Where to Watch Melbourne Cup 2026 at Capri on Via Roma, Gold Coast
There’s something special about Melbourne Cup Day. The outfits are planned, the tables are booked, and friends gather for good food, a few drinks and the excitement of the race that stops the nation.
This Tuesday 3 November, Capri on Via Roma is bringing the celebrations to the Gold Coast waterfront. Whether you’re after a long lunch, a lively race-day atmosphere or a relaxed meal with friends, three of Capri’s restaurants have something planned for the occasion.
Here’s where to spend Melbourne Cup Day at Capri.
Edgewater Dining & Lounge: A Long Lunch on the Water
For those who love an occasion to dress up and settle in for a long lunch, Edgewater Dining & Lounge is a beautiful place to spend Melbourne Cup Day.
With floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the water and a menu showcasing modern Australian cuisine, Edgewater is putting together a special three-course shared feast for the day.
Start with a selection of entrées, including beetroot-cured salmon with orange crème fraîche, bresaola with fig marmalade, warm olives and hummus. For mains, choose from bug and prawn risotto, Black Angus striploin with red wine jus, potato gnocchi with tomato sugo and pecorino, or free-range chicken with zucchini ribbons and polenta. To finish, enjoy a selection of cheeses and flavoured macarons.
It’s a lovely excuse to get dressed up, gather your favourite people and enjoy a leisurely afternoon by the water. Seats are limited, so book ahead to secure your table.
Madam Fu Modern Asian: Big Flavours and Live Racing
Prefer to celebrate Melbourne Cup without a set menu? Madam Fu Modern Asian is keeping things relaxed, with plenty of delicious food and all the racing action on the big screen. Known for its vibrant atmosphere, lush interiors and modern Asian dishes made for sharing, Madam Fu is a great choice for groups looking to enjoy the day at their own pace.
The full à la carte menu will be available, so you can order your favourites and share a few plates around the table. For those planning a bigger celebration, there’s also a five-course shared banquet option. With a large screen showing the race live, you won’t miss a moment of the action.
Bookings are recommended, especially for groups.
Johnny Omeros on Capri: Waterfront Dining and Race Day Fun
If you’re looking for great food, waterfront views and a little extra race-day excitement, Johnny Omeros on Capri has you covered. Having opened at Capri earlier this year, Johnny Omeros brings Mediterranean and Greek-inspired seafood, generous sharing plates and a lively, welcoming atmosphere to the waterfront.
This Melbourne Cup, they’re making an afternoon of it with a special food package, drinks available to purchase throughout the event and live race coverage on TVs. There will also be race-day sweeps and best dressed prizes for both men and women, so it’s worth putting a little extra thought into your outfit!
Bring your friends, enjoy a delicious lunch and soak up the excitement as the race unfolds. To book, visit the link below or call 0437 422 121.
Plan Your Melbourne Cup Day at Capri
Whether it’s a three-course waterfront lunch at Edgewater, a lively celebration at Johnny Omeros or a relaxed Asian feast at Madam Fu, there’s plenty to look forward to this Melbourne Cup at Capri on Via Roma.
- When: Tuesday 3 November 2026
- Where: Capri on Via Roma, 15 Via Roma, Isle of Capri, Gold Coast
Just five minutes from Surfers Paradise, with direct marina access for those arriving by boat, Capri is the perfect setting to gather your friends, dress up and enjoy a memorable Melbourne Cup Day.
