Olivia Dean Enjoys Low-Key Sydney Dinner Amidst Concert Buzz
The British singer was spotted dining at a popular CBD restaurant before her sold-out Australian tour dates.
British singing sensation Olivia Dean was recently seen enjoying a quiet dinner at Ennui, a sought-after restaurant in Sydney's Central Business District. The artist visited the establishment on a Wednesday evening with a small group, just ahead of her highly anticipated, sold-out concerts in Australia.
Despite her growing global fame and the immense demand for tickets to her "Art of Loving Live Tour," Dean managed to have a relatively private dining experience. Food blogger Julia Truong, who was present at the restaurant, observed Dean's arrival around 7:15 p.m. with a party of approximately eight people.
"No one noticed it was her apart from me, my friend, and the waitstaff, so she was able to enjoy the evening like a normal customer without being approached or disturbed," Truong told Daily Mail. Dean and her group were initially seated near the front before moving to a private dining room upstairs.
Restaurant staff indicated that the group particularly enjoyed the venue's signature duck and steak dishes. Ennui, located in a heritage-listed sandstone building, is known for its modern Australian cuisine with a focus on premium produce. Standout menu items include the Duck Ennui for $98 and a 200g Riverine Angus rump cap steak for $70.
Truong's footage of Dean's visit, shared online, garnered significant attention, with viewers expressing surprise at how inconspicuous the singer managed to be. Dean's presence in Sydney comes as demand for her tour has exceeded expectations. Her concerts in Sydney at Afterpay Arena on October 9 and 10, as well as dates in Melbourne and Brisbane, have all sold out. Fans experienced lengthy virtual queues when tickets initially went on sale.
This Australian leg of her tour follows the success of her second album, "The Art of Loving." Dean recently kicked off her Australian performances with two sold-out shows at Melbourne's Rod Laver Arena, receiving positive reviews for her vocal performances and stage presence.