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Festive dining and events

Festive Menus 2026

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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.

Make an enquiry Explore festive options
  • Shared menus
  • Choice menus
  • Canapé packages
  • Gingerbread workshop

Four ways to celebrate

Choose your celebration

From a relaxed shared meal to a hands-on gingerbread workshop, choose the format that suits your group. Our team can help with menu selection, dietaries and drinks.

Festive shared dining at Henry and the Fox

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
View menu
Festive choice menu dish at Henry and the Fox

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
View menu
Cocktail-style festive event at Henry and the Fox

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
View package
Festive gingerbread workshop at Henry and the Fox

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
View experience

Not sure which option suits your group? Tell us your preferred date, guest numbers and event style, and our team will guide you through the available options.

Make an enquiry

Need to share with the team? Download our 2026 Festive Menu Pack to review and share.

Download menu pack

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.

Group size Best suited to groups of up to 18
Available 30 November–20 December 2026
Festive entrée selection at Henry and the Fox
Guests sharing festive cheer at Henry and the Fox
Festive food at Henry and the Fox
$55 Two courses Per person
$68 Three courses Per person

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.

Choice of entrée

  • Chicken, Fig and Pistachio Terrine Cornichons, beetroot relish, Dijon mustard and sourdough croutons
  • Duck, Thyme and Caramelised Onion Croquettes Macadamia sauce and cherry compote GIF
  • Cured Tasmanian Ocean Trout Pastrami Dijon mustard crema, cornichons, dill, pickled red onion, breakfast radish and sourdough croutons GFO A
  • French Brie, Candied Walnut and Grape Tarts Vincotto, parsley, basil and lemon EVOO V

Choice of main

  • 220g Victorian Grass Fed Porterhouse French fries and brandy peppercorn sauce GIF
  • Confit Yarra Valley Rainbow Trout Sweet corn purée, shaved fennel, asparagus and pickled zucchini salad with summer herb salsa verde GF A
  • Lemon Butter and Goat’s Cheese Risotto Caramelised shallots, spinach, confit garlic, peas, confit cherry tomatoes, aged parmesan and parsley oil V
  • Scottsdale Free Range Porchetta Burger Roast pumpkin smash, provolone, rocket and salsa verde on toasted sourdough, with spiced apple dipping sauce, twice-cooked potatoes and gravy GIFO
  • Sage and Pepper Roasted Turkey Salad Butter lettuce, pear, apple, pecans, mint, celery, craisins and lemon cream dressing GFO

Sharing sides

  • Potato Salad New potatoes, red onion, capers, dill, parsley, mint and horseradish cream GF V VGO
  • Crunchy Potato Chips Sea salt, parsley and roasted garlic aioli V GIF

Sweet sensations

  • Individual Dessert White chocolate and mango tartlet with passionfruit gelée, chocolate-covered honey and pistachio baklava, cranberry and orange shortbread V
Download the full Festive 2026 Pack .pdf
Dietary options Does your group have dietary requirements? View the vegan, gluten-free, halal and other dietary information for this menu.

We understand that every group may have different dietary requirements, and we’ll work with you to ensure your guests are well looked after.

Vegan options

Entrée

Popcorn cauliflower

Cumin and fennel spiced buttermilk popcorn cauliflower, volcano salt and minted coconut yoghurt (vg, gif)

Main

Mezzo plate

With hand-rolled vine leaves, pumpkin hummus, tahini, toasted flatbread, cauliflower and cashew falafel, smoked almonds, artichokes, marinated red peppers, wild rocket, mint and pomegranate molasses (vg, gfo)

Sides

Wild rocket, nectarine and cucumber salad

With champagne vinaigrette (v, gif)

Dessert

Vegan sticky date pudding

With toffee sauce, candied walnuts and coconut vanilla ice cream (vg, gif)

Gluten-free (coeliac) options

Entrée

Caprese salad

Heirloom tomato, basil and burrata caprese salad, lemon oil and black salt (v, gf)

Main

Lemon butter and goat’s cheese risotto

With caramelised shallots, spinach, confit garlic, peas, confit cherry tomatoes, aged parmesan and parsley oil (v, gf)

Sides

Wild rocket, nectarine and aged parmesan salad

With champagne vinaigrette (v, gf)

Dessert

Raspberry frangipane slice

Strawberries, lemon curd and mint sugar (vg, gf)

Halal Certified Suppliers

All of our meat, except for pork, is sourced from halal certified suppliers. Please speak with your event co-ordinator if your guests require further information regarding halal preparation or menu suitability.

