
Chica Bonita Manly
A vibrant Mexican restaurant on the Manly Corso, rated 4.5 across more than 1,200 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Chica Bonita sits on The Corso in Manly, the bustling pedestrian strip linking the wharf to the beach in one of Sydney's most iconic seaside suburbs. A vibrant Mexican restaurant, it brings colourful, festive flavours and a buzzing atmosphere to the popular Corso — combining crowd-pleasing Mexican food and margaritas with a lively, sociable vibe, the kind of fun spot that suits a lively meal out.
The appeal is that combination of quality Mexican food, a great drinks offering and a lively, welcoming atmosphere in a prime Manly location, ideal for a group dinner, drinks and shared plates or a fun night out near the beach. The festive style of Mexican dining pairs perfectly with the easygoing Manly mood, and Chica Bonita has clearly won over a big, loyal crowd.
With a 4.5 rating from more than 1,200 reviews, it's clearly delighting its diners. Menus, drinks lists, opening hours and pricing change with the seasons, and a popular Manly restaurant fills up on weekends and over summer, so it's worth checking current details and booking directly before you go — particularly if you're dining with a group, after a table at a peak time, or visiting Manly in peak season.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- 11:30 – 15:00, 18:00 – 22:00
- WednesdayToday
- 11:30 – 15:00, 18:00 – 22:00
- Thursday
- 11:30 – 15:00, 18:00 – 22:00
- Friday
- 11:30 – 22:00
- Saturday
- 11:30 – 22:00
- Sunday
- 11:30 – 21:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 80
- Popularity
- 94
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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