FUNCTIONS & EVENTS
Located in the heart of Darling Harbour, The Watershed Hotel & Cohibar
boast unrivalled views of Darling Harbour and the city skyline.
Relax as our experienced team look after your guests with a delicious range of canapes, experience stations and seated dining options created by Executive Chef, Dion Green,
matched with our diverse beverage selection of beer, wine and spirits.
We have a variety of unique spaces available, each with their own aspect of Darling Harbour, providing the perfect setting for your event. As the night winds down, the Watershed and Cohibar comes alive! We have a 24 hour licence 7 days a week, so no matter what the time of your event, we are ready to party.
Call for further details Monday to Friday from 9am-5pm to speak to our specialist Event Coordinators
(02) 9282 9444
Or complete and download our function form to provide details of your request.
All Functions are subject to a minimum spend. We can cater for groups up to 300 people (subject to Government COVID Restrictions). All food and beverage purchases go towards this minimum spend.
Minimum spends vary depending on the time of year & the day of the week.
THE WATERSHED HOTEL
The Watershed Hotel sits just above the promenade of Darling Harbour giving it a true waterfront feel.
We offer a wide variety of spaces to hold your function.
The Watershed can be hired exclusively for larger functions.
Hire of both Watershed & Cohibar can accommodate groups of 600 or more.
There is an external staircase joining both venues.
EXCLUSIVE
200 - 450 Guests
Watershed can be hired exclusively for large functions.
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ENTERTAINMENT AREA
80 - 100 Guests
Caters up to 100 guests for standing events. High cocktail tables available. Contains data projector, large screen and pool table. Theatre style seating option. Also can be connected to Banquettes to accommodate larger groups.
BANQUETTES
20 - 50 Guests
Caters for 20 to 50 guests seated and standing. This area overlooks the Entertainment Area and internal bar space. Ideal for smaller groups, drinks, canapes or bottle service bookings later in the night on weekends.
COCKLE BAY TERRACE
20 - 60 Guests
The terrace overlooks Darling Harbour towards Cockle Bay and the central CBD. Caters for 20 to 60 guests standing and is an outside space with limited covered area. This area can be combined with the Banquettes (see above) to accommodate groups of up to 100 guests.
HARBOUR TERRACE
20 - 60 Guests
The Harbour Terrace overlooks Darling Harbour towards the northern city skyline. It caters for 20 to 60 guests and is external with a large glass awning covering most of the area. The area is multi use with the option of stand up events or seated dining.
COHIBAR
Sitting above The Watershed, Cohibar offers guests a variety of spaces with views of Darling Harbour and the city skyline. Cohibar is the ideal venue to host a more intimate event, birthdays and social gatherings, hens parties, corporate events and team building.
EXCLUSIVE
100 - 230 Guests
Cohibar can be hired exclusively for larger functions.
THE LOUNGE
40 - 60 Guests
Located adjacent to the Terrace, the indoor Lounge is a great space for smaller gatherings of up to 50 guests. Contains data projector and screen for presentations and links to the sound-system for audio visual or speeches. This area has a DJ booth and makes a great dance floor as the night picks up.
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THE LOFT
15 - 30 Guests
The Loft is the perfect space for a private gathering including small corporate meetings, presentations, training and parties. Ideal for Hen's nights and private karaoke. Can cater up to 30 guests.
HALF-TERRACE
30 - 45 Guests
The Half Terrace is a stunning outdoor area with cover, making it ideal in any weather for up to 50 guests. Can combine with the Lounge to accommodate 100 guests. It has uninterrupted harbour views.
