Put your hand up if you love seafood…….Me Too!
As a kid our family would frequently go to Doyles at Watson’s Bay for most birthdays during the warmer summer months, and boy was it a treat. I recall when I was 12, a growing boy with a healthy appetite when I tackled the Seafood Platter for Two. I could never knock it off on my own, so Grandma would always be more than happy to help me out. Those were definitely the days…….I certainly miss them.
October was my Birthday, and as I love my seafood I couldn’t think of a better place to have it than Doyles. Other than the seafood, our main concern was the rain and awful weather, so we decided on Doyles @ The Quay. It’s a good spot as it has plenty of cover and is close to Sydney Guylian Belgian Chocolate Cafe’ so needless to say the wife was more than happy.
The weather ended up being perfect, the view of the harbour always sensational on a day like this and the company…..well that goes without saying 
We started with a nice beer & cocktail before kicking off with a bottle of Sauvignon Blanc to nicely compliment a dozen Pacific Oysters. Boy were we impressed!
Peter Doyle at the Quay – Coffin Bay Pacific Oysters
These bad boys were massive although not quite as big as the oysters we get on holidays in Phuket, Thailand which are usually about the size of your palm. Nice and plump with the right amount of lemon juice and pink river salt flakes, this was the perfect way to start our lunch. I’d never eaten oysters before with this type of salt and enjoyed it so much we bought a box to keep at home.
Just as we were finishing up the oyster starter they brought out our cold seafood platter for two. Seriously, how much food can we eat? Apparently a lot as we destroyed this piece of art. Looks good aye?
Cold Seafood Platter for Two
We weren’t expecting oysters on the platter and could probably have done without them after our starter, although we had no problem finishing them off. My wife and I make a good team as she doesn’t like smoked salmon and I’m not a huge lover of mussels, so we traded off quite well.
Being the first time she’s ever eaten lobster, it was another great way to enjoy the day and the seafood. Everything tasted just right and there were no complaints what-so-ever…..we’ll definitely be back and recommend Peter Doyle @ The Quay to anyone. The service was good, not fantastic as I would expect from a restaurant of this calibre and location considering the amount of competition on the area; it wouldn’t prevent me from coming back, that’s for sure.
Next month it’s the wife’s Birthday, so we might be back here or it’s off to Doyles at Watson’s Bay.
Photos by Trent Carpenter
Disclaimer: Food Assault were paying diners at Peter Doyle at The Quay. Opinions are Food Assault’s own.
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I love oysters from Coffin Bay! All the seafood on that platter looks amazing! I feel like having some lobster now and its past midnight haha
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HAHAHA, I get the same way looking at your and other food blogs late at night.
You should try out the seafood platter there….I do think it’s one of if not THE best in Sydney. Where do you go for your fresh seafood?
We love seafood too. My faves are prawns, crab and bugs. Basically shellfish!
Same for me….my favourites are shellfish too. I wish Alaskan King Crab was more readily available though.
I used to love going to Doyles at Wattsons Bay too!
I am such a fan of seafood as well, I love the way all of the dishes are presented, and your pics are great!
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Thanks Julie…..they really do excel on their seafood compared to most Sydney seafood restaurants. I may be biased as it’s perfect for ME however you get everything you want and soooooo fresh.
wowzer! look at that seafood platter! love how vibrant all the seafood looks!
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I know…..it’s awesome hey Shan Shan. I’m looking for the ultimate seafood platter in Sydney and I think I’m going to struggle in beating this one.
It’s so amazingly fresh…..perfect for this time of year! Thanks for stopping by.
That seafood platter looks spectacular!
I don’t think there’s a better one in Sydney……not that I’ve found yet. The eternal search for the seafood platter is something I’m happy with
I’ve also recently tried Nick’s at King Street Wharf…..very nice, however the seafood platter for 2 is barely enough for 1 person. Have you a recommendation for another seafood platter?
Those Pacific Oysters look great! What is better then some delicious Oysters on a hot Sydney Day!? Well I guess a cold seafood platter hehe
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That’s so true Karl. I wasn’t much of an oyster fan until I moved to Thailand……those things are huge and the use of herbs with their fresh oysters gave me a new found respect.
I do love my prawns and crab though!
yum! seafood platter is defs the way to go when we are blessed with such an amazing fresh selection!
That’s for sure! I agree, we truly are spoiled for choice with our amazing seafood. I just had a seafood platter at home last night, some cold/fresh and some BBQ’d. Love it!
Love seafood too! Can there ever be too many oysters? Great way to celebrate.
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To many oysters? Neverrrrrrrrr and agree, a great way to celebrate.
Where’s your favourite seafood restaurant in Sydney Sara?
that platter looks amazing. HBD in advance!
I love their seafood platter, so much to say it’s the best in Sydney IMO.
I just may have it again next month
We all love seafood in our family too! The view is perfect there and the ideal city setting for lovely seafood. Happy NYE!
It certainly is Lorraine; However I prefer the restaurant they have at Watsons Bay, for growing up sentimental reasons too. Even better on the beach on a lovely sunny day.