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Oliveto Ristorante & Bar

BRAYS BAY RESERVE, 443 Concord Rd, Rhodes NSW 2138, Australia

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BRAYS BAY RESERVE, 443 Concord Rd, Rhodes NSW 2138, Australia

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+61 2 8765 0006
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Wednesday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Thursday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Friday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Saturday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM Sunday: 11:30 AM – 3:00 PM, 5:30 – 10:00 PM

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About Oliveto Ristorante & Bar

Set inside Brays Bay Reserve, this waterside escape serves regional Italian dining overlooking the water, without the downtown bustle. Guests gather around generous tables for milestone celebrations and leisurely long lunches, where glass walls open toward an outdoor wrap-around deck. The printed menu arrives entirely in Italian—prompting floor staff to walk you through the day’s coastal specials, curated Italian bottlings, and house pastas. Plates like handmade tagliolini tossed with blue swimmer crab, zucchini flowers, and chilli arrive alongside fluffy focaccia with garlic herb butter.

  • Waterside parkland setting: Glass walls and a wrap-around outdoor deck overlook Brays Bay Reserve, complete with dedicated on-site parking.
  • Staff-guided Italian dining: Menus printed in Italian prompt attentive floor staff to guide dish choices and suggest Italian wine pairings.
  • Handcrafted regional fare: Signature plates feature handmade pasta with blue swimmer crab and zucchini flowers alongside fluffy focaccia.
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Why Diners Choose Oliveto

Why diners and event hosts choose Oliveto Ristorante & Bar for waterside gatherings and celebrations.

  • Serene Waterfront Deck and Parkland Setting

    Glass walls and an expansive wrap-around deck provide sweeping water and parkland views over Brays Bay Reserve.

    Large wrap around deck outside would be great for lunch in the sun overlooking the water.

    sarah levingston

  • Hassle-Free Suburban Arrival with Ample Parking

    Located away from congested downtown hubs, the venue offers easy parkland access and ample on-site parking for diners and functions.

    Its location is perfect, offering ample parking and a serene ambiance within the park.

    Krystal Z

  • Celebratory Milestones Where Guests Feel Cherished

    Attentive staff and dedicated table touch turn major milestones and family gatherings into warm, unforgettable celebrations.

    they created a truly special celebration that made me, my family, and friends feel cherished.

    Boosh (The Boosher)

  • Guided Menu Navigations and Personalized Service

    Knowledgeable servers take time to explain Italian dish preparations and recommend paired wines, ensuring effortless group ordering.

    our server Manuel was so lovely and his guidance on the menu helped us have a great experience.

    helayna krallis

  • Refined Culinary Escape Close to Home

    Diners experience high-end Italian dining with curated wine pairings close to home without travelling into the city CBD.

    Our go to place when we dont want to go into the city and want a beautiful meal close to home.

    Martine Massih

  • Authentic Flavours Evoking Cherished Memories

    Authentic, traditional dishes like slow-braised ragu evoke rich memories and the comfort of cherished family recipes.

    It was so authentically identical, I was almost in tears.

    Daniel Soriente

Signature pasta, seafood, and meat mains crafted with Italian tradition

  • Tagliolini with Blue Swimmer Crab

    The Tagliolini with blue swimmer crab, zucchini flowers, chilli, lemon and tomato was outstanding. The pasta had the perfect elasticity, beautifully al dente, and every bite was full of flavour.

    HO JIA RUN

  • White Pyrenees Lamb Backstrap

    The White Pyrenees Lamb Backstrap with cauliflower, peas, mint and salsa verde was unbelievably tender. It literally melted in my mouth.

    HO JIA RUN

  • Conciglie Beef Rib Ragu

    whilst all of the food was fresh, delicious and simply perfect... One dish took my breath away. It was the Conciglie Beef Rib Ragu.

    Daniel Soriente

  • T-bone

    The T-bone was divine and figs were perfection.

    Cawls

Other favorites

Complementary breads, sides, and house-made desserts

  • Focaccia

    The highlight was the fluffy and perfectly made Focaccia. Generous bread portion and delicious garlic herb butter

    Eddie

  • Strawberry Souffle

    My parents were impressed with the strawberry souffle

    Belinda Burton

  • Pistachio Profiteroles

    I LOVED my pistachio profiteroles

    Belinda Burton

  • Creme Brulee

    hubby had his go-to creme brulee

    Belinda Burton

Beyond the menu

Distinctive service rituals and celebratory hospitality at Oliveto Ristorante & Bar

  • Italian Menu Guidance & Wine Recommendations

    Waiters offer guided interpretations of the Italian menu, tailoring bespoke wine and dish recommendations so diners can confidently explore beyond their usual orders.

  • Candle-Lit Birthday Serenade

    Waitstaff present birthday desserts with candles and serenade guests, creating celebratory moments for milestone family gatherings.

  • Seamless Blind Placement of Orders

    Floor staff maintain disciplined dish tracking, ensuring every entrée and main is placed before the correct diner without having to ask who ordered each plate.

  • Spontaneous Celebration Camaraderie

    Staff actively join in with guests during high-spirited end-of-night celebrations, dancing alongside partygoers to heighten festive group occasions.

Before you head over

Practical advice on navigating menus, booking sunset views, and party seating

  • Ask Waitstaff to Guide Menu Selections

    The printed food menu is presented in Italian rather than English, which can take extra consideration to decipher; rely on the knowledgeable waitstaff for guided dish interpretations and wine pairings.

  • Time Evening Bookings for Sunset Views

    Book an early evening table around 6:00 pm before the sun goes down to fully enjoy the waterfront views across Brays Bay Reserve through the glass windows and outdoor deck.

  • Request Seating Away from Large Parties

    The spacious venue frequently hosts large celebrations, family gatherings, and corporate events; request seating away from large groups if you are planning an intimate dinner or focused business meeting.

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