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Graze MCA
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Graze MCA is located on the Ground Floor (Circular Quay side) of the Museum of Contemporary Art, George Street The Rocks. With stunning views of the Opera House and Cirqular Quay, innovative menu at an affordable price, Graze MCA is a popular choice for both locals and visitors alike. Open Lunch Monday to Friday from 11.30am to 3pm Breakfast Saturday & Sunday from 8am to 11.30am Lunch Saturday & Sunday from 12pm to 3pm Bookings recommended
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Pioneer61041337288
Sydney288 contributions
Jan 2024 • business
Booked this restaurant for a work function lunch for 14 people. Preordered from a set 3 course menu per person with alcohol on consumption. The staff were so lovely, attentive and all worked very hard. It was a beautiful day, with delicious food, especially the dessert, reasonably priced considering the location being waterfront. Highly recommend but booking online essential, preferably in advance as the restaurant was full from midday to about 3pm.
Highly recommend.
Written 23 January 2024
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Bivlewis
Neutral Bay57 contributions
Mar 2024 • friends
Group of 10 celebrating a special Birthday had a set menu / drinks package. The food was fantastic. The service excellent. The view amazing. We all just had the best time. Lots of space around you, not crammed in. The set package was excellent value for money too. Would highly recommend.
Written 3 March 2024
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Greg B
2 contributions
Mar 2024 • friends
Arriving in Sydney from Geraldton WA, I took my "Sand Groper" wife and her Californian colleague for my favourite walk in Sydney, ending up at the Museum for Contemporary Art. Craving for Sydney rock oysters had us seated at Graze for lunch looking across the Quay to the Opera House. Wow, what a simply amazing taste sensation we had at Graze! After oysters we shared plates of Citrus Kingfish ceviche that was presented so artistically we were reluctant to dismantle it; but what wonderful tastes with pink grapefruit, avocado and macadamia nuts. We also had deep fired Zucchini flower fritti and the fennel crusted salmon with whipped tahini yoghurt; both sensational. With a Clare Valley Riesling it was a wonderful welcome to Sydney!
Written 19 April 2024
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Alison B
New South Wales35 contributions
July 2023 • friends
The food was terrible .
Ordered the 2 portion plus glass of wine for lunch .
The calamari was over cooked and oily .
The battered fish oily . The chips overcooked .
So basically fish and chips and small oily entre plus glass of bubbles $75 ..
The staff were very attentive and of course lovely view.
Very poor !
Written 24 July 2023
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Teresa
13 contributions
Feb 2023 • none
The food was great and enjoyable.
Service was a bit sketchy. I ordered the mullawaty and was told it was not available. It was replaced by a barramundi. I asked whether it was prepared the same way as described in the menu. Hesitantly she said yes, but there was no avruga caviar. Nevertheless it was beautifully prepared.
We asked about the description of some menu items. Waitress was unsure yet determined to give an answer. We were all given dessert spoons although only some of the diners were getting desserts. Water and wine were not topped off.
Credit must be given to the kitchen for beautifully plating the meals. The salt crusted salmon had this row of fresh peas lined up perfectly in its shell.
It was beautiful dining outside on a sunny day. I would recommend it if you have visitors as the view is stunning.
Written 23 February 2023
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Jerry L
Snoqualmie144 contributions
Feb 2023 • couples
Associated with the Museum of Contemporary Art, its hours are limited. We didn't have a reservation, but were able to get a table. We shared the prosciutto and melon starter, with some of the best prosciutto I've had. A little more melon would have been better. I followed with a wonderful white fish, mulloway, served with a fennel and cucumber salad, dressed with a light Dijon dill dressing. Outstanding with the wine and the view.
Written 9 February 2023
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Arianrhod10
Sydney202 contributions
Jan 2022 • none
Arriving prior to opening time with my 80 year mother, and they allowed us to enter so she could sit down whilst we waited for their opening time. From the first impression she was charmed (which is no mean feat). We shared two entrees, the salt & pepper calamari & zucchini flowers stuffed with whipped ricotta, honey and served with a berry compote and a mass of parmesan. Add a side salad and you had a main size serve for either of these dishes. OMG! the food divine my mother has a garlic allergy and the kitchen separated the dressings serving them on the side so I could still enjoy the dishes. We shared a single main of beer battered fish with thick cut chips with side of sautéed green beans with Feta, toasted almonds and Dijon mustard dressing, again mother allergy to dressing, so they served with a lemon butter dressing again providing the Dijon mustard on the side for me to enjoy (enjoy I did). Mum's favourite is fish & chips (being a Manchester gal), so she's tasted a few in her 80 years, personally not my choice on any menu, pleasing her was the goal, the beer batter was crispy, light and thin with the snapper fillet melt in your mouth, the chips cooked well done and crunchy. The green beans cooked to al dente my favourite. Too full for dessert we had to leave too much on the plate. All this whilst watching the hive of activity on the harbour as the ferry boats hustle in and out of Circular Quay. It was a miserable day weather wise and although outside we were bone dry. We finished with two rounds of Affogato with Baileys over the next couple of hours, they didn't need the table in these strange times which is delightful for us unfortunate for this magnificently delivered experience, right down to the delightful team who served us. My mother so satisfied (which she is rarely) proclaiming this her new favourite and wanting it booked for Mother's day.
