A family-run restaurant in the picturesque harbour town of Emsworth, 36 on the Quay offers modern European menus and intimate but relaxed private dining. If you’re looking to celebrate an occasion with an exclusive meal, you’ve found a strong contender in 36 on the Quay. You’ll find it in a quant 17th-century grade II-listed cottage on the Quay, overlooking Emsworth Harbour. The private dining room accommodates 8-13 guests in an intimate room decorated in soft neutral tones and deep luxurious blues that reflect the views over the water.
Led by Gary and Martyna Pearce, the restaurant offers an informal atmosphere but with fine dining quality. Picture pristine white tablecloths, delicate dishes, and friendly unobtrusive service. It’s an ideal location for an anniversary dinner, birthday celebration, or engagement announcement with the family. Plus, you can decide on the table arrangements - either oval or rectangular - and leave the rest to the experienced team.
As for the food, 36 at the Quay served predominantly modern European fare, but with some Asian influences peppered through. For group and private dining, you can opt to stick with the a la carte menu, go for a seasonal set menu, or - if you’re really celebrating - go for a tasting menu with the option to include a specially designed wine pairing. Dishes have included hand-dived Greenstraight scallops with smoked eel and elderflower; wild turbot with radish and parsley root; and prime cuts such as Japanese A5 Kobe beef with leek and smoked mushroom.
The desserts are where the playful character of the restaurant shines. Think blackberry parfait, with meringue and apple jelly, and coconut Mai Tai panna cotta with caramel rum. Just don’t overlook the signature dessert - ‘36’s chocolate kiss’ with hazelnut and caramel - and be sure to take a peek at the 250 bottles on the brilliantly curated wine list.