The Velvet Token Offline Poker Dining Lounge
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The Velvet Token Restaurant

Restaurant · Card Lounge · Offline Poker

Welcome to The Velvet Token Restaurant

Step into an oasis of sophisticated dining and premium entertainment, where Australian culinary artistry blends seamlessly with the nation's most refined offline poker and card lounge experience.

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Offline Poker, the Card Lounge, Card Room and all Poker Tables at The Velvet Token are dedicated to recreational, social entertainment only.

Guests enjoy friendly offline poker and social card games using symbolic poker chips exclusively, with no gambling, betting or real-money prizes involved.

The Velvet Token dining room and adjoining offline poker card lounge with premium poker tables
A dark contemporary dining room opening into a card lounge with premium poker tables and symbolic poker chips.
Signature Dining & Offline Poker

Charcoal-grilled Australian produce, intimate lighting and an elevated card lounge ambience for social poker evenings.

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Weekly Poker Sessions Texas Hold'em

Join friendly Texas Hold'em and social card sessions in our Private Poker Lounge, using symbolic poker chips in a relaxed setting.

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Our Dining Philosophy

Crafted Moments, Curated Evenings

At The Velvet Token, our ethos is centered on crafting exceptional moments: every ingredient is thoughtfully sourced, every dish meticulously composed, and each detail curated to inspire lasting memories. From the first pour of champagne to the final dessert course before an evening in the Card Lounge, our team orchestrates a seamless rhythm between refined dining and premium card room comfort.

Our culinary direction is rooted in Australia's vibrant produce and coastal abundance, expressed through a dark, editorial presentation that mirrors the atmosphere of our Card Room and Private Poker Lounge. Plates are composed with precision, yet designed to feel generous and convivial, encouraging long conversations and lingering Texas Hold'em evenings.

  • Seasonally driven menus showcasing Australian growers, fisheries and artisanal suppliers
  • Signature Dining experiences that pair naturally with our Card Lounge and Poker Tables
  • Menus designed for both intimate dinners and extended Weekly Poker Sessions with friends or colleagues
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Ambient dining room interior with deep charcoal walls, copper accents and walnut furnishings
Ambient evening lighting, deep charcoal walls and copper highlights create a contemporary dining sanctuary beside the Card Lounge.

Ambience & Interior

Dark Contemporary Dining Club

Bask in ambient evening lighting, surrounded by deep charcoal walls, copper accents and plush walnut furnishings—an inviting atmosphere that captures the essence of contemporary dining perfection. The restaurant flows naturally into the Card Lounge, blurring the line between a refined dining room and a relaxed Private Poker Lounge.

Seating is arranged to create intimate pockets of conversation while retaining clear sightlines to the Card Room, where premium Poker Tables await friendly offline poker and social card games. Gentle illumination, low-level music and tactile materials evoke the mood of a luxury poker lounge while keeping the focus on culinary excellence.

  • Deep charcoal palette with warm walnut and copper details
  • Thoughtful acoustics for both relaxed dining and focused card play
  • Flexible layouts for Private Dining & exclusive offline poker evenings
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Meet the Chef

Australian Produce, Global Technique

Our executive chef brings a passion for innovation and local produce, inspired by Australia’s culinary landscape and global technique, to elevate every plate. From coal-fired steaks and delicate seafood to layered desserts that close the evening before a Texas Hold'em session, each dish is designed to complement the rhythm of the night.

The menu is structured to accommodate long-form evenings that combine Premium Steaks, multi-course dining and time in the Card Room. Small plates, sharable platters and thoughtful late-night options allow guests to refresh between Offline Poker hands without leaving the atmosphere of the Private Poker Lounge.

Chef's Selection

Limited seasonal menus that celebrate peak produce and pair beautifully with our wine collection.

Poker Night Pairings

Curated snacks and plates designed specifically for poker nights and Weekly Poker Sessions.

Private Dining

Bespoke menus for corporate poker evenings, birthdays and intimate card lounge gatherings.

Signature steak plated with seasonal accompaniments
Meticulously aged premium steaks, finished over custom charcoal grills and served with artful accompaniments.

Signature Steaks

Charcoal-Grilled Australian Excellence

Explore our meticulously aged premium steaks, prepared to order on custom charcoal grills and finished with pinpoint precision. Each cut is rested, carved and plated to balance richness with freshness—ideal for enjoying before, after or during a relaxed evening in the Card Lounge.

Signature sauces, smoked butters and charcoal vegetables echo the dark, copper-lit aesthetic of the restaurant and Card Room. Guests can savour a full steak experience in the dining room or request service timed to align with Texas Hold'em evenings and Weekly Poker Sessions.

Premium Steaks Dry-aged cuts
Charcoal Grill Wood smoke
Sharing cuts Poker-friendly plates
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Grill & Seafood Showcase

Oceans, Pastures & the Charcoal Grill

Experience a celebration of the oceans and pastures: wild-caught seafood, shellfish medleys and vegetable-forward grill selections showcase the finest produce of the season. From blistered shellfish platters ideal for sharing around Poker Tables to delicately grilled fish that pairs effortlessly with our wine list, every dish is designed with both flavour and flow in mind.

