Quay Bar

Went here last night for a few after work drinks, and when I say a few I mean many… Many many!
The location is quite nice, you get a nice breeze off the water and the outdoor area is buzzing.
It is rather pricey. $ 16 for a couple of beers is steepish. Anything above that and you’re into the $ 40 shouts. I won’t fault them on this though, as you are in a hot spot in the city, and that’s what places charge. Just wanted to point it out, so people looking for a cheap night can realise the spend.
The service was so-​so. Some staff are good whilst others weren’t speedy and you are only as good as your weakest link when it gets busy. So you could be waiting a while to get served at bar.
The men’s toilet is dreadful. Tucked down a dank hallway — it is both tiny, and smelly.
Overall it’s a pretty good place to chill out, especially after work as it is nearby, and the place draws a good crowd. However, as noted, they have some areas to improve on in service and facilities.

Quay Bar is a great place to meet after work or pre-​night out for a few drinks. There’s no denying the location is awesome — a bustling little bar, smack bang in the middle of the street outside (& inside) Customs House. Drinks and food are pretty average though.
It’s easy to have a good time but don’t expect anything special beyond the actual location.

Caught up with a couple of friends here a few days ago for drinks and a bite to eat.
Was nice to sit out in the sunny courtyard and have a few drinks. Food was typical bar type fare. Nothing overly spectacular but nothing to complain about either.
Felt like it might be a bit of a tourist trap being so close to Circular Quay but seemed like there was a fair few «locals» there grabbing lunch.
Not a bad place to go if you’re in the area.

Good for drinks but terrible for food service. We had a work lunch there two weeks ago and when I asked for no mayonnaise on my burger they said they couldn’t make any modifications. What the heck? It’s not like I was asking for a massive change or new ingredients. I just wanted them to omit something. They flat out refused, evidently the chef had let them know that he wasn’t doing any modifications that day. The burger was good after I scraped off all the mayo. Luckily I didn’t have any food allergies though– you just wouldn’t be able to eat there if so.
I’ll still go for an after work drink but would never eat there again. Worse than the usual mediocre Australian service if you ask me.

The Quay Bar at Customs House at Circular Quay is a great place for a drink or bite especially on a nice sunny day. Inside is nice enough but when you have the opportunity to sit out in the sun with a meal or a drink then for me, that will always win over.
Happy with our decision my companion and I grab a high table and over a drink have a quick squiz over the menu. There’s enough options to choose from and I can’t go past trying the arancini balls, my fellow dinner the salt and pepper squid.
It’s in a busy area just across from the train and ferry stations at Circular Quay and the constantly over populated McDonalds near by but it’s pleasantly a lot quieter in this pathed courtyard than you might think.
With a spring in my step and the sun shining I decide this might be a good spot to start a walk (crawl even!) around the Rocks. I may even do the full circle and come back to The Quay Bar. If not today, then certainly another day.

Quay bar is a charming place to just chill out and have fun with friends. It’s allure comes from it’s open and friendly atmosphere, so if you enjoy a hearty get together then this might just be the perfect place for you. Their food and wine is sumptuous. There is also no lack of options to choose from since they provide a sweeping assortment of various food and beverage options. To top it all off, their accommodating staff make you feel like a truly valued customer even if it’s your first time there. Happy Hour is between 4pm and 6pm (Yay! $ 5 beers) Monday to Thursday.