I am from the southwestern US and I eat a lot of fish tacos. I spent the morning hiking in from the…read moreSpit and wanted something simple but local for lunch. I found this place on Yelp and had to wait a bit for them to open, so I grabbed a coffee nearby and sat on a bench, enjoying the nice weather. Once they opened, I was the first customer of the day. They have an extensive menu, but the tacos sounded great, so I ordered two. These were exceptional. Not only were they LARGE, but the toppings were full of flavors and textures that accompanied the fresh and fried-perfectly piece of fish on each taco. They were so big that I probably only needed one, but I happily finished two. Solid place and friendly service.

A touristy spot with surprisingly good food. We got seated on a busy Saturday without a…read morereservation; the staff were efficient and the atmosphere was calm but vibrant. I had the fish of the day (reminded me of halibut)--portion could've been bigger, but it was tasty. My friend's ribeye was delicious; I'll likely order a steak next time. Solid choice for a weekend night out.

Always have to get to Manly after arriving in Sydney. Took the ferry over and went straight to the…read moreFish Market. It was the same as our last visit except the prices had increased a bit. Still long lines with happy people. Still only two tables and 99 % takeaway. Just as our last five visits we were lucky enough to grab a table!!! We ordered basically the same as we have on previous visits. Might have ordered one or two more shrimp! We had too much food this time around. We managed to eat all 9 prawns....they were really large...butterflied and crumbed. We also ordered the small chips. Thank goodness, we had too much food. The wait was not too long especially depending on how long the line was. Food always arrives piping hot. The guys that work here are slways helpful and friendly. Recommend picking up some great, reasonably priced seafood and taking to the beach for a nice meal. Will definitely return again this morning nth and hopefully again in January 2025!

The place to get fish and chips in Manly. Love it. Coming back. Super helpful staff, great tasting…read morefish and chips. And great sites.

Hubby and I were waiting on the ferry when we spotted 4 Pines Brewing Company. We naturally headed…read moreover for a pint. We found an open table on the upstairs outdoor patio with a gorgeous view of Manly Wharf. The bar staff took our order and poured our beers quickly. This location was perfect for an afternoon beer!

It's #thurstythursday and #throwbackthursday and I'm reminiscing about visiting my first brewery in…read moreAustralia. I was on an 8hr layover in Sydney on my way to Perth and decided to venture out to Manly via the harbor water taxi. It was in the middle of a hellacious rainstorm, so the ferry ride was definitely "lively". 4Pines Brewpub was the closest brewery to the quay, so I made a run for it and was greeted with a nice beer selection (did a flight #natch ), friendly staff, ample seating (w/a view), and respite from the storm. It was a great way to say g'day to beer in Oz! Definitely recommend stopping by if you're ever in that neck of the woods DownUnder as it is super convenient to the Corso which takes you to Manly Beach. The Draught Kölsch 4.6% The American Amber Ale 5.1% The ESB (Extra Special Bitter) 5.4% The Irish Dry Stout 5.1%

A great place to stop for a drink or snack while wandering the Manly beach area. The interior is…read morebright and open with great water views. Place any orders directly at the bar, or at the food service window and they'll give you a number for everything to be brought to you. We didn't eat here but the drinks prices were reasonable considering the prime waterfront location. Very dog & family friendly as well.

The setting makes this worth the trip. The food and service are solidly four-star. For two, lunch,…read moreAUD 84.7: Roaring Meg Sauvignon Blanc 10.00 San Pellegrino 8.00 Boathouse Salad -- Salmon -- Half Avocado 32 Dory Burger with chips 27 TIP: Counter service with food served at your number-flagged seat TIP: Bikes prohibited from Manly Beach to Shelly on the weekends

We sat down AND then I looked at reviews and wanted to get up BUT so glad we didn't.. it was all…read moredelicious! First, the salmon skin was cooked crispy and delicious while the salmon was flakey and not overdone at all. The option of half fries half salad is delightful (& pretty sure Mr was happy he didn't have to share his fries!) The salad was perfectly coated with a vinagrette dressing. Then.... the fish as chips were tender and fried perfectly! Next the Dutch waiter nice too! Bathrooms were gross... but food awesome!

The Fish Shack is a solid choice for a meal, made better by its great location near the beach…read more Service is very quick. We went at 1pm, so it was well staffed. Even if we needed something, it was super easy to flag someone down and they were able to get whatever we needed quickly. It's a very casual place with a fairly casual menu, and prices start at $15 for a main up to $35 for a plate for two. On average, expect to spend $17-$18 for a main, before drinks or starters. I did love that the cocktail prices were slightly below average for the area! Most cocktails were around $14-$15. Unfortunately, I didn't partake in one to be able to tell you if they were worth the price! We both definitely enjoyed our food. My guy said his soft shell crab was good, and I enjoyed fish and chips. It was a perfect portion, considering I was starving. The chips were actually some of the better ones I've had in this country! I liked the slightly battered taste and texture to them. The fish was super moist, and really crunchy. It might have been closer to 5 stars if the batter had more flavor. The tarter sauce was also good, and I LOVE when a place has ketchup/tomato sauce right on the table and doesn't make me pay for it.

