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Open Fire Kitchen + Bar - The Arsonist, Manly, AU-QLD

The Arsonist

4.8 (1462)
$41 to $100
Modern Australian
457 Esplanade, Manly, AU-QLD 4179

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Neighborhood gem
A restaurant experience the Bayside has never seen before. A luxe dining and specialty bar, where fire is the hero.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Barbecue
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mathew Fulford
  • Neighborhood
    Manly
  • Cross street
    Cambridge Parade
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Cocktail Masterclass

    A$99.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    Join us for an intimate afternoon workshop and educational cocktail experience with our Bar Manager, Benjamin Wright The class will outline the fundamentals of creating restaurant quality drinks at home in a casual, fun interactive environment, and will include drinks and snacks. $99pp ONLY SIX SEATS AVAILABLE ***Please note public holidays will incur a 15% surcharge. Additional amount to be paid on the day***
  • Large Group Bookings $110pp - Feasting Menu

    A$110.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    For all groups of 11 or more guests we ask that you choose one of our feasting menus, the$99pp feasting menu can be found on our website. ***Please list any dietary requirements*** ***Please note public holidays will incur a 15% surcharge. Additional amount to be paid on the day***
  • Large Group Bookings - $90pp Feasting Menu

    A$90.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Multiple dates available
    For all groups of 11 or more guests we ask that you choose one of our feasting menus, the$79pp feasting menu can be found on our website. ***Please list any dietary requirements*** ***Please note public holidays will incur a 15% surcharge. Additional amount to be paid on the day***

What 1,462 people are saying

The Arsonist reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Brisbane

    Best Overall

  • Brisbane

    Best Food

  • Brisbane

    Best Service

  • Brisbane

    Innovative

  • Brisbane

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Brisbane

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Arsonist offers "absolutely amazing" food and "fantastic" service, making it a top choice in Brisbane. Guests rave about the delectable set menus and the friendly, attentive staff. Despite occasional noise and warmth, the ambiance is praised as "lovely." A must-visit for special occasions with standout dishes like mushroom skewers and duck.
1,462 Reviews
  1. Max

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional food paired with attentive, polite customer service.

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  2. Terese

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is absolutely amazing, one of the best restaurants in Brisbane. Staff is professional, friendly and attentive. It’s our go to for special occasions.

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  3. Richard

    Queensland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Highly recommend the $90 set menu. Everything on it is exquisite. Make sure you come in with an empty stomach.

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  4. Kimberley

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Dining at The Arsonist was such a great experience. The food was amazing, with a great selection to choose from. And the staff were super attentive and friendly. Would recommend.

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  5. Daniel

    Gold Coast2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely unreal. Always a pleasure dining with you guys. Consistently elite.

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  6. Karissa

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional food! We love dining here as we are never disappointed.

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  7. Jacqui

    Tropical QLD1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food. Lovely atmosphere. We will definitely go again.

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  8. Jenna-Kate

    Sydney1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food, phenomenal staff! Absolutely loved this dining experience!!!

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  9. Nushy

    Brisbane1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Mushroom skewers Devine! Coal fired rum banana supurb for dessert. Loved sharing dishes. Amazing dining experience 😍

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  10. Matt

    Gold Coast3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Went for dinner and opted to choose from the menu rather than the two fixed price options. The restaurant was extremely busy (full) and the only detraction of this was the ambient noise of people talking was quite loud, and made listening to the waitress difficult at times, but not the whole time. The food was first rate, and one of the best places I have eaten at certainly around Brisbane and the Gold Coast. The presentation was excellent, and the different taste combinations were unique, interesting but all very good. Everything was cooked as you would expect in a place like this and very tasty. One of the good things about our dinner was the timing of when they bought out are share plates, each one followed on, and we didn't have plates of food sitting there going cold while we got through the previous plate, it was refreshing and pleasing to experience so kudos to the chefs and wait staff. Its a low light setting, so if you wear glasses, take them for the menus, but this is not a detraction, just point to note. the Ambience is quite good with that setting if you were on a date, or a special occaision. I would definitely go back to here. Its pricey for some things but the quality is worth the expense. Dishes to have the Kingfish Crudo, Mushroom Skewers, Lamb Backstrap and the Chocolate pudding were all fantastic.

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FAQs

The Arsonist is rated 4.8 stars by 1462 OpenTable diners.

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  3. Brisbane
  4. Eastern Suburbs
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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Arsonist

457 Esplanade, Manly, AU-QLD 4179

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Cambridge Parade
  • Neighborhood
    Manly
  • Hours of operation
    Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $41 to $100
  • Cuisines
    Modern Australian, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Barbecue
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Mathew Fulford
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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