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The Daring Squire
- COVID Safe
- Bar, Restaurant
- 300 Max Attendees
- 22 km from Airport 14 miles from Airport
- 2 Event Rooms
- 0 Accomm. Rooms
Description
Some called him cheeky, some called him a convict, some even called him a legend. What we do know is that James Squire was a daring character indeed.
The Daring Squire, Wollongong's best new brew house, will honour his legacy by celebrating a love of quality craft beers matched with modern pub food. Whether you're planning a small get-to-gether or a lavish three course...
Some called him cheeky, some called him a convict, some even called him a legend. What we do know is that James Squire was a daring character indeed.
The Daring Squire, Wollongong's best new brew house, will honour his legacy by celebrating a love of quality craft beers matched with modern pub food. Whether you're planning a small get-to-gether or a lavish three course function, our versatile venue is the PERFECT spot for you.
Features & Facilities
Facilities
Event Guidelines
Catering Options
COVID Safe
Frequently Asked Questions
Event Rooms
Bistro
Entire Venue
Event Room Layouts
Menus
Menus
Set Menu - Main Only
Includes a side of toasted baguette and a choice of main per person View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| MAIN SELECTION | Yes | |
| CHICKEN SCHNITZEL with chips and salad, & your choice of gravy, mushroom or pepper sauce | Yes | |
| SNAPPER (GF) served with pearl barley, asparagus, and a citrus dressing | Yes | |
| BEEF CHEEK Served on a bed of mashed potato, sauteed kale, pickled mushroom & red wine jus | Yes | |
| BRISKET SALAD (GF) slow cooked beef brisket served with house salad, sun dried tomatoes, toasted sesame seeds & a smokey BBQ and french mustard dressing | Yes | |
| VEGAN CRUNCHY CREPE (VG) filled with saute vegetables, panko crumbed and fried, served with a vegan green apple sauce & fragrant green rice | Yes |
Set Menu - Entree + Main
Includes a side of toasted baguette and a choice of entree and main per person View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| ENTREE SELECTION | Yes | |
| MUSHROOM ARANCINI (V) with sweet potato puree | Yes | |
| LEMON PEPPER SQUID with citrus aioli | Yes | |
| PORK BELLY BITES with a sticky asian style sauce | Yes | |
| ZUCCHINI FRITTERS (GF,V) | Yes | |
| CLASSIC GARLIC PRAWNS | Yes | |
| MAIN SELECTION | Yes | |
| CHICKEN SCHNITZEL with chips and salad, & your choice of gravy, mushroom or pepper sauce | Yes | |
| SNAPPER (GF) served with pearl barley, asparagus, and a citrus dressing | Yes | |
| BEEF CHEEK Served on a bed of mashed potato, sauteed kale, pickled mushroom & red wine jus | Yes | |
| BRISKET SALAD (GF) slow cooked beef brisket served with house salad, sun dried tomatoes, toasted sesame seeds & a smokey BBQ and french mustard dressing | Yes | |
| VEGAN CRUNCHY CREPE (VG) filled with saute vegetables, panko crumbed and fried, served with a vegan green apple sauce & fragrant green rice | Yes | |
| TOFU NOODLES (VG) fried tofu, udon noodles, shiitake mushrooms, broccolini, asian herbs & teriyaki sauce | Yes |
Beverages
Cash Bar
With a fully stocked bar, your guests will be able to select any drinks available for purchase at bar prices throughout your function. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| Guests to purchase beverages individually at the bar | Yes |
Bar Tab
A bar tab is the most simple and flexible option for your beverages. It can be setup at the beginning of your function with a specified monetary or time limit e.g. $500. Your limit can be revised as your function progresses and increased if need be. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| A bar tab is the most simple and flexible option for your beverages. | Yes |
