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    Searock Grill

    3.4 (115 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    Casual
    Touristy
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed

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    Roasted pumpkin wedge ($14 AUD) very good
    Joe P.

    We had dinner b4 a show at Sydney Opera House. Searock is walking distance from SOH, and takes rezzies. Regarding the ambiance, they have indoor & outdoor dining. We chose indoor bc we were going to the show later. We both ordered steaks, and shared chips & a pumpkin wedge. The steaks were cooked as ordered, and the meat was high quality. You can choose a sauce, but I chose none. Likewise the fries were piping hot and double fried, and the pumpkin was moist and nicely seasoned. To end the meal, the affogato was perfect b4 the show. Note: There is a 10% charge for "weekend" service, but gratuity is optional. Ali was an ok waiter. He wasn't proactive, but he took care of our requests quickly. A downside to the service was the hostess tried to seat us at the worst table in the house: The one right up by the front door. I fukn hate when hostesses do this to me, esp when we had a res. The worst table in the house is for drop ins. Searock had what we were looking for: Good food near SOH, and where you can make a res. However, I would have preferred to go to newly re-opened Opera Bar that is even nearer SOH. Unfortunately, they don't take rezzies on weekends. OB was crackin b4 and after the show.

    Fish and salad
    Thembi S.

    I stopped by Searock Grill while I was wandering Circular Quay one Saturday afternoon. I was seated right away with an amazing view of the harbour. I ordered fish with a side of salad, plus a glass of wine. The food was pretty good - the fish was well seasoned, but I wish I'd had a stronger dressing on the salad. The waitresses were nice, though a little negligent/distracted.

    Maria L.

    Delicious fish and chips here! Compared to America, it's lightly fried. The tartar sauce is really tasty too! :) You can sit inside or outside. Right in the Harbour. Great place to relax and grab a bite before coming/going to the Opera house orrr if you're coming from the Taronga zoo via ferry.

    Eye fillet with mushroom sauce
    Kal C.

    We walked the area for a while and settled on Searock for dinner. It's a bustling area, so not for peaceful dinners. The service was a bit lackluster. It took a while to get acknowledged, which was annoying as we watched a number of servers stand around. There are so many food options in the area, and the menu here is good. We ordered garlic bread, and landed on steaks with a bit of seafood. The ribeye was very overcooked. It was ordered medium-rare and came out on the well side. The steaks are a la carte, so any sides are extra. You do get crispy sweet potato as a garnish, and it's pretty yummy. I had the eye filet with mushroom sauce (it's so, so good). Overall, it was an okay experience. We had to flag people down to get service, which isn't my favorite. I also hate ruined steak, especially at this price point.

    Octopus
    Tomaszek C.

    Ok, so bit touristy. No, no real complains. Location great. Good place to stop for food leaving the opera house. Had their octopus. Octopus was probably cooked. Had a descend Marina based sauce. Those things taste better grilled. Service fine

    Michelle O.

    12/2/24 First meal in Australia. As it was bit hot we dined inside. Great staff friendly and helpful. Note if you order shrimp aka prawns they are served with head on. I ordered salad and shrimp. Only type of dressing was a lemon with oil. I tried asking for like a vinaigrette, Caesar etc no, no, no. My friend ordered steak and fries. Aussie ketchup totally different taste. It had a taste as if it was mixed with A1 steak sauce. We thought it was steak sauce but sampling other places . Nope that's how Aussie ketchup is. Drinks, can you say yuuuum. I love anything passionfruit and drinks did not disappoint. Enjoyment all around and reasonable priced.

    Mischita H.

    Our group had a lunch reservation here. The restaurant is conveniently located at the Harbour. Our table was set outdoors and the weather was quite Cooperative. Our Server sat us right away and a simple menu was already awaiting us. We were to select an entre and a beverage. I chose the beef burger which came with fries and a glass of saivigon blanc. All of our orders were prepared and delivered quickly. I enjoyed my burger but shared the fries and wine with my travel mates. Everything went well and everyone said that they enjoyed their meal. The portions sizes are healthy and I note that the fish and chips looked really good.

    Calamari-yum
    Renee I.

    Walked by this place and the outdoor seating on sunny late afternoon plus the happy hour sign drew us in. It is quite a good HH. We each ordered a wine and food off HH menu plus a salad. The fish & chips were very tasty and the calamari was outstanding. Calamari here seems to always come in slices rather than strips like we have in States. The side salad was also very good. The creamy feta in there was some of the best feta I've had. Honestly I didn't expect much from this place but very happy with our option. Service was friendly and quick.

    Mellissa D.