  • Wild-caught line fish and sustainably sourced shellfish
  • Charcoal-grilled vegetables and plant-focused mains
  • Plates designed to complement Offline Poker Nights and social card gatherings
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Decadent Desserts

A Velvet Finale

Indulge in our pastry chef's seasonal creations—elegant desserts harmonizing classic flavours with contemporary flair. From layered chocolate textures and brûléed citrus to chilled parfaits and petit fours, each plate is designed as a refined close to both dinner and a Social Poker evening.

For Private Poker Rooms and corporate poker evenings, bespoke dessert trolleys and shared sweet arrangements can be curated to match your event's pacing, allowing guests to enjoy something sweet between Texas Hold'em hands.

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Signature Cocktails & Wine Collection

A Curated Beverage Journey

Signature cocktails and wine bottles displayed at a dark copper-lit bar
Bespoke cocktails and a considered wine collection, tailored to complement both dining and card lounge evenings.

Savour a curated beverage journey with bespoke cocktails, local and international wines and top-shelf spirits designed to complement your meal. The bar team focuses on flavours that sit comfortably throughout an evening—from aperitif spritzes and martinis before Offline Poker Nights to nightcaps in the Private Poker Lounge.

  • Signature cocktails inspired by classic poker motifs and symbolic poker chips
  • Cellar selections highlighting Australian regions and old-world producers
  • Low- and no-alcohol options perfect for extended Weekly Poker Sessions
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Lounge & Card Room Atmosphere

A Private Poker Lounge Beside the Dining Room

The adjoining card lounge features comfortable seating, premium poker tables and a welcoming ambience perfect for socialising or enjoying a relaxed game night. Designed as a Private Poker Lounge extension of the restaurant, the Card Room continues the dark, copper-lit aesthetic while introducing custom tables, ergonomic seating and discreet service pathways.

Whether you are joining a Weekly Poker Session or hosting a private poker evening, the Card Lounge is configured for connection: guests can converse easily across Poker Tables, enjoy small plates between hands and savour cocktails without interrupting play.

  • Premium Poker Tables with felt surfaces and integrated areas for symbolic poker chips
  • Comfortable seating with generous spacing for Social Poker and friendly Texas Hold'em
  • Private Poker Rooms for intimate groups, executives and special celebrations
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Card lounge seating with premium poker tables and ambient lighting
Comfortable seating and premium poker tables create a refined Card Room setting for Offline Poker and social card experiences.

A Social Card Experience

Guests are invited to participate in friendly offline poker or social card games using symbolic poker chips; tables are reserved for recreational community entertainment only. The focus is on conversation, strategy and shared evenings—not on gambling, betting or financial gain.

Our team is trained to support Responsible Play, ensuring every Offline Poker Night and Texas Hold'em evening remains relaxed, inclusive and enjoyable for all guests.

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Weekly Poker Evenings

Texas Hold'em & Social Poker Sessions

Join our regular Texas Hold’em and social card sessions—immersive nights designed to build connection, skill and camaraderie within Australia’s premier poker dining community. Each evening begins with a warm welcome in the restaurant before guests transition into the Card Lounge and Card Room.

Our hosts create a relaxed structure for Weekly Poker Sessions, ensuring that newcomers feel comfortable while seasoned players enjoy a premium card experience. Symbolic poker chips, clear etiquette and a focus on social enjoyment define every Offline Poker Night at The Velvet Token.

  • Curated Social Poker evenings featuring Texas Hold'em and other friendly card games
  • Dedicated hosts to guide new guests through rules, pacing and Responsible Play
  • Integrated dining options, from pre-session dinners to in-lounge snacks and desserts
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Private Dining & Poker Lounge

Exclusive Evenings, Seamless Hospitality

Reserve exclusive spaces for private celebrations, business gatherings or intimate card room evenings, all delivered with seamless hospitality and premium service. The restaurant's Private Dining rooms sit steps away from the Private Poker Lounge, allowing your guests to move effortlessly between courses and Social Poker sessions.

Our team curates every detail—from bespoke menus and paired wines to symbolic poker chip sets and table arrangements—so hosts can relax and enjoy the evening. Whether you are planning a corporate poker evening, a birthday celebration or a multi-room venue hire, The Velvet Token offers a uniquely Australian offline poker dining experience.

  • Private Dining with optional access to dedicated Card Room and Poker Tables
  • Corporate poker evenings focused on team-building and social engagement
  • Custom Responsible Play briefings tailored to your group
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Plan Your Evening

Reserve Your Table at The Velvet Token

Begin with Signature Dining in our contemporary restaurant before moving into the Card Lounge for an evening of Offline Poker, Social Poker and friendly Texas Hold'em sessions with symbolic poker chips only.

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For corporate poker evenings, venue hire or Private Poker Lounge experiences, please visit our Events page or contact our reservations team.