FUNCTIONS & EVENTS
In the heart of Darling Harbour, The Watershed Hotel & Cohibar
boast unrivalled views of Darling Harbour and the city skyline.
Let 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, 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.
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
with a wide variety of spaces to hold your function.
The Watershed can be hired exclusively for functions of 200-450 guests.
Hire of both Watershed & Cohibar can accommodate groups of 600 or more.
There is an external staircase joining both venues.
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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 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
Cohibar can be hired exclusively for groups of 100-230 guests,
subject to any government restrictions.

THE LOUNGE
40 - 60 Guests
Located adjacent to the Terrace, the indoor Lounge is a great space for smaller gatherings. 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.

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 for a minimum 5 business days before your event
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
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
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
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
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)
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
3 COURSE SET MENU
Guests select an option from each course on arrival
$50PP
Garlic bread to share on arrival
ENTRÉES
Crumbed calamari w lemon and tartare
Buddha Bowl (vegan) w roast sweet potato, cumin fried chickpeas, Spanish onion, broccolini, turmeric and maple tahini dressing
MAINS
Pan-fried Barramundi fillet w warm potato salad, caponata and fried capers
Rump Steak w chips and choice of sauce
Spinach, feta & ricotta ravioli w/ sugo, basil & parmesan (vegetarian)
DESSERT
Churros w/ strawberries, chocolate sauce and vanilla bean ice-cream (vegetarian)
Lemon meringue tart w candied lemon (vegetarian)
SHARED DINING MENU
All menu items are to share - Minimum of 8 guests
Upgrades: Garlic bread $4 per person / Cheese platters $10 per person
CLASSIC | $49
ENTREES
Crumbed calamari w lemon and tartare
Antipasto of selected salumi w/ sun-dried tomato, olives, capsicum & grissini
Buddha Bowl w roast sweet potato, cumin fried chickpeas, Spanish onion, broccolini, turmeric and maple tahini dressing (vegan)
MAINS
Pan-fried Barramundi fillet w warm potato salad, caponata and fried capers
Rump Steak w chips and choice of sauce
Spinach, feta & ricotta ravioli w/ sugo, basil & parmesan (vegetarian)
SIDES
Chips & aioli
Garden Salad
DESSERT
Churros w/ strawberries, vanilla bean ice cream & chocolate sauce
DELUXE | $69
ENTRÉES
Teriyaki Beef Skewers w sesame and spiral radish
Antipasto of selected salumi w/ sundried tomato, olives, capsicum & grissini
Buddha Bowl w roast sweet potato, cumin fried chickpeas, Spanish onion, broccolini, turmeric and maple tahini dressing (vegan)
Crumbed calamari w lemon and tartare
MAINS
Pan-fried Barramundi fillet w warm potato salad, caponata ad fried capers
Rump Steak w chips and choice of sauce
Spinach, feta & ricotta ravioli w/ sugo, basil & parmesan (vegetarian)
SIDES
Chips & aioli
Garden salad
Sauteed greens w/ garlic & almonds
DESSERT
Churros w/ strawberries, vanilla bean ice cream & chocolate sauce
Lemon Meringue Tart w candied lemon
EXPERIENCE STATIONS
2 hour duration | Minimum 50 guests
This is an add on on to compliment a canape package of 4 pieces+ per person
Please contact us on for more information on these options
Prices from
Oyster Bar $30 per person
Build Your Own Taco Bar $20 per person
Charcuterie & Cheese Bar $20 per person
Paella Bar from $25 per person
Build your own burger bar $20 per person


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.

Cakes
You can bring your own cake. 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.