The Rook

3.8 (89 reviews)

ModerateBurgers, Seafood, Venues & Event Spaces

Open • 12:00 pm - 12:00 am (Next day)

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Felicia C.

Overpriced. If you want to take pics then this is your spot. Great decor, very floral; it's like forever spring. The menu is lacking and the prices are more than they should be. One of the few places in the area without happy hour specials. Truffle fries and prawn taco were decent, not great but not bad either. My drink the purple thing (top of menu) was delicious

Trio sliders, brisket,chicken and fish cold and not good!

Cary R.

Two stars for service and ambience. Everywhere we went we had amazing food! Our last night in Sydney decided to give this place a try. Uber dropped us off and we still couldn't find it. There's no big sign so it took us sometime to locate it. We were seated immediately and keep in mind this is a fun place! I'm not a fan but they were able to make me my fav Moscow mule with vodka. The drinks were great! Our order was taken promptly and our food came out even faster which was alarming. Our three food options were there in less than 5 minutes. I have to say all three were really bad! The trio sliders cold and I sampled all three didn't like any at all! Their kitchen sink salad was bland although it had so many things in it just not good and lastly onion rings which because everything else was so bad this was ok and salty. Last meal in Sydney and left very disappointed! I do still recommend this place based on ambience,service and drinks. Not sure if this was just an off day in the kitchen but it was an unfortunate one for us!

Forkin hell that's fancy lighting!, The Rook

Dan P.

The Rook - The Tower, Marquess and Rector. Standing proud and defiant at all four corners of the board, it is the oft most under utilised piece. Back to front and sideways it can sit on any square. Use it wisely and watch the King get surgically incised betwixt twin crab-like pincers. This bar's physical presence is nothing like its chess namesake. Tucked away in some corner of the city that you'll probably never ever find, heck even the elevator doesn't know where it is. But, the essence of The Rook, the bars understated cool, mirrors the enigmatic castle piece. This bar is cool, it knows it is cool. It doesn't tell you - because it doesn't need to. It doesn't show you - because it doesn't need to. It just exudes the essence of cool. They stock sexy gins here (Bulldog, and the West Winds Dirty Harry just a glorious 2 of many) all locked up in a cabinet, and if you know what you're doing you'll sidle on up to the bar, nod knowingly at a friendly face and quip "I'll have a little Britain", cos you know your citrusy yuzu and expect a slice of zest to match ur personality. If you're uber you'll fling them a sack full o' botanicals and consider the trasnsaction done! And when you've had your fill, and the only way is out, you'll stand like a muppet in the elevator waiting endlessly for the doors to close, not realising in your stupor that they run on good vibes - and this place is all about good vibes - so just breathe them in, watch as the doors magically close, and exhale when you reach ground floor. Sadly I didn't try the food here. Definitely next time... but what a first impression! what a first impression! Consider me smitten!

Albert M.

I don't really like their service, venue and environment. Due to tiny venue, we had to wait downstair for 15 mins and the girl was not nice. Also, there was a time when all of my mates had arrived upstairs, got table and ordered food & drinks, I came late and my friend came down to pick up me, the girl still forced me to wait. All the food were cold and drinks were not cold any more when I came up. Worst experience! Lobster roll is not very special. It's an Asian-fusion dish. Veggie, herbs and sauce are stronger than lobster that I can't feel the existence of lobster in the roll. They should name it "Veggie roll! I prefer traditional Vietnamese pork roll - Banh mi. Other dishes seem normal for me too. All the drinks like cocktails and cider are quite good.

Fernanda S.

The Rook was number 4 (and last) place on my list at a Bar Hop/Crawl my friend and I decided to go on last Friday. We randomly picked 4 bars on York Street neither of us had been to and went on a little drink/food journey, and what a fun journey it was! People, if you happen to work on York St you are a lucky duck and spoiled for choice when it comes to cool bars. The Rook was our last stop, so as you can imagine, we were a lil bit tipsy. We didn't eat at any of the other places as we wanted to build up an appetite for The Rook, and boy, am I glad we waited! We both ordered the BLT Wagyu burgers that were amazing, and no, I'm not just saying this because I had alcohol in my blood stream...I know an awesome burger when I meet (eat?) one. Oh, and the hot chips that came with it...biggest/chunkiest I have ever seen! This place is so lively and literally ideal for everything: great music but not too loud so you can chat with friends, nice drinks, awesome food. It's very well hidden and you would never find it unless you knew it was there, but I'm telling you now, so you know it's there...so go.

