The introduction of a new dining room and the upgrade of a bar facility in the MCC Reserve have been extremely popular additions to member amenities since the start of the AFL season.

As flagged in our last edition, the Jim Stynes Grill operates as a additional dining room, available at all matches, in a more casual setting than the Members Dining Room. Located on Level 2 of the Olympic Stand (just outside the Reserve), it features an a-la-carte menu for up to 270 members and guests.

The stylish space was recognised with a silver medal in the hospitality interior design category at the Melbourne Design Awards.

The thousands who have dined there this footy season would agree it is a wonderful, modern space and a very welcome addition to our extensive hospitality offering.

With the 'theatre of dining' being the main emphasis, it is a warm, welcoming and relaxed atmosphere that pays tribute to the late Jim Stynes’ Irish heritage with selective use of green throughout.

The room doubles as a conference facility, which we expect will be very popular on non-event days. 

Offering high-quality meat and wines, the Jim Stynes Grill has quickly become a popular venue for members and their guests to enjoy a pre-game lunch or dinner and to enjoy a range of beverages.

 Members and guests have access to behind-glass, theatre-style seating in the room to view the match or they may return to the Members Reserve to access available walk-up seating or pre-purchased reserved seats.

With undercover outdoor space, impressive views of Yarra Park and Melbourne's CBD, bi-fold doors and heating, the refurbished Robert Flower Terrace has also been a welcome addition.

Located on Level 4 of the Reserve behind bay Q46, the terrace is fitted with seven large LED screens to keep you connected to all the action on the ground.

With flexibility to handle all weather conditions, including closed-in sliding doors, the terrace has undergone a refurbishment and offers a selection of beers including Peroni, Fat Yak and Carlton Draught, with a choice of MCC wines also on offer.

For the food lovers, the new chicken burrito, which can be accompanied with the classic Colombian beer Aguila, is available exclusively in the Robert Flower Terrace.

If you haven’t visited either facility this football season, make sure you check them out on your next visit. We would love to hear your feedback.