Standard Beverage Package
Our drink packages are designed for those who wish to have a more controlled offering outside of bar tab. Prices listed are per person for a 3 hour duration and all guests must be paid for. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| All tap beer & ciders (excluding limited releases) | ||
| James Boags Premium Light | ||
| Morgan’s Bay Sparkling Cuvee NV | ||
| 821 South Sauvignon Blanc | ||
| Lindeman’s 'Henrys Son' Chardonnay | ||
| Seppelt 'The Drives' shiraz | ||
| Rothbury Estate Cabernet Merlot | ||
| Soft drink & Fruit Juice |
Premium Beverage Package
Our drink packages are designed for those who wish to have a more controlled offering outside of bar tab. Prices listed are per person for a 3 hour duration and all guests must be paid for. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| All tap beer & ciders (excluding limited releases) | ||
| James Boags Premium Light | ||
| Morgan’s Bay Sparkling Cuvee NV | ||
| 821 South Sauvignon Blanc | ||
| Lindeman’s 'Henrys Son' Chardonnay | ||
| Seppelt 'The Drives' shiraz | ||
| Rothbury Estate Cabernet Merlot | ||
| T’gallant Prosecco | ||
| Squealing Pig Rose | ||
| Run Riot Sauvignon Blanc | ||
| Audrey Wilkinson Chardonnay | ||
| Fickle Mistress Pinot Noir | ||
| Pepperjack Shiraz | ||
| Sparkling Mineral Water, Soft Drinks, Fruit Juices |
Menus
Set Menu - Main Only
Includes a side of toasted baguette and a choice of main per person View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| MAIN SELECTION | Yes | |
| CHICKEN SCHNITZEL with chips and salad, & your choice of gravy, mushroom or pepper sauce | Yes | |
| SNAPPER (GF) served with pearl barley, asparagus, and a citrus dressing | Yes | |
| BEEF CHEEK Served on a bed of mashed potato, sauteed kale, pickled mushroom & red wine jus | Yes | |
| BRISKET SALAD (GF) slow cooked beef brisket served with house salad, sun dried tomatoes, toasted sesame seeds & a smokey BBQ and french mustard dressing | Yes | |
| VEGAN CRUNCHY CREPE (VG) filled with saute vegetables, panko crumbed and fried, served with a vegan green apple sauce & fragrant green rice | Yes |
Set Menu - Entree + Main
Includes a side of toasted baguette and a choice of entree and main per person View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| ENTREE SELECTION | Yes | |
| MUSHROOM ARANCINI (V) with sweet potato puree | Yes | |
| LEMON PEPPER SQUID with citrus aioli | Yes | |
| PORK BELLY BITES with a sticky asian style sauce | Yes | |
| ZUCCHINI FRITTERS (GF,V) | Yes | |
| CLASSIC GARLIC PRAWNS | Yes | |
| MAIN SELECTION | Yes | |
| CHICKEN SCHNITZEL with chips and salad, & your choice of gravy, mushroom or pepper sauce | Yes | |
| SNAPPER (GF) served with pearl barley, asparagus, and a citrus dressing | Yes | |
| BEEF CHEEK Served on a bed of mashed potato, sauteed kale, pickled mushroom & red wine jus | Yes | |
| BRISKET SALAD (GF) slow cooked beef brisket served with house salad, sun dried tomatoes, toasted sesame seeds & a smokey BBQ and french mustard dressing | Yes | |
| VEGAN CRUNCHY CREPE (VG) filled with saute vegetables, panko crumbed and fried, served with a vegan green apple sauce & fragrant green rice | Yes | |
| TOFU NOODLES (VG) fried tofu, udon noodles, shiitake mushrooms, broccolini, asian herbs & teriyaki sauce | Yes |
Beverages
Cash Bar
With a fully stocked bar, your guests will be able to select any drinks available for purchase at bar prices throughout your function. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| Guests to purchase beverages individually at the bar | Yes |
