Functions and events in Townsville

Make an occasion of it

A rooftop celebration by the pool, a long lunch that turns into an evening or a gathering at StreetFront in the heart of Flinders Street. Rambutan brings a little holiday feeling to getting together.

Rambutan Townsville rooftop pool and function area
RooftopPoolside atmosphere and city views
StreetFrontGround-floor setting on Flinders Street
TailoredSharing food, dining packages and flexible formats
StayOn-site rooms and villas for your guests
Sharing food and wine at Rambutan Townsville
Food worth gathering around
Some occasions deserve a change of scenery

A little holiday feeling, without leaving the city

From birthdays and engagement parties to team celebrations and product launches, Rambutan combines distinctive spaces, generous food and a warm welcome for your guests.

  • Rooftop poolside events and relaxed city-view gatherings
  • StreetFront dinners, meetings and social celebrations
  • Sharing platters, wood-fired pizza and two structured dining experiences
  • Accommodation on site for couples, families and larger groups
Choose your setting

Two distinctive ways to celebrate

Take the occasion upstairs to Rambutan's rooftop oasis or gather at StreetFront, where coastal style meets the energy of Flinders Street.

Rooftop function space beside the pool at Rambutan Townsville
Third floor

Rooftop

Mediterranean style, poolside atmosphere, covered and open-air areas, communal tables and relaxed seating overlooking the city and marina precinct.

  • Poolside
  • City views
  • Wood-fired pizza
  • Cocktails
StreetFront bar and restaurant at Rambutan Townsville
Ground floor

StreetFront

A coastal-inspired bar and restaurant in the heart of Flinders Street, suited to family celebrations, dinners, business meetings and team gatherings.

  • Flexible layout
  • Central location
  • Dining
  • Business events
Rooftop spaces

Find the right fit for your guest list

The City View Balcony can be configured across three sections, while Armati's Dining Room provides a dedicated seated setting.

City View Balcony at Rambutan Townsville
City View Balcony

Views across Ross Creek and the marina

A relaxed balcony setting for canapés, share platters and pizzas, with three sections that can be matched to the size of your group.

Left side40-50 seated

Up to 70 standing

Mid balcony20-25 seated

Up to 30 standing

Right side20-40 seated

Up to 50 standing

Armati's Dining Room50-60 guests

Reserved dining section

StreetFront

Coastal style. City energy.

Stylish without feeling formal, StreetFront can adapt to family celebrations, dinners with friends, business meetings and team gatherings.

StreetFront function setting overlooking Flinders Street in Townsville
Right in the heart of Flinders Street

A relaxed setting that can change with the occasion

StreetFront gives your guests easy access to Townsville's restaurant and nightlife precinct, with a flexible interior that works equally well for a social gathering or a more structured meal.

Tell the functions team what you have in mind and they can help bring the setting, food and drinks together.

Rambutan function menu

Made for sharing, celebrating and staying awhile

Start with generous sharing food, add wood-fired pizza or choose a structured dining experience.

Sharing platters and substantial canapésFrom $90

Antipasto Platter

Cured and smoked meats, smoked salmon, homemade dips, marinated olives, sundried tomatoes, grilled vegetables, cheese and crackers.

$169

Substantial Canapés

Choose sliders, vegetarian sliders, sausage rolls, Thai beef salad boxes, fish and chips boxes or Italian meatball and spaghetti boxes.

$90

Chef's Platter

Choose five favourites from the chef's canapé selection.

$169

Seafood Platter

Fresh and Kilpatrick oysters, king prawns, salt and pepper calamari, salmon, beer-battered flathead and scallops with fries and sauces.

$199

Substantial canapé quantities vary by item. Sliders and sausage rolls are 12 per platter; boxed items have a minimum order of 12.

Chef's platter selectionsChoose five favourites

Seafood and meat

Tempura prawns, smoked salmon croutons, spicy meatballs, chicken and chorizo skewers, lemon pepper calamari and pulled pork on crispy puri.

Vegetarian options

Chickpea and caramelised onion rolls, potato cakes, bocconcini stacks, bruschetta crostini, vegetable spring rolls and truffle arancini.

Classic canapé

Mixed quiche served with tomato sauce.

(V) Vegetarian · (GF) Gluten free · (VE) Vegan · Seafood origin: (I) Imported · (A) Australian · (M) Mixed origin.

Wood-fired pizza, cheese and dessertRelaxed group favourites

Medium pizza platter

Choose five pizzas from the function selection.

$79

Large pizza platter

Choose five pizzas from the function selection.

$95

Cheese Board

Camembert, bocconcini, brie and cheddar with seasonal fruit and crackers.

$130

Dessert Platters

Sticky date pudding, chocolate cheesecake, brownie, mango mousse, lemon meringue Eton mess and berries.

$130

Pizza choices: Margherita, pork lovers, BBQ chicken & bacon, Italian job, prosciutto, vegetarian, pepperoni, chilli prawn, supreme, BBQ meat lovers, Hawaiian and Fantastic Four.

