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WELCOME TO The Captain's Parrot Café

The Captain's Parrot Café is located on the sun drenched, harbour side patio of the Wynnum Manly Yacht Club.  The Café offers quality coffee, breakfast, lunch and dinner and gladly welcomes humans AND their fur-babies.

"A great spot for quality coffee and a quiet breakfast in Manly!"

OPENING HOURS

Monday          CLOSED 

Tuesday          CLOSED

Wednesday    7am - 2pm

Thursday         7am - 2pm

Friday              7am - 8pm

Saturday         7am - 5pm*

Sunday.           7am - 5pm

* Paul & Pinky welcome event and advanced large group dinner bookings for Saturday evenings.  

Meet the Team!

When Wynnum Manly Yacht Club went looking for new caterers to operate out of the WMYC kitchen, they called on long-time locals Paul and Pinky, of Creative Mobile Kitchen fame . 

In operation since mid-2022, The Captain's Parrot is going from strength to strength and developing a reputation for high quality, fresh, house made meals, friendly service and a tranquil location.

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" The best dining Bayside! .. once you discover this little gem you'll be back for lunch and coffee and dinner and brunch... ”

Judy Calderazzo

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542 Royal Esplanade, Manly, 4179

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• Dining style Casual Dining
• Price $40 and under
• Cuisines Seafood, Modern Australian, Café
• Hours of Operation Fri 4:00 pm–8:00 pm Sat 11:30 am–8:00 pm Sun 11:30 am–6:00 pm
• Phone number 0473 517 635
• Website http://www.yachties.com.au/
• Dress Code Smart Casual
• Location 542 Royal Esplanade, Manly, AU-QLD 4179
• Area Wynnum
• Parking Details None
• Public Transit e Scooter parking at gate way <br />Parking onsite for members<br />parking on street for guests

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• 3.6 Service
• 3.7 Ambience

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Manly yacht club.

Manly Yacht Club is the perfect waterfront venue for your wedding, party or corporate event. Situated on the eastern shore of Manly Cove in a beautiful, character filled heritage listed building, this is the ultimate venue for a special celebration. Manly Yacht Club offers a stunning vista of Sydney Harbour from our generous sheltered balcony. Our venue is a blank canvas limited only by your imagination.

This unique venue gives you the flexibility to use any caterer, cater yourself or use one of the caterers we recommend who regularly service functions at our club. This means you are in complete control of your food and budget.

We also give you the advantage of arranging your own beverages, entertainment and decoration. Buy your own drinks (alcoholic and non alcoholic) and have them delivered to stock the bar. We do not charge a corkage fee. Again this means you are not limited to an expensive beverage package and you can choose your drinks on offer and your spend. Alternatively have your guests BYO or book a total bar service.

Suited to both seated and cocktail style functions, the hall can seat up to 100 guests. Our covered balcony with breathtaking views can seat up to 60 guests. Alternatively the venue can hold 170 for a cocktail style function utilizing the whole venue. We have tables and chairs for 100 people available at no additional charge.

Bookings are typically for the whole day and evening allowing your event to commence at a convenient time. Guests must leave by 11:30pm.

Our club can facilitate a wide range of functions, from casual BBQ or luncheon to a cocktail party, formal dinner or wedding banquet. Manly Yacht Club is a unique corporate venue also suitable for meetings, conferences, product launches, promotions or business entertaining (see our Corporate Functions page).

Manly Yacht Club is a friendly, family orientated not-for-profit sailing club. All money from venue hire goes towards upgrading the club, maintenance and sailing activities for kids and Sailability.

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The menu of Australian cuisine is to the pleasure of all clients here. You can always enjoy perfectly cooked oysters , pasta and filet américain - a special offer of this cafe. Good draft beer goes well with the nice meal. You will hardly forget great tea or delicious coffee that you can taste.

There is a beautiful view from Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron . Many visitors mention that the bar staff is competent at this place. Affordable prices are what you are to pay for your meal. The spectacular decor and charming ambiance let guests feel relaxed here. This spot has got Google 4.4 according to the guests' opinions.

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Manly Yacht Club is a friendly, family orientated not-for-profit sailing club. All money from venue hire goes towards upgrading the club, maintenance and sailing activities for kids and Sailability.

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Manly: Visitor’s Guide

Many years ago, I wandered into the small harbour-side village of Manly near Brisbane and fell in love. It has just about everything a boatie could desire: numerous boating clubs and marinas, a bustling but laid-back café and shopping precinct, and protected sailing with plenty of places to explore on Moreton Bay.

Today, I call the area home and my early impressions of Manly have been cemented. In fact, one year on from settling here, I realise I have only just scratched the surface.

Manly is only 19km from Brisbane, so it is only a short train or bus ride into the city, if you want to go exploring.

The Village

Manly Village is the hub of the action, with a plethora of cafes, restaurants, a hotel, bakery, chemist, and IGA supermarket. There is even a heated public swimming pool.

