Cinematic private dining room at The Ember Room prepared for an executive dinner

The Ember Room • Private Events

Sydney CBD • Refined Australian hospitality

Private events shaped around the evening you have in mind.

Blindsand Brasserie's Ember Room is a quietly cinematic backdrop for executive dinners, milestone celebrations and invitation-only gatherings. Chef-led menus, thoughtful service and a softly lit lounge ambience ensure every occasion feels composed, considered and distinctly Australian.

Fine dining • Crafted cocktails • Private offline poker-themed evenings

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The Ember Room

Private events in a modern Australian supper club setting

Private Events at The Ember Room are designed for those who value detail. From boardroom-level executive dinners to milestone celebrations with those closest to you, our team curates every element – menu, mood, music and flow – so you can arrive, relax and host with ease.

All experiences are fully offline, in-venue and adult-focused, with responsible hospitality at the heart of every gathering.

Event formats

Spaces and experiences for every kind of gathering

Each event in The Ember Room begins with a conversation. We align the format, menu and room configuration with your goals – whether you are thanking clients, celebrating a milestone or crafting an evening your team will talk about for years.

Intimate long table set for an executive dinner with candlelight and linen

Executive dinners & corporate functions

Impress business partners and colleagues with chef-led tasting menus, curated Australian wines and precise, unobtrusive service. The Ember Room’s secluded setting allows for confident conversation, discreet negotiations and post-presentation decompression.

Seated: 10–32 guests Standing: up to 60 guests

Chef-led tasting menus or share-style dining
Customisable menus for brand or campaign launches
Technology support for presentations and speeches
Corporate hosting packages with matched wine flights

Guests raising a toast at a milestone celebration in a warm lounge

Milestone celebrations

Birthdays, anniversaries & engagements

Celebrate birthdays, anniversaries and engagements with intimate dining or grand lounge gatherings tailored to your occasion. From a quietly special dinner for eight to a spirited cocktail party, our team manages each detail so the evening feels effortless for you and memorable for your guests.

Seated: 8–40 guests Cocktail: up to 80 guests

Custom menus to reflect favourite dishes or shared memories
Signature cake service and celebration moments
Optional live music or acoustic performances
Dedicated event host on the night

Chef’s table experiences

Chef’s Table journeys through seasonal Australia

Take centre stage at the Chef’s Table for a curated journey through seasonal Australian produce. Designed for food enthusiasts, intimate client hosting and special group bookings, these evenings move at a considered pace, with each course personally introduced by our culinary team.

Ideal for 6–12 guests Multi-course tasting with optional pairings

Seasonal menus with coastal and regional Australian produce
Optional wine, cocktail or non-alcoholic pairings
Behind-the-scenes kitchen insights and chef interaction
Perfect for product tastings and culinary workshops

Wine dinners & crafted cocktails

Guided wine evenings & cocktail-led gatherings

Delight guests with guided wine dinners featuring our in-house sommeliers or cocktail-centric events led by our bar team. From vertical tastings to producer spotlights and cocktail masterclasses, each format pairs thoughtfully with a bespoke, seasonal menu.

Wine dinners: 10–28 guests Cocktail events: 20–70 guests

Curated lists featuring Australian and international producers
Structured tasting notes and storytelling from our sommeliers
Signature and classic cocktails with a modern Australian twist
Considered non-alcoholic pairings for every menu

Live music & entertainment evenings

Jazz, acoustic sets & curated entertainment

Elevate private events with live jazz, acoustic performances or carefully curated entertainment in our supper club lounge. We work discreetly with performers to shape a soundtrack that supports conversation while subtly shifting the room as the night unfolds.

Recommended for 20–80 guests Low-profile staging and sound

Live jazz trios and acoustic duos
Background sets for dinners and receptions
Licensing and sound considerations handled by our team
Integration with speeches and presentations

Elegant private lounge with a poker table, leather seating and cocktails prepared for an offline event

Private poker-themed gatherings

Offline poker-themed evenings for adult groups

Host invitation-only poker-themed gatherings in our elegant private lounge, designed as a sociable extension of the restaurant experience. Professionally hosted tables, table-side food service and crafted cocktails create an evening focused on conversation, atmosphere and responsible entertainment.

Ideal group size: 8–24 players Adults 18+ • Offline, in-venue only

Professional hosts or dealers to manage in-venue tables
Chef-designed grazing menus and late-evening supper dishes
Signature cocktails and premium non-alcoholic options
Available for corporate groups, social clubs and private celebrations

These poker-themed evenings are strictly offline and held only inside the venue. There are no online games, no digital betting accounts and no remote participation. Participation is for adults aged 18 and over and is subject to venue rules and applicable Australian regulations, with an emphasis on responsible social entertainment.

Venue spaces & capacities

Spaces tailored from intimate dinners to full-room takeovers

The Ember Room has been designed to shift seamlessly between seated dining, cocktail receptions and hybrid formats. Each space is acoustically and visually considered, allowing you to choose the degree of privacy and theatre your event requires.

Intimate dining room

A warmly lit pocket of The Ember Room reserved for smaller, conversation-led gatherings.

Seated: 8–16 guests Formats: Tasting menu, set menu or shared feast

Perfect for board dinners, family milestones and VIP hosting
Softly layered lighting for presentations or speeches
Optional pre-dinner drinks in the lounge

Chef’s enclave

A semi-immersive space close to the open kitchen energy, ideal for Chef’s Table experiences and culinary events.

Seated: 6–20 guests Focus: Produce-driven, interactive dining

Ideal for product launches and tasting-led events
Opportunity for chef introductions and menu storytelling
Strong connection to the theatre of service

Private lounge

A cinematic lounge with leather seating, low lighting and flexible layouts for receptions, music evenings and offline poker-themed events.

Seated: 20–40 guests Cocktail: up to 80 guests

Ideal for cocktail receptions and live music
Configurable for professionally hosted poker tables
Dedicated bar and table-side service

How your evening unfolds

A composed, seamless flow from arrival to final farewell

From the first enquiry, our team partners with you on pacing, menu design, room layout and service markers, ensuring every moment – from arrival drink to final farewell – feels intentional.

Arrival

Welcome reception

Guests are greeted at the entrance and guided into The Ember Room for arrival cocktails, a considered non-alcoholic option and light canapés. Name cards, gifting and collateral can be placed in advance.

First hour

Opening course and introductions

Once everyone is settled, our team coordinates introductions, welcomes or keynotes. For executive dinners this may include a short presentation; for celebrations it might be a toast or acknowledgement.

Mid-evening

Main service and conversation

Courses are paced to support conversation and connection. For wine dinners, our sommeliers guide each pairing. For poker-themed events, professionally hosted tables commence while food flows to the lounge.

Later

Final course, closing drinks and farewells

Desserts and nightcaps bring the evening to a graceful close. Our team coordinates final speeches, ensures guests depart smoothly and manages any event materials that need to be packed down.

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Begin planning your Ember Room experience

Let us craft your next event with seamless planning, exquisite cuisine and our signature style of Australian hospitality. Share the shape of the evening you are imagining and our team will respond with tailored options, menus and suggested formats.

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For offline poker-themed gatherings and all events involving alcohol, all guests must be 18 years or older. Experiences are offered in-venue only, subject to our house policy and responsible service obligations under Australian law.