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Niki Vasiliadison Google

a month ago

Everything about Catalina is outstanding. The setting, the service and the menu. We went for my sister’s birthday and everything we ordered was fine dining at its very best. From the starters the dumpling and the tuna tartare are an absolute must. Packed with flavour and the sort of bites you want to order more and more of. For the main the seafood stew was incredible. Stacked with seafood and crispy skin fish and the broth was rich and hearty. Don’t skip the yuzu panna cotta and the orange brûlée - two outstanding desserts that leave a lovely citrusy flavour and lightness. Great cocktail list as well, the passionfruit spicy marg was delicious and brought the heat. The service is impeccable, warm and friendly and the wait staff know the menu so well. 10/10 highly recommend especially for an occasion

Shah Rukh Vhora (iamSRV)on Google

3 months ago

One of the best fine dining experiences we’ve had in Sydney. Catalina truly feels like a place where the chef has thoughtfully designed a menu with something for everyone, and everything we had was absolutely delicious. What made this visit extra special was my girlfriend’s experience. She had never really eaten fish before because she has always disliked the typical fishy smell, but she had wanted to try it for a long time. I had a feeling that if any place could get this right, it would be Catalina. The staff recommended the line-caught pan-fried snapper, and wow!!! Perfect recommendation. Beautifully cooked, fresh, no overpowering fishy smell, and so delicious that my girlfriend finished the entire serving (which says everything 😄). Thank you for making her first fish experience such a positive and memorable one. For me, this was simply one of Sydney’s standout fine dining experiences, incredible food, excellent service, and that stunning Rose Bay setting. My little tip: go for lunch, choose the à la carte menu, and if the weather allows, absolutely sit outside. Even on a cooler day, the atmosphere is worth it. If you get an outdoor table without even asking like we did, even better 😄 Highly recommend.

Claudia Jovanovskion Google

6 months ago

I cannot thank the team at Catalina enough for providing what was truly an unforgettable experience. We arrived spontaneously straight from the tennis courts at Royal Sydney—in casual tennis gear—around 2,3 PM. Despite our casual appearance and the late hour, the staff welcomed us with open arms and friendly faces. This was a milestone day for my good friend. The food was easily the best I’ve had in NSW. We enjoyed everything! To name a few we had: The SA squid and royal red prawns, coral trout crudo, fresh oysters, the Sydney Rock lobster risotto, snapper, and the incredible broccolini mix. We even had a dessert cocktail that tasted like a cheesecake—only better! The $300 bottle of wine was so splendid we had to order a second. Every single staff member, from the bar to the floor, was polite, kind, and went out of their way to make us feel special. Sitting outside under the shade with that spectacular Rose Bay view and a clear sky was the perfect setting for a 5-hour long celebration. Thank you for helping me create endless memories for a friend who truly deserved it. Highly recommended!

Pam Robinsonon Google

2 months ago

We chose Catalina Rose Bay to celebrate our son's 50th birthday, his wife's birthday and their 10th wedding anniversary yesterday. From the moment we walked in their celebration was made memorable. The menu is comprehensive and food is exquisite! The staff were wonderful and looked after our every wish! The location is perfect and our family members commented that it was their most exquisite dining experience ever! Thankyou so much to everyone at Catalina's for helping us to give our family members a most memorable celebration.

Rebecca Bon Google

4 months ago

We recently dined at Catalina for lunch with my grandparents to celebrate their 63rd wedding anniversary, and as always, it was a beautiful experience. The service was attentive, warm and effortless throughout. The menu was perfectly seasonal, with dishes that were both refined and generous. We were lucky to have a stunning day, and sitting by the glass windows made it all the more special, watching seaplanes land and take off, alongside boats and people enjoying the water… always great to watch. The wine list is thoughtfully curated and complemented the seafood dishes. A particularly lovely touch was the personalised anniversary message from the chefs on dessert. We’ve dined at Catalina many times for both lunch and dinner, and it continues to deliver every time. Already looking forward to our next visit.