XIN CHÀO!

Welcome to Rock Yard, Te Aro’s beloved Vietnamese Restaurant since 2016.

Our name honors the family tradition of our owner and head chef, Brian Tran, paying tribute to his stepfather’s legacy.

Our menu takes you on a culinary journey through Vietnam, from south to north, with modern twists on classic dishes that capture the authentic flavors of the streets and alleyways. You’ll also taste the influences of French and Chinese cultures, woven into the fabric of our cuisine.

To complete your experience, pair your meal with our expertly curated wine list, local craft beers, and creative cocktails.

Một, Hai, Ba, Dôôô!... One, two, three, cheers!

Come, join us, and let’s raise a glass to delicious food, warm hospitality,

and the spirit of Vietnam!

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Discover the Great Taste of Vietnam right here in Wellington. From street-style favourites to family-inspired classics, every Rock Yard dinner is cooked with care and served with heart.

SMALL BEGINNINGS

Perfect for plates to share with friends and family

Freshly Rolled Rice Paper Roll

Wrapped with fresh herbs, lettuces, rice noodles. Served with house peanut sauce. Choose: - Prawn (GF, DF, Contains Nut) - Tofu (GF, Vegan, Contains Nut)

2 Rolls

3 Rolls

Vegan

Gluten free

Dairy free

Peanuts

Rice Paper Rolls

Prawn

Tofu

Fried Spring Rolls

3 rolls - Choose: - Pork & Mushroom (DF) - Vegetables (GF, Vegan)

Dairy free

Vegan

Gluten free

Fried Spring Roll

Pork & Mushroom

Vegetables

Pork & Prawn Shumai Dumplings

4pcs - Wild Mushroom, fragrant herbs, sweet & tangy soy sauce. (DF)

Dairy free

Sesame

Soy

Mushroom & Bamboo Dumplings

4pcs - Served with soy dipping sauce. (Vegan)

Vegan

Sesame

Soy

Crispy Calamari

7pcs - With chilli jam ginger sauce. (DF)

Dairy free

Eggs

Crispy Pillows Dumplings

4pcs - Stuffed with roasted buttercup squash with Vietnamese spices & pumpkin seeds. (Vegan)

Vegan

Green Chicken Popcorn

10pcs - Coated in young green sticky rice, served with house chilli mayo. (Dairy Free)

Dairy free

Eggs

Saigon Crunch Eggplant Fritter

4pcs - Crispy golden eggplant fritter, served with rich & creamy Vietnamese style’s smoked paprika vegan cheese sauce. (GF, Vegan)

Vegan

Gluten free

Traditional Tasting Platter

Min 2 people - $16/head - Prawn Rice Paper roll, Crispy Calamari, Pork & Mushrom fried Spring roll, Steamed Pork & Prawn Shumai Dumplings.

2 people

3 people

4 people

5 people

Vegan Tasting Platter

Min 2 people - $16 per person - Tofu Rice Paper roll, Crispy Pillow Dumpling, Vegetables fried Spring roll, Mushroom & Bamboo Dumplings.

2 people

3 people

4 people

5 people

Vegan

Sesame

Soy

BIG FLAVOURS

Beloved favorites that keep our customers coming back!

Crispy Vietnamese Pancake

Lacy thin, crispy crepe-like pancake made from rice flour, coconut milk & turmeric. Stuffed with tofu, mushroom and stir-fried seasonal vegetables. (GF, Vegan)

Gluten free

Vegan

Soy

Braised Five-spices Pork Belly

With soft boiled egg, fresh Granny Smith apple salads & pork crackling. (GF, DF) Best enjoyed with a side of jasmine rice, coconut rice, or roti.

Eggs

Gluten free

Dairy free

Salt & Pepper Prawn

8 King prawns stir-fried with capsicum, carrot, onions, seasonal vegetables. (GF optional, DF) Best enjoyed with a side of jasmine rice, coconut rice, or roti.

Dairy free

Gluten free

Eggs

Yin & Yang Pan-fried Salmon

Marinated with ginger, turmeric & lemongrass. Served with coriander pesto (yin), golden kumara puree (yang) & stir-fried Asian greens. (GF, DF) Best enjoyed with a side of jasmine rice, coconut rice, or roti.

