Love this place, the food is over the top great!! We always visit Phillip's Foote when in Sydney which seems to be quite often! The ambiance, atmosphere, and great service never disappoints!! read more

Le Foote - Phillip's Foote Restaurant What a beautiful restaurant, great atmosphere, food, service and creative dishes and sides. The Ribeye was to die for as was every entree and side. Ribeye was nicely charred on the outside and super tender and medium rare on the inside. Generally not a cabbage person, but complimented the meal perfectly. The Cheese Pie as an appetizer was also a nice start, a few dishes I did not get the name of them but everything was devoured. Desserts are generally not a common item that I order, but the staff recommended the Rum Baba and the Banana Parfait, which both were winners! Enjoyed the evening and the total experience, almost like you were in another country! Which we were... Everything tastes even better when someone else is treating Like the Aussie's say G' Day Mate, it surely was dining here read more

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A friend recommended Phillip's Foote, he lived in Sydney for 12 years, so I took him up on the recommendation. We came mid-day on a Monday. It was the lunch hour and things were pretty quiet. It was a little tricky to find, we actually walked through the alley that dissects this restaurant, we didn't even realize we walked through until we circled back around and come in the front. The front is a bar, order at the bar and then pull up a stool at a high table. We were there to eat, so we were directed out the back and up to the food part of the restaurant. This is a "serve yourself" kind of place. Oh, and cook for yourself, too! There was a meat case like at the grocery store with meats and salother menu choices on display. We notice what appeared to be a customer turning their steak over on a commercial grill facing the ordering area. My companion ordered a steak, I ordered a meat pie (I was later scolded by said friend, "that's not the place to have an Aussi pie!" We pointed a our selections and through a little chaos (with only one person working behind the counter), were able figure out how this place works. Luckily I didn't have to cook my own pie, but my companion did have to cook his own steak. We both went through a nicely stocked salad bar and found a place to sit, The seating is spread out. Once seated and the steak was on the grill, I ventured off to find beverages (there is NO table service). The bartenders were not immediately on hand so after making the trek, I had to wait, too. We sat right by a bigger, second grill. Once the steak was done and I delivered our drinks, my meat pie was delivered and we finally got to eating. Entertainment came in the form of (what I guessed was) a tour group cooking all their various meats on the grill with lots of grill coaching going on. The food quality was good, though some of that can be dependent on who the cook is. The meat pie had a wonderfully flaky crust. The meat filling was stout and flavorful. With the prices in this tony neighborhood of Sydney (The Rocks), I am sure there are many other interesting and renowned restaurants that don't require you cook for yourself. read more

Phillip's Foote Restaurant - Red wine & meat pie - Steakhouses Near Me - The Rocks, NSW

Absolutely loved the concept of this place. We walked in to the bar and ordered outlet drinks, then wandered back to the smokehouse to pick our food. We opted for a precooked option but you also have the option of cooking your own meat. Portion sizes are huge and you can always go back for more salads and veggies. read more

Phillip's Foote Restaurant - Roast pork and wine - Steakhouses Near Me - The Rocks, NSW

If visiting Sydney, make certain you reserve time to dine at Phillip's Foote! This is a really cool concept: you pick the meat - raw... they give it to you on a wrapped plate... you season, grill, and then feast! Basically, the diner does the work which is probably why you can get such a large tasty steak for a decent price. There is a buffet type line for sides and a self serve salad bar. The bar drinks are ordered at the entrance. You also pay as you order. The atmosphere is super cool. We sat on the outside deck surrounded by vines and other vegetation. It felt like we were at a friend's backyard BBQ (on a really nice patio). The grilling concept is fun as you do share the grill with other diners. As you grill, you will no doubt talk to others grilling beside you, thus adding your backyard BBQ feel. The meats were excellent and if you don't like the way it's cooked, well you have no one to blame but the grill master (who may very be you). Very fun atmosphere. Decent price for the amount of food. And yum. Note: thy take reservations - so ask for the patio. It's covered. read more

