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 October 2007 by cjg1
I must admit it doesn’t get to be much more than one or two though as its only a liter and they charge $19. You can get the same amount of beer just down the street for $12 to $14. And that adds up quick. So I go and enjoy one or two and then move on.
The nice thing here is that they do have a large our-door seating area with bench tables and also individual tables and then inside a couple large rooms. So the atmosphere will be one where you can easily relax. In fact I would say this is my favorite pub atmosphere in Sydney.
The beer is always good. Liz had pretzels with her beer which were quite nice. Leave a Comment
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Now this is a place I honestly can’t believe I hadn’t been to before. A simple little pastry shop with a shared court yard in the back that is actually quite spacious you will find yourself enjoying life quite nicely when you visit.
As you enter this narrow little shop you see the display case and attendants on the left. And this is where you’re fun begins. They have such a great variety of extremely tasty treats I am sure you’ll find something you’ll love.
We ate here three time during our week on this last visit in 2007. The first time we had the Crème Brulee and a large Meringue. Both of these were quite good and got us going with a quick sugar ingestion.
In the coming days we stopped back here several times looking for the Crème Brulee but were turned away as they didn’t have any at that time.
Finally were in luck when on our last day before meeting up with friends we stopped by here around 11am. Crème Brulee and this wonderful Raspberry Sponge Cake creation that I must admit I only chose because it was in the picture of AussieDoug’s tip on this place. And well, since I had a second one later in the afternoon upon our second visit of the day here, it was well worth the choice. Leave a Comment Theme: BakeryPrice: less than US$10 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: 47 Argyle Street, The Rocks, Sydney NSW 2000Phone: +61 2 9241 4878Website: www.larenaissance.com.au Other Contact: la.renaissance@bigpond.com
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Pancakes on the Rocks is one of those love it or hate it places. It’s a simple enough place that could pass as a diner in most places. But food is quite good here. Granted I’ve only tried the pancakes. Although on the menu I just can’t see ordering lunch and dinner food at a place call Pancakes on the Rocks.
Our first visit was on Monday morning before switching hotels, as we did not have a breakfast plan at the first one. The place was half full when we arrived and we seated at a large booth table. Quick and efficient the waitress ran over with water and menus. The decision was easy for me. They had a picture on the menu of the Strawberry Patch and I just had to have it. Complete with two buttermilk pancakes and surrounded with strawberries would have been enough. But it was topped with a cream and vanilla ice cream on top of that. Simply amazing. Liz decided on the Cinnamon Sugar Apple Struessel pancakes which is the buttermilk pancakes covered in cinnamon with apples around it topped in the cream and ice cream. I preferred mine but she’ll rave on about hers too.
As we liked it so much the first time we came back here for the birthday breakfast three days later. Quite funnily they seated us at the same table. This time we were determined to try something new. I went simply with the Bananarama. This is, two buttermilk pancakes with grilled bananas around it topped with the cream and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. I honestly can’t tell you which of the two breakfasts I had here I liked best. They were both amazing. This time Liz went with just the regular stack. This is, just three buttermilk pancakes with syrup and a couple of hot cocoa. Quite nice but I was enjoying the specialty plates.
Both times we were out of here for under $30, which is not bad for a sit down breakfast in Sydney. Especially one of this quality. Leave a Comment Theme: BreakfastPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: 4 Hickson RoadDirections: Rocks
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 Brekkie remains with view! by aussiedoug
I had a late-ish breakfast there this morning & it was a genuine pleasure to sit outdoors ovelooking the waters of Circular Quay & Sydney Harbour while looking at the world famous Sydney Harbour Bridge slightly to my left with our other tourist icon, the Opera House about 50m away slightly on my left. To enjoy this on a lovely warm morning with a lovely mild breeze cooling me down just nicely & there's not a lot more you can ask for.
The title above alludes to what I had. The "Aussie Breakfast" is $20 and for your $20 (Australian) you get the following:
2 fried eggs,
4 rashers of bacon,
2 halves of tomato,
3 slices of wood fired bread - toasted with butter,
juice of your choice (apple for me)
& either espresso coffee or tea. I actually had a mocha & I was not charged any extra for it even though a mocha is more expensive than an expresso on their menu.
