Smoked Salt Calamari
Crisp Australian calamari dusted with smoked salt and native pepper, plated as bite-sized pieces so you can keep one eye on the flop and one hand on the chips.
Poker Table Menu
Dining at the Heart of the Poker Table
Our poker table menu is crafted for immersive offline poker nights, from the first dealing of playing cards to the last river card. Every dish is designed to sit comfortably beside stacks of chips, glide seamlessly between blinds and keep the table action flowing in our Australian card lounge.
All dishes are plated to suit real-world card-room play, allowing you to focus on poker hands, chips and conversation without interrupting the flow of the game.
Signature Starters & Share Plates
Begin your offline poker experience with Australian-inspired starters made for the card room. Each plate is easy to share, comfortable to hold between poker hands and perfectly suited to relaxed table talk before the blinds rise.
Emerald Table Sliders
Mini brioche sliders stacked with grass-fed beef, caramelised onion and cheddar, sized for easy one-handed eating between Texas Hold’em hands.
Grilled Prawn Skewers
Charred prawns brushed with lemon myrtle oil, served on skewers to keep the felt clear and the card lounge atmosphere refined.
Timber Board of Local Cheeses
A rotating selection of Australian cheeses with crackers and seasonal fruit, ideal for a table of regulars easing into a long offline poker night.
Mains for Card Lovers
From premium steaks to seasonal seafood, our mains are composed so that high roller regulars and new guests alike can savour Australian bistro flavours without missing a moment of table action.
From the Grill
Charcoal-Grilled Grass-Fed Steak
Served sliced for easy sharing around the poker table, with roast garlic butter and a side of crisp fries that sit neatly beside your stack of chips.
Ideal for: high roller tables, slow-played hands and long offline tournaments.
From the Sea
Pan-Roasted Market Fish
Daily Australian catch with lemon, capers and charred seasonal greens, plated with clean lines for an uncluttered felt and focused card-room feel.
Ideal for: players settling in for a Texas Hold’em tournament night.
Chef’s Feature
Emerald Card-Room Roast
Slow-roasted Australian lamb shoulder with brass-accented serving ware, carved to share so the whole table can pause together between blinds.
Ideal for: social tables and full-card lounge gatherings.
Best 10 Poker-Approved Share Plates
Our editorial team worked with dealers, regulars and first-time visitors to curate the Best 10 poker-approved share plates. Each dish has earned its place by surviving intense Texas Hold’em table action without disrupting the rhythm of the game.
| Rank | Dish | Perfect For |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Crispy Calamari with Native Pepper | Opening hands and early blinds |
| 2 | Signature Emerald Sliders | Mid-game chatter and light table action |
| 3 | Truffle Fries in Poker Bowls | Quick bites between dealing rounds |
| 4 | Mini Beef Pies | Comfort food for deep-card-room sessions |
| 5 | Charred Corn & Herb Fritters | Sharing with new players at the table |
| 6 | Native Spiced Nuts | Light snacking during tight tournament play |
| 7 | Roast Pumpkin Tartlets | Late-evening poker nights |
| 8 | Timber Board of Local Cheeses | Stretching out an offline tournament |
| 9 | Crisp Polenta Bites | Players rotating between poker tables |
| 10 | Smoked Trout Pâté with Crackers | Slow-rolling final table moments |
These Best 10 plates are plated small-format, with minimal crumbs and clean edges, so the green felt stays immaculate while the card lounge buzzes.
Classic Desserts for the Last Hand
When the final poker hands are revealed and the last chips are pushed forward, our dessert menu steps in for a smooth, cinematic close to your offline poker night.
Card-Room Pavlova
Crisp meringue with a soft centre, topped with seasonal Australian fruit and vanilla cream — a light finish after a long stretch of Texas Hold’em.
Dark Chocolate Tart
Silky dark chocolate on a cocoa pastry base, sliced into slender wedges that balance neatly beside playing cards and empty chip racks.
Affogato for the Night Owl
Espresso poured over vanilla bean ice-cream, ideal for players who stay to debrief tournament night around the card lounge.
Cinematic Card Lounge Cocktails
Our bar is tuned to the rhythm of offline poker. Every cocktail is designed to rest elegantly beside your stack of chips, with glassware selected to minimise spills and keep the green felt pristine.
Emerald High Roller
A deep green signature serve layered with botanicals and citrus, the unofficial drink of high roller tables deep into a Texas Hold’em run.
Brass Button Old Fashioned
A classic built over a single clear cube, perfect for slow contemplation of your next move in the card room.
Felt Glow Spritz
A lighter, sparkling option for guests drifting between poker tables, ideal for social poker nights and early evening gatherings.
Ask our team for the Best 10 Texas Hold’em table traditions we’ve seen built around these cocktails, from pre-deal toasting rituals to final-hand cheers.
Best 10 Bites Between Blinds
Designed for one-handed eating and minimal distraction, our Best 10 bites between blinds are favourites with both beginners and seasoned card-room regulars.
- Truffle Fries in low-profile bowls
- Mini Beef Pies with rich gravy
- Native Spiced Nut Mix
- Mini Chicken Skewers
- Grilled Halloumi Bites
- Saltbush Popcorn
- Marinated Olive Cups
- Veggie Sticks with Whipped Feta
- Mini Falafel with Tahini
- Dark Chocolate Card Squares
Each option is portioned and plated to keep fingers clean, cards crisp and chips easy to handle as blinds rise and table dynamics shift.
Discover Top 10 Offline Poker ExperiencesVegan, Gluten Free & Dietary Options
Every player at the table deserves a seat at the menu. Our kitchen prepares dedicated vegan, vegetarian, gluten free and other dietary-friendly dishes without compromising the atmosphere of the card lounge.
Charred Seasonal Vegetable Board
A colourful spread of flame-kissed vegetables with herb oil and crunchy seeds, naturally gluten free and perfect for sharing during steady table action.
Vegan Slider Trio
Plant-based patties with pickled vegetables on soft buns, designed so vegan guests can enjoy the same poker table traditions as everyone else.
Gluten Free Chickpea Fritters
Crisp-edged fritters with citrus dressing, served in compact portions to keep focus on cards, not cutlery.
Poker Night Drinks & Australian Wines
From crisp Australian whites to bold reds, craft beers and considered non-alcoholic choices, our drinks list is built to support long offline tournaments and relaxed card-room evenings.
Australian Wine Selection
A curated list from classic regions, ideal for pairing with steaks, seafood and slow-played poker nights in the lounge.
Craft Beers & Local Brews
Rotating taps and bottles chosen for flavour and balance, suitable for sharing rounds as players rotate between poker tables.
Non-Alcoholic & Low-Alcohol Choices
Thoughtfully mixed zero-proof options served in the same cinematic glassware, so every guest shares in the full card-room atmosphere.
Plan Your Next Offline Poker Night
Whether you are learning Texas Hold’em, chasing a seat at a high roller table or curating a social card-room gathering, our menu is designed to stay in step with the cards, chips and conversation.