Sydney Showboat II
Unique theatre style function boat
This Sydney icon doubles as a theatre-style function venue, with a dazzling cabaret show to spice up your evening charters. Choose for weddings, corporate functions or birthdays!
Min Guests 120
Max Guests 450
About This Boat
Sydney Showboats is a stunning New Orleans-style paddlewheeler with 35 years of expertise on Sydney Harbour. This theatre-style event boat has cathedral windows, a stage and three large interior dining areas with a flexible layout. Sydney Showboat is also known for staging Australia’s longest-running cabaret, ‘Voyage of Love’, which features talented songstresses, follies and dancers. There’s no doubt, that an event which has a show included will impress your guests! We have a friendly crew on board who will be aboard to make sure all our guests are satisfied throughout the cruise.
Contact our charter team who will help you choose a cruise package that suits yours budget and needs for the event. Ask for a tailored quote if you wish to have it customised based on your taste. The Showboat also has a private deck which is apt for hosting small events. Whichever package you choose, we guarantee you the best experience that stands a class apart from the rest of the event venues in Sydney. Book your cruise today!
Boat Capacity
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525
Licensed
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400
Seated & Served
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400
Buffet & Seated
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450
Cocktail Style
Boat Features
- Theatre style event boat with stage
- 3 large interior dining areas with flexible layout
- Authentic paddle wheeler venue with contemporary interior
- Fully-equipped bar and lounge facilities
- Auditorium style interior with mezzanine level
- Purpose-built stage with a full audio-visual suite
- Cathedral windows with wrap around verandas
- Multilingual and experienced staff
- Designated smoking area
*Indicative menu pricing will be price per guest
Click on the menu name to see full details
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Popular 3-Course Set Menu
Popular 3-Course Set Menu
ENTRÉE SHARING PLATTER
Smoked salmon ceviche with avocado, heirloom tomato (DF,GF,SF) [ I ]
Scallops with lime and pepper crumb (GF, SF) [ I ]
Endive radicchio and prawn salad, dressed with balsamic glaze [ I ]
MAIN COURSE - Alternative Serve
Mediterranean Spiced Breast of Chicken
Crispy chat potatoes, honey glaze Dutch carrots and tender broccolini with rich mushroom sauce
OR
Herb-crusted Salmon Steak (SF) [ I ]
Crispy chat potatoes, Moroccan spice steamed broccolini, and sauce Vierge with lemon.
DESSERT - Alternative Serve
Wattle seed cheesecake (N)
Wattle seed, dulce de leche
OR
Hawaii Island
Roasted pineapple mélange with vanilla mousse & rose-infused watermelon (N)
Dietary & Allergen Information:
Vegetarian (V) | Vegan (VE) | Gluten Free (GF) | Dairy Free (DF) | Contains Nuts (N) | Seafood (SF)
Seafood Labelling
[ A ] Australian, [ I ] Imported, [ M ] Mixed
Requests for dietary substitutions and modifications of menus will be politely declined, as our kitchen is not allergen free. We cannot guarantee that certain products or ingredients will not be in our food, and we explicitly accept no liability in this regard.
* Indicative menu only. Items may be subject to change at any time without notice
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Popular Buffet Menu
Popular Buffet Menu
SALADS BAR
Beetroot, feta and orange salad with cayenne and orange blossom vinaigrette (GF,V)
Roasted Japanese pumpkin and pearl barley salad and honey mustard dressing (VE)
Shaved cabbage with manchego, capers and currants (GF,N,V)
Parisian carrot and chickpea salad (DF,GF,VE)
Apple and chicory salad with walnuts and blue cheese dressing (GF,N,V)
Prawn vermicelli salad (DF,GF,N) [ I ]
Platter of honey baked ham (DF, GF)
Platter of Hungarian salami (DF, GF)
Selection of cheeses and condiments (V)
Bread rolls and butter (N,V)
BUFFET HOT SELECTION
Mediterranean Fish Bake (DF,GF,SF) [ I ]
Grilled fish fillets with tomatoes, lemon and spring onion
Homemade Beef Lasagna
Classic Italian layered pasta with beef ragout, rosemary, bechamel sauce and mozzarella cheese
Traditional Butter Chicken (GF,N)
Tender chicken fillets simmered in classic butter chicken sauce
Pasta Basilico (N,V)
Pasta with rocket and tomato in basil pesto sauce
Root Vegetable Roast with Italian Herbs (DF, GF, V)
Seasonal root vegetables oven-roasted with garlic, olive oil, and Italian herbs
Oriental Vegetable Fried Rice (DF,GF, VE)
Fried jasmine rice, diced vegetables & edamame beans
DESSERT
Tiramisu (N,V)
Espresso, mascarpone, ladyfinger cake
Fruit Salad (DF,GF,VE)
Dietary & Allergen Information:
Vegetarian (V) | Vegan (VE) | Gluten Free (GF) | Dairy Free (DF) | Contains Nuts (N) | Seafood (SF)
Seafood Labelling
[ A ] Australian, [ I ] Imported, [ M ] Mixed
Requests for dietary substitutions and modifications of menus will be politely declined, as our kitchen is not allergen free.
