What girl doesn’t love to be wined and dined in style? And when it comes to world class seafood restaurants Sydney stands amongst the very best cities in the world to quaff a half on the half shell or beluga up your sesame seed wafer. Gentlemen…. here is the Crown escort’s guide to the very best in Sydney seafood restaurants.
1 Rockpool
Rockpool is a world class restaurant. It would hold its own in London, Paris or New York. It’s one of those places where you instantly feel like a celebrity even if you aren’t one. And you are almost sure to rub shoulders with a few who actually are. Rockpool is home to some of Sydney’s finest chefs including Neil Perry and Phil Wood, who work only with the very finest seafood. With its gorgeous interior, thick white table clothes, and impeccable service, Rockpool will leave you with an experience to remember. Try the Bass Grouper ‘ginger and shallot’ with puppies and buckwheat for example. (2-9252-1888)
2 Doyles on the Beach
Fish and chips is a standard of any human being with a sense of joie de vivre and a general lust for life and Sydney cooks up the very best on the globe at the legendary Doyles on the Beach. With a pedigree dating back to 1885 this family run restaurant sits on the gentle shore of beautiful Watson’s Bay offering up ocean views and a relaxed atmosphere. Don’t expect to pay local chip shop prices but do expect the very best quality seafood available. (2-9337-2007)
3 Boathouse on Blackwattle Bay
Oysters are the speciality at Boathouse on Blackwattle Bay. The menu offers up to ten different types of our little shelled friends from all across Australia. On the menu you will find no less than ten different types of Australian oysters. But if molluscs just aren’t your thing, you can’t go wrong with the Roast Cone Bay Barramundi. With three full walls of full-length windows overlooking Blackwattle Bay with truly spectacular views. The Boathouse has a cozy indoor fireplace which makes this a romantic winter setting for a delicious night out. (2-9518-9011)
4 Mohr Fish
Mohr Fish is more like your classic hippie. But oh what a chippie. Nestled in the heart of cooler than thou Surry Hills, Mohr Fish, is a simple and unassuming seafood bar. With only about a four tables inside and stainless steel bench-top it is a local favourite with the discerning seafood aficionado. Warning – it can get a bit busy at lunchtime bt the wait is worth it. With a daily changing menu based on seasonal availability and quality you will always have a great meal.
The local favourite is the beer-battered flathead and chips. (2-9318-1326)
5 Fish Face
Fishface in Double Bay is not your average fish ‘n’ chip shop – with tall tables and high chairs and expertly prepared classic dishes it’s an absolute local favourite. Fishface has the best quality fresh and sustainable seafood and the best napkins in Sydney. (2-9332-4803)
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