Contact
Reach out to Kiwii Play Sunlit Cardhouse for dining reservations, offline poker lounge bookings or questions about our modern Australian menu and coastal Card Lounge facilities. Our team keeps every detail warm, clear and easy.
Location & hours
A bright, coastal corner where restaurant service meets an intimate poker salon. Join us for lunch, sunset cocktails, dinner and gently hosted poker nights.
Address
Sunlit Cardhouse, Kiwii Play Coastal Promenade
Sunrise Beach, NSW, Australia
A short stroll from the esplanade – watch the light change from ocean blue to terracotta dusk.
Contact details
Whether you are planning a relaxed dinner, a group booking or a private offline poker event in the Card Lounge, our team will guide you through the options with clear, timely communication.
For questions about our restaurant, menu, wine list, card room culture or upcoming poker events.
Our team typically replies within one business day.
For shared tables, long lunches, corporate gatherings or celebrations that begin in the restaurant and drift into the Card Lounge.
Ask about seasonal menus, shared plates and wine matches for poker nights.
For poker table reservations, hosted Texas Hold'em evenings, face-to-face poker events and private card room hire.
Perfect for social poker nights, team evenings and Card Lounge takeovers.
Booking request form
Use this simple form to request a restaurant reservation, a place at one of our offline poker nights, or a tailored Card Lounge gathering. Our team will confirm details with you directly.
Offline poker focus
All poker gatherings at Kiwii Play Sunlit Cardhouse are in-person and social, centred on real poker tables, cards and chips, with gentle guidance on table etiquette for every guest.
Private events & functions
From team milestones to birthdays and long-overdue reunions, our private event offerings bring together modern Australian food, crafted drinks and a welcoming offline poker component in the Card Lounge.
Begin with a relaxed menu built around shared plates, local seafood and seasonal vegetables before drifting towards the Card Lounge. Our team can suggest a sequence of courses that pairs naturally with poker breaks and conversation.
We design in-person poker formats that feel welcoming and unhurried, from introductory Texas Hold'em tables to friendly card room tournaments designed purely for social play.
Frequently asked questions
If you are new to offline poker or simply planning your first visit to our coastal restaurant and poker salon, these notes will help you feel at ease from the moment you walk in.
Not at all. Many guests visit Kiwii Play Sunlit Cardhouse for their first experience of face-to-face poker. Our hosts explain the flow of Texas Hold'em, help you find a comfortable seat and keep the atmosphere relaxed and conversational.
The Card Lounge feels like a relaxed coastal club rather than a traditional casino. Lighting is warm, conversation is encouraged and the focus is on shared moments around the poker tables, not high-stakes tension.
Yes. Our team offers gentle reminders of poker table etiquette, such as waiting for your turn, keeping cards visible on the felt and respecting other guests' pace. If you are curious to learn more before visiting, explore our editorial pieces on table etiquette in the Texas Hold'em and Card Room Culture pages.
Think relaxed coastal polish: neat, comfortable clothing suitable for a modern Australian restaurant. Smart denim, linen, light knits and soft tailoring all feel at home in both the dining room and Card Lounge.
Yes. Our kitchen can accommodate a wide range of dietary requests, including vegetarian, vegan, gluten-conscious and dairy-light options. Please let us know your needs via the booking form or over the phone so we can plan your menu with care.
Both the restaurant and Card Lounge feature step-free access, with accessible restrooms and flexible seating. If you or a guest would benefit from additional support, mention this in your enquiry and we will prepare an appropriate table location and arrival path.
Getting here
Sunlit Cardhouse is designed to be easy to reach, whether you step off a train in your linen shirt, cycle along the esplanade or arrive by rideshare as the sun begins to set.
Take the coastal train line to Sunrise Beach Station, then follow signs towards Coastal Promenade. The walk is level and well-lit, with ocean glimpses along the way.
Limited on-street parking is available on Coastal Promenade, with larger public car parks one and three blocks away. Allow a few extra minutes on weekends and event evenings.
Set your drop-off location to Kiwii Play Sunlit Cardhouse on Coastal Promenade. There is a dedicated zone just beyond our entrance for safe arrivals and departures.
Coastal paths lead directly to the venue, with bike rails available near the entrance. The surrounding streets are pedestrian-friendly and inviting for a pre-dinner walk.
Sunlit Cardhouse team
Kiwii Play Sunlit Cardhouse is shaped by chefs, hosts and poker specialists who share a love of coastal Australian hospitality and the simple pleasure of gathering around a table.
Our culinary team works with local producers, seasonal seafood and timber-grilled favourites to create a menu that feels both refined and relaxed. Dishes are designed to be shared, making it easy for guests to move from lunch to cocktails to a late-night snack between poker hands.
Ask the team for their favourite dish before a long Texas Hold'em session.
Our Card Lounge hosts keep the focus on social connection. They introduce new players to offline poker, guide regulars to the right tables and ensure the pace of each poker event matches the mood of the evening.
From shuffling playing cards to explaining blinds, they are here to support, not to intimidate.
The events and front-of-house team coordinates the flow of reservations, private functions and poker nights. They are your main contact when planning dinner & poker experiences, balancing timings, table setups and any special touches you have in mind.
Share your ideas, and they will help you weave restaurant, lounge and card room moments into one smooth story.