[NSW] OzBargain 18th Birthday - Epicurean Crown Sydney Meetup @ 7:20pm on Wednesday 27 Nov 2024

Fat Horny Ghost on 28/10/2024 - 16:41
Last edited 25/11/2024 - 00:45

Come & celebrate OzBargain's 18th birthday!

Buffet @ Epicurean at the Crown Casino in Sydney

UPDATE - WAITLIST STILL OPEN FOR SWAPS

Ozbargain's most expensive birthday meetup party in history!

Was $135 for dinner on weekdays, now $90 as Ozbargain / Scotty is sponsoring $45/pp to celebrate its 18th birthday!

BRING $40 CASH ON THE DAY

This event is for the foodies of Ozbargain who are not necessarily looking for freebie events, but to celebrate 18 years of Ozbargain over unlimited Alaskan king crab legs, lobster tails, sashimi, jumbo prawns, crispy pork belly, chair siu, peking duck pancakes, scallop ceviche, balmain bugs, oysters and a wide variety of other choices across 9 live kitchens and the night views of Sydney Harbour.

Tables already booked with 2 group of 9 people under separate bookings.

If you are joining and are a Crown Platinum or higher tier member, please let me know as this will reduce overall costs for everyone.

Meetup Details
📅 Date Wednesday 27 November 2024
🕖 Time Meet at 7:20pm. Buffet time is between 7:45 PM - 9:45 PM
🏬 Location Epicurean Crown
📍Address Crown Sydney, Level 5/1 Barangaroo Ave, Barangaroo NSW 2000
🍽️ Menu 9 different live kitchens - One of the best buffets in Sydney!
💰 Cost $90 per person
🕴️Dress Code Smart Casual Crown Dress standards
🧑‍🤝‍🧑 Cap 18 OzBargainers

Deposit instructions

Only registered accounts can register and join. Please let me know if you aren't registered but would like to sit with us (but need to pay for yourself).

Once registered, send a $50 beemit deposit and bring $40 cash on the day = $90 total. When making the transfer, in the “for what?” field, please write your OzBargain username. My beemit username is:

@jason9a

Note: Your deposit covers the $50 per person cancellation costs for non-attendance if you don't show up, which is an issue with previous Ozbargain events.

Change of minds and waitlist - Let me know before Tue 19 November if you can't make it / change of mind. I will organise someone in the waitlist to pay their deposit and switch places with you in order for you to get your $50 back.

An additional payment of $40 will be required in person (cash) at the event. If you attend, you will not get a refund as your deposit will go towards the total of $90 per person.

Schedule

Schedule - Epicurean Buffet at 7:20pm @ Crown Sydney
7:20pm - Meet (location TBA) at 7:20pm. I will collect money and check in everyone. Earlier time is because we need to get in quick as the goodies run out quickly (i.e. Alaskan King Crab Legs.
7:45pm - Buffet time - all seated. Don't arrive at or after this time as you will need to find me too busy eating in order receive your deposit.
OzBargainers (Confirmed - Deposit Paid)
1. @Fat Horny Ghost 7. @Whyisave 13. @Jimmy6
2. @Yeeeeee 8.@LoveBargainAus 14. @kevin2516
3. @rocky7st 9. @Kazusa 15. @whatchaugot
4. @dengziyi 10. @Bonemusher 16. @solidsteak
5. @fifiyona 11. @Homr 17.@sigmaspace
6. @saltcheetah 12. @Roseannn999 18. @tofupadthai

Notes:

@kopaka (Change of mind - Refunded $50)
@2racha (Change of mind - Refunded $50)
@htc (Change of mind - Swapped spots with Jimmy6)

Site Discussion OzBargain18

Comments

  • impostor on 28/10/2024 - 16:43
    +7

    $103.50 per person

    Insane out of pocket expenses but also value for Epicurean at the same time lol

  • scrimshaw on 28/10/2024 - 16:48
    +6

    You have some extremely expensive tastes for an Ozbargainer…

    Don't you need to book well in advance for spots? I'd imagine it'd be pretty booked out near the end of the year

    • impostor on 28/10/2024 - 16:53
      +2

      Just checked on their online booking system for 20 guests - only 5.30pm and 8pm remain. But policy says 13+ guests require calling.

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 28/10/2024 - 16:59

      Yes you need book well in advance. I have spoken to them already and waiting for the group team to call me back.

  • scotty on 28/10/2024 - 16:53
    +4

    Haven't you already organised two events??

