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Chica Bonita Manly

9 The Corso, Manly NSW 2095, Australia

Recommended by 38 people

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Find Chica Bonita Manly

9 The Corso, Manly NSW 2095, Australia

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+61 2 8551 3139
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 6:00 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 6:00 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 6:00 – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 9:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Chica Bonita Manly

Just steps off The Corso, Chica Bonita brings punchy Mexican plates, cold beers, and sharp margaritas to a retro room. No ordering screens or buzzers here—table service stays hands-on and chatty without hovering over your table. Regulars stop in after the ferry ride for crisp kingfish tostadas, adobo burritos packed with crunchy crackling, or molten birria folded into warm corn tortillas. If you arrive hungry in a crew, the kitchen fires a generous shared feast menu alongside bowls of chunky guacamole and hot sauces. Finish off with a cajeta chimichanga and a spicy cocktail.

  • Hands-On Table Service: Full table service with engaged staff and personal dish recommendations instead of QR-code ordering.
  • Shared Banquet Feasts: A $35 shared banquet menu built for groups of two or more looking for a hearty spread.
  • Bold Mexican Staples: Standouts include crispy kingfish tostadas, slow-cooked birria, and burritos packed with crunchy crackling.
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Why Choose Chica Bonita Manly

Why locals and Manly visitors choose Chica Bonita for Mexican flavours, festive group gatherings, and genuine table service.

  • Fresh Flavours and Craft Cocktails

    Guests consistently celebrate the vibrant casual atmosphere, handcrafted margaritas, and fresh, punchy Mexican flavours.

    The food was amazing — fresh and full of flavour — and the cocktails were just as good.

    Nick Saunders

  • Lively Coastal Dining Atmosphere

    The retro, cosy ambiance pairs with upbeat music and casual beachside energy for a stand-out Mexican dining experience.

    One of the very best Mexican food experiences that we have ever had! Food. Service. Atmosphere. All 5/5.

    Simon James

  • Shared Catch-Ups and Group Celebrations

    Groups and parties enjoy generous share plates, curated tequila selections, and festive shared feasts tailored for group celebrations.

    An awesome night celebrating my friends birthday! Our two waiters were sensational in Archie and Lucas.

    Nicki A

  • Abundant Feast Menus for Gatherings

    The dedicated shared banquet feast offers extensive variety and generous portions at accessible fixed pricing for parties of two or more.

    If you have 2 or more people and a big appetite, you can't go wrong with the 'feast' menu for $35. Great value for a huge, delicious meal with family or friends.

    Trenna Probert

  • Substantial Post-Walk and Ferry Refuel

    Hearty, flavour-packed burritos, loaded fries, and bowls offer the ideal satisfying meal after exploring Manly's coastal trails or arriving via ferry.

    Stopped in here after the spit to Manly walk. Burritos were just what we needed! Huge, tasty and refuelling!

    Cassie Jenkins

  • Dedicated Table Hospitality Over QR Codes

    Chica Bonita eschews detached app-ordering and QR codes in favour of attentive, engaging table service with genuine hospitality.

    Delighted to be able to sit at a table and engage with a server. Getting tired of QR codes and no personal touch.

    Steve S

Customer-favorite Mexican dishes in Manly

  • Fish tacos

    The fish tacos were delicious!

    Heather Simpson

  • Burritos

    Burritos were just what we needed! Huge, tasty and refuelling!

    Cassie Jenkins

  • Birria taco

    The best birria taco I have ever had. So much meat, amazing taste and the cheese was beautifully melted.

    Victoria Gonzalez

  • Carne asada fries

    I went straight to the Loaded Fries which were an absolute win

    Antony Elliott

Other favorites

Appetizers, specialty cocktails, and desserts

  • Guacamole and chips

    best quac chips for only $10

    Pippa Belle

  • Ceviche

    The ceviche, the tacos and that special coffee margarita I was weird about it but omg.

    Paula Alva

  • Watermelon margarita

    the watermelon margarita was so fun and had plenty of salt

    Greta Quealy

  • Cajeta chimichanga

    shared the cajeta chimichanga for birthday dessert

    Nicki A

Beyond the menu

Distinctive service gestures and hospitality touches that elevate dining at Chica Bonita Manly.

  • Complimentary House Sauce and Salsa Selection

    Guests are provided with a dedicated variety of house sauces and salsas on the side, allowing diner-controlled spice and flavour customisation.

  • Custom-Spiced Margarita Preparation

    Servers accommodate custom drink requests by crafting customised super hot chilli margaritas tailored directly to guest preferences.

  • Attentive Birthday Guidance and Celebration Dessert

    Waitstaff offer personal dining guidance across the menu and curate shared dessert celebrations like cajeta chimichangas for birthdays.

  • Curated $35 Set 'Feast' Group Banquet

    The kitchen serves a set 'feast' banquet menu priced at $35 for groups of two or more, providing an abundant spread without ordering stress.

Before you head over

Practical dining advice and tips grounded in visitor experiences.

  • Finding the Location

    Chica Bonita is tucked behind the main strip, just a two-minute walk from The Corso, four minutes from the Manly ferry, and next to the council car park.

  • Peak Hours & Limited Seating

    Seating is intimate and limited, which can mean waiting during peak dining hours; arriving earlier or planning around rush times helps secure a table.

  • Group Feasting Value

    Dining with two or more people? The $35 shared banquet feast offers a full spread across menu favorites at great value.

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