Bar Tab
A bar tab is the most simple and flexible option for your beverages. It can be setup at the beginning of your function with a specified monetary or time limit e.g. $500. Your limit can be revised as your function progresses and increased if need be. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| A bar tab is the most simple and flexible option for your beverages. | Yes |
Standard Beverage Package
Our drink packages are designed for those who wish to have a more controlled offering outside of bar tab. Prices listed are per person for a 3 hour duration and all guests must be paid for. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| All tap beer & ciders (excluding limited releases) | ||
| James Boags Premium Light | ||
| Morgan’s Bay Sparkling Cuvee NV | ||
| 821 South Sauvignon Blanc | ||
| Lindeman’s 'Henrys Son' Chardonnay | ||
| Seppelt 'The Drives' shiraz | ||
| Rothbury Estate Cabernet Merlot | ||
| Soft drink & Fruit Juice |
Premium Beverage Package
Our drink packages are designed for those who wish to have a more controlled offering outside of bar tab. Prices listed are per person for a 3 hour duration and all guests must be paid for. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| All tap beer & ciders (excluding limited releases) | ||
| James Boags Premium Light | ||
| Morgan’s Bay Sparkling Cuvee NV | ||
| 821 South Sauvignon Blanc | ||
| Lindeman’s 'Henrys Son' Chardonnay | ||
| Seppelt 'The Drives' shiraz | ||
| Rothbury Estate Cabernet Merlot | ||
| T’gallant Prosecco | ||
| Squealing Pig Rose | ||
| Run Riot Sauvignon Blanc | ||
| Audrey Wilkinson Chardonnay | ||
| Fickle Mistress Pinot Noir | ||
| Pepperjack Shiraz | ||
| Sparkling Mineral Water, Soft Drinks, Fruit Juices |
Menus
Share Platters
Select from our range of appetiser share platters, each serving 8-10 guests. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| Cheese Platter - A selection of Australian cheeses served with crackers | Yes | A$85.00 |
| Dips Platter - A trio of dips served with breads | Yes | A$55.00 |
| Antipasto Platter - A selection of marinated vegetables & deli meats served with crackers | Yes | A$100.00 |
| Fresh Fruit Platter - Selection of seasonal fresh fruits | Yes | A$70.00 |
| Sandwich Platter - A selection of your favourite sandwiches on white, seeded and wholemeal bread (x15). Gluten free available on request. | Yes | A$80.00 |
Canape Menu - 5 pieces
Includes your selection of 5 items from our cocktail menu. Minimum of 30 guests. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| Zucchini fritters with chilli jam and citrus aioli (GF, V) | Yes | |
| Vegan crepes with green apple sauce (VG, DF) | Yes | |
| Oysters, fresh with lime (DF, GF) | Yes | |
| Spiced squid with citrus aioli | Yes | |
| Tomato and garlic prawns served with bread (DF) | Yes | |
| Chorizo and prawn skewers (DF, GF) | Yes | |
| Olives (GF,DF, VG) | Yes | |
| Mushroom arancini (V) | Yes | |
| House battered fish with tartare | Yes | |
| Pork meatballs in spicy tomato sauce | Yes | |
| Grilled asparagus wrapped in prosciutto (GF, DF) | Yes | |
| Oven baked brie with tomato and chilli chutney (GF, V) | Yes | |
| Pulled beef slider with lettuce and pickle and bbq sauce (DF) | Yes | |
| Pulled pork slider with chilli jam and slaw (DF) | Yes | |
| Polenta chips with aioli (DF, GF, V) (VG with no aioli) | Yes |
Canape Menu - 8 pieces
Includes your selection of 8 items from our cocktail menu. Minimum of 30 guests. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| Zucchini fritters with chilli jam and citrus aioli (GF, V) | Yes | |
| Vegan crepes with green apple sauce (VG, DF) | Yes | |
| Oysters, fresh with lime (DF, GF) | Yes | |
