Pony Dining The Rocks

4.6

84 Reviews

$A41 to $A100

Steakhouse

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2 people

27 Dec 2024

22:30

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

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.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Modern Australian, Seafood
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 12:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:00
Phone number
(02) 9252 7797
Website
https://www.ponydiningtherocks.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive Chef
Neil Nolan
Catering
Pony offers your guests a unique blend of uncomplicated and flavorsome food cooked over wood-fire, showcasing the freshest of local produce. We will walk you through our well-shaped beverage list to create a selection that will complement your menu. A range of beverage packages and delicious cocktails are also available.
Private party facilities
Celebrate your special occasion at Pony, a glorious space blending the charm of yesteryearwith the chic of today. The multiple photogenic laneways and buildings nearby bring a superior backdrop to capture those all-important happy snaps, Pony is the perfect place to say "we do".

Location
Cnr Argyle Street and Kendall Lane, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000
Area
The Rocks
Cross Street
Corner of Kendall Lane and Argyle Street
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
5 minutes walking distance from Circular Quay train, Tram and ferry stations
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Experiences

Pre-order Tomahawk
A$200.00 per party
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Pre order your tomahawk for this reservation All charges will be applied to the final bill.
Fresh Live Lobster
A$200.00 per party
Prepaid
Multiple dates available
Pre order your lobster for this reservation. 48hrs notice minimum. All charges will be be applied to the final bill.
$100 - THREE COURSE MENUS - MINIMUM 4 GUESTS
A$100.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Full menu available on website. - Starters to share - Main course - Dessert course

Marinated olivesA$10.00
Italian flatbread, wood fire grilled pumpkin, whipped ricotta, pumpkin seeds, salsa verde*A$18.00
Burrata, wood fire grilled peach and asparagus, vincottoA$24.00
Sydney rock oysters (ea)
- Eschallot dressingA$6.00
- Bloody mary dressingA$8.00
Duck and maple sausage, braised red cabbage, orange bbqA$24.00
Kangaroo skewers (3), pepper sauce, raspberries, toasted buckwheat *A$33.00
Wood fire grilled prawns (2), prawn toast, tomyum mayo*A$28.00
Wood fire grilled cheese burger, pickles, tomato slice, shoe string fries *A$26.00
- add bacon +A$4.00
- extra patty +A$6.00
Grilled chicken salad, cabbage, mint, pickled currants, chili, parmesan, citrus dressingA$28.00
Linguine, veal and pork meatballs, wood roasted tomato and basil sauce *A$28.00
Sesame seared tuna, avocado, soba noodles salad, sesame and ginger dressingA$28.00
Lord nelson beer battered flat head, tartare sauce, chips *A$34.00
Wood roasted cauliflower, snake beans, toasted hazelnut tahini dressing, curry leaf (v)A$34.00
Market fish - MP
250g Rangers Valley rump, grain fed 270 days, BMS5+, chimichurriA$46.00
270g O'Connor sirloin, grass fed, BMS3+, black garlic butterA$58.00
400gr o’connor dry aged bone in sirloin, bms 3+, condimentsA$94.00
450g O’Connor rib eye, grass fed, BMS3+, bone marrow, beef jus *A$89.00
Rangers Valley black onyx, 1kg - 2kg tomahawk, grain fed 100 days, BMS 4+, condiments - MP

Sides

FriesA$14.00
Market leaves, wood roasted leek vinaigrette, salted ricotta, grainsA$14.00
Wood fire grilled broccolini, toasted hazelnut dressing, crispy garlic (v)A$16.00

What 84 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6

4.6 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Diners' Choice Awards

Sydney City
Great for creative cocktails
Sydney City
Neighbourhood gem
Sydney City
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Pony Dining The Rocks offers an exceptional dining experience with a "fantastic" menu and "attentive" service. Guests rave about the "delicious" food, from kangaroo skewers to silken chocolate cake, and the cozy, rustic atmosphere. The restaurant is highly recommended for its "great location" and memorable ambience, perfect for any occasion.

