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China Beach

43-45 North Steyne, New South Wales NSW 2095, Australia
(02) 9976 0050
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Ranked #1 of 96 restaurants in Manly
5.0 of 5 stars 21 Reviews
Cuisines: Asian
Dining options: Reservations
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Sydney
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4 reviews 4 reviews
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2012

Great beachfront location, funky decor and food and cocktails to die for! More

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Brisbane, Australia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 April 2012

We visited China Beach on a trip advisor recommendation and were not disappointed. The funky and vibrant decor complimented the amazing flavours. The dishes were all distinctive and true to taste and the idea of share plates means you get to try more. Well worth the effort and if your brave try the incredible spicy jungle curry. More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2012

All the diners have travelled majority of Asia and south east Asia and we have not experienced such beautiful Asian food. We had 6 main courses and all had a starter with not a fault to any dish... The standouts were the soft shell crab as a starter and the duck as a main. However the massamum beef was just... More

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Sydney, Australia
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 March 2012

The food was brilliant. We had a banquet (plus scallops as they are a must!). Best Asian food. Really helpful service. We sat outside on a sunny day which was delightful (it also avoided the one problem with this place, being that if you are inside you cannot hear eachother talk). More

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tasmania
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23 reviews 23 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 March 2012

Loved this restaurant, long with everyone else, it was packed. Food was good, atmosphere was good and price was good More

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Sydney
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10 reviews 10 reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 March 2012

I've eaten at China Beach approx 6 times and every time it's fantastic. Great asian cuisine and lovely cocktails. It's a winner. More

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Rapid City, South Dakota
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42 reviews 42 reviews
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24 helpful votes 24 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 March 2012

This is over the top fusion Asian food that won't disappoint. Ask your server to recommend their most popular dishes and don't be put off by the unappetizing terms like "hocks" and "shins". The food here is fairly priced and absolutely to die for. It's worth the ferry ride from Sydney for sure! More

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Odawara, Japan
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2012

I visited a few times in January 2012 and tried many of the dishes. Everything was delicious and well-presented. China Beach is right on Manly surf beach and quite easy to get to, just near the end of the Corso. From inside the restaurant, the views of the ocean are somewhat limited, but that's made up for by the creatively... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2012
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This was my first visit to China Beach at Manly & it won't be my last. The food was sensational... I love food and this would have to be in my top 10 restaurants worldwide. Friends took me here for my birthday lunch, great location across the road from the beach and at short walk from The Corso. Everything we... More

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London, United Kingdom
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16 reviews 16 reviews
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 February 2012

Excellent restaurant. Short menu but all the food we had was of a very high standard. Service was brilliant. It is at the expensive end of the market but not outrageously so. Well worth a look if staying in Manly. More

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