You come to The Rock for ribs that part from the bone, seafood pasta with prawns, and sushi made behind the counter. The menu covers steaks, chicken wings, and a crème brûlée with thyme for dessert. The kitchen works across these dishes from morning until evening, served in a dining room with outdoor seating.

The bar mixes cocktails like the Excalibur, built on citrus, and pours wine by the glass. Live music plays some evenings — the sound carries to the patio, where you can sit under the Hazelwood sky.

The restaurant is in The Club Retail Centre on Pinaster Avenue, a short drive from Pretoria's centre. Families take the booths at midday; couples share the smaller tables after dark. The kitchen stays open late enough for dinner after work or a show.