Olivera

Olivera near Manly Harbour brings a bright, modern and distinctly Italian dining experience to Brisbane’s bayside, offering all-day coastal-inspired fare that celebrates family heritage, togetherness and generous, flavour-driven cooking. Originally opened by The Consortium QLD and now operated by hospitality duo Joel Walker and Mikaela D’Arienzo, the restaurant serves Italian-inspired breakfasts – think prosciutto-and-provolone colazione rolls and hot-smoked ocean trout – alongside leisurely lunches and dinners built around house-made focaccia, salumi, seafood and hearty classics such as saltimbocca, risotto di funghi, tagliata and prawn gnocchi. With dishes influenced by Mikaela’s Abruzzo roots, seasonal local produce, family-style feasts including an 11-course Nonna’s Table menu, Olivera is designed as a welcoming place for long meals, shared stories and memorable connections.