Best Cozy Restaurants in The Rocks

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1. Pony Dining The Rocks

4.6

Exceptional(95)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • The Rocks

Booked 18 times today

Pony’s executive chef and team are the masters of the wood fire grill, producing contemporary and modern Australian dishes of the season’s freshest produce since its opening in 2006. In an open kitchen where Exec Chef Neil Nolan enjoys a chat with our guests, the Argentinian grill fuelled by iron bark takes dominance with the menu created around this masterpiece. Pony is located in Sydney’s oldest cobblestone laneway within the historic and bustling dining precinct of The Rocks offering inside and outside seating. Our carefully crafted boutique selection of wines and delicious cocktail list complements our a la carte and group menus.

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2. Tapavino - Circular Quay

4.6

Exceptional(280)

Price: Expensive

• Spanish • Circular Quay

Booked 19 times today

Tapavino - Circular Quay is a cozy spot where you can enjoy a delightful tapas and wine experience. The warm and welcoming vibe, as mentioned in the reviews, sets the tone for a cosy and intimate dining experience. Customers have praised its 'warm hosts/managers/owners' and the 'lovely cosy winter spot' it provides. The restaurant's close proximity to the wine bottles and friendly service further enhance its cozy ambiance.

3. Jounieh

4.7

Exceptional(193)

Price: Expensive

• Middle Eastern • Dawes Point / Walsh Bay

Booked 15 times today

Jounieh is a contemporary approach to the Middle Eastern culinary tradition.Perfectly positioned on the Walsh Bay harbour foreshore, this waterside venue takes you on a journey through the distinctive flavours and tastes of its famed namesake – the coastal town of Jounieh in Lebanon.From the pickles and spices of the bustling ‘Souk’, the grandeur of its luxurious oceanfront resorts, bustling nightlife and numerous promenade eateries, Jounieh is an all-encompassing slice of Lebanese culture.So grab another round of dips and pile up the pita; time moves slowly when you’re eating this well.

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4. Silvester’s Restaurant and Lounge

4.6

Exceptional(20)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Circular Quay

Booked 1 time today

Enjoy a casual dining experience that remains true to our unique story and food philosophy that focuses on simplicity, quality and thoughtfully prepared dishes that are paired with a selection of premium Australian and New Zealand wines, craft beer and signature cocktails. We look forward to welcoming you.

5. Bar 1880

4.3

Awesome(6)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Circular Quay

Originally the home of ‘The Bulletin’ newspaper, we touch on the rich history of Bulletin Place from the 1880’s through to today’s modern world. Mixing classic cocktails dating as far back as the building itself to signature cocktails and specialty drinks to compliment the latest news and events around the world.

6. Clam Bar

4.7

Exceptional(527)

Price: Expensive

• Steak • Sydney CBD

Booked 31 times today

A New York-inspired seafood Grill and steakhouse in the heart of the CBD.

7. Pellegrino 2000

4.7

Exceptional(1021)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Surry Hills

Booked 66 times today

Pellegrino 2000 is described as 'cosy' and 'intimate' by many reviewers, with a vibe that's 'warm and vibrant' and 'great music that suits the space'. The restaurant has a charming ambiance, with an 'eclectic vintage feel' and a 'great ambience and service' that makes it 'perfect for a date night'. The decor, which includes 'gorgeous old bottles', adds to the coziness of the place.

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8. The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe

4.2

Awesome(2777)

Price: Moderate

• Café • Alexandria

Booked 91 times today

The Cafe food and drinks menu is bursting with fresh flavour, made with the finest quality ingredients and created with The Grounds own grown and locally sourced produce. The Cafe at The Grounds has team of chefs who constantly push the boundaries and reinvents the classics in order to deliver you perfect flavour combinations that will make you want to come back time and time again.NOTE: At The Cafe, to ensure that everyone has an opportunity to dine in, we operate on a walk-in only basis for smaller tables during peak hours. If no tables are available on arrival, we will add you to an electronic waiting list and text you when your table is ready, leaving you free to explore the rest of The Grounds. Rest assured, all groups on the wait list will be able to dine-in on the day.

9. Teddy

4.7

Exceptional(54)

Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Potts Point

Booked 19 times today

Teddy offers a fresh and approachable take on the modern Aussie bistro, filled with familiar favourites seen through fresh eyes. The menu is curated by widely acclaimed Chef Ben Sears (Melbourne), and the kitchen is overseen by Head Chef Nicole Coelho who brings her culinary flair to strike the right balance between old and new school favs.Teddy is the perfect space for all season and all reasons. Gather the crew for the next big event or just drop in for a weeknight-wine on the way home from the daily grind. Double Daily Happy Hour is from 4pm-6pm, 7 days a week (and it's well worth sneaking out of work early for!)The Teddy courtyard offers a killer private event space and is the perfect area to book out for you up to 25 of your favourite peope. Pour yourself into a bar stool, order some freshly shucked Sydney rocks with a glass of Aussie bubbles, tap your feet along with the back2back 80s bangers and settle in for some of the best people watching in the hood.

10. 10 William St

4.6

Exceptional(124)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Paddington

Booked 17 times today

WALK-INS ALWAYS WELCOME!We are a little wine bar with food, a casual and unique place with an energy created as much by the food, wine and music as it is by the staff-customer interaction. Please note we only accept reservations are for those dining.

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MarciaVIP
Los Angeles •77 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great wine and charcuterie plate. Excellent salad and bread. Nice experience
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Tapavino - Circular QuayPrice: Expensive• Spanish• Circular Quay
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4.6
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Simon
Canberra •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 4 days ago
This is an outstanding restaurant. We dine regularly at Ponys ,and are NEVER disappointed . A huge THANK YOU for making our dining experience an utter pleasure
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Pony Dining The RocksPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• The Rocks
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4.6
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Deb
Victoria •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 3, 2025
We had the pre-theatre dinner banquet and everything was delicious. What our group thought was excellent was that there was the flexibility for the 6 of us to choose different banquets as long as 2 people chose the same thing. Their lamb and arnabeet were our particular favourites.
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JouniehPrice: Expensive• Middle Eastern• Dawes Point / Walsh Bay
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4.7
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Richard
New South Wales •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 25, 2024
Great food this year, this is our 3rd Christmas at Sylvester’s and this was probably the best. Service was also first class.
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Silvester’s Restaurant and LoungePrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Circular Quay
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4.6
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EmilVIP
Utah •64 reviews
5.0
Dined on Oct 19, 2024
Great cozy and unassuming cocktail bar. It is upstairs in a lane next to the Marriott, and would have missed it had I not do a search. It’s small, maybe seating for 40 or people max. Great ambiance and music. Really nice and helpful staff. The cocktails were delicious.
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Bar 1880Price: Moderate• Cocktail Bar• Circular Quay
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4.3

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86 restaurants available nearby

1. Pony Dining The Rocks

2. Tapavino - Circular Quay

3. Jounieh

4. Silvester’s Restaurant and Lounge

5. Bar 1880

6. Clam Bar

7. Pellegrino 2000

8. The Grounds of Alexandria Cafe

9. Teddy

10. 10 William St

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