The Rocks Menu
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Enjoy an award-winning culinary experience from our Japanese born and trained chefs, who bring a dynamic and innovative spin to this centuries old cuisine. Please note, our menus are subject to change.
- A La Carte
- Set Menu
- Saké Hour
- Beverage
- Desserts
Cold Starters
- OystersMandarin vinaigrette, citurus pearl, shiso emulsion | GF DF9 (each)
- Nori CrispsTuna, kingfish, togarashi, sesame dressing | DF29
- TacoSalmon taco or wagyu tartare taco (1 piece) | DF13
- Hiramasa KingfishLime & jalapeño kosho, coriander infused ponzu | GF DF36
- White Soy SnapperRed radish, dill, dill and chive oil, kombu powder, sesame seed | DF GF31
- Tuna CarpaccioMiso ceviche dressing | nashi pear36
- New Style SashimiSalmon, snapper, scallops, hot sesame oil, ponzu | GF DF42
Hot Starters
- EdamameSoybeans, nori salt | GF DF V13
- Miso SoupAburage, spring onion, wakame, sansho pepper | GF DF9
- Nasu DengakuGrilled eggplant, den miso, sesame, chilli threads | GF DF V24
- Roasted Abrolhos ScallopsShiitake rice, mentaiko mayonnaise, nori crisp (2 pieces) | GF27
- ShumaiSteamed prawn dumplings, spicy ponzu | DF29
- Popcorn ShrimpRoyal red prawn, yuzu, chilli mayonnaise | DF33
- Chicken KaraageNori mayonnaise | GF DF29
- Roasted Wollemi Duck MarylandGinger soy, cucumber, shallots | GF DF27
Mains
- Vegetable Tempura Tentsuyu dipping sauce | V DF29
- Miso Glazed 'Glacier 51' ToothfishHoba leaf, nanban shiitake | GF DF72
- Ben Collison Coral Trout Shio YakiUmami broth | woodear mushroom | cherry tomatoes | mizuna | GF DF54
- Brolos Rock Lobster AgeKombu, Nori Salt, Amazu Ponzu | DF69
- Teriyaki Gippsland Lamb ChopBasil miso | GF DF43
- Binchoyaki Dry-Aged Wollemi Duck BreastNanban shimeji, edamame puree, citrus tare | GF DF55
- 200g Westholme Wagyu Striploin MB5+Yakiniku sauce | shio or tare seasoning | GF DF88
- 250g Blackmore Wagyu Scotch Fillet MB9+ Yakiniku sauce | oroshi ponzu | GF DF180
Sides
- Corn RibsHouse made furikake, kombu butter | GF DF V19
- House SaladRadicchio, gem, endive, ginger, soy vinaigrette | GF DF | GF DF V17
- Crispy Brussels Sprouts Kimchi vinaigrette | GF DF V22
- Chargrilled Sugarloaf CabbageMiso Butter | Spicy Sesame Seeds | GF DF V20
- Steamed RiceGF DF V8
Sushi Bar
Nigiri 2 Piece
- Tuna Akami15
- Blue Fin Tuna Toro50
- Ora King Salmon Shake14
- Salmon Belly (Shake Toro)15
- Kingfish (Hamachi) 14
- Kingfish Belly15
- Eel (Anago)13
- Cuttlefish (Ika)14
- Snapper (Tai)14
- Scallop (Hotate)14
- Scampi46
Sashimi 4 Piece
- Tuna Akami29
- Blue Fin Tuna Toro100
- Saikou Salmon Shake26
- Salmon Belly (Shake Toro)29
- Kingfish (Hamachi) 27
- Kingfish Belly27
- Cuttlefish (Ika)21
- Snapper (Tai) 23
- Scallop (Hotate)27
- Scampi90
- Sushi SetChef's Selection of nigiri (10 pieces) GF DF60
- Sashimi ComboChef's selection of sashimi (22 pieces) | GF DF96
- Sashimi AppetiserChef's selection of sashimi (8 pieces) | GF DF38
