Festive dining and events
Festive Menus 2026
Available –
Plan your end-of-year celebration at Henry and the Fox with shared dining, individual choice menus, canapé packages and a hands-on gingerbread workshop.
- Shared menus
- Choice menus
- Canapé packages
- Gingerbread workshop
Choose your celebration
Sit-down dining
Festive Shared Menu
From $52 per person
A generous shared dining format designed for larger festive lunches and dinners.
- Two or three courses
- Best suited to groups of 19 or more
- Shared entrées, mains and sides
Individual selection
Festive Choice Menu
From $55 per person
Guests select their own dishes while enjoying the celebration together.
- Two or three courses
- Ideal for groups of up to 18
- Larger-group arrangements available
Cocktail-style events
Festive Canapé Package
$42 per person
A relaxed option for stand-up celebrations, office parties and social events.
- Five savoury canapés
- One grazing bowl
- One Koko Black chocolate
Hands-on experience
Gingerbread Workshop
$125 per person
Work in pairs to create and decorate a festive gingerbread piece with guidance from our team.
- 1.5-hour guided workshop
- Festive canapés available for +$40pp
- Three-hour drinks package available for +$40pp
Individual choice for each guest
Festive Choice Menu
Let each guest select their preferred dishes from our festive menu. This format is designed for groups of up to 18, with alternate-drop and pre-order arrangements available for larger groups.
Choosing two courses? Everyone in the group must enjoy the same two courses—either entrée and main or main and dessert. For groups of 19 or more, this menu can be arranged as an alternate drop using two preselected dishes, or by organising guest pre-orders in advance.
Celebrate together
Festive Shared Menu
A relaxed festive menu designed for the table. Choose two or three courses and enjoy generous seasonal dishes with your group.
Designed for the table. Entrées, mains and sides are presented for guests to share, creating a relaxed festive meal that works especially well for larger groups.
Stand-up celebrations and cocktail parties
Festive Canapé Package
A relaxed festive format made for mingling. Enjoy five savoury canapés, two grazing bowl options served half and half, and a Koko Black chocolate for each guest.
Five savoury canapés, one grazing bowl and one Koko Black chocolate
Savoury canapés
- 01 Pastrami Cured Tasmanian Ocean Trout Crostini Horseradish cream, capers and dill
- 02 Chicken and Brandy Parfait Tartlet Cranberry and candied walnut
- 03 Prawn Festive Spring Roll
- 04 Duck, Thyme and Caramelised Onion Croquette Salsa verde
- 05 French Brie, Candied Walnut and Grape Puff Vincotto and basil
Grazing bowls
Both bowls are served half and half
Dietary options Does your group have dietary requirements? View the vegan, vegetarian and gluten-free options available for this menu.
Vegan options
Cauliflower falafel
Pumpkin hummus, tahini and parsley (vg, gif)
Vegan spring roll
Tamarind and green chilli dipping sauce (vg)
Hand-rolled vine leaves
Calasparra rice, pine nuts, mint, dill and parsley (go, gf)
Gluten-free (coeliac) options
Pastrami-cured Tasmanian ocean trout bowl
Horseradish cream, capers and dill (a) (gf)
Chicken and brandy parfait tartlet
Cranberry and candied walnut (gf)
Rockmelon, prosciutto and basil skewer
Preserved lemon (gf)
Vegan and vegetarian guests
For groups with vegan or vegetarian guests, we will provide suitable dishes for these guests. These may be served individually to the guest, or alternatively provided as portions to share with the rest of the group, depending on the final menu and style of service. Suitable sides will also be provided for vegan and vegetarian guests for the sit-down menus.
Gluten-free guests
For groups with gluten-free guests, we will provide suitable dishes for these guests. These may be served individually to the guest, or alternatively provided as portions to share with the rest of the group, depending on the final menu and style of service. Suitable sides will also be provided for gluten-free guests for the sit-down menus.
- GF Gluten free
- GO Gluten-free option
- VG Vegan
- GIF Gluten intolerance friendly
- A Australian seafood
- I Imported seafood
Create • Decorate • Celebrate
Festive Gingerbread Workshop
Looking for a festive celebration with a difference this year? Gather your team, friends or family for a hands-on gingerbread making class at Henry and the Fox.
Available 30 November–20 December 2026Includes a 1.5-hour gingerbread making workshop and a grazing station of cured meats, cheeses, fruit and condiments.
A festive experience with a personal touch
How the Experience Works
A relaxed, interactive format made for Christmas parties, corporate teams, client events, families and groups looking to celebrate the end of the year a little differently.
- 01 Create Create and decorate your festive gingerbread house during the guided 1.5-hour workshop.
- 02 Decorate Help yourself to cured meats, cheeses, fruit and condiments from the grazing station during the class.
- 03 Celebrate Once the houses are built, we will pack your creation so you can take it home.
Package Inclusions
Everything your group needs for a creative and interactive festive gingerbread experience.
Build your celebration
Optional Add-Ons
Festive Canapés
Three-Hour Beverage Package
Plan Your Gingerbread Celebration
Tell us about your preferred date, approximate guest numbers and any optional food or beverage add-ons, and our events team will help bring the experience together.
Spaces for every
style of event
From private dining and boardroom-style events to alfresco drinks and full-venue celebrations, Henry and the Fox offers flexible spaces in the heart of Melbourne CBD.
