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

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.

Having lived on the Northern Beaches for close to 30 years and not ever trying this legendary…read moredining experience (no idea why , huh ) had the pleasure of taking my wife to be from LA here for our anniversary Its everything i had heard about the aura of class and fine dining hits you as soon as you are greeted by front of house and the rest is an experience not to be forgotten Views over the beautiful blue Pacific that go on for ever set the mood for a long and luxurious afternoon dining on food so beautifully presented fresh and flavourful its well worth the drive ( park close and walk or park closer and get an uber as onsite parking is limited - don't let that stop you, for what you are paying an uber is all part of it plus the extensive wine beer and cocktail list helps make that decision easier ) Hiramasa Kingfish starter for me and Moreton bay bugs for my weary traveller was a perfect start setting up our mains beautifully Roasted lamb for me and Black Angus Beef for my girl both cooked perfectly rare as ordered and accompanied with pancetta minted peas , salty crunchy hand cut potato's and a salad with radish walnuts and dates . . just a great combination We looked at each other twice before ordering a dessert to share as it didnt feel complete without it so we had the Vanilla mascarpone meringue . . next level artistry texture and flavour and a perfect finish with coffee, conversation and debate over which dish was the star . . Neither of us drink alcohol but having done so for many years the suggested pairings that accompany each course look bang on and if that doesn't suit the palate the wine spirit and aperitif menus are extensive Only problem for us was leaving Sydney soon after this meal to move to LA and not being able to get back there soon enough but return we will thanks to all the staff for making our first visit a memorable one

Jonah's is one of those places that sits on your to-visit list for a while because it is a bit of a…read moretricky location on the Northern Beaches. However, NOW is the time to go, as the whales are passing by, and you are almost sure to see some from the delightful terrace. The restaurant is delightfully decorated, and the location is absolutely stunning, with views that are unbeatable. All the tables have some sort of a view, although as we were in the middle of the restaurant we were somewhat limited - however the helpful wait staff moved us to the window when some folks left, in time for desert and coffee. To be clear, this is a pricey spot - you will pay top dollar for a meal, however the food is delightful to the eye and the palate, with a robust selection of mains and entrees, an amuse bouche that was delightful, and fantastic bread to start. We arrived a little early to have a cocktail on the veranda - lovely outdoor seating with a stunning view, the martini chilled to perfection, and the cosmo to her satisfaction. As our table was ready we moved through quite quickly, but no real hurry - staff were accommodating and we had a look at the menus and the wine list while we lingered outdoors. Some fantastic wines including a very expensive Mollydooker that took my eye and our breath away - I could not resist, as it was a kind of special occasion. So, why not 5 stars? In this day of fine dining everywhere, I reserve the 5 stars for the very best or the unexpectedly fantastic. Jonah's is a 4.5 star, but to be honest there was nothing in the meal that made us go Wow! I could eat that all night! It was all beautiful and tasty and delightfully presented - but that is what I expect for a meal of this calibre and price. In any event, an experience not to be missed, highly recommended. And we saw lots of whales!

I had low expectations.. I knew it was a touristy area.. I knew it would be overpriced.. I knew it…read morewouldn't be anything special.. With all that in mind, this place meets my expectation as a hungry person needs her food.. The waitress was inexperienced, perhaps a summer part time intern.. She didn't know anything we ordered on the menu and was confused.. But she didn't mess up our order! The pizza portion is small... With a small salad on the side, it's an okay lunch size... It's in the Rocks/nurses way.. It's crowded.. That's about it.. Just don't expect too much going in, you will be okay..

When the powers working, this place has great potential…read more We arrived around 1830, orders taken by 1900, but only delivered salads and breads until around 2040. The power went out at 2000 but the food seemed to stop there. We didn't hear much until around 2045 when staff told us the kitchen ran on electricity so the food would be further affected, but served us the chorizo which was prepared at the table. We left shortly after as we still had a chance to make another restaurant. Nice ambiance, it can get quite noisy inside if there are some large groups. The electricity is known to go off from time to time, and from what we were told it was due to the wiring and the age of the building, and that they were limited to what they could do due to its heritage listing. The staff could do well to communicate the impact of this to guests though. They were quite friendly none the less. The building itself is beautiful, and retains this beauty even if you are in the dark.