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Short review: This place is confused. The front bar is an old man's pub whilst out the back is trying way-too-hard to be a steakhouse and failing miserably ($40 to cook your own steak?). Phillip is definitely missing a foot, cos this place is hopping mad! Long review: Last weekend after a shocker at The Glenmore (we decided to leave after bad vibes and bad food) myself and my 2 chums were looking for another place to drown our happiness. We walked past The Observer, a usual haunt, because they had the visibility funstoppers on display (3 douche gorilla's folding arms at the front entrance) and without thinking I blurted out "What about Phillip's Foote?" My mate, a Rocks regular, remarked "Whose Phillip? and what's wrong with his foot?". I said, no um, Phillip's Foote you know? with an e? His raised eyebrow and "aren't you special" glance let me know he regarded me as the dumbest melon on the planet. I tried to recover by suggesting it was right next door to Rockpool, opposite the cop shop. I probably shouldn't have mentioned Rockpool as it made me look even poncier. Anyhoo, both lads knew where the cop shop was (by this stage we were walking right past it) and indeed PF's itself. I nodded my head towards the doorway as we passed, and my friend's comment was "this sh--thole?" as he jerked his thumb in the direction of the bar. I clearly don't understand rhetorical sarcasm because as I cleared my throat in preparation of the establishment's defence he finished his assessment with a colourful "Hell no!" before we all walked to the Fortune and our night was saved! The important points of this little ditty are the following: - In literally 2 decades worth of drinking in this area my mate has never set foot inside... the Foote! - He's walked past it any number of times to/from Fortune, Orient, Observer, Mercantile... and never even knew it existed. - I didn't have any words to defend the place. I couldn't think of a reason to go there. I certainly couldn't think of one to trump the Fortune. - I've only been to the Foote twice myself. Once in the last couple of weeks, and once many many moons ago. Here's my take on my most recent visit, which was soured by a few things: 1. The Price -- $36 for a steak you ultimately cook yourself is an absolute rip-off. Just because you are next door to Rockpool does not give you the right to charge Rockpool prices. And let's face it. Neil himself would probably be cooking your steak, and serving it to you. Is cooking for myself (after doing it all week) somehow considered a luxury now? 2. The Quality -- The meat was probably fine, maybe even very good. However, I made the silly mistake of choosing a marinated steak. The marinade wasn't well conceived and was probably just the little bits left in every bottle they could find (I know right! This usually makes a marinade fit for a king but not at the Foote). 3. The Beer -- Shame they don't serve "Flat Tire Ale" here, it'd be a delicious irony. Headless beer served not very cold in plastic jugs just isn't my bag. Beggars can't be choosers, but at the Foote you'd be excused for thinking you are a Fortune 500 member with the cook-your-own-steak-for-$40 policy. So the beer should suit... Or, maybe I'm missing the point, and the beer fits PERFECTLY. Lazy cooks, Lazy bar staff. The beer here is that tepid VB swill you'd find in that old man bar that you used to sneak into as a 17-year-old with all your boofhead mates. 4. The Atmosphere -- We were yelled at by some couple two tiers above us in the rafters, to shut up because we were too loud. Ohhhh so sorry I didn't realise PF's was The Rocks #1 romantic destination. Being that there was 10 of us crowded around a BBQ table designed for 8, being forced to drink crappy jugs of beer and engage in conversation in a tiny space, how about YOU shut up and buy your partner a real dinner in a real restaurant where all the subtle nuances and etiquette and quiet ambience are built in... Oh you know, like say Rockpool (which I've mentioned 50 times now) which is right next door for chrisakes! 5. The Public Bar -- what? There's a public bar? Err yeah, you could almost be forgiven for thinking this is a thoroughfare. I dunno who frequents it, sit in it or decides to have a beer in it. You basically go to the "public bar" to order/get your drinks then you return to your table outside to consume them. In closing: In close proximity of Phillip's Foote are literally a coupla dozen or more better places to spend your money on drinks and/or food - so why would you bother to go here? There is no actual drawcard. Oh sorry I forgot, you get to cook your own $40 steak. My mistake this place should be packed given that sort of incentive! read more

To be honest there are not a lot of great places to get a good steak around the Rocks that I have been able to find. This little back door gem is a relaxing atmosphere and a little different since you cook your own meat. If you are in the area and craving steak then it's worth giving it a try. Not too easy to find, it up in the back of the bar with indoor outdoor seating. read more

This was one of my favorite pubs while I was in Australia for 3 weeks, stopped here 6 or so times. Nice range of beer options and nice steak options. If you on a KETO diet and just want some grass fed meat this is your place while traveling to Sydney. To top if all off the staff is super friendly. read more

