Lowenbrau Keller, The Rocks, Sydney

Lowenbrau Keller, located in the heart of The Rocks, a place where Sydney begun, is renowned for its authentic Bavarian food. They offer over 30 flavours of Schnapps,an extensive list of wines, spirits and premixed drinks. Mitch and Joel did us a favor by waiting aimlessly for a table while the rest were waiting for our Princess Suanne. It was 45 minutes of torturous waiting but it was worth waiting.


Schlachtplatte - AUD69
Löwenbräu's Selection of Bavarian Specialities – Sausages, Chicken Schnitzel, Roast Pork Belly,Pork Loins, Pork Knuckle served with Mashed Potato and Sauerkraut

We ordered schlaaachhhtplaatte (no idea how to pronounce it) that is highly recommended after catching a glimpse at every table. The service is commendable and it took no later than 10 minutes for the food to arrive. The pork knuckle fatty meat was tender and juicy and its golden brown crackling was so crispy and flavorsome. Pork is probably the single most important food in Bavaria, closely followed by the potato. The mashed potatoes garnished with pepper was richly creamy and velvety. The sauerkraut, fermented cabbage shreds was also served to provide sour and chewy contrasts to all the grilled protein.However, I didn't quite like it. Chicken Schnitzel was a bit dry yet the texture remained tender. Sadly, the chicken is playing solitaire :( The platter also came with bratwurst (pork sausage) that was delectable and well-flavoured.

The serving is designed for 2 person but it was shared by 4 of us. Two platters for 8 of us were pretty hefty and the thought of having pork again is enough to traumatize me now. So take note, always share the carnivorous pleasure!


Mango Weizen AUD11 for 0.5L, AUD7 for 0.3L
Wheat beer with mango juice

After tucking into mouthwatering Bavarian fare, you might want to wash it down with a glass of authentic German beer. Since my alcohol tolerance is below par, I opted 0.3L Mango Weizen that is popular among tourists. Freshly brewed with large proportion of wheat, it was light with low hop bitterness. The mango juice was added with a twist yet the outcome was refreshing and sweet. Such a waste to have ordered 0.3L.grrrrrr



Sitting on wooden benches at long tables, which give the place a casual and convivial atmosphere, savoring Bavarian's top-notch pork knuckle, swigging beer and singing to loud Bavarian music. Not forgetting the live performance by oom-pah-pah German band which enhances the atmosphere. Well, at least it epitomizes we live to eat. It was a nice gathering with malaysians and singaporeans and the night ended with good karaoke session.

Corner of Playfair & Argyle Streets The Rocks Sydney NSW 2000, Australia
Tel: +61 (0)2 9247 7785

Open 7 days 9am til late
Live entertainment every night from 7pm
Late night menu available every Friday and Saturday 11pm til 2am