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    Bavarian Bier Cafe

    3.0 (24 reviews)
    ModerateBars, German
    Closed 7:00 am - 12:00 AM (Next day)

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups

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    Marcus C.

    You go here for the same reason you go to Mcdonalds- it is consistent and so you know exactly what you are getting. You don't go here for gourmet or cheap eats- you here for the 1litre beers and the $10 schnitzel night. Or if you want a big night of raucous beer and meat with the boys. The Bavarian beer café franchise have numerous locations through Sydney (and I presume further afar) so if you've been to one- you've been to them all and they are always a good place to get some good solid German beer. My all time go-to beer is the 'franziskaner hefe-weissbier hell' which in my opinion is about as tasty as wheat beer gets- but if you want to go super fly- mix it with mango juice and watch all your mates laugh at you and your lack of masculinity. Most importantly. If you enjoy beer and anything sacred NEVER try the beer mixed with cola (it's called diesel cos that's what it tastes like). Don't expect anything super special but expect a good time if you want to have one.

    Lorena S.

    Cool and laid back bar situated on Manly Wharf affording you beautiful ocean views while you sip on your drink. They have an assortment of beers and some cocktails. I had the Blueberry mojito which was good but a bit light on the liquor side. I didn't try any food but some of the plates that came out to the tables looked delicious. Overall a cool spot to hang with some friends or by yourself.

    Sally R.

    One of several in the Australian franchise, the Bavarian Bier Café in Manly is exactly as you'd expect. The staff wear "traditional German" costumes (read; lederhosen and beer maid outfits) that have probably never actually been worn in Germany. The beer menu is extremely extensive, with every flavor of beer you could ever imagine being brewed on offer. The music and décor - think Berlin Bears - also go with the subtle theme, and the food is also very German and wintery. All of these things certainly have a place, but it's hard to imagine that the ideal place for it is Manly Wharf, with its summery vibes and world-class harbor side location. Still, the Bavarian Bier Café is a bit of fun; shots come out in a wooden panel that everyone takes together, and the kitsch is really embraced by patrons and staff alike. There are some concessions to location - alcohol other than beer is certainly available! The blonde wood of the bar and interior - seemingly so foreign to the dark and European theme of the café - go so well with Manly's chilled and summery vibes. The café is expensive for food, and not much better for drinks, some combination of the exotic and imported beers and beautiful location. If you're out to celebrate a special occasion though, this is a great spot to do so!

    Grate bar grate spot I went in last year had a big glass of good German beer..
    Mark William A.

    Good bar just got burst drains out side on the road next to bar ..at the moment bit smelly hope it's fixed soon ...All the bars on the side of many are grate as you get the sunsets on this side..

    The vegan burger is ok. not the best burger in my life. the place is pricy but worth it!

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    11 years ago

    Grat view. Friendly staff and yummy food. In line with the chain. Parking in Manly is impossible and paid parking is a ripoff!

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    10 years ago

    Beers were tasteless, warm and flat. Venue had no atmosphere. The highlight was leaving.

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    Was really busy. I had the burger which was the only affoedable item on the menu and it was very average.

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    7 years ago

    very poor quality food. i asked for a medium steak, the steak i got was so raw you could still hear it mooing. service was good tho :)

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    A real nice location at the waterfront with great indoor and outdoor seating.

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