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Black Olive, Baltimore, MD

Black Olive

4.9
4.9
3044 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
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Booked 19 times today
  • 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
  • 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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What 3,044 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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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 offers "fantastic experience" with "authentic quality ingredients" and "great wine pairings." Celebrated for its warm, "family-owned vibe," it's perfect for "special celebrations" or a "romantic table for two." The restaurant boasts "excellent service," making it a "must visit." Their seafood and Greek dishes are "simply the best."
3,044 Reviews

  1. Scottye

    VIP

    Columbus

    27 reviews

    5.0

    27 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    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

  2. Joshua

    VIP

    Washington DC

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    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.

    1 person found this helpful

  3. Glenn

    VIP

    Nashville

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    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

  4. James

    VIP

    Philadelphia

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    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

  5. Soon Ok

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    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

  6. Priya

    Greater Boston

    14 reviews

    5.0

    14 reviews

    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

  7. marthas

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I think I have been going to this restaurant for as long as it has been open. Whenever I am in Baltimore! A must.

    1 person found this helpful

  8. Chris

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Being enjoying the Black Olive's wonderful food, service and atmosphere for over 3 decades.

    1 person found this helpful

  9. Melissa

    Minneapolis

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful restaurant. Ambience is warm, welcoming and elegant with a family-owned vibe. Several seating regions, easily accommodated our large group but would also be lovely for date night. The food was incredible, and service superior. Highly recommend!

    1 person found this helpful

  10. Steve

    VIP

    Baltimore

    32 reviews

    5.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We LOVE Black Olive and we came for the special Valentines fixed price dinner. The food was great as always. Loved the extra Valentine's touches.
    Black OliveResponded on February 16, 2025
    Thank you for your feedback and for dining with us on Valentine’s Day. As a small family business of 27 years, we take great pride in offering a special experience while maintaining fairness in pricing. This year, the cost of premium ingredients like scallops and lobster tails has risen drastically, as has our commitment to paying our staff a living wage. Our Valentine’s Day pricing, which included fresh flowers, a champagne toast, and other extras, was disclosed upfront and remained competitive, if not lower, than many others. We are grateful for your love of The Black Olive and hope you’ll join us again to experience the care and dedication we put into every meal.

    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 3044 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.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Find next available

At the moment, there's no online availability within 2.5 hours of your request. Do you have another time in mind?

Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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
  • 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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