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Garfish Manly

1/39 E Esplanade, Manly NSW 2095, Australia

Recommended by 54 people

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Find Garfish Manly

1/39 E Esplanade, Manly NSW 2095, Australia

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+61 2 9977 0707
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM Wednesday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM Thursday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM Friday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Saturday: 12:00 – 9:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Garfish Manly

Steps from the Manly ferry wharf, Garfish delivers straightforward waterfront dining focused on pristine Australian catches. Diners gather for generous Fruits de Mer platters, seared scallops, and the house snapper pie—crisp pastry over rich fish—paired with cocktails or a prized bottle from home under their BYO wine option. Evenings unfold over views of East Esplanade with salt-and-pepper squid and a chilled Garfish martini.

  • Catch-Driven Dining: Platters feature fresh oysters, sashimi, salt and pepper squid, and Moreton Bay bugs alongside comforting signatures like snapper pie.
  • Harbourfront Setting: Located on East Esplanade right across from the Manly ferry terminal, offering waterfront views over the harbour.
  • BYO Wine Friendly: Guests can bring their own wine for a $20 per-bottle corkage fee alongside an extensive on-premise drinks list.
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What's On at Garfish Manly

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Why Dine at Garfish Manly

Discover why locals and visitors choose Garfish for premier harbourfront seafood in Manly.

  • Fresh, Expertly Prepared Seafood Variety

    Diners enjoy expertly prepared, fresh seafood selections including king prawns, oysters, and Moreton Bay bugs alongside standout house signatures like snapper pie.

    We shared the Fruits de Mer platter and loved the variety — fresh oysters, salt & pepper squid, sashimi, king prawns, Moreton Bay bugs, trout and more.

    Tricia Vermuyten

  • Special Bottle BYO Flexibility

    Guests have the flexibility to bring their own special wine bottles to accompany their seafood meal with a dedicated corkage service alongside a curated drinks list.

    I also love that it's BYO allowing you to bring your special bottles, although the corkage is high at $20 per bottle.

    Fiona Tempany

  • Waterfront Milestone Celebrations

    Whether booking private corner spaces overlooking the beachfront or celebrating milestone birthdays and bottomless brunches, gatherings are treated to dedicated, memorable service.

    We were given the perfect corner area overlooking the beachfront, which felt like our own little private function space… such a beautiful setup for a special occasion.

    Ploy Fondooz

  • Welcoming Environment for Families

    Families are thoughtfully welcomed with dedicated children's menus offering generous portions, along with coloring pages and high chairs for a relaxed outing.

    They were also surprisingly very kid-friendly with coloring pages, kids menu, high chairs and changing table.

    JT

  • Steps from Manly Ferry Wharf

    Located directly on East Esplanade opposite the Manly Wharf ferry terminal, the venue offers seamless transit convenience right off the ferry or beach.

    The location is perfect, just a couple of minutes' walk from the ferry wharf, super convenient.

    Mandy Ma

  • Relaxed Post-Beach and Walk-In Dining

    Guests arriving right off the harbour beach can walk in effortlessly for a seaside lunch without feeling hurried by the hospitable floor team.

    We arrived without a booking, and were probably the last to be seated at the lunchtime service but not rushed at all

    Philippa Martin

Signature fresh catches and classic waterfront specialties

  • Fruits de Mer platter

    We shared the Fruits de Mer platter and loved the variety — fresh oysters, salt & pepper squid, sashimi, king prawns, Moreton Bay bugs, trout and more.

    Tricia Vermuyten

  • Snapper pie

    You've gotta have the snapper pie and sticky date pudding!

    Ericka Lorenzo

  • Fish and chips

    Their fish and chips are great - the beer batter is one of the best I've had being extremely crispy while the fish is firm and fresh.

    Alan CW

  • Moreton Bay bugs

    while my wife had the Morton Bay bugs. Best she has ever had.

    Michael Nossiter

Other favorites

Desserts, craft drinks, and complementary sides to round out your waterfront meal

  • Garfish martini

    The Garfish martini as well as all of the other drinks were amazing.

    jack

  • Coconut parfait

    The coconut parfait dessert was a standout

    Tricia Vermuyten

  • Sticky date pudding

    You've gotta have the snapper pie and sticky date pudding!

    Ericka Lorenzo

  • Chargrilled asparagus

    chargrilled asparagus was bang on and the mash 😜

    Robin Saker

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful celebration gestures and attentive touches that elevate dining by the wharf

  • Complimentary Birthday Dessert

    Guests celebrating birthdays are surprised with a dedicated birthday dessert at the end of the meal.

  • End-of-Meal Celebratory Limoncellos

    Celebratory gatherings like milestone birthday brunches are treated to complimentary limoncellos served at the end of the celebration.

  • Attentive Multilingual Guest Care

    Staff provide considerate, patient service walking non-English speaking guests through seafood choices and menu details.

  • Thoughtful Family Welcome with Coloring Pages

    Families dining with young children receive coloring pages alongside dedicated kids menus and high chairs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you need to book a table in advance?

Garfish accepts bookings, including reservations for weekend dinners and special functions, though walk-ins have also been accommodated depending on table availability.

Can you bring your own wine (BYO)?

Yes. You are welcome to bring your own special bottles of wine for a corkage fee of $20 per bottle, alongside their available wine and drinks list.

Is the restaurant family-friendly for young children?

Yes. The restaurant provides kids' menu selections such as fish and chips, along with colouring pages, high chairs, and a changing table.

What seafood dishes are most recommended?

Shared platters such as the Fruits de Mer seafood platter, the signature snapper pie, and seafood entrees like seared scallops and salt & pepper calamari are popular diner recommendations.

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