We cannot guarantee that certain products or ingredients will not be in our food, and we explicitly accept no liability in this regard.* Indicative menu only. Items may be subject to change at any time without notice
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Deluxe 4-Course Menu
Deluxe 4-Course Menu
CANAPES
Chef’s choice of 3 canapes
ENTRÉE – Please choose 2 items for alternate serve
Roast breast of duck with red cabbage and beetroot (GF)
Grilled calamari with broad bean puree, snow peas, chicory, endive, garlic and capers (GF,SF) [ I ]
Smoked salmon and prawn ceviche, avocado, chives and tomato salsa (DF,GF,SF) [ I ]
Chef’s loaded chicken caesar salad*
Cauliflower steak with wilted kale, chickpeas, romesco and heirloom medley (DF,GF,VE)
Butterflied U8 king prawns with garlic butter and parsley (GF,SF) (additional $16.50pp) [ I ]
MAIN COURSE – Please choose 2 items for alternate serve
Oven-roasted chicken breast with broccolini, baby carrots and mushroom sauce
Red emperor barramundi with parsley, garlic and pine nuts (N,SF) [ I ]
Herb-crumbed salmon fillet with heirloom tomato salad (N,SF) [ I ]
Fresh beetroot ravioli, pine nuts, edamame and beurre blanc (N,V)
Potato gnocchi with asparagus spears, chilli, garlic and olive oil (DF,VE)
Butter roasted kipfler potatoes, broccolini, heirloom baby carrots and rosemary jus (GF) (GF) (additional $27.50pp)
Grilled lamb cutlets (3) with mash, broad beans, peas and minted ricotta (GF) (additional $22.50pp)
SWEET FLAVOURS – Please choose 2 items for alternate serve
Fruit of the forest pavlova with crème Chantilly, meringue and strawberry coulis (GF,V)
Passionfruit sable with almond praline, honey and strawberry syrup (N,V)
Salted caramel and popcorn log with crème fraiche and strawberry (N,V)
Pistachio dome with vanilla custard sauce and fresh raspberries (N,V)
Oreo cheesecake with tropical fruits, passionfruit and candied macadamia (N,V)
Kaffir lime bavarois with pomegranate (N,V)
Classic opera cake (N,V)
Hawaii island (N,V)
*Caesar salad is available as vegetarian or halal (without bacon) on request.
Dietary & Allergen Information:
Vegetarian (V), Vegan (VE), Gluten Free (GF), Dairy Free (DF), Contains Nuts (N), Seafood (SF)
Seafood Labelling
[ A ] Australian, [ I ] Imported, [ M ] Mixed
Requests for dietary substitutions and modifications of menus will be politely declined, as our kitchen is not allergen free.
We cannot guarantee that certain products or ingredients will not be in our food, and we explicitly accept no liability in this regard
* Indicative menu only. Items may be subject to change at any time without notice
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Canape & Mini Buffet Menu
Canape & Mini Buffet Menu
CANAPES
Harbour Canapes
Please choose 6 items
Huon Valley Smoked salmon tartlets (SF) [ I ]
Panko calamari with wasabi mayo (DF, SF) [ I ]
Beef ragout pies
Korean BBQ chicken drumettes
Thai beef salad on cucumber (GF, DF)
Tomato bruschetta on ciabatta (VG)
Crispy tofu bites (DF, V)
Mushroom arancini (V)
Spinach and feta spanakopita (V)
Italian meatballs in Napoli sauce (GF)
Lamb souvlaki skewers with tzatziki (GF)
Chicken satay skewers with peanut sauce (GF)
Prawn and chorizo skewers (GF) [ I ]
Vegetable and tofu spring rolls with sweet chilli sauce (VG)
Mushroom and leek vol au vents (V)
Wagyu brisket sliders with slaw
Roma tomato and avocado tartlets (V)
Punjabi samosas with tamarind chutney (V)
Halloumi sliders with pesto and tomato (V)
Steamed prawn gyoza with ponzu (GF, DF) [ I ]
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MINI BUFFET
Please choose 4 hot selections
Mediterranean Fish Bake (DF,GF,SF) [ I ]
Grilled fish fillets with tomatoes, lemon and spring onion
Homemade Beef Lasagna
Classic Italian layered pasta with beef ragout, rosemary, bechamel sauce and mozzarella cheese
Traditional Butter Chicken (GF,N)
Tender chicken fillets simmered in classic butter chicken sauce
Pasta Basilico (N,V)
Pasta with rocket and tomato in basil pesto sauce
Root Vegetable Roast with Italian Herbs (DF, GF, V)
Seasonal root vegetables oven-roasted with garlic, olive oil, and Italian herbs
Oriental Vegetable Fried Rice (DF,GF, VE)
Fried jasmine rice, diced vegetables and edamame beans
Bread rolls and butter
Dietary & Allergen Information:
Vegetarian (V), Vegan (VE), Gluten Free (GF), Dairy Free (DF), Contains Nuts (N), Seafood (SF)
Seafood Labelling
[ A ] Australian, [ I ] Imported, [ M ] Mixed
Requests for dietary substitutions and modifications of menus will be politely declined, as our kitchen is not allergen free.
