Rockpool Bar & Grill
Editorial
The focus is on the quality of the produce, which Perry sources with great determination. The best food here is often the simplest: say, grilled king prawns or a plate of cured ham, followed by a steak with a simple salad and potato gratin. At these prices, you ask? You bet: this raises simple food to new levels. Or try the four raw tastes of the sea to start - exquisite Japanese-influenced mouthfuls. There's actually a wide choice that includes imaginative seafood dishes and delicious salad combinations, and even an occasional dish for vegetarians. Bar food is more limited in choice, but again, takes the familiar to new heights. Try the wagyu bolognaise with hand-made spaghetti, or the hamburger. The wine list is big and international, well chosen and fairly pricey.
Rita Erlich, September 2007
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Danielle
December 11, 2006
What an absolute treat! Rockpool did not dissappoint. The food was great, service was exceptional and the experience on the whole was first class.
Pia
February 25, 2007
Rockpool didn't disappoint. It was lovely to see a restaurant with so much attention to the quality of the produce they were using. Loved the focus on aged meat and ethical commentary on the treatment of seafood. Service was great. The steaks were divine. Would definately go again.
Richard
February 12, 2008
Fantastic food and excellent service. The grilled king prawns is a perfect starter - succulent and tasty. For mains, I had the 450g rib eye (it was cooked to perfection), while my wife had the ocean trout (extremely flavourful). The sides were to die for. The staff were friendly, attentive and professional. Will definitely be back.
Stephen
April 28, 2008
Great atmosphere, food (with some exceptions) and services. However, flame grilled Wagyu Marble 9+ is a disappointing way of preparing such delicate dish.
paul
November 29, 2009
Very ordinary and very overpriced... The food was good, but not great. The service was ok. The value was incredibly poor. How does a restaurant get away with charging a $12 pp cover charge?
Deb
January 17, 2010
I have never been so disappointed by a restaurant! My $79 TINY steak was charcoal burnt, when I told the waitress, she advised me that it was 'supposed to be like that'. The crab in the crab pasta was almost non-existent! The ambience is lovely but at these expensive prices, expect quality food.
July 04, 2010
I'd have to agree with deb... for the price you're paying you just have to expect a little bit more... and rockpool doesnt come up with the goods in that department. not saying its bad... but i was expecting more for what i was paying
Dave
January 14, 2011
Dined there wed night extremely disappointing rib eye. Absolutely flavourless
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