Midden by Mark Olive
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Midden by Mark Olive is an Australian Indigenous restaurant on the Western Broadwalk of the Sydney Opera House, with views of the Harbour Bridge. Some visitors come before a show. It suits a relaxed dinner or a special occasion, and the menu is built on native ingredients.
Cuisine at Midden by Mark Olive
Food at Midden by Mark Olive
The menu is built on Australian Indigenous ingredients, including wattleseed, bush honey, saltbush and succulents. Kangaroo is the dish visitors name most, usually as a fillet one visitor called tender and full of flavour. A starter platter with crocodile and emu is also mentioned. Dishes are plated with care, such as zucchini ribbon tart beside endive, and kangaroo over melon with a creamy base and balsamic. It has vegetarian options.
What to order: Kangaroo fillet Β· Starter platter
Drinks at Midden by Mark Olive
Wine is part of the offer, and the $49 Express Lunch includes a glass of house wine with access to the full menu. One visitor praised the Shiraz, and another mentioned a complimentary dessert wine for an anniversary.
Chef Mark Olive and the native menu
The restaurant is led by chef Mark Olive, described as Australia's most celebrated Indigenous chef. In 2026 Midden was named a Chef Hat Award winner, placing it among the top 1% of Australian restaurants to be awarded. It also won the 2025 NSW Tourism Restaurant award at the NSW Restaurant & Catering Awards for Excellence. The restaurant is a division of Doltone Hospitality Group, and the website acknowledges the Gadigal people, traditional custodians of Tubowgule, the land the Opera House stands on.
What customers say about Midden by Mark Olive
- π¬Visitors praise the Harbour Bridge views from the outdoor dining area.
- π¬Kangaroo is singled out by several diners.
- π¬Service is described as quick, efficient and friendly.
- π¬Some diners find the native flavours mild or hard to notice.
Tips for visiting Midden by Mark Olive
- βBook ahead through the 'Book a table' link on the website, especially for evenings before a show.
- βCheck the lunch and dinner times before you visit, as the restaurant runs set sessions.
- βIf you want strong native flavours, ask staff which dishes carry the most, as some diners found them mild.
- βAllow time for the meal if you are heading to a performance, since one diner noted the quick service suited a pre-theatre menu.
Getting to Midden by Mark Olive
Western Broadwalk, Sydney Opera House, Bennelong Point NSW 2000. Parking is available. Hickson Road Reserve is about a 6-minute walk away.
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FAQ about Midden by Mark Olive
What cuisine does Midden by Mark Olive serve?
It serves Australian Indigenous food built on native ingredients such as wattleseed, bush honey and saltbush.
Can I book a table at Midden by Mark Olive?
Yes, bookings are made through the 'Book a table' link on the website.
Does Midden by Mark Olive have vegetarian options?
Yes, it has vegetarian dishes on its menu.
Is Midden by Mark Olive licensed?
Yes, it serves wine, including house wine with the $49 Express Lunch.
Does Midden by Mark Olive have a kids' menu?
Yes, it has a kids' menu.