    Stopped in for beer and ended up eating an early dinner. Our waitress was amazing. She chose our table for us right up front so we could watch the comings & goings of Sydney Harbor. She was so helpful in helping us decide what to order. The kitchen staff was on their A game because it took almost no time to get our food! I had chicken tenders (grilled) off the kid's menu! They were THE BEST chicken tenders I've ever had! It was great to be able to eat outside in beautiful weather.... If I had to complain about something -- the seagulls trying to help patrons clean their plates is quite troublesome & unsanitary! There really should be some form of deterrent to keep them away from customers.

    Terry O.

    A nice right-next-to-the- harbour bar and grill and a good place to relax in Sydney. They have indoor and outdoor seating alongside Circular Quay, but the sun was really glaring so we sat inside. We weren't ready for a meal, but needed to slake our thirst. So water to start, a glass of house white wine (it was happy hour) and a shared bowl of chips. The chips were really good and the wine and water refreshing. We asked for ice because water is usually room temperature in Oz eateries. The menu looked like it had great potential, with steaks and seafood, but it wasn't in our plan to eat there. After a few cups of water, I finished my wine and we left before the fries were gone. They lost their appeal as they cooled, but we enjoyed them fresh from the kitchen.

    Sea rock Grill
    Cheryl H.

    We came here for dinner after a long day of sightseeing. The food was decent, not fabulous, and the restaurant was noisy. Service was good. Don't order the chocolate muffin-like cake, dry and bland.

    Half rack pork ribs
    Pui-See Y.

    Nice place for a meal to enjoy the view and before a show at the Opera House. Very touristy place, but I feel like a lot of the local Aussies are here for the good vibes and good food. We got there just in time for the last two outdoor tables (at 1830) before the queue began and we didn't have reservations. They have indoor seating also, but the view is better outdoors. Very nice vibes and super busy on Friday evening. We weren't super hungry so we ordered 3 raw oysters and half a rack of ribs. More than enough food! The oysters were very fresh and tasty, I should've ordered more! The half a rack had about 5-7 ribs, maybe even 8 ribs. It was more than we can eat AND we had chips! I only had 2 ribs and I was good. I love that they give us a bowl for the bones and at the end, they have a bowl of water for us to rinse our fingers. The staffs were attentive, but once they got a little busy it was a little harder to flag them down. What do you expect on a Friday night!

    John C.

    This is a nice place to eat by the Sydney harbor. Be prepared to spend a fair amount on a meal that you have to piece together. You can order the main meal, but any sides, salads or extras are separate. The hamburger and fries was OK for the price. The seafood curry was very nice but not really filling. Staff seemed very busy running back-and-forth, but not really asking if we needed anything throughout our meal.

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    8 years ago

    Really fun people watching. Catch of the day was great. Service was a little slow for the outdoor area though

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    12 years ago

    Worst breakfast ever. Bloody Mary was $16 and not good. Breakfast was very expensive and not tasty at all. Cover charge of $3 per person.

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    12 years ago

    Top locations. so you will pay. even to sit is a charge. Food excellent. great Chicken. Amazing Steak. Kangaroo was good too.

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    9 years ago

    Great view. Fish and chips were very good. Our veggies were luke warm and undercooked.

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    Seafood curry was great. It's packed with fresh seafood and right spice level. Great view of the bridge.

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    8 years ago

    Food was great, service was a little slow but not too bad. We had the Roo burger and fish n' chips, both were very good.

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    Right on the pier, great location .. Got the burger, was average.. Seemed frozen and not made fresh..

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    The Rocks Cafe - Eggs Benedict and a long black.

    The Rocks Cafe

    4.1(203 reviews)
    0.4 kmThe Rocks
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    What a little gem! This modest little sidewalk café, with a larger-than-you'd-expect indoor area,…read moreis a complete surprise. Located in the popular "The Rocks" tourist area, it is full of charm and staffed by the friendliest folks you'll meet in Sydney. You felt happy just walking by the place. It was full of energy and bustle. We ate there twice, once for breakfast and, since we liked it so much, went back for dinner. Both were outstanding. Service was great. For dinner, I was just in the mood for a simple Burrata Salad and a Spaghetti Bolognaise. Now, the Rocks is not an Italian place, but their versions of these dishes were among the best I've ever had. My partner had the fish and chips, and raved about that too. If you can prepare such simple dishes so beautifully, I can imagine how good the other items on the menu must be. When we left, the woman I imagined to be an owner gave us a wonderful thank you and farewell. THIS is the way to run a small tourist spot!

    Really popular place. They have street seating and indoor. The only thing available when we went…read morewithout waiting was inside. Inside wasn't bad, the table was big and the chairs comfortable. We were waited on immediately. Servers fly around like dancers, it's actually pretty impressive. Our food arrived in no time. My wife had fish and chips and I had lamb and rosemary pie. She enjoyed her meal. Mine was different than I've had before. It was still ok but I wouldn't order it again. Others would probably like it, it just wasn't for me. We didn't have any dessert but as you walk in the door they have some wonderful looking pies and cakes. Do yourself a favor and save room for one of those. I messed up and didn't try something. This is actually a really cool restaurant that I would like to try again. I wouldn't let one dish that didn't hit my taste buds keep me away.

