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Rockpool Bar & Grill

Crown Complex Southbank, Melbourne, Victoria 3006, Australia
03 8648 1900
Ranked #78 of 2,425 restaurants in Melbourne
4.0 of 5 stars 222 Reviews
Price range: INR0 - INR10,923
Cuisines: Australian, Seafood, Steakhouse
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Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, After-hours
Neighbourhood: Southbank
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222 reviews from our community

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Melbourne
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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 May 2012 NEW

I was a bit hesitant in booking, because of the mixed reviews, but did so anyway. I knew it would be expensive, but was happy with that, especially as it was for a special occasion. The service was fantastic. I can see why some people say the staff are pretentious, but i guess that really depends on who you get... More

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Melbourne, Australia
Senior Reviewer
8 reviews 8 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

Had my 40th birthday here complemented with a stay at Crown Metropol. My wife and I enjoyed a dinner here with another foodie couple. Our night started with a mouth watering lobster omelette which just melted in your mouth. I had one of there signature aged beef done properly "rare" which was beautifully done and complemented with a variety of... More

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Bern
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 May 2012

This should have been the top of South Bank - unfortunately, it turned out fairly mediocre and dissapointing. The service is pretentious, wine list is large, but the offers per glas are poor in quality, and the per bottle offerings for local wine is not very impresssive - those for European wines heavily overpriced (well - who should drink European... More

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Perth, Australia
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27 reviews 27 reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
19 helpful votes 19 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2012

This is my second experience here. On this occasion a few days ago I was with 5 colleagues. The muscles for entrée were possibly the best I have tasted. We all had different meats for mains which were all fantastic. The wine list is extensive. An expensive restaurant, but the quality is up there. My only complaint from this recent... More

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Chinny26
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22 reviews 22 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2012

The food is very nice at Rockpool but you do pay through the nose for it, if you want to save money there are other restaurants along southbank that offer better value but if money is not object go and enjoy the wonderful food and service. More

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Melbourne, Australia
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26 reviews 26 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2012

I didn't pay for my meal so I had no complaints (good old daddy) but the food was absolutely magnificent. I had the rump cap steak as my meat (i think it was $95 for 200gm or something like that) but it was so amazing. I didn't like that you had to order ALL things separate. Like when you order... More

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12 reviews 12 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2012
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This restaurant is part of the casino complex. We had trouble getting a reservation but were squeezed into a 6 pm sitting (needed to be out by 8.30 pm). Excellent food choices and quality which were apparent the minute we walked in the door, strangely enough - very inviting aromas. All staff were knowledgeable and friendly although some were more... More

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Brisbane, QLD Australia
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34 reviews 34 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
52 helpful votes 52 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012
1
person found this review helpful

We have eaten at great restaurants around the world, the steak here was average! As we had been looking forward to this dining experience we were very disappointed. Spend your money elsewhere. More

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See 3 more reviews by Rockstar for Melbourne
Fort Collins, CO
Senior Reviewer
10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 7 cities Reviews in 7 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2012

Quiet with soft lighting, good for a business meeting or relaxing evening with a close friend or two. A extensive wine list with only a few selections under $75 bottle. The food was average and could have been at any of several other nearby Melbourne restaurants for a bit over half the price. Service was adequate, but the disappointment of... More

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Melbourne, Australia
Senior Contributor
28 reviews 28 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2012
1
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Rockpool restaurants are well run, expensive and reliable and delicious. More

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