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  • The Flute Fix

    BOTTOMLESS LUNCH
    Every Saturday & Sunday | From 12pm – 3pm | $65 per person

    *Offer ending August 31, 2025

    Get ready to sip, savour, and socialise! Join us for our The Flute Fix – the ultimate long lunch experience. Think delicious shared plates, 90-minutes of free-flowing drinks, and good vibes only. Whether you're celebrating something special or just soaking up the weekend, this is your excuse to gather your crew and indulge in a leisurely lunch with a cheeky twist.

    - Special set menu
    - Bottomless white, red, rose & bubbles
    - + our cocktail of the month

    *Minimum 2 people

  • Contentious Character Wine Dinner

    Contentious Character x Pialligo EstateWine Dinner - Friday, 29 August

    Join us for an unforgettable evening of fine food, exceptional wine, and curated conversation at our exclusive Contentious Character x Pialligo Estate Winer Dinner.

    Indulge in a thoughtfully crafted seasonal menu, perfectly paired with premium Contentious Character wines selected to complement and elevate each course. Our Executive Chef and sommelier have worked closely to create a dining journey that celebrates bold flavours, refined technique, and regional wine excellence.

    Your Experience Includes:

    - Five elegant courses highlighting bold flavours
    - Curated wine pairings for each course
    - Tasting notes and commentary from our Head Chef and Contentious Character winemaker

    Date: Friday, 29 August 2025
    Time: 6:30pm
    Location: Pialligo Estate
    Tickets: $119 per person | Limited seating available
    *Bookings essential

    Whether you're a seasoned wine lover or simply enjoy a beautiful meal, this immersive culinary event promises to delight the senses!

  • Father's Day

    Father’s Day Lunch at Pavilion Restaurant
    Sunday, 7 September 2025 | From 11:30AM
    Celebrate Dad with great food, cold drinks, and quality time

    Treat Dad to something special this Father’s Day with a long, laid-back lunch at Pavilion Restaurant. Whether he’s a fan of hearty mains, fresh seafood, or a good steak and a cold beer — we’ve got something he’ll love.

    Join us for a delicious set menu designed just for the occasion, with something to satisfy every appetite.

    Highlights include:

    - A Father’s Day set lunch menu
    - Complimentary drink for all fathers on arrival
    - Kids’ menu and family-friendly atmosphere

    Location: Pavilion Restaurant, Pialligo Estate
    Price: $99 per adult, $29 per child
    Bookings are essential – Father’s Day fills up fast!

  • Acacia Quartet

    Show and Two Course Lunch presented by Create Catering in the Pialligo Estate Glasshouse 

    $115 per person, Main, Shared Sides, Dessert 

    Drinks available to purchase

    A Musical Feast Paired with a Long Lunch 

    Settle in for a sublime afternoon of music and dining at Pialligo Estate by Create Catering, as we welcome the acclaimed Acacia Quartet to The Glasshouse for a special spring concert and long lunch.

    Formed in 2010, Acacia Quartet is one of Australia’s most respected string ensembles. Known for their imaginative programming and masterful musicianship, they’ve recorded twelve albums and been twice nominated for an ARIA Award for Best Classical Album. Acacia's performances are regularly broadcast around the world, and they’ve graced stages from the Sydney Opera House to concert halls across Europe and Canada.

    On Saturday 20 September, Acacia presents a program of rich and expressive works:

    Joseph Haydn - SQ Op. 76/4 ‘Sunrise’ (24’)

    Nick Wales - 'Harbour Light' (4’)

    Maurice Ravel - SQ (31’)

    Date: Saturday, 20th September 2025
    Time: 12:00pm
    Location: Pialligo Estate, Canberra
    Includes: Two-Course Lunch with sides

  • Melbourne Cup 2025

    Melbourne Cup 2025 at Pialligo Estate
    Tuesday, 4 November 2025 | From 11:30am-3:30pm
    Celebrate the race that stops the nation – in style!

    Join us at Pialligo Estate for an unforgettable Melbourne Cup celebration filled with glamour, great food, and race-day excitement. Whether you’re here for the horses, the fashion, or the champagne, we’re serving up everything you need to make this year’s Cup Day one to remember.

    General Admission:

    - 4-Hour Beverage Package
    - Lavish Grazing Platters
    - Live Cooking Paella
    - BBQ Meats & Sides

    VIP Private Rooms:

    - 4-Hour Beverage Package + Mumm Champagne
    - Chef’s Tasting Menu Long Lunch
    - Premium Cup Day Cocktails

    Dress to impress in your race-day best!

    Location: Pialligo Estate, Canberra
    Tickets: Start from $99 per person
    *Bookings are essential

    Gather your friends, dust off your fascinators, and prepare for a day of celebration, style and spectacular racing at Melbourne Cup 2025 at Pialligo Estate.

  • Christmas Lunch 2025

    A Very Merry Pialligo Christmas Lunch
    Wednesday, 25 December 2025 | From 12:00PM
    Celebrate the magic of Christmas with a long, leisurely lunch

    Make this Christmas truly special with a decadent lunch at Pavilion Restaurant, where all the festive favourites and gourmet delights come together in a warm, elegant setting — without the cooking or clean-up.

    Our Christmas Day Set Menu features a beautifully curated selection of seasonal dishes designed to celebrate the best of the festive flavours. Whether you’re bringing the whole family or gathering with friends, enjoy an afternoon filled with great food, flowing drinks, and holiday cheer.

    Your Christmas Lunch Includes:

    - A seasonal five-course set menu
    - A glass of sparkling on arrival

    Location: Pavilion Restaurant, Pialligo Estate
    Tickets: $149 per adult | $55 per child (12 years and below)
    *Bookings are essential

    Sit back, relax, and let us take care of everything this Christmas. With sensational food, attentive service, and a stunning location, Christmas Day Lunch at Pavilion Restaurant, Pialligo Estate is the perfect way to celebrate the season!