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Experience the pleasure and ease of holding your next event at The Apothecary 1878. Located in the heart of the city centre close to the Convention Centre, Adelaide Casino and Festival Centre. We offer the versatility of four exceptionally designed entertaining spaces. We will cater for any style of function that you require, from a formal dinner to a cocktail event.

Our function rooms are ideal settings for birthdays, engagement celebrations, intimate weddings, private dinners or we can provide a corporate environment for meetings or wine tastings.

The courtyard and cellar create a unique and spectacular atmosphere, suitable for a small gathering or a group of 50.

The Apothecary 1878 prides itself on its extensive wine selection, choice of catering options and professional service, making every endeavour to propose a package personalised to your event. All memorable functions are the result of thoughtful planning and we look forward to welcoming you and your guests to The Apothecary 1878.

Dimensions Banquet Theatre Cocktail
Mezzanine 3.8m x 4m N/A N/A 18
Cellar /Restaurant 7.6m x 8.3m 24 - 48 N/A N/A
Function Room 8m x 8.3m N/A 40 80
Courtyard 6m x 6.2m N/A 40 50
         

Surcharge will apply for exclusive use of the venue.

Room hire or a minimum spend may apply, to be advised at the time of your booking.

Room viewings are welcome so please call us to arrange a time.


Cocktail Menu Selection
Minimum of 20 guests
Cold Selection
 
  • South Australian Oysters (seasonal)

                      Natural

                      Cucumber, red onion and coriander salsa

  • Caramalised onion, Persian fetta and olive tartlet
  • Chicken, green onion, cucumber and aioli tartlet
  • Ocean trout, caper and goat's curd tartlet
  • Scrambled egg, chive and fish roe tartlet
  • Smoked salmon, spinach and mascarpone roulade
  • Seared lamb and tomato chutney crostini
  • Asparagus and parmesan frittata
  • Roast beef and horseradish pinwheel sandwich
  • Curried egg and watercress sandwich finger
  • Crab, chervil and mayonnaise sandwich triangles
  • Grilled asparagus wrapped in prosciutto
  • Sweet corn, chilli, spring onion and sour cream fritters
  • Dill potato cakes with creme fraiche and salmon roe
  • Smoked ham, dijon mustard and gherkin crostini
 
Hot Selection
 
  • Grilled tiger prawns with lemon, garlic and parsley
  • Sumac, sesame and mint roasted chicken wings
  • Lemon and thyme roasted chicken wings
  • Mini baked potato with pancetta, sourcream and chives
  • Pizza pane pomodoro
  • Smoked paprika tiger prawns
  • Braised chilli squid
  • Pizza pane with potato and rosemary
  • Spinach and ricotta crespelle
  • Tomato braised pork and veal meatballs
  • Lamb, pinenut and mint kofta
  • Chargrilled octopus with oregano, lemon and chilli
  • Fontina and sage risotto balls
  • Chorizo, red pepper and potato skewers
  • Steamed pork and prawn dumplings
     
1-hour duration approx 4 items $12 per head
1-hour duration approx 6 items $18 per head
2-hour duration approx 9 items $27 per head
2-hour duration approx 10 items $30 per head


More than just a Mouthful Selections - Bowls, Plates or Boxes
 
These dishes are served in little bowls, boxes or on small plates and offer a more substantial cocktail dining experience
 
  • Orrechiette with lamb, eggplant & mint ragu
  • Baked scallops with orange and witlof salad
  • Grilled quail with parsley and roasted walnut dressing
  • Warm cured Atlantic salmon with tomato salsa and aioli
  • Pork and fennel sausages with spicy tomato sugo
  • Sardine escabeche with pinenut raisin and red onion
  • Green pea, pancetta and Parmesan risotto
  • Vitello tonnato with peperonata, capers and rocket
  • Pan fried lamb cutlet with panzanella salad
 
$7.50 per item  per person

Sit Down Dinner Packages
 

Banquet A - $30

          Chef's selection of 6 tapas

Banquet B - $40

          Chef's selection of 4 tapas & paella

Banquet C - $50

          Chef's selection of 4 tapas & choice of main

With coffee - add $4

With Coffee, Dessert or Cheese - add $14
 

Set menu applies to tables of 12 or more people.


Additional choices for each course/sides are available at a cost of $4-$6 per choice.


There is a maximum of three choices for the main course (n/a to bookings over 32 pax).


Packages can be altered to suit your requirements - POA.

Dietary requests can be met providing notice is given.


Menus are subject to seasonal change.


Price includes room hire in the cellar only.


Please refer to our booking terms and conditions regarding exclusivity of the restaurant.

Prices are valid until December 31st 2009.


Wine Tastings - Wedding Photos - Cocktail Wedding Receptions - Board Room Catering - Engagements - Luncheons - Business Meetings -Seminars - Dinner Parties - Product Launches - Workshops - 21st Birthdays - Presentations - Christmas Dinners - Kitchen Teas (High Tea) - Baby Showers (High Tea)