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New Year Team Lunch in Sydney CBD: Start the Year Together
Back at work in January? Kick off the year with a team lunch: lunch banquets from $45pp, private areas for groups, or office catering delivered to you.
At a Glance
Basement, 261 George Street, Sydney, NSW 2000 (02) 8021 7696 bookings@thegrandpalace.com.au
The first weeks back at work are the perfect time to bring the team together. A New Year team lunch sets the tone for the year ahead, welcomes new starters and thanks everyone for the year just finished. The Grand Palace Indian Restaurant in Sydney CBD makes it easy, at our dining room or at your office.
Quick Answer
For a New Year team lunch in Sydney CBD, TGP (The Grand Palace Indian Restaurant) at Basement, 261 George Street serves lunch daily 12pm–3pm, with shared lunch banquets from $45 per person (minimum 2 guests). For in-office kick-offs, our office catering delivers and sets up freshly cooked food for small teams to 200+ guests. Book a table or call (02) 8021 7696.
Why Hold a New Year Team Lunch
Kick Off the Year
Share goals for the year ahead over a relaxed meal.
Welcome New Starters
An easy way for new team members to meet everyone.
Say Thank You
Recognise the work of the year just finished.
Bring Teams Together
Reconnect after the holiday break.
Team Lunch at Our Restaurant
Our Lunch Special banquets are built for sharing and served every day from 12pm to 3pm.
Fulka — $45 per person
2 entrées, 2 curries, dal, rice, breads, salad, papadum and Gulab Jamun.
Bhari — $60 per person
4 entrées, 4 curries, dal, rice, breads, salad, papadum and Gulab Jamun.
Unlimited for the Table
Curries, rice and staples are unlimited with both banquets (minimum 2 guests).
Team Lunch at Your Office
Can't leave the office? We'll bring lunch to you. See office catering.
Full-Service Catering
Freshly cooked food delivered, set up in your space, and pots collected later.
TGP Platter Boxes
Veg Platter Box $75 and Non-Veg Platter Box $85, each with 5 varieties of rolls.
Order Ahead
Platter boxes ordered before 5pm are ready for lunch pickup from 12pm the next day.
Team Lunch Planning Checklist
- Pick a date in the first weeks back after the holidays
- Confirm headcount — an estimate is enough to start
- Collect dietary needs — vegetarian, vegan, gluten-friendly, Jain, halal and allergies
- Restaurant or office? — dine in for a change of scene, or cater in for convenience
- Set a budget per head — banquets from $45 per person, platter boxes from $75 per box
Book Your Team Lunch
Book a table online or request an office catering quote. Call (02) 8021 7696 or email bookings@thegrandpalace.com.au for group bookings.
Conclusion
Start the year together. Whether you dine in from $45 per person or cater at the office, The Grand Palace Indian Restaurant makes a New Year team lunch simple.
Planning a family get-together too? See New Year lunch and dinner with family and friends.
Ready to experience it yourself? Tables fill fast on weeknights.
Nirav Shah
Nirav Shah is a hospitality professional with a strong passion for food culture, restaurant design, and exceptional customer experience. From over 10 years, he has explored Sydney’s diverse culinary scene with a thoughtful and informed perspective, gaining hands-on insight into how successful restaurants deliver quality dining.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Where can we have a team lunch in Sydney CBD?
The Grand Palace Indian Restaurant at Basement, 261 George Street, Sydney CBD serves lunch daily from 12pm to 3pm, with shared banquets from $45 per person.
What's included in the team lunch banquets?
The Fulka banquet ($45 per person) includes 2 entrées, 2 curries, dal, rice, breads, salad, papadum and Gulab Jamun. The Bhari banquet ($60 per person) includes 4 entrées and 4 curries. Both have a minimum of 2 guests.
Can you cater a team lunch at our office?
Yes. Our full-service office catering delivers freshly cooked food, sets it up and collects the pots later, for small teams to 200+ guests.
How much are the platter boxes?
The Veg Platter Box is $75 and the Non-Veg Platter Box is $85, each with 5 varieties of rolls. Pickup is from 261 George Street, or CBD delivery can be arranged for an additional fee.
Do you cater for dietary requirements?
Yes. We have vegetarian, vegan, gluten-friendly, Jain and halal options. Let us know about allergies when you book.
How do we book a group lunch?
Book online, call (02) 8021 7696 or email bookings@thegrandpalace.com.au.
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