Ariston is a highly-equipped boat, so it is perfect to hire for a variety of functions on Sydney Harbour. It boasts a versatile layout, which can be changed to suit many needs. Ariston’s large inside and outside allows up to 30 guests for a sit-down dinner, or up to 58 guests standing.
Because it is built with a large AV system including; internet connectivity, 46 inch TVs, and BOSE surround sound, Ariston is perfect for corporate events.
Pricing
Ariston Rates
November – January
Per hour
$1,100
Minimum 4 hours
Minimum of 35 guests for all charters on Fridays & Saturdays in December
February – April
Per hour
$1,000
Minimum 4 hours
May – October
Per hour
$900
Minimum 4 hours
Staff Fees
Wait Staff
$300 for 4 hours, $75 per additional hour
1 x wait staff per 10 guests required
Chef
$430 for 4 hours, $100 per additional hour
Chef is required for all charters where catering is ordered
BYO Fees
BYO Food
$10 per person
Food must be pre-cooked and pre-plattered. No use of galley
All charters will attract a chef charge of $430 for a 4 hours charter. Each additional hour is $100 Public holiday chef rates apply.
gf – gluten free | v – vegetarian | ve – vegan
Canapé Menu One: $49 per person
(recommended for 2 hour charters only)
Canapé
King prawn salad with shallot and dill on edible spoon (gf)
Corn and zucchini fritter with avocado, tomato and eschalot salsa (ve, gf)
Peking duck pancake with spring onion, cucumber and hoisin
Torched salmon fillet on pan fried rice cake with wasabi mayonnaise and sweet soy (gf)
Thai chicken globe with miso butter and crisp shallots (gf)
Polenta and truffle chips with shaved parmesan and chives (v, gf)
Canapé Menu Two: $72 per person
(recommended for 3 – 4 hour charters)
Canapé
Fresh tuna tartare on edible spoon with lime and caper
Steamed pork gyoza pot sticker dumpling
Bengal spiced cauliflower fritti with lemon dip (ve, gf)
Fragrant lamb kofta w sumac & honey yoghurt (gf)
Porcini mushroom arancini ball with basil mayo (v, gf)
Classic beef and potato pie
(served in a small bowl or noodle box)
Butter chicken curry with steamed basmati rice and crisp shallots (gf)
Mini poke bowls with salmon or tuna, pickled carrot, crisp radish and edamame (gf,v-option)
Sweet Canapé
Mini pavlova with fresh cream and summer berries (v, gf)
Canapé Menu Three: $85 per person
(recommended for 4 hour charters)
Canapé
Kingfish ceviche served on an edible spoon
Peking duck pancakes with spring onion, cucumber and hoisin sauce
Corn and zucchini fritter with avocado, lime and coriander salsa (ve, gf)
Tempura prawn skewer with ponzu dip and green shallots
Aloo bonda indian potato fritters with green chilli yoghurt (ve, gf)
Karaage chicken with kewpie mayonnaise and togarashi
Spring pea, thyme and manchego risotto ball with olive mousse (v, gf)
Teriyaki chicken and pickled slaw slider with siracha mayo
(served in a small bowl or noodle box)
Slow roast 12 hour lamb shoulder with creamy mash and sautéed mushrooms jus (gf)
Fillet of rockling with ginger and shallots in master stock and steamed rice
Sweet Canapé
Chef’s selection of summer desserts (v)
Additional Items: $12 per item per person
(served in a small bowl or noodle box)
Mini poke bowls with salmon or tuna, pickled carrot, crisp raddish and edamame (gf,v-option)
Beer battered flathead gougons with tartare sauce and chips
Thai green chicken curry with fragrant rice and crisp shallots (gf)
Butter chicken curry with steamed basmati rice and crisp shallots (gf)
Slow cooked pork ragout with wild mushrooms, garlic mash, gremolata (gf)
Sri Lankan eggplant and potato curry with fragrant rice and fresh coconut sambal (ve, gf)
Braised beef bourguignon with root vegetables and parisienne mash (gf)
Thai red salmon curry with jasmine rice and lychee, kaffir lime and chilli salsa (gf)
Fillet of rockling with ginger and shallots in 8 hour master stock and steamed rice
Char sui pork with vegan fried rice and fried eschallots
Ariston Catering: Platter Add On Menu
Can be added to a Canapé package When ordering platters only, a $130 drop off fee will apply All charters will attract a chef charge of $430 for a 4 hours charter. Each additional hour is $100 Public holiday chef rates apply.
