Simmer on the BayEST. Prior to 1930

13 Hickson Road, The Rocks, New South Wales, Australia
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Florals: Jardine Botanic | We welcome the opportunity to discuss your upcoming special event and the role which Simmer can play in bringing it to life.
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Nestled on the waterfront alongside Simmer on the Bay is one of Sydney’s best kept secrets - the Simmer Café.
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You can rely on our experience as we work with you to theme and decorate our waterfront space, craft a celebratory menu to set your guests tastebuds alight and take care of every detail.
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Your wedding day is the ultimate occasion to savour, an unforgettable blend of the perfect location, exquisite food, exceptional service and... absolutely no hassles!
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Simmer on the Bay has played host to vibrant, stylish and polished corporate events, weddings and other private celebrations in Sydney for over 11 years.
venue photo
Our professional and experienced team take care of every aspect of your event from theming and entertainment to staff and logistics .
venue photo
Dedicated to making food a feast for the eye and the palate, the inspired Simmer Catering team will craft a sublime menu to complement the style of your function.
venue photo
Our talented and creative chefs tantalise the tastebuds and delight the senses with innovative menus crafted from the freshest of produce.
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Florals: Jardine Botanic | The Simmer Catering and Events co-ordinators have the talent, imagination and trusted suppliers to arrange every aspect of your event.
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Florals: Jardine Botanic | The creative concepts that we can develop are endless - we can source and provide the props for a theme you already have in mind or we can come up with an entirely new creative concept for you.
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Florals: Jardine Botanic | We welcome the opportunity to discuss your upcoming special event and the role which Simmer can play in bringing it to life.
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Nestled on the waterfront alongside Simmer on the Bay is one of Sydney’s best kept secrets - the Simmer Café.
venue photo
You can rely on our experience as we work with you to theme and decorate our waterfront space, craft a celebratory menu to set your guests tastebuds alight and take care of every detail.
venue photo
Your wedding day is the ultimate occasion to savour, an unforgettable blend of the perfect location, exquisite food, exceptional service and... absolutely no hassles!
venue photo
Simmer on the Bay has played host to vibrant, stylish and polished corporate events, weddings and other private celebrations in Sydney for over 11 years.
venue photo
Our professional and experienced team take care of every aspect of your event from theming and entertainment to staff and logistics .
venue photo
Dedicated to making food a feast for the eye and the palate, the inspired Simmer Catering team will craft a sublime menu to complement the style of your function.
venue photo
Our talented and creative chefs tantalise the tastebuds and delight the senses with innovative menus crafted from the freshest of produce.
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Florals: Jardine Botanic | The Simmer Catering and Events co-ordinators have the talent, imagination and trusted suppliers to arrange every aspect of your event.
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Florals: Jardine Botanic | The creative concepts that we can develop are endless - we can source and provide the props for a theme you already have in mind or we can come up with an entirely new creative concept for you.
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Florals: Jardine Botanic | We welcome the opportunity to discuss your upcoming special event and the role which Simmer can play in bringing it to life.
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Nestled on the waterfront alongside Simmer on the Bay is one of Sydney’s best kept secrets - the Simmer Café.
venue photo
You can rely on our experience as we work with you to theme and decorate our waterfront space, craft a celebratory menu to set your guests tastebuds alight and take care of every detail.
venue photo
Your wedding day is the ultimate occasion to savour, an unforgettable blend of the perfect location, exquisite food, exceptional service and... absolutely no hassles!
venue photo
Simmer on the Bay has played host to vibrant, stylish and polished corporate events, weddings and other private celebrations in Sydney for over 11 years.
venue photo
Our professional and experienced team take care of every aspect of your event from theming and entertainment to staff and logistics .
venue photo
Dedicated to making food a feast for the eye and the palate, the inspired Simmer Catering team will craft a sublime menu to complement the style of your function.
venue photo
Our talented and creative chefs tantalise the tastebuds and delight the senses with innovative menus crafted from the freshest of produce.
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Florals: Jardine Botanic | The Simmer Catering and Events co-ordinators have the talent, imagination and trusted suppliers to arrange every aspect of your event.
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Florals: Jardine Botanic | The creative concepts that we can develop are endless - we can source and provide the props for a theme you already have in mind or we can come up with an entirely new creative concept for you.
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Florals: Jardine Botanic | We welcome the opportunity to discuss your upcoming special event and the role which Simmer can play in bringing it to life.
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Florals: Jardine Botanic
Nestled on the waterfront alongside Simmer on the Bay is one of Sydney’s best kept secrets - the Simmer Café.
venue photo
You can rely on our experience as we work with you to theme and decorate our waterfront space, craft a celebratory menu to set your guests tastebuds alight and take care of every detail.
venue photo
Your wedding day is the ultimate occasion to savour, an unforgettable blend of the perfect location, exquisite food, exceptional service and... absolutely no hassles!
venue photo
Simmer on the Bay has played host to vibrant, stylish and polished corporate events, weddings and other private celebrations in Sydney for over 11 years.
venue photo
UsersSpace only
Up to 450 guests
Avg. venue rate
Rate info
$10k - $55k

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Simmer on the Bay is a modern, inspirational and versatile space, centrally located in Sydney’s cultural zone.

This chameleon like space can be adapted for private or corporate use from weddings to conferences and product launches. Simmer also showcases as a gallery providing a timeless artistic backdrop for exhibitions.

The Lowdown

Venue use

Space only

Best for these Occasions

anniversarybirthday partycorporate eventdinner partyengagement partyholiday partyProduct Launchrehearsal dinner / Welcome Receptionsocial eventwedding receptionWorkshops: Creative, Photo, etc.

Venue type

Banquet Hall / Event FacilityBeach / Lake / Waterfront LocationHistoric BuildingLoft / Warehouse Building

Views

oceanCoastline

Style

RusticIndustrialSophisticatedUrban

Venue Settings

Simmer on the Bay is a modern, inspirational and versatile space, centrally located in Sydney’s cultural zone.

This chameleon like space can be adapted for private or corporate use from weddings to conferences and product launches. Simmer also showcases as a gallery providing a timeless artistic backdrop for exhibitions.

Capacity

250Seated450Standing
Fees

(Prices listed here are estimates only & are subject to change)

Venue price range
Does this include catering fees?
Yes
Estimated price per head
$110 – $200
Additional charges
Please note that the maximum price may vary depending on catering requirements and final numbers. Cleaning and costs for security also apply, which will depend on final numbers of the event.
Insurance

Additional insurance may be required depending on the event

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Amenities

Event Logistics

Essential logistics and amenities for a seamless, memorable event.

Celebrations hosted here since
Prior to 1930
Curfew
12 AM
Venue spaces
Indoor & Outdoor Venue Spaces Available
Catering
Client must use the catering provided by the venue
Alcohol
Provided by Venue for fee – you must use the venue for all alcohol services, Licensed Server is Required
Music
Indoors Only
Smoking
Designated Smoking Areas Only
Handicap Accessible
Yes

Onsite amenities

Street ParkingDining ChairsDining TablesOnsite Restroomsother