



Alto
Thank you for considering Alto Tower restaurant at the Telstra Tower for your function. We offer a unique
venue, where we offer unsurpassed views of Canberra from its highest restaurant. Impress your guests with
constantly changing views from our rotating floor. Alto will ensure your function is organised in a smooth and
professional manner, and we are confident your guests will enjoy their visit to one of Canberra’s most unique
locations, whilst offering the most magnificent views in the city. We ask you to take a little time to read the
rest of our information. Should you need clarification on any aspect please do not hesitate to contact us on
02 62475518.
Please note that our menus are adjusted seasonally, and prices are current to 31st December 2012.
Venue Hire
Venue hire is inclusive of food and beverage charges. We do however have minimum charge if booking out
the whole venue, this depends on time of year and day of the week, between $2500 for lunch year round and
$10 -15,000.00 for dinner. We can cater for up to 220 guests. Please call to get an accurate quote.
Planning
Final arrangements and menu selections should be made with alto two weeks prior to the function date. With
final numbers received five working days prior to the function along with the final payment. The numbers
advised would be the minimum charged. We welcome the opportunity of working with you in planning your
function to ensure a memorable event for all the right reasons.
Confirmation of Bookings
Confirmation of your booking must be made in writing with the date, estimated number of guests and time
the function is to commence and any details which might be pertinent to your booking. A deposit of $1000 is
required to confirm your booking. Cancellation fees will apply if cancellation is within 30 days of function
date.
Duration of Function
Usually the duration is six hours for evenings and four hours for lunchtime bookings, this is flexible for
evenings but not lunch, as we have to prepare for our dinner service.
Terms and conditions
Alto Restaurant will not accept responsibility for damage or loss to third party equipment or
personal belongings prior to, during or after functions. Any damage to the Restaurant is the financial
responsibility of the client.
Alto reserves the right to pass on credit card payment fees. This charge may vary with out notice according
to our bank’s facility fees. We currently charge a 3% transaction fee for amex and diners, nothing for Visa &
Mastercard.
In accordance with responsible service of alcohol guidelines, no alcohol package is to exceed a five (5) hour
duration. Guidelines require that intoxicated persons will not be served. There will be no refund for people
who are not served due to intoxication.
All decorations other than standard table decorations such as candles and linen are the responsibility of the
client to provide. Strictly no glitter decorations. is not allowed.
Any excessive cleaning will be charged at $100.00 per hour.
Menu
all menus are a sample only and will change during the year with the seasons.
ENTREE
Oysters
Natural oysters shucked to order and served with a mignonette granita
Duck and Pork
Duck breast and pork terrine, pickled cherries and house bread
Kangaroo and Pea
Kangaroo pithivier, green peas and merlot jus
MAIN
Fish and Broad beans
Pan roasted market fish, citrus confit potatoes, shellfish broth and broad beans
Pork and Apple
Slow cooked crispy skin pork belly, roasted apple, celeriac remoulade and vichy carrots
Beef and Brandade
Fillet of Black Angus, brandade potato and asparagus tips
DESSERT
Chocolate
Chocolate delice , white chocolate praline, malt ice cream
Pannacotta
Burnt honey pannacotta, spiced pear compote
Alto Cheeseboard
A selection of local and international cheeses
Prices
2 Course set menu $60.00 per person
3 Course set menu $70.00 per person
Alternate drop 2 course $55.00 per person
Alternate drop 3 course $65.00 per person
Canapes
Freshly Shucked Oysters with mignonette granita
Tuna and nori rolls with soy and mirin dressing
Roasted mushroom cups stuffed with tomato jam and pesto
Smoked salmon toasts with escallot salsa and dill
Falafel balls, cucumber yoghurt and hummus
Parmesan, green pea and garlic fried risotto balls
Zucchini puffs with dill yoghurt sauce
Ocean trout and chive rillettes
Salt and pepper calamari
Thai salad of coconut chicken breast, mint, coriander, lime and chilli
Prawn and dill profiterroles, lemon mayonnaise
Pissaladiere- French style pizza with olives, anchovies and caramelised onion
Chorizo, roasted red pepper and blue cheese peseta
Pork, apple and fennel sausage rolls, spicy tomato relish
Mini rare roast beef and horseradish rolls
Shish lamb kofta with tahini and yoghurt dressing
$4.90 per canape per person
Package A
McWilliams red and white, alto sparkling, full and light strength local beer, soft drinks and orange juice
1 hour $21.50
2 hours $28.50
3 hours $32.50
4 hours $38.50
5 hours $42.50
Package B
McWilliams red and white, alto sparkling, full and light strength local beer, basic spirits, soft drinks and
orange juice.
1 hour $28.50
2 hours $36.50
3 hours $42.50
4 hours $45.50
5 hours $55.50
Deluxe Package C
The Pass Sauvignon Blanc, Elderton Shiraz, Stefano Lubiana sparkling,
full and light strength beer, basic spirits, soft drinks and orange juice
1 hour $32.50
2 hours $38.50
3 hours $45.50
4 hours $52.50
5 hours $65.00
Package D
Beverages charged on consumption. We serve beverages according to your selection and instructions. A
running tab is maintained and presented at the conclusion of the function. As some wines can be in short
supply, we would like to receive your wine selection at least one week prior to the function. When making
your selection please ask for a current wine list.
indication only: wines subject to change without notice and beer at alto's discretion. Basic spirits are
standard single shot mixed with either soft drink or orange juice. No cocktails or shots are included.
Total Pricing
As an example,
Function 1 sit down dinner
A selection of 3 canapes at $4.90 each $14.70
Three course set choice $70
Beverage package A for 4 hours $38.50
$14.70
$70.00
$38.50
Total $123.20 per person
$123.20 x total number of guests 50 = $6,160.00
Function 2 Sit down dinner
Two course alternate drop $55
Beverage package B for 5 hours $55.50
$55.00
$55.50
Total $110.50 per person
$110.50 x total number of guests 100 = $11,050.00
Function 3 Cocktail party
A selection of 8 canapes at $4.90 each $39.20
Beverage package C for 4 hours $38.50
$39.20
$45.50
Total $84.40 per person
$84.40 x total number of guests 100 = $8,440.00
All prices are per person
Please call Zeljka on 62475518 if you have any questions or would like to book alto.




