Restaurant
Rococo St Kilda
85/91 Acland St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
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85/91 Acland St, St Kilda VIC 3182, Australia
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On Acland Street, Rococo delivers generous Italian plates and woodfire pizzas timed neatly for curtain calls down the road. Regulars making a beeline for the Palais or National Theatre rely on the kitchen's clockwork pace, tucking into bowls of prawn linguine and crisp potato rosemary pizza before stepping out. Inside, banquettes wrap around an indoor fireplace that shelters diners on chilly bayside nights. Long tables share platters of chargrilled calamari and rich carbonara, while a standalone vegan menu keeps mixed crews covered without compromise. The meal winds down over warm sticky toffee pudding beside the hearth.
- Pre-Theatre Timing: Floor staff coordinate dishes to keep dining paced smoothly ahead of shows at the Palais Theatre and National Theatre.
- Woodfire Oven Crusts: Pizzas emerge from the woodfire oven with light, blistered crusts and San Marzano bases.
- Dedicated Vegan Menu: A standalone plant-based menu runs alongside traditional pastas and mains to easily accommodate dairy-free diners.
What's On at Rococo St Kilda
Upcoming events, special menus and other reasons to plan a visit.
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Why Diners Choose Rococo St Kilda
Why theatregoers, celebrating groups, and date-night diners choose Rococo St Kilda
Paced Service Tailored for Showtimes
Floor staff coordinate kitchen pacing specifically for patrons with tickets to the Palais Theatre or National Theatre, ensuring courses arrive punctually before curtain call.
the staff were aware we had a time frame to make the show, food came in a timely manner and the staff were very friendly
Hrisi Konstantopoulos Reliable Dining Stop for Theatre Nights
Dining steps from St Kilda playhouses allows showgoers to rely on quick course delivery without feeling rushed before evening performances.
There are plenty of staff who are always very friendly and helpful in getting our meals to us before the show.
Colin (Big Col) Memorable Family Milestone Celebrations
Generous platters, celebratory table songs, and attentive care make milestone family birthdays and annual gatherings memorable.
It was my sister’s birthday and they sang song for her. It made her day even more exciting and I enjoyable.
Gaurika Chhabra Attentive Hospitality for Group Gatherings
Large parties and walk-in groups are accommodated effortlessly with dedicated set menus, responsive staff, and family-style sharing.
We were in a large group with a set menu and she was incredibly attentive and put so much care into every detail, making sure all of our requirements were met with diligence and a warm smile.
Rebecca Vasquez Cosy Fireplace Comfort on Chilly Nights
A working indoor fireplace and warm dining room lighting create a sheltered, intimate setting during brisk winter evenings.
Kept cosy by the fire on a blistering cold winter's day, we ordered spaghetti carbonara, pizza capricciosa and linguine with pan fried prawns
Belinda Lui Warm Atmosphere for Date Nights
An inviting, vibrant atmosphere paired with polished hospitality sets an effortless mood for date nights and evening dinners.
The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it perfect for a date night or dinner with friends.
Neeraj Sadhra
Most popular items
Signature pastas, woodfired pizzas, and beloved Italian classics
Carbonara
I really enjoyed the carbonara, I’m still thinking about it and I hope I could find an Italian restaurant here in Auckland that serves carbonara as delicious as here.
Cyndi Yap Margherita Pizza
Margherita pizza, best his had ever.
Eloise Smith Melanzane Parmigiana
MELANZANE PARMIGIANA (highlight this because, I'm still drooling. It was so good)
Hrisi Konstantopoulos Potato Rosemary Pizza
delicious Potato Rosemary Pizza with its light crispy base and aromatic flavours.
Nikhil Kachhadia
Other favorites
Starters, sides, and decadent desserts to complete your Italian dining experience
Arancini Balls
Arancini balls delicious
Kimberley Collins Garlic Bread
perfectly baked Garlic Bread
Nikhil Kachhadia Chocolate Fudge Brownie
Chocolate Fudge Brownie for dessert, a decadent, indulgent, and absolutely satisfying.
Nikhil Kachhadia Sticky Toffee Pudding
Sticky toffee pudding with berry something… the berry and salted caramel date flavour actually worked really well!
Jay
Beyond the menu
Thoughtful service details that elevate pre-theatre meals, celebrations, and winter dining at Rococo.
Curtain-Call Attuned Dining
When guests notify staff about showtimes at the nearby Palais or National Theatre, front-of-house teams deliberately monitor order pacing so diners make curtain call without feeling rushed.
Celebration Table Rituals
Celebratory birthdays and milestones are met with personalised touches from the floor team, including staff gathering to sing and make guests feel celebrated.
Fireside Dining Comfort
During colder weather, guests can dine directly beside a lit indoor fireplace that warms the dining room.
Dedicated Plant-Based Menu
Mixed parties and guests with dietary or lactose restrictions are provided a standalone vegan menu alongside traditional Italian dishes.
Before you head over
Practical advice to ensure a seamless Italian dining experience in St Kilda
Flag your curtain call early
If you are attending a performance at the Palais Theatre or National Theatre, let staff know when ordering so they can pace your meal to meet your showtime.
Ask for the dedicated vegan menu
Request a separate dedicated vegan menu from staff if you or your dining companions have plant-based or dairy-free requirements.
Seek out fireplace seating in winter
During cold winter visits, ask for seating near the indoor fireplace to enjoy a warm, cosy setting alongside hearty pasta and pizza.
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