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Pony Dining The Rocks

4.6
4.6
108 Reviews
$41 to $100
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Pony’s executive chef and team are the masters of the wood fire grill, producing contemporary and modern Australian dishes of the season’s freshest produce since its opening in 2006.

In an open kitchen where Exec Chef Neil Nolan enjoys a chat with our guests, the Argentinian grill fuelled by iron bark takes dominance with the menu created around this masterpiece.

Pony is located in Sydney’s oldest cobblestone laneway within the historic and bustling dining precinct of The Rocks offering inside and outside seating. Our carefully crafted boutique selection of wines and delicious cocktail list complements our a la carte and group menus.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $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
  • Phone number
    (02) 9252 7797
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Neil Nolan
  • Catering
    Pony offers your guests a unique blend of uncomplicated and flavorsome food cooked<br />over wood-fire, showcasing the freshest of local produce. <br />We will walk you through our well-shaped beverage list to create a selection that will complement your menu.<br />A range of beverage packages and delicious cocktails are also available.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Celebrate your special occasion at Pony, a glorious space blending the charm of yesteryearwith the chic of today. The multiple photogenic laneways and buildings nearby bring a superior backdrop to capture those all-important happy snaps, Pony is the perfect place to say "we do".
  • Area
    The Rocks
  • Cross Street
    Corner of Kendall Lane and Argyle Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    5 minutes walking distance from Circular Quay train, Tram and ferry stations
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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.
    Pre-order Tomahawk photo
  • 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.
    Fresh Live Lobster photo
  • $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
    $100 - THREE COURSE MENUS - MINIMUM 4 GUESTS photo

What 108 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
  • 4.3Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Sydney City

    Innovative

  • Sydney City

    Neighbourhood gem

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Pony Dining The Rocks offers a dynamic dining experience with "amazing food" and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "great selection of steaks," and the vibrant atmosphere adds to the charm. While some suggest menu diversity improvements, the "lovely outdoor setting" and attentive staff ensure a memorable visit. Highly recommended!

108 Reviews
  1. Chris

    Brisbane

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    If the flat bread is the best part of the meal, your whole Menu needs to be reevaluated. Octopus was horrible. $16 for large cut fries that were mediocre. So many better options at that price point.

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  2. Matthew

    Sydney

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    I wanted to take a moment to share my thoughts on the recent visit to your establishment. The service was exceptional, and the food quality certainly met our expectations – it was delicious. However, I believe there is room for enhancement in terms of menu variety, particularly with the inclusion of side dishes. Given the premium pricing of the meals, it would be appreciated if the options were more diverse and accompanied by complementary sides to add value to the dining experience. Additionally, I had previously requested a small acknowledgment of my girlfriend's birthday during our visit, which unfortunately did not occur. This special occasion mention was important to us and its omission was felt.
    Pony Dining The RocksResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us. We’re glad to hear that the service and food quality met your expectations. We also appreciate your feedback about the menu variety and will certainly take it into consideration as we work to enhance our offerings. We are so sorry for missing the birthday acknowledgment for your girlfriend. We understand how important special occasions are, and we regret that we didn’t make it as memorable as we should have. We truly value your feedback and hope to have the opportunity to welcome you both back for a more personalized experience next time.

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  3. David

    VIP

    San Francisco

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went on a recommendation from friends who travelled to Sydney very recently. Great selection of steaks. We had a sirloin and tip. Both were cooked exactly as requested though we preferred the overall taste of the sirloin. Heritage tomatoes and broccolini were excellent counterpoints to the meat and the squid with roe foam and okra was very tasty and a twist on a popular favorite. Our waitress was super helpful and helped make the evening very enjoyable. A terrific restaurant.
    Pony Dining The RocksResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for choosing to dine with us, and we’re so glad your friends’ recommendation brought you here! It’s fantastic to hear that you enjoyed our dishes. We’re also happy our waitress could make the evening even more memorable, might even give her a kiss for this. We’d love to have you back next time you’re in Sydney for another great meal!

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  4. Ireena

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 25 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My fav place in all of the city, my go to for fresh food and amazing service
    Pony Dining The RocksResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you so much for the kind words! We’re thrilled to be your go-to spot, and we can’t wait to welcome you back for more fresh food and great service!

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  5. Bob

    VIP

    Chicago

    50 reviews

    5.0

    50 reviews

    Dined on 23 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    From Chicago visiting Sydney and looking for a good dinner. Pony did not disappoint. We had some kangaroo kabobs, linguini, and duck breast all of which were excellent. I good dining experience at a reasonable price.
    Pony Dining The RocksResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for visiting us during your trip to Sydney! We’re so glad to hear you enjoyed your dinner here with us. Hope to welcome you back next time you’re in town!

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  6. Jennifer

    Sydney

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 22 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The steak ( dry too) was amazing and cooked to perfection. We also ordered some starters and sides and every dish was superb. The ambience was just perfect for our special evening out of 3 people. Coii hi don’t recommend more highly. All of felt the same that it was fantastic and we will be back
    Pony Dining The RocksResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your special evening with us and that the steak and sides were a hit. It’s always fantastic to hear that our recommendations hit the mark, and we’re glad we could help make your colleague’s retirement celebration even more memorable. We truly appreciate your feedback and can’t wait to welcome you back for another great experience in the future. Congratulations to your colleague, and thank you again for choosing Pony Dining at The Rocks!

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  7. Amy

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server, Kevin, was amazing. The kitchen was a little slow- but the food and drinks were incredible and I prefer a leisurely dinner to feeling rushed. We each had steak, which was delicious and perfectly cooked and the sides were great as well.
    Pony Dining The RocksResponded on 20 January 2025
    Hi Amy, thank you very much for your detailed feedback. Kevin is an absolute star and I am very sure this feedback will make his day. We appreciate your business. We hope to see you again soon!

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  8. Melanie

    VIP

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 18 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Loved it! A bit pricey but a nice treat. Heritage tomato salad was amazing xx
    Pony Dining The RocksResponded on 20 January 2025
    Hi Melanie, we are very glad you loved the experience. We hope to see you again soon!

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  9. Linda

    New South Wales

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Steak was superb! Our waitress obviously didn’t want to be there. Other than that was lovely

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  10. Louis

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on 17 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, ambience and atmosphere. The Bone—in Sirloin was exceptional! Great experience overall.
    Pony Dining The RocksResponded on 20 January 2025
    Hi Louis, thank you so much for your kind words! We are so glad you had a great experience with us. We hope to see you again soon.

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FAQs

Pony Dining The Rocks is rated 4.6 stars by 108 OpenTable diners.

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Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Pony Dining The Rocks

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

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Corner of Kendall Lane and Argyle Street
  • Area
    The Rocks
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Daily 12:00–15:00 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 17:30–21:30 Fri, Sat 17:30–22:00
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Modern Australian, Seafood
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Public transit
    5 minutes walking distance from Circular Quay train, Tram and ferry stations
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Neil Nolan
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (02) 9252 7797
  • Catering
    Pony offers your guests a unique blend of uncomplicated and flavorsome food cooked<br />over wood-fire, showcasing the freshest of local produce. <br />We will walk you through our well-shaped beverage list to create a selection that will complement your menu.<br />A range of beverage packages and delicious cocktails are also available.<br />
  • Private party facilities
    Celebrate your special occasion at Pony, a glorious space blending the charm of yesteryearwith the chic of today. The multiple photogenic laneways and buildings nearby bring a superior backdrop to capture those all-important happy snaps, Pony is the perfect place to say "we do".
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