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Warmly lit bar at Hotel Lismore, a functions venue in Lismore
Functions and events in Lismore

Make your next celebration one to remember

From relaxed work lunches and birthday gatherings to cocktail parties and milestone celebrations, Hotel Lismore brings together flexible spaces, crowd-pleasing menus and a team that makes planning feel easy.

Groups from 10 to 200 guests
10-200Flexible group sizes
3Function area options
2Menu styles to mix and match
CBDCentral Lismore location
Guests enjoying wine and a sharing platter at Hotel Lismore
Your occasion, your way

Easy to organise. Even better to attend.

Tell us what you are celebrating, how many guests are coming and the atmosphere you have in mind. Our experienced team will help shape the space, seating, food and drinks around your event and budget.

  • Birthdays, engagements, work lunches and team events
  • Social drinks, cocktail parties and milestone celebrations
  • Canapés, platters, sit-down menus and flexible combinations
  • Seating configurations recommended for your group size
Choose your style

Food, drinks and spaces that fit the moment

Keep it casual with generous sharing food, build a flowing cocktail event or gather everyone around the table for a set menu.

Canapé and antipasto platter for a Hotel Lismore function

Canapés and platters

Easy to share, simple to serve and ideal for mingling.

Colourful cocktails prepared for an event at Hotel Lismore

Cocktails and social events

Build a lively event around drinks, grazing and good company.

Arancini served as part of the Hotel Lismore function menu

Sit-down celebrations

Three set menu options for a more structured dining experience.

Hotel Lismore function menu

Pick, mix and make it yours

Browse our canapé platters and sit-down set menus below. Menu availability and pricing are subject to confirmation when you book.

Light and substantial canapés Platters and individual serves

Create a grazing menu for casual functions, cocktail events and social celebrations. Minimum quantities apply to selected items.

Spring rolls and samosas

20 of each per platter, 40 pieces total.

$40

Chicken and beef skewers with satay sauce

12 of each per platter, 24 pieces total.

$45

Selection of warm quiches

Ham and asparagus, tomato and mushroom, chicken and leek. 20 tartlets.

$45

Tapas platter with dips and grilled Turkish bread

Marinated vegetables, chorizo, haloumi and dips.

$40

Tempura king prawn skewers

25 per platter with a sweet and spicy dipping sauce.

$50

Homemade gourmet sausage rolls

20 sausage rolls in puff pastry per platter.

$45

Fish and chips in individual boxes

Minimum order of 12.

$4.50 ea

Mini gourmet pies

Minimum order of 10.

$2.25 ea

Thai yellow chicken curry

Topped with bean shoots and coriander, served in individual cups. Minimum 12.

$4.50 ea

Thai beef salad in a box

Rare roast beef with lettuce, sprouts and herbs. Minimum 10.

$4 ea

Pasta cups with pesto, tomato and parmesan cream

Vegetarian. Minimum order of 10.

$3.50 ea

Mini rolls

10 rolls with your choice of beef, turkey or char-grilled vegetables.

$40

Arancini risotto balls

Roasted pumpkin with fresh herbs and cheese. 20 per platter.

$40
Sit-down set menus Three choices from $35 per person

Select the menu that best suits your group. Menu A and Menu C can be alternate serve or pre-ordered. Menu B mains are pre-ordered.

Set Menu A $35 pp

Appetiser

  • Tomato salad with bocconcini, basil, avocado, olives, rocket and balsamic glaze
  • Chicken and avocado salad with lemon myrtle dressing, tomato and endive

Main

  • Chicken chasseur with sautéed kipfler potatoes, bacon and spinach
  • Grain-fed porterhouse steak with fries and Café de Paris butter
Includes tea and coffee.

Set Menu B $45 pp

Appetisers to share

  • Tapas platter with grilled Turkish bread
  • Caesar salad

Main

  • Ravioli with pumpkin, spinach and cherry tomatoes
  • Crispy skin salmon with kipfler potatoes, greens and lemon beurre blanc
  • Grain-fed porterhouse steak with fries and Café de Paris butter
Includes tea and coffee.

Set Menu C $50 pp

Appetiser

  • Tomato salad with bocconcini, basil, avocado, olives, rocket and balsamic glaze
  • Prawn cocktail on iceberg lettuce with classic cocktail sauce

Main

  • Crispy skin salmon with kipfler potatoes, greens and lemon beurre blanc
  • Grain-fed porterhouse steak with roasted chat potatoes and garlic prawns

Dessert

  • Chocolate plate with whipped cream
  • Sticky date pudding with butterscotch sauce and cream
Includes tea and coffee.
Dietary requirements and menu notes Talk to our team before confirming

Please advise us about dietary requirements and allergies as early as possible. Menu selections, prices and availability may change seasonally and will be confirmed by the Hotel Lismore team before your function.

From idea to event

A straightforward planning process

We will help you choose the most suitable available area, seating layout and menu for your guest numbers and occasion.

1

Tell us the essentials

Share your preferred date, event type, guest numbers and approximate budget.

2

Shape the food and space

Choose canapés, set menus or a combination, then confirm the best available layout.

3

Confirm and celebrate

Return the booking form, pay the required deposit and finalise details with our team.

Function food and cocktails served at Hotel Lismore Cocktail selection for a Hotel Lismore event Antipasto platter for functions at Hotel Lismore
Good to know

Function FAQs

These quick answers cover the main planning details. Full booking terms will be supplied and confirmed with your event.

How many guests can Hotel Lismore cater for?

We cater for groups from 10 to 200 guests, subject to the date, area availability and event format.

Can a smaller group order from the Bistro Menu?

Yes. Groups of 15 guests or fewer may choose to order from the current Bistro Menu, subject to availability and venue confirmation.

What is required to confirm a booking?

Tentative bookings may be held for up to five days. A completed booking form, a 50% deposit and credit card details are required to confirm the function.

When are final numbers and food selections due?

Final guest numbers, food selections and full payment for food are required seven days before the event. Extra guests remain subject to seat availability.

Can we bring a celebration cake?

Yes. You may bring one cake. The venue can provide a cake knife, plates and serviettes at no charge.

Can minors attend a function?

Minors may only attend approved function areas with prior management approval and must remain with a responsible adult. Venue licensing conditions apply.

Does Hotel Lismore accept 18th birthday parties?

No. Hotel Lismore does not accept bookings for 18th birthday parties.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellations made at least four weeks before the event may receive a full refund. Cancellations inside four weeks forfeit the deposit, and cancellations inside seven days forfeit all payments. Final terms are confirmed with the booking.

Let us bring it together

Have a date in mind?

Send us your preferred date, guest numbers and event idea. The Hotel Lismore team will help you explore the best available setup.