Other Dietary Requirements

We can cater for almost all other dietary requirements. Please consult your event co-ordinator to discuss how we can best accommodate your guests.

Enquire about this menu View the canapé package

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.

Group size Available for groups of 19 or more
Available 30 November–20 December 2026
Festive shared dining at Henry and the Fox
Guests enjoying a shared festive meal at Henry and the Fox
Festive gathering on the Henry and the Fox terrace
$52 Two courses Per person
$64 Three courses Per person

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.

Shared entrée

  • Roasted Duck, Thyme and Caramelised Onion Croquettes Macadamia sauce and cherry compote GIF
  • Cured Tasmanian Salmon Pastrami Dijon mustard crema, cornichons, dill, pickled red onion, breakfast radish and sourdough croutons GFO A
  • French Brie, Beechworth Honey and Cranberry Sizzle Plate Pickled grapes, parsley, basil, lemon EVOO and toasted flatbread V

Shared main

  • 220g Victorian Grass Fed Porterhouse French fries and brandy peppercorn sauce GIF
  • Confit Yarra Valley Rainbow Trout Sweet corn purée, shaved fennel, asparagus and pickled zucchini salad with summer herb salsa verde GF A
  • Lemon Butter and Goat’s Cheese Risotto Caramelised shallots, spinach, confit garlic, peas, confit cherry tomatoes, aged parmesan and parsley oil V
  • Scottsdale Free Range Porchetta Burger Roasted pumpkin, provolone, rocket salad, salsa verde, spiced apple sauce, twice-cooked potatoes and gravy GIFO
  • Sage and Pepper Roasted Turkey Salad Butter lettuce, pear, apple, pecans, mint, celery, craisins and lemon cream dressing GFO

Sharing sides

  • Potato Salad New potatoes, red onion, capers, dill, parsley, mint and horseradish cream GF V VGO
  • Wild Rocket, Nectarine and Aged Parmesan Salad Champagne vinaigrette V GIF

Sweet sensations

  • Individual Dessert White chocolate and mango tartlet with passionfruit gelée, chocolate-covered honey and pistachio baklava, cranberry and orange shortbread V
Download the full Festive 2026 Pack .pdf
Dietary options Does your group have dietary requirements? View the vegan, gluten-free, halal and other dietary information for this menu.

We understand that every group may have different dietary requirements, and we’ll work with you to ensure your guests are well looked after.

Vegan options

Entrée

Popcorn cauliflower

Cumin and fennel spiced buttermilk popcorn cauliflower, volcano salt and minted coconut yoghurt (vg, gif)

Main

Mezzo plate

With hand-rolled vine leaves, pumpkin hummus, tahini, toasted flatbread, cauliflower and cashew falafel, smoked almonds, artichokes, marinated red peppers, wild rocket, mint and pomegranate molasses (vg, gfo)

Sides

Wild rocket, nectarine and cucumber salad

With champagne vinaigrette (v, gif)

Dessert

Vegan sticky date pudding

With toffee sauce, candied walnuts and coconut vanilla ice cream (vg, gif)

Gluten-free (coeliac) options

Entrée

Caprese salad

Heirloom tomato, basil and burrata caprese salad, lemon oil and black salt (v, gf)

Main

Lemon butter and goat’s cheese risotto

With caramelised shallots, spinach, confit garlic, peas, confit cherry tomatoes, aged parmesan and parsley oil (v, gf)

Sides

Wild rocket, nectarine and aged parmesan salad

With champagne vinaigrette (v, gf)

Dessert

Raspberry frangipane slice

Strawberries, lemon curd and mint sugar (vg, gf)

Halal Certified Suppliers

All of our meat, except for pork, is sourced from halal certified suppliers. Please speak with your event co-ordinator if your guests require further information regarding halal preparation or menu suitability.

Other Dietary Requirements

We can cater for almost all other dietary requirements. Please consult your event co-ordinator to discuss how we can best accommodate your guests.

