Olio Kensington Street
2-10 Kensington St, Chippendale NSW 2008, Australia
Restaurant
•Why you'll love Olio Kensington Street
- Rich in History: Experience the charm of a truly historic location.
- Tailored Food & Beverage: Enjoy a custom menu designed to suit your unique tastes.
- Versatile Spaces: Choose between indoor elegance or the open-air charm of our outdoor area.
Olio Kensington Street is situated in The Old Rum Store – a historic, multi-layer food, drink and cultural destination in the heart of Chippendale. With a capacity of up to 120 guests cocktail style & 85 seated, Olio can be booked for private events and functions. Olio Kensington Street offers a range of food and beverage menu options for events & the ability to create a bespoke package to suit your requirements. With impeccable service and attention to detail, every occasion at Olio is sure to be memorable. Guests will find themselves immersed in an ambience that combines rustic charm with modern elegance, making it a perfect backdrop for intimate wedding celebrations, corporate gatherings, cocktail-style events or intimate celebrations.
Since Sicilian is the unsung hero of cuisines in the global food scene, a cultural melting pot of influences from Greece to France, Spain to the Middle East, Olio Kensington Street is the perfect place to have a culinary adventure. All events deserve a great setting whether you are hosting a corporate lunch or dinner, a wedding day, an engagement party, an end-of-year celebration, a milestone birthday, a family gathering or a canapé cocktail celebration. While Olio is full of character and charm, the venue is simple enough for you to transform to suit your next bespoke event. With its modern industrial charm and historic arch windows, this stunning space invites creativity and inspiration from every angle. Whether you envision a cosy, intimate gathering or a grand celebration, the adaptable nature of Olio makes it the ideal canvas for your unique occasion. Bespoke packages and mouthwatering menus are tailored with care, ensuring that each dish reflects the bold flavours and rich heritage of Sicilian cooking. Olio provides a picturesque backdrop flooded with natural light, adding a touch of elegance and charm to any special occasion.
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Price Guide
| Price Type | Price Per Person (Starting From) |
|---|---|
| 2 Course Menu | $ 80 |
| 3 Course Menu | $ 90 |
| 3 Hour Canapes | $ 50 |
| 3 Hour Beverage Package | $ 60 |
Please note, that pricing may be subject to change without notice. We recommend confirming with the venue prior to booking to ensure you have the most up-to-date information.
Reviews for Olio Kensington Street
Wen Yin
We had a lovely lunch at Olio. The ambiance and service were both wonderful, making for a great dining experience. We’ve ordered from A La Carte menu rather than the set lunch menu, and a few glasses of drink. Some of the textures were unexpected for us—for example, the Bonito was quite soft even slightly mushy, and the Risotto di Calamari (which is made of finely diced calamari rather than rice I think?) had a unique, mild consistency that was a bit different from the traditional risotto. Tonnarelli is the signature dish I believe, was a bit under seasoned for my personal opinion, the sauce didn’t seem to carry much of seafood’s richness as I expected. The Tiramisu was light on the coffee aroma, while the Panna Cotta was a standout, highlight of our meal. We found the dishes (especially Tonnarelli and Risotto di Calamari) a little too subtle in flavor for our personal palates. We were expecting bold and soul-warming traditional Italian flavours and textures. Overall, a great spot for those who enjoy innovative, refined interpretations of Italian cuisine.
Moonlight
We tried the 9-course menu for three people and overall had a wonderful experience. The dishes were beautifully presented and prepared. Everything was delicious, though the wagyu beef was slightly salty for our taste. The service was attentive, portions were very generous — more than enough for three. We were truly full by the end! We had mentioned we were celebrating a birthday and requested a small birthday touch, but unfortunately this didn’t happen, which was a little disappointing. Overall, we still enjoyed the experience and appreciated the quality of the food and service.
R Souliere
An absolute delight! The food was amazing, the atmosphere beautiful and the service outstanding! We had the 9 course Olio Experience, and what a wonderful gourmet food experience - it was all so delicious. The blue swimmer crab squid ink pasta was divine, as was the wagyu rump. The tiramisu was decadent. And they make a pretty mean martini too!. Service was fantastic, friendly and professional. The whole experience takes 1 hour and 45 minutes and they were right, just the right amount of time. Highly recommend.
An Võ
Had a lovely experience at Olio. The atmosphere is warm and intimate, perfect for a relaxed dinner. The pasta was cooked perfectly al dente with rich, balanced flavors, and the pizza had a great thin, crispy base. Service was attentive and friendly. Definitely a spot I’d come back to.
Dottie
We went for dinner on a Saturday night- very busy! All the tables were occupied and it seemed short staffed. We waited about 30 mins for us to eventually walk up to the bar and ask if our order could be taken. Just a heads up- do not order- 1)the octopus as a starter. We questioned why it was so tough and the waitress said it’s because it’s deep fried. It was so tough our knives wouldn’t cut it. 2) The $60 steak- very small serving, not worth the money. 3) the rigatoni- can get better pasta elsewhere. The pros- The drinks were good and nice ambiance for a date night.
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