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Foundry Fifty Three

53 Pittwater Road, Manly, New South Wales, Australia

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02 9977 7740
7.77.9Coffee7.9Atmosphere7.3Service
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  • 8.5

    12 reviews  ·  1 week ago

    Great latte yesterday. Full bodies, smooth, perfect temp. Service very slow.

  • 10

    5 reviews  ·  6 days ago

    Went down here the other day, coffee was sick hey. The flavours were just splashing about in my mouth like a duck in a pond. Their baron one single origin coffee has only one destination... Your mouth. Oi.. I love boundary 56.

  • 8.5

    6 reviews  ·  1 month ago

    Great coffee , great breakfasts , bring your appetite for the sofrito dog. 8 am and it's nearly full!

  • 4.8

    2 reviews  ·  18 hours ago

    I used to really like it here but lately the service has been bad. Such a shame. Last coffee I got there was way too hot and not great.

  • 9.5

    2 reviews  ·  2 months ago

    Back again and even better than before. Love the new single origin additions and the cold drip. Very knowledgeable baristas and owners and love the GB-5 on the way. Looks like this place is constantly on the up and up. Keep it up, manly needs it.

  • 9.0

    1 review  ·  2 days ago

    Best coffee in Manly. New Brazilian as a SB. Can't go wrong.

  • 7.0

    195 reviews  ·  3 months ago

    came here over the one 150 mtrs down the road as it was bursting at the seams. this one seams to be more a local vibe, pretty nice coffee, maybe a little bitter for my usual preference, would def try again next time in town, loved the mojo!!! recalcitrance and coffee, my favourite things

    1 Piccolo

  • 9.8

    37 reviews  ·  8 months ago

    These guys have now got there act together, the first time i came here the coffee was good but now its pretty amazing and the service and friendliness of the place has stepped up to where it should be.

    1 Flat White, 1 Ristretto

  • 7.3

    14 reviews  ·  3 months ago

    Had two dbl Riz pics and both were great, crossiant was good as well. The service was nice but a tad slow hey.

  • 7.3

    16 reviews  ·  3 months ago

    Great new addition. Locally roasted (Barrell One), carefully prepared with friendly service and nice ambience. Will be back

  • 5.0

    7 reviews  ·  7 months ago

    Was so excited to try this place after reading below reviews but now treat them with slight suspicion...

    Been in 3 times now and they never had more than 2 people in there. Can't help but realise why. Each time I went in the same 3 guys (owners?) we're there and each time a different... Read more

  • 4.3

    5 reviews  ·  6 months ago

    This place is NOT geared up for any kind of service. 20 min wait on a coffee (which was good) with only 4 others in the place. Watching the food prep is a laborious process - painful even. Don't bother coming here for food. And there is no exhaust over the cook plates so expect to walk out smelling... Read more

  • 9.3

    4 reviews  ·  8 months ago

    My friends and I have being to foundry a few times now and have really enjoyed it. The guys working were funny and helpful and its and really nice place to sit back and chat. The coffee is really good and they have a couple of different types to choose from. They also seem to know what they are... Read more

  • 7.5

    1 review  ·  7 months ago

    hmmmm..really don't know where these guys who have been writing the bad reviews have been? The coffee is good..the food is excellent. During the week there is a constant flow not packed. On the weekend they are packed! It's a great fit out..nice guys who work there. I would invite these people to... Read more

    2 Lattes

  • 10

    1 review  ·  8 months ago

    OMG!!! you guys are amazing, I go to Foundry all the time and everything is perfect!!!

    I love your salmon sandwhich, Mushrooms on toast and your BLT!!

