The Olive RestoBar in Downey

Review №1

2023-10-18 20:45:43

Very pleased.For being in the middle of the week and the middle of the day, this place is busy good.I was welcomed with a smile and served immediately.I was offered with lunch specials and I picked the gyro.The meat was thick and juicy delicious.The service was impeccable.The price was very reasonable as well.I am very please with my choice to enter The Olive Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar.If I wasnt working, I would have tried the bar too. I settled for Raspberry Ice Tea instead.

Review №2

2023-09-28 00:05:28

The restaurant boasts an ample dining area, allowing guests to choose between the cozy ambiance inside or the refreshing patio area outside. There was exceptional service provided by the waiters. They were incredibly attentive, making sure that every need and request was promptly taken care of. The menu offered a wide range of Mediterranean delicacies, each bursting with flavors, the lamb chops were my favorite piece. I would highly recommend it to anyone seeking a delightful dining experience to eat here.

Review №3

2023-11-25 07:04:26

Our visit to this restaurant today was driven by my daughters strong craving for the pita bread offered at The Olive. As anticipated, the food here maintains its consistent excellence, always delivering delightful flavors and quality.Our experience was further elevated by the outstanding service provided by Alexis, who was supported by the manager Carlos. Their attentive and genuine care truly enhanced our dining experience. Im also grateful for Bryans exceptional service during our previous visits, leaving a lasting positive impression.The ambience of this establishment consistently hits the mark, creating a welcoming and enjoyable setting suitable for any occasion.Overall, the standout aspects remain the consistently great food, coupled with the impeccable service from Alexis, Carlos, and Bryan. This restaurant remains a preferred choice, consistently delivering an enjoyable and satisfying dining experience.

Review №4

2023-11-16 04:53:10

An awesome experience i must say.. the food was good, they did not miss! The service was even better w the hospitality of Lisa our waitress/server who continuously made sure everything was A1, even gave some recommendations & her bubbly, friendly personality made it an all around great experience!.. definitely will recommend & be a return customer!.

Review №5

2023-11-11 07:04:38

I just left this location a couple minutes ago after planning a night out with friends. We picked this location due to the outdoor atmosphere great food and services weve received in the past. Tonight was going great, as we enjoyed our meals and the service provided to us. From the moment we arrived the young ladies working the check in were very profesional and assisted us in a timely manner. Once we were seated our waiter was very attentive and courteous to our needs. It felt like the perfect night, until it was ruined by the person in this photo. The man on the right was working with another server cleaning the table. I was sitting by the door awaiting for my party of friends to leave for the evening as they stepped away for the restrooms. During this time I overheard the two waiters conversations. The man in the photo made an inappropriate comment about the people in the my party and how they ate there food and cleaned off there plates. He used Spanish and a curse word while the other waiter laughed. At this moment they did not see me standing there until I approached and I told them we were finished while also correcting his vocabulary. I was extremely disappointed as this is no way anyone should speak of another person regardless of size or race. You simply do not make these comments as they are extremely disrespectful even if he assumed he was alone, it is hurtful for anyone to hear. Going forward I will no longer provide business to this place as I would not feel comfortable eating in a venue that has staff waiting to judge peoples meals after theyve been finished. I truly hope you correct this behavior, as no one should ever have to worry about being judged when they are simply trying to enjoy a night out.

Review №6

2023-09-14 08:40:21

Great ambiance and amazing food. I had a lot of food… falafel, spicy hummus, kafta kabob, tzatziki loaded with veggies, cheese balls, and baklava. All so delicious and fresh. I even loved the fresh pita and dipping sauce that was complimentary. From the manager and many servers, everyone was pleasant and friendly throughout my time there. I went during happy hour so the specials were great during that time. I’m definitely returning to this Mediterranean restaurant for sure. I loved it.

Review №7

2023-11-17 16:52:19

Made a reservation for 4 and I had to push it back 30 min later and they were accommodating. I checked in weGot out table Rigth away.Out server name was Andrew and he was excellent! Andrew Went above and beyond to ensure we we’re having a great time celebrating our friends birthday, the good was as always very tasty and came out in a timely matter. I had sweet and spicy shrimp as appetizers, chicken and steak kebabs with couscous along with a muscle mule.Aside from having a good experience with great food and company, I believe the server, Andrew made it more of a memorable experience by being attentive and himself.

Review №8

2023-07-14 22:21:57

Went here for the first time for Father’s Day. Drove an hour to come try it out. The decor is very nice. Inside has several tables but is very loud. Outside was nice and fresh. There’s covering overhead so it’s not sunny while you’re eating, which I love. I love that they offer both brunch and the lunch menu in the morning.We ordered the Mediterranean breakfast plate, Greek salad, chicken shawarma, batata harra, and pancakes. Food was good. My father in law is from Greece and said his salad was good but not authentic Greek salad 😂 it looked very fresh though. The Mediterranean breakfast was okay but my husband said absolutely not worth the price of $18.50. My chicken shawarma was good. Not as flavorful as I’ve had from other places but good. My daughter loved her pancakes and fruit. Can’t really go wrong with that.Our bill was $100 for 3 adults and 1 kids, all drinking water. We were slightly annoyed that when ordering and asked if my husband wanted the jalapeños, we weren’t told that it would be $3 for a grilled jalapeño. We thought it was just something that came on it and that they asked because some people might not like the heat. The Greek chicken salad was $23.75. The chicken shawarma plate ($22.50) came with garlic sauce, which was good. I asked for one to go to finish the rest of my plate at home with it. I wish I was told that the tiny 2 Oz condiment container was going to be another charge of $2.50. The batata harra was $11 for essentially some fries with garlic. No seasoning or anything on it to make it super delicious.This place was good to try out once. For the drive and prices, we likely won’t return.

Review №9

2023-06-11 22:03:03

Made a reservation for 7:15. I was running late so I called the place on my way there and spoke to a lady about it and she said it was fine since they offer a 15 minute grace period. I showed up at 7:25 and the lady there said we would have to wait because they only offer a 5 min. grace period. I told her I spoke to someone over the phone and she looked surprised and told us we still had to wait. The place was pretty busy so I understood and I waited.The decor is gorgeous. Very modern and classy. Definitely put some effort in your appearance when coming here. It gives off that vibe.Once seated, I got to ordering. Tried their Downey michelada and omg, literally one of the best miches Ive ever had and Ive had many! I started off with the fried calamari and salmon ceviche. The calamari was perfect. The dipping sauce was a great addition. The salmon ceviche had a smoky, unique taste. It was okay but I wouldnt order it again. The flatbread was cooked to perfection.As my entree I ordered the chicken & steak skewers that came with rice and a salad and this amazing sauce. Great, authentic flavors. The portion was perfect. They made a mistake on my friends order and it was taken care of immediately.Our total was a little over $100 for 2 appetizers, 2 main entrees and 4 drinks. I think it was a reasonable price since they serve quality food in an upscale environment.I can see myself coming back in the near future. 🙂P.S Bar Louie is right next door. You can continue the party there.

Review №10

2023-02-14 06:16:53

I enjoy dining here. The food is delicious and the staff are friendly and helpful.I’ve only been here for lunch and HAPPY HOUR, and prices are reasonable. There’s plenty of outdoor seating, and if you get cold, heaters are available. Forgot to take photo of their shrimp, beef, and chicken skewers, but they’re all great with shrimp being my favorite.