Delightful spot on Manly beach. It's very pretty inside, with ceiling to floor windows showcasing a…read morespectacular view of the ocean. I highly recommend their affogato!

Our tour guide and countless Redditors said to eat at The Pantry when in Manly. That said, it is a…read morepopular spot and with the restaurant being on the smaller end, it's best to make a reservation. We were lucky to secure a booking for 1:00P on the day of. Their menu is considered modern Australian with an Italian flair, which is an interesting fusion of cuisines. They have tapas, entrees (appetizer size), mains (larger portions) and sides, which can be shared amongst the table or paired with a main to make for a more filling meal. + GRILLED TASMANIAN OCTOPUS (A$28): The four of us shared this and it turned out to be a tantalizing appetizer! Three meaty tentacles and one flat piece were served on top of n'duja (spreadable pork sausage) with pipes of lime confit on the side. This was my first time having n'duja, which had a smoky flavor from Calabrian chilis that paired well with the grilled taste of the tender octopus. The lime brightened up the dish with citrusy notes. + SEAWEED PRAWN PILLOWS (A$22): While tasty, if I tasted these blindly, I probably wouldn't think of shrimp and seaweed being the two main ingredients. The shrimp and seaweed were finely minced and made into a batter which was then fried into a fritter. They were crispy and light with a soft mochi-like texture inside. Salt on the plate enhanced the flavor even more. + SNAPPER FILLET (A$44): The snapper was delicate, moist and had a wonderfully seared skin. It came topped with a few zucchini blossoms, but that was the extent of the dish, so I'd recommend ordering a side with this. It was placed on a pool of creamy white sauce (which may have incorporated Jerusalem artichoke as noted on the menu) and dollops of black garlic sauce came on top. Unfortunately, I didn't care for the black garlic which had a very earthy flavor that I found too strong and off-putting for the mild fish. The four of us shared a side of BROCCOLINI (A$14) which was a great pairing with all of our mains. It tasted super fresh since the stems still had a nice snap to them. They were simply tossed with extra virgin olive oil, sliced almonds and chili for a hint of heat. My dad enjoyed their spatchcocked chicken and my sister was happy with her sirloin steak. The steak was cooked more than the medium that she requested, but it was still delicious and had a zesty salsa verde. Overall, we had a lovely lunch here. Our meals were wholesome and I could tell that everything was fresh and of pristine quality. This restaurant is right on the beach, so we enjoyed a direct view of the water, giving this spot a beachy vibe with casual elegance.

Wonderful food and a sensational view overlooking the beach at Clifton Gardens, just around from…read moreTaronga Zoo. For entree I had the Yamba prawns in garlic, chilli, lemon, parsley and smoked capsicum powder. Was perfection on a plate. My main was Barramundi with scallops, clams, mussels, sweet potato 'bouillabaisse', and a sourdough chip. A really pleasant dish. Others had the whole snapper which looked amazing. The service was attentive without being annoying. It's on the pricier end but it's well worth it for a special occasion or when friends are visiting. I had the barramundi

Coming to Ripples for dinner felt like going for a special dinner at an exotic, faraway place…read moreduring a holiday. The walk from the parking lot to the restaurant involves walking down a gentle slope surrounded by parklands, the path lit up by lights spaced apart evenly, and the magnificent views of the quiet and pristine Chowder Bay can be seen once you reach the restaurant. The restaurant is housed in a historical house overlooking the bay and out to Vaucluse - a view of the harbour you wouldn't usually see. The vibe was modern, a little rustic, quiet and magical. Exactly like being on holidays. I didn't feel like I was in Australia (until a rowdy table of 12 arrived!!!). Friendly service and very accommodating staff. Service was slower when the restaurant filled up. Quality food and the servings are massive!!! Especially the mains. We had the blue eye cod and the beef tenderloins and neither of us could finish. The risotto was rich and perfectly cooked. All in all, great for the views and calm vibe.

Been here a few times now & the food & service are always good. Tonight was no exception, my…read morehusband had the pulled pork burger on a brioche bun with 'homemade' coleslaw, it was hot with plenty of filling. The side of fries were crisp & the right amount if salt. I had the warm lamb salad, which is delicious. 2 skewers of spiced lamb on a bed of mixed lettuce, onion, cucumber, tomatoes, olives, feta with toast & Tzatziki, good portion & extremely tasty. Reasonable prices. Well worth s visit, as they do great breakfasts too!

