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.

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.

I have an institutional trust for seafood, and this simple shop filled the bill perfectly. The…read morechips were perfect, both thick and crunchy. The fish was a New Zealand cod, a nice thick cut not overcooked, so I tasted mostly fish on each bit, not just breading. With a thick wedge of lime accompanying each order. In a paper container in a paper bag - just the way fish and chips are suppose to come. Tasted great.

Dee Why is just a simple fish and chip shop but it really is the best I have had. Very fresh. The…read moreDY special is great value. Huge portions. You can play pacman on the 80's style video machine as well for a bit of a laugh. Always busy....you can tell its good. Salads are good too.

My family and I came here as we wanted some "modern Australian" food - and that's exactly what we…read moregot! The seafood platter for two had a hot pot of mixed seafood including squid, scallops and prawns, a big serve or grilled fish, a humongous serve of smoked salmon and chips, salad and a little fruit. We also had the stuffed chicken breast which had a rich creamy sauce and the lamb cutlets which were very tasty. We all enjoyed our meal, the service was friendly and efficient and the outlook over the ocean wasn't bad either. Would definitely recommend this place.

I keep on returning to Sea Change because of the wide menu selection the flexibility in service,…read more(they will accommodate almost any change to any meal (including half sizing their generous portions)) and the quality fresh ingredients that make for delicious eating. My go to's are - "veg out Brekkie" the kumera cakes are tasty as. "acai bowl" a healthy kick start to the day that could be mistaken for a dessert. "The salads" an envious filling main meal, "The paella" I ask for the chorizo added and a little added chilli for me too. "The sea-change tasting platter" says for two but easily feeds three. "Chicken burger" big, messy & yum. Coffee is decent. I will return and drag friends there also.

Stroll like a dandy down Dee Why promenade of a weekend morning and you'll see a few cafes with…read morezero people in them and one with all the people in them. Literally all of them, like some giant baby has been using them as toys and is jamming them all into one room of a huge Barbie play house for it's own infantile amusement. It doesn't make any sense, only, it totally does. The cafe is Seachange. and the reason it's so beloved by locals is three-fold: the servings are huge (no fleck of steak on a giant white plate here), they're happy to change absolutely anything on your order without any pissy whining or "No, the chef would kill me" type excuses, and the staff and management are unbelievably friendly. Wulf (sp?) made sure our group got a table inside to protect the little baby we had with us from the sun, and even though he was run off his feet stopped by the table a few times to drop jokes. I had the acai brekky bowl with banana and strawberry and bircher, at $15.90 it's the healthiest way to start the day while still feeling like you're eating ice cream. The Local with tons of bacon, eggs, and a potato rosti is also a winner, as is, oh, pretty much anything on the menu. When you're done, slop across the road and roll about on the beach like a walrus. Trust me, it's great.

Small intimate restaurant offering diverse menu of mostly seafood items. Beer and wine available…read more Attentive and friendly staff were a pleasure. Our large order of grilled Morton bay bugs (see photo) $49, we're delicious and sweet, and with the accompanying salad & chips were enough for the two of us to share for lunch. Good selection of beers averaged $9. Solid restaurant and staff deserves a return if in this neighborhood.

Really good place! Right off the strip but hidden from tourists…read more The place is very cute, clean, servers are kind. Good wine selection and decent menu options. I tried the seafood chowder & the sweet potato fries. The chowder was excellent, filled with lots of seafood but not too large of a portion. The sweet potato fries were the best I've had in Australia!! I'll come back and dine again

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

Hubby and I wanted fish and chips for lunch while hanging out in Manly. We walked by Manly Ocean…read moreFoods and decided to give them a try. We ordered the fish bites and a fisherman's basket. Our order came out in under 10 minutes. Then we found a shaded spot to sit near the beach. The fish bites were amazing! So juicy, flavorful, flaky and perfectly seasoned. The fisherman's basket was filled with so many tasty items. It was my first time trying a potato scallop and I really enjoyed it. The prawn cutlet, calamari and crab stick were all very good. Some of the freshest seafood with beautiful views all around. You can't go wrong!

I was charged $3.53 for a side of ketchup!! I ordered the…read morefish, calamari, and chips. Food was just okay. Terrible service and rude staff. I asked for vinegar and was told they could only spray it with vinegar. I didn't want my food to be soaked with vinegar for my take away order. Be aware thatthey charge extra for basic condiments like tartare sauce ketchup.

This is another one of those pubs that aren't the easiest to get to, yet it still had some charm…read moreabout it. I probably shouldn't call it a Manly Pub, or even a beach side pub, though in a way it did have some charm about it that made me think that it was quite okay. Actually, I guess it was the outdoor area that did it to an extent, though it also had a nice feel about it inside. The staff were pretty good, and the place was quite relaxing, though it really isn't one of the best that I've visited.

We ordered the GIANT seafood platter, the 1kg bowl of mussels and a spinach salad with orange,…read morecashews and tomato to share amongst four people. When the platter was served it looked AMAZING!!! There was a mix of fresh seafood - oysters, balmain bugs and prawns, as well as cooked seafood including a mountain of calamari, battered fish, battered prawns and a huge bowl of chips... it was served with a huge amount of fresh fruits including mango, pineapple, watermelon, orange, strawberries, raspberries, passionfruit, blueberries, honeydew melon... basically everything!! The other dish - the mussels - were delicious!! There is a choice of a tomato based sauce or a creamy white wine sauce for them... we chose the tomato - it was great, and served with a baguette for dipping. The salad was the only average dish, as I think it was outshined by the other dishes but all in all the meal was GREAT and I would definitely recommend this place!! I would also like to point out how welcoming and attentive the staff were!!! - GREAT service for us!

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.