Olivera

Olivera is a Manly, Brisbane dining room with a coastal-Italian feel, pairing Mediterranean flavours with local produce in a setting designed for lingering. The offering covers fresh seafood, pasta, seasonal small plates and a drinks list suited to spritzes, martinis and wine, giving diners plenty of scope to keep things relaxed or make an occasion of it.

It is a natural fit for long lunches, aperitivo at golden hour and dinners that call for something a little more polished without becoming formal. The menu is built around sharing, so it should suit couples, groups of friends and family gatherings looking to settle in over several plates. The venue’s warm, easy-going approach also makes it a useful option when you want a meal that feels like a brief escape from the everyday while staying in Manly.

Olivera also promotes a Christmas in July experience on Sundays during July, with a shared Italian feast and a premium version that includes Prosecco, oysters, prawns and limoncello. Bookings are required for that offering, with a minimum of four guests. For a broader visit, the restaurant provides separate lunch and dinner menus alongside its drinks list, making it worth considering for both a full meal and a more leisurely drinks-led catch-up.