Fat Olive Restaurant

You'll find this place tucked into Upper Dicconson Street, where the Med-inspired menu changes with the seasons and the chef's mood. The Thursday-to-Sunday opening hours aren't about being awkward – they're about doing things right, sourcing properly, and not burning out the kitchen team. The dining room feels intimate without being cramped, and you can tell they've put thought into every detail from the wine list to the bread they serve. It's the sort of place where regulars book the same table each month, but newcomers never feel like outsiders. With nearly a thousand reviews averaging 4.5 stars, they're clearly getting the balance right between ambitious cooking and the kind of service that makes you want to linger over that last glass of wine.