Melbourne Cup Day events in Sydney

Fashions on the field, food and wine are all synonymous with one thing – The Melbourne Cup Carnival. The time has come again to throw on your best frock and fascinator, suit and tie and tune in for the "race that stops the nation".

If you can't make it to Flemington this year, here's where you can celebrate Melbourne Cup Day in Sydney.

Restaurant Atelier

As a final hurrah Darren and Bernadette, the owners of Restaurant Atelier make the most of their remaining weeks in Glebe with a series of dining events. On Melbourne Cup Day Darren will serve up a casual spit-roast barbecue for revellers.

Details: Restaurant Atelier, 22 Glebe Point Road Glebe. For more information phone 02 9566 2112 or email eat@restaurantatelier.com.au.

The Paddington Inn

Put on your racing best and try your luck in a mystery trifecta at the Paddington Inn. For $55 enjoy a glass of sparkling wine with a two-course meal. Bookings essential.

Details: The Paddington Inn, 338 Oxford Street, Paddington, cost: $55 per head, to make a booking call 02 9380 5913 or email paddingtoninn@solotel.com.au.

The Argyle Exchange

Get the best seat in the house at the Argyle Exchange in The Rocks with one of their Cup Day packages at The Argyle, The Cut Bar & Grill or Sake Restaurant & Bar.

Details: ArgyleXchange – The Argyle, Sake Restaurant & Bar, The Cut Bar & Grill, 12-20 Argyle Street, The Rocks, Sydney. For more information see argylexchange.com.au.

Sydney Opera House

Sydney Opera House, catered by ARIA, will host its annual Melbourne Cup lunch in the Concert Hall's northern foyer. For $200 enjoy canapés and a glass of Taittinger Brut on arrival followed by a three-course lunch designed by Matt Moran and a beverage package of premium Australian wines and local beers. SkyTV coverage of race day at Flemington will be broadcast on screens throughout the foyer.

Details: Sydney Opera House Concert Hall Northern Foyer, 12.30pm to 4pm, cost: $220 per person, or $200 per person for tables of 10 or more. For bookings phone 02 8274 9600 or email events@ariacatering.com.au.

Chiswick

Chiswick will host a Melbourne Cup lunch with running commentary by Channel Nine Today reporter Sylvia Jeffreys. For $150 guests can enjoy a three-course set menu, including shared-plates, a glass of Taittinger Brut on arrival, coffee or tea, and petits fours. Screens will be set up for the race and sweeps will be running on the day. Fashion on the field prizes will feature throughout the afternoon.

Details: Chiswick, 65 Ocean Street, Woollahra, cost: $150 per person. For bookings call 02 8388 8688 or email info@chiswickrestaurant.com.au.

The Morrison

Join the Morrison for a four-course shared menu, plus a glass of Pommery bubbles on arrival.

Details: The Morrison Bar and Oyster Room, 225 George St, Sydney, cost $120. Contact bookings@themorrison.com.au or call 02 9247 6744 to book your preferred seating time, choose from 12.00pm, 12.15pm or 12.30pm.

Sokyo

Celebrate the Cup at Sokyo with a seven-course Japanese "Omakase" degustation from chef Chase Kojima. Includes complimentary bubbles on arrival.

Details: Sokyo, The Star 80 Pyrmont Street, Pyrmont. For more information visit the website, for reservations call 1800 700 700.

Sweethearts Rooftop BBQ

Big screens, sweeps, fashions on the field and a hearty barbecued feast.

Details: Sweethearts Rooftop BBQ, 33-37 Darlinghurst Rd, Potts Point, cost $100. For more information visit the website or call 02 9368 7333 to make a booking.

The Winery

Watch the race while enjoying a three-course meal with a glass of Veuve Cliquot on arrival. Lucky door and best dressed prizes will be awarded. The menu includes a Spencer Gulf prawn salad, lamb saddle or salmon cutlet, and a selection of desserts.

Details: The Winery, 285A Crown Street, Surry Hills, cost $120. For more information visit the website. For bookings call 02 8070 2424.

The Norfolk

Celebrate the Cup over a four-course feast including beer, wine and sparkling from 1pm-3pm. There are plenty of screens to watch the race and prizes for best dressed and hat.

Details: The Norfolk, 305 Cleveland Street, Surry Hills. For more information visit the website. For bookings phone 02 9699 3177 or email info@thenorfolk.co.

Bistro Bruno

As well as a $55 three-course lunch, each guest gains free entry into sweeps.

Details: Bistro Bruno, Beattie St Balmain, 9810 7707

The Glenmore

Enjoy the race with a view of the Harbour at the Glenmore Hotel. Kick-off is at noon and will include a lunch spread with live entertainment, sweepstakes and prizes for best dressed. Tickets: $119.

Details: The Glenmore, 96 Cumberland St The Rocks, 9247 4794