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Banco Manly

17b Whistler St, Manly NSW 2095, Australia

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17b Whistler St, Manly NSW 2095, Australia

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+61 423 514 977
HoursMonday: 4:30 – 10:00 PM Tuesday: 4:30 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 4:30 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 4:30 – 10:00 PM Friday: 4:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 4:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 4:30 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Banco Manly

Tucked down Whistler Street, Banco Manly pairs flame-licked shared plates and funky low-intervention pours with low-lit, intimate neighbourhood energy. Pull up a stool at the bar—where bartenders pour vermouth trials on the house—or settle in for the multi-course banquet. Guests point to the rich lobster roll, chargrilled octopus with miso glaze, and steak frites kissed by woodsmoke.

  • Consultative Bar Service: Bartenders walk guests through wine profiles and pour vermouth tastings, while kitchen staff regularly explain charcoal cooking techniques tableside.
  • Intimate Room Dynamics: Compact room anchored by counter seating, creating a relaxed, conversation-friendly date-night dining setting where parties over eight require whole-venue hire.
  • Paced Banquet Menus: Shared multi-course feasts streamline dinner with flame-kissed signatures like lobster rolls, chargrilled octopus, and steak with house sauces.
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The Banco Manly Experience

Why diners choose Banco Manly for memorable dinners and bar-side hospitality

  • Seamless Curated Set Menus

    Banco delivers thoughtful multi-course banquets complete with guided pairings and standout dishes like braised leeks, scallop skewers, and lobster rolls without decision fatigue.

    We tried the set menu at Banco and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish. Every dish was beautifully presented and packed with flavour

    Miguel Vázquez Cid

  • Accessible Bar and Happy Hour Offerings

    Guests drop in casually at the bar to unwind with unbeatable drink specials and high-quality shared bites without needing a complex dining plan.

    The happy hour deals are unbeatable, the atmosphere is fantastic, and the staff are incredibly friendly and knowledgeable.

    Kiana Mattick

  • Attentive and Reassuring Guidance

    From navigating intricate cocktail recipes to tailoring wine selections, the front-of-house team offers patient, warm, and attentive care.

    We found the cocktail menu a bit confusing but they were able to talk us through it and both the cocktails we had were delicious The service was really the standout however

    Sarah Morton

  • Deeply Caring, Welcoming Hospitality

    Whether dealing with complex dietary needs or mobility challenges, staff handle guests with calm, generous empathy and meticulous hospitality.

    we were quite tricky customers and the team were great throughout. My dad has advanced parkinsons and his meds kicked in quite late and meant he was flustered. All of the staff were all so incredibly lovely.

    Eleanor Fitton

  • Sensational Dining and Cocktail Craft

    Banco pairs creative fusion cooking, such as octopus with savory miso glaze and lemongrass sauce, with inventive signature cocktails.

    We had a sensational cocktail and dining experience at Banco!!

    Laurie Minto

  • Interactive and Consultative Beverage Discovery

    Bartenders and kitchen staff invite guests into the craft, pouring samples of vermouth and sharing detailed culinary techniques tableside.

    The barman was super helpful with our drink order, letting us try all the different vermouth before we settled on one of their signature cocktails.

    Laura Tapping

Signature dishes and dining formats favored by guests

  • Set Menu

    We tried the set menu at Banco and it was an outstanding experience from start to finish.

    Miguel Vázquez Cid

  • Cocktails

    Our curated cocktails were fantastic and the food was very tasty.

    Laurie Minto

  • Chargrilled Octopus

    Banco Manly’s chargrilled octopus is a culinary masterpiece.

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  • Steak Frites

    The food was absolutely delicious, we had a lobster roll and steak frites, and flan for dessert.

    Sarah Morton

Other favorites

Complementary drinks, starters, and sweets

  • Lobster Roll

    Food was delicious, esp the lobster roll.

    CJ T

  • Vermouth

    The barman was super helpful with our drink order, letting us try all the different vermouth before we settled on one of their signature cocktails.

    Laura Tapping

  • Tomatoes

    Highly recommend the tomatoes, with such a simple ingredient they prepared a dish with a lot of flavour and personality.

    Josefina Cima

  • Flan

    we had a lobster roll and steak frites, and flan for dessert.

    Sarah Morton

Beyond the menu

Attentive, consultative hospitality and genuine personal care that elevate your visit.

  • Vermouth Tastings at the Bar

    Bartenders take time to guide guests through different vermouth varieties with tastings before mixing or selecting drinks.

  • Tableside Chef Explanations

    Kitchen staff and chefs come directly to tables to explain preparation techniques, culinary timeframes, and recipe secrets.

  • Thoughtful Glassware Adjustments

    When spills occur, staff respond with patience and calm, offering replacement drinks served in sturdier, more suitable glassware.

  • Personalized Cocktail Navigation

    Servers and bartenders proactively deconstruct complex cocktail menus to match personalized guest tastes.

Before you head over

Practical advice on reservations, drinks, and menus to make the most of your visit

  • Book Ahead for the Intimate Space

    With limited seating and a cozy footprint, securing a reservation in advance is strongly recommended, especially on weekends or for parties approaching the eight-person limit.

  • Ask Staff for Drink Guidance

    The cocktail and wine menus feature unique selections; lean on the bartenders and servers to walk you through profiles or sample vermouths before ordering.

  • Consider the Banquet for Seamless Dining

    If you want a streamlined dining experience without deciding course by course, opt for the multi-course banquet or set menu paired with staff beverage recommendations.

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