Ela Modern Bistro
ProHighlights
- Waterfront bistro on Trinity Inlet holding 130 seated or 190 standing
- Atrium for 90 seated and a private bar room next door for 60
- Two-course function lunches from $39 per person, banquets from $69
About Ela Modern Bistro
Ela Modern Bistro sits on the Marlin Parade waterfront in Cairns City, looking across Trinity Inlet and the harbour. Its share-friendly menu draws on seasonal produce, and its function team runs events from long lunches to evening cocktail parties. The venue mixes indoor rooms with alfresco seating along the water. Taken as a whole, it seats 130 or holds 190 standing, with a microphone, music and a private bar. The Atrium is the main function room, a glass-sided space with harbour outlooks that seats 90 or holds 130. Trinity Inlet Corner takes 40 seated or 60 standing, and smaller areas along the boardwalk and laneway suit tables of 10 to 20. Next Door Bar and Functions is a separate room with its own bar, seating 60 or holding 90 standing. It is set up for mid-size private events and corporate functions, either seated or as a canapé reception. Food options include share banquets, alternate-drop lunch and dinner menus for 10 to 30 guests, and cocktail-style canapé packages for up to 280. Drinks run on two- or three-hour packages, with a welcome cocktail or a bar tab as alternatives. There is no venue hire fee, but a minimum spend applies to exclusive use or full use of the Atrium and Trinity Inlet Corner. A deposit of 10 percent or $300, whichever is greater, secures the date.
Inclusions & amenities
Venue type
Budget
Food & drinks
Features
Facilities
Pricing
Share banquets, the Harbour Table and the Port Table, cost $69 and $89 per person. Standing canapé packages are $79 per person for 11 pieces or $99 per person for 15 pieces, with individual canapés also sold by the piece.
There is no venue hire fee, but a minimum spend applies to exclusive use and to full use of the main spaces. A deposit of 10 percent or $300, whichever is greater, secures the booking.
Food
Allergies and dietary needs can all be catered for. Set menus need a minimum of 10 people, and weekend groups of 15 or more choose from the set menus.
Beverages
Bar tabs can be set to a limit on a standard or premium list, or run as an open tab. Drinks packages need at least 15 guests.
Availability
Frequently asked questions
How many guests can Ela Modern Bistro hold?
Exclusive use of the venue seats 130 or holds 190 standing. The Atrium takes 90 seated or 130 standing, and Next Door Bar and Functions takes 60 seated or 90 standing.
What do function menus cost?
Two-course function lunches start at $39 per person and dinners at $59 per person, for groups of 10 to 30. Share banquets are $69 or $89 per person, and canapé packages are $79 or $99 per person.
What drinks packages are available?
Packages run for two or three hours, from $59 per person for the entry level up to $189 per person for the top tier. A welcome cocktail is $19 per person, and packages need at least 15 guests.
Is there a venue hire fee or deposit?
There is no venue hire fee, though a minimum spend applies to exclusive use and to full use of the larger spaces. A deposit of 10 percent or $300, whichever is greater, is required, with the balance due two weeks before the event.
Can dietary requirements be catered for?
Yes. The kitchen caters for allergies and dietary needs, including gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian and vegan options. Let the functions coordinator know your guests' needs ahead of the day.
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Katarzyna Wasyliszyn-Sieroszewska
3 weeks ago
We spent two wonderful evenings at Ela restaurant! The food was absolutely delicious, and the staff were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable about wines — especially the Italian waiter! A special thank you and warm gr…
Kate B.
a month ago
The lady who took care of us at ela is exceptionally good, service is fast, her knowledge about the food is great, she’s always smiling! Restaurant is busy and she’s handling heaps of tables, but she handled everything w…
Marisa Cid
4 months ago
I visited Ela Modern Bistro with a friend during my stay in Cairns, and it ended up being one of the best dining experiences of the trip. The restaurant has a fantastic location right by the waterfront, making it the per…
Corinne Johnson
5 months ago
Absolutely delicious dining experience. This was hands-down the most beautiful meal we have enjoyed for a long time. The flavours are incredible and we couldn’t fault a thing. Highly highly recommend the Alicante Table.…
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