The farmer’s markets every second Saturday, and weekly craft markets every Sunday on the esplanade are a major drawcard. But there is a busy list of other kinds of attractions, including outdoor movies.

The Aboriginal Mipirimm people were the original inhabitants of Manly. The European settlement started in the 1860s. The area became a popular seaside location by the early 1900s.

For the boaties, Manly is the place to find a number of boating businesses that can address various needs.

Boaties are well catered for by long-time institution Muir Marine, which carries 10,000 product lines, and anything from a boat hook to a new anchor.

Yacht brokers Mike Davidson and Geoff Marsh, from Oceana Yacht Brokers and The Yacht Brokerage, respectively, are always happy to have a chat about all-things boating. Their window displays are truly the stuff of dreams.

The friendly staff at the Wynnum Manly tourist information centre on the William Gun Jetty near the pool can also answer questions and supply you with an armful of brochures.

Where to stay

Adjacent to the village fronting the Royal Esplanade, you will find more than 1,500 marina berths in four marinas.

Most visitors opt to berth in a marina. There is no close-at-hand all-weather anchorage the locals recommend, apart from Waterloo Bay off Wellington Point just outside the harbour, which is only comfortable in winds under 25 knots.

The Moreton Bay Trailer Boat Club (MBTBC) is right across from Manly Village, and next to the Wynnum Manly Yacht Club (WMYC), the East Coast Marina, and the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron (RQYS). Just around the corner to the north up the Brisbane River is the Rivergate Marina and Shipyard.

The Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron (RQYS) welcomes all varieties of boat owners. It is a mecca for competitive sailing, with the social Wednesday Afternoon Go Sailing (WAGS) race on Wednesdays, and the more serious point-score-type racing on Saturdays and Sundays. The Squadron has a very active sail-training program, which has proven successful at the international level. Five of the eleven sailors who represented Australia at the 2016 Rio Olympics hailed from this club.

The Moreton Bay Trailer Boat Club (MBTBC) and Wynnum Manly Yacht Club (WMYC) also welcome boaties of every variety, and both have restaurants and bars (although the yacht club’s clubhouse is only open part-time, so check before visiting).

Despite their multi-million-dollar water views, the food and drink prices at the clubs are competitive, with some enticing specials. My favourites include the two-for-one meal option at the Squadron Harbour View Restaurant at RQYS on Thursday nights, and the $12.90 steak lunch at MBTBC, Mondays to Saturdays.

The East Coast Marina is a commercial marina and does not have a clubhouse. It has a café and excellent liveaboard facilities, plus a multi-million-dollar dry-stack development.

The clubs have their own boat ramps, but use of these is normally restricted to members. However, there is an excellent multi-lane public boat ramp on the north side of the MBTBC. If you want to leave your trailerable on the hardstand overnight, you can leave it in the car park here. But if you prefer a secure hardstand, the RQYS has limited hardstand trailerable spaces available for short-term visitors, as does the East Coast Marina.

All marinas have travel-lifts and hardstand areas where you can slip your boat to have work done, with mechanics and shipwrights and other essential trades on tap. The clubs also have visitor’s wharves where you can stop for a quick meal or drink – but make sure to call first. If you need a marina berth, you have to book well in advance because demand for casual berths is high.

Exploring on water

Deciding where to go will be difficult because you are truly spoiled for choice.

On the eastern side of Moreton Bay protecting the bay from the open ocean, you have Moreton Island to the north and North Stradbroke Island to the south. Moreton Island has the famous Tangalooma wrecks, while North Stradbroke has the popular anchorage of Deanbilla Bay, and the Dunwich Little Ship Club.

Offshore from Manly, you will find the islands that locals love for a quick getaway – Green, St Helena and Peel Islands.

Green Island is the closest, so it is the most popular. It has a sandy beach and reasonable anchorage on the western side, so it is protected from easterlies and north-easterlies. It is a great spot to escape the madding crowds, and enjoy a sundowner looking back on the city lights.

St Helena, to the north of Green Island, boasts the ruins of a historic convict settlement. A commercial company conducts guided tours on Wednesdays and Sundays, and you can join for just $30 if you are visiting in your own boat. You will feel like you have met the convicts who were incarcerated here by the end of the tour because all the guides dress in character and play their parts with glee. The main anchorage at St Helena Island is next to the jetty at the southwestern corner of the island, so it is protected from easterlies. The toilet block is only open when tours are on.

Peel Island is a short motor to the south of Green Island, towards Dunwich on North Stradbroke Island. Peel was a leper colony and some ruins remain today (although long-time locals tell me there is no public access because they contain asbestos). The main anchorage is Horseshoe Bay on the southern side, so it is protected from north-westerlies. Peel Island boasts a lovely sandy beach and has a national parks pit toilet. If the wind turns, Lazarette Gutter on the north side of the island is comfortable in southeasterly through southwesterly winds. Take care navigating around the island because of numerous coral outcrops, and a wreck off the south side.