First stop after landing in Sydney. This was only 5 min from the place we were staying and our…read morelocal friend recommended it. Amazing service- not a lot of brunch options but overall it was good food. The only other minor thing is we ordered hot totties and they tasted a bit subpar - in their defence though, they didn't really know what that was. If you are in Bondi, this restaurant is worth checking out.

Great atmosphere and friendly staff. Plates vary as small shared and large shared plates. Cocktails…read moreare delicious, so good luck choosing one. We got the daily pizza which had bbq sauce, chicken, brisket and onions. Usually I wouldn't love bbq on a pizza but I was blown away. Great place to check out if you love beautiful decor, small plates and great cocktails right off the beach.

I went here for Valentine's when they had a prefix tasting menu. The wine pairings were superb and…read morethe Grouper was a very special dish. There are not many places that can pair white fish with sichwan peppercorn and have it be so perfect.

It's dark, it's small, and it's oh-so delicious…read more The concise yet interesting menu at Bar H proves the consideration behind each dish, with execution of meals to match. My old office was just around the corner, and co-workers and I would relish any excuse to head here for an after work drink and share plate or two. The menu has since changed, but at the time we would return for the mulloway sashimi dressed with soy sauce, orange zest and shredded pickled beetroot - delicate, zingy and fresh. The cucumber salad with white anchovies and vinegary dressing was also a great play on crunchy and soft textures as well as fresh flavours. Some items are quite overpriced for what you get, like the prosciutto plate which was simply drizzled with olive oil and scattered with a few raw almonds and dried fig bits. The plates are only small so the cost can add up if you're not careful, so come with a nibbles-and-drinks approach rather than a full-blown dinner in mind.

A lovely restaurant in Glebe, Sydney. The food is excellent and there is a wide range of…read moreMediterranean dishes. The restaurant specialises in a variety of home made lemonades. There is inside and outside seating. Lovely seating and the staff are very pleasant. Parking is a bit difficult. There is only on street parking.

Ahgora's eclectic mix of Mediterranean dishes offer something for everyone - you can either sit…read moreinside or on the front deck - and it's located just along from the Nags Head pub for a pre-dinner drink.

Nothing hits the spot on a cold, wet Sunday morning like a hot cooked breakfast. The Succotash and…read moreEggs from the Cooks Garden was the perfect warmer on a rainy morning. I had never heard of succotash. It was described to me as a hearty baked beans. It was really good. Made with sweet corn, peppers, tomato and cannellini beans it was served in a large ramekin with two fried eggs on top and a side of crusty bread. The menu is filled with more traditional breakfast options but has a few surprises thrown in like the summery coconut quinoa with fresh mango, pineapple and toasted coconut. The coffee is from the Byron Bay Coffee Club Company and was good. Not great but good. I personally prefer a stronger coffee. We were one of the many people standing outside, waiting for the doors to open at 9am. I recommend making a table reservation if you are planning on coming with a group. The restaurant is much larger than it looks from the street and offers seating in the main dining room or outside in a covered courtyard. We opted not to go alfresco and sat in the dining room. The wait staff were attentive and very happy to answer any questions about the menu candidly and honestly. With a mix of smooth tunes playing on the stereo and families, couples and old friends filling the Cooks Garden restaurant, it caters for all.

Bring a feather for the knocking down of me - Keeno ordered the scallops…read more They were very well done - I mean beautifully cooked. So was my ravioli with wild mushrooms. Not sure how the chef rounded them up and tamed them but they were certainly subdued by the time they had been raviolized. It's very good food, duck was beautiful and Brussels sprouts with mandarin sauce worked really well - a highlight actually, best Brussels sprouts I've had (and I like them!). The food is excellent, service is very good and parking is easy. ...but it's not Ad Lib. Bugger. Post Script. A few days later and after quiet reflection and a few sharp points made by Keeno. Unfair to review a very good restaurant by comparison to a great though unviable one. I did not mean to be critical of Cooks Garden and it deserves 4 stars. Well worth supporting. PPS I wish more people had supported Ad Lib