Olivia B.

Hidden bars are always really fun and The Rook is definitely hidden. You'll walk right past the entrance to this bar on York Street if you aren't looking for it, or maybe even if you are looking for it because the first time I went there I walked past it twice. Enter the nondescript building on York Street near the Mitre 10 which houses a couple of English language schools and hit the R button on the elevator. You'll step out into a place that seems a little at odds to its surrounding but super cool! Lots of cocktails and it seems lots of lobster is on the menu. It is a little pricey but the cocktails are delicious. My personal favourite is Down the Rabbit Hole in which you get served your drink in a little bottle full of green liquid, then you get to pour it into your glass and it turns purple! Very cool! Another cocktail who's name I've forgotten comes under a glass cloche full of fragrant smoke! All the points for creativeness. I haven't eaten food here but the burgers looked amazing and the smell from the truffle fries are very enticing!

Mark F.

Hard to find and eclectic decor, all the tables reserved already at 5pm Friday! Seriously, the find-me-if-you-can bars in Sydney are rockin. In through what looks like the lobby of any apartment or office building (and a very small one at that) on York St, up to the top floor and hey presto, like walking into the Tardis you are in a large area with lots of vibe, windows, skylights, corrugated iron, timber planks and urban eclectic chic. The menu is very basic - lobster or burgers. Quite a few varieties of those though, and some combos, plus chips with truffle oil (don't bother) and onion rings - possibly THE BEST in the universe - and assorted other nibbles. The crowd is mixed - after work office types (guilty your honour), hipsters starting the night, groups for dinner and so on. Range of seating options - high tables for drinkers and grazers, dinner tables for those eating, and a couple of couchy type arrangements. The drinks menu has some (pricey) doozies, although I only got to El Matador, a tequila based cocktail with pepper, lime, something, something, tequila. Who knows, after four I was beyond caring and feeling no pain. It's like right next to my office - this is gonna hurt....

Raul R.

Nice Rooftop bar, though a bit misleading as there didn't seem to be any actual outside that I saw. I tried the Australian Shiraz and the Argentinian Malbec; which were both amazing and paired with the Lobster nachos and the chicken sandwich really hot the spot. The nachos were just the right amount of cheesy and light. While the sandwich really started packing some heat about halfway through really driving it home. All around really cool place to chill, eat and drink!

Nicholas T.

I discovered this hidden bar by pure coincidence. So I was walking around the area on a rainy weekday evening, and I saw this line of people queuing up to go into what appears to be an office building. You don't need to have Sherlock Holmes intuition to know that people just don't line up to get back to work. So I joined the queue to find out what it's about. (I actually couldn't help myself and asked the people in the lift where they're heading to, turns out there's a bar upstairs) You can hear the lively bar as soon as the lift approaches. A gush of warm air rushed into the lift as the doors open and I was transported to a funky little bar. I have since returned multiple times and it has never disappointed me. The waiters here are cool and helpful. The cocktails are one of a kind! They're seriously creative and quirky! Have you ever seen a cocktail infused with actual chai smoke? Or what about a cocktail that changes colour as you pour it? The food is equally as good. Great portion sizes and deliciously cooked. The truffle fries and onion rings are awesome! I haven't tried the lobsters yet but judging from the quality of the burgers, the lobsters would have been great too. This bar is so well hidden that everyone I have ever brought here is amazed that it exists on top of this nondescript office building. Bring your friends here. They will be impressed.

Bandito burger with an Endeavour Pale Ale

Thomas S.

I circled the block twice trying to find this gem, but I finally found the building, took the lift to the seventh floor and was amazed - I felt at home and hip all at the same time. This is a roof top restaurant with bartenders who know what they're doing. As for myself, my requests for pale ales did not tax their talent to shake up a cocktail, but that's how I roll. I had the Endeavour pale ale and 4 Pines Kolsch. I liked them both! I feel guilty not drinking my old favorite, VB, but I've moved on. For dinner I had the Bandito burger and fries. The burger and the atmosphere, and great music was the best. You've got to try this place.

Patrice C.

Amazing place with great cocktails!!! And by that I mean dark animated attic bar with great music and good looking people having animated conversations... ... BUT you actually come here for the food (or maybe both food and drinks): they specialize in burgers and lobster, we had burgers and they were amazing... (See pictures) Round up with a very friendly staff and you'll understand you need to wait 10 minutes at the bar before getting a table... This is the only downside, but we actually had a good time waiting a bit!