    • kerfuffle on 28/10/2024 - 16:54
      +2

      He said in the Queensland one he's cancelling it

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 28/10/2024 - 16:59
      +1

      I'm cancelling the Brisbane one as only 4 registered. Needs a minimum of 20.

  • I Smell Pennies on 28/10/2024 - 16:58
    +5

    Shut up and take my money

    This has got to be the most expensive Ozb Meetup? 💀

    • whyisave on 30/10/2024 - 17:55
      +2

      This has got to be the most expensive Ozb Meetup? 💀

      OzB has allowed so many locals to $ave, and therefore lift the bargain-hunting standards of this game, hence whyisave

      😂

  • elgrande on 28/10/2024 - 17:24

    Can I bring a guest?

    Asking for a friend.

    • Zackeroo on 28/10/2024 - 17:25
      +1

      Is your friend the guest?

      • elgrande on 28/10/2024 - 17:31
        +1

        Yes. Or maybe I'm the guest.

    • cerealsmok3r on 28/10/2024 - 17:34

      Should be fine if they have an ozb acc

      • kerfuffle on 28/10/2024 - 17:42
        +1

        That wasn't recently created

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 28/10/2024 - 18:33

      As long as they are an Ozbargainer and not a new account then yes.

      • elgrande on 28/10/2024 - 21:54

        What if they are a new user but a long time lurker and the main person who makes me purchase actual Ozb deals, rather than just troll the forums?

        • Serathis on 28/10/2024 - 21:59
          +1

          That's a no

      • kiitos on 29/10/2024 - 10:06

        What's the restriction on new accounts?

        • elgrande on 29/10/2024 - 18:09
          +1

          Its a strategy to avoid new signups.

  • kenadroid on 28/10/2024 - 17:31
    +1

    Im broke

    • cerealsmok3r on 28/10/2024 - 17:34

      Bro same

      • neoleo on 28/10/2024 - 18:18

        You look like one of the wealthiest among us.

        I'd like to come to Hyde Park event :)

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 28/10/2024 - 17:40

      Start your own MLM scheme 😆

      • neoleo on 28/10/2024 - 18:38
        +1

        Ozb coin :P ? To get bigger discounts and cashback ;-) Shopback be like …

  • cerealsmok3r on 28/10/2024 - 17:35

    Doesn’t platinum reduce it by half?

  • whatchaugot on 28/10/2024 - 17:44

    So do we have someone that meets the following criteria?

    • Crown Platinum or Black tier card holders
    • impostor on 28/10/2024 - 17:47
      +5

      Black tier card holders

      Don't think black tier holders would be on ozbargain with their spending. They're the upper echelon of high rollers

      • cerealsmok3r on 10/11/2024 - 08:04

        who knows they could be in the upper echelon of being stingy

    • Bottom G on 31/10/2024 - 14:26
      +1

      Calling on Scrooge McDuck…

  • Clear on 28/10/2024 - 17:46
    +2

    Now I'm tempted to do a VIC meet up at the Steer Dining Room. Get that quality expensive Japanese Wagyu.

  • Homr on 28/10/2024 - 17:52

    Thanks, coming. I've always wanted to go to Epicurean so $44-$50 discount is a bonus

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 28/10/2024 - 17:56
      +2

      Lol you always keen for a good buffet 😆

    • whyisave on 30/10/2024 - 20:49
      +1

      Lunch is cheaper, so that's a. better price point:

      $98
      Monday – Thursday
      12pm – 2:30pm

      • Homr on 30/10/2024 - 20:49
        +1

        Think there is less food choices during lunch

        • whyisave on 30/10/2024 - 20:51

          Hmmm…

          …is it "$37 less food choices"?

          🫣

          • Homr on 30/10/2024 - 20:52
            +1

            @whyisave: will they still have Alaskan king crab and lobster tails?

            Also most ozbargainers will be at work during that time

            • whyisave on 30/10/2024 - 20:55
              +1

              @Homr: 12pm - 2:30pm lunch break.

              Easier for city folk, or those with RDO.

              Tell the boss, it's your family birthday lunch…as it's technically is, ha.

              • Homr on 30/10/2024 - 21:00
                +3

                @whyisave: yeh i wish I can take a 2.5hr lunch break

                Also we want to enjoy our meal aswell, not rushing to get in and out.

                • whyisave on 30/10/2024 - 21:03

                  @Homr: I can't take more than 1 hour anyway, but would arrange for a day off work just to be able to make the lunch schedule, whilst saving that extra $37.