16, The Strand use to have one of the first restaurants at the Strand which was a little French…read morerestaurant called Le Bastion, nestled in between all the fish and chip shops. For some time now it has been On Shore Brassiere and I am told by the manager it has been Onshore for over 20 years. This is the first time we have eaten here and my husband decides he would like to smash a D.I.Y omelette to prepare him for the rugby finals that are screening later on tonight. Hes very happy with his choice and says the flavours are not definite but its satifying. I'm trying to decide between a light breakfast or hot breakfast and as I watched the fitness groups working out across at the road and watch all the runners pass by. I decide for just wholemeal toast and one of those pots of chinese tea. Then I remember I have been here once before with girlfriends on a late night dessert mission and wonder if it's too early to have a Spumone which is a coffee/hazelnut chocolate gelato as I ask the waitress I forget about all the fitness going around me and decide its 11am and its hot so gelato is the only option. On Shore is not winning any awards for its food however it meets expectations and it's a pleasant roomy cafe so nice to lounge back and enjoy the views and watching the world go by.

An absolute delight to come visit Jan and the team…read more It is the premier goto restaurant in Sydney. Its firmly entrenched as number one from its superb service, food and marque location. On a sunny day on the balcony with Sydney Icons and water as your backdrop you cannot beat it. We come primarily for the service from Jan and the wonderful team and also the superb food from the kitchen. Tim and Emma.

Absolutely exceptional in every way. Will return, again and again...each time I visit Sydney…read more Couldn't fault the service. The food was exceptional, and the view stunning. Highly recommend!! ++

Angeleea waited on us and she was AMAZING.My friend and I were here on December 17, 2017 and we…read moreexperienced the BEST SERVICE in Sydney. Over the top service. Our lovely waitress not only gave us excellent food recommendations, but she even showed me a map of where we needed to walk to find some fresh flowers for the crematorium. We are just tourists and have no clue where to go, and it was so nice to have a helpful person. NOW...THE FOOD. Oven baked scallops with clam meat, garlic butter and flatbread. Holy cow! Delish, and just the right amount. Loved the presentation in the pretty white shells. Next we tried the fried squid with squid ink aioli. Again another great little meal. Very crisp and tasty. Hot. Cheese. Dip. YESSSSS!!!! This is the one thing on the menu that we saw on their website that made us want to come here in the first place. A hot sizzling iron plate of gooey white cheese, served with warm toasty flatbread. YUM. Elegant atmosphere and a great view of Darling Harbour. Very impressive place.

This place has closed. COVID has hit a number of restaurants in the Sydney area hard. Make sure to…read moreask a local before going as websites like Yelp or Google might not have the latest information. If the last review is old, beware.

Outstanding experience; excellent wine suggestions Reservations a must…read more Small but accomodating dining space , service was attentive with helpful suggestions exploring local seafood items. All dishes were beautifully executed and presented.

The food was brilliant flavor. The sampler plate for one starter was a pretty plate of tasty…read morevariety. Daily special of chowder and then Snapper with Greek salad. Snapper was baked, just delicious. Very small space but quaint, nicely decorated theme; staff was very friendly.

Have eaten here a few times over the last 10 years. It had been awhile since the last time so was…read moreexcited to go again and sit at the cook station seats and watch the chefs work. If you have never sat there I'd recommend asking for a seat there. Started with the scallop appetizer. Delicious Thai papaya salad served in a scallop shell topped with a lovely scallop. Would get again. For my entree I selected the T-Bone. Ordered medium rare and it was served more on the rare side. This was fine for me as I had half of it leftover so when I reheated it it was closer to medium without being over cooked. I love the spinach served with their steaks. The servers all work very hard. It's a pretty big space that they need to cover. My water glass was refilled twice without me having to ask.

Absolutely beautiful food Great experience. Thank you for always taking care in preparation of…read moreDinner menu

My local colleagues took a bunch of us US folks to dinner here while we were in town for meetings…read more This place is awesome. It overlooks Sydney Harbor, Luna Park, Sydney Harbor Bridge and Sydney Opera House. The views are spectacular especially at night. Service was very good and the food was delicious as well. Definitely a special occasion restaurant. I started with the SEARED SCALLOPS, - Jerusalem artichoke, pipi veloute, broad bean, dill. The scallops were cooked perfectly. Seared outside, soft inside. Loved the pea sauce around the scallops. For my entree, I had the PINK SNAPPER - prawn bisque, heirloom carrot and ginger puree, spring onion. The fish was nicely cooked, soft and tender. Loved the carrot and ginger puree. And the crispy onions on top added a good texture element. We also had some sides. All were good. TRIPLE COOKED POTATOES, roast capsicum relish FRIES, onion salt, chive mayonnaise I was too full for dessert so I just had their tea served with petit fours. There were three cute bites in a little box. Two cookies and a chocolate. All were very tasty. This is a wonderful restaurant and definitely worth the drive over to Lavender Bay. You can also take the ferry as there is a stop right outside the restaurant.

It's a lovely restaurant in a stunning location, food was amazing and staff were wonderful, can't…read morewait to come back.