Ok so this place is funky and cool and the staff are great BUT I was disappointed in the food. The…read morefood wasn't bad...... it just wasn't that exciting. We had the bammies for a stater and they were ok but nothing to rave about. For mains we had the ribs, goat curry, jerk chicken and slaw, fries and dirty rice for sides. The best thing from the above was the fries and slaw. Sangria is pretty good!!!!

What do you do when your friend just came back from a month long holiday through South America and…read morethe Caribbean, and telling you stories of great adventure and all the amazing food she enjoyed? You visit Queenie's of course! The entrance to this place is not easy to spot. You need to go through The Forrester then take the colourful stairs that will lead you to Queenie's. Since it's my first experiencing Caribbean food, I was overwhelmed with choices. The waitress noticed and asked, "Is it your first time here?" To which I replied, "Yes." She recommended the Half and Half where you'd get Jerk Chicken, Jerk Ribs, 2 Grilled Corn, Sweet Potato Fries and Island Slaw. Tender chicken, fall of the bone ribs, grilled corn on the cob covered with shredded coconut and tasty sweet potato fries. Delicious! We also ordered the Voodoo Chicken Wings. Comes with cooling coconut dipping sauce, the chicken wings were deep fried goodness covered in tasty hot sauce. It was finger-lickin', mouth-smackin' good! The staff were warm and attentive. And do try their cocktails. I tried the Kraken & Fresh Apple, it was sweet and refreshing with freshly squeezed apple juice. I left feeling slightly more cultured and I can nod to my friend's Caribbean holiday stories with the feeling that I'd been there too or at least tasted some of it!

What a cute speakeasy-ish type place. I first came here 10 years ago and glad to see they are still…read morearound on my latest visit. Their cocktails are innovative while still holding true to the Caribbean vibe. I'm generally not into tiki type drinks but really get a kick out of this place.

Amazing vibes and very extensive drinks menu. Really cool decor and was not too expensive!!! Great…read morebartenders

Most impressed with the morning tea. Yes steaming , well blended coffee with a good range of…read moretreats. The salted caramel dessert was absolutely creamy and delicious. Each bite melted in my mouth and was a good choice with coffee. My companion had the banana, coconut and strawberry crepe that was incredibly light and yet filling. The duck quacking had our heads turning! It was the signal for the waitress to collect the next ready prepared meal. It made us laugh. Beautifully decorated with a range of chairs and stools. The staff were very helpful and looked the part. I will be back in the evening to try the mains. Tuesday nights - tapas, then free Salsa classes. Might even take this up.

Loved visiting for the happy hour! I had a 5 dollar sangria and it definitely was a great start to…read moremy evening. The restaurant was beautiful and reminded me of Latin feels of home and the Caribbean. The lady who served us was friendly and was eager to strike up a conversation. Definitely worth a visit for happy hour, wish I had time to eat some of the food.

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.

Fantastic service and truly excellent food. This has it all beautiful outdoor seating with an…read moreoceanfront view, stellar food, and wine and excellent service.

Was visiting the beach and needed some grub so I could have energy to dodge all of the bluebottles…read more After looking at Hemingway's menu online, it definitely fit the bill for me. It is literally right across from the beach but still away from the main tourist drag. I took a seat on the beautiful patio and ordered a cider and a salade niçoise and a fondant au chocolat for dessert. The food was fantastic. The salad was great and had that bright, salty bite you expect from salade niçoise. Two complaints though are that the portion was quite small and the pricing was quite high. My dessert was also quite good. Creamy, chocolatey, and just the right amount of sweetness without going overboard. The food paired with the Manly Beach people watching was a great experience and start to a nice beach day.

We've had several big breakfasts at various places in NSW and this one was right up there with the…read moregood ones. I would've liked to have had mushrooms included, like some others have had, but this was all tasty. Service was friendly, we got our coffees quickly, the food was brought out in a timely manner. The price was good. They had plenty of indoor and outdoor seating.

If your party has an "all day breakfast" person and a "never breakfast food" person, this is the…read moreperfect place for you. I had the Greek breakfast, the poached eggs were exactly how I love them. Yolk flowing freely when cut over delicious feta cheese, sourdough bread with perfect pesto, dried tomatoes, and a side of chilies jam to adjust the spice/sweet to your liking. Just perfect! My husband had an Italian sandwich, looked good and he didn't say much, which means it was perfect too! Sorry! We devoured our meal, so we will have to come back to take a picture... or better yet, head there and have some amazing food!

The food was fresh and delicious. The coffee was really good too. They easily accommodated my dairy…read morefree request. The staff were extremely helpful and the right amount of attentive. Even provided water without asking. Nice decor with right level and type of music. Would definitely come back!!

Niiiice vibe, good coffee & deliiish Avo on toast! The…read morebrick facade inside is very San Francisco~ish which we like since that's where we're from. Our server is quite theater like in appearance, just lovely

Good service and great food. I had the salmon eggs with a side of bacon and it was delicious…read more Lovely coffee too.

Nice café in a quiet spot, with a nice courtyard & they serve nice food…read more I was expecting a bit more though as a friend recommended me the place. I'd say it's good and I'd go back if I'm around. I find the large cappuccino overpriced though: $5.15 (there's a 10% surcharge on Sundays and public holidays)

I looooove Açaí bowls, and was craving one whilst in Manly with my little sister, who had never had…read moreone. I settled on this place, and was not disappointed. I went with the classic açaí bowl, which was so refreshing. They had run out of one type of berry, and added extra strawberries instead, which I was delighted about as I love strawberries. My sister had a mint coconut bowl, and she loved it as well; and was also surprised by how filling they were! I tried hers as well and the flavors really shined through- very balanced, not overly sweet, and it was real mint, not cheap mint flavoring. Which we had one of these guys here in California

I grew up in Manly but have lived overseas for five years. When I left Ground Zero was the only…read moreplace I could recall that offered an acai bowl (they still do). Upon my return visit now Manly is flush with acai bowls and standalone acai bowl places. Bare Naked and Acai Brothers (newly opened) co-exist within 100m of each other. I had seen Bare Naked's beautiful bowls on Instagram and friends' feeds for a while and had been dying to try. Well - they did not disappoint. I came here last Sunday with one of my good friends. It was pretty busy and they had a only a few seats out the front. We managed to snake one end of a four person table and I went to order. My friend got the Naked Bowl and I got the Hippie Bowl. It took as quite a while to decide because the menu is rife with options. There were 8-10 acai bowls, smoothie bowls and more. Plus coffee and kombucha on tap (yassss). The girl at the counter told us it would be about a 15-20 minute wait because of all the take out orders. When the bowls came I was impressed. They were beautiful, full of toppings and a really decent portion for the price. I proceeded to snap a few pics (with the table's strategically placed potted cactus) for my Instagram later. Hipster chic on fleek (is 'on fleek' stlll a thing? Well, whatever...I'm using it ironically anyway...and plus...it rhymes!!). Then we dug in...heaven. I soon found myself knee deep in a blissful acai bowl food coma and my friend and I enjoyed a long conversation with a pleasant British bloke who joined our table later on (he managed to finish his bowl before I did). My tummy was very happy with me for hours later. Bare Naked definitely lives up to the hype and is good value for money, especially when compared with the other acai bowls around these parts. I shall hopefully be back again before I leave and will then continue to salivate over their Instagram posts from afar. Such is life.