Alexandra M.

If it get's a bit too packed, you can go out to the smoking area. It could easily get too packed if people are saying space is reserved at the bar and there is no sign... The restaurant area is not for nibbles, only full meals. No just ordering fries to sit. I had the Honeypot and Tijuana Diplomat which were both quite good in their own ways. The Honeypot was like a cold hot toddy--whisky and honey. The Diplomat was Tequlia and bitters forward. My friend had the Cookies and Milk and loved it. It comes with a real cookie! Bar turns around quick. To the people behind me asking for a 'beer/wine' line, you're a bar known for cocktails, live a little.

Tim H.

If you are on the way to the State Theatre for a show or just in the local area don't let the facade of an office building put you off this amazing place. With amazingly priced food and a simple menu it makes for a great night out. There is drinking space and eating place and the roof top setting has been decked out with a stylish decor that makes this venue suitable for all ages. The wait staff are lovely and the service was top notch. The price and value was on point as well. Go for a drink go for a meal it will be a fantastic time out for all. But do book. I booked for the same day but it was busy.

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Tessa G.

10 years ago

Great food especially their burgers with a brioche bun & love their onion rings- super crispy! Delicious desserts too. Also they serve awesome cocktails. read more

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Edwin K.

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Didn't know this place existed, you need to take the elevator to level R to get there and the entrance on the ground floor makes you check your location twice as it looks like a normal office lobby. Went there with work mates and the food was delicious. We got the Uncle Sam burger and loved the truffle fries. We drank plenty of the Endeavour Vintage Reserve Amber Ale and on the recommendation of the staff did a tequila shot. It was a great Friday lunch, though I would recommend looking a reservation as the place was quite busy. Also, love the decor of the place. read more

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Katherine S.

Elite 17

11 years ago

Hidden gem. Enter a building, catch a lift up to Level R for a hipster lobster feast. Great food and cocktails. When eating at the Rook, you gotta order something that has lobster in it. it's the thing to do! Part of their winter drinks menu included a mulled apple cider with cinnamon, star anise and chai. on a cold windy night, it was just heavenly! Lovely staff - friendly and attentive service even when the place is full and buzzing. Free wifi is a bonus! read more

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Ramona B.

11 years ago

Cool rooftop bar with cocktails to die for and lobster themed food which tastes brilliant.Of all the lobster dishes our group ordered the lobster pasta was the winner. And the Mars Bar Fried Ice cream dessert was amazing. So many elements to it and so posh. Recommended. read more

The Rook - Indian cocktail- so good I had to have two! - Burgers Near Me - Sydney, NSW

The Rook - Don't forget the desserts- this was the Mars Bar fried ice cream- so many elements, so tasty! - Burgers Near Me - Sydney, NSW

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Minh L.

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11 years ago

Cash or credit cards ok. Strong free wifi. Found this gem from our fellow yelpers. Thank you! Located on the 7th floor, this place is awesome to dine and plenty of art around the restaurant to enjoy. You must try the wagyu burger and truffle fries. Absolutely delicious. Save some room for dessert. Rocky and bullwinkle dessert was a great finish to our meal. read more

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Tiff M.

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11 years ago

Awesome find. Had the Lobster Lettuce Rolls and Easy Peasy mushy peas (which were a nice surprise ontop of crusty bread). I would have ordered more if it was just me, but I was with others who ordered amazing looking burgers and I munched on some delicious truffle fries and sweet potato chips. One coworker said his chicken burger was the best chicken sandwich he's ever had. The cocktails are SUPER fun. If you like gin, order the "Down the rabbit hole". You get a bottle of clear booze that says "Pour me" and when you pour it into your empty glass, you get a purple drink! Pure magic and delicious. Will be back here before my trip is over! read more

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Porter W.

11 years ago

This place is fabulous! The chicken pesto burger is phenomenal, the truffle fries are excellent, and the cocktails are clever and delicious! Perfect score all around. The atmosphere is hip. One of my new favorite places ever. I will absolutely come back every time I'm in Sydney. read more

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The Rook - The "Down the Rabbit Hole" cocktail. They'll cocktails are awesome! - Burgers Near Me - Sydney, NSW

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Ani P.

