First Look: Bar Patrón by Rockpool Opens in Sydney

Bar Patrón by Rockpool is the latest venture in the Rockpool Dining Group portfolio, a collaboration with Patrón tequila curating a bespoke spirits collection, including exclusive and special edition tequilas.

Taking over the space previously occupied by Café Ananas in Circular Quay, the venue is set to combines authentic Mexican flavours with Australian produce and and tequila-based cocktails by Patrón.

The interior design by Grant Cheyne delivers hints of elegant Mexican haciendas, Caribbean and Creole bungalows and sub-tropical Queenslander timber homes. A simple white palette is complemented with lush greenery and soft Italian leather upholstery in warm orange and red tones. Retro bronze and glass light fittings, and some antique furnishings, add to the residential and colonial vibe.

The menu is overseen by Rockpool Dining Group Culinary Director, Neil Perry and consists of Mexican favourites that are are bold in flavour and approachable in price. Options include snacks such as empanadas, tamales, quesadillas and tacos; soups and small plates of esquites and tostadas; tortas and traditional sandwiches; and larger plates of enchiladas, enmolada con pollo and shared taco platters. A range of pastries and desserts are hand-made on site daily.

Patrón is the exclusive tequila on the drinks menu with a core range of Silver, Reposado and Añejo tequila sitting alongside Roca Patrón and Gran Patrón luxury collections. Five limited and numbered barrel select tequilas have been distilled exclusively for Bar Patrón by Rockpool.

The menu also features the rare Patrón en Lalique Serie 1 and 2. There are just 500 bottles of Lalique Serie 1 worldwide and only 299 bottles of Lalique Serie 2. Each limited-edition crystal decanter costs over AU$10,000.

Cocktails deliver a take on classic Mexican drinks, such as the Paloma, Cantarito and Ponche de Granada. A signature Margarita is available with Silver, Roca or Platinum tequila. For those feeling indulgent, a ‘Millionaire Margarita’ is custom-made tableside and features Gran Patrón Platinum tequila, freshly squeezed citrus juice and a salt and sugar-laced rim.

Take a look at the venue photos below:

Bar Patrón by Rockpool opens to the public on Thursday, 8 March 2018.

Bar Patrón by Rockpool
Address: 2 Phillip Street, Sydney, 2000
Telephone: 02 9259 5624
Opening hours: Monday-Sunday, midday-late
Website: www.barpatron.com.au

Photo Credit: Supplied