Sushi Rolls
- Kingfish Double CrunchJalapeño mayonnaise, coriander, cucumber, tempura crunch, sweet soy, spicy masago | GF DF28
- Spicy TunaTogarashi, tempura crunch, chilli & sesami oil | GF DF28
- Chirashi RollSalmon | tuna | kingfish | omelette | sesame leaves | burdock | cucumber | ikura | GF DF27
- Spider MakiFried softshell crab, cucumber, tobiko, chives | GF DF28
- S ExpressTempura scallops, jalapeño mayonnaise, cucumber, seared salmon, unagi sauce | GF DF29
- Vegetable RollInari, nanban burdock, pickled radish, avocado, shiitake furikake | V DF GF 24
Saké Classics
Food $135, matching alcoholic beverage additional $71, matching non-alcoholic beverage $45, upgrade to dragon egg for $18
- Nori CrispsTuna, kingfish, spring onion, togarashi, sesame dressing
- Hiramasa KingfishCoriander infused ponzu, lime & jalapeño kosho
- Popcorn ShrimpRoyal red prawn, yuzu, chilli bean mayonnaise
- Prawn ShumaiSteamed prawn dumplings, spicy ponzu
- Salmon YakiNanban shiitake, hoba leaf
- Riverine Beef Short Rib MB2+Yakiniku Tare
- PavlovaYuzu cream, chantilly, fresh strawberries
Tasting Menu
Food $185, matching alcoholic beverage additional $153, matching non-alcoholic beverage $45
- Wagyu Beef Sashimimentaiko rice crips | sesame soy
- Tea Smoked Quail Egg Tartikura | karasumi | crème fraiche | apple | amazu | radish
- Seared Paradise Prawn Sashimitomato onion salsa | micro shiso
- Miso Glazed ‘Glacier 51’ ToothfishHoba leaf | nanban shiitake
- Chef’s Selection Nigiri
- Westholme Wagyu Striploin MB5+Yakiniku tare
- Crispy Brussels SproutKimchi vinaigrette
- Yuzu Custard TartUmeshu poached pear | yuzu custard | yamamomo
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Saké Hour is our own spin on the happiest hour of the day.
Available exclusively in the bar.
Sydney venues: Monday-Friday, 4pm-6pm
Melbourne: Tuesday-Sunday, 5pm-6pm
Signature Dishes
- Edamame5
- Shumai (4 pieces)10
- Popcorn Shrimp10
- Chicken Karaage10
- Nori Crisps (1 piece)5
- Tacos (1 piece)5
- Hiramasa Kingfish10
- Oysters (1 piece)5
- Nigiri (1 piece)5
Signature Drinks
- Miss Wednesday Cocktail10
- Classic Cocktails (Negroni, Old Fashioned, Haku Martini)12
- Asahi7
- Glass of Prosecco10
- Glass of Wine10
- Sake of the Week (250ml)20
- Toki Japanese Whisky Highball7
- Roku Japanese Gin & Tonic7
Beverage List
Here you will find a concise range of specialty beverages picked with care to enhance your dining experience. We encourage you to explore our selection of premium Japanese beverages, being sake, wine, craft beers, whiskey, shochu or umeshu.
Our wines are focused on Australian produce but we also have a wide range from producers we love from all over the world.
The wines might present the following marks:
(b) = biodynamic
(o) = organic
(v) = vegan
(pf) = no added preservatives
In our cocktails we strive to source fresh local produce to mix with an array of Japanese ingredients.
Kampai!
