Sociali Trattoria & Bar
ProHighlights
- Group menus for parties of 11 up to 40 guests
- Alternate drop menus at $78 for two courses or $95 for three
- Handmade pasta and stone-baked pizza with local produce
About Sociali Trattoria & Bar
Sociali Trattoria & Bar is an Italian restaurant on level one of a hotel on Smythe Street in Geelong, close to the waterfront. It opens from breakfast through to late evening, seven days a week. The dining room mixes deep red banquettes and walls with timber tables, framed prints and a bar lined with bottles. Large windows at one end let in daylight from the street side. Group bookings run from 11 guests up to 40. Tables are treated as individual tables, with layouts set according to the size of the group and the room. The kitchen makes its pasta by hand and stone-bakes pizzas on dough fermented for 48 hours. Seasonal dishes draw on growers from around Geelong and the Bellarine. On Sunday to Thursday, groups of 11 to 20 order from a dedicated à la carte group menu. On Friday and Saturday nights, groups of that size share a chef's selection, and larger groups of 21 to 40 order an alternate drop menu with 48 hours' notice. Behind the bar are regional wines, limited releases, cocktails and drinks without alcohol. The team hosts birthday dinners, corporate lunches and celebrations of all kinds.
Inclusions & amenities
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Food & drinks
Features
Pricing
From Sunday to Thursday, groups of 11 to 20 order from an à la carte group menu priced by dish. A 15% surcharge applies on Sundays and public holidays.
Food
Low gluten and vegetarian options are marked, and dietary requirements should be raised before the booking.
Beverages
Availability
Frequently asked questions
How large a group can Sociali take?
Group menus cover parties of 11 to 40 guests. Groups of 21 to 30 can pre-order, and groups of 21 to 40 can take the alternate drop menu with 48 hours' notice.
How much is the group menu?
The alternate drop menu for 21 to 40 guests is $78 a head for two courses or $95 for three. On Friday and Saturday, groups of 11 to 20 share a chef's menu at $95 a head, with dessert an extra $15.
What is on the alternate drop menu?
Groups select up to two antipasti, two mains, two sides and two desserts. Choices include kingfish crudo, house-made pappardelle with slow-braised goat, grass-fed scotch fillet and gnocchi with burnt butter.
Are there any surcharges?
Yes. A 15% surcharge applies to the total bill on Sundays and public holidays. The restaurant is cashless.
Can dietary needs be catered for?
Yes. Low gluten and vegetarian dishes are marked on the menus, and the kitchen asks to be told about dietary requirements ahead of time.
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Delila Krasic
a month ago
We’ve dined here as a group on multiple occasions and have always had a great experience. The food is consistently delicious, portions are good, and the prices are reasonable. Service has also been consistently friendly…
Treesa George
5 months ago
Truly delicious food with great presentation and outstanding service. Highly recommended!
Elias Razzouk
6 months ago
I had high expectations for the Crowne Plaza, and they certainly delivered. This is easily the perfect breakfast buffet. The variety of dishes is fantastic and everything is beautifully presented. I was particularly i…
Sharon Blair
3 months ago
Not my first rodeo at this restaurant. The food is consistently good as is the service. Like anything, it depends on who you get on the night but MY experience thus far has been excellent.
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