Melbourne Cup
Watch the big race in style, overlooking Sydney Harbour at Foys.
This Melbourne Cup Day, swap the city crowds for Sydney Harbour and settle in for an afternoon of great food, flowing drinks, race-day fashion and all the action live from Flemington.
Choose our three-course shared banquet from 12pm, or enjoy a selection of Foys favourites from our reduced à la carte menu from 1pm.
Dress for the occasion and indulge in a long lunch overlooking the harbour, with the big race screening live, Cup sweeps, our Fashion on the Field competition and plenty of race-day atmosphere.
See what’s on below…
Melbourne Cup Banquet Lunch | $95 per person
(Bookings from 12pm)
Settle in for the afternoon in our waterfront Dining Room and enjoy our thoughtfully curated three-course shared banquet while we bring you all the action live from Flemington.
Your Cup Day Experience Includes
Table for the afternoon overlooking Sydney Harbour
Glass of sparkling on arrival
Three-course shared banquet menu
Melbourne Cup and race-day coverage live on the big screen
Cup sweeps
Fashion on the Field competition with multiple prizes up for grabs
Race-day festivities throughout the afternoon
Reduced À La Carte Lunch
(Available from 1pm)
Prefer to choose your own? Celebrate Melbourne Cup with our reduced à la carte menu, featuring a selection of Foys favourites.
Enjoy the flexibility to choose your own dishes while soaking up the race-day atmosphere, with live race coverage, Cup sweeps and Fashion on the Field.
Please note: Our reduced à la carte menu is available from 1pm. Our full à la carte menu will not be available on Melbourne Cup Day.
Dining Upgrades
Elevate your Cup Day experience with extra indulgences for the table.
Sydney Rock Oysters (6 pcs) | $44
Classic mignonette, fresh lemon (a, gf, df)Premium Cold and Hot Seafood Platter | $130
East 33 Rock Oysters, Tiger King Prawns, King Salmon Sashimi, Calamari, Battered Fish. Served with fries, tartare, aioli, salad & herbs.Nero Chocolate Mud Cake | $12 per slice
Rich and decadent with chocolate ganache, dark chocolate shards
Add-ons are pre order only, available to select when you book your table
Fashion on the Field
Come dressed to impress in your best Cup Day fashion
Show of your race day glamour in our Fashion on the Field competition. Whether you’ve planned your outfit for months or simply know how to pull together a great race-day look, everyone is welcome to enter.
We have multiple prizes up for grabs across a selection of categories
Make a Day of It on the Harbour
Whether it’s your annual Cup Day tradition, a team lunch or simply an excuse to dress up and spend the afternoon by the harbour, gather your crew and make a day of it at Foys.
With waterfront dining, the races live on the big screen, Cup sweeps, Fashion on the Field and plenty happening throughout the afternoon, there’s no better place to settle in for the race that stops the nation.
Bookings are essential as seating is limited.
Reserve your table early to secure your spot and join us on Sydney Harbour for Melbourne Cup Day 2026.
Why Dine With Us?
Located in the heart of Kirribilli, Foys offers a truly unique waterfront dining experience. With heritage charm, warm hospitality, and views over Sydney Harbour, it’s the perfect spot for relaxed dinners, catch-ups with friends, or casual date nights.
Whether you're a local or visiting the area, Foys brings together great food, great deals, and even better vibes every day of the week.
