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Black Olive, Baltimore, MD

Black Olive

4.9
4.9
3048 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
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7:00 p.m.
Booked 16 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
After a meticulous renovation of the Fells Point General Store in 1997, The Black Olive has become a hallmark of quaint elegance on the cobblestone section of Bond Street in Fells Point, Baltimore's waterfront jewel. Although over twenty-five years old, its spirit is rooted in a rich, multi-generational legacy. As a Greek fish tavern in historic Fells Point, we specialize in Mediterranean seafood and traditional Greek dishes, complemented by house-made breads and desserts. Savor our signature dishes like Village Pie, Grilled Octopus, Rack of Lamb, Filet Mignon, Bronzini, Dover Sole, and Maine Lobster Pasta. Enhance your dining experience with selections from our extensive wine cellar or an inspired cocktail from our bar. We proudly support organic and sustainable producers of ingredients, including our wines and spirits. Recognized by Wine and Spirits Magazine as one of the '50 Most Amazing Wine Experiences in America,' The Black Olive offers an unforgettable culinary journey.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Greek, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (410) 276-7141
  • Website
    http://www.theblackolive.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Pauline and Dimitris Spiliadis
  • Private party facilities
    The Black Olive has four private rooms on premises. Additionally, our exclusive wine cellar and outdoor seating area are available for private gatherings. Our restaurant is eager to accomodate special needs and menu requests. We look forward to helping you create a successful event.
  • Private party contact
    Dimitris Spiliadis: (410) 276-7141
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Location
    814 S. Bond Street, Baltimore, MD 21231
  • Neighbourhood
    Fells Point
  • Cross Street
    Where Shakespeare intersects with Bond Street between Aliceanna and Thames
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Menu

Black Olive's menu was last updated 2023-05-06.

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What 3,048 people are saying

Black Olive reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.9Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Baltimore / Maryland

    Great for fine wines

  • Baltimore / Maryland

    Seafood

  • Baltimore

    Best Overall

  • Baltimore

    Best Food

  • Baltimore

    Best Service

  • Baltimore

    Best Ambience

  • Baltimore

    Great for fine wines

  • Baltimore

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Black Olive shines in Baltimore's dining scene with "superbly prepared seafood" and "astonishing fresh food." Guests rave about the "incredibly friendly service" and the "delightful ambiance" that feels like dining "at the shores of the Aegean Sea." Consistently "amazing" dishes and a "sublime wine list" make it a local treasure.
3,048 Reviews

  1. Tom VIP

    Baltimore4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Stopped here on a whim what a hidden gem. i felt bad my date and i were very casual dressed on a sat night next time we will be dressed properly this is a nice place. Hidden gem actually

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  2. T Scott VIP

    New York City12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food is always outstanding & staff is extremely friendly!

    1 person found this helpful

  3. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The fish is outstanding and wow, the grilled calamari stuffed with a blend of cheeses! Spot on.

    1 person found this helpful

  4. MARIAN

    Baltimore1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a wonderful experience with my friends. Everyone is very courteous, helpful and warm. Food is excellent, there's authentic touch of Greece & Mediterranean! We would definitely come back and highly recommended restaurant in the heart of Baltimore MD.

    1 person found this helpful

  5. Scottye

    Columbus27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceeded all of my expectations, and then some! This was an incredible meal and experience. The food, the wine, and the interactions with the staff were perfect! I will go back next time I'm in town.

    1 person found this helpful

  6. Joshua VIP

    Washington DC24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Black Olive never disappoints. Hands down the best restaurant in Baltimore. The food is amazing, from start to dessert. The wine list is sublime. Terrific atmosphere. It’s a Baltimore treasure.

    2 people found this helpful

  7. Glenn VIP

    Nashville16 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first but not the last time we will come here. Beautiful restaurant, great service, pace and awesome food. We had the Stuffed Calamari, Melitzanasalata, Saganaki Plate to start and the Dorade and Rockfish Mains. Kudos to the chef!

    1 person found this helpful

  8. James VIP

    Philadelphia4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the finest meals I’ve had in Baltimore. Highly recommended!

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Soon Ok

    Baltimore2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The evening was wonderful and the food was fantastic! It’s small so it was loud due to one lady that would not stop talking. We know what her kid prefers and how she felt at the UN conference. Other than that… it’s a must to visit this place. Excellent!

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Priya

    Greater Boston14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just as good as we remember if not better. Fantastic experience. We had our wedding lunch there 15 years ago before we eloped. It was amazing to be back with our daughter and friends

    1 person found this helpful

FAQs

Black Olive offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 276-7141.

Black Olive is rated 4.9 stars by 3048 OpenTable diners.

Black Olive does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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Google Map for Black Olive

814 S. Bond Street, Baltimore, MD 21231

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Where Shakespeare intersects with Bond Street between Aliceanna and Thames
  • Neighbourhood
    Fells Point
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–10:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Greek, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Pauline and Dimitris Spiliadis
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
    Order direct
  • Website
    http://www.theblackolive.com/
  • Phone number
    (410) 276-7141
  • Private party facilities
    The Black Olive has four private rooms on premises. Additionally, our exclusive wine cellar and outdoor seating area are available for private gatherings. Our restaurant is eager to accomodate special needs and menu requests. We look forward to helping you create a successful event.
  • Private party contact
    Dimitris Spiliadis: (410) 276-7141
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