Mocean – Bondi Beach
You’d think the main attraction of Mocean would be its view of Bondi Beach but for me it’s the underground bar that makes it interesting.
Located on Campbell Parade, Mocean is a cross between a restaurant and a bar and its website claims the underground level feels like a 1940s New York jazz den. I wouldn’t go that far in describing it but, as the fiery redhead and I discover while going there midweek, it is atmospheric. There’s a guitarist playing covers of songs from the likes of the Foo Fighters and the Beatles, booths along the wall, gilt-edged mirrors, wooden floorboards and a long bar at one end where the redhead orders a margarita while I opt for the almond and pineapple tiki typhoon.
The tiki typhoon has a great name but it tastes like a pina colada (albeit a pretty decent one) to me.
The margarita, however, is good, largely because the bartender squeezes the lime juice herself on the spot, and on the next round we go for two more of them.
The menu has an eclectic (for want of a better word) selection, ranging from pizzas, bruschetta and baby barramundi to the fondue with chorizo, chats and baby carrots (the idea of which freaks me out a bit). We opt for the soft shell crab, which is good – but nothing to write home about.
So why would I go back? Well, it’s largely for the intimate vibe. The service is friendly, the live music (at least during our visit) was great and I’m always happy to drink at a place that squeezes its own lime juice. It may not be New York but Bondi Beach can certainly hold its own.
Mocean, 34a Campbell Parade, Bondi Beach. Open Wednesday to Sunday. Phone 9300 9888 or see the Mocean website for more information.
Now it’s your turn – how do you rate Mocean?
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The Mocean has now apparently changed names, and possibly owners/management- might want to check out what the new bar is like.
Bel: Thanks for letting me know!