Saké Classics
- GingariServed tall over ice. Nikka Days Blended whisky Fevertree Dry Ginger Ale, pickled ginger with fresh lemon, Refreshing starter with a spicy kick.29
- Miss WednesdayServed over ice. Shochu, rose & lychees liquor shaken with vanilla & fresh lime. Our twist on a lychee caipiroska. 26
- Pink BlossomServed over ice, Choya umeshu, fresh strawberries & cranberry juice shaken with passionfruit & lime. A sweet and tangy fruit cup.26
- HummingbirdServed straight up. Kaffir infused Kettle One Vodka, Green Tea Umeshu, passionfruit puree and ginger. Smooth and sweet with a herbal finish. 28
- Hattori HanzoServed over ice. Muddled cucumber & jalapeño, tanqueray gin & yuzu sake, shaken with freshly squeezed lemon juice & elderflower. Refreshing and spicy with a clean finish.26
- Blush HourPatron Repasado, Nakano BC Yuzu Umeshu, Aperol, Montelobos Mezcal, Agave & Yukari salt29
Signature Cocktails
- Japanese Slipper 2.0Served straight up. Grey Goose vodka, Triple-sec, Midori, yuzu, lemon and fresh honeydew.27
- Tiger TanakaServed straight up. Roku Gin, Koyomi shochu, Kizan Sanban Junmai Ginjo & lemon zest.26
- Shiso SpritzServed over ice in a Riesling glass. Houraisen Ao Shiso umeshu, pineapple shrub, prosecco and homemade red shiso soda.25
- Plum Wine NegroniServed with rock ice. Choya Single Year umeshu, KI NO BI dry gin and Aperol.29
- Sesame Old FashionedServed with rock ice. Sesame fat washed Matsui Kurayoshi 8YO whiskey, demerara and all spice.43
Mocktails
- Ticket to NowhereServed tall over ice. Lyre's White Cane Spirit, pineapple & lychee juice, Falemum, mandarin concentrate, lime juice and tiki bitters. 24
- The Japan JobServed in a Riesling glass. Lyre's Italian Spritz & Orange Sec, housemade yuzu/tonic syrup, olive brine and topped with Ginger Beer.22
- Summer BreezeServed tall. Aloe vera, fresh strawberries & lime juice17
- WakanaiServed straight up. Pineapple, passionfruit, caramel, cinnamon and whites17
Beer & Cider
- 4 Pines 'Japanese Style' Lager425 ml - 4.5% ABV. Draught16
- 4 Pines Pale Ale330ml 5.1% ABV. Bottle16
- 4 Pines American Amber Ale330ml 5.1% ABV. Bottle16
- Balter XPA375ml 5.0% ABV. Bottle16
- Balter Hazy IPA375ml 6.2% ABV. Bottle17
- Asahi 'Soukai' Light330ml 3.5% ABV. Bottle13
- Heaps Normal 'Quiet XPA' 355ml less than 0.5% ABV. Can13
- The Hill's Cider Co. Apple Cider330ml 5.0% ABV. Bottle15
- The Hill's Cider Co. Pear Cider330ml 5.0% ABV. Bottle15
Japanese Craft Beers
- Hitachino Nest White Ale330 ml - 5.5% ABV. Ibaraki Belgian style Wit-bier is soft and refreshing with complex flavours of coriander, orange peel and spices. 22
- Hitachino Nest Yuzu Lager350 ml - 5.5% ABV. Ibaraki. The Japanese yuzu gives this beer a delicate yet deep citrus flavor Refreshing acidity from the yuzu combined with the crispness of a lager. 22
- Hitachino Nest 'Dai Dai' IPA330 ml - 6.2% ABV. Ibaraki. Rich and hoppy, with notes of caramel, mandarin 22
- Hitachino Nest Red Rice Ale330 ml - 7.0% ABV. Ibaraki. The Red Rice Ale is brewed using an ancient type of red rice. Fruit driven, red berries, earthy notes and dry finish. 22
- Hitachino Nest Espresso Stout330 ml - 7.0% ABV. Ibaraki. The Espresso Stout is brewed using well-roasted espresso beans. Full bodied and soft, with notes of cocoa and roasted coffee. 22
Sake By The Glass & Carafe
Junmai Daiginjo & Daiginjo
(Aromatic Styles due to high milling)
- Tōji Junmai DaiginjoNiigata - Abr 15% & 50%. Green apples, kiwifruit, and white flowers. Light and delicate18/70/135
- Dassai '23' Junmai DaiginjoYamaguchi - Abr 16% & 23%. Very refined with notes melon, honeysuckle, nougat and cucumber.32/129/255
- Houraisen Bi Junmai DaiginjoAichi - Abv 15.5% & 45% White stone fruits and nashi pear, with gentle acidity27/110/204
- Dassai '45' Junmai DaiginjoYamaguchi - Abr 16% & 45%. Fruit driven and powerful with white stone fruits and steamed rice notes.17/68/132
- Nyukon Itteki Junmai Daiginjo Nama Genshu (o)Osaka - Abv 17% & 50% Organic Yamada Nishiki rice. Balanced, layered with intense white fruits and complex savoury notes33/135/262
Desserts
- Dragon EggCoconut mousse | rhubarb compote | crunchy hazelnut | miso caramel31
- Ice Cream & Sorbet SelectionWhite sesame, green tea, vanilla, yuzu16
- Yuzu Custard TartUmeshu poached pear | yuzu custard | yamamomo16
- Nihon CheesecakeBlueberry compote | macadamia nut brittle18
- Valrhona Chocolate FondantChocolate soil | vanilla ice cream | suntory whiskey20
