Sussex Hotel
ProHighlights
- All-weather courtyard with firepits and a louvre roof for up to 100
- Private Drawing Room seats 50 away from the main bar
- Two-course set menus from $55 per person
About Sussex Hotel
The Sussex Hotel is a heritage art deco pub on the corner of Walkerville Terrace and Stephens Terrace in Walkerville. Inside, Moroccan-inspired styling sits alongside the old building, with a restaurant, lounge bar, parlour, public bar and a courtyard designed for every season. Six areas can be booked for day functions from 10am to 5pm or night functions from 5pm. The Parlour suits small groups of 15 seated or 25 standing, the Lounge Bar takes 30 seated or 50 for cocktails, and the private Drawing Room, set apart from the main thoroughfare, seats 50 or holds 60. The Dining Room sits at the heart of the hotel, with bi-fold doors opening onto the courtyard, and seats 60 or holds 80 standing. The Public Bar has high bar seating and TV screens for 30 seated or 50 standing. The courtyard has a two-way fireplace, firepit nooks and an adjustable louvre roof, so it works in any weather. Its upper level seats 40 or holds 60, the lower level takes 80 standing, and the two together take up to 100 for cocktails. Minimum spends start at $2,000 for the Parlour or the Public Bar and reach $7,000 for the whole courtyard. Food ranges from canapé platters of 20 pieces to a pizza package at $50 per person, a two-course set menu at $55 per person and three courses from $70 per person. Wine can be brought in, up to six bottles at $20 a bottle, though spirits can't. Send an enquiry to arrange a tour with the functions manager, whether you are planning a corporate event, a Christmas party or a private celebration.
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Pricing
Food packages start at $50 per person for pizza, $55 per person for two courses and $70 per person for three. A $500 security deposit applies to large events and exclusive bookings.
Food
Seated functions can choose a pizza package with shared starters and salad, a two-course set menu or a three-course menu built with the functions manager. Dietary requirements can be catered for.
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Availability
Frequently asked questions
How many guests can the Sussex Hotel host?
The upper and lower courtyard together take up to 100 guests for cocktails. For a seated meal, the Dining Room seats up to 60.
What are the minimum spends?
The Parlour and the Public Bar are $2,000, and the Lounge Bar, Drawing Room and Upper Courtyard are $2,500. The Lower Courtyard is $5,000, the Dining Room $6,000 and the whole courtyard $7,000, with the same figure for day or night bookings.
What food packages are offered?
A pizza package with shared starters and salad is $50 per person, a two-course set menu is $55 per person and an example three-course menu is $70 per person. Canapé platters of 20 pieces can be ordered for cocktail events, and the chefs can adapt menus for dietary needs.
Can we bring our own wine?
Yes, up to six bottles of wine, with a $20 charge per bottle. Spirits can't be brought in.
Is a deposit needed?
Group bookings of 15 or more need a $100 deposit, and large events or exclusive bookings need a $500 security deposit. The deposit is returned for cancellations made a month ahead, and cancelling within two weeks forfeits it.
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Suitable occasions
Sophia
3 weeks ago
Only been here for their monthly Pudding Club which I absolutely love! Great roast dinner to start with followed by four themed desserts ("puddings"). Great event, lots of fun and voting for the runner adds a great socia…
Merilee Hobby
4 months ago
Staff were very friendly and service was excellent. Seating in the lounge was so comfortable on a cold winter's day. Everyone at our table (4) enjoyed their meal. The only downside was that it is pricey compared to so…
Kayla Kelly
4 months ago
I still haven't been here just to have lunch/dinner but most months I have been attending Pudding Night and it is such a fantastic and fun evening! The host and brain behind the event Lee is incredible and all the staff…
Janet
2 months ago
The Sussex Hotel has been beautifully renovated with a variety of dining spaces to suit different occasions. The restaurant has a modern, cosy feel with stylish fireplaces, while the covered beer garden stays surprisingl…
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