Elite 17

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Meh ... A lot of my friends adore this place but I can't really understand why. The burgers are pretty good but tend to collapse - the bun was extremely soggy and just fell apart - maybe it had been sitting around too long? Fries were good but too thick for my liking - more like hunks of roast potato. Drinks list is good but pretty exxy relative to the quality. Service very friendly. And - my inner 80 year old coming out - the music (even early on weeknights) is damned loud! read more

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Trang N.

10 years ago

Great spot for lunch. Excellent hideaway in CBD. The decor is a bit hipster and had a great unique vibe/ambience. The was a good selection of drinks/cocktails, service was prompt and food was satisfying. We had the lobster roll, truffle fries and house special burger. All of it was tasty. read more

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Michael B.

8 years ago

Ordered Spicy Chicken Sandwich with no ranch and onion rings. Got raw chicken with no ranch and fries. Sent it back. Recook took 20 minutes. It was covered in ranch and still came with fries instead of the onion rings I ordered. My friends were done eating so I told them to never mind. Found out later that two other friends never got their food and still one other also got raw chicken. Servers were apathetic and actually frustrated with me. As was the owner (manager?). Cocktails; however, were excellent as were the truffle fries we had as an appetizer. Happy Thanksgicing read more

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Amanda C.

12 years ago

Discovered the Rook by accident on Yelp when Papa Geddes was closed for a private function. A little bit like Goldilocks in Melbourne where a non-descript elevator ride ops you out into a surprise bar in the top floor. Specialising in Gin the cocktails are great. Service really good too. We are the Lobster Pie which was great -- I didn't rate the onion rings - too rubbery for me but the establishment is very customer friendly and I would definitely recommend! read more

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Nino G.

10 years ago

Very hip place on a rooftop (although hard to tell it's a rooftop :) food is heavenly, to say the least! It does take time to prepare an order but ehen food arrives one realizes it was worth waiting! Very nice and friendly staff, albeit nothing surprizing in this country! Definitely a place to xheck out if cravings for a world class burger come knowking on the door read more

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Jeff G.

8 years ago

Limited menu. They were out of several items. I got a burger and the bun was hard, not my favorite. Fries were good and salty but instead of ketchup they had "tomato jam" which is similar. Friendly people. read more

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Joe D.

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Well .... this one may not be the easiest to find but once you manage to do that .... it will pay off with a cool vibe and relaxed atmosphere .... if you like your cocktails there are plenty to impress you ..... it's got a varied and well presented food menu too .... worth a look if you want something 'sort of' out of the way ...... read more

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Julie N.

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Rad would be the best word to describe this place, and I don't even use that word. The Rook is American hipster meets humble rocker / biker boy in a rooftop bungalow. Old wood, glass ceiling, dimly lit, upcycled barrels, & aged chachkies that makes fancy CBD suits feel out of place. The building it is in is stale, fancy & cramped. You would never think this bar exists in such a corporate building. Conversely, the bar is spacious, like a secret attic, & unpretentious. I'm American and don't like burgers. I loved the burgers here. Only tried it because Yelp reviews raved about it, & it was with good reason. The entire burger seriously melts in your mouth. Truffle fries were disappointing- not quite enough truffle, so it tasted pretty regular. Still, overall, this place rocked. It is definitely pricey so it feels a bit odd to pay so much for a rather casual, low key setting. But in a neighborhood full of high class & must-look-good spots, it's like you're paying for the "stop judging me" relaxation. read more

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Sarah L.

Elite 14

13 years ago

Relaxed atmosphere, good service although I was there before the Friday evening rush, it's a very comfortable space half bar/half dining room...I'm yet to sample the food and will go back to do so. read more

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Stuart S.

8 years ago

Trendy little spot hidden away on rooftop of an office block. Food and service excellent. Great cocktails too!

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Dave V.

8 years ago

Great young vibe in the restaurant. Seating was an issue but I understand with the great food & atmosphere. The chicken sandwich with garlic fries was heavenly. read more

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Jade M.

10 years ago

The rook has delicious burgers and truffle fries! Extremely filing! It's a hidden gem in the city with an American styled menu and atmosphere. Friendly smiley staff! Will come back here again! read more

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Neha S.

Elite 15

12 years ago

This is one of those gems on the small bar scene that seem to do everything right! They have an amazing selection of cocktails, including some gin based specials of the day that are a steal at $12. These guys specialise in Gin and have an amazing collection. Every 1st Monday of the month they have a special night dedicated to Gin aficionados, where you get to taste a new gin!. Their food is topnotch too. I absolutely fell in love with my lobster roll and fries! The truffle fries are soo good that they alone are worth making the trip for! And their staff is an absolute darling. We had to catch a show at State Theatre and had 40mins left, the lady at the entrance squeezed us in, and ensured that everything went by the clock. All this for a walk-in! No tantrums, no raised eyebrows just plain ol' good customer service. We left with a big smile on our faces :) read more

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Bobby K.

