Dining reservations
- Lunch: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
- Dinner: 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
- Group bookings of 8 or more require a phone reservation.
Bookings at The Grand River Lounge
Secure your spot for an evening of wood-fired dining and social poker. Whether you're joining us for a relaxed dinner or a hosted poker session, reservations are essential to guarantee your table and seat.
Reserve your table and poker seatTable reservations
Our dining room offers an intimate setting with views of the river. Tables are available for lunch and dinner service, and we recommend booking in advance, especially on weekends.
Special occasions
- Private dining room available for up to 20 guests.
- Customised menus available upon request.
- Please notify us of any dietary requirements in advance.
Booking policies
- Cancellation fee: $25 per person for no-shows.
- Tables are allocated based on availability.
- We accommodate walk-ins when possible.
Poker seat allocations
How poker seating works
Our poker lounge hosts social poker sessions with professional dealers and non-wagering play. Seats are limited to maintain an intimate atmosphere and are allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
- Poker sessions run daily from 6:00 PM to 11:00 PM.
- Each table seats up to 9 players.
- Reservations for poker seats can be made online or by phone.
- Guests may join a waiting list if all seats are booked.
Poker etiquette and dress code
To ensure a pleasant experience for all guests, we maintain a smart casual dress code and ask that players familiarise themselves with our house rules before joining a session.
- Smart casual attire is required.
- Mobile phones should be silenced at the table.
- Our staff are happy to explain the rules to beginners.
Contact details
Phone
Call our reservations team for immediate assistance with bookings, poker seat availability, or general enquiries.
+61 421 683 945Send us an email for detailed enquiries, group bookings, or special requests. We aim to respond within 24 hours.
[email protected]Address
Visit us at our riverside location in Sydney. We are easily accessible by public transport and offer limited on-site parking.
1 Riverside Drive, Sydney NSW 2000, AustraliaFind us on Riverside Drive
The Grand River Lounge is situated on the waterfront, offering stunning views of the river and easy access from the city centre. We are a short walk from Circular Quay and Wynyard Station.
1 Riverside Drive, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia- Public transport: Circular Quay (5 min walk), Wynyard Station (7 min walk).
- Limited on-site parking available; nearby parking stations within 200 metres.
Opening hours
Dining hours
Our kitchen serves lunch and dinner daily. Join us for a relaxed meal or a pre-poker dinner.
- Monday - Friday
- 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM, 5:30 PM - 10:00 PM
- Saturday - Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Poker lounge hours
Our poker lounge operates in the evenings, with hosted sessions and professional dealers.
- Monday - Sunday
- 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
- Last seating for poker
- 9:30 PM
Frequently asked questions
Yes, you can reserve a poker seat independently. However, many guests choose to dine before or during their poker session, and we offer table-side dining in the poker lounge.
We maintain a smart casual dress code throughout the venue. We kindly ask that guests avoid sportswear, singlets, and thongs.
Yes, our menu includes a variety of vegetarian and vegan dishes. Please inform our team of any dietary requirements when booking.
Absolutely. We offer private poker nights for corporate groups and special occasions. Contact our events team for more information.
Reserve your table and poker seat today
Experience the best of wood-fired dining and social poker at The Grand River Lounge. Secure your spot now to avoid disappointment.
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