Private Dining Offline Poker Salon Events

Private Dining & Events composed for every gathering

Host your private gatherings in the heart of Pocketpairplatter: a luminous, modern bistro with a plush back-room Card Salon. From executive dinners to intimate card evenings, every event is designed with tailored hospitality and considered detail.

Up to 60 guests in the main dining hall
The Eloquence Room offline poker salon for 6–18 guests
Available for corporate, social and after-hours bookings
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Occasions with a considered finish

Private Dining & Events at Pocketpairplatter

Every event at Pocketpairplatter is composed like a service in our dining room: calm, choreographed, and quietly memorable. Whether you are planning a team celebration, a milestone dinner, or an evening devoted to classic card games, our team works with you to shape a polished, in-person experience.

Venue spaces & capacities

From luminous hall to secluded salon

Choose between the expansive main dining hall for grand affairs and the plush Card Salon for more focused gatherings. Each space is acoustically considered and designed to encourage conversation, connection, and ease.

  • Main Dining Hall: ideal for up to 60 guests seated for shared platters or coursed menus.
  • The Eloquence Room: our private Offline Poker Salon, suitable for 6–12 guests seated or up to 18 guests in a relaxed, standing format.
  • After-hours configurations: custom layouts available for social events and team evenings.

Professional event planning support

A single, steady point of contact

Our events manager partners with you from first enquiry through to final toast. Together, you will map arrival timing, seating, menu styling, and the rhythm of your card games or presentations.

  • Custom seating plans, including long tables or smaller pods.
  • Discreet support for card game formats, scorekeeping needs, or prize presentations.
  • Coordination of background music, speeches, and pacing between dishes.

Curated experiences

Elevated evenings, composed your way

From exclusive card game evenings to celebration dinners that stretch late into the night, each Pocketpairplatter event is anchored in generous shared plates, thoughtful drinks, and a setting that feels both polished and warm.

Exclusive Card Game Evenings

Classic formats, face-to-face play

Reserve the private Card Salon for curated evenings built around classic card games. The room layout, pacing, and refreshments are designed to foster camaraderie, friendly competition, and quiet focus.

  • Dedicated tables for structured card sessions.
  • Shared platters timed between rounds to keep the flow effortless.
  • Optional awards, tasting flights, or themed evenings for regular groups.
Ideal for social clubs and corporate teams See the Offline Poker Salon

Corporate & Team Bookings

Refresh team rituals and workshops

Pair strategic sessions or workshops with elevated dining in our main hall or the Eloquence Room. Break the day into focused discussions, shared plates, and relaxed card-led icebreakers.

  • Team-building card sessions to encourage collaboration and communication.
  • Private workshops followed by a seated shared platter experience.
  • Celebration dinners to mark milestones, launches, and new directions.
Available Sunday to Thursday evenings Plan a team event

Celebration Packages

Birthdays, anniversaries, and milestones

Mark meaningful moments with packages that bring together décor, bespoke cakes, and the option of a relaxed card element in the Eloquence Room or a beautifully dressed corner of the main hall.

  • Table styling, candles, and personalised menus.
  • Chef-crafted cakes or dessert selections aligned with your brief.
  • Discreet coordination of speeches, surprise arrivals, and toasts.
Customisable for 8–40 guests Discuss a celebration

After-Hours Socials

Late-night socials with a refined edge

Host a vibrant after-hours social framed by specialty beverage packages and curated entertainment options. Think long conversations, understated card tables, and a bar that feels both generous and precise.

  • Flexible standing and seated layouts in the main hall.
  • Specialty beverage packages with non-alcoholic pairings available.
  • Optional card stations or lounge-style seating for relaxed groups.
From 9:00pm onwards by arrangement Preview cocktails

Culinary direction

Signature platters, seasonal menus, and personalised cocktails

At the centre of every event is a table that feels abundant yet precise. Our culinary and bar teams work in tandem to design shared plates, seasonal menus, and cocktail pairings that reflect your occasion.

Signature Shared Platters Experience

Elevate your occasion with a custom-crafted shared plates menu, designed specifically for larger parties and private events. Platters arrive in waves, encouraging guests to reach, share, and settle into the rhythm of the evening.

  • Menu pathways for relaxed grazing or more structured dining.
  • Considerations for dietary preferences prepared discretely in advance.
  • Pairings that align with your chosen card formats or event timeline.

Elegant Event Menu Options

Select from chef-driven seasonal menus crafted for evening and late-night service. Each menu leans into local produce, balanced richness, and a tempo that keeps conversation at the forefront.

  • Seasonal chef’s selections tailored to your style of gathering.
  • Late-night bites designed to accompany longer card sessions.
  • Layered dessert options to close the evening with finesse.
Bartender presenting a crafted cocktail at a private event
Personalised cocktail service with table-side presentations that impress every guest.

Personalized Cocktail Service

Our expert bartenders create specialty cocktails for your event, complete with table-side presentations that become quiet moments of theatre. Zero-proof pairings ensure every guest feels considered.

  • Signature cocktails anchored to your theme or company palette.
  • Table-side finishing touches for select serves.
  • Thoughtful non-alcoholic options matched to each course.
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How to book

How to Book Your Event

Reach our dedicated events team via our online form or phone to begin designing your tailored experience at Pocketpairplatter. Share your preferred dates, approximate guest numbers, and the style of evening you have in mind, and we will return with a composed proposal.

  1. 1. Share your brief

    Start by outlining your occasion, estimated guest count, and whether you are drawn to the main dining hall, the Eloquence Room, or a combination of both.

  2. 2. Curate menus and format

    Collaborate with our events manager to shape your shared platters, seasonal menu selections, and any card or team-building elements you would like woven into the night.

  3. 3. Confirm the details

    Finalise timings, layout, and any personalised touches such as décor, cakes, or welcome cocktails. Our team then handles the execution so you can simply arrive and host.

Submit an event enquiry View table reservations

Planning details

Frequently Considered Questions

A brief overview of how our private dining and event bookings are typically structured. For anything more specific, our events team is ready to assist.

What types of events work best at Pocketpairplatter?

The venue is ideal for private dinners, team celebrations, executive workshops, tasting evenings, and intimate card-led social nights. Events are always in-person, held within our bistro and Offline Poker Salon.

Can you accommodate dietary preferences?

Yes. We plan for dietary preferences during the proposal stage so that every shared platter and course includes appropriate options, without drawing attention away from your guests.

How far in advance should we book?

For weekend evenings and larger group formats, we recommend booking several weeks in advance. Weeknight corporate and Card Salon bookings may be available on shorter notice, subject to service patterns.

Do you offer exclusive venue hire?

Full or partial venue exclusivity may be available for larger events and after-hours socials. Our events manager can advise based on your preferred timing, guest count, and style of gathering.