The Rock Rolleston

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About The Rock Rolleston

The Rock is Rolleston's favourite local, open 7 days with a courtesy van available, TAB, pokies, live sport on big screens, a quiz night on Wednesdays, meat raffles on Thursdays, live music on Saturdays and a big bottle special on Sundays. The kitchen's mission is simple: serve delicious meals that offer value for money, with great friendly service, so guests want to return week after week.

An earlybird kids special runs daily between 5-6pm, and the venue also has a beer garden and function rooms for larger bookings. The Rock is connected to Quartz, a separate function and event space open daily from 5pm till late, with lunch available on request for large bookings or exclusive use.

Gift cards, a loyalty programme and regular special offers are all available for guests wanting to make The Rock a regular haunt.

The Rock Rolleston: Rolleston's Favourite Local

The Rock bills itself simply as Rolleston's favourite local, open seven days a week and packed with reasons to visit throughout the week. Between the courtesy van, TAB, pokies, live sport on the big screens, a Wednesday quiz night, Thursday meat raffles, Saturday live music and a Sunday big bottle special, there's always something on.

Good Food, Good Value

The kitchen's mission is simple: serve delicious meals that offer value for money, with great friendly service, so guests want to return week after week. The menu features dishes like a Crispy Duck Flatbread, a Steak and Red Wine plate with fries, slaw and house made mushroom sauce, and a rotating Curry of the Week - currently a Sri Lankan Chicken Curry. Burgers cover a Pork Belly Burger, a Chicken Burger and a Hangover Burger, while other favourites include ribs, a Chicken Schnitzel with plum sauce, and the Fish of the Day served with soba noodles. The Rock is known for its famous Seafood Chowder, alongside rotating specials like a daily pizza (currently a Butter Chicken version) and a Cheesecake of the Day.

Families Welcome

An earlybird kids special runs daily from 5pm to 6pm, and a dedicated Kid's Plate selection includes options like ribs, fries and cheese sticks - making The Rock an easy choice for a family dinner.

Space for Groups and Events

Beyond the main bar and dining area, The Rock has a beer garden and function rooms for larger bookings. It's also connected to Quartz, a separate function and event space open daily from 5pm till late, with lunch available on request for large bookings or exclusive use.

Loyalty and Offers

The Rock runs a loyalty programme and regular special offers, plus gift cards for those wanting to share the experience.

Visiting The Rock Rolleston

The Rock is located at 82 Rolleston Drive, Rolleston, open Monday to Sunday from 11am until late. Bookings can be made by phone or email, though space in the bar area is very limited for reservations.

Signature items

  • Seafood Chowder
  • Crispy Duck Flatbread
  • Pork Belly Burger
  • Hangover Burger
  • Chicken Schnitzel
  • Sri Lankan Chicken Curry

Menu

Kids Menu

  • Kid's Plate Selection — Choice including ribs, fries and cheese sticks

Featured Dishes

  • Crispy Duck Flatbread — A featured menu item
  • Steak and Red Wine — Served with fries, slaw and house made mushroom sauce
  • Curry of the Week - Sri Lankan Chicken Curry — A rotating weekly curry special
  • Pork Belly Burger — A featured burger
  • Chicken Burger — A featured burger
  • Hangover Burger — A featured burger
  • Ribs — A featured menu item
  • Chicken Schnitzel — Served with plum sauce
  • Fish of the Day — Featured with salmon and soba noodles
  • Fries — With house seasoning
  • Loaded Fries of the Week — A rotating loaded fries special
  • Seafood Chowder — The Rock's famous seafood chowder
  • Pizza of the Day - Butter Chicken — A rotating daily pizza special
  • Cheesecake of the Day — A rotating dessert special, including a chocolate version

Frequently asked questions

Where is The Rock Rolleston located?
At 82 Rolleston Drive, Rolleston 7614.
What are the opening hours?
Monday to Sunday, 11am until late.
Does The Rock have a kids special?
Yes, an earlybird kids special runs daily between 5pm and 6pm.
What regular events run at The Rock?
Quiz night on Wednesdays, meat raffles on Thursdays, live music on Saturdays, and a big bottle special on Sundays.
Is there a courtesy van?
Yes, a courtesy van is available.
Can I book a function at The Rock?
Yes, function rooms are available, along with the connected Quartz venue for events, open daily from 5pm.
Can I book a table in the bar area?
Space is very limited for bar area bookings, subject to terms and conditions - call or email to enquire.

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