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9 years ago

Good burger... the Wagyu patty was nice and tender. Not the absolute best burger I've ever had, but high quality. Onion rings were excellent. read more

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Lauren M.

13 years ago

A quaint surprise in the middle of the CBD. Simple menu that is very tasty. Excellent service with friendly staff.

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Catherine D.

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9 years ago

The food was decent but it took absolutely ages to get served. I came on a business meeting with a colleague and a client, and our food was taking a while.. our waitress was very pleasant, but I happen to ask another woman where our food was.. she went to check on it for us and then asked why we were complaining as we had only ordered 10 monitors previous.... truth is we had ordered 40 minutes prior but our waitress forgot to put it through. All fine in the end but the attitude I received was worth mentioning...... read more

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Laura H.

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Great atmosphere and plenty of seating on a weeknight. It was my second stop on a boozy Wednesday with friends. I wasn't super jazzed about my drink but tried my friend's which was delicious so this could be one of those "know what to order" places which is fine. Not everyone can ace the whole menu. I will definitely come back and check out again. read more

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Jonathan C.

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10 years ago

Great burger. Great ambience. The place seems to have it right. The drinks tho is the killer. They make a killer Old Fashioned

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Brian C.

11 years ago

Lotsa lobster hype and a decent fit out here but the real winner is the Uncle Sam burger. Wagyu beef cooked to perfection with the perfect balance of condiments topped with pretty good pickles. As of Nov 2014 this is my spot for the #1 burger in Sydney. read more

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Libby T.

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10 years ago

We stopped by during VIVID and were lucky to get seated immediately. We ordered burgers and my husband got the 'Down The Rabbit Hole', which he loved. I had a non-alcoholic cocktail (I can't remember the name), but it was the best thing I've ever drank! Trust the waitstaff. Would totally become a regular if we were local :) read more

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Joseph L.

11 years ago

Bandito was a decent guac burger, and the 'spicy' wedges, which have a salty, lime seasoning are excellent

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Y A.

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10 years ago

The review is for drinks only and they're great! Great selection of cocktails for sure and fun vibe. I had a milk & cookies cocktail and it was served in a little milk jar with a side of cookie. There were a lot of people having dinner and if I wasn't so full from dinner, I would've totally tried their food - the menu. It's impossible to find unless you already know this place and search for it! read more

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Shandos C.

Elite 17

11 years ago

The Rook is a bit too popular for my liking. I went there earlier this year during the middle of the week, to meet up with a friend visiting from overseas, and it was rammed! It was easy enough to order at the bar, and they had some good wine selections, but it was then difficult to find a spot to perch. I also requested a table to dine at and left my phone number, and somehow missed the phone call for my table, despite holding it in my hand (it was very loud!) and had to wait another 10 minutes. Had the burgers, which were good but not sensational. I'm returning again for the Raising the Roof party, and will see what the vibe is like with the roof raised. read more

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Craig U.

12 years ago

The Rook did not disappoint. Very cool venue on the top floor of the random building. The atmosphere was great, the drinks were good and the burger was surprisingly excellent. I had a very interesting cocktail in "A Trip to India" which was just really unique and tasty. To top it off the service was amazing. They had a staff of waitresses running around and they all were quick to make sure everything was going well. Top notch. read more

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Troy G.

11 years ago

I'd recommend calling before going - I wouldn't risk just trying to drop in. Seems their management has decided it's a venue that can randomly close for private events, but yet they don't update their website or any social media stating as much. Until they learn the basic 1-2-3's of running a venue in 2015, any patrons should just call before you make the trek. read more

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Camille H.

9 years ago

The drinks here are so amazing. The celery stalker is the best cocktail with gin I've had in a while. I had the lobster roll for dinner and it was yummy as well. I wish there was more lobster in the sandwich but delicious none the less. The truffle fries were also good; very hot and fresh. Service was great here too. If I lived in Sydney I would definitively be back! read more

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Matt A.

12 years ago

Wow, Uncle Sam burger was incredible. Probably the best onion rings I've ever had in my life! Big fan

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B H.