    You have really started something very different with your outside BBQ (talk about capturing the aussie pride) and... Read more

    2 Skinny Lattes

  • 9.3

    1 review  ·  8 months ago

    Epic new cafe. Been in there a couple of times now. While the barista may look a little wild and woolly you can't argue with his skills. He already remembered who I was and what I had by my third visit, and the coffee is always outstanding. Then I tried a t/a blt. The chefs skills are right up... Read more

  • 3.0

    1 review  ·  8 months ago

    Where do i start ??????
    Don't get me wrong great little fit out the owners have done a good job but if your going to take care in doing the fit why not take care with the main thing your selling COFFEE it was poorly made.
    So didn't even hang around for food if i was the owner i would... Read more

    1 Flat White

  • 8.3

    4 reviews  ·  8 months ago

    Great coffee, great food, great place.

    Have walked past plenty of times but only just went in on Sunday. They were really busy but that didn't stop them from delivering. The coffee was smooth and rich, the BLT was the best I've had and the BBQ in the courtyard and street art in the... Read more

  • 10

    1 review  ·  8 months ago

    Love the atmosphere,coffee is always good and food is fresh and a little different. Well done !

    2 Skinny Flat Whites

  • 9.0

    1 review  ·  9 months ago

    I'm a big fan of single origin coffees, and these guys make a killer one!
    Great artwork over the walls, cool setup which isn't like the sterile standard of most cafes, friendly staff that are the opposite of pretentious.
    It's definitely our new local - and love the Aussie BBQ being... Read more

    2 Flat Whites, 1 Espresso

  • 9.3

    1 review  ·  10 months ago

    well worth the walk down pittwater, felt very much at home there and even tho I'm no hot chocolate or mocha drinking the Mofo Choc they use is amazing not to mention the Single origin coffee.
    The menu is a breath of fresh air with some healthier options, although it is pretty limited we... Read more

    1 Piccolo, 1 Espresso

  • 10

    1 review  ·  10 months ago

    I heard about foundry 53 from a friend and decided to check it out. The fit out and food is amazing. The coffee is the best going around! They are using single origin coffee from Vanuatu as there's house pour! Well worth the visit.

  • 4.5

    12 reviews  ·  10 months ago

    Pretty disappointing. The fit out is nice and I can see the little courtyard working well in summer, but as it stands there is a lot of work to do.

    Barista was extremely hung over and rude when taking the order. Long black had no care taken- coffee spilt all over the rim. Soy Latte... Read more

  • 8.8

    2 reviews  ·  8 months ago

    Wow, a little out of the way but I see why the locals would like it. Everyone there just seemed to be relaxing. Well worth the small walk past the corso. See you again next time I'm in manly. P.s. Get the Eggplant and artichoke in Turkish and the Chorizo with fetta and spinach roll.

    2 Cappuccinos, 1 Long Macchiato

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Equipment

naked portafilters for every shot

Beans

Barrel One
Vanuatu Single Origin

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Detailed Information

Name Foundry Fifty Three
Address 53 Pittwater Road, Manly, Sydney, Australia
Phone 02 9977 7740
Email foundryfiftythree@me.com
Equipment naked portafilters for every shot
Beans Barrel One, Vanuatu Single Origin
Opening Hours
Monday6:00pm - 6:00pm
Tuesday7:00am - 4:00pm
Wednesday7:00am - 4:00pm
Thursday7:00am - 4:00pm
Friday7:00am - 4:00pm
Saturday7:30am - 4:00pm
Sunday7:30am - 4:00pm

Cafe Regulars

First discovered by LivingTheDrm.

Popular Nearby

Barefoot Coffee Traders, Saltmotion Cafe, Belgian Waffle Cafe, Barefoot Coffee Traders (Wentworth Street), Hemingway's Manly, Bean Rush, Ciao Belli Cafe & Gelato Bar, Bench, Ingredients

Nearby Suburbs

Little Manly, Fairlight, Queenscliff, Freshwater, Manly Vale, Balgowlah

Drinks (18 Total)

Flat White x6
Latte x4
Cappuccino x2
Piccolo x2
Espresso x2
Long Macchiato x1
Ristretto x1