I got a recommendation for this restaurant from the first person I met in Sydney. As a well…read moretraveled connoisseur, I made a point to stop in, as I am wont to do. The service? Excellent. The Ambiance? Upscale whilst low-key. The menu? A master class in excellence and diversity blended seamlessly. Walking in fresh off the ferry, dressed more for adventure than fine dining, I was seated immediately. While I was sipping my sparkling water and perusing the menu, they subtly removed the chair across from mine at my table. As I eat alone these days, this discrete show of respect for the solo dining experience was unexpected and appreciated. An opening volley of well-herbed focaccia and a fernet was swiftly followed by a lovingly shot-prep'd half dozen rock oysters. On to a delightfully well priced bottle of Marlborough Pinot Gris, an offering of some lovely variety of crustaceans called "bugs"in the local vernacular, and a perfectly wood-smoked filet of fish atop crisp green-beans. With this, I would have been a happy diner. But, I pressed on to a panna cotta which defies qualification and a glass of Armagnac which closed out the evening for me. If you're in Sydney, this is a must visit. If you're not in Sydney, this is worth the trip.

(Mainly if you are Asian) The front desk Aussie said "you're not just gon order some nibbles right?…read moreGoing to actually get mains?" And was bit rushing and zero patience in her tonality and delivery when talking to us. Didnt like how she had to even ask that. Even when taking orders, there was a slight sprinkle of condescending speaking. Food is good at least though but bad rng just walking in and getting that person. Also the bites had no bay bugs in them, just mac n cheese. Also had to get to waiter to pay instead of them coming to you.

This place is great! It's located on the ground floor of the Darling Park building, and is part of…read morea food court that is only open 10am-3:30pm, weekdays. It was pretty busy, but there was a lot of seating in the food court. We went there especially to try Catch 22 and it was even better than we expected. We both had the battered fish and chips, and tried the peri-peri mayo. SO good! The other food displayed looked amazing as well, so we are going back next week to try something else. Ask for your fish and chips in a to-go box. In my opinion, fish and chips always tastes better in newspaper or a box! Would definitely recommend this place.

Fast and delicious..in an inside food mall. Gets extremely crowded during lunchtime on weekdays…read morewith the business crowd. Had the mix grill which had the marinated Thai calamari-delicious! Great price for the amount of food you get!

Delicioso! Simple shop but with a range of takeaway grilled, fried, or uncooked fish. Simple fish…read moreand chips is less than $10 but was juicy, fresh, yummy, and ample.

From the owner: Our specialties range from the simple but delicious Fish & Chips to the healthier Grilled Fish to…read morelive lobsters, fresh oysters, sashimis and even the occasional Seafood Platter... From fresh seafood to cooked seafood, we are your one-stop seafood store! Visit us today to enjoy daily specials.

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!

It's been a while, &, thankfully, it's long since closed, for (now, well-advanced) renovation…read more Cynical, arrogant, condescending, disinterested, lacklustre service, at best, complemented by inferior food, mitigated only by a worldclass view. Ironically stuffy, given the uncapitalised-upon fresh air on tap at the beachfront. Grubby. Tired. The Pantry is dead. Long live whatever takes its place.

Went there on a Saturday for lunch with a couple of friends…read more Service was excellent from the young Scottish waiter and Asian waitress - couldn't fault their enthusiasm or service skills. Food was excellent - oysters that were large and creamy and fish perfectly cooked. It's a pretty simple menu actually, but it works. If you don't like fish/seafood this is not the place for you, but if you do then I can highly recommend it. However, oysters are expensive. About $3.80 each. Which means if you want a dozen as an entree it blows the price out quite a bit, but, minimum to order is 4 so you can keep the price down by ordering less. Still, a nice casual atmosphere and a good place to go for a lazy Sunday lunch featuring fresh and well-cooked seafood dishes with good service.

I had the Seafood pie. Came out looking like a Cornish Pastie, unexpected but wound up being a…read moregreat way to eat seafood. The sauce was excellent, the fish and prawns cooked perfectly. Second time I've been here and it didn't disappoint. For a cafe above a shopping mall (Stocklands Balgowlah) this is a serious cut above the standard you would expect. Part of Balgowlah Seafood, which is about the best source of seafood on the Northern Beaches, certainly doesn't hurt.