Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Balgowlah

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AmericanItalianSteakhouseSeafoodFrenchIndian

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Bondi AreaEastern SuburbsInner SouthInner WestLower North ShoreNorthern Beaches

Neighbourhoods

AlexandriaBarangarooBelroseBondi BeachChippendaleCircular Quay

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CharmingDog-friendlyFancyGood for business mealsGood for groupsGood for special occasions

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Gender-neutral washroomWheelchair access

52 restaurants available nearby

1. Doyles Garden Bar

4.3

Awesome(198)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Australian • Watsons Bay

Booked 6 times today

Doyles open -air Garden Bar is located right on the beach in Watsons Bay. Try one of our refreshing cocktails, a draught beer or a glass of wine & order from the new garden bar menu. A great place to chill out & watch the sunset !! The bar is located at our restaurant Doyles on the Beach, Watsons Bay. On this, The restaurants original site, Doyles on the Beach opened Australia first seafood restaurant in 1885. We have been family owned and operated for over 5 generations. The restaurant internationally famous and a mecca for Sydneysiders and tourists alike, offering a stunning range of fresh seafood.Outdoor relaxed dining located right next to the beach. Live music on Saturdays 4pm - 7pm & Sunday's 3pm - 6pm weekly.Open from 11.30am until late.For restaurant bookings please book at Doyles on the Beach - not Doyles Garden Bar.

A photo of Doyles on the Beach restaurant

2. Doyles on the Beach

4.4

Awesome(3272)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Watsons Bay

Booked 56 times today

On this, The restaurants original site, Doyles on the Beach opened Australia's first seafood restaurant in 1885. We have been family owned and operated for over 5 generations. The restaurant internationally famous and a mecca for Sydneysiders and tourists alike, offering a stunning range of fresh seafood for lunch and dinner, 7 days a week.Family Friendly, Great for date night!, indoor & outdoor dining located right next to the beach. We cater for families, business lunches, special events, weddings & special occasions. private rooms available.Visit our newly opened open-air Garden Bar (open daily 11.30am - late) , try one of our refreshing cocktails, a draught beer or a glass of wine before dining in the restaurant or why not order from the garden bar menu. (reservations excepted for both the restaurant & garden bar)

3. The Pantry Manly

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4.7

Exceptional(65)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Modern Australian • Manly

Booked 22 times today

Located at the water's edge of world-famous Manly beach, The Pantry Manly is the perfect spot for breakfast, brunch, lunch, or dinner – the ultimate day-to-night dining destination.With a menu focused on fresh, local and seasonal produce, The Pantry Manly offers a taste of modern Australia with a choice of succulent meat dishes, freshly caught seafood and sharing plates complemented by an extensive wine, craft beer and cocktail list.

4. Nikkita Manly

4.7

Exceptional(30)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Cocktail Bar • Manly

Booked 4 times today

Nikkita is a vibrant South American bar and restaurant in Manly, led by Chef Masahiko Yomoda, renowned for his Japanese dishes and chef David Mckin for signature ceviche. Blending Latin and Japanese influences, Nikkita offers a lively beachfront atmosphere with cozy spaces, including a charming backyard. It's the perfect spot to enjoy creative cocktails and award-winning cuisine near the stunning Manly Beach.

5. Analog

4.3

Awesome(58)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Café • Mosman

Booked 10 times today

Analog Mosman is a contemporary café nestled in the heart of Mosman, offering a unique blend of minimalist design and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Known for its carefully curated menu, Analog features specialty coffee and a selection of thoughtfully crafted dishes that emphasize fresh, local ingredients. Whether you're looking for a cosy spot to enjoy a morning brew or a stylish setting for brunch with friends, Analog Mosman delivers a relaxed yet refined dining experience.

6. Hemingway's Manly

4.9

Exceptional(483)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• French • Manly

Booked 4 times today

Welcome to Hemingway's Manly!Among the other venues of Manly, we are lucky to live on the iconic peninsula of Manly – A very unique niche for restauranteurs – and to be part of its food and beverage scene. Where the beach life and the city trends are harmonising, we thrive to offer you a French touch cuisine generously supported by the influence of our Australian way of life.Our products are designed from the span of your everyday life to any wow moment you need to celebrate. Like a good orchestra, the Manly scene needs the most versatile instruments to play her best music in your ears, and this is Hemingway’s part.Come in to try our chef's witty traditional French menu while we mesh the coffee and cocktail-bar culture into the classic Montmartre bistro-style to get the best of both world at your table.

