Christmas Function in Brisbane: Group Dining at Ming Ming’s Kitchen
Planning a Christmas function in Brisbane should be exciting — not stressful.
Whether you're organising a staff Christmas party, corporate celebration, family Christmas gathering, team dinner or end-of-year event, choosing a restaurant with flexible Christmas function packages in Brisbane can make the entire experience easier.
For businesses and groups looking for a relaxed Christmas celebration with great food, drinks and a welcoming atmosphere, Ming Ming’s Kitchen in Wilston offers flexible group dining and function options for up to 80 guests.
With modern Northern Vietnamese cuisine, indoor and outdoor dining, banquet menus and options for dietary requirements, Ming Ming’s Kitchen is a great choice for groups wanting to celebrate Christmas together without the formality of a traditional function centre.
What Makes a Good Christmas Function Package?
A good Christmas function package should make organising a group event simple.
Instead of having to arrange every detail separately, a restaurant package can bring together the most important parts of your celebration:
Food
Group seating
Function space
Drinks
Dietary requirements
Celebration arrangements
Service
Optional decorations
For a Christmas party, this is particularly useful because December is already a busy time for businesses, families and workplaces.
The easier the planning process, the more time you have to focus on enjoying the celebration.
Christmas Functions at Ming Ming’s Kitchen
Located in Wilston, Brisbane, Ming Ming’s Kitchen is a modern Northern Vietnamese Kitchen & Bar founded by Ming and Tony.
The restaurant was inspired by Ming's family cooking and her experience growing up in Hanoi, bringing Northern Vietnamese flavours together with fresh Australian produce and subtle modern touches.
Ming Ming’s Kitchen has become a favourite among local families and groups for casual dining, celebrations, functions and catering.
For Christmas functions, the restaurant offers two beautiful spaces with indoor and outdoor dining, with functions available for groups of up to 80 guests.
This makes it suitable for both smaller gatherings and larger company celebrations.
What Christmas Function Options Are Available?
Every group is different.
A team of eight might want a simple Christmas dinner, while a company of 60 people may need a dedicated function arrangement.
Ming Ming’s Kitchen offers flexibility depending on your group size, preferred dining style and event requirements.
Your Christmas celebration could include:
Shared banquet dining
A shared banquet is one of the easiest options for group celebrations.
A selection of dishes is served across the table, allowing everyone to try different Vietnamese flavours.
Individual dining
For smaller groups, guests may prefer selecting their own meals from the restaurant's menu.
This allows everyone to choose something that suits their personal taste.
Indoor dining
Indoor dining provides a comfortable environment for Christmas lunches and dinners, regardless of the weather.
Outdoor dining
Brisbane's summer weather makes outdoor dining a popular option for Christmas celebrations.
Whole-venue events
Businesses or larger groups looking for an exclusive celebration can discuss whole-venue buyout options with the restaurant.
Explore Ming Ming’s Kitchen Banquet Menus
One of the biggest advantages of choosing a restaurant for your Christmas function is having a menu designed for groups.
Ming Ming’s Kitchen offers several banquet options.
Goodies Banquet — $59 per person
The Goodies Banquet offers a selection of Vietnamese dishes designed to be shared and enjoyed as a group.
It is a great option for teams wanting variety without having to individually plan every dish.
Snack Banquet — $54 per person
The Snack Banquet is ideal for a more casual Christmas celebration, with shareable dishes that are easy to enjoy while chatting with colleagues and friends.
Feast Banquet — $75 per person
For groups looking for a more substantial dining experience, the Feast Banquet provides a larger celebration-style meal.
Vegan Banquet — $54 per person
The Vegan Banquet provides a dedicated plant-based option for groups wanting a fully vegan dining experience.
Gluten-free options
A gluten-free banquet can also be arranged on request.
Because group requirements can vary, it is always best to discuss dietary needs with the restaurant when making your booking.
What Food Is Included in a Christmas Function?
Ming Ming’s Kitchen offers a wide range of Vietnamese dishes that work particularly well for group dining.
Depending on your chosen menu, guests can enjoy dishes such as:
Rice paper rolls
Hanoi pork spring rolls
Vegetable spring rolls
Chicken wings
Prawn crackers
Prawn toast
Fried wontons
Tempura cauliflower
Five-spiced squid
Battered prawns
Steamed buns
Vermicelli salads
Vietnamese rice dishes
Phở
This variety means your Christmas function can include lighter dishes, fresh salads, hearty mains and Vietnamese favourites.