| Spiced squid with citrus aioli | Yes | |
| Tomato and garlic prawns served with bread (DF) | Yes | |
| Chorizo and prawn skewers (DF, GF) | Yes | |
| Olives (GF,DF, VG) | Yes | |
| Mushroom arancini (V) | Yes | |
| House battered fish with tartare | Yes | |
| Pork meatballs in spicy tomato sauce | Yes | |
| Grilled asparagus wrapped in prosciutto (GF, DF) | Yes | |
| Oven baked brie with tomato and chilli chutney (GF, V) | Yes | |
| Pulled beef slider with lettuce and pickle and bbq sauce (DF) | Yes | |
| Pulled pork slider with chilli jam and slaw (DF) | Yes | |
| Polenta chips with aioli (DF, GF, V) (VG with no aioli) | Yes |
Canape Menu - 10 pieces
Includes your selection of 10 items from our cocktail menu. Minimum of 30 guests. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| Zucchini fritters with chilli jam and citrus aioli (GF, V) | Yes | |
| Vegan crepes with green apple sauce (VG, DF) | Yes | |
| Oysters, fresh with lime (DF, GF) | Yes | |
| Spiced squid with citrus aioli | Yes | |
| Tomato and garlic prawns served with bread (DF) | Yes | |
| Chorizo and prawn skewers (DF, GF) | Yes | |
| Olives (GF,DF, VG) | Yes | |
| Mushroom arancini (V) | Yes | |
| House battered fish with tartare | Yes | |
| Pork meatballs in spicy tomato sauce | Yes | |
| Grilled asparagus wrapped in prosciutto (GF, DF) | Yes | |
| Oven baked brie with tomato and chilli chutney (GF, V) | Yes | |
| Pulled beef slider with lettuce and pickle and bbq sauce (DF) | Yes | |
| Pulled pork slider with chilli jam and slaw (DF) | Yes | |
| Polenta chips with aioli (DF, GF, V) (VG with no aioli) | Yes |
Beverages
Cash Bar
With a fully stocked bar, your guests will be able to select any drinks available for purchase at bar prices throughout your function. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| Guests to purchase beverages individually at the bar | Yes |
Bar Tab
A bar tab is the most simple and flexible option for your beverages. It can be setup at the beginning of your function with a specified monetary or time limit e.g. $500. Your limit can be revised as your function progresses and increased if need be. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| A bar tab is the most simple and flexible option for your beverages. | Yes |
Standard Beverage Package
Our drink packages are designed for those who wish to have a more controlled offering outside of bar tab. Prices listed are per person for a 3 hour duration and all guests must be paid for. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| All tap beer & ciders (excluding limited releases) | ||
| James Boags Premium Light | ||
| Morgan’s Bay Sparkling Cuvee NV | ||
| 821 South Sauvignon Blanc | ||
| Lindeman’s 'Henrys Son' Chardonnay | ||
| Seppelt 'The Drives' shiraz | ||
| Rothbury Estate Cabernet Merlot | ||
| Soft drink & Fruit Juice |
Premium Beverage Package
Our drink packages are designed for those who wish to have a more controlled offering outside of bar tab. Prices listed are per person for a 3 hour duration and all guests must be paid for. View Items
| Items | Is Optional? | Additional Price |
|---|---|---|
| All tap beer & ciders (excluding limited releases) | ||
| James Boags Premium Light | ||
| Morgan’s Bay Sparkling Cuvee NV | ||
| 821 South Sauvignon Blanc | ||
| Lindeman’s 'Henrys Son' Chardonnay | ||
| Seppelt 'The Drives' shiraz | ||
| Rothbury Estate Cabernet Merlot | ||
| T’gallant Prosecco | ||
| Squealing Pig Rose | ||
| Run Riot Sauvignon Blanc | ||
| Audrey Wilkinson Chardonnay | ||
| Fickle Mistress Pinot Noir | ||
| Pepperjack Shiraz | ||
| Sparkling Mineral Water, Soft Drinks, Fruit Juices |
The Daring Squire
Wollongong
NSW Australia 2500