A photo of Garfish Crows Nest restaurant

7. Garfish Crows Nest

4.6

Exceptional(1006)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Crows Nest

Booked 17 times today

Situated in the heart of Crows Nest, our lower north shore restaurant has a distinct cafe feel. Whether you’re looking for an intimate dinner, a place to escape the office or somewhere to meet up with friends, relax, sit back and enjoy the buzz of surrounding Crows Nest while you enjoy Australian seafood at its best. BYO Tuesday (lunch & dinner) and Saturday (lunch only)$8 corkage per person.

A photo of The Bower Restaurant restaurant

8. The Bower Restaurant

4.4

Awesome(18)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Modern Australian • Manly

Booked 3 times today

The Bower Manly is a locally owned and operated business, with a passionate Northern Beaches based crew. We had always wanted to open a restaurant, but never imagined we’d find one in such a perfect location. Our key focus is providing good quality food using the freshest produce, and friendly staff to compliment the stunning yet relaxed setting of Cabbage Tree Bay. The menu changes on a regular basis, to reflect seasonal produce using both local and organic growers wherever possible - serving up coastal cool alfresco vibes. The Bower is a local's favourite, serving up some of the best coffee in Manly with arguably the best view of Shelly Beach. Join us for brekky, brunch, lunch or cocktails, seven days a week, or grab takeaway on your way down to the beach. We have several tables outside making it the perfect spot to take in the fresh ocean air and watch the world go by.

9. Belrose Hotel

4.3

Awesome(741)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Pub • Belrose

Booked 8 times today

Welcome to The Belrose Hotel! One of the northern beaches’ largest hotels and the family-friendly go-to pub for the local community. Boasting Sydney’s largest indoor playground, and a spacious bistro serving a lengthy menu of upmarket pub-fare, as well as a comfortable lounge area with lofty bar, The Belrose Hotel is the perfect venue for whatever you’re planning!Brunch: 10am – 11amLunch: 11am – 2.30pmDinner: 5pm-9pm.Bar Menu: Mon-Thu; 11am-9pmAll Day Menu: Fri, Sat & Sun; 11am-9pm

10. CATALINA

4.8

Exceptional(106)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• Modern Australian • Rose Bay North

Booked 39 times today

Catalina is an iconic harbourside restaurant, family owned and operated since 1994. It is a light airy modern space with wonderful views, floor to ceiling glass, and outdoor balcony seating. The menu is Mediterranean-inspired and features sustainable seafood from the best producers Australia-wide, and grass fed and free range meat and poultry. The wine list is one of the best wine lists in Australia, featuring over 800 wines, and receiving a 3 Goblet rating every year in the Wine List of the Year Awards. The service is welcoming, friendly, informal and yet, professional. An ideal venue for all occasions: from everyday dining, to business lunches, to celebrations, to wedding receptions and events. We look forward to seeing you soon.

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Carla
Sydney •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Always love going to Analog. We had such a nice night and the food is delicious.
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AnalogPrice: Moderate• Café• Mosman
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4.3
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Laurence
Toronto / Ontario •2 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Delightful meal served by pleasant staff in a great location
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Doyles on the BeachPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Watsons Bay
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4.4
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Diana
London •5 reviews
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
Lovely meal, good service, friendly staff in pleasant surroundings.
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The Pantry ManlyPrice: Expensive• Modern Australian• Manly
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4.7
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Charmaine
Edinburgh/Midlothian •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Feb 26, 2025
The food and wine were delicious. The service was also excellent. Would highly recommend
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Nikkita ManlyPrice: Expensive• Cocktail Bar• Manly
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4.7
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christine
London •3 reviews
4.0
Dined on Feb 23, 2025
Great table close to the seafront. Relaxed ambiance. Food was good but would have preferable service
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Doyles Garden BarPrice: Moderate• Australian• Watsons Bay
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4.3

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