Open each space to view more photos and get a better feel for the possible setups.
Fox’s Den
A versatile private room suited to long lunches, private dining, boardroom meetings, cocktail events and tailored layouts.
Restaurant
A flexible dining space for larger group bookings, shared dining, long-table events and lively restaurant celebrations.
Little Collins Terrace
An outdoor-facing space suited to casual catch-ups, terrace dining, drinks and more relaxed group events.
Collins Lane Alfresco
A relaxed alfresco setting ideal for drinks, networking and social-style events with an outdoor feel.
Entire Venue
For larger events, launches and full-venue celebrations, Henry and the Fox can be considered as one complete event space.
Planning your celebration
Festive FAQs
From choosing the right menu and confirming guest numbers to dietaries, drinks and our gingerbread workshop, here are the details you need to start planning.
Contact our team at reservations@henryandthefox.com.au and we’ll help with your booking, menu selection and event details.
01 When are the festive menus available?
Our festive menus are available from 30 November to 20 December 2026.
02 Which menu is best for my group size?
The Festive Choice Menu can be enjoyed by groups of up to 18 people.
The Festive Shared Menu is available for groups of 19 people or more.
03 What happens if our group has 19 or more guests?
For groups of 19 people or more, we offer the Festive Shared Menu.
If your group would prefer the Festive Choice Menu, we can offer this as an alternate drop menu. This means two dishes are selected in advance and served alternately to guests on the day.
Alternatively, we can arrange a pre-order from the Festive Choice Menu in advance.
04 Can larger groups still have the Festive Choice Menu?
Yes. For groups of 19 people or more, the Festive Choice Menu may be available as either an alternate drop menu or by arranging a pre-order in advance.
Your event coordinator can talk you through the best option for your group.
05 How does the two-course Festive Choice Menu work?
If a two-course Festive Choice Menu is selected, all guests in the group must enjoy the same two courses.
For example, the group may select entrée and main, or main and dessert, but the selected courses must be the same for all guests.
06 Do we need to pay a deposit?
Yes. As this is a busy time of year and we seek to cater for many guests celebrating the festive season, a deposit is required to secure your booking.
07 Can we order from the regular menu?
Yes, in some cases groups may be able to order from our regular menu or select from our regular function packages.
However, on key dates such as Thursdays and Fridays in December, we do ask that groups arrange one of our Festive Menus. This helps us provide the best possible experience for all guests during peak festive periods.
Your event coordinator will guide you on menu availability.
08 When do you need final numbers?
Final guest numbers are required two weeks before your reservation date.
We understand things can change. If you work with us, we are happy to work with you on unforeseeable changes.
09 When do you need dietary requirements?
All dietary requirements are required two weeks before your reservation date, along with your final guest numbers.
We ask that groups provide the names of guests with dietary requirements so we can find and assist them more easily on the day.
10 Will we receive the full booking terms?
Yes. Our full booking terms will be provided during the reservation process, before your booking is confirmed.
11 Can you cater for vegan and vegetarian guests?
Yes. We can cater for vegan and vegetarian guests.
Depending on the selected menu and style of service, these dishes may be served individually to the guest or provided as suitable portions to share with the rest of the group. Suitable sides will also be provided for vegan and vegetarian guests.
12 Can you cater for gluten-free guests?
Yes. We can cater for gluten-free guests.
Depending on the selected menu and style of service, these dishes may be served individually to the guest or provided as suitable portions to share with the rest of the group. Suitable sides will also be provided for gluten-free guests.
13 Can you cater for other dietary requirements?
We can cater for almost all other dietary requirements. Please consult your event coordinator to discuss how we can best accommodate your guests.
14 Is the meat halal?
All of our meat, except for pork, is sourced from halal-certified suppliers. We also adhere to the cross-contamination requirements of the City of Melbourne.
Please speak with your event coordinator if your guests require further information regarding halal preparation or menu suitability.
15 Do you offer beverage packages?
Yes. Beverage package options can be added to your festive booking. Your event coordinator can provide the available package options and help you choose the best fit for your group.
16 Can we have a drinks tab?
Yes, you can arrange a drinks tab with us.
For larger groups, we encourage you to pre-select the drinks you would like available initially on the tab so we can ensure there is enough stock available for your event.
You are welcome to add to or adjust your selected drinks on the day, subject to availability. All drinks consumed on the tab must be settled at the completion of the event.
17 Can we make changes after booking?
Please speak with your event coordinator if you need to make any changes to your booking.
Changes may be subject to availability, final numbers, dietary requirements and the booking terms provided during the reservation process.
18 Is the canapé package suitable for standing events?
Yes. The Festive Canapé Package is a great option for cocktail-style events, stand-up celebrations or groups looking for a more relaxed festive format.
19 Are the gingerbread workshop packs gluten free?
Yes. All gingerbread packs used during the workshop are gluten free.
Please still provide the names of guests with any allergies or additional dietary requirements when submitting your final guest details.
Plan your celebration
Start your festive enquiry
Tell us what you have in mind. Approximate guest numbers are fine and our events team can help with the finer details.
Festive bookings are available 30 November–20 December 2026.
Thanks, your enquiry has been sent.
Our events team will review your details and be in touch to discuss availability and the next steps.