gf – gluten free | v – vegetarian | ve – vegan
Oyster Platter – $175 each
(recommended for 10 people)
24 x fresh pacific or sydney rock oysters with shallot and citrus dressing (ve, gf)
Prawn Platter – $200 each
(recommended for 10 people)
30 x ocean cooked king prawns cracked pepper and lemon (gf)
Prawn and Oyster Platter – $400 each
(recommended for 10 people)
24 x fresh pacific oysters or sydney rock oysters (ve, gf)
30 x ocean cooked king prawns peeled (gf)
300g seaweed salad with miso dressing (ve, gf)
with fresh lemon and lime wedges selection of sauces
Seafood Platter – $660 each
minimum 10 people (can be ordered in multiples of 10 only)
24 x ocean cooked king prawns | 24 x fresh pacific oysters,
2 x blue swimmer crab | 5 x balmain bugs 1⁄2 cut,
250g smoked salmon with shaved spanish onions, capers, fresh lemon and lime wedges selection of sauces
Ham Buffet – $475 per ham
Whole guinness and honey baked ham with condiments and boutique bread rolls
Antipasto Platter – $200 each
minimum 10 people (can be ordered in multiples of 10 only)
Rustic italian breads, grissini and flatbreads (including gf options), oven baked semi dried tomatoes, marinated green olives, grilled eggplant and zucchini, dolmades, cornichons, marinated artichokes, persian fetta, hot sopressa salami and san danielle prosciutto, shaved bone ham
Cheese Platter – $200 each
minimum 10 people (can be ordered in multiples of 10 only)
Selection of three cheeses, fresh and dried fruits, quince paste and assorted crackers (including gf options)
Ariston Catering: Buffet Menu
All charters will attract a chef charge of $430 for a 4 hours charter. Each additional hour is $100 Public holiday chef rates apply.
gf – gluten free | v – vegetarian | ve – vegan
Buffet Menu One: $120 per person
(served as a side or table buffet)
Canapé
Peking duck pancake with spring onion, cucumber and hoisin sauce
Corn and zucchini fritter with avocado, tomato and eschalot salsa (ve, gf)
Spring pea, thyme and manchego risotto ball with olive mousse (v, gf)
Buffet
Assorted boutique bread rolls with butter (v)
Chilled pacific oysters with shallot and citrus dressing (2 per person) (gf)
Fresh king prawns dill and lime aioli (3 per person) (gf)
Chermoula brushed barramundi lemongrass butter sauce (gf)
Greek roasted chicken pieces with lemon oregano dressing (gf)
Slow roast 12 hour lamb shoulder with caramelised shallots and button mushrooms, jus (gf)
Sides
Insalata of finely shaved cabbage, italian parsley, pine nut and raisin with grated pecorino (v, gf)
Crisp broccolini salad with chilli and baby capers (ve, gf)
Cocktail potato salad with and grain mustard and herb vinaigrette (ve, gf)
Dessert
Chef’s selection of summer desserts (v, ve, gf)
Buffet Menu Two: $145 per person
(served as a side or table buffet)
Canapé
Fresh tuna tartare on edible spoon with lime and caper
Peking duck pancake with spring onion, cucumber and hoisin sauce
Bengal spiced cauliflower fritti with lemon dip (ve, gf)
Buffet
Assorted boutique bread rolls with butter (v)
Ocean cooked king prawns with dill aioli (3 per person) (gf)
Fresh pacific oysters with shallot and finger lime dressing (2 per person) (ve, gf)
Smoked tasmanian salmon with fine eschallots, chives, lemon and baby capers (gf)
BBQ salmon fillets with fresh rocket and salsa verdi (gf)
Pan fried chicken supreme marinated in sage, lemon zest and chilli (gf)
Whole roasted beef fillet with red wine and rosemary jus (gf)
Sides
Rocket, pear and parmesan salad with balsamic glaze and extra virgin olive oil (v, gf, ve)
Cauliflower steaks with pomegranate, fetta and fresh chimichurri dressing (v)
Kipfler potato salad with fresh herbs and crisp shallots and light mustard dressing (v, gf, ve)
Dessert
Chefs selection of summer desserts (v, ve, gf)
Ariston: Beverage Packages
Deluxe Beverage Package: $14.50 per person per hour
Beer
Corona Extra
Peroni Nastro Azzuro (imported)
Cascade Premium Light
White Wine
Jules Taylor Sauvignon Blanc, Marlborough NZ
Kim Crawford Pinot Gris, Hawkes Bay NZ
Red Wine
Gilardi ‘Ravelet’ Rose French
Barossa Valley Wine Company Gravel Track Shiraz, SA
Stoneleigh Pinot Noir, NZ
Sparkling
Petaluma Croser NV
Non-alcoholic
Selection of soft drinks, juices, mineral water, tea and coffee.
Alternative quality beers and wines will be served if the selection is unavailable
Add Spirits: Additional $10 per person per hour
Deluxe package PLUS all house spirits.
Exclusive Beverage Package: $30 per person per hour
Beer
Corona
Peroni
Cascade Premium Light
White Wine
Coldstream Hills Chardonnay
Banjo’s Run Sauvignon Blanc
Kim Crawford Pinot Gris, Hawkes Bay NZ
Red Wine
Banjo’s Run Pinot Noir
St Hallett The Reward Cabernet Sauvignon
Banjo’s Run Merlot
Champagne
Veuve Clicquot Yellow Label Brut
Spirits
Includes all house spirits
Non-alcoholic
Selection of soft drinks, juices, mineral water, tea and coffee.
Alternative quality beers and wines will be served if the selection is unavailable
Optional Extras
Enquire on booking
Esky with Ice
Catering
Florist
DJ's
Laser Clay Shooting
Magicians
Clowns
Make an enquiry
We hire our boats every day of the week. Get in touch with us today and our friendly staff will get in touch with you shortly.
Make an enquiry
We hire our boats every day of the week. Get in touch with us today and our friendly staff will get in touch with you shortly.
This price is only an estimate, different rates will apply on certain holidays, more information via booking.
