Description: I have eaten at Rockpool twice -- once in 1998 and again this past February. Since its opening in 1989 it has become regarded as one of the most innovative restaurants not only in Sydney, but the world. Award upon award has been lauded on Rockpool, however, I must say I was more impressed with my first visit than my second.
Located in the heart of the Rocks district -- across the street from the Museum of Contemporary Art -- Rockpool has an excellent location for visitors to Sydney. The restaurant design has won just about as many awards as the chefs -- it's a modern interior fit within the shell of an 1860's building.
When I first visited Sydney, Quay Restaurant had not yet opened (see review), thus, I think that I found Rockpool anti-climatic since it cannot compete with the view offered by Quay. The food was excellent and I would still recommend including it on a visit to Sydney -- however, I would make sure to eat here BEFORE eating at Quay because comparisons are inevitable and Quay will win any competition because of its location alone.
As far the dining, Rockpool is open for only for dinner (6-11pm) and closed on Sunday and Monday.
Most of the dishes are Asian fusion and include lots of seafood. My father and I had the lobster and it was wonderful. Sample menus can be found on the website: .
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