10 years ago

This nondescript place, on the roof of a mid-rise office building, gets 3 stars for the food and 5 for he atmosphere. As other Yelpers pointed out, the truffle fries are the star of this show but the rooftop, open air location with great lighting holds its own. The burgers are OK. The menu revolves around burgers or, oddly enough, lobster. But if you're going to only do a few things, make them extraordinary. So come for some cocktails and truffle fries and you're bound to enjoy a 5 star experience. read more

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Mark S.

7 years ago

Thank you so much Madi and Alysia. Awesome night. Great night for corporate function.

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Ally B.

11 years ago

The food is good! They could have a little more options but overall its a really fun place. The truffle fries are to die for!!! The cocktails are strong but really interesting! read more

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Anna Lizette H.

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10 years ago

This place was by far my favorite hidden gem of Sydney! Their thick cut truffle fries are on point. I ordered their chicken pesto sandwich which automatically come with truffle fries and It was served on a fresh baked bun. It's definitely the after work spot for the locals, since everyone was in a suit but they looked like they were having a great time. Service was quick and pleasant. 5 stars! read more

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Good location but difficult place to find. All you see from the outside is a line and an upside down R sign. We were brought here by friends while visiting Sydney and had to wait in line while it was sprinkling. Inside, the hostess was very friendly and willing to accomodate our large party. We posted at the bar and ended up getting a table in the bar area while waiting for a dinner table. This place is LOUD. You cannot hear anyone talk even if they are sitting beside you. So it was difficult to try to hold a conversation. I had the wagyu burger with chips is average. Nothing to write home to mom about. Server was detached, at times a little slow to come by. read more

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Mitchel H.

10 years ago

Cool divey place, with a good greasy burger that somehow didn't hit me like a belly bomb.

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Level 7
56-58 York St
Sydney New South Wales 2000
Australia
Sydney
Directions
(02) 9262 2505
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http://therook.com.au/

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What time does The Rook open?

The Rook opens at 4:00 PM on Monday and Saturday.The Rook opens at 12:00 PM on Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.

What time does The Rook close?

The Rook closes at 12:00 AM (Next day) on Monday, Saturday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.The Rook is closed on Sunday.

Mon, Sat 4:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)Tue-Fri 12:00 PM - 12:00 AM (Next day)Sun Closed

Food & Alcohol

Does The Rook have catering options?

No, The Rook does not have catering options.

Does The Rook have a drive thru?

No, The Rook does not have a drive thru.

Does The Rook serve alcohol?

Yes, The Rook serves alcohol. Full Bar

Indoor Amenities

Does The Rook have TVs?

No, The Rook does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does The Rook have outdoor seating?

Yes, The Rook has outdoor seating options.

Does The Rook have parking?

Yes, The Rook has parking options.

Other Amenities

Does The Rook have free WiFi?

Yes, The Rook has free WiFi.

Review Highlights - The Rook

“Lotsa lobster hype and a decent fit out here but the real winner is the Uncle Sam burger.”

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Pier One Sydney Harbour, Autograph Collection

3.9(50 reviews)

1.7 km•Dawes Point

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Fantastic location, good service. Walkable to Circular Quay, the Rocks, and the Opera House. Big…read moreRed Bus stop right outside the hotel. The breakfast buffet is abundant and I highly recommended including in your room cost if you have the option.

Me and my fiance stayed at Pier One Sydney Harbour during our stay in Sydney and loved it! The…read moreasthetic of the hotel along with the harbour view during day and night was exquisite. The rooms are very clean and beautiful. Our room came with complementary breakfast. The breakfast is amazing and so is the coffee! You can either eat the breakfast Buffett which was still so amazing or order off your phone and have coffee and food brought to your table. This hotel is in a perfect spot and walking distance to everything. When we were checking out I asked the concierge if they sold the cologne scent that went with the shampoo that was offered with the room and they gave me a travel bottle for free of the cologne to gift my fiance!

