VOL 26 ISSUE 19, May 19, 2025
Main caption: Marvel Stadium, where Delaware North has been hospitality provider for more than 25 years, debuted its latest premium dining offering for Medallion Club members, Stoke-Grill. A collaboration with the Melbourne restaurant Stokehouse, the new dining option features chef-inspired grilled dishes and seafood. Pictured above are Scott Fitzgerald (left), general manager of Marvel Stadium, and Jason Staudt, executive chef of Stokehouse, who curated the menu for guests at Marvel Stadium.
Delaware North, the longstanding hospitality partner at Marvel Stadium in Melbourne, Australia, unveiled its latest premium dining experience for Medallion Club members on May 7 – Stoke-Grill, a concept that brings the best of Melbourne’s surf and turf to the stadium.
Inspired by the city’s iconic beachside venues, Stokehouse and Stokehouse Pasta & Bar, Stoke-Grill introduces bold flavors, premium ingredients and signature hospitality to the Medallion Club.
The Medallion Club is considered as the top-tier premium membership offering within Australian stadia, with access at both Marvel Stadium and the Melbourne Cricket Ground, where Delaware North also serves as the hospitality and retail partner. The Marvel Stadium, Delaware North and Stokehouse teams will deliver a bold new dining experience that lifts the Medallion Club’s premium dining offering to a new level.
With a powerhouse grill serving flame-kissed cuts and fresh seafood, Stokehouse Precinct Executive Chef Jason Staudt has expertly crafted a menu inspired by the heat of the grill and the energy of the stadium.
“Creating a concept specifically for Marvel Stadium has been inspiring,” Staudt said. “Around the world, stadiums are delivering world-class, premium dining experiences, so we’re excited to be a part of that at Marvel, and to deliver a dining experience that matches the excitement of what’s happening out on the field.”
Taking cues from Stokehouse’s produce-driven and bold approach to the menu, the dishes feature grill and seafood signatures – bringing the best of the surf to the turf of Marvel Stadium.
“Delaware North is thrilled to unveil Stoke-Grill at Marvel Stadium, a vibrant new dining destination that celebrates the flavors, energy and creativity Melbourne is known for,” said Gary Brown, managing director of Delaware North Australia. “It’s a privilege to partner with the team behind the renowned Stokehouse Precinct to bring this concept to life. This opening marks the next step in our ongoing partnership with the Australia Football League to deliver premium, uniquely Melbourne experiences at Marvel Stadium.”
Stoke-Grill offers a curated mix of table settings perfect for any occasion, accompanied by an exclusive private dining room. The new premium dining offering is designed for both pre-game feasts and post-game celebrations.
“Stokehouse is one of Melbourne’s foremost dining institutions and is synonymous with premium fine dining – making it right at home within the Medallion Club,” said Scott Fitzgerald, general manager of Marvel Stadium. “We couldn’t be happier to welcome the team to Marvel Stadium, collaborating with us to create a memorable dining experience in Stoke-Grill that I know our members, guests and partners will love.”
Several publications covered the opening of Stoke-Grill, including Hospitality Magazine and Concrete Playground.