Why Vietnamese Food Is Perfect for Christmas Group Dining
If you're tired of having the same Christmas party meal every year, Vietnamese food can provide something different.
Vietnamese cuisine offers a balance of fresh herbs, vegetables, noodles, rice, grilled meats, seafood and aromatic sauces.
This makes it particularly suitable for groups with different tastes.
Instead of everyone receiving the same plate, shared Vietnamese dining gives guests the opportunity to try multiple dishes.
It also creates a more interactive dining experience.
Pass a dish.
Try something new.
Share your favourite.
Have another conversation.
That is exactly the kind of atmosphere many teams want for a Christmas celebration.
Don't Forget the Phở
Ming Ming’s Kitchen takes particular pride in its phở.
The signature soup features flat rice noodles, spring onions and a rich, aromatic broth with your choice of protein.
For guests who want something different, the restaurant also offers Phở Dry.
For a Vietnamese Christmas celebration, including phở can be a great way to introduce guests to one of Vietnam's most iconic dishes.
Fresh Vermicelli Salads for Group Dining
Vermicelli salads are another popular choice for a Christmas function.
Ming Ming’s Kitchen's vermicelli salads combine:
Vermicelli noodles
Pickled cucumber
Lettuce
Fresh herbs
Your choice of protein
Available options include:
Lemongrass beef
Grilled soy chicken
Lemongrass pork
Crispy salmon
Hanoi pork spring rolls
Vegetable spring rolls
Fried tofu
These are a great option for guests who prefer something fresh and lighter during Brisbane's summer.
Vietnamese Rice Dishes for a Christmas Celebration
For guests looking for something more substantial, Vietnamese rice dishes provide plenty of comforting options.
The menu includes:
Bò kho beef stew: A rich and comforting Vietnamese beef stew served with rice.
Lemongrass beef: A fragrant Vietnamese-style beef dish.
Grilled soy chicken A flavourful chicken option suitable for a variety of diners.
Lemongrass chicken A fragrant and satisfying choice.
Slow-cooked pork belly A rich option for guests who love tender pork.
Lemongrass pork A classic Vietnamese flavour combination.
Teriyaki fried tofu A plant-based option with plenty of flavour.
Stir-fried vegetables A simple vegetable option for the table.
Christmas Function Packages for Different Group Sizes
The right Christmas function setup depends on the size of your group.
Small Christmas gatherings
For a small team of around 5–10 people, a normal restaurant booking or shared dining experience can be ideal.
You can enjoy a relaxed meal without needing an elaborate function setup.
Medium-sized Christmas functions
For groups of around 10–30 guests, a banquet or dedicated group dining arrangement can make planning easier.
This is particularly suitable for departments, small businesses and teams.
Large Christmas functions
For larger groups, Ming Ming’s Kitchen can accommodate functions of up to 80 guests.
A larger event may involve a specific function arrangement, banquet menu, indoor or outdoor space allocation and minimum spend requirements.
For groups of 20 or more, contacting the restaurant through the function enquiry process is recommended.
Can Christmas Function Menus Cater for Dietary Requirements?
Yes.
A workplace Christmas party often involves guests with different dietary requirements.
Ming Ming’s Kitchen can tailor function menus for:
Vegetarian guests
Vegan guests
Gluten-free guests
Pescatarian guests
If you are organising a corporate Christmas party, collect dietary information from your team before the event.
Providing this information early helps the restaurant prepare the appropriate menu.
Can We Arrange Drinks for Our Christmas Function?
Yes.
Drinks can form an important part of a Christmas celebration.
Depending on your function arrangements, guests can enjoy options including cocktails, mocktails, wine and other drinks available at the restaurant.
If your company is covering drinks for the team, discuss your preferred arrangement with Ming Ming’s Kitchen when booking.
This could include setting a drinks budget or discussing an appropriate drinks arrangement for your group.
Can We Bring a Cake?
Yes.
If your Christmas function also includes a birthday, work anniversary or another celebration, you can bring your own cake.
Ming Ming’s Kitchen allows guests to bring a cake without a cakeage fee.
This is an easy way to add a personal touch to your function.
Can We Arrange Flowers?
Yes.
Flowers can be arranged for your event for an additional charge.
This can be particularly useful for companies wanting to create a more polished table setting or add a special touch to a Christmas celebration.
Can We Decorate the Christmas Function Space?