                  Also, I don't know how enjoyable are meals which are AYCE and a time-limit. That's eating under pressure as well 😬

                  Anyway, let's see how this event gets planned.

  • jiayijames on 28/10/2024 - 17:53
    -1

    Not really suitable for OzBargain Birthday:

    "Some budget examples copied from last year,

    BBQ or pizza at public park (with coupons, of course)
    Everyone orders UberEats / DoorDash / HungryPanda to eat at the beach and send receipts to scotty for reimbursement
    Cheap eat in a cafe / restaurant"

    Hopefully there won't be that many to register for this.

    • Homr on 28/10/2024 - 17:55
      +2

      The budget is the same though? We're paying an extra $103.50 out of our own pocket

      • impostor on 28/10/2024 - 18:12
        +3

        I remembered scotty mentioning about costs few years back. Scotty likes the overall cost than per-person budget

        • scotty on 28/10/2024 - 19:33
          +12

          I don't want to think about the overall cost of this year's events. Might need some cheap vodka after running through the spreadsheets at the end.

          • Clear on 28/10/2024 - 22:24

            @scotty: How about free vodka? I'll hook you up with a bottle of the good stuff if you're going to Parramatta :)

          • Fat Horny Ghost on 29/10/2024 - 00:26
            +1

            @scotty: Don't worry I have capped this event at 25.

      • jiayijames on 28/10/2024 - 18:23

        Even some of the corporate End of Year events I've seen for this November might be slightly cheaper:
        Example: to be held @ Commercial Hotel @ Parramatta + Royal Racecourse @ Randwick

        • Fat Horny Ghost on 29/10/2024 - 00:28

          Some of us like me are just fat and can't get a good feed from the canapes from corporate events or those set menus from weddings

      • Fat Horny Ghost on 28/10/2024 - 18:56

        Sponsored by our 💳

  • impostor on 28/10/2024 - 17:57

    Note a $50 beemit deposit per person will be required if we get the private dining room (13 or more guests).

    Is deposit refundable? Or does it contribute to the epicurean price?

  • Fat Horny Ghost on 28/10/2024 - 18:43
    +3

    UPDATE

    I have updated the event time. The times are not locked in yet as we need wait to see the no. of people registered and will try negotiate with Crown to try and get the private dining room.

    If 24+ register we will meet the minimum spend requirement of $3200 to secure the Hickson semi private dining room.

    It will either be:
    First sitting @ 5:30pm - 7:30pm;
    Second sitting @ 8.00pm - 10:00pm.

    • Homr on 28/10/2024 - 18:54
      +1

      8pm sitting would be good, have time for pre drinks :D

  • 12Sydney34 on 29/10/2024 - 08:04
    +2

    Does not pass the ozbargain pub test😂😂😂

    • whyisave on 30/10/2024 - 17:58
      -1

      It passes the 5-star casino test though

  • SydneySwan on 29/10/2024 - 09:07

    Great effort FHG. Shame I will be in Barcelona that day. Perhaps next year?.

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 29/10/2024 - 09:51
      +1

      Thanks. I will keep an eye on what group food deals are on next year 😁

  • Bonemusher on 29/10/2024 - 10:56

    I've got Ippudo registered for the 1st of Nov, but happy to cancel before the event starts if this is actually going forward.

    • Homr on 29/10/2024 - 18:20

      You're allowed to register for 2 events.

      • Bonemusher on 29/10/2024 - 18:55
        +1

        yeah, I've already paid a deposit for Nikaido Mascot, so that ones locked in

  • Kazusa on 29/10/2024 - 21:27
    +2

    Ok we just need 3 ozbargainers to gamble their house away so we can get the platinum discount!

  • impostor on 29/10/2024 - 21:34
    +2

    works out to be $90pp for under 10 people.

    Does it work if you do 2 separate bookings but have the tables close by?

    Was looking forward to eating Epicurean under $100🙁

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 29/10/2024 - 21:45
      +2

      This may work, I'll ask them

    • Homr on 30/10/2024 - 09:12
      +1

      Not a bad idea, true ozbargainer thinking hahaha

  • Fat Horny Ghost on 30/10/2024 - 08:58
    +1

    As it seems we are unlikely to reach 25 people, I will be reducing the maximum cap to start a waitlist so we can make 2 seperate bookings soon before it is booked out.