Written 18 January 2022
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Peter W
Townsville69 contributions
July 2022 • none
Group family celebration with a touch of wedding for 25 guests. We reside out of town so dealt with Manager through email and she was always prompt in reply. What a great venue the Graze MCA is allowing all guests to absorb the coming and goings of Circular Quay. Food and Wines were exquisite with the selections complimenting each other throughout the 3 courses. Service was outstanding throughout the day and allowed everyone to enjoy the location and occasion. Would strongly recommend this venue for any occasion. Will be returning.
Written 9 July 2022
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Malcolm A
Hunters Hill25 contributions
June 2022 • friends
A group of 6 mates had lunch on a crisp winter Friday. Food was good as ever and great value given the location and view. Wine was also fairly priced. Service was fine. The gripe is; no non-alcohol beer or wine options is no longer acceptable. When we asked if we could go and buy a couple of non-alcohol beers and bring them in, we were declined. For a restaurant attached to an institution with “contemporary” in its name, this was the antithesis. Get with the program guys.
Written 29 June 2022
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Onslow2000
6 contributions
May 2021 • couples
Made the trip specifically to have the signature bouillabaisse for two
Unfortunately it was very disappointing. Not much seafood and all the shell fish was very overcooked. Crab almost non existent
Cannot recommended and at almost $100 it needs to be much better
Written 20 June 2021
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LindaA442
12 contributions
Feb 2020 • none
This is a great spot, tucked around the corner from Circular Quay, with views of the wharf and the Opera House. 6 of us arrived a little after 11 for an early, and long lunch. The service was terrific - friendly & attentive. The waitress was helpful as to how much was enough for 6 of us. We began by sharing zucchini flowers & a graze board. You only get 6 zucchini in a serve so she added an extra. They were the best I've had. Everyone enjoyed their mains. I had the salmon which was very good, but the macadamia/coriander/grapefruit accompaniment made it a stand out. Contrary to some other reviews on this site, we didn't feel rushed at all. In fact the waitresses kept topping up our water as we lingered chatting after we'd paid the bill. We felt very welcome & we'll definitely be returning.
Written 21 February 2020
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feelingxxlucky
Brisbane44 contributions
Jan 2020 • family
Booked a lovely table for the four of us at the front overlooking Circular Quay. However from the moment we arrived we turned invisible. I had to wave down service on every occasion after patiently waiting. We ordered main courses and a couple of rounds of drinks. The food and wines were fantastic but spoilt by the lack of service. We would have ordered dessert but we waited 30 mins with dirty plates on our table and no service.
However I did see staff reset tables in super quick time to get in new customers but they didn’t look after the customers already there.
In the end we gave up waiting for the table to be cleared and order dessert. I went to the counter and instantly lost my cloak of invisible and paid the bill.
Written 7 January 2020
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Day Dreaming
Nice3761 contributions
Jan 2020 • friends
Great breakfast / brunch venue with a view of the harbour, and it’s tucked away from the circular quay crowds.
We have been here several times now and still enjoy visiting. There is a great brunch and lunch menu and service is great. Coffee is really good and the views can’t be beaten. Located on the ground floor of the MCA building it’s the perfect place to grab something to eat before or after visiting the gallery.
Written 29 January 2020
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Us3Sydney
122 contributions
Mar 2021 • none
First visit to this restaurant and we were celebrating 3 birthdays. The weather when we visited was hideous so not too many people dining which is a shame as this is a big space and needs lots of people to make if feel "buzzy".
Entrees were Chilli salt fried baby calamari, Kingfish & Citrus ceviche, and the Zucchini Flowers which my daughter and I both agreed were amazing. Just enough "bite" to make them interesting.
Mains were Roast Lam Saddle Loin, Fennel Salt Crusted roast Salmon and I had the Grilled NZ John Dory with baby cos, fennel and cucumber. So very yummy!!
No dessert after all of that - just coffee.
Our charming waitresses were very helpful and efficient. We had a thoroughly delightful time. Would like to visit again when the weather is better so we could sit outside and take advantage of the amazing Opera House view and busy Sydney Harbour.
Written 21 March 2021
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MaxD859
Adelaide1731 contributions
Jan 2023 • friends
Our meals were excellent . The 3 of us were impressed !
Not huge serves but it was a case of quality versus quantity . My pork belly was amazing !
Deserts were just as good, if not better
Great outlook over Circular Quay , excellent service and not crowded like most of the other dining places at Circular Quay
You just have to try it !
Wines were great too
The people who served us were so friendly - even when 2 of us stayed on for drinks !
Written 8 January 2023
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