Newcastle Function Room Hire

Free Room Hire 

The Blind Monk loves to entertain! 

FREE Function Room for birthday’s, hen’s parties, work and corporate functions, for Christmas functions to engagement parties,

The Blind Monk is Beaumont Street's premier venue to suit any occasion. 

With current restrictions in place we can host functions from between 20 - 30ppl in the Back courtyard area

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We charge $200 holding deposit, this is fully refundable towards purchases on the night

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FUNCTION PLATTERS​

DIPS PLATTER  (gluten free option available) $90

Assorted house made dips, served w/ fresh grilled bread & crudités

CHEESE PLATTER (gluten free option available) $130

Selection of locally sourced artisan cheeses fresh & dried fruits house date preserve spiced nuts lavash & crackers

CHARCUTERIE PLATTER (gluten free option available) $110

Selection of locally sourced cured meats, shaved in house & served w/ a selection of pickled & marinated vegetables, grumpy grandma olives rosemary lavash & crackers 

SAVOURY PLATTER (100 pieces) $150

Chefs selection of house made baked & fried classic party favourites served w/ complimenting condiments

VEGAN PLATTER (100 pieces) (gluten free option available) $160

Chefs plant based twist on classic party favourites served w/ complimenting condiments 

MIXED SKEWER PLATTER (60 pieces ) (gluten free) $120

Semi dried tomato pesto chicken, spicy marinated lamb , porcini & herb marinated beef all served w/ complimenting condiments  

SLIDER PLATTER  (choice of 1 option 30 pieces per platter) $150

Beef – lettuce, tomato, onion, tomato chutney & swiss

Chicken- polenta crumbed chicken, mixed leaf, tomato, onion & zesty pesto

Sweet potato black bean- lettuce, tomato, onion & paprika aioli

MONK PIZZA PLATTER $120 (5 pizzas total)

Chefs selection of premium house made pizzas (vegetarian options available on request)

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CANAPE OPTIONS

JUST NIBBLES

Choice of 4 canapes hot or cold & 1 substantial served over 1 hr $30

SOMETHING A LITTLE MORE

Choice of 6 canapes hot or cold & 1 substantial served over 2 hrs  $40

JUST FEED US

Choice of 8 canapes hot or cold & 1 substantial served over 2 hrs $50

COLD CANAPES

BEETROOT TART  (v)

Diced roasted beetroot, crumbed goats cheese & blended spiced walnuts

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PARMA HAM BOCCOCINI CROSTINI

Parma ham, sundried tomato & bocconcini on garlic crostini

POACHE SALMON AND DILL CROSTINI

White wine poached salmon w/ dill citrus cream cheese

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MINI CRAB VOL AU VOUNTS

Spanner crab meat, lemon & fresh herbs 

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CAPRESE SKEWERS (gf) (v)

Balsamic marinated cherry tomatoes, bocconcini & fresh basil

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PULLED PORK CROSTINI (gf)

Spiced pulled pork served w/ apple slaw on crisp tortilla  

HOT CANAPES

ARANCINI (gf ) (v)

Tomato & mozzarella w/ garlic aioli

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HALOUMI DIPPERS (v)

Crumbed haloumi strips w/ a harissa dipping sauce

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MARINATED CHICKEN SKEWERS (gf)

Semi dried tomato, marinated chicken breast & creamy basil aioli

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MINI CHICKEN VOL AU VOUNTS

Chicken, cream cheese & fresh herb filling 

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PORK BELLY BITES (gf)

Slow cooked pork belly in smoky southern style sauce

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PUMPKIN, WALNUT & MOZZARELLA PASTRIES (vg)

Spiced pumpkin, walnuts & vegan mozzarella

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MOROCCAN PRAWN SKEWERS (gf)

Prawns coated in a Moroccan S&P flour mixture w/ almond aioli  

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BEEF MEATBALLS (gf)

In a rich tomato sauce  

SUBSTANTIALS  

(add another substantial to any package for $6)

ANGUS BEEF SLIDER

w/ swiss cheese, cos, tomato onion, beetroot chutney & paprika aioli

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CRUMBED WHITING & CHIPS

Crumbed whiting fillets, shoestring fries, house tartare & mixed leaves   

 RISOTTO (gf) (v)

Sautéed, seasonal vegetables, creamy sundried tomato pesto finished w/ shaved parmesan

POLENTA CHICKEN SLIDER

Polenta crumbed chicken, mixed leaf, tomato, onion & zesty pesto

MONK SMOKED CHICKEN  SALAD (gf)

Rocket, olives, sundried tomato, onion, mozzarella & fresh herbs & shredded smoked chicken 

SWEET POTATO SALAD (vg) (gf)

Balsamic roasted sweet potato, green beans, fresh radish & pepitas

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Please phone 02 4023 5290 to book or book online below

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FAQ's
Can I play my own music?
You sure can, just need to bring a phone or laptop with an audio jack and we can plug it in our system, so you can rock out to your own jams all night!

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Do I have to remain seated?
Yes, with current COVID restrictions everyone has to remain seated while consuming alcohol, this may change with constant government announcements.

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Do I have to order function platters?
No, you may order from our function menu or individually from the menu.

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Can I start a bar tab for my function?
You sure can, we can start a bar tab to any amount?

Do you have any drink packages?
Not currently, it is order as you go. 

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Is there a minimum spend?
It is just the holding deposit paid when booking that has to be used up and is not refunded in cash, can only be used for a bar or food tab.

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Can I decorate the function area?
You sure can, make it your own space! As long as there is no permanent marks, go for it!

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Can I bring a cake or food?
We do allow birthday cakes and can store them in our cool-room, we do not charge cakeage. No other outside food is permitted.

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If I cancel, can I have my deposit refunded?
Yes if given at least 3 weeks notice, otherwise will be refunded as a gift voucher.

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Can I bring children?
You sure can, we have no restrictions on children.

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Is it air conditioned?
Yes, the area is fully air conditioned.

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