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    Wild Sage - Spices in the Sticky Chai

    Wild Sage

    4.6(17 reviews)
    1.1 kmBarangaroo

    On the third morning of our stay, we were looking for an early-open breakfast eatery or coffee shop…read morebecause we wanted breakfast but not to stuff ourselves before our late lunch at the Sydney Opera House's Bennelong restaurant. Our hotel's concierge suggested we look into breakfast eateries or a bakery at nearby Barangaroo wharf and pointed us two blocks down on Sussex Street, where we stumbled upon Wild Sage. Walking up to their patio dining area, we were greeted by a friendly young man who offered us a choice between patio and indoor seating and provided menus. We chose to dine outdoors to enjoy the beautiful sunny weather and cool yet comfortable temperature. After being seated, the young man, brought us glasses of chilled water while we waited for the server to take our morning beverage and breakfast orders. Our cheery server, Marissa, came by shortly after delivering another table's order and we were ready to order right away. FOOD & BEVERAGE: -Sticky Chai Tea: I requested the chai tea as its blend of natural spices with soy milk appealed to me on this slightly chilly morning. As I poured the steamy steeping hot chai tea through the strainer into the glass, its full aromas wafted towards me as I "aerated" or pulled the tea. $8.50 AUD -Proscuitto Toastie: Triple cheese (Gruyere, mozzarella, & scamorza), sliced proscuitto, truffle bechamel, & pickles on soy linseedsourdough. Although we're slightly lactose-intolerant, my husband decided to order this "upscale" ham and cheese sandwich. It was so rich in flavors and textures that he could only eat half the portion even though he was tempted to finish both sandwich halves. Notably, the toasted sourdough's crisp, crunchy, exterior and warm chewy interior tasted of caramelization and nuttiness. Its tangy sourness offered a savory balance to the creamy, slightly nutty and sweet scamorza and mozzarella cheeses. The creamy cheeses balanced the savory saltiness from the proscuitto and Gruyere. $24 AUD -Truffle Mushroom Toast: I selected this open faced toasted sourdough sandwich which was generously topped with roasted mixed mushrooms, confit garlic and truffle butter, thyme, goat cheese, crispy leeks, and poached eggs. The roasted mixed mushrooms flavors were enhanced "just right" with the truffle butter without being overpowered. This vegetarian sandwich was protein-packed, filling, and very flavorful. $26 AUD We took our time over breakfast while discussing our Sydney exploration plans at this clean, bright, and friendly cafe. It's too bad we didn't have more time in Sydney to return for more but, isn't that the dilemma while traveling? "Too many restaurants, too little time."

    Really wanted to get the Tuna Poke Bowl for lunch but I was too late by the time I got there at…read more2:48pm. They close at 3:00pm and the kitchen closes early so make sure you get there before then! Came back the following day for breakfast and got myself Mango Coconut Chia Pod. I love the puffed rice granola combined with all the colors of the seasonal fruits :) As for my drink, the strawberry matcha was meh, nothing great-- wish there was more strawberry puree ratio to it though. And I should have skipped the whipped cream on it if I read the menu closely. But the iced drink definitely helped with the summer heat!

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    Wild Sage - Chilli scramble ($25 AUD) very good

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    Nomad - Scallops

    Nomad

    4.0(92 reviews)
    2.2 kmSurry Hills
    $$$

    Came to Nomad for a work dinner in May 2024 (catching up on old reviews) and it was one of the best…read moremeals I've ever had!! We started with a mini martini and goat cheese tart combo that they promoted as a bite while you decide on the menu for the night... very creative idea! We ordered a bunch of plates to share and everything was delicious but the most surprising was the kangaroo dish? As we were visiting Australia we had to order this off the menu but were not expecting it to be a raw dish like tartare. However, we were so pleasantly surprised with the taste! We shared 3 of the desserts and all of them were heavenly! Such a delicious dinner, great service, and some great people watching as well! This was a dinner I will remember for a very long time!!

    This was the most incredibly restaurant we enjoyed during our trip to Sydney. While the food was on…read morethe pricey side, we wanted to splurge on a fancy meal. This was the most highly rated restaurant in Surry Hills, and it exceeded all expectations. I cannot say enough great things about the duck slow cooked in plum sauce. It was perfectly seasoned with a bright, sweet plum glaze-- the meat was so tender that it fell off the bone. This was hands down the most delicious duck dish I have ever eaten. We enjoyed a handful of their appetizers (oyster shooters, mini pancakes with crème fresh, etc), all of which were incredible. Very grateful to our waiter for being so helpful with menu suggestions and accommodating one of the guests with a more complicated food palette. The ambience inside was intimate with low warm lightly. The music was classy and not too loud. Such a beautiful and memorable space.

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