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Bella Vista Manly

203/33 N Head Scenic Dr, Manly NSW 2095, Australia

Recommended by 63 people

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Find Bella Vista Manly

203/33 N Head Scenic Dr, Manly NSW 2095, Australia

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HoursMonday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Thursday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Friday: 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM Saturday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM Sunday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Bella Vista Manly

Perched high inside North Head national park, Bella Vista Manly pairs sweeping Sydney Harbour outlooks with unhurried Italian cooking. Morning walkers drop in for flat whites before tackling coastal trails, while lunch crowds linger on the verandah over silky pappardelle ragù, kingfish crudo, and house-made cannoli. Outdoor tables catch the sea breeze alongside visiting kookaburras, and the kitchen finishes meals with cocoa-dusted tiramisu.

  • Harbour headland panoramas: Overlooks the Heads and Sydney Harbour from an elevated perch inside North Head national park.
  • Fresh Italian cooking: Menus highlight handmade cannoli, house tiramisu, and slow-cooked pappardelle ragù.
  • Trailside bushwalk anchor: Steps away from national park walking tracks, lookouts, and heritage headland circuits.
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Why Guests Choose Bella Vista Manly

Discover why guests choose Bella Vista Manly for Italian dining, national park bushwalks, and scenic gatherings.

  • Panoramic Sydney Harbour & Heads Views

    Dine with expansive panoramas stretching across the Sydney Heads and harbor waterways, creating a scenic backdrop for house Italian plates.

    On top of that, the view looking out over the Heads and Sydney Harbour is absolutely stunning — the perfect backdrop to an amazing meal.

    michael hamer

  • Authentic Italian Pasta & Artisan Desserts

    Savor traditional Italian dining featuring house-made pasta, crisp fresh cannoli, and balanced tiramisu prepared with attentive culinary care.

    The shells were perfectly crisp, the filling was light, creamy, and not overly sweet, making them completely irresistible.

    Miguel Vázquez Cid

  • Direct Access to North Head Bushwalks

    Situated right within the North Head national park, the cafe serves as an easy transition point for exploring coastal headland trails and scenic lookouts.

    It was a lovely surprise after our morning hike at North Head. The staff was so friendly and the food was incredible.

    Gabrielle Von

  • Effortless Trailhead Arrival & All-Day Parking

    Convenient parkland-adjacent parking and local transit allow guests to spend the whole day taking in national park heritage and coastline.

    For all day parking that's so cheap, it's a day worthwhile making of brunch followed by a bush walk or historical walk around the headland.

    Katherine Thompson

  • Accommodating Group Dining & Set Menus

    Dedicated set menus and attentive timing ensure milestone group lunches and wedding breakfasts run smoothly and comfortably.

    We had a set menu lunch for 11 people, great service by all staff, very accommodating and friendly. Service of the food was very timely, leaving enough time in between serves even though it was very busy.

    tom rando

  • Welcoming & Family-Style Hospitality

    Warm hospitality and welcoming, family-oriented service make group gatherings feel personalized, comfortable, and memorable.

    The team was definitely a highlight of this place, making it feel more like home than a restaurant.

    Aidan McPhail

Signature Italian savory plates enjoyed with panoramic headland views

  • Pappardelle Ragù

    Among the savoury dishes, the pappardelle ragù was superb, with silky fresh pasta coated in a deeply flavoured, slow-cooked sauce that was comforting and satisfying.

    Miguel Vázquez Cid

  • Zucchini Flowers

    My dad really likes the zucchini flowers (he tried few of them in Italy) and would recommend for everyone to give them a go !

    Irina Kapeli

  • Tonnato

    We started with the tonnato, which was absolutely delicious

    michael hamer

  • King Fish Crudo

    The King Fish Crudo is a 10/10, not to mention the view.

    Gabrielle Von

Other favorites

Desserts and daytime treats complementing your scenic visit

  • Cannoli

    The absolute highlight was the cannoli. They were, without question, the best I’ve ever had. The shells were perfectly crisp, the filling was light, creamy, and not overly sweet, making them completely irresistible.

    Miguel Vázquez Cid

  • Tiramisu

    All the food was amazing but special mention for the Tiramisu -it was best we’ve had.

    tom rando

  • Cremino

    Ps: th Cremino was to die for!

    Britney Russell

  • GF Banana Bread

    I had the slightly toasted coconut and hemp GF banana bread, and it was delicious.

    Nina Beilby

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need to make a reservation?

Table bookings are recommended for indoor and verandah seating, whereas reservations are not required for the open outdoor courtyard, which is uncovered in the event of rain.

How do you get there by public transport or car?

Visitors can take bus 161 directly from stop C outside Manly Wharf, which drops off and picks up just meters from the restaurant. If driving, car parking is available adjacent to the cafe and visitor centre across the road.

Are there gluten-free options on the menu?

The restaurant offers a selection of gluten-free dishes, such as toasted coconut and hemp gluten-free banana bread, alongside savoury options like kingfish crudo.

What are the standout dishes and desserts to order?

Crowd favourites include the fresh cannoli with ricotta and pistachio filling, the homemade tiramisu, and the slow-cooked pappardelle ragù.

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