Dining in the Manning
When you're on holidays it's often difficult to find a good place to eat or one that suits the needs of your family. Fast food often replaces good dining and a well balanced meal.
To help visitors find what they want, we've put together a list of restaurants and fine dining establishments in the Manning.
If you are a local business and would like to appear on this page, please contact the Visitor Information Centre on 02 6592 5444 or send us an email.
 | Harrington HotelBeach Street, HarringtonSun, surf and the Harrington Hotel make his venue the perfect place for lunch or dinner 7 days a week. There is local seafood and you can dine indoors or outdoors with superb river and ocean views.  7 days for lunch (12 - 2pm) and dinner (6 - 8pm) Licenced premises Family friendly 02 6556 1205 |
 | 3 NippersAustralis Resort, Diamond Beach Road, Diamond BeachLocated just behind Diamond Beach, award winning restaurant 3 Nippers caters for in house guests of Australis Diamond Beach Resort & Spa, locals and regional guests. Contemporary in design with indoor and outdoor seating, 3 Nippers caters daily restaurant service and specialises in functions, conferences and weddings. Mon - Sun: lunch and dinner Licenced premises Family friendly 02 6559 2719www.australishotels.com/diamondbeach |
 | Bent On Food95 Isabella St, WinghamBent on Food is the Manning Valley’s most awarded cafe and a recipient of the Qantas 2009 National Tourism Award for Best Tourism Restaurant. Bent on Food is the place to be seen and is a destination for foodies with a providore section to entice the senses. Many ingredients are used in the menu and combined with other fresh regional produce. Bent on Food can be booked for functions and has regular music nights not to be missed twice a month. Mon - Sun: breakfast and lunch and coffee BYO Family friendly 02 6557 0727www.bentonfood.com.au |
 | Club Taree: Ironbark RestaurantWingham Road, TareeWith the services of an RSL and golf club combined, the Ironbark Restaurant is open daily with a freshly cooked to order menu for lunch and dinner. Overlooking the golf course, this is a peaceful venue to dine. Mon - Sun: lunch and dinner Licenced premises Family friendly 02 6539 4000 |
 | The Bean BarGround Floor, 1 Pulteney Street, TareeLocated on the banks of the Manning River serving breakfast and lunch 7 days per week and open Thursday, Friday and Saturday nights with a tapas menu till 10pm. Winner, Manning Valley 2010 Business Awards for Best Cafe/Restaurant Breakfast and lunch 7 days per week, Thursday, Friday and Saturday till 10pm for tapas or A La Carte Licenced premises Family friendly 02 6550 0022 |
 | Fish, Fish, FishShop 14, Valley Fair - Victoria Street, TareeOn Victoria Street in Taree, Fish, Fish, Fish serves a sumptious seafood menu with locally caught seafood fare to impress food lovers. Tue - Friday: breakfast and lunch, Tue - Saturday for dinner Licenced premises Family friendly 02 6552 2116 |
 | Raw Sugar Café214 Victoria Street, TareeLocated in the heart of Victoria Street, Raw Sugar Café serves breakfast, lunch and coffee Mon - Sun: breakfast and lunch and coffee BYO Family friendly 02 6550 0137 |
 | Harrigans Irish PubHarrington Waters, HarringtonOverlooking the Manning River at Harrington, all the charm and service you'd expect from an Irish Pub. Sit outside and soak up the sun or in the dining room with a view. Sat - Sun: Breakfast, lunch and dinner, Mon - Fri lunch and dinner Licenced premises 02 6556 0555www.harrigans.com.au |
 | McDonalds11 Manning River Drive, TareeThere are two McDonalds in Taree at the Highway Service Centre just off the freeway at the southern entrance and opposite the Visitor Information Centre at Taree North. Both have a McCafe. Mon - Sun: 7 days with a 24 hour drive thru at Taree South Family friendly 02 6551 2122www.mcdonalds.com.au |
 | The Bowlo BistroMain Street, Hallidays PointLocated at the Black Head Bowling Club with views over the Pacific Ocean, this is a great place to dine and take in the ocean from the view on the hill. Mon - Sun: lunch and dinner Licenced premises Family friendly 02 6559 2923 |
 | Little Darlings Doll MuseumCrn Failford Rd and Lakes Way, FailfordA café is located within the Doll Museum for your convenience Wed - Fri: lunch and coffee. Family friendly 02 6554 3131 |
 | Artisans Retreat702 Tinonee Road, MondrookOverlooking Mondrook and down onto the Manning River is Artisans Retreat. Drop into their café for some stunning home baked Italian cakes and admire the views whilst you enjoy lunch or a snack at their friendly café. Thur - Mon: lunch and coffee BYO Family friendly 02 6553 1199 |
 | Mondrook Garden Cafe699 Tinonee Rd, MondrookIn the heart of Mondrook is Mondrook Gardens which can be booked for a variety of functions and weddings. Group bookings can be made for 8 people and more throughout the week. Fri - Sun: lunch and coffee BYO Family friendly 02 6553 1423 |
 | Gasperro's @ Harrington50 Beach Street, HarringtonLocated within the Harrington Bowling Club serving Italian fare with views across the Manning River. Mon - Sun: lunch and dinner Licenced premises Family friendly 02 6556 1155 |
 | The Other Side Gallery & TeahouseMoto Road, Ghinni GhinniCombining amazing art, fantastic food, homemade desserts and great coffee. Sit by the river surrounded by beautiful countryside or dine indoors and admire the artwork. Something for everyone. Thur – Sun: 10am to 4pm for lunch and coffee BYO Family friendly 02 6553 8890 |
 | Moorland CottageHannam Vale Rd, MoorlandEnjoy freshly cooked meals and the peaceful garden setting for the best scones on the coast. Serving devonshire teas and lunch with indoor and outdoor dining available. Mon - Sun: lunch and coffee BYO Family friendly 0413 230 831 |
 | SailosMacquarie Street, TareeLocated on the banks of the picturesque Manning River serving lunch and dinner 7 days with a changing menu. Mon - Sun: lunch and dinner Licenced premises Family friendly 02 6552 8766 |
 | Johns River Tavern15 Stewarts River Road, Johns RiverThe Blacksmiths Inn serves home cooked meals and there is indoor and outdoor seating available for all patrons. Tue - Sun: lunch and dinner on Thursday Licenced premises Family friendly 02 6556 5001 |
 | Tellers Restaurant48 Bent Street, WinghamThe Bank Guest House & Tellers Restaurant is an oasis of stylish accommodation and dining specialising in regional cuisine served in the old banking chamber, exclusively for in house guests and private functions. Fully licenced for up to 50 people. Private functions and in house guests only Licenced premises 02 6553 5068 |
 | Stones Seafood & Oysters479 Harrington Road, HarringtonCome in and sample our fresh locally sourced oysters, prawns, lobsters, crab and fish. Can also provide seafood trays and platters. Mon - Sunday Family friendly 02 6556 3222 |
| Cooee Aussie BBQ Barn98 Wingham Road, TareeGreat Aussie BBQ $15 and under with salmon, lamb, chorizo, chicken and pork. Gourmet burgers, robust skewers, salads and your choice of meats. Tues – Sat: 9am – 3pm Family friendly 02 6552 3313 |
