A new South and Southeast Asian wine bar and restaurant has opened on the Rose Bay waterfront, introducing a regional menu and wine offering to the area.
Background and Location
Rasa House is now operating at 639B New South Head Road, Rose Bay. The venue is situated beside Jewel on the Bay, a restaurant long established in the area. Officially launched in July 2025, Rasa House marks a new hospitality venture for the founder, whose family has a background in the Sydney dining scene.
Menu and Sourcing
The 60-seat venue serves dishes influenced by Indian, Indonesian, and Nepalese cuisines. The name “Rasa” references both flavour and essence in Indonesian and Hindi. The share-style menu features items such as Java-style squid with burnt chilli and lime mayo, yellowfin tuna ceviche with lemongrass and bird’s eye chilli, lamb shank boti with pomegranate, and Nepalese dumplings in coconut gravy.
Produce is sourced from local providers including The Fish Market at Maroubra and Field to Fork. Fresh herbs such as mint, rosemary, and turmeric are grown at a nearby community garden in Rose Bay.
Drinks Offering and Design
The beverage list includes small-batch wines and natural selections from Australia, Spain, France, Germany, Morocco, and South Africa. Cocktails offer adaptations of classic styles, such as a Singapore Sling, Lychee Margarita, and Japanese Tea Old Fashioned.
The interior features earthy finishes and custom murals by Sydney artist Mali Pilgrem Blasco. Alfresco seating provides direct views over Rose Bay Marina and Shark Island.
Operations and Bookings
Rasa House is open from Wednesday to Monday. Weekend service begins at 12 p.m., with weekday hours starting at 5 p.m. and running late into the evening. The restaurant is closed on Tuesdays.
Bookings can be made online or by phone. A 10 per cent surcharge applies for group bookings of six or more. For larger gatherings of 12 or more, patrons are advised to contact the venue directly.
Community Impact
Rasa House introduces a new waterfront dining option to Rose Bay, which is often described as quieter compared to neighbouring suburbs. The venue’s presence adds variety to the local hospitality offering and may attract increased visitation to the area.
Looking Ahead
Rasa House is now open for regular service and group functions. Its location and culinary focus aim to broaden the local dining landscape while maintaining ties to community-based sourcing.
Published 24-July-2025
