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

The Arsonist

4.8
4.8
1430 Reviews
$41 to $100
Modern Australian

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2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Great for fine wines
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
  • Phone number
    (07) 3396 8962 ext. 2
  • Website
    http://thearsonist.com.au/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Mathew Fulford
  • Location
    457 Esplanade, Manly, AU-QLD 4179
  • 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

  • Dinner Series - Wine Dinner with Oliver's Taranga

    A$220.00 per person

    Prepaid

    Mar 20, 2025 only
    The Arsonist Dinner Series with Oliver’s Taranga Vineyards ***Please note this is a function type event, you will be seated with your group. However, there may be a possibility that you will be sharing the table with another group. We will try to accommodate all requests, due to our layout not all requests can be accommodated. If there are conflicts, we will be in touch.***

  • Large Group Bookings $105pp - Feasting Menu

    A$105.00 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***

Menu

View menu on restaurant's website

What 1,430 people are saying

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

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Brisbane

    Best Overall

  • Brisbane

    Best Food

  • Brisbane

    Best Service

  • Brisbane

    Innovative

  • Brisbane

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Brisbane

    Great for scenic views

  • Brisbane

    Good for special occasions

  • Eastern Suburbs

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Arsonist delights diners with its "amazing food" and "fantastic service," creating a "flawless" dining experience. Guests rave about the "creative cocktails" and "extraordinary" wine selection. Despite occasional warmth, the "beautiful ambiance" and "friendly, attentive staff" ensure an unforgettable visit. Highly recommended for special occasions and gourmet adventures.

1,430 Reviews

  1. Eben

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place to go and eat. The food is always amazing.

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  2. Sharon

    Brisbane

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    We were a group of three there for a birthday dinner. We had the $105 feeast. Food was fabulous and never disappoints. However it was. Hot humid night. Windows open. Aircon simply did not cope. It was stifling inside. Too hot. Uncomfortable. Still love then venue but won’t do Feb dinner there again. Much more enjoyable in a cooler climate.

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  3. Corey

    Brisbane

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual food was fantastic. Out 3rd visit and have had something different each time . Service was fantastic . Quick friendly , polite and knowledgeable of products Including trying a new whiskey and the barman came out to help select. Exceptional service. Thank you

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  4. Amanda

    Brisbane

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This place never disappoints but last night was exceptional. We have dined here before and had great food and the service has always been of a high standard but I’ve recently had to do an elimination diet and now I have some odd dietary requirements (low acid, no vinegar, no fermented food etc) which can be tricky to work around but nothing was too much trouble for them. I love scallops but couldn’t have the ones on the menu, without me asking they offered to make scallops I could eat with garlic butter. The barman came over to check what I could drink and made me my own off menu drink that was so yummy and went so well with the lamb. The waitress was attentive and friendly and the kitchen staff double checked ingredients in each dish to make sure. The food was delicious as always - my husband had steak and it was so tender and juicy he could cut it with his fork. My kids shared the duck and were very happy. Massive Thankyou to all the staff. It was so lovely to be able to come and have a restaurant experience where I didn’t feel as though I was missing out. Exceeded expectations. Best service I’ve ever experienced and very genuine.

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  5. J

    Brisbane

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 8, 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    the overall was not too bad. inside sitting but it was extremely hot. the restaurant's hygiene could be better instead of training waitors to promote / push on pricy not on the menu special dishes.

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  6. Karen

    Brisbane

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on January 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    High quality food and service. Staff friendly and excellent service. All facilities available including wheelchair users.

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  7. Treena

    Brisbane

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always are fantastic experience. The food & service never disappoints .

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  8. Richard

    London

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and fantastic service with a french flair …as always. You will see us back

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  9. Amanda

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on January 22, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food, cocktails and wine were extraordinary. Very creative and well thought out. Sat at the bar which in January was a bit uncomfortable temperature wise, but still an excellent food and drink experience.

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  10. Marie

    Brisbane

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on January 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food is sensational, as is the service. The o lt thing I would suggest is better air conditioning. Otherwise it was an amazing lunch, as always.

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FAQs

The Arsonist is rated 4.8 stars by 1430 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
11:30 PM
Booked 13 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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