While you are at Peel Island, nip across to the Little Ship Club, located on the waterfront of the One Mile anchorage in Dunwich on North Stradbroke. You can pull up to the sandy beach or the back of their jetty. This Club really pumps on the weekend, but with a laid-back kind of island vibe you will find hard to tear yourself away from.

Both the RQYS and MBTBC have moorings at some of the islands in the bay, but these are normally restricted to members.

And last, but by no means least, the Brisbane River just north of Manly makes a great day trip when it is windy out in the bay. You can find limited anchoring room upriver, or leave your boat at the Rivergate Marina and Shipyard not far from the river’s mouth, and catch a ferry to get around. Mud Island just outside (north of St Helena Island) has a reasonable anchorage on the northwest side, protected from south-easterlies.

Safety-wise, there are a few things to be aware of. While Moreton Bay is protected, it is quite shallow. A sharp chop up to two metres can develop when the wind picks up, so it is wise to avoid strong winds against the tide. Also note that the Port of Brisbane to the north of Manly is a major port, with very busy shipping traffic. It is advised to stay out of the shipping channels as much as you can and keep a keen eye out. Needless to say, you should always remember to log on with the Coast Guard before heading out.

Exploring Manly is a great adventure for any boatie (and non-boatie too!). A visit here will leave you with many exciting stories and experiences – from the cityscape views to the laid-back island adventures.

By Caroline Strainig

Manly Boat Harbour: 27°27’12.7″S, 153°11’29.9″E (approx.)

Distance from the Gold Coast Seaway: 40nm (approx.)

(Editor’s Note: For tips on how to navigate to Brisbane from the Gold Coast, visit https://boatgoldcoast.com.au/gold-coast-to-brisbane/ )

(Feb-Apr2017)

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Manly Yacht Club is the perfect waterfront venue for your engagement party or wedding. Situated on the eastern shore of Manly Cove, Manly Yacht Club offers uninterrupted waterfront views.

Manly Yacht Club is the perfect waterfront venue for your wedding, party or conference. Situated on the eastern shore of Manly Cove, Manly Yacht Club offers an uninterrupted waterfront vista of Sydney Harbour from our huge sheltered balcony.

Ideal for any party or function, the hall can seat 85 guests, or 60 on our covered balcony.  We have tables and chairs for 100 people available at no additional charge. Our venue is ideal for up to 150 people for a cocktail style function.

We give you the flexibility to arrange your own caterer, beverages, entertainment and decoration. Alternatively you can use our recommended providers who regularly service functions at our club.  Our club can cater for any budget. The club has a sound system with Amplifier, PA, CD Player, indoor and outdoor mounted speaker and a microphone for hire, you can plug in your iPod or MP3 player.  Draping can also be supplied.

Our club can facilitate a wide range of functions, from casual BBQ or luncheon, through to a cocktail party, formal dinner or wedding banquet. A unique corporate venue also suitable for meetings, informal conferences, launches, promotions or business entertaining. You can hire the club for day and evening functions any time of year for an affordable price.

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Magical Waterfront Location

Overlooking picturesque Manly Boat Harbour, RQYS provides a variety of world-class facilities, including:

Flanking the Bistro and Boardwalk and adjacent to the sailing action on our main launching ramp, this beautifully landscaped outdoor area can host up to 1,000 people and has a corner spot perfect for wedding ceremonies

Girdis Room

Offers stunning views of the marina and can seat 200 guests banquet-style, 160 Cabaret or 300 guests cocktail & theatre styles.

Flags Function Room

Exclusive and private, Flags opens onto a balcony which overlooks the picturesque marina. Flags room can cater for 100 guests Banquet, 80 guests Cabaret,150 guests Cocktail &Theatre style

Commodores Lounge

Seats 18 boardroom-style, perfect for that important meeting or intimate dining.

One of the few venues in Brisbane with a tiered auditorium for training and presentations. Seats 97.

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From small business meetings and birthday parties to large corporate events, cocktail parties, weddings or school formals, our dedicated team of event professionals is available 7 days to take care of your every need.

Celebrate Your Dream Wedding in beautiful Moreton Bay

Imagine exchanging your vows and saying “I do” surrounded by the sparkling waters and breathtaking beauty of Manly Harbour. Our unique advantage lies in our ability to host both your ceremony and reception in one stunning location. As a sought-after wedding venue, we offer various exquisite spaces that cater to your personal style and preferences.

Our dedicated wedding specialists are here to ensure that every detail is flawlessly executed. From initial planning to the final moments of your celebration, we will guide you through the process, creating an unforgettable experience that reflects your unique love story.

Don’t settle for an ordinary wedding when you can have an extraordinary one.

Make an impression at your next conference

With modern facilities, a range of presentation and meeting rooms and full AV capabilities, the Royal Queensland Yacht Squadron offers a perfect solution for your next corporate event. Extensive catering options from breakfast through to dinner are available through our on-site catering team. With on-site accommodation at the adjoining 4-star Manly Marina Cove Motel, and a variety of off and on-water team building activities to choose from, we can cater completely to the needs of your team.