Pony Dining The Rocks

Name: Pony Dining The Rocks
Address: Cnr Argyle Street and Kendall Lane, Sydney, AU-NSW, Australia, 2000
Telephone: (02) 9252 7797
Price range: $41 to $100
Rating: 4.6

4.6

130 Reviews

$41 to $100

Steakhouse

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

8:30 pm

Booked 12 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

Location
Cnr Argyle Street and Kendall Lane, Sydney, AU-NSW 2000
Phone number
(02) 9252 7797
Price
$41 to $100
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
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Neil Nolan

Experiences

Pre-order Tomahawk
$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
$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
$100.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Full menu available on website. - Starters to share - Main course - Dessert course

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

Sides

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

What 130 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
4.6Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Energetic

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Sydney City
Innovative
Sydney City
Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Pony Dining The Rocks offers "excellent food and service" with a menu that's "simply outstanding." Guests rave about a "fantastic wine list" and an "amazing experience." The kangaroo skewers and steaks are highlights, while the atmosphere is described as "cozy and rustic." Perfect for both intimate dinners and group gatherings.

130 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
Dallas2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Service was top notch and our server was very knowledgeable about the menu. The duck was delicious and the presentation was so colorful and pretty. My steak was so tender and tasty. We had a great dinner and the ambience was perfect.
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Dale
Sydney10 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food, great location and well priced. No sommelier on site but staff were able to talk through the wine list. Had the kangaroo skewers, wood-fired prawns, and steak with broccolini. Would definitely visit here again.
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SpinachEater VIP
Bristol9 reviews
4.0
Dined on 27 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Food was good. Overall very noisy restaurant but that’s just us. Service was lovely. We felt things were a bit untidy, olives served with no way of picking them up, the fork just bounced them all over the place, the waitress kindly brought some toothpicks (wooden cocktail sticks), these were fine. Main course took a bit too long to arrive.
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FrancesJ
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Beautiful fresh meals cooked perfectly. Kangaroo skewers are a must! Good portion sizes. Staff were delightful
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Mario
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good food, friendly staff, our waitress, Steffania was great
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Andre
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A Culinary Gem in Sydney: A Celebration to Remember We had the pleasure of celebrating my father-in-law's 80th birthday at this exceptional restaurant in Sydney, and it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Silvia and her team provided warm, welcoming service that made us feel right at home. The ambiance was enhanced by the open fires fueled by ironbark wood, which added a unique smoky flavor to the dishes. Under the expert guidance of Head Chef Neil Nolan, every dish was a culinary delight. We indulged in the famous kangaroo skewers, which were perfectly tender, as well as the succulent octopus, delectable crab dumplings, and mouthwatering grilled prawns. Each bite was a testament to the chef's skill and creativity. The meal was accompanied by an impressive selection of champagne and expertly crafted cocktails, adding to the overall enjoyment of the evening. We will undoubtedly return for more of this extraordinary dining experience. A top Sydney restaurant that truly stands out and won't disappoint.
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Moira
Sydney1 review
5.0
Dined on 22 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A great place to eat. The Service was first rate and the food was delicious.
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John
Jersey6 reviews
4.0
Dined on 18 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fab modern bistro. Busy and noisy at times and tables close so not the place for a quiet romantic assignation unless you book at a quiet time. Everyone goes for the kangaroo skewers - which are indeed excellent, but try the duck and maple sausages - really tasty and nice texture. Oh, and the music on the evening we were there was great - the chef’s playlist we gathered. Lovely friendly helpful staff. Not cheap but you’ll come away cheerful!
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Diana VIP
Los Angeles4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 18 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We are visiting from the US and our Aussie friend recommended Pony. It did not disappoint
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Kelly
Palm Springs2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
I ordered the aged sirloin and expected it to be more tender. It was still way more than I could eat. I’d recommend the eye of tenderloin for a more normal portion. I saw plenty of folks getting the Tomahawk steak. Seating was outside at a bench. I’d have preferred more intimate dining for the price.
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Pony Dining The Rocks is rated 4.6 stars by 130 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

11 Mar 2025

8:30 pm

Booked 12 times today

Experiences are available.

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

Additional information

Phone number
(02) 9252 7797
Price
$41 to $100
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
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Neil Nolan

Pony Dining The Rocks

Make a booking

Additional information

Pre-order Tomahawk

Fresh Live Lobster

$100 - THREE COURSE MENUS - MINIMUM 4 GUESTS

Menu

Marinated olives$10.00

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

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

Sydney rock oysters (ea)

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

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

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

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

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

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

Cured Tasmanian ocean trout, avocado, soba noodles salad, sesame and ginger dressing$28.00

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

Wood fire grilled zucchini, whipped potato and macadamia, karkalla, miso dressing, toasted pine nuts (v,n) $34.00

Market fish - MP

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

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

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

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

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

Sides

Fries$14.00

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

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

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