The Arsonist

4.8

1430 Reviews

$A41 to $A100

Modern Australian

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

22:00

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
$A41 to $A100
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
Area
Manly
Cross Street
Cambridge Parade
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

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
20 Mar 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***

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

Diners' Choice Awards

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

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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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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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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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Amanda
Brisbane
7 reviews
5.0
7 reviews
Dined on 8 February 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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J
Brisbane
1 review
2.0
1 review
Dined on 8 February 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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Karen
Brisbane
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on 30 January 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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Treena
Brisbane
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 26 January 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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Richard
London
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 26 January 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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Amanda
Los Angeles
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 22 January 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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Marie
Brisbane
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on 19 January 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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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.

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2 people

17 Feb 2025

22:00

Booked 13 times today

Experiences are available.

457 Esplanade, Manly, AU-QLD 4179

Additional information

Cross Street
Cambridge Parade
Area
Manly
Hours of Operation
Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$A41 to $A100
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
Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace

Website
http://thearsonist.com.au/
Phone number
(07) 3396 8962 ext. 2

The Arsonist

Make a booking

Additional information

Experiences

Cocktail Masterclass

Dinner Series - Wine Dinner with Oliver's Taranga

Large Group Bookings $105pp - Feasting Menu

Menu

What 1,430 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

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