Simple decorations can help make your event feel more festive.
Depending on your requirements, you may want to include:
Christmas table decorations
Company signage
Small centrepieces
Christmas crackers
Personalised place cards
Team awards
Company branding
Photo props
Candles and sparklers are also permitted where appropriate.
If you have specific decoration requirements, discuss them with the restaurant before the event.
Can We Have a Private Christmas Function?
Ming Ming’s Kitchen offers flexible function arrangements.
Specific indoor and outdoor sections can be allocated to groups, although these are not necessarily fully private or semi-private spaces.
If your company wants an exclusive event, whole-venue buyout options can be discussed.
This can be an excellent option for larger businesses or teams wanting the entire restaurant dedicated to their Christmas celebration.
Minimum spend requirements may apply depending on the date, time and event arrangements.
Christmas Lunch Packages vs Christmas Dinner Packages
Choosing between lunch and dinner depends on your team and event style.
Christmas lunch
A Christmas lunch can be ideal for:
Small businesses
Office teams
Family-friendly workplaces
Daytime celebrations
Staff appreciation events
A long Vietnamese lunch can be relaxed, social and easy to organise.
Christmas dinner
Dinner can create a stronger celebration atmosphere.
It gives employees the chance to finish work, get dressed up and spend more time together.
It is also a popular option for companies wanting to include drinks as part of the evening.
Christmas Function Ideas for Your Team
Your function doesn't need to be complicated.
Here are a few simple ideas to make your event more memorable.
Secret Santa
Set a simple spending limit and exchange gifts during dinner.
Team awards
Recognise employees with fun awards such as Team Player, Rising Star or Customer Champion.
Year-in-review
Take a few minutes to celebrate your company's biggest achievements.
Gift presentation
Use the Christmas function to thank employees with a small gift or bonus.
Group photos
Take a team photo before everyone heads home.
Company milestone celebration
If you've reached a major business milestone, make the Christmas function part of the celebration.
How Much Should You Budget for a Christmas Function?
Your total event cost will depend on:
Number of guests
Lunch or dinner
Banquet package
Drinks
Decorations
Flowers
Special arrangements
Minimum spend requirements
Ming Ming’s Kitchen's banquet options range from $54 to $75 per person, depending on the package selected.
For example:
Snack Banquet — $54pp
Vegan Banquet — $54pp
Goodies Banquet — $59pp
Feast Banquet — $75pp
This provides several price points for businesses planning a Christmas function with a set food budget.
For the most accurate total cost, contact the restaurant with your guest numbers and preferred event date.
How to Choose the Right Christmas Function Package
Before choosing a package, consider these five questions.
1. How many guests are attending?
Your guest number will influence the type of space and dining arrangement you need.
2. What is your budget per person?
Having a clear budget makes it easier to select the right banquet and drinks arrangement.
3. Does anyone have dietary requirements?
Collect this information before booking.
4. Do you want lunch or dinner?
Consider what works best for your team.
5. How private do you want the event to be?
If you want a completely exclusive experience, discuss whole-venue options.
Why Choose Ming Ming’s Kitchen for Your Brisbane Christmas Function?
There are plenty of restaurants and function venues across Brisbane, but Ming Ming’s Kitchen offers something a little different.
Modern Northern Vietnamese cuisine
Introduce your team to fresh, aromatic Vietnamese flavours.
Flexible function options
Choose from different banquet styles and group dining arrangements.
Up to 80 guests
Suitable for small gatherings through to larger company celebrations.
Indoor and outdoor dining
Choose an environment that suits your event.
Dietary flexibility
Vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and pescatarian requirements can be accommodated.
Celebration extras
Cakes, flowers, decorations and other arrangements can be discussed.
Convenient inner-Brisbane location
Located in Wilston, Ming Ming’s Kitchen is close to Brisbane's inner-north suburbs and accessible from the CBD.
Why Wilston Is a Great Location for a Brisbane Christmas Function
Ming Ming’s Kitchen is located at:
1/1 MacGregor Street, Wilston QLD 4051
Wilston is a convenient inner-north Brisbane location for businesses and teams coming from surrounding suburbs including:
Herston
Windsor
Newmarket
Grange
Alderley
Kelvin Grove
Bowen Hills
Fortitude Valley
Paddington
Brisbane CBD
If your team wants to get away from the office without travelling too far, Wilston provides a convenient alternative to a CBD venue.