My best friend Josh R and I really wanted bbq. We wanted some steak. So we Yelped the heck out of places and made a decision. Personally, I've found myself constantly at The Rocks which is a short short walk from the Sydney Harbour bridge coming from the Art Museum and Circular Quay. Wow. Doesn't this bring back a whole bunch of memories. Just to give a timeline, I visited Sydney during the New Year of 2017 and this is a long past due review. I think there are two separate entrances to this place but the one we went through was assuming the front. From the outside, looks like a small bar that promisingly looked like had great food. It was the moment we stepped through the door that someone helped us out and asked us if it was our first time here and we said yes. She then led us back to a courtyard, up the stairs of a porch which to the right had a grill, cool! Through the doors we were then led to the meats! Before quickly giving us a run through of the process, she said we could go up to the bar and order drinks. LOVE. How this place works is you first buy your meat(s). Boy did they have a selection. My little self didn't know what to get! There were SO MANY choices. I now have learned, 6 months later, to never, ever settle for food. So I went and got a filet mignon. Josh got a T-bone. Smart. Man. Other choices included marinated kabobs, rib eye, etc. Once you purchase your meat, you get it served on a plate - raw. Then you bring it to the grill to cook yourself with quite simple instructions on how long to grill for. There are two grill opposite of each other up on the porch area. Once your meats are grilled to perfection you take it back in to add some seasoning. Everything else from here on out is served buffet style. Your starches and veggie can be topped off on your plate and you can go back for more. Probably one of the better experiences I have had while in Sydney. read more

Nice and friendly staff, great place to chill out and have a nice meal. Steak quality was good. Very nice ambience and cosy. You got to grill your own steak to your liking... the free flow salad bar was great. read more

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This has got to be one of my all time favourite go to places for cook your own. It's a set price, you choose your cut of meat and you have open access to the buffet table which includes salads, pastas, bread and enough condiments to make everyone happy. It's well worth it because you do get to cook your meat exactly how you like it and usually mine means that the chef won't cry when I ask it for black and crunchy. It has a quaint little outside area that's out the back and the front doesn't give anything away. Go have a bevvy or two with some friends after work some time. I promise you won't be disappointed. read more

A great bar which takes you back in history!! The ceilings are low, rooms and bar small and the dark stained timber all reminiscent of the great pubs experienced on London Pub Walking Tours. read more

Phillip's Foote Restaurant - Steakhouses Near Me - The Rocks, NSW

I come this restaurant few time already! It is an interesting steakhouse. You buy the beef or meat you like. Then you grill it by yourself. Their meat quality is very good so even I am not good in cooking. The steak still very very good. Make sure don't forget the local beer V8... read more

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While staying in Sydney, we went to dinner at this great place. We thought it was just a local eatery but we were mistaken. This is a cook your own dinner place. You pick the type and cut of meat you want and then "you" cook it on the large grills they have. The salad bar and atmosphere was also great. The only draw back was the two (2) inch roach that climbed up the brick wall right behind us. We would still go back; just not sit where we were! read more

I really liked this place. It was a rainy day and we weren't sure where to go. We stumbled across this place using Yelp. After a warm greeting at the front bar I asked where can we eat. We were promptly directed out to the back of the pub to a beautiful beer garden. We cooked our own steaks after being given a range of different choices. I thought the prices were pretty good seeing we are at the rocks. 25 bucks for a rump and unlimited salad bar. This place is well worth a visit. read more

Phillip's Foote Restaurant - The incinerator for cook dead animal flesh. - Steakhouses Near Me - The Rocks, NSW

Weekend bbq at a Rocks Cafe, this cafe offers the opportunity to BBQ your own steaks, the meat looks really fresh and is marinated for you. You get all you can eat salad bar for $20 - basic salads, beetroot, beans, corn, lettuce, tomatoe, onions. The steaks are still about $30 but that includes all you can eat salad. And the cuts are big. Its a bit of a thrill, being out and cooking your own food. There is also a la carte, $14 Sunday lunch special sausages, potatoes, beans and onions. The bistro is located out the back of an old Sydney pub and there is a courtyard entrance as well. Nice afternoon / evening ambiance - family orientated. There is a lot of history within this place, and the warm hospitality of the staff was really a winner. read more

Phillip's Foote Restaurant - Steakhouses Near Me - The Rocks, NSW

Checked this place out. Recommended by a local. You cook your own steak or fish. Then all you can eat sides and salads. Looked great but we didn't want to cook. Also the portions were huge. Would try it. read more

Great outdoor patio seating. Hubs and I split the cheese board which was plenty for a great price and a delicious variety! Enjoyable eating experience. read more