84 Reviews

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Nancy
VIP
New Orleans
87 reviews
5.0
87 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a great table for 2 at the front edge, with a clear view of the opera house and the people strolling the waterfront. The linguine with seafood was delicious, as was the burrata and the Italian beer. Tiramasu was tasty, but we wished we had shared because the portion was huge! On Christmas Eve, it was very busy, so service was a bit off, but all the servers were so pleasant that I can’t fault them.
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Bill
VIP
Seattle
14 reviews
5.0
14 reviews
Dined 5 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great cocktails, food service and ambiance. Highly recommend for a great date night or when visiting Sydney Rocks District.
Pony Dining The RocksResponded today
Hi Bill, thank you very much for taking the time to review us! We loved having you and hope you had a great trip in Sydney.
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Alice
New South Wales
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 18 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Amazing experience at Pony! From entrée to dessert an incredible discovery for the taste buds. I definitely recommend the duck and the lamb, delicious.
Pony Dining The RocksResponded 3 days ago
Hi Alice, we are thrilled to know that you really enjoyed your dining experience. We would love to host you again soon!
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Tom
Philadelphia
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 17 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 1
Food was great. Best steaks ever. No view, little ambiance, cold air blowing on me.
Pony Dining The RocksResponded on 19 December 2024
Hi Tom, We are very sorry to hear that you were not comfortable with our air-con. In the future, we can allocate your table outside which might be more comfortable for you. However we are thrilled to hear our food has exceeded your expectations! We look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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Aldo
VIP
Las Vegas
18 reviews
4.0
18 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
This place definitely has a lot of energy if you’re looking for a more intimate setting probably not for you but the food was yummy. The service felt a little rushed, but still had a great time.
Pony Dining The RocksResponded 3 days ago
Hi Aldo, thank you for taking the time to review us. We appreciate your honest feedback. We are very glad that although our service made you felt rushed, the food and other quality made up for it. We hope to see you again soon!
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Ange
Gold Coast
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Pony actually exceeded our expectations. Staff were lovely and despite being run off their feet we were welcomed even able to share a quick laugh. Service was also good. We opted for the entree special of crocodile kebab which sadly didn’t hit the spot. It was quite tough and since we recently enjoyed crocodile in Darwin several times this dish was a let down but Kudos to the chef for having it on the menu at all. On the other hand the eye fillet was cooked perfectly and paired with mint and a side of crispy broccolini. We choose the caramel tart as recommended by our waiter as a lite bite for dessert also delicious. Really pleased we stumbled upon Pony and would happily go back.
Pony Dining The RocksResponded on 19 December 2024
Hi Ange, We apologise to hear that you didn't enjoy our crocodile skewers, we will be sure to pass on your feedback to our kitchen. However we are pleased you enjoyed the rest of your meal and our service. It was a delight to host you, and can't wait for you to visit us again soon!
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Lucy
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was absolutely brilliant and the cocktails we had were absolutely delicious!! Definitely recommend
Pony Dining The RocksResponded on 19 December 2024
Hi Lucy, Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so happy to hear how much you enjoyed our food and signature cocktails as we also love them! Hope to see you back soon.
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Jacqui
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 12 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a group of 8 so got a big long table outside which was perfect. Our waiter was very attentive and really friendly, so helped in our enjoyment. The set menu was great, the starters had a great variety so everyone could enjoy their faves, the tuna tartare was my pick. The mains were lovely, the market fish was a winner along with the steak and they had some yum chips and salad to share. Would come back agin.
Pony Dining The RocksResponded on 19 December 2024
Hi Jacqui, We enjoyed hosting you and your guests. Tuna is also our staff pick! Hope to see you back soon!
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Fiona
Melbourne
19 reviews
4.0
19 reviews
Dined on 7 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Lovely dinner yesterday - oysters, the special lamb sausage with harissa, and scoth fillet with emoji mushrooms. Everything was delicious, and our waitress very attentive.
Pony Dining The RocksResponded on 19 December 2024
Hi Fiona, We are very glad you had a great time. We would be delighted to welcome you back soon!
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Sean
Sydney
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 29 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Always fabulous. The wood fire grill and their passion and expertise is consistently good.
Pony Dining The RocksResponded on 19 December 2024
Hi Sean, Thank you so much for your kind words, we hope to welcome you again soon!
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Pony Dining The Rocks is rated 4.6 stars by 84 OpenTable diners.

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2 people

27 Dec 2024

22:30

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

Cnr Argyle Street and Kendall Lane, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000

Additional information

Cross Street
Corner of Kendall Lane and Argyle Street
Area
The Rocks
Hours of Operation
Lunch Daily 12:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:00
Price
$A41 to $A100
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Modern Australian, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Public transit
5 minutes walking distance from Circular Quay train, Tram and ferry stations
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Neil Nolan
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Vegan

Website
https://www.ponydiningtherocks.com/
Phone number
(02) 9252 7797
Catering
Pony offers your guests a unique blend of uncomplicated and flavorsome food cooked over wood-fire, showcasing the freshest of local produce. We will walk you through our well-shaped beverage list to create a selection that will complement your menu. A range of beverage packages and delicious cocktails are also available.
Private party facilities
Celebrate your special occasion at Pony, a glorious space blending the charm of yesteryearwith the chic of today. The multiple photogenic laneways and buildings nearby bring a superior backdrop to capture those all-important happy snaps, Pony is the perfect place to say "we do".

Pony Dining The Rocks

Make a booking

Additional information

Pre-order Tomahawk

Fresh Live Lobster

$100 - THREE COURSE MENUS - MINIMUM 4 GUESTS

Menu

Marinated olivesA$10.00

Italian flatbread, wood fire grilled pumpkin, whipped ricotta, pumpkin seeds, salsa verde*A$18.00

Burrata, wood fire grilled peach and asparagus, vincottoA$24.00

Sydney rock oysters (ea)

Duck and maple sausage, braised red cabbage, orange bbqA$24.00

Kangaroo skewers (3), pepper sauce, raspberries, toasted buckwheat *A$33.00

Wood fire grilled prawns (2), prawn toast, tomyum mayo*A$28.00

Wood fire grilled cheese burger, pickles, tomato slice, shoe string fries *A$26.00

Grilled chicken salad, cabbage, mint, pickled currants, chili, parmesan, citrus dressingA$28.00

Linguine, veal and pork meatballs, wood roasted tomato and basil sauce *A$28.00

Sesame seared tuna, avocado, soba noodles salad, sesame and ginger dressingA$28.00

Lord nelson beer battered flat head, tartare sauce, chips *A$34.00

Wood roasted cauliflower, snake beans, toasted hazelnut tahini dressing, curry leaf (v)A$34.00

Market fish - MP

250g Rangers Valley rump, grain fed 270 days, BMS5+, chimichurriA$46.00

270g O'Connor sirloin, grass fed, BMS3+, black garlic butterA$58.00

400gr o’connor dry aged bone in sirloin, bms 3+, condimentsA$94.00

450g O’Connor rib eye, grass fed, BMS3+, bone marrow, beef jus *A$89.00

Rangers Valley black onyx, 1kg - 2kg tomahawk, grain fed 100 days, BMS 4+, condiments - MP

Sides

FriesA$14.00

Market leaves, wood roasted leek vinaigrette, salted ricotta, grainsA$14.00

Wood fire grilled broccolini, toasted hazelnut dressing, crispy garlic (v)A$16.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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