We cannot guarantee that certain products or ingredients will not be in our food, and we explicitly accept no liability in this regard.* Indicative menu only. Items may be subject to change at any time without notice
*Indicative beverage pricing will be price per guest per hour
Click on the beverage title to see full details
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Harbour Beverage Package
Harbour Beverage Package
BEER
Heineken (Lager)
Bondi Beer (Lager)
James Boag's Premium ( Light lager)
Heineken 0.0
WINES
The Riddle Brut Reserve (Sparkling)
Angas Sparkling Moscato
Hardy’s Sauvignon Blanc
The Riddle Shiraz
JUICES & SOFT DRINKS
San Pellegrino Sparkling Mineral Water
Apple Juice | Orange Juice
Coca Cola | Coke No Sugar | Sprite | Ginger Ale
* Indicative beverage only. Items may be subject to change at any time without notice
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Premium Wine & House Spirit Package
Premium Wine & House Spirit Package
SPIRITS WITH MIXERS
Skyy Vodka
Gordon’s Gin
Bacardi Rum
Bundaberg Rum
Jim Beam
Johnnie Walker Red
BEER
Heineken (Lager)
Bondi Beer (Lager)
James Boag's Premium ( Light lager)
Heineken 0.0
WINES
(Please choose 2 white or rose wines from below)
Collectors Shoreline Rose (Hilltops, NSW)
Jimmy Barry 'Watervale' Riesling (Clare Valley, SA)
Sassafras Fiano (Hilltops, NSW)
Mercer Pinot Grigio (Hilltops, NSW)
Saint Clair Sauvignon Blanc (Marlborough, NZ)
Brokenwood Semillon (Hunter Valley, NSW)
TarraWarra Chardonnay (Yarra Valley, VIC)
(Please choose 2 red wines from below)
Vinden Gamay (Hunter Valley, NSW)
Dalrymple Estate Pinot Noir (Piper’s River, TAS)
Mercer Malbec (Hilltops, NSW)
Mallaluka Nero d'Avola (Gundagai, NSW)
Di Renzo Cabernet (Orange, NSW)
Collector Wines ‘Orchard’ Shiraz (Hilltops, NSW)
Jim Barry 'The McRae Wood' Shiraz (Clare Valley, SA)
JUICES & SOFT DRINKS
San Pellegrino Sparkling Mineral Water
Apple Juice | Orange Juice
Coca Cola | Coke No Sugar | Sprite | Ginger Ale
We strictly do not permit any alcohol to be brought on board for consumption. Any discussions with our representatives should not be construed as an acceptance to bring alcohol of any nature on board for any event or function. In line with our Responsible Service of Alcohol policy, such requests will be refused politely.
Australian Cruise Group strictly adheres to NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol guidelines. This is not an unlimited beverage package. We request our guests to drink responsibly, enjoy alcoholic beverages in moderation and consistent with the concept of the cruise. You will be refused service by our crew on board at their absolute discretion if you do not comply with any reasonable request consistent with the NSW liquor license regulations and our house policy.* Indicative beverage only. Items may be subject to change at any time without notice
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Non-Alcoholic Beverage Package
Non-Alcoholic Beverage Package
NON-ALCOHOLIC BEER
Heineken 0.0 (0% beer)
JUICES & SOFT DRINKS
San Pellegrino Sparkling Mineral Water
Apple Juice | Orange Juice
Coca Cola | Coke No Sugar | Sprite | Ginger Ale
We strictly do not permit any alcohol to be brought on board for consumption. Any discussions with our representatives should not be construed as an acceptance to bring alcohol of any nature on board for any event or function. In line with our Responsible Service of Alcohol policy, such requests will be refused politely.
Australian Cruise Group strictly adheres to NSW Responsible Service of Alcohol guidelines. This is not an unlimited beverage package. We request our guests to drink responsibly, enjoy alcoholic beverages in moderation and consistent with the concept of the cruise. You will be refused service by our crew on board at their absolute discretion if you do not comply with any reasonable request consistent with the NSW liquor license regulations and our house policy.* Indicative beverage only. Items may be subject to change at any time without notice
From $1,200 /hr
Unique theatre style function boat
This Sydney icon doubles as a theatre-style function venue, with a dazzling cabaret show to spice up your evening charters. Choose for weddings, corporate functions or birthdays!
Min Guests 120
Max Guests 450