Belmont Seafood Restaurant’s Western Rock Lobster Dishes Win Over Readers
The Cray Seafood & Grill Restaurant in Belmont topped a WA readers’ poll, with its signature Western Rock Lobster Mornay winning strong local praise.
THE WA restaurants serving our favourite western rock lobster dishes have been revealed, with the narrowest of margins separating the venues we’re most cray-cray about.
The Cray Seafood & Grill Restaurant in Belmont took out top spot, securing 140 out of 970 votes by readers.
It pipped The Lobster Pier in the Perth CBD by just one vote.
In all, 110 eateries were nominated, highlighting the tasty crustacean’s popularity.
When it came to best-loved dishes, most punters wanted to sink their claws into the lobster mornay at The Cray, which owners Tejas and Mayur Patel opened in 2003.
They Cray’s lobster mornay in all its mouthwatering glory. Credit: David Baylis/Community News
Tejas said they entered the hospitality industry after coming across many exclusive seafood restaurants that only offered good produce or provided good customer service but were extremely expensive.
“Serving seafood is a delicate process that requires passion and skill,” he said.
“We wanted to take pride in serving the finest local seafood coupled with a memorable dining experience which provides value for money.
“The restaurant has been very popular since it opened and this is due to our staff and loyal customers who keep coming back from as far as Yanchep to Collie.”
Tejas attributed the lobster mornay’s popularity to a secret sauce made fresh in house each day.
North-siders will be happy to hear the Patels are launching a second restaurant, due to open in Innaloo at the end of July.
Community News’ ‘Make WA Day Cray Day’ competition winner is Michael Giles-Duffy, of Halls Head, who receives two tickets to the Abrolhos Long Table Lunch at the Shore Leave festival in Geraldton, including boat transfers and two nights’ accommodation, along with 10 live lobsters to feast on courtesy of the Western Rock Lobster Council.
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The Cray Seafood & Grill Restaurant, Belmont
Frequently Asked Questions
Which Belmont seafood restaurant won the readers’ vote?
The Cray Seafood & Grill Restaurant in Belmont secured first place in the readers’ poll, receiving 140 out of 970 votes.
What is the most popular lobster dish at The Cray?
The Western Rock Lobster Mornay was highlighted as one of the restaurant’s most popular dishes. It is known for its fresh lobster and house-made mornay sauce.
Where is The Cray Seafood & Grill Restaurant located?
The restaurant is located in Belmont, Western Australia, and serves customers from across Perth and surrounding areas.
Why is The Cray’s lobster mornay so popular?
The dish combines quality Western Rock Lobster with a secret sauce that is prepared fresh in-house. Its rich flavour and presentation have made it a customer favourite.
Does The Cray serve other seafood dishes?
Yes. The Cray Seafood & Grill Restaurant offers a broad selection of seafood and grilled dishes, including lobster, fish, prawns, oysters and seafood platters.