A Local Restaurant with a Brisbane Story
Ming Ming’s Kitchen was founded in 2020 by Ming and Tony, inspired by Vietnamese family cooking and the flavours of Hanoi.
Within only six months of opening, despite the challenges of COVID, the Brisbane floods and welcoming twins along the way, the restaurant was named one of Brisbane's Top 7 Vietnamese Restaurants by The Courier-Mail.
The restaurant has continued to grow while maintaining its connection with the local community.
Today, Ming Ming’s Kitchen welcomes local families, friends, businesses and groups for casual dining, celebrations, functions and catering.
That local connection makes it a natural choice for businesses looking for a Christmas function restaurant in Brisbane.
When Should You Book Your Christmas Function?
Don't wait until December to start planning.
Christmas is one of the busiest times of the year for restaurants and function venues across Brisbane.
Friday and Saturday dates can be particularly popular.
If you already know your preferred date, book as early as possible.
When making your enquiry, have the following information ready:
Preferred date
Alternative date
Number of guests
Lunch or dinner
Preferred indoor or outdoor area
Approximate budget
Banquet preference
Dietary requirements
Drinks requirements
Decoration requirements
Cake requirements
Private function requirements
The more information you provide, the easier it will be for the restaurant to recommend a suitable arrangement.
Christmas Function Planning Checklist
Use this simple checklist when organising your event.
☐ Confirm guest numbers
☐ Set your budget
☐ Choose lunch or dinner
☐ Select your preferred banquet
☐ Collect dietary requirements
☐ Decide on drinks
☐ Discuss decorations
☐ Arrange cake if required
☐ Consider team activities
☐ Choose your preferred date
☐ Contact the restaurant early
☐ Confirm final guest numbers
With these details organised, your Christmas function should be much easier to manage.
FAQs About Christmas Function Packages in Brisbane
What are the Christmas function packages at Ming Ming’s Kitchen?
Ming Ming’s Kitchen offers several banquet options suitable for Christmas group dining, including the Snack Banquet at $54pp, Vegan Banquet at $54pp, Goodies Banquet at $59pp and Feast Banquet at $75pp. A gluten-free banquet is also available on request.
Can small businesses book a Christmas function?
Absolutely. Ming Ming’s Kitchen welcomes smaller team celebrations as well as larger functions of up to 80 guests.
Can we host a corporate Christmas party?
Yes. The restaurant is suitable for corporate Christmas parties, staff celebrations, team dinners and end-of-year functions.
How many people can the venue accommodate?
Ming Ming’s Kitchen can accommodate functions of up to 80 guests.
Can we choose indoor or outdoor dining?
Yes. The venue has both indoor and outdoor dining spaces.
Can we have a whole-venue Christmas party?
Whole-venue buyouts can be discussed for groups wanting an exclusive celebration. Minimum spend requirements may apply.
Are dietary requirements accommodated?
Yes. Function menus can be tailored for vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free and pescatarian guests.
Can we bring our own Christmas cake?
Yes. Guests can bring their own cake without a cakeage fee.
Can we decorate the venue?
Event decorations can be discussed with the restaurant. Candles and sparklers are permitted where appropriate.
Is Ming Ming’s Kitchen in Brisbane CBD?
Ming Ming’s Kitchen is located in Wilston, Brisbane's inner north. It provides a convenient option for businesses looking for a Christmas function venue outside the CBD.
How early should I book a Christmas function?
It is best to book as early as possible, particularly for popular December dates and Friday or Saturday events.
Book Your Christmas Function at Ming Ming’s Kitchen
Your Christmas function should be about celebrating — not stressing over logistics.
With flexible banquet options, modern Northern Vietnamese cuisine, indoor and outdoor dining, dietary flexibility and function spaces for up to 80 guests, Ming Ming’s Kitchen makes it easier to plan your next Brisbane Christmas celebration.
Whether you're organising a small business Christmas party, corporate Christmas function, staff Christmas dinner, team lunch or a larger end-of-year celebration, there is a flexible dining option for your group.
Bring your team together, share delicious Vietnamese food and celebrate everything you've achieved throughout the year.
Looking for Christmas function packages in Brisbane? Contact Ming Ming’s Kitchen in Wilston to discuss your group size, preferred date, menu and function requirements.
Ming Ming’s Kitchen
Modern Northern Vietnamese Kitchen & Bar1/1 MacGregor Street, Wilston QLD 4051
Good food. Great company. A Christmas celebration worth remembering.
