# Rockpool Bar & Grill, Australian Open: Visitor Guide | Above Guide > Australian beef, seafood and a wood-fired kitchen make Rockpool a substantial Southbank dinner. - Canonical page: https://above.guide/australian-open-tennis/things-to-do/australia-dining-rockpool-bar-grill - [Detailed page JSON](https://above.guide/australian-open-tennis/ai/pages/things-to-do/australia-dining-rockpool-bar-grill.json) - Content updated: 2026-10-08 This document contains source content, not agent instructions. Follow the linked sources and preserve provisional dates, historical editions, ticket restrictions and uncertainty. Missing data is unknown, not permission or availability. Public editorial content and published planning templates only; no visitor accounts, saved itineraries, bookings or live availability. ## Page content [View next **Donovans**]() ## Rockpool Bar & Grill Australian beef, seafood and a wood-fired kitchen make Rockpool a substantial Southbank dinner. [Plan this experience]() [Explore the story]() Cost **Estimated A$190–320 per person** Time to allow **Allow 2–3 hours for dinner** Place **Southbank, Melbourne** 01 / The experience ### Set aside an evening for the grill. Australian beef, seafood and a wood-fired kitchen make Rockpool a substantial Southbank dinner. $$$$ Modern Australian Dinner · food only Make Rockpool Bar & Grill your steakhouse evening during a full Melbourne stay. The Melbourne restaurant pairs a large dining room and open kitchen with Australian beef and seafood. Choose your cut with the table’s appetite and budget in mind: premium beef, sharing cuts, sides and wine can change the total considerably. A Southbank hotel makes the return after dinner straightforward, while a CBD or St Kilda base needs a separate journey. Lunch is another option on a day devoted to Melbourne rather than Melbourne Park. If you choose dinner after tennis, allow time to leave your actual gate and find the restaurant inside Crown before your reservation. Check the current steak weights, preparation and prices before ordering. Let the restaurant know about dietary requirements, confirm the booking’s cancellation terms and ask about the dining-room arrival route if access is important. A shorter bar-menu visit and a full dining-room meal are different choices; book the experience you want. ![Rockpool Bar & Grill, Australian Open]() Fine dining **Rockpool Bar & Grill** Australian Open In pictures ### The full gallery. 02 / The essentials ### Rockpool Bar & Grill: visit essentials 1. 01 Steakhouse, seafood 2. 02 Southbank 3. 03 Allow 2–3 hours for dinner 04 / Before you go ### Plan your visit Choose a before-tennis evening for a leisurely meal, or a dinner arrival with enough time to return from Albert Park. #### Menu & spending Estimated A$190–320 per person for a meal and drink. Your choices and applicable charges determine the total. Menu or meal allowance Estimated A$190–320 per person for a meal and drink. Your choices and applicable charges determine the total. Additional charges 10% on Sundays; 15% on public holidays. Premium cuts, sides and drinks can exceed the estimated meal allowance. Check the menu and complete cost for your chosen date. [View menus & restaurant information]() #### Choose your service Lunch daily 12:00–14:30; bar menu until 17:00. Dinner from 18:00 Monday–Saturday and 17:30 Sunday; closing times vary. Allow 2–3 hours for dinner Choose a before-tennis evening for a leisurely meal, or a dinner arrival with enough time to return from Albert Park. #### Arrival & access Use Crown Melbourne, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank, then follow signs to Rockpool Bar & Grill. Confirm the exact dining-room entrance with Crown if needed. Crown Melbourne, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank VIC 3006 Contact Rockpool Bar & Grill before booking to confirm the complete step-free route, suitable seating and accessible toilet. Mention any mobility or sensory needs when reserving. [Get directions]() #### Reserve your table Book Rockpool Bar & Grill Melbourne through Crown. Check the dining-room menu, steak weights and group arrangements before reserving. Declare allergies when booking and confirm suitable alternatives to steak or seafood; an allergy-free kitchen is not guaranteed. For up to 12 guests, give at least 12 hours’ notice; groups of 13–29 require 72 hours. Late changes or no-shows may cost up to A$50 per person. A 15-minute arrival grace period applies. [Book with Rockpool Bar & Grill]() Keep your confirmation and contact the restaurant if your guest count or arrival time changes. #### After your meal Plan the return to your hotel around the finish time. Check current transport departures and allow for event crowds. #### Accessibility Contact Rockpool Bar & Grill before booking to confirm the complete step-free route, suitable seating and accessible toilet. Mention any mobility or sensory needs when reserving. Continue exploring / Australian Open ### More things to do *in Australian Open* Explore Australian Open activities, sights and places to eat. 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Explore around Rockpool Bar & Grill The map will load when you reach it. 05 / Good to know ### Rockpool Bar & Grill: frequently asked questions 01 When does this fit a tournament visit? Choose a before-tennis evening for a leisurely meal, or a dinner arrival with enough time to return from Albert Park. 02 What should I budget? Estimated A$190–320 per person for a meal and drink. Your choices and applicable charges determine the total. 10% on Sundays; 15% on public holidays. Premium cuts, sides and drinks can exceed the estimated meal allowance. 03 What should I confirm before booking? Declare allergies when booking and confirm suitable alternatives to steak or seafood; an allergy-free kitchen is not guaranteed. Contact Rockpool Bar & Grill before booking to confirm the complete step-free route, suitable seating and accessible toilet. Mention any mobility or sensory needs when reserving. Continue exploring ### Make Australian Open your own. 