  • Fat Horny Ghost on 31/10/2024 - 00:48
    +1

    UPDATE - EVENT BOOKED

    Booking is made for 18 spots.

    Meet at 7:20pm for a 7:45pm start.

    People will rush for the goodies first and once those run out there's no more so it's very important to be early.

    Please pay deposit via beemit to @jason9a

    It shows the cap as 17 as I'm not registered in for the event as host.

    • Homr on 31/10/2024 - 08:01

      People will rush for the goodies first and once those run out there's no more so it's very important to be early.

      That cant be right, pretty sure they will top up the food if its empty. This is Epicurean after all, not some $40 all u can eat Korean bbq

    • rocky7st on 31/10/2024 - 08:14

      Have beem my deposit

    • impostor on 31/10/2024 - 16:34

      It shows the cap as 17 as I'm not registered in for the event as host.

      You won't get your own badge then… sneaky way to join in an extra event.

      • Fat Horny Ghost on 31/10/2024 - 17:04

        I think was a glitch or error. Ozb has fixed it

      • whyisave on 31/10/2024 - 19:27

        You won't get your own badge then

        Which badge is this ?

        Isn't it possible to join any OzB event, at own expense ?

        • Fat Horny Ghost on 31/10/2024 - 22:26
          +1

          Not a bot badge

          • whyisave on 31/10/2024 - 23:18

            @Fat Horny Ghost: If you go to an OzB event, at your own expense,
            and do not get the "Not A Bot Badge", that's understandable.

            I just didn't get why not getting that badge, is a 'sneaky' way to join an extra event?

    • Kazusa on 04/11/2024 - 18:22

      paid my deposit :)

  • dengziyi on 01/11/2024 - 13:43
    +1

    Just deposited thanks

  • jiayijames on 03/11/2024 - 19:29
    +1

    The below is the recommended dress code, though probably won't be enforced.

    https://www.crownsydney.com.au/plan-your-visit/dress-standar…

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 03/11/2024 - 20:15
      +2

      Thank you for reminding. I have updated the dress code in the table above similar to your Burwood event. It's an ozbargain meetup so I am not fussed about the dress code but Crown casino may refuse entry as per the rules.

    • whyisave on 03/11/2024 - 21:07

      OzB T-Shirt and MacPac Halo Hooded Jacket.

      https://www.crownsydney.com.au/plan-your-visit/dress-standar…

      Crown Sydney strives to provide a luxurious and sophisticated experience for all guests and as such, smart casual attire is required at all times.
      Without limiting the types of attire which may or may not be permitted in meeting the overall dress standard, the following are not permitted:

      • Unclean or untidy clothing or footwear, including thongs
      • Lewd, offensive or inappropriate garments or slogans
      • Work uniforms (including high visibility wear), steel cap or other work boots
      • Sporting attire, activewear, tracksuits or swim wear (other than while accessing or using the hotel leisure facilities)

      Crown Sydney may request the removal of headwear in certain areas. Management reserves the right to apply discretion in maintaining these dress standards and may refuse entry to, or request a person to leave, where they do not meet the required standard.

  • LoveBargainsAus on 03/11/2024 - 21:18

    Thanks for organising. Deposit paid via Beem it. (FYI on the overview page listing all the events. This is listed incorrectly as Tues 26th Nov.)

    • Fat Horny Ghost on 03/11/2024 - 21:28

      Thanks I have let Ozbargain know on the main thread and added you to the list

      • LoveBargainsAus on 03/11/2024 - 21:43

        Thanks. Again same with my other event the s is missing on my name on the paid list. Not sure if it matters…

  • Fat Horny Ghost on 04/11/2024 - 18:37
    +1

    We have reached 18 registered members!

    The first 18 including any on the waitlist that pay their deposit first will get a confirmed spot to attend.

    Once 18 deposits have been received, those that haven't paid their deposit will be moved to the waitlist.

    Note that non-attendance will result in a $50 cancellation fee. You will still have time for any change of minds until Tuesday 19 November. Otherwise your deposit will be forfeited into the pockets of the private equity giant Blackstone and their clients.

    Thanks everyone!

  • Bonemusher on 05/11/2024 - 18:51

    Just paid deposit, thanks

  • Fat Horny Ghost on 05/11/2024 - 23:41

    5 reserved spots left ◀️

    If you haven't paid a deposit to reserve your spot please do so before all spots taken

  • whatchaugot on 06/11/2024 - 09:26
    +1

    Beemed you money for myself and Solidsteak :)

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