Gluten free

Dairy free

Fish

Sides

Jasmine Rice

Roti

Coconut Rice

Rice Noodles

Chili Lemongrass Chicken

With stir-fried seasonal Asian greens, & classic dipping sauce. (GF, DF) Best enjoyed with a side of jasmine rice, coconut rice, or roti.

Gluten free

Dairy free

Sizzling Shaking Beef

Wok-fried medium-rare Beef Sirloin slices, pineapple, capsicums, tomato & soy pepper garlic sauce. (GF, DF optional) Best enjoyed with a side of jasmine rice, coconut rice, or roti.

Gluten free

Dairy free

Stuffed Tofu Delights

Crispy tofu skin wraps around tender portobello mushrooms stuffed with savory tofu, served with stir-fried Asian greens. (Gluten Free, Vegan) Best enjoyed with a side of jasmine rice, coconut rice, or roti.

Vegan

Gluten free

CURRIES

Rich, aromatic, and soul-warming — best enjoyed with a side of steamed rice, coconut rice, or warm roti to soak up every drop. All curries contain peanuts and cannot be removed.

Chicken Curry

Yellow lemongrass coconut curry with kumara, potato, onion, carrot & seasonal veggies. (GF, DF) Best enjoyed with a side of jasmine rice, coconut rice, or roti.

Gluten free

Dairy free

Peanuts

Tofu & Mushroom Curry

Yellow lemongrass curry, white button mushroom, broccoli, cauliflower, kumara, potato, carrot & seasonal veggies. (GF, Vegan) Best enjoyed with a side of jasmine rice, coconut rice, or roti.

Gluten free

Vegan

Featured

Kaffir Lime Seafood Curry

Grilled Tarakihi Fish, King Prawns & tender Squid in a kaffir lime coconut sauce & seasonal vegetables. (GF, DF)

Gluten free

Dairy free

NOODLES & SALAD

Stir-fried Tamarind Noodles

Stir-fried with sweet & tangy tamarind sauce, tofu, mushroom, seasonal vegetables, fresh coriander, crushed peanuts. (Gluten Free, Vegan)

Gluten free

Vegan

Peanuts

Hue Spicy Beef Noodle Soup

Sliced medium-rare beef sirloin & Vietnamese pork ham in fragrant lemongrass chilli Beef broth with rice noodle, fresh herbs, & coriander - Mild to Hot Spicy. (GF, DF)

Gluten free

Dairy free

Spicy Level

Mild

Medium

Hot Spicy

Vermicelli Noodles

With fried spring roll, thin rice noodle, lettuce, crushed peanut, herbs & Vietnamese traditional dressing. (GF, DF, Contains nuts)

Pork

Chicken

Dairy free

Gluten free

Peanuts

Soy-Glazed Tofu Noodles

With crispy vegetable spring roll, lettuce, fresh herbs, pickled carrot, crushed peanuts & Vietnamese soy dressing. (GF, Vegan)

Gluten free

Vegan

Soy

Peanuts

Chicken Salad

Orange, asian slaws, mango, fresh herbs, coriander, fried shallot, crushed peanut & Vietnamese classic dressing. (GF, DF, Contains nuts)

Gluten free

Dairy free

Peanuts

SIDES

Jasmine Rice

Gluten free

Vegan

Coconut Rice

Gluten free

Vegan

Rice Noodles

Gluten free

Vegan

Roti Bread

Vegan

Peanut Sauce

Vegan

Gluten free

Stir-fried Garlic Bok-choy

(GF, DF, Vegan)

Vegan

Gluten free

Dairy free

Vietnamese Traditional Sauce

A classic Vietnamese dipping sauce made from fish sauce, lemon juice, and sugar — infused with garlic and chilli for a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and savoury. (Vegan Optional)

1.5

Gluten free

Dairy free

Vegan

Vietnamese Traditional Sauce

Fish Sauce

Soy Sauce - Vegan

Fresh Chilli

1.5

Vegan

Gluten free

Rock Yard’s Chilli Sauce

1.5

Gluten free

Vegan

DESSERTS

Traditional Vietnamese sweets with a modern twist

Pandan Cheesecake

Smooth & creamy Pandan cheesecake with subtle hints of Kaffir lime, served with raspberries puree. (GF, Vegetarian) What is Pandan? - Pandan is a tropical plant that is widely used in Asian desserts for its green color and soft aroma. It has grassy, sweet, vanilla aroma with a hint of coconut.