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Quay Frommer's Exceptional

Cuisine Contemporary
Hours Mon-Fri noon-2:30pm; daily 6-10pm
Location On the upper level of the Overseas Passenger Terminal, Circular Quay West, The Rocks, In the Rocks
Transportation CityRail, bus, or ferry: Circular Quay
Reservations Reservations recommended well in advance
Phone 02/9251 5600
Web site www.quay.com.au
Prices Main courses A$38 (US$34/£17). A$6 (US$5.40/£2.70) per-person surcharge on public holidays
Credit Cards AE, DC, MC, V

Frommer's Review

With its enviable location on top of the cruise-ship terminal, Quay offers another of the loveliest views in the city, and some feel that it's Sydney's best restaurant (though I prefer Tetsuya's). In good weather, the sun sparkles off the water and through the large windows; the Opera House, city skyline, North Shore suburbs, and Harbour Bridge all look magnificent. At night, when the city lights wash over the harbor and bridge and the Opera House's sails are lit up, the view is even better. Chef Peter Gilmore's menu is a revelation of French, Italian, and Australian ideas. Signature dishes include crisped pressed duck with garlic purée and porcini mushrooms, and seared yellowfin tuna with tomato jelly, roasted eggplant, and basil oil. This restaurant has tempted all of Sydney's big-name visitors.

Note: This information was accurate when it was published, but can change without notice. Please be sure to confirm all rates and details directly with the companies in question before planning your trip.


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