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ivy

3.3(69 reviews)

0.4 km•Sydney

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THE WORST PLACE. went in for Mardi Gra party. was in line from 10-1am. No further measures were put…read morein place to accomodate afterthe official MG party closed. Rooms overcrowded and over boooked. security and safety hazards all round. trip carpets, having to use the fire escape stairs to access other areas of the club. I'm talking 5 flights. Was the worst night of my life. Ivy would put profit over having a safe event and that was clear. reaching out them for a refund for the night as the whole event was a catastrophe. there are many other clubs in Sydney to enjoy. just stay clear of this because you will not have a good time.

number 551 deserves a raise, looked after me the the whole night whole my bf was driving to pick me…read moreup. we talked about how hard maccas would rn!!!!!! ivy l needs to lower their drink prices but this security is so wholesome !!! #love noelle

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Alley leading to Ivy on level 4

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Museum of Contemporary Art

4.0(61 reviews)

1.1 km•The Rocks

The museum is located by Sydney Harbor and close to circular Quay train stop. I've been looking…read moreforward to visiting, but the current exhibitions were not my preference. 30% of the exhibition were videos. The rooftop has minimal sculptures, but does have a restaurant with nice views of the Harbour. It's a large space but did not feel like there was a lot of content.

If you're interested in the modern art scene in Sydney, go to the Museum of Contemporary Art in…read more The Rocks area of town. A large space with a focus on Australian artists with a verity of styles and experiences. Worth a visit. Go across the street for a beer afterwards at Fortune of War.

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Harbour View - Vivid Lights

The Stables Sydney

5.0(1 review)

4.8 km

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Pull on your fancy pants, this place is the members club you've been waiting for all your life…read more Straight outta the London members club stlyez, The Stables is around $1000/year for membership (from memory, you should double check that if you're keen) and gets you unlimited access to their unbelievably plush mega penthouse on top of the Randwick Racecourse Pavilion, a huge, custom-built millionaires playground pimped out with epic terraces, beautiful bars, expensive things in glass cabinets, leather booths, private rooms, an exclusive restaurant, chess sets, and the golden Moet & Chandon room overlooking the track. Some people use it for meetings, some to co-work with a like-minded community, some go for race day access, others are there to see and be seen or, y'know, just show off. Guess which category I fell into. You'll never guess. Okay you probably will guess it was to show off, there I said it, are you happy now?

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One of the function rooms

The lift up to level 4

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The city view from the terrace

District 01

4.7(3 reviews)

1.7 km•Surry Hills

I shed tears, actual tears, tears of love lost, when the original District 01 off Oxford St shut…read moredown earlier this year. Sydney had lost one of her raddest venues and a place renowned for putting on ace performances, plays, sales, exhibitions and just about anything else you can think of. It was making way for a bakery. Now, I'm all for baked goods, but Sydney can't afford to lose little gems like this that add something irreplaceable to the fabric of this damned fine city. Huzzah, then, that District 01 has risen - phoenix-like! - from the ashes of corporate suckitude and is reincarnated in Randle Lane, a small, clean alleyway near Central Station and the place is cooler than ever. HUZZAH I SAY. I attended the relaunch party last night and while there were canapes and live tunes and drinks what I really got excited about was the venue: a white-walled space ready to be transformed into whatever, whenever. A blank canvas waiting for imagination to recreate it into anything the user desires. Light globes hang low from the ceiling. Entry is up the stairs of a repurposed loading dock. And . . . there's just something about partying in a secret alleyway that makes me feel cooler than I probably (er, actually) am.

This is definitely one of those places you've stumbled upon by accident and you want to keep it a…read moresecret. Down a little alleyway off a quiet street, there's a set of door with a sign on them that reads "District 01". Inside is a converted warehouse with white floors, walls and ceiling and a few stacks of white pallets. I was here for a Yelp event so the projector was beaming District 01 offers with intermittent Yelp logos. The night was fairly warm and humid but the venue remained cool enough even though it was packed with people. This is defo worth keeping in mind if you're an event coordinator/PR/marketing peep looking for cool, new venues for events.

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Establishment

3.4(44 reviews)

0.6 km•Sydney

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Avoid Press, Palmer & Co., and The Establishment unless you enjoy being treated like an…read moreinconvenience!!!!! I was with a group of four, dressed appropriately, dead sober, and simply trying to enjoy a night out. We couldn't find Palmer & Co., so we asked staff/people at Press for directions. They told us exactly where to go...cool, appreciated. We walk over to Palmer & Co., only to be told we "can't come in" with zero explanation. No dress code issue mentioned, no capacity issue mentioned, no behavior issued just a vague, dismissive rejection like we were supposed to read their minds. So we try The Establishment next. Same exact thing. Same attitude. Same refusal. Again, no reason given. At that point it's clear this isn't about rules. it's about arbitrary gatekeeping and staff who either don't know their own policies or don't care enough to explain them. If there is a reason people can't enter, maybe communicate it instead of making guests feel unwelcome and confused. Plenty of bars manage to be exclusive without being rude or vague. These three just come off as disorganized, pretentious, and. There are way better places nearby that actually want your business. So avoid Press, Palmer & Co., and The Establishment unless you enjoy being treated like an inconvenience.