Enquire about this menu View the Choice Menu

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.

Event style Cocktail-style and stand-up events
Available 30 November–20 December 2026
Standing function at Henry and the Fox
Festive canapés at Henry and the Fox
$42 Per person
Package includes

Five savoury canapés, one grazing bowl and one Koko Black chocolate

Savoury canapés

  1. 01 Pastrami Cured Tasmanian Ocean Trout Crostini Horseradish cream, capers and dill A
  2. 02 Chicken and Brandy Parfait Tartlet Cranberry and candied walnut
  3. 03 Prawn Festive Spring Roll I
  4. 04 Duck, Thyme and Caramelised Onion Croquette Salsa verde
  5. 05 French Brie, Candied Walnut and Grape Puff Vincotto and basil

Grazing bowls

Both bowls are served half and half

Bowl one Salt and Vinegar Calamari Crispy potato chips and roasted garlic aioli GIF I
Bowl two Lemon Butter and Goat’s Cheese Risotto Caramelised shallots, spinach, confit garlic, peas, confit cherry tomatoes, aged parmesan and parsley oil GF V
Something sweet One Koko Black chocolate for each guest
Download the full Festive 2026 Pack .pdf
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
Enquire about this package

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 2026
$125 Per person

Includes a 1.5-hour gingerbread making workshop and a grazing station of cured meats, cheeses, fruit and condiments.

Festive gingerbread man at Henry and the Fox
01 1.5 hours Hands-on gingerbread making and decorating
02 Grazing station Help yourself during the class
03 Take it home We pack your creation once the houses are built

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.

  1. 01 Create Create and decorate your festive gingerbread house during the guided 1.5-hour workshop.
  2. 02 Decorate Help yourself to cured meats, cheeses, fruit and condiments from the grazing station during the class.
  3. 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.

Guided 1.5-hour workshop Hands-on gingerbread making and decorating with guidance from the Henry and the Fox team.
Grazing station Help yourself to cured meats, cheeses, fruit and condiments throughout the class.
Gingerbread making supplies Everything needed to create and decorate your festive gingerbread house is provided.
Take-home creation Once the houses are built, we pack your creation for you to take home.

Build your celebration

Optional Add-Ons

Food add-on

Festive Canapés

+$40 Per person
Drinks add-on

Three-Hour Beverage Package

+$40 Per person
Grazing station with cured meats, cheeses, fruit and condiments
Grazing station included
Henry and the Fox gingerbread creation packed to take home
Take-home box
Completed festive gingerbread house
Your festive gingerbread house

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.

Enquire about the workshop Read festive FAQs
Spaces

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 set for a cocktail event at Henry and the Fox
Private room

Fox’s Den

A versatile private room suited to long lunches, private dining, boardroom meetings, cocktail events and tailored layouts.

  • Private dining
  • Boardroom
  • Cocktail style
Henry and the Fox restaurant bar
Main dining space

Restaurant

A flexible dining space for larger group bookings, shared dining, long-table events and lively restaurant celebrations.

  • Group dining
  • Long tables
  • Restaurant atmosphere
Little Collins Street Terrace at Henry and the Fox
Street-facing terrace

Little Collins Terrace

An outdoor-facing space suited to casual catch-ups, terrace dining, drinks and more relaxed group events.

  • Terrace setting
  • Casual dining
  • Drinks & social events
Collins Lane Alfresco at Henry and the Fox
Alfresco space

Collins Lane Alfresco

A relaxed alfresco setting ideal for drinks, networking and social-style events with an outdoor feel.

  • Alfresco setting
  • Drinks & canapés
  • Social gatherings
Henry and the Fox entire venue
Exclusive hire

Entire Venue

For larger events, launches and full-venue celebrations, Henry and the Fox can be considered as one complete event space.

  • Exclusive use
  • Larger events
  • Venue-wide format
Download the full Festive 2026 Pack .pdf

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.

Still have a question?

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.

Ready to Start Planning?

Tell us your preferred date, approximate guest numbers and the type of festive celebration you have in mind.

Start your festive enquiry

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.

When are you planning?

30 November–20 December 2026 only.

Planning outside the festive period? View our year-round function options.

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