Watch: Iconic Brisbane pub The Manly Hotel’s $7m mega revamp
Take a look inside the $7 million mega revamp of one of Brisbane’s iconic pubs as the venue prepares to swing the doors open on the hotel’s biggest ever upgrade. SEE THE VIDEO
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Take a look inside the $7 million mega revamp of one of Brisbane’s iconic pubs as the venue prepares to mark its 100th birthday by swinging the doors open on the hotel’s biggest ever upgrade.
The Manly Hotel is close to opening to the public after starting works on the project in April, 2023 following the takeover of the pub from one of Australia’s hospitality giants, the Endeavour Group.
As part of the refurbishment, the venue – previously run by the McDonald family for more than 50 years – will now feature 50 taps, five bars and bring in up to 50 jobs into the local community.
When the new and improved venue is launched, it will include 54 taps across five bars, a full service restaurant with an a la carte menu, terrace dining, a courtyard, sports bar, more than 20 accommodation rooms, a gaming room and bottleshop.
Manly Hotel venue manager Antoinette Simic said it had been an exciting project.
They were thrilled to be able to open the doors to the wider community.
“We have been listening to locals to see how we can create the perfect environment for them and we are confident we have really hit all the right notes here,” she said.
“From our menus serving quality traditional pub fare to our drinks being right on point, serving all the classics as well as craft favourites we really feel there is something for everyone here.
“We also have people and families just wanting to stick their head in and see what all the fuss is about and that has also created an organic buzz with those who may not have been familiar with The Manly.
“It’s been a great opportunity for people to see the tangible growth of this special place.
“We know this is going to be such a drawcard for old and new faces seeking quality and value in every visit.”
Endeavour has more than 330 venues across Australia under its banner and also own brands such as BWS, ALH Hotels, Dan Murphy’s.
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