BistroToo smallOne Tree GrillBig enough (upto 102 people) but 3-course menu too xp ($77) OrtolanaNo website (no info)Poderi CrisciWaiheke IslandPregoNo set menus/No bookings?SideartToo small (40 ppl) and too expensiveSunday PaintersNo set menus online, not sure of capacityTe Whanau VineyardOn WaihekeThe CommonsIn TakapunaThe FoodstoreSet menus too expensive 3-course $85 ppThe French cafeToo expensive (Set menu $100+)The Oyster InnIn WaihekeThe GroveNot sure of price or space but mixed reviews (some bad ones)The Refreshment RoomIn TItirangi (middle of nowhere)The Tasting ShedIn Kumeu (middle of nowhere)Toto'sItalian but set menus are too expensive ($75pp, $95pp)TibecaMight be big enough (80 ppl) but too expensive (set menu 3 course $87.50pp)Two FifteenToo small (2 private rooms that can hol 10-28ppl) and too expensive ($72pp)Wine chambersPrivate rooms not big enough (12 and 20 ppl), 3-course set menu starts at $49.50Lava DiningLooks too fancy! Probably too expensiveJervois Steak HouseLooks too smallCAC Bar & EateryToo small (60 people)