Donny's

Donny’s is a restaurant and bar in Manly, Sydney, built around a two-storey loft setting that combines rustic Australian touches with the look and feel of New York-themed bars. The venue’s stated aim is to provide a warm, comfortable place to unwind with friends and family, although minors are not permitted on the premises. With its late-night trading and entertainment programme, it is best suited to adults looking for a relaxed dinner, drinks or a lively night out.

The food and drinks offering covers a broad bar-and-dining format rather than a narrowly defined cuisine. The menu includes house-speciality cocktails, local beers and a selected wine list, alongside dishes and shared options such as American-style bites, canapés, grazing platters and charcuterie stations. The venue’s charcuterie platters can be arranged in different sizes and include meats, cheese, pickled vegetables, olives, pâté and artisan breads, with gluten-free options available on request. Weekend bottomless brunch combines signature cocktails, house beverages and American-style food, while recurring offers include a rump steak meal on Tuesdays and Ploughman’s platters on Wednesdays.

Entertainment is a central part of the experience. Live acts are scheduled from Friday through Monday, with a Thursday rockaoke night where performers take requests. There is also daily happy hour from 5pm to 7pm, featuring selected cocktails, snacks and house drinks. The programme includes a hospitality-focused Monday with discounted drinks, making Donny’s a practical choice for industry gatherings as well as casual catch-ups. As offers and events are subject to change, checking the venue’s current listings before visiting is sensible.

For larger groups, Donny’s offers function packages that can be tailored around food and drinks, including canapés, grazing platters and beverage options. Its loft space is set up for different event styles, from sit-down dinners and cocktail parties to product launches, with capacity listed as 30 seated or 65 standing. The venue trades from late afternoon or evening into the early hours, depending on the day, and is located at 7 Market Place, Manly. Its Google rating is 4.4 from 643 reviews.