L’Olive Restaurant

1262 Jacaranda Blvd, Venice
(941) 445-4904

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Michael

Food was good, though my lamb although cooked medium rare was very tough. Would not order this dish again.

Chris C

Goodness this place is amazing. Staff is great, food is fabulous and the owner always makes his way around to visit with the customers. It’s our go-to spot in Venice.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Karen Schaffer

Our group of 3 really enjoyed lunch. The food was flavorful, server was attentive but not overbearing and prices were very reasonable for the quality of the food. Would be nice to add some planters or other visual screen between the outdoor tables and the parking lot. Will definitely be back!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Cindy Lou

What a pleasant surprise this hidden treasure was from the flavorful dishes to meeting the talented Mediterranean Chef Ismail! Robert was a great waiter! We will be back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Ilkcan Dogdu

Great place to eat. Hidden gem. Mediterranean cuisine at it finest. Preparation of the cuisine, particularly the fish entrees, are second-to-none. High quality, fresh ingredients.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Donald

It is so rare these days to be treated to excellent service, a sophisticated Mediterranean menu, white table cloths and a chef-owner who knows how to put it all together. One of the best restaurants that blends excellence with value.

Melanie

It was our first visit to this restaurant. The hostess greeted us all promptly along with the chef/owner! Our waiter Robert explained the special and answered our menu questions. The soup, falafel and delicious dinners were fabulous. Also delivered to our table along with the chef. Nice, personal touch. We were all very pleased with our meals and agreed we will be back. Thank you for a lovely evening of dining.

Karen

This is our favorite restaurant in Venice. Food is consistently great, love the staff. A hidden gem.

vera

"I love the relaxed feel of this place – like a comfortable dining room in a friends home. I definitely would return to try more dishes. Everyone loved the appetizers. Service was well-timed and friendly, wines were affordable." The Baklava was so delicious.

Sarah

Excellent meal in small venue. Attentive waiter. Great recommendations from the waiter. Save room for the baklava!

chris mead

this place is fantastic. surprising. interior was super great, service was more than attentive, explanatory and gracious and fun! best staff ever IMO. the octopus was indeed excellent and tender - the lamb chops were perfectly cooked and delicious. lobster ravioli was extraordinary. we will def be back to try other items from the menu. only drawback is no liquor - wine and beer only. the place screams for a martini!!!

great surprise!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Mary

This is a place that you must try. The food and service were outstanding. Everything we ordered was "5" star. The only issue was the noise level. Difficult at times to carry on a conversation. To be fair, we were there when the restaurant was full (and it is a fairly small space). We definitely will go back when we have guests in town!!

Gerald

Food, service, wine selection are super. Only small negative is the ceiling light over the tables is quite bright, not exactly romantic!

Owen Pakledinaz

STELLAR FOOD! Even better service, highly recommend the lamb kabobs

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Lamb Shish Kebab

barbara

Waiter was very personable, friendly, helpful, Greek salad very good, but it was an entree size, too much and too expensive to have with an entree, the swordfish was excellent also, but pricey.

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