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A photo of Hemingway's Manly restaurant
1. Hemingway's Manly
4.8
Exceptional(547)
$$$$
• French • Manly
Booked 6 times today
Hemingway's Manly is authentic French, with reviews raving about its 'fabulous experience,' 'genuine hospitality,' and 'simple and efficient French cuisine.' The restaurant is praised for its 'beautiful authentic French cuisine' and 'exceptional quality of food.' Its unique blend of French and Australian influences is a hit among the Manly food scene.
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2. Neptune's Grotto
4.8
Exceptional(489)
$$$$
• Italian • Sydney CBD
Booked 45 times today
Neptune’s Grotto, a basement Italian restaurant in the CBD.
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3. Pilu at Freshwater
4.7
Exceptional(148)
$$$$
• Regional Italian (Sardinia) • Freshwater
Booked 19 times today
Giovanni and the kitchen team take great care in sourcing the best of local, seasonal ingredients and when required, the highest quality products from Italy. The menu is typically Sardinian, re-interpreted using modern techniques whilst remaining true to tradition and regionality. Our team is highly accommodating when it comes to dietary requirements, as long as we know in advance.
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4. Sketch Manly
4.6
Exceptional(292)
$$$$
• Indian • Manly
Booked 7 times today
Sketch Manly – Craft Beer & Curry BarFor 8 years, Sketch has been Manly’s go-to for indian curries (classic butter chicken, not sweet), icy craft beers, and a warm, come-as-you-are vibe. We’re a local institution with a fresh new look - quirky roadside Indian spirit meets Aussie beach town charm. Whether you’re here for a quick pint, a feast with friends, or to book out the whole space for a celebration, Sketch is where flavours, stories, and good times collide.Mentioned in list of TimeOuts Best Restaurants in Manly & TimeOuts list of Top 10 Indians in Sydney
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5. Pellegrino 2000
4.6
Exceptional(1367)
$$$$
• Italian • Surry Hills
Booked 53 times today
Pellegrino 2000 is an authentic Italian restaurant in Surry Hills. Reviewers consistently praise the 'delicious', 'hearty', and 'balanced' food, calling it 'traditional Italian' with a 'neighbourhood Italian vibe'. They also appreciate the friendly, knowledgeable staff and the intimate, charming ambience. One reviewer even noted it 'feels like you're in an Italian trattoria in the 1960s'.
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6. Fratelli Paradiso
4.8
Exceptional(348)
$$$$
• Italian • Potts Point
Booked 25 times today
WALK-INS ALWAYS BENVENUTI!Italian food and imported wine in a bustling space with exposed-brick walls and a blackboard menu.
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7. Morena
4.1
Excellent(77)
$$$$
• Latin American • Sydney CBD
Booked 10 times today
Morena, in the historic GPO Building in Martin Place celebrates the traditions and unique flavours from across Latin America, whilst showcasing warm hospitality and authentic ingredients. Offering lunch and dinner from Monday to Saturday, Morena provides the perfect location to celebrate with friends, have a romantic date or do business over a unique meal. Our menu includes dishes from Alejandro Saravia’s native Perú as well as from Colombia, Mexico, Venezuela, Argentina and Brazil.Our drinks list features a curated selection of New World and Old World wines, alongside signature cocktails which focus on Latin American spirits.
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8. BRAZA Churrascaria - Darling Quarter
4.5
Awesome(3286)
$$$$
• Brazilian • Darling Quarter
Booked 73 times today
Braza Churrascaria is an authentic Brazilian Barbeque house that serves world-renowned Australia meats. We are an “all you can eat” restaurant, with typical Brazilian service style known as “Rodizio” where Passadores (meat carvers) rotate from table to table serving more than 20 different types of skewers. “Braza" means the sizzling charcoals of the fire and "Churrascaria" is the restaurant specialised in Barbeque or Brazilian style steakhouse restaurant.Our purpose is to provide you with an Authentic Brazilian experience where you can explore the many mouth-watering flavours of our Barbeque.
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9. Mex & Co
4.3
Awesome(5)
$$$$
• Mexican • Manly
Booked 4 times today
For delicious authentic Mexican food, refreshing cocktails and glorious views of the famous Manly beach front. Head down South Steyne in Manly to find us. Serving The Best Mexican Food & Drink You’ll Ever Have.
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10. 10 William St
4.8
Exceptional(215)
$$$$
• Italian • Paddington
Booked 21 times today
WALK-INS ALWAYS WELCOME!We are a little wine bar with food, a casual and unique place with an energy created as much by the food, wine and music as it is by the staff-customer interaction. Please note we only accept reservations are for those dining.
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