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4 Pines Brewing Company

4.5 (105 reviews)
Open 11:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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Casual
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Live music
Outdoor seating

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Hendrick L.

We had a great time here eating and . They are conveniently located right across from the Manly ferry station. I only wish their seating was a bit higher so you can see more of the water while you eat. It's a fast casual format, so you order and pay at the register, and then food is delivered to you. We thoroughly enjoyed everything we ordered. We tried the shepherds pie, steak and fries (medium rare cooked to perfection with just salt and pepper), and their fish and chips. The latter was fried perfectly, with the fish still very moist while the outside was crispy. I'm an IPA guy, but I understand that IPAs don't seem as big outside the area I live in. 4 Pines didn't have any true IPAs on tap that day, but honestly, I always drink IPAs, so it's probably good that I was "forced" to try something different. I enjoyed their flight of beers very much (Pale Ale, American Amber Ale, Hazy Pale Ale, Nitro Stout), though I have to say the PB&J wasn't for me. Fortunately, they gave me a tasting before I committed to this. That said, my brother in law loves their PB&J! I'm not a stout guy, but their stout was delicious, creamy, and smooth. I didn't love their American Amber Ale, but that's okay since everyone likes something different! All in all, a great place to hang out, grab a bite, and enjoy some brew!

Christine C.

Yummy beer and really good fish & chip! On our visit to Manly Beach, we decided to grab a quick bite here. Upon getting off the ferry from Circular Quay to Manly, we made a beeline for this brewery that's across the street from the ferry terminal. The brewery is located on the 2nd floor, with wooden interior, and a balcony overlooking the street and ferry terminal. You order at the bar, and they bring the drinks and food to your table. We came here during happy hour and enjoyed a few of the beers. All the beers we had were good. What we didn't expect, was how good the fish & chips was. Fresh, perfectly fried, we pretty much inhaled it. Even the chips were quite yummy. If you find yourself at Manly thirsty for some beer or food, 4 Pines is a solid choice! Pro-tip: In addition to Happy Hour beer prices (for select beers, just ask), there's also a special each day of the week. Check those out before placing your order!

Noanya S.

We stumbled upon this brewery when leaving manly and oh so glad that we did. Now this place gets crowded but you can reserve a table, which I highly suggest. We didn't have reservations but we're able to snag a seat at a side table. We had the hazy pale ale and an amber, both weren't bad but the star of the show was the fish and chips. The fish was fantastically prepared and my mouth is watering just thinking about it. It came with fries, pickles and tartar and everything on the plate was superb. Although the tartar was fantastic, the fish did not need it as it was crispy and flavorful. I'd go back just for the fish and chips

Fish n Chips
Julian L.

Located across the street from the Manly ferry station, this local craft brewery had great fish n chips and a delicious alcoholic ginger beer from Brookvale Union on tap.

Khaliun A.

Loved this brewery! Good food, good beer and they had live music with some very talented musicians. Come early to try to get a seat on the balcony!

Nitro stout and some much appreciated ice cold water from a handy help yourself tap
Natalie W.

Really good nitro stout, super friendly staff, semi outdoor seating and good music (first time I'd heard Red Eyes - The War on Drugs in a long while). British immigrant voices discussing the Premier League give it that classic pub feel! Really happy I stopped by here, would highly recommend if you're in Manly.

Upscale Ale
Jeremy B.

4 Pines is definitely a highlight for the ferry ride to Manly. Convenient to the ferry terminal via a short walk, 4 Pines is Manly's own brewery and offers beer flights and individual glasses in three sizes. I ordered the Sunday special of roasted pork, served with vegetables, roasted potatoes and Yorkshire pudding. So tasty and juicy with a highly appealing presentation. Awesome beers and a warm setting and friendly servers. I want a 4 Pines in my hometown.

Brewing Operations I of II
Steve K.

A Destination When Visiting Manly. 4.5 Stars. 4 Pines Brewing was on my must-visit list while in Sydney on business. Was offered a complimentary 10 min tour by Patrick including history of its start up, and origin of the name. Amazing what they produce in a small area. Located upstairs and across the street from the Ferry Wharf Lunch was tasty & fresh Fish & Chips and two Pale Ales for $37 AUD without tip. Friendly staff. Delightful Pale Ale brewskies. Tip I: Dine outdoors weather permitting. Tip II: Flyer obtained from Manly Visitors Center offers free small beer with main entrée before 5 pm...I forgot to apply it to my bill.

Cri C.

4 Pines has been around since 2008 and it is still just as brilliant as it was when it opened. Great quality beer, higher end pub grub, good vibes, excellent location and views, and live music on many an occasion. Although they were recently acquired by AB Inbev they still have their local feel going on. I came back to Manly recently to visit and I knew I wanted to stop by 4 Pines. I managed to come twice, once with a friend and once with my parents. Both times we had a chat with nearby tables and generally a great experience. My favorite beer is the IPA but I also like the kolsch and summer pale ale. They have 6 packs/cases to take home and some cute merchandise including t-shirts, hoodies and trucker caps. I bought a trucker cap that I plan to rep in my current home of New York. It was decently priced a $15. Love this place, really cosy and familiar. Well worth the trip to Manly if you're thinking about it.

Jillian S.

Hands down this was our favorite place in Sydney. Highly recommend the ferry ride to Manly where the scenery combines all my favorite things as a California girl who lived in Colorado for 8 years. Beaches & pine trees & great beer! The Australian craft beer scene is a few years behind what we have going on in the US (as we learned on a Sydney pub tour), but you wouldn't know that if you spent the trip drinking 4 Pines! By far the best pale ales and IPAs you'll find in Australia! Highly recommend this place for the beer but you'll also see they have some delicious fish & chips as well!

View of the bar from where we sat.
Larry S.

Wow! Great beer, good food, and fun atmosphere. What a great stop before heading back to Sydney after a morning walking around Manly and enjoying the beach. The bar upstairs is very comfortable. We ordered a paddle of beer and some chips and sat down. All five beers we sampled were tasty! We liked them so much, we ordered another paddle along with a delicious brownie that was served on yoghurt with salted caramel. It went extremely well with their stout beer! The bartenders were friendly and knowledgeable. It was just a comfortable place to sit and relax before catching the ferry back to Sydney. I'd say Four Pines is one of the best I have been to anywhere. I'll be back next time I'm in Manly.

Pumpkin salad and chips
Blake I.

This food was so good. The servers friendly and location ideal being so close to the wharf. The only ding I have is the absence of customer WiFi and absence of cider on tap. Otherwise this was a winner.

tastes (2013)
Jessica H.

What a place to come across on our visit to Manly! After doing my research on Yelp (obviously) I added this to my list of things to do, and took my ever-willing parents along. We found it easily enough, tucked away from the main shopping area and up some steps, it felt secluded enough to retain its 'local' feel but still have plenty of hustle and bustle from tourists. The microbrewery inside was great to see, and I loved the set up - I felt right at home and the whole place wouldn't look out of place in the Northern Quarter of Manchester! Not a beer drinker, I had a few ciders, while the parents had the sampler, before moving on to their favourites. The selection isn't exactly vast, but they appear to have a wide variety of both dark and light brews, plus their changing Keller Door option, which is much more of a mystery. 4 stars purely for the fact it doesn't have much of a view; if only it could be on the other side! If you're a beer lover and want something other than lager, this is the place to be - it's right off the ferry and can ease any sea legs you may have!

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