Now I have to be perfectly honest with you. I wouldn't rave about the food. I much prefer either poached or scramble eggs, but neither was a choice either as part of the "Aussie Breakfast" or as a stand alone dish. The coffee was not too bad, but certainly not great. Having said that I am rather fussy when it comes to my tucker (aussiespeak for food) & maybe even more so when it comes to my coffee. I am sure that many people would enjoy that Brekkie much more than I did so I will look forward to any VTers who try this place telling me their honest opinions. We are all individuals after all & see things differently.
You have to order & pay,first & then are given a number after which you find a table, sit down & put your number up on your table. So, if you are 2 or more then, 1 person order & pay while the other/s ges/get the prime position closest to the water. That is if you are a couple. All the table of 4 are back one row from the water's edge. I was lucky as I was looking like I'd be sitting at a 4 tabel, but a lady left while I was procrastinating & I was able to grab that table. Again I say, click on this photo to see, not the remains of my brekkies (lol), but just part of the lovely view I enjoyed. Leave a Comment Theme: LocalPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: 3 East Circular QuayPhone: 61 2 9247 8548Directions: Walking around Circular Quay towards the Opera House you will see a little old red brick building on your left. The first place is the Sydney Oyster bar on the left & Portobello is on the righthand side of that building
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 Nurses Walk & Latte Bros
to the right by aussiedoug
When you are in the Rocks you are met with a bit of a plethora of choices & quite frankly it's hard to know in advance what will be a tourist trap with rip off prices or what will be reasonable value with reasonable food.
Well I got the latter with Latte Bros' Cafe. Being a lovely spring day it was very enjoyable sitting out on their little verandah overlooking Nurses Walk (there is some historical info behind that name, but that can wait for a future must see tip I think & no I didn't see any nurses. lol!) as it was in the shade, but still warm enough.
The food was quite satisfactory & met my needs of something light enough, but still substantial enough with a fruit juice then followed by my usual Mocha on Soy Milk.
Latte Bros Cafe was a finalist in the 2003 Metropolitan Excellent Coffeeshop Awards & I wonder how they'll go in this year's awards.
They are open for breakfast, morning tea, lunch, afternoon tea & also offer devonshire teas thoughout the day. They have a take away (take out for you Americans) service as well. Also, one of the good things is that they are BYO so you can bring your favourite bottle of Vin Blanc/Vino Bianco or Vin Rouge/Vino Rossi without breaking the bank paying outrageous mark-ups in as you do in licensed restaurants.
What I selected on the day for lunch was just what I needed & I was pleased with both the quality & quantity.
I had a very tasty Tuna, asparagus & cottege cheese wrap in crisp tortilla bread served with a green side salad & little cherry tomatoes.
I thought the Apple Juice I had with it was a bit expensive at $3.80, but when it arrived it was a large one & then I thought it wasn't too bad value after all.
My coffee was quite good too. Mind you I think I'm going to have a hard time finding coffee to match that at Cozzi Cafe in Coogee so I have to be careful not too be too hard on these other cafes.
All in all a gr8 little, good value spot in the Rocks for lunch. I would be happy to go back again. Leave a Comment Theme: LocalPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: Shop R2 Nurses Walk, The RocksPhone: 02 9252 2055Directions: The Nurses Walk runs parallel to Harrington St & Circular Quay (between the two, but I found it off a little walkway going down to Circular Quay from the Bridge.
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 View from my table by aussiedoug
Speaking of which, click on my attached photo to enlarge it. That was my view from my table of choice at the Gumnut Tea Garden. Not bad considering it's in the very busy Rocks part of the city. Very relaxing spot to enjoy breakfast or lunch.
Now a little explanation re' the title of this tip. Snugglepot & Cuddlepie were the central characters in May Gibbs who, through her books, aimed to engender in children her own love of nature. These two were the Gumnut Babies who had battles against "The Bad Banksia Men".