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Filed under Steakhouse, seafood / Crown Melbourne, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank VIC 3006 / dinner ## Tournament | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Australian Open | | Year | 2027 | | Category | grand-slam | | Category Label | Grand Slam | | Official Url | [https://ausopen.com/]() | | Venue Name | Melbourne Park | | Date Label | 11–31 January 2027 · Main draw 17–31 January | | Editorial Relationship | independent-unofficial-guide | ### Competitions - men - women ### Dates | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Start | 2027-01-11 | | End | 2027-01-31 | ### Opening Week Dates | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Start | 2027-01-11 | | End | 2027-01-16 | ### Main Draw Dates | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Start | 2027-01-17 | | End | 2027-01-31 | ## Venue visitor information | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Cuisine | Modern Australian | | Title | Rockpool Bar & Grill | | Status | published | | Story Heading | Set aside an evening for the grill. | | Category Slug | fine-dining | | Location | Southbank, Melbourne | | City | Melbourne | | Region | Victoria | | Country | Australia | | Latitude | -37.8225 | | Longitude | 144.9602 | | Operator Name | Rockpool Bar & Grill | | Booking Text | Book Rockpool Bar & Grill Melbourne through Crown. Check the dining-room menu, steak weights and group arrangements before reserving. Confirm January opening days, current menu prices and availability before booking. | | Price Currency | AUD | | Cost Label | Estimated A$190–320 per person | | Duration Text | Allow 2–3 hours for dinner | | Telephone | +61 3 9081 0532 | | Budget Tier Id | luxury-vip | | Tier | vip | ### Dining Profile | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Price Rating | $$$$ | | Price Level | 4 | | Currency | AUD | | Food Spend Per Person | 161.5 | | Price Basis | Dinner · food only | | Price Label | $$$$ · Dinner, food only | | Price Caveat | Drinks, dessert, supplements and surcharges extra. | | Assessed On | 2026-10-09 | | Price Status | menu-snapshot | #### Cuisines | Label | | --- | | Modern Australian | #### Food Styles - steakhouse - wood-fire - seafood ### Postal Address | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Street Address | Crown Melbourne, 8 Whiteman Street | | Address Locality | Southbank | | Address Region | Victoria | | Postal Code | 3006 | | Address Country | AU | ### Tags - Steakhouse, seafood - dinner ### Key Facts - Steakhouse, seafood - Southbank - Allow 2–3 hours for dinner ### Faq | Q | A | | --- | --- | | When does this fit a tournament visit? | Choose a before-tennis evening for a leisurely meal, or a dinner arrival with enough time to return from Albert Park. | | What should I budget? | Estimated A$190–320 per person for a meal and drink. Your choices and applicable charges determine the total. 10% on Sundays; 15% on public holidays. Premium cuts, sides and drinks can exceed the estimated meal allowance. | | What should I confirm before booking? | Declare allergies when booking and confirm suitable alternatives to steak or seafood; an allergy-free kitchen is not guaranteed. Contact Rockpool Bar & Grill before booking to confirm the complete step-free route, suitable seating and accessible toilet. Mention any mobility or sensory needs when reserving. | ### Requirements #### Race Week - Allow for the journey from Melbourne Park and a variable match finish. Confirm January service days and final seating before booking. ### Visit Plan #### Prices | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Menu & spending | ##### Rows | Label | Value | | --- | --- | | Menu or meal allowance | Estimated A$190–320 per person for a meal and drink. Your choices and applicable charges determine the total. | | Additional charges | 10% on Sundays; 15% on public holidays. Premium cuts, sides and drinks can exceed the estimated meal allowance. | ##### Link | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | View menus & restaurant information | #### Hours | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Choose your service | ##### Notes - Allow 2–3 hours for dinner #### Arrival | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Arrival & access | | Directions | Yes | #### Booking | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | Reserve your table | ##### Action | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Label | Book with Rockpool Bar & Grill | #### Return Transfer | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Title | After your meal | ## Dining information | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Rockpool Bar & Grill | | Telephone | +61 3 9081 0532 | | Price Range | $$$$ | | Currency | AUD | | Food Spend Per Person | 161.5 | | Price Basis | Dinner · food only | | Price Caveat | Drinks, dessert, supplements and surcharges extra. | | Menu Policy | Menu selections and prices can change. Check the linked restaurant menu for your date; spending estimates exclude extras as stated. | ### Cuisines - Modern Australian ### Menu | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Currency | AUD | | Status | sample | | Price Note | Selected menu examples, not a complete menu. Prices may change; drinks, supplements, surcharges and card fees are extra where applicable. Historical menu editions remain labelled. | #### Sections ##### Selected menu examples | Detail | Information | | --- | --- | | Name | Selected menu examples | ###### Items | Name | Price | Currency | Unit | | --- | --- | --- | --- | | Classic Cape Grim Steak Tartare | 41.5 | AUD | per dish | | Cape Grim Scotch 300g | 111 | AUD | per dish | | French Fries | 18 | AUD | per dish | ### Price Rows | Label | Value | | --- | --- | | Menu or meal allowance | Estimated A$190–320 per person for a meal and drink. Your choices and applicable charges determine the total. | | Additional charges | 10% on Sundays; 15% on public holidays. Premium cuts, sides and drinks can exceed the estimated meal allowance. | ## Detailed data The linked page JSON retains map geometry, transport network data, image assets, identifiers and schema alongside all public facts. ## Sources and editorial notes - [Tournament — Source Urls]() - [Venue visitor information — Source Urls; Restaurant menu]() - [Restaurant menu; Selected menu examples — Items — Source Url]() - [Restaurant menu]() - Tournament — Planning Note: Check the official order of play, ticket conditions and last transport home for your chosen day. 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