Taproom Bar at New Brighton Hotel
71 The Corso, Manly New South Wales 2095, Australia
The Taproom Bar is located on Level 1 and features a private bar and wrap around terrace balcony. This space caters for up to 250 people offering a large indoor area with a private pool table and fitted with both cocktail tables and low dining tables. Soak up the natural light as it spills in from the large wrap around balcony and exposes the stunning views of Manly Beach and The Corso. With an extensive range of whiskeys, hand picked craft beers and delicious cocktails, this level has the perfect bar for any event.
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Reviews for New Brighton Hotel
Chris Gough
I recently visited the The New Brighton Hotel and it absolutely delivered on every level. The location alone is hard to beat—right across from the beach in the heart of Manly, with that relaxed coastal energy you want when you’re out for a good meal or drinks. The venue itself has been done really well. It strikes a great balance between modern and classic pub vibes, with plenty of space whether you’re there for a casual drink, a proper sit-down meal, or a group catch-up. The atmosphere was lively without being over the top, and the crowd felt like a good mix of locals and visitors. Food was a standout—quality well above what you’d expect from a typical pub. Everything came out fresh, well-presented, and full of flavour. The menu has enough variety to suit everyone, and you can tell there’s been a real focus on getting the basics right but elevating them. Service was another highlight. Staff were friendly, attentive, and actually seemed to care about the experience, which makes a big difference. No long waits, no confusion—just smooth, professional service throughout. Overall, this is exactly what you want in a Manly venue: great food, strong atmosphere, top location, and solid service. Definitely one I’ll be coming back to and recommending.
THIRSTY HERB
So this place is doing it all right. Well trained and attentive staff. Cold beer, great menu and plenty of screens to watch sport. Nice little TAB area as well if you’re a punter. Will be back here for sure.
Mariachi out of the Jar
It was raining 🌧 when we visited. We took a table on the terrace which has a glass cover so we were still able to enjoy the outside air and the view to the Manly sea. Watching the rainy Manly was a lovely experience. We had a chill time and good chat thanks to the New Brighton's lovely terrace area. They have pool tables too, so you can have a good fun doing some angular sports! 😁
Anna Campbell
Caught the Ferry over to checkout Manly Beach, stopped in for a couple of pints on the balcony at the New Brighton Hotel. Cold beer and a perfect little spot to sit & watch the world go by.
Mehdi Sharifi
Great food and wonderful drinks! Foods are tasty and made of fresh ingredients! The balcony view is fantastic and is surely visit again!
Other spaces at this venue
The Apex- Taproom Bar
The Apex is located on our Taproom (Level 1) and features a large indoor space and wrap around terrace balcony. This space is suitable for semi private events with groups of up to 50 people. The Apex is a roped off area at the point of our balcony and indoor space giving you prime front-row views of the iconic Manly beach and the Corso. For bookings up to 100 people, enjoy additional balcony space and a larger indoor area to suit your group size.
Rooftop
Elevate your next event by taking over Manly's most iconic Rooftop. With an exclusive hire of the entire Rooftop Garden Bar, your guests will enjoy total privacy across the full floor. The Rooftop Garden Bar invites you in with its lush urban garden setting, relaxed coastal vibe and spectacular views of Manly and Shelly Beach. Enjoy the luxury of your own exclusive bar with private bartenders and waitstaff, private bathrooms and lift access straight to the rooftop.
This hidden gem is the perfect space for any special occasion!