Have only been here the once having breakfast before beginning a busy morning's explorations of the city. If you've read a few of my "brekkie" tips I'm sure you have guessed that I had eggs of some description.
And, yes you are correct. On this occasion it was 2 poached eggs with 2 slices of wholemeal toast & of course accompanied with a Mocha coffee. The eggs were good with lovely rich orange coloured yolks. There's nothing I dislike more (when eting eggs that is. lol!) than to be presented with pale yellow yolked eggs. YUK. So, very pleased with these eggs. Coffee was quite good too.
Must go back & give it a try for lunch to give you a more indepth guide.
If you are staying in The Rocks then definitely give it a try for either breakfast or lunch. Leave a Comment Theme: LocalPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: 28 Harrington Street, The RocksPhone: 61 2 9247 9591
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 Enjoying my Spatan by Gypsystravels
They offer Bavarian cooking with traditional dishes and beers in a typical Bavarian atmosphere.
After walking around the Rocks we needed some refreshments, more like a beer. We decided to stop here. We didn't order food as we were having dinner at another location.
We did however enjoy a few glasses of Spatan a nice crisp German beer.
There are family style or bench like tables located outside of the restaurant. We decided we wanted to enjoy some people watching with our beers and sat outside.
Please note that because of its popularity the prices are on the overpriced side. Leave a Comment
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If you are undecided on what to have - I mean, if your taste buds want something sweet AND savoury - head down to the Rocks and try out this restaurant .
Its not all posh and stuff - it has a very casual atmosphere and its not that expensive either.
1 - Tandoori pizza
2 - Pancakes with strawberry+maple syrup
3 - Margarita's Leave a Comment Theme: Eclectic/InternationalPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: The Rocks
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www.operabar.com.au by amyhenderson
Opera Bar is the most northern of all bars & restaurants and therefore, you have no other such establishments blocking any harbour or Opera House views.
You have the option to sit inside or outside. I would recommend sitting outside either on a balmy Summers evening under the stars or even during a sunny Winters day by the sparkling water. The harbour views and atmosphere are a real treat.
A perfect pre-theatre dining option, a lazy Sunday lunch or if you prefer, a romantic, cosy option inside with comfy cushions.
Check out their website for music performances. But the jazz on Sunday afternoons/evenings is a regular, and its great!
Modern Australian cuisine. Whats that you ask? Grilled serloin steak in a red wine jus on a mustard mash... or perhaps you prefer the Tasmanian Salmon on a bed of rocket salad, with a side of (popular Sydney snack) wedges with sweet chilli sauce and sour cream?
Service is swift & friendly. Bag clips located under table to protect against bag-snatchers (very touristy area), good people-watching spot & a great place to really enjoy the Sydney-ness of it all!
Between AU$10-25 for a main Leave a Comment Theme: OtherPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: about averageAddress: Lower Concourse Level, Sydney Opera House, SydneyDirections: On the east side of Circular Quay, right by the Opera HouseWebsite: www.operabar.com.au
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 Sara's a satisfied Zia Pina
customer by pchamlis
Zia Pina is a cramped little pizza and spaghetti joint right smack dab on George Street. They also serve gelato and nice, cold beer.
Like most pizza we found in Australia, Zia Pina's didn't lean towards tomato sauce. Instead, it featured a healthy layer of mozarella cheese and fresh toppings. The crust was thin, and gently seasoned in that pleasing way of Italy.
Well, two things...
The pizza was very very good. It really "hit the spot", as we were getting kind of hungry at the time.
And, the nice schooner of beer was refreshing, too. At this place, I tried another Aussie brew, Victoria Bitters, aka VB. It was good, although I later decided that James Boag Tasmanian Brew was my favorite suds in Australia. Leave a Comment Theme: PizzaPrice: US$11-20 » Currency ConverterComparison: less expensive than averageAddress: 93 George Street, The Rocks, SydneyPhone: 02 9247 2255Directions: From the Circular Quay, proceed along the Cahill Expressway area until you can turn right onto George Street....ie heading into "The Rocks".
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