The question has been asked. The answer was yes. Now it’s time to celebrate, properly.

Art of Seafood is one of Perth’s most distinctive engagement party venues, a fine dining waterfront restaurant set on the banks of the Swan River in East Perth, where the setting is as romantic as the occasion itself.

Whether you’re planning an intimate dinner for your closest family and friends, or a large cocktail celebration for everyone who matters, our dedicated events team will help you create an engagement party that feels every bit as special as the moment that started it all.

Why Art of Seafood is Perth's Most Romantic Engagement Party Venue

An engagement party deserves a setting that matches the significance of the moment. Here’s what makes Art of Seafood the right choice:

  • Swan River and Heirisson Island views, a genuinely romantic waterfront backdrop
  • Award-winning cuisine, Gold Plate Award Winner 2025
  • 100% fresh Western Australian seafood, no imported produce, no frozen shortcuts
  • Live lobsters, oysters shucked fresh daily, fish butchered in-house
  • Flexible hire options, intimate Chef’s Table, indoor dining, alfresco terrace, or full venue
  • Fully tailored menus, designed around you and your guests
  • Dedicated events coordinator from first enquiry to last toast
  • Indoor and outdoor flexibility, the waterfront terrace is perfect for a warm Perth evening

This isn’t a venue that hosts 20 engagement parties a weekend. At Art of Seafood, yours is the one that matters.

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What an Engagement Party at Art of Seafood Looks Like

Your guests arrive to a waterfront setting that immediately feels special, the Swan River ahead of them, the warm glow of the dining room behind, and the kind of atmosphere that tells everyone tonight is a real occasion.

From arrival drinks on the terrace to a bespoke seafood feast at the table, every element of your engagement party is curated to reflect the significance of what you’re celebrating.

Engagement Party Spaces at Art of Seafood

The Lam Thi, Chef's Table

For the most intimate engagement celebration, a fully exclusive Chef’s Table experience for the couple and their closest circle. Personal, extraordinary, and unlike anything else in Perth.

  • Capacity: 8 to 12 guests (seated)
  • Fully personalised, chef-led dining experience
  • Champagne arrival on the terrace with river views
  • Ideal for: intimate engagement announcements, close family celebrations, elopement dinners

Indoor Dining Hire

Our warm and elegantly appointed indoor dining room is available for exclusive hire, a beautiful waterfront setting for a seated engagement dinner that feels genuinely special.

  • Capacity: 80 to 120 guests (seated) | up to 180 guests (cocktail/standing)
  • Exclusive use of indoor dining with panoramic river views
  • Champagne arrival on the terrace
  • Fully tailored menu, designed around you and your guests
  • Dedicated service throughout the evening
  • Ideal for: seated engagement dinners, family celebrations

Alfresco Terrace Hire

Our waterfront alfresco terrace is one of the most romantic outdoor event spaces in East Perth, open-air Swan River views, warm Perth evenings, and an atmosphere that photographs as beautifully as it feels.

  • Capacity: up to 150 guests (seated) | 250 to 300 guests (cocktail/standing)
  • Open-air Swan River and Heirisson Island views
  • Perfect for cocktail-style engagement celebrations
  • Ideal for: larger engagement parties, cocktail receptions, warm-weather celebrations

Full Venue Hire

For the grandest engagement celebrations, full exclusive use of Art of Seafood, combining the indoor dining room and alfresco terrace, with the Swan River as your backdrop all evening.

  • Capacity: up to 300+ guests (cocktail) | up to 150 guests (fully seated)
  • Complete exclusive venue access, indoor and outdoor
  • Cocktail-style, shared feast, or plated dinner, your choice
  • Full bar service with curated wine list and cocktail options
  • Dedicated events coordinator for the entire event
  • Ideal for: large engagement parties, extended family and friend group celebrations

Engagement Party Menus That Make a Statement

An engagement is one of life’s truly great celebrations, and the food should reflect that. At Art of Seafood, we don’t do standard packages. We design every menu around the couple, the occasion, and the guests.

Popular engagement party menu options include:

  • Champagne and oyster arrival, freshly shucked daily in our kitchen, served riverside
  • Canapé reception, WA prawn cocktails, lobster bites, seasonal seafood selections
  • Shared seafood feast, a relaxed, celebratory way to bring everyone to the table
  • Plated sit-down dinner, elegant and refined for a more formal celebration
  • Cocktail-style reception, grazing stations and passed canapés throughout the evening
  • Custom dessert and celebration cake coordination, speak to our team

Every menu is fully customisable and accommodates dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and allergen-specific needs. Just let us know when you enquire.

