The Rook - Sydney

Who doesn't like a great meatball sandwich? This place has relatively cheap food that is super tasty. The staff has always been super friendly when I have been there which is a plus.

Had lunch here today. Tuesdays they make your sandwich or salad a combo for free so got a free bottled water and rosemary fires--awesome. I had the Geisha salad--chicken meatballs on iceberg. It was great and reasonably priced. I LOVE meatballs--big fan and these ones did not disappoint. Great spot for lunch--definitely recommend it :)

OMC? OMG! The food here connects not only with your tastebuds but with the soul. Like so many immigrant cultures, I grow up in one where the humble meatball was a symbol of home and family; I have so many wonderful memories of meatballs on the lunch or dinner table. I've now visited OMC twice. The first time, I tried the basic balls with ragu and parmesan - I wanted to conjure up childhood memories of family gatherings and it did not disappoint. The meatballs were soft and juicy and the ragu was nicely slow-cooked with a mature flavour. The parmesan was freshly grated. YUM. The second time, I joined the crowd (I mean "crowd" literally - office workers line up at this joint during peak hours, so watch out) and ordered a "hero". Still longing for nostalgia though, I ordered the "Mamma's Balls", which was similar to the basic balls I ordered on my previous visit but with provolone cheese instead of parmesan, and the balls are served in a bun. YUM YUM. My mouth is watering writing this review. Go here if you want good food. Enough said.

EAT THESE BALLS!!! I'm a tough critic when it comes to any food that my mother makes, but OMC makes THE BEST MEATBALLS I'VE EVER TASTED, apart from my mother's of course. It all comes down to the sauce and the brioche bun, which is pure amazeballness!! It's generally always busy, but don't let that put you off, the line moves quickly and the balls come out just as quick. All are well priced, as are the sides. Make sure you try the Salted Caramel Cookie Shake too! The staff are super friendly and the vibe is very upbeat. I can't recommend OMC highly enough - I'd eat there everyday if I could!

The thought and creativity that has been put into these flavoursome meatball creations is amazing. The flavour combinations will blow you away. I've had several and my favourites are "You Beaut" which has beef balls, mushroom gravy, OMC bbq sauce, caramelised onions, swiss cheese, bacon bits, served on soft brioche and the "Miss Saigon" Salad Bowl with vegetable balls, peanut dressing pickled cucumber, shredded carrot, coriander, served on shredded iceberg lettuce .I love that there is a choice of having them on a bun (hero) or as a salad if you feels like fewer carbs. The Fries Poutine are outstanding and worth every calorie as are the shakes and ice creams. Go there you have to taste them!