19 Feb 2025

A local’s guide to cheap eats in The Rocks

While Sydney's dining scene might have your wallet feeling nervous lately, there's still a world of wonderful, wallet-friendly experiences to be found in The Rocks. We've scoured every historic laneway and sandstone corner of this beloved precinct to bring you our insider's guide to enjoying a night out that's rich in experience but gentle on your budget.
A local’s guide to cheap eats in The Rocks

$13 Acai Bowls and $16 Sandwiches at Shuk

Inspired by the vibrant and diverse culinary scene of Israel, Shuk brings a fresh and exciting dining experience to the heart of The Rocks. Start your day with nutrient-rich açai bowls starting at $13. For a heartier option, indulge in artisanal sandwiches from $16.

$2 Taco Tuesday at El Camino

Get ready to taco ’bout the best day of the week at El Camino Cantina: Taco Tuesday! Their Taco Tuesday line-ups are packed with bold, delicious flavours and perfect on hand-pressed, soft tortillas. Bring your amigos and enjoy these flavour-packed taco sensations. 

$29 Daily Food & Drink Specials at Endeavour Tap Rooms

$29 is all you need for a hearty feed at Endeavour Tap Rooms.  Their weekly specials showcase the best of Australian pub favourites, starting with their signature Oz Burger on Mondays. Tuesdays bring fresh housemade pesto pasta, while Wednesdays feature a crowd-favorite chicken burger. Thursday's chicken parmi is a pub classic done right, and Friday's beer-battered fish and chips are a perfect way to start your weekend. Saturdays sizzle with loaded beef nachos, while their Sunday roast – complete with seasonal vegetables, Yorkshire pudding, and rich gravy – continues a beloved tradition. Every meal (bar the decadent Sunday roast!) comes perfectly paired with your choice of Endeavour's craft beer or selected wine.

$26 Steak Fridays at The Orient Hotel

Craving a steak without the clean up? Visit The Orient on Fridays for a succulent rump steak cooked as you like for only $26. Skip the grocery shopping, marinating, and kitchen cleanup. Instead, head to The Orient every Friday for a restaurant-quality steak dinner that won't break the bank.

 

Weekly deals at The Glenmore

The Glenmore’s always had one of Sydney’s best sundrenched rooftops, but now they’ve also got some of the city’s best deals. Head on up and enjoy Monday steaks for $19.90 and cheeseburgers on Tuesdays for $12. Get over the mid-week hump and enjoy $1 Wednesday Wings and $6 Beers. On Thursdays, they're also offerin $15 spritzes! 
 

Saké Hour

Happy hour just got happier at Saké. Arguably one of Sydney's best Japanese restaurants, you will be spoilt for choice with signature mocktails starting at $7 and cocktails from $10. You can also get mouthwatering dishes like Nori Crisps, Salmon Tacos and Chicken Karaage. Drop by between 4-6pm Monday-Sunday for an end-of-day affair that is value-packed and enormous fun.