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Valley - Olives Mediterranean Cafe restaurant
7.7

Olives Mediterranean Cafe

  • Valley
  • $$
  • Medi
  • Casual
  • Food
    great
  • Vibe
    good
  • Perks
    great

Food: A tantalizing carnival of flavors

Olives Mediterranean Cafe creates an authentic culinary journey that wows its diners. From the tender chicken Luleh Kabob, to the sensational flavors of Baklava, to the rich, perfectly seasoned Beef Shawarma - the food consistently delights. It's not just the taste that impresses, but the well-thought-out portions, fresh ingredients and diversity that give phenomenal value for money. The dessert lacked creativity, but the main fare more than makes up for it.

  • Large Portions

    Customers love the generous, large, and plentiful portion sizes offered.

  • Not Creative

    Dessert options lacked inspiration compared to other courses offered.

Top 3 dishes at Olives Mediterranean Cafe

  1. 1

    Chicken Luleh Kabob 🏆

    Chicken was tender, moist, flavorful, and perfectly cooked by many accounts.

    Chicken Luleh Kabob dish
  2. 2

    Baklava

    Delicious blend of flavors; often described as 'to die for.'

    Baklava dish
  3. 3

    Beef Shawarma

    Seasoned perfectly, rich flavors, tender and delicious beef.

    Beef Shawarma dish

Vibe: Uninspiring ambiance but great entertainment

The ambiance falls short at Olives with harsh lighting and a cramped space. The absence of a wine selection does nothing to boost its credentials, and the buzz is oddly lacking. However, the live jazz band hits a high note, adding notable charm and adaptations for lovely date nights.

  • Great To Entertain

    Live jazz band enhances dining experience with high-quality entertainment.

  • Bad Drinks

    No wine available dampened the overall dining experience significantly.

Perks: Hassle-free service but problematic parking

Service at Olives is second to none, with the staff demonstrating friendliness and attentiveness that helps to offset some of the inconveniences. It’s a vegan-friendly place, accommodating dietary preferences remarkably well. It is very accommodating for large groups, but parking and outdoor seating pose a challenge. Also, the noise level is too high, impacting conversations significantly.

  • Great For Diets

    Numerous options, accommodating staff, vegan and vegetarian friendly.

  • Okay For Kids

    Clean, accessible, top-notch food, but no specific kid amenities.

  • Bad Outdoor

    Seating very limited, go off peak times or order out instead.