Above the overseas passenger terminal sits Quay. The name alone sends goosebumps down the spine of any foodie; it's always on the 'to try one day' list and anyone who goes must report in full detail to all others.
There are two ordering options - four courses or the eight course degustation. We opted for the four course menu and boarded our ride through flavours, textures and overall food experiences.
The meal began with an amuse bouche - cubes of raw fish in a shot glass... even my non-seafood eating boyfriend downed this one...it was just that good.
I won't detail too much further as the experience from start to finish really needs to be done in person. However, there are both seafood and non-seafood options for diners to choose from for each course.
the lobster is delicious, the crab is phenomenal and the Snow Egg (of Masterchef fame) ... indescribably good - the one dish combines multiple textures, tastes and even temperatures to create a memorable dessert, and one that could not even be matched by another Quay creation - the 8 textured chocolate cake (which melts before the eyes).
Sitting inside on a cool night and facing the Opera House is breathtaking. You can then finish your meal with a drink on the terrace where you're faced with an up close viewing of the Harbour Bridge.
At $165 per head for four courses without wine, an evening at Quay is not cheap - but it certainly an experience and perfect for a special occasion. The restaurant is just that... special.
