Located on the 28th floor of a shopping mall, Ambrosia may have striking views of Victoria Harbour but the décor leans towards the dated and slightly garish. But taste the food, and you’ll want to instantly plan your next visit. Oysters are Ambrosia’s forte, and an order of four no.1 size mollusks from Ireland, France, Spain and South Africa—though varieties extend to New Zealand, Australia and the USA too—attests to that. Served with a knowledgeable introduction by the staff, on a bed of shaved ice only adorned with a slice of lemon, each shellfish is flawlessly shucked and beautifully fresh, the flavours ranging from salty and smooth to sweet and plump. Pan-fried Cornish crab cakes with salmon roe are the perfect follow-up to offset their brininess. To accompany the seafood is an impressive wine list or, should you be so inclined, a good selection of affordable cocktails. Service is expert and attentive—one more reason to glance over the not-so-impressive ambience, and lure you back time and again.