FUNCTION PACKAGES
CANAPE MENU
Minimum order of 20 pieces per selection apply
All canapes must be ordered and paid prior to the event day
Cold Canapes - $4 per piece
Tomato bruschetta w/ basil & bocconcini (v, vg)
Assorted sushi (salmon, chicken & avocado) (v, vg)
Mixed vegetable frittata (v)
Zucchini crostini w/ mint & onion (v,vg)
Polenta bites w/ sun-dried tomato & olives (vg)
Tuna tomato crostini w/ capers & chives
Pork tartlet w/ teriyaki marinade, shallot & sesame
Hot Canapes - $4.5 per piece
Caramelised onion cheese puff (v)
Pork polpette meatball w/ tomato sauce
Italian seaweed fritters (v,vg)
CHicken skewer w/ minted yoghurt
Prawn twisters w/ Namjim & coriander
Mini beef pie w/ tomato chutney
Homemade port and fennel sausage rolls
Arancini $4.5 per piece
Pumpkin & parmesan arancini (v)
Mushroom & parmesan arancini (v)
Bolognese arancini
Chorizo & cheese arancini
Ravioli $5 per piece
Spinach, feta & ricotta ravioli (v)
Beetroot, feta & ricotta ravioli (v)
Beef & tomato ravioli
Roast duck & ginger ravioli
Prawn & crab ravioli w/ black caviar (add $1)
Premium Canapes - $5.5 per piece
Smoked salmon baguette w/ sour cream
Crab & herb tartlet
BBQ beef skewer w/ house bbq sauce
Peking duck panckes w/ chive & hoisin
Szechwan fried prawn cutlet
Substantial Canapes
Fish & Chip Box $8
Beef Slider $6.5
Peri-Peri Chicken Slider $6.5
Butter chicken curry box w/ rice $8
Vegetable noodle box $8.5
Buffalo Wings (2) & chips $8
Dessert Canapes $4.5 per piece
Chocolate dipped strawberry
Chocolate brownie
Mixed berry cheesecake
Churros w/ chocolate sauce
Frozen Tiramisu
Platters
French Fries $35 (v, df)
Wedges $35 (v, gf)
Buffalo Wings $50 (df)
Fruit Platter $60 (v, df, gf)
Cheese Platter $80 (v)
Antipasto $80
Bar board - $58
3 COURSE MENU
$50PP
Garlic bread to share
Entrée
Mushroom Arancini w/ three cheese and aioli
Crumbed Calamari w/ lemon and tartare
Grilled Chorizo and Haloumi w/ herb oil and lemon
Main
Crispy Skin Salmon w/ fennel, dill, couscous, yoghurt and lemon
Grilled Rump Steak 200g w/ green beans and chimichurri sauce
Spinach and Ricotta Ravioli w/ tomato sugo sauce, parmesan and basil oil
Dessert
Housemade Tiramisu w/ coffee and cream
Warm Churros w/ chocolate sauce and ice cream
FEAST DINING MENU
All menu to share - Minimum of 8 guests
Classic $49
Entrées
Mushroom arancini w/ garlic aioli & parmesan
Antipasto of selected salumi w/ sun-dried tomato, olives, capsicum & grissini
Spinach, feta & ricotta ravioli w/ tomato sugo, basil & parmesan
Mains
Porchetta pork belly w/ fennel salad & cauliflower puree
Spatchcock chicken w/ heirloom carrots & chervil
Sides
Chips & aioli
Rocket & parmesan salad
Dessert
Churros dusted in cinnamon sugar w/ strawberries, vanilla bean ice cream & chocolate sauce
Deluxe $69
Entrées
Mushroom arancini w/ garlic aioli & parmesan
Antipasto of selected salumi w/ sundried tomato, olives, capsicum & grissini
Spinach, feta & ricotta ravioli w/ sugo, basil & parmesan
Fried calamari & zucchini w/ lemon @ aioli
Mains
Porchetta pork belly w/ fennel salad & cauliflower puree
Spatchcock chicken w/ heirloom carrots & chervil
T-bone 1kg Bistecca Fiorentina w/ lemon & red wine jus
Sides
Chips & aioli
Rocket & parmesan salad
Sauteed green beans & garlic w/ almonds
Dessert
Churros dusted in cinnamon sugar w/ strawberries, vanilla bean ice cream & chocolate sauce
House made Tiramisu
Upgrades
Garlic bread $4 per person
Cheese platters $10 per person
EXPERIENCE STATIONS
Serving 2 hours
Oyster Bar $25 per person
Chef opening fresh oysters
Live Pacific & Sydney Rock Oysters
Selection of sauces & condiments
Charcuterie & Cheese Bar $15 per person
Selection of European & local cheeses
Cured meats, dry and fresh fruit, chutney,
bread & crackers
Build Your Own Burger Bar $15 per person
Full time BBQ chef
Choice of beef patties or grilled chicken
Selection of salads, condiments & cheese
Only available in an outdoor space
Vegetarian options available
Build Your Own Taco Bar $15 per person
Full time BBQ chef
Choice of chicken, pulled pork, battered fish
or falafel (Choose 2)
Soft tortillas
Chipotle aioli slaw
Selection of condiments
Only available in an outdoor space
Paella Bar
$20 per person chicken & chorizo
$20 per person vegetarian
$25 per person seafood & chorizo
Full time paella chef
Giant paella pan & burner
Cooked in a white wine & saffron reduction
Seafood contains chorizo, prawns, squid, mussels & octopus
Only available in an outdoor space
Minimum orders of 50 guests apply