The very best sushi on earth !! Love love ... melts in your mouth .. super fresh fish ..read more

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Chicken Parmi

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Sydney Tower Eye

3.3(118 reviews)

0.2 km•Sydney

Let's say that gaining entry can be a bit difficult. Somehow I first ended up in a food court…read morebefore I found some elevator hidden in a corner that got me to the entrance for the actual Eye Tower. I stood in line for the kiosk to purchase a ticket, but the folks in front of me had some difficulties with it and so an attendant came to help guide them through the process. Apparently I look old and confused because when it was my turn he just ask me how many and type of visit and before I knew it he handed me a senior discount ticket. Wasn't sure if I should be glad or insulted. I made my way up to the top on a rickety small elevator and arrived safely.. had my doubts there for a minute. Once you step out of the elevator the world opens up again. The view is spectacular and you can walk around the entire perimeter and view 360 degrees of Sydney. And may I say the city is huge. I delighted in seeing an actual working mailbox there which is marked the highest mailbox in Sydney, well yeah... Of course I bought the picture package, because who doesn't need silly commemorative pictures of oneself with Koalas, in a kangaroo pouch or atop of a map of Australia. Also I must say that the gift shop here was able to fill all my souvenir needs easily. It is extensive and reasonably priced too.

We visited the Sydney Tower Eye tonight from 7-8pm, hoping to catch sunset (7:41pm), but…read moreunfortunately it was a big disappointment. The interactive touch screens were confusing and not very helpful, and the binocular viewers were basically useless. The biggest issue, though, was the dirty windows, and tons of lights in the background which made it difficult to take any decent photos. You can barely see the Harbour Bridge or Opera House as they are obstructed. After doing the Sydney BridgeClimb, this experience felt like a complete waste of money in comparison. There were tables available to sit at, but both staff and guests seemed unwilling to clean them, which added to the overall lackluster experience.

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Entrance

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View from the Observation Deck.

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3.1(12 reviews)

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$5 special chocolate cake & ice cream

Mint views from the balcony

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Balcony view

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4.1(30 reviews)

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MuSeaUm. Interesting…read moreto see the historic ships at the Australian National Maritime Museum. Had a nice view both from land and from the sea.

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1606 Duyfken replica, sets sail twice a month

An ocean garbage bin

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Replica of James Cook's Endeavor - Captain's quarters

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John L.

1160

9 years ago

Excellent Sydney CBD nightspot - I was there visiting from the SF Bay Area, and ran into some SF and Oz people who were working together on a business project, and ended up eating with them. The "bug linguine" (with Morro Bay "bugs" - kind of like shrimp) was very good, as was the lobster dish I had. Very friendly service - the waitstaff was patient with me when I had questions about the bill (hey, I was a foreigner there!) and I walked away full and happy. read more

Andrew R.

10 years ago

I love this place, very nice atmosphere, with interesting food. Wagyu burger is very delicious it comes with a truffle fries that were fragrant and perfectly fried. Also the Lobster roll is my favorite, the veggies is fresh and very tasty. I couldn't tell much of their food because these are only what I have tried but all in all I love my dine. The service was just fine, the staff was't too friendly. Be back soon for more options. read more

Lesli S.

7 years ago

Amazing! This place "Rocks"! Found this gem on yelp before coming to Germany.We ate here the first night and we enjoyed it so much we came back! Great service and great food. Counter service with plenty of seating. They serve big food that doesn't sacrifice on quality. Plus the atmosphere, large indoor dining room, spacious seating out front, and quick service really can't be beat. read more

Thomas A.

1 year ago

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Edward W.

9 years ago

They have good seafood, but sometimes crowded and noisy. A great restaurant with huge selection of seafood cuisine with friendly staff and fast service. A bit pricey on the side. Be here early to grab a good spot. read more

Pich Vattey T.

4 years ago

i went there with my little sister she got sick after ordering your classic burger and she ended up going to the hospital and they announce her dead RIP Nora Smith. read more

Leah W.

10 years ago

I love my dine.I had vegetable lettuce cup and burger,veggies are all fresh and healthy .I had a glass of wine to end my meal.Friendly Staff.Cool place. read more