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East Perth's Most Romantic Waterfront Venue

Art of Seafood is located at 306 Riverside Drive, East Perth, within the On The Point precinct, directly on the edge of the Swan River.

The view of the Swan River and Heirisson Island from our venue is genuinely one of Perth’s most beautiful waterfront outlooks, warm, romantic, and spectacular at golden hour. It’s a setting that photographs beautifully and creates an atmosphere that no function hall or hotel ballroom can replicate.

  • 5 minutes from the Perth CBD
  • Direct Swan River and Heirisson Island views
  • Award-winning interior fit-out, elegant without being cold
  • Indoor and outdoor terrace access
  • Ample parking within the On The Point precinct
  • Easily accessible by public transport
  • Nearby hotels for guests travelling from interstate or regional WA

Planning Your Engagement Party With Us

Our events team loves working with newly engaged couples. We understand that the engagement party sets the tone for the journey ahead, and we take that seriously.

  • Reach out to check date availability and tell us about your vision
  • We’ll suggest the right space for your guest numbers and preferred style
  • Our team prepares a tailored proposal, menus, inclusions, and timing
  • Once you’re happy, we lock in your date and handle the planning detail
  • On the night, you walk in and enjoy, we take care of everything else

Get in touch at sales@artofseafood.com.au or call 0424 346 004 to start the conversation.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many guests can Art of Seafood accommodate for an engagement party?

We cater for engagement parties from 8 guests up to 300+, depending on the space and format. The Lam Thi Chef's Table seats 8 to 12 guests. Indoor dining accommodates 80 to 120 seated or up to 180 cocktail. The alfresco terrace seats up to 150 or holds 250 to 300 cocktail. Full venue hire combines all spaces for maximum capacity.

What spaces are available for an engagement party?

We offer four options: the Lam Thi Chef's Table (8–12 guests), indoor dining hire (80–120 seated / up to 180 cocktail), alfresco terrace hire (up to 150 seated / 250–300 cocktail), and full venue hire combining all spaces. Each can be booked separately or together depending on your guest numbers and vision.

Can we hire the venue exclusively for our engagement party?

Yes, and it's one of our most popular additions for special occasions. We work with a local jet boat tour company who can take your group on a Swan River tour before arriving directly at Art of Seafood by water. Ask our events team about incorporating this into your function.

Can we customise the menu for our engagement party?

Absolutely. All engagement party menus at Art of Seafood are designed around you. Whether you'd like a champagne and oyster arrival, a shared seafood feast, a formal plated dinner, or a cocktail-style grazing event, we'll put together a menu that suits your guests and your vision.

Is Art of Seafood a romantic venue for an engagement celebration?

We think so, and so do our guests. The combination of Swan River and Heirisson Island views, fresh WA seafood, warm candlelit dining, and a genuinely intimate atmosphere makes Art of Seafood one of Perth's most romantic settings for an engagement celebration. Golden hour on the waterfront terrace is something quite special.

What makes Art of Seafood different from other engagement party venues in Perth?

The food and the intimacy. Most venues offer a space and generic catering. At Art of Seafood, the cuisine is award-winning and at the centre of the experience, 100% fresh WA seafood, live lobsters, daily-shucked oysters. And unlike large hotel venues, every space at Art of Seafood is exclusive to your group.

Do you cater for dietary requirements at engagement parties?

Yes. We accommodate a full range of dietary requirements including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, nut-free, and other allergen-specific needs. Please advise our events team at the time of enquiry so we can incorporate these into your menu design.

How far in advance should we book our engagement party?

As early as possible, particularly for weekend dates during peak periods. Popular Saturdays can book out several months ahead. For midweek events and smaller dinners, lead times are generally more flexible. Contact us to check your preferred date.

Can we arrange a champagne arrival for our guests?

Yes, a champagne welcome on the waterfront terrace is one of our most popular options for engagement celebrations. Speak to our events team about incorporating this into your event from the moment guests arrive.

Can we visit the venue before booking our engagement party?

Of course. We encourage it. Experiencing the space, the river views, and meeting our team in person is the best way to know if Art of Seafood is the right fit for your celebration. Contact us to arrange a walkthrough at a time that suits you.

Let's Celebrate the Beginning of Your Story

Your engagement is one of life’s truly great moments. It deserves a celebration that feels as significant as the commitment it represents, in a setting that’s romantic, personal, and completely memorable.

Art of Seafood is ready to help you plan it. Get in touch today to check your date and start the conversation.

Email: sales@artofseafood.com.au  |  Phone: 0424 346 004

Art of Seafood, 306 Riverside Drive, East Perth, WA 6004  |  On The Point Precinct