Must be ordered with a minimum of 4 canapes choices
Maximum of 2 stations per event. Set up fee $250
WATERSHED BEVERAGE PACKAGES
Classic
2hrs $39pp | 3hrs $49pp | 4hrs $59pp
Local Tap Beer: Carlton Draught, VB, Pure Blonde, Carlton Dry, Bulmer's Original Cider
Low Alcohol: Cascade Light, Great Northern Super Crisp
Moore's Creek NV Sparkling Brut
Moore's Creek Semillon Sauvignon Blanc
Moore's Creek Shiraz Blend
Beyond Broke Rose
Soft Drinks and Juice
Deluxe
2hrs $45pp | 3hrs $55pp | 4hrs $65pp
Craft Tap Beer: Fat Yak Range, 4 Pines Range, Pirate Life Range
Local Tap Beer: Carlton Draught, VB, Pure Blonde, Carlton Dry, Bullmer's Original Cide
Low Alcohol: Cascade Light, Great Northern Super Crisp
Moore's Creek NV Sparkling Brut
Moore's Creek Semillon Sauvignon Blanc | Vidal Estate Chardonnay
Beyond Broke Rose
Villa Maria Private Bin Pinot Noir | Moore's Creek Shiraz
Soft Drinks and Juice
Premium
2hrs $59pp | 3hrs $69pp | 4hrs $79pp
Imported Tap Beer: Asani, Peroni, Stella Artois, Bottled Corona
Craft Tap Beer: Fat Yak Range, 4 Pines Range, Pirate Life Range
Local Tap Beer: Carlton Draught, VB, Pure Blonde, Carlton Dry, Bulmer's Orginal Cider
Low Alcohol: Cascade Light, Great Northern Super Crisp
La Maschera Prosecco
Villa Maria Two Valleys Sauvignon Blanc | Vidal Estate Chardonnay
Beyond Broke Rose
Villa Maria Pinot Noir | Tyrrell's Rufus Stone Shiraz
Soft Drinks and Juice
Mini Cocktails On Arrival $10
Mojito, Margarita, Aperol Spritz
Pina Colada or Strawberry Daquiri Frozen Cocktail
COHIBAR BEVERAGE PACKAGES
Deluxe
2hrs $45pp | 3hrs $55pp | 4hrs $65pp
Domestic Tap Beer: Fat Yak Range, Pure Blonde, Bottled Cider
Low Alcohol: Cascade Light
Moore's Creek NV Sparkling Brut
Moore's Creek Semillon Sauvignon Blanc
Vidal Estate Chardonnay
Beyond Broke Rose
Villa Maria Private Bin Pinot Noir
Moore's Creek Shiraz
Soft Drinks and Juice
Premium
2hrs $59pp | 3hrs $69pp | 4hrs $79pp
Imported Tap Beer: Asani, Peroni, Bottled Corona
Domestic Tap Beer: Fat Yak Range, Pure Blonde, Bottled Cider
Low Alcohol: Cascade Light
La Maschera Prosecco
Villa Maria Two Valleys Sauvignon Blanc
Vidal Estate Chardonnay
Villa Maria Pinot Noir
Tyrrell's Rufus Stone Shiraz
Beyond Broke Rose
Soft Drinks and Juice
Mini Cocktails on Arrival $10
Mojito, Margarita, Aperol Spritz
Pina Colada or Strawberry Daquiri Frozen Cocktail
EXPERIENCE ENHANCERS
Give your event that extra something special! Download our functions pack for other options
DJ
Keep the party going with one of our DJ's who can cater to any occasion and re $100 per hour for a minimum 3 hours.
Wait Staff
Why walk up to the bar to get a drink when our friendly staff can do it for you? Service wait staff are $40 per hour for a minimum of 3 hours.
Photographer
Capture every moment with your own photographer! Our photographers can be hired for $90 per hour. Minimum of 4 hours.
Cakes
The venue can organise special occasion cakes upon request. You can also bring our own cake yourself. We'll provide a cake table, napkins, plates and a knife for you to cut your cake. Cakeage is $2.50 per person.
Security
For every 100 guests attending you are required to engage a security guard for the duration of your event for your security and safety of your guests. Security guards are $50 per hour for a minimum of 4 hours. Additional fees may apply for Saturdays, Sundays and Public Holidays. Security are always required for 18th and 21st birthdays.
MASTERCLASSES
Looking for a unique experience? Try our cigar or cocktail masterclasses!
Intro to Cigars – $79pp*
Enjoy a one hour interactive cigar tutorial covering the cigar basics including the history of cigars, tobacco growing regions, the cigar making process and most importantly, cigar appreciation! Ticket price includes the tutorial, a delicious mojito on arrival and 1 x cigar.
Cigar & Rum or Whisky Tasting- $99pp*
This one hour session covers the cigar basics as well as delving into the exciting world of either rum or whisky. Ticket price includes a 1 hour interactive tutorial, 1 x cigar paired with 2 x tastings of either rum or whisky.
Cocktail Masterclass - $75pp*
Cohibar is proud to employ some of the best and ‘liquid chefs’ in Sydney. If you’re looking for a group activity that is fun, yet informative then this is the activity for you.
The Masterclass includes a two hour practical tutorial from one of our top mixologists, a simple guide to basic cocktails and assisted preparation of two of your own cocktails along with a delicious selection of the chef’s own canapes.
