
Manly 2095
33.6333° S, 151.3312° E
Surf culture meets laid-back sophistication.
Manly is where coastal cool meets casual buzz. Wrapped by surf breaks and the bushland of North Head, it’s a beachside playground with a city edge.
Locals live the drift. Skiff club sundowners, ferry rides to The Rocks, ocean swims, and gelato-fuelled strolls. Streets are lined with cafés, bars, and boutiques, all set against a backdrop of rolling waves and rugged headlands.
It’s effortless, salty, and always alive.
We’ve pulled together our favourite spots to surf, sip, shop, stay, and get Saltee.
Casual seaside dining with a focus on sustainable catch, share plates, and sunset sessions.
21 East Esplanade, Manly NSW
www.driftanddine.com
@driftanddinemanly
A breezy bistro offering tide-themed menus that shift weekly with fresh seafood, herbs, and locally foraged greens.
31 Sydney Rd, Manly NSW
www.tideandthyme.com.au
@tideandthymebistro
Global flavours with a beach twist—plant-based street food from Mexico to Morocco served curbside.
48 Belgrave St, Manly NSW
www.spicewavekitchen.com
@spicewavekitchen
Aperitivo culture at its finest—bold spritzes, sparkling tonics, and share boards made from local fare.
9 East Esplanade, Manly NSW
@bitterandbright
Urban tasting room for small-batch meads brewed with native flowers and rooftop honey.
8 Belgrave St, Manly NSW
@moonstone.meadery
A seaside chai bar steeped in ritual, serving rich, spiced teas and wellness snacks.
1 Victoria Parade, Manly NSW
@seaberrychaibar