Hotel Steyne

Manly presents a competitive food scene and the Hotel Steyne keeps up with the pack, meaning its wide, open spaces can get pretty busy at weekends. Solid wooden tables next to vast windows with ocean views are the best bet. A fire blazes away on a cold day. The salt-and-pepper squid is outstanding, even if not very Asian. A posh nosh choice of pan-fried snapper comes with roast potatoes, garlicky green beans and olives, a hit all round. The range of boutique brews is a beer-lover's dream, and the staff raid the bottle-shop to extend the wine list.