Sketch Manly
A well-regarded restaurant in the heart of Manly, rated 4.8 across more than 400 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Sketch sits on Pittwater Road in Manly, one of Sydney's most popular northern-beaches suburbs just back from the famous beach and the Corso. A well-regarded restaurant, it's earned a strong reputation in a relaxed seaside town spoiled for dining choice — a clear sign of a place delivering both genuinely good food and a great experience.
The appeal is that combination of quality cooking and a welcoming, characterful setting in the heart of Manly, ideal for a relaxed dinner, a catch-up or a special meal close to the beach. In a suburb with no shortage of options, building a strong following speaks to a kitchen and team doing things properly.
With a 4.8 rating from more than 400 reviews, it's clearly delighting its diners. Menus, 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 the beaches in peak season.
Reviewed by Iyan B.
Practical details
Opening hours
Open now- Monday
- 07:00 – 14:00, 16:30 – 21:30
- Tuesday
- 07:00 – 14:00, 16:30 – 21:30
- WednesdayToday
- 07:00 – 14:00, 16:30 – 21:30
- Thursday
- 07:00 – 14:00, 16:30 – 21:30
- Friday
- 07:00 – 22:00
- Saturday
- 07:00 – 22:00
- Sunday
- 07:00 – 22:00
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 90
- Popularity
- 81
- Information quality
- 30
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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