Rocas Experience

4.3597 Reviews#63 in Restaurants

Rocas Experience in Protaras, Cyprus, is a splendid blend of Mediterranean fusion cuisine crafted by the talented Chef Andrew Tzo. Known for its refined simplicity and innovative creations, Rocas Experience offers an unforgettable dining adventure. The menu is a testament to fresh ingredients and culinary artistry, sure to satisfy diverse cravings. The restaurant is complemented by an extensive bottle menu, unique cocktails, and a well-curated wine list, enhancing the overall gastronomic journey​​.

What makes it special

Enjoy delicious food with fantastic selections like the eggplant dop prepared at your table

Experience attentive and friendly service in a romantic beachfront setting

Savor an evening of good music and nice setup overlooking the beach

The Ambiance and Location

Rocas Experience is not just about food; it’s a holistic sensory experience. Perched above the picturesque Protaras beach, it offers breathtaking views of the Mediterranean Sea. This ideal setting makes the Lounge a social hotspot, perfect for enjoying a chilled glass of wine, indulgent cocktails, and soulful melodies. It’s a place where time slows down, and the beauty of the coast can be savored in full glory​​.

Rocas Experience Menu

Raw Specialties

The menu at Rocas Experience starts with a selection of raw specialties, highlighting fresh and innovative seafood preparations​​.

Appetizers

There’s a variety of appetizers, including the chef’s famous Taramaz and the delightful Fried Baby Calamari, offering a perfect start to the meal​​.

Pasta & Risotto

Their pasta and risotto section includes mouth-watering options, combining traditional techniques with a unique twist​​.

Main Course

The main course features a selection of fish, including Sea Bass, Sea Bream, and Grouper. Meat lovers can relish the Rocas Prime Uruguayan Angus Beef Burgers and other meat selections​​.

Sides & Vegan Options

There are also sides and vegan options available, catering to a variety of dietary preferences​​.

Desserts

For dessert, guests can indulge in a range of sweet treats, promising a delightful end to the meal​​.

Drinks

The drink menu includes their own blend of coffee, signature cocktails like the ‘Rocas Martini’, and a selection of beers, wines, and bubbles​​​​​​.

Events and Operating Hours

Rocas Experience hosts various events, adding to its appeal as a social destination. The restaurant operates during the long summer season, from April to November, open daily from 9 am to 1 am​​​​.

Contact Details and Reservations

  • Phone: +357 97 511000
  • Email: reservations@rocasexperience.com
  • Address: 23 Lefkolas, Protaras, Paralimni 5296, Cyprus

 

Ello says

For a more personalized experience, consider making reservations beforehand to ensure availability

Try out different dishes as there are mixed reviews on specific items; ask for recommendations from staff

Visit during sunset for an atmospheric dining experience by the sea

Reviews

Google reviews sit at 4.3 from 513 reviews, while Tripadvisor is at 4.0 from 84, so the response looks consistent across both sources. Recent comments most often mention the food, the service, and the atmosphere.

Google
Google513 reviews
4.3/5
Tripadvisor
Tripadvisor84 reviews
4.0/5

Google rating breakdown

5 stars360
4 stars53
3 stars26
2 stars19
1 star55
5/5

LuDster

12 October 2025from GoogleGoogle

Such a cool Sea-front Bar 👍 It's really nicely designed and well layed out with lots of Tables and Seats (not like your typical 'chavvy' Beach Bar) 😉 It has a very relaxed 'vibe' about and plays good music, the kind of place you could spend all day there (if the wife would let me 🤪). Service is quick and friendly, drinks are nice and prices are good. We didn't try the food (this time) but what I saw looks really good and smelt great👍 Deffo a great place to go, whether you're alone, in a couple, a family or a group 👍😎

3/5

Tom M

11 July 2025from GoogleGoogle

Mixed feelings on the restaurant we visited last night. Booked through it's website easily for a table. Ambiance was luxurious and service quick. Asian Fusion mostly in high prices compared to portion size. 2 of our four dishes the pasta and the beef ragu was excellent but the other two a salad and a prawn risotto waa average.

4/5

Mishell Leong (Mis-Hell)

19 October 2025from GoogleGoogle

Great food, great cocktails, great service and atmosphere plus view. Absolutely loved it all! We had the sashimi Hamachi - it was super fresh and generously cut. The Fish Tostadas were absolutely spot on. Catch of the day was a local Seabass (wild caught) - served with grilled veg and potatoes - couldn’t fault it! Highly recommend this place! Special mention to our very charming waiter - Andrian - he was super helpful and very very careful at deboning our fish plus providing great service.

2/5

Will Magowan

2 August 2025from GoogleGoogle

Came here tonight with my wife for our wedding anniversary meal. On arrival we got seated at a beautiful sea view table, from there it started to miss all of our expectations. Ordering drinks my wife asked for a Wine “spritzer” and was told by the server it’s not available. She would have to order separately which isn’t an issue, however the server couldn’t recommend a sweet Rose from the menu which doesn’t promote confidence. Upon selecting a wine herself, she was told that it wasn't Rose and was in fact white wine. After the server was corrected we eventually got our drinks. Both starters were nice, although I ordered the Mediterranean Tostado's which are made up of the fish of the day. At no point were we told what the fish of the day was, either on ordering or when the food was served. For our Main, my wife ordered the Mushroom Risotto and asked to add chicken, she was told that’s not possible. This was the first ever establishment we have eaten that couldn’t add some chicken into a risotto for us. Due to having multiple chicken dishes on the menu, it’s an easy fix for the chef. I ordered a Prawn risotto, which when arrived the presentation was beautiful, however again the Prawns still had the Poo tract in place. They hadn’t been prepared correctly which left me to clean them out while trying to enjoy my food. Both dishes were very poorly seasoned and we had to ask for salt just to try and enjoy it. My wife had a few mouthfuls and couldn’t eat anymore, due to the amount of Truffle oil used. When I asked a waitress for the bill, our plates were taken and not once did we get asked how our food was, and if it was okay. Due to the amount of food left over it would be clear to see that there is issues, however we weren’t asked. This is one of the worst experiences we have had in such a beautiful restaurant. We were both very excited and the ambiance and music set a really good mood. However the service and food issues removed any real enjoyment. Better attentive service would have given us opportunities to raise the issues, however, this was missing. Would never visit again.

5/5

Thomas Frehner

19 October 2025from GoogleGoogle

This place was recommend to us by a local friend. Very friendly service and nice ambiance. We had yummi Sashimi followed by the daily catch 🐠 and baklava as a dessert. Clearly one of our favorites here!

5/5

Alen Rojo

26 October 2025

I tried the salmon poke and it was delicious, with fresh ingredients and a beautiful presentation. The restaurant has a very pleasant atmosphere, ideal for both a quiet meal and going out with friends. The service was excellent—fast, friendly, and attentive. Without a doubt, this is a place I will return to try more dishes. Highly recommended.

5/5

Nemanja Rakita

3 October 2025

Perfect view over the see. Food is fusion of Asian and Mediteranian style. Perfect for our taste! Exelent service, coctails are also very nice. If you are in area do not miss this spot.

5/5

Britta Diedrich

2 November 2025

Excellent sea food. We had sea bas crudo and octopus carpaccio as starters and tomapork and eggplant later for main. Service was exceptional friendly.

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