The Green Olive is easily one of the best-kept secrets in the city. The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and made with care. Whether it’s your first time or you're a regular (like me!), the service makes you feel right at home. Every dish is packed with authentic flavors that keep me coming back. From the warm ambiance to the friendly staff, this place truly delivers a top-notch dining experience every time. If you find yourself in Santa Ana, don’t miss out on this gem – it’s a must-try!
We tried the gyro, chicken platter, and shrimp plate, all were delicious! The service was polite and efficient. Though the restaurant is small, it feels cozy and welcoming. If I lived nearby, it would definitely be one of my go-to spots.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hummus, Gyro Wrap
Becky Bennett
Needed to grab some lunch, and we don't really visit Santa Ana often. We were passing through, and the great reviews brought us here. It was delicious! We got a range of plates (The Works is enough for two smaller meals), the salmon kebab was flaky and tender, and the salads were fresh. I loved the garlic dressing on the salad. The green sauce is a nice add on, it wasn’t as spicy as I was hoping. Everything was seasoned very well with lots of deep, warm spices. The stuffed grape leaves were great. The steak kebab was a bit dry, but the flavor was good. The gentleman taking orders was helpful and seemed happy to help.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
L Sosa
Food plate was hefty and the meat was great- enough to share a plate between 2 people. Sauces were wonderful to dip and try. Atmosphere was relaxed and service friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Fries, Shawarma Side
Anthony Szczurek
Finally made it in, had the falafel and gyro platters. Delicious, fresh hummus. Very casual, not a lot of seating
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paul Crane
This place is relatively new, but it's really good and easy to grab a quick lunch ?
The gyro is my favorite, its quick and delicious. You'll definitely want to go for the diced potatoes side dish. I don't know what sauce they toss those in, but it's amazing!
Parking: Big parking structure across the street and 2-3 spaces right in front with parking meters.
Kid-friendliness: I haven't brought my kids here yet, but it would be good for little ones. The food is healthy-ish and the space is accommodating. I don't think a saw a kid menu specifically though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
gautham manur
Great food for takeout!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
Econo Green
I had the Fattouche salad (cucumbers, radishes, tomatoes, green/red/yellow bell peppers, & lettuce)with Gyro meat. The salad was well seasoned with spices and the meat was very good. Limited indoor/outdoor seating area and limited street parking.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Bill Gurzi
Food is good but service for dining in is not so good. Friendly but not attentive.
Parking: Across the street in multi-level public lot. $4/hr.
Unassuming hole-in-the-wall. Friendly counter-service. Chicken and shrimp were both excellent, as was the spicy green sauce. Pita bread was very stale.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Ivan Zarate
Good food No bathroom
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 2
Orpheus
Whoever made my gyro wrap, I’d like to meet your parents to tell them what a beautiful thing they’ve created. Blessings on your mom, your spouse, your cat, your cow
Food: 5
PHOEBE CHEN
I recently had the pleasure of dining at The Green Olive in downtown Santa Ana, and it was an absolute delight for my taste buds!
I took the recommendation to try the combo plate, and let me tell you, it was a feast of flavors! The combination of different dishes on the plate provided a well-rounded taste adventure. I really loved the hummus, fresh salad, and kabab mix.
One standout element was the fried potatoes with green sauce. The potatoes were perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the green sauce added a unique and zesty kick that elevated the dish to a whole new level. It's a must-try for anyone visiting!
Overall, The Green Olive is unassuming but exceeded my expectations. You won't be disappointed!
Food: 5
Laura and Adam Douglas
Love to stop in and visit anytime I am in OC. The food is absolutely amazing. I just had it Saturday and am already dreaming about my next visit!
A True Hidden Gem in Santa Ana!
GET THE WORKS IT IS SO BOMB!!
The Green Olive is easily one of the best-kept secrets in the city. The food is consistently fresh, flavorful, and made with care. Whether it’s your first time or you're a regular (like me!), the service makes you feel right at home. Every dish is packed with authentic flavors that keep me coming back. From the warm ambiance to the friendly staff, this place truly delivers a top-notch dining experience every time. If you find yourself in Santa Ana, don’t miss out on this gem – it’s a must-try!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hummus, The Works
Boy, true Mediterranean food! Beautiful authentic sauce! Wow!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We tried the gyro, chicken platter, and shrimp plate, all were delicious! The service was polite and efficient. Though the restaurant is small, it feels cozy and welcoming. If I lived nearby, it would definitely be one of my go-to spots.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Hummus, Gyro Wrap
Needed to grab some lunch, and we don't really visit Santa Ana often. We were passing through, and the great reviews brought us here. It was delicious! We got a range of plates (The Works is enough for two smaller meals), the salmon kebab was flaky and tender, and the salads were fresh. I loved the garlic dressing on the salad. The green sauce is a nice add on, it wasn’t as spicy as I was hoping. Everything was seasoned very well with lots of deep, warm spices. The stuffed grape leaves were great. The steak kebab was a bit dry, but the flavor was good. The gentleman taking orders was helpful and seemed happy to help.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food plate was hefty and the meat was great- enough to share a plate between 2 people. Sauces were wonderful to dip and try. Atmosphere was relaxed and service friendly.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: French Fries, Shawarma Side
Finally made it in, had the falafel and gyro platters. Delicious, fresh hummus. Very casual, not a lot of seating
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
This place is relatively new, but it's really good and easy to grab a quick lunch ?
The gyro is my favorite, its quick and delicious. You'll definitely want to go for the diced potatoes side dish. I don't know what sauce they toss those in, but it's amazing!
Parking: Big parking structure across the street and 2-3 spaces right in front with parking meters.
Kid-friendliness: I haven't brought my kids here yet, but it would be good for little ones. The food is healthy-ish and the space is accommodating. I don't think a saw a kid menu specifically though.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food for takeout!
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 5
I had the Fattouche salad (cucumbers, radishes, tomatoes, green/red/yellow bell peppers, & lettuce)with Gyro meat. The salad was well seasoned with spices and the meat was very good. Limited indoor/outdoor seating area and limited street parking.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 3
Food is good but service for dining in is not so good. Friendly but not attentive.
Parking: Across the street in multi-level public lot. $4/hr.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 2
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Unassuming hole-in-the-wall. Friendly counter-service. Chicken and shrimp were both excellent, as was the spicy green sauce. Pita bread was very stale.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Good food
No bathroom
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 4
Service: 2
Whoever made my gyro wrap, I’d like to meet your parents to tell them what a beautiful thing they’ve created. Blessings on your mom, your spouse, your cat, your cow
Food: 5
I recently had the pleasure of dining at The Green Olive in downtown Santa Ana, and it was an absolute delight for my taste buds!
I took the recommendation to try the combo plate, and let me tell you, it was a feast of flavors! The combination of different dishes on the plate provided a well-rounded taste adventure. I really loved the hummus, fresh salad, and kabab mix.
One standout element was the fried potatoes with green sauce. The potatoes were perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, and the green sauce added a unique and zesty kick that elevated the dish to a whole new level. It's a must-try for anyone visiting!
Overall, The Green Olive is unassuming but exceeded my expectations. You won't be disappointed!
Food: 5
Love to stop in and visit anytime I am in OC. The food is absolutely amazing. I just had it Saturday and am already dreaming about my next visit!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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