Not as good as it claimed to be. The steaks aren't fresh and tough to chew. My husband is an expert in Bbq steaks but the steaks aren't just up to par. Over priced and you have to get your own water and drinks from somewhere else. Not a memorable experience sorry to say. read more

I loved the vibe, quaint, and classic. I liked cooking my own filet mignon to my liking--even though I had to take it back and cook it some more. The meat was tender and had a great flavor. I like the salad bar and the simplicity of the restaurant. I highly recommend it. read more

Just had a lunch and beer for value excelent place have been living in Sydney for last 20 years this was my first visit to the place.And when i went to get food i did see dish that i have not seen in Sydney for quiet long time i was so superise with it. Plus you can BBQ you the meat you buy for value of 28$-30$ resonable price for lunch or dinner in a heart of turist district.... read more

Most disappointing. And I was given a lecture on how there was not anywhere else in Sydney that is open for food this late (8:50pm). I've been to Phillip's Foote many times over the years. I was sold 2 steaks for $73 and when we came back from grilling, there was a dried up smattering of vegetables left. Apparently it was because they were closing early. The guy in the kitchen even tried to get me to have salad instead of the veggies that I wanted. Anyway, I had to wait for veggies and by then my very expensive steak had cooled down. Not sure I am coming back here again. read more

This must be the only place on the planet that charges you 30 bucks for a steak so you can cook it yourself. But they do, and the steak is that good, it's worth it. Choose from Sydney cut, t-bone, marinated rump, beef kebab, lamb cutlet... and I can't ever go past the fillet mignon - tender and juicy as it gets. Char it up on the communal bbq - at least you've only got yourself to blame if you stuff it up. Load up at the salad bar, and select your sauce. Guess it's a bit like an upmarket Sizzler - but the steak is the hero at the Phillip's Foot. Inside is cosy, intimate and great in winter, but the courtyard is the place to be on a balmy eve. Carnivores flock to this place so come on a school night and get in early to avoid the crowds. The heritage listed establishment was named after Captain Arthur Phillip who led the first fleet from England to Australia in 1788... one of the first white men to set foot on the shores of Sydney Cove. read more

Phillip's Foote Restaurant - Steakhouses Near Me - The Rocks, NSW

This is the third time we've been to Phillip's Foote, and it's always been great. Excellent cuts of meat that you grill yourself. The cost includes salad bar, potatoes and veggies. My sirloin strip was very good, and my wife's filet was excellent. Large portions. Unique patio setting at fair prices. Not at all fancy, but a real treat. We definitely will return on our next visit to Sydney. read more

Great staff! Great food! I can not say enough about this restaurant. The steak was phenomenal and yes you grilled it yourself. That's the beauty of experience. You choose the cut of meat and then cook it to your liking. Awesome! You pay a flat price for your meal that included steak, veggies, and salad bar. If yo walk away from here hungry - shame on you. Marvelous idea and worth the price. read more

For a casual 'meat lovers' night out you can't go wrong with Phillips Foote. While it's a get in grab a table type affair, they will also accept bookings. If you're not happy with the booked table, feel free to grab another spot! Basically self serve. Go to bar for drinks, kitchen area for a great range of meat, salads and baked spuds. ... You cook your own choice, so it's a great time for male bonding while at the BBQ!. For less than $40 a great steak and salad meal, bread, fruit and a beer can be yours. Guaranteed you won't leave hungry! The only down point is that you may be near a noisy group and find your own conversation difficult... We did, So we just moved to another table. Phillips Foote is NOT a place for a romantic dinner. BUT it's a great steak house/ pub with an atmosphere unlike any other in the Rocks. No need to get prettied up, so if you've been hiking around all day, you won't have to worry about being underdressed. We stumbled on this place a couple of years ago, and our return trip didn't disappoint. Our 'newbie' guest raved about it for the rest of the evening. So, give it a go next time you're passing through the Rocks! read more

Okay - you cook your own meat which is a neat idea. Note to first time attendees - best for groups! If just two of you, get beer/wine/water before you start grilling. Lamb was very good, I had the marinated rump (sauce was eh just okay). Sides were good. Would be a lot of fun with a big group of people. Price was okay. read more

we have been going to this place for 13 years ,today with 30 people we asked for a discount as the food was not as it has been the staff and managers simply refused to have any discussion, and very poor attitude we wont be going back ,customer service is key for us read more