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L’Olive Restaurant - Venice, Venice, FL

L’Olive Restaurant - Venice

4.9
4.9
85 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
9:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
L'Olive Restaurant offers an innovative menu inspired by Turkish, Greek, Lebanese and the sun-drenched islands of the Mediterranean from Greece to Spain. Chef Ismail's Signature dishes are Spanish Octopus, Lamb Chops and Seafood Tagliatelle. Cuisines served up in a sleek and modern setting. Building on Chef Ismail's deep knowledge of Mediterranean cooking and years of research and travel, the menu features shared small plates of authentic and innovative fare and unique Mediterranean wines, making L'Olive one of the most exciting restaurants in Venice, Florida.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (941) 445-4904
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Ismail Oztas
  • Neighbourhood
    Venice
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 85 people are saying

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
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Tampa / Central Florida West

    Mediterranean

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
L'Olive Restaurant in Venice is a "neighborhood gem" celebrated for its "outstanding" food and "superb" service. Guests rave about the lamb kabob, octopus, and beet salad. The ambiance, accentuated by white tablecloths and soft lighting, creates a "charming and cozy" dining experience. "Highly recommend" for Mediterranean cuisine lovers.

85 Reviews
  1. Carrie

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hidden gem! My husband had the lobster ravioli which were full of tender lobster and shrimp. Chicken fettuccine was delicious too. The care of our waiter JP and all the staff is something everyone feels when you dine here! Why go far when this place is right in Venice! So cute and cozy inside you feel like you might be in Greece!

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  2. patti

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ambience, a friendly welcome by the owner;,excellent quick service; and fresh cooked food by an experienced chef!!!! Add to light jazz background equals a fun experience!!! This restaurant shows taste, experienced waiters, all five star..

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  3. Pamela

    Tampa

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 9, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fabulous service, tasty food, elegant ambiance. Highly recommended for a special dinner outing.

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  4. Alison

    Atlantic City

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We absolutely love this restaurant. The food is always delicious and fresh. We have tried almost everything on the menu and it is always perfectly made. The chef does an excellent job at his craft. The waitstaff and hostess are very attentive and friendly. Excellent restaurant.

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  5. patti

    Tampa

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 25, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, cuisine, Mediterranean, ambience. The owner makes you feel at home with a warm greeting,allows you to relax, before ordering your meal and serves you with a smile

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  6. John

    Denver

    26 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    26 reviews

    Dined on October 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Once again our small group of four had a wonderful dining experience!

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  7. Diane

    Cincinnati

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on October 12, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a lovely evening. Our waiter was attentive without being intrusive. The food was very flavorable and the were accommodating to tweeds. I think it may become one our favorites.

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  8. Robert

    Naples

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on September 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A gem of a restaurant. Dave, our server was energetic, , attentive and communicative. The food was absolutely amazing. Nancy had the Faroe Salmon, and I had the seafood tagatelle (sp). We started with the Beet Salad. A great place to celebrate our anniversary.

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  9. Joette

    Naples

    54 reviews

    5.0

    54 reviews

    Dined on September 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    L'Olive is a small, family-run Mediterranean restaurant. We've been there twice and loved everything each time. Paul was our greeter and server and he is ALWAYS so polite and grateful that you stopped in and lets you know how happy he is to see you. Love the falafel and hummus appetizers and the lamb is wonderful. Service is superb, atmosphere relaxing, food consistently great. Looking forward to our next visit! Recommending to all our friends!

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  10. Sharon

    Tampa

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 19, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Relaxing atmosphere, delicious food, and friendly service. I would dine at L'Olive daily if I could. Don't miss out on their wonderful Mediterranean cuisine. Highly recommend!

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FAQs

L’Olive Restaurant - Venice offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (941) 445-4904.

L’Olive Restaurant - Venice is rated 4.9 stars by 85 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
9:00 p.m.
Booked 2 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for L’Olive Restaurant - Venice

1262 Jacaranda Blvd, Venice, FL 34292

Additional information

  • Neighbourhood
    Venice
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Greek, Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Ismail Oztas
  • Additional
    Beer, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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