Signature Dining Experience$65 per person

A relaxed three-course experience with sharing entrées, alternate-drop mains and a homemade dessert.

Entrées to share

Classic tomato and basil bruschetta plus golden tempura prawns with sweet chilli sauce and lemon.

Alternate-drop mains

Char-grilled 300 g rump steak with fries, garden salad and red wine jus; crispy-skin salmon with mashed potato, asparagus, roasted cherry tomatoes and béarnaise sauce.

Dessert

Warm homemade sticky date pudding with butterscotch sauce and vanilla ice cream.

Celebration Dining Experience$79 per person

An elevated dining experience with sharing bread, a plated entrée, premium main-course choices and alternate-drop desserts.

To start

Stone-baked flatbread with garlic butter and balsamic vinegar, followed by golden arancini with garlic aioli.

Main course

Choose herb-crusted duck breast, char-grilled 300 g Scotch fillet, or a harvest grain and roasted vegetable bowl.

Desserts

Alternate drop of classic vanilla crème brûlée and Berry Bliss Pavlova.

Signature Dining Experience at Rambutan Townsville
Signature Dining Experience $65 per person
Golden arancini from Rambutan's Celebration Dining Experience
Celebration Dining Experience $79 per person
Dietary requirementsConfirm before booking

Vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options are identified across selected menu items. Please advise the functions team of allergies and dietary requirements before selections are finalised.

Antipasto platter for Rambutan functions
Made for sharing
Seafood platter for Rambutan functions
Seafood platter
Wood-fired pizza served at Rambutan Townsville
Wood-fired pizza
Stay with us

Make a night of it. Or a weekend.

With accommodation on site, the end of your event does not have to mean the end of the occasion. Stay at Rambutan and enjoy the hotel facilities, including the rooftop pool, restaurants and bars.

Guest accommodation at Rambutan Townsville
Guests enjoying the rooftop pool at Rambutan Townsville
Stay on-site and enjoy Rambutan's rooftop pool and hotel facilities.
Rambutan Townsville guest room
Up to 2 guests

King Rooms

A stylish place to unwind, with rooftop pool views, air conditioning and a flat-screen TV.

Up to 2 guests

Queen Rooms

A comfortable base for solo travellers and couples, with everything close at hand.

Up to 2 guests

Queen Accessible Rooms

Wheelchair access and modified bathrooms for guests with accessibility requirements.

Up to 4 guests

Twin Double Rooms

Ideal for friends and small groups, with access to a guest lounge, kitchen and laundry facilities.

Up to 6 guests

Deluxe Rooms

Interconnecting King and twin bunk rooms give families and friends space to stay together.

Up to 9 guests

Self-contained Villas

Multiple bedrooms and the convenience of self-contained accommodation for larger groups.

From idea to event

A simple planning process

Share the essentials and Rambutan's functions team will help bring the space, menu and stay together.

1

Tell us your plans

Send your preferred date, event type, approximate guest numbers and the atmosphere you have in mind.

2

Choose the details

Work through the available space, food, drinks, dietary requirements and accommodation options.

3

Confirm and celebrate

Complete the booking requirements, finalise numbers and let the Rambutan team bring it all together.

Good to know

Function FAQs

Key conditions from Rambutan's current functions pack.

How do I confirm a booking?

Tentative bookings may be held for up to five days. Confirmation requires the completed and signed booking form, a 50% deposit and credit card details.

When are food selections and final numbers due?

Food selections, full payment for food and final guest numbers are required 14 days before the event, with any management discretion considered case by case. Additional guests remain subject to seat availability.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellations made four weeks in advance receive a full refund. Cancellations inside four weeks forfeit the deposit, while cancellations inside seven days forfeit all payments and deposits.

Can minors attend?

Minors, babies and infants require prior management approval, may attend authorised areas only, must remain in the immediate presence of a responsible adult and are permitted only until 9 pm.

Does Rambutan accept 18th birthday parties?

Yes. Rambutan welcomes 18th birthday celebrations provided a responsible adult aged 25 or over is present for the entire event. Bookings that do not meet this requirement may be refused.

Can we bring a celebration cake?

Yes. You may bring one cake, with a cake knife, plates and serviettes provided free of charge.

What decorations are allowed?

Simple decorations and theming may be permitted at the hotel's discretion. Glitter, confetti, confetti cannons, table scatters and similar decorative materials are prohibited.

How late is the function space reserved?

Function duration is confirmed before the event and coordinated with venue trading hours. Spaces are not reserved beyond 9 pm, and back-to-back bookings require the area to be vacated one hour before the next function.

Can leftover function food be taken home?

Speak to the function coordinator before the event. A waiver must be signed if leftover food is taken from the premises, and Rambutan cannot take responsibility once it has left the venue.

Let's get together

Ready to start planning?

Send Rambutan your preferred date, approximate guest numbers and event idea. The functions team will help you explore the best available setting, menu and accommodation options.

Rambutan Townsville in the Flinders Street precinct