Keith's on Cambridge

Keith’s on Cambridge is a waterfront restaurant and café in Manly, Brisbane, positioned on Cambridge Parade near the Manly Heated Swimming Pool. It overlooks the Manly Boat Harbour and out towards Moreton Bay, making it a natural stop after a walk along the waterfront. The outlook is a key part of the experience, particularly around sunset when the harbour’s yachts provide a changing backdrop for a meal or drink.

The venue caters across the day with breakfast, brunch and lunch, along with coffee and cake. Its food is described as modern Australian, with an emphasis on fresh ingredients and carefully presented plates. One of the more substantial breakfast choices is the lamb breakfast, served with two lamb cutlets, poached eggs, grilled halloumi, caramelised onion, and a rocket and Parmesan salad. It is a fuller option for mornings when coffee and toast will not quite do.

For an evening meal, the website highlights pork belly paired with scallops, colcannon mash, celeriac purée and watercress salad. The menu also includes tapas, which can suit a more relaxed meal shared among friends. Diners have specifically praised the coffee, the presentation of the food and the range of choices on the breakfast menu, while the venue’s own description points to a relaxed atmosphere and friendly service.

Keith’s on Cambridge works for several kinds of visit: a coffee stop after a Manly walk, a daytime meal with a view, or a sunset catch-up over drinks and shared plates. The marina outlook gives it a stronger sense of place than a typical suburban café, while the broad day-to-evening offering makes it flexible for both casual visits and longer meals. It is located at the corner of Cambridge Parade and the Esplanade in Manly.