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Black Olive, Baltimore, MD

Black Olive

4.8
4.8
3011 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Charming
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–10:00 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
  • Neighborhood
    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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Experiences

  • December 31, 2024 New Year's Eve Dinner

    $120.00 per person

    Dec 31, 2024 only
    Celebrate New Year’s Eve at The Black Olive! Join us for an unforgettable evening featuring exquisite dishes inspired by our ancestors’ cherished recipes, blending ancient flavors with fine dining. Pair your meal with exclusive small-grower Champagne flights and our new Santorini wine flight, showcasing rare, small-production gems. We’re hunting, gathering, and negotiating exceptional wine deals to make your night spectacular. This is more than a meal—it’s a journey through history, taste, and celebration. Seats are limited, and we sell out every year. Book now to secure your spot for this extraordinary New Year’s Eve celebration!
    December 31, 2024 New Year's Eve Dinner Photo

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What 3,011 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • Baltimore / Maryland

    Seafood

  • Baltimore

    Healthy

  • Baltimore

    Great for fine wines

  • Baltimore

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Black Olive offers a delightful blend of "outstanding food," warm ambiance, and attentive service. Diners rave about the "never-failing" quality of dishes, from octopus to lamb, and the "excellent" wine selection. The Mediterranean-inspired menu is complemented by a "charming" setting, making it a cherished Baltimore gem for special occasions and casual dining alike.

3,011 Reviews

  1. Paul

    Philadelphia

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A little bit of Greek heaven in Charm City. We had a wonderful dining experience in this beautiful old brick building. We had a nice romantic table for two and started off with some Kalamata olives, warm focaccia bread and seasoned olive oil. We had the lobster bisque which was very tasty and the Greek Village salad with fresh heirloom tomatoes, peppers, cucumbers and Feta cheese mixed in this superb vinaigrette. It was so fresh and one of the best salads I’ve tasted in quite some time. We had the village pie which was delicious. It reminded me of a quiche made with phyllo dough and a variety of cheeses. It tasted like it had artichokes, spinach and herbs in it-was outstanding. For our entrees, we had the whole European bass (Branzino) and the whole Dover sole. Both were grilled and served in lemon butter sauce. They melted in your mouth. They were served with asparagus and sweet potato mash. For dessert we had the skillet apple tart and the tiramisu-decadent. We both loved everything we tasted at this restaurant. Our server was friendly and attentive. She did a fantastic job and was great with suggestions. Overall, we had great service, amazing food, a beautiful atmosphere-wonderful experience! They also have an extensive wine list. Parking garage is a close walk to restaurant. Definitely recommend and will return. Thank you!

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  2. Joseph

    Baltimore

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent. The wait staff was awesome. We always have a hood time eating and drinking at the Black Olive.

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  3. Patty

    Baltimore

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of Baltimore's premier restaurants is still at the top of its game, after almost 3 decades! A friend and I had another exceptional dinner there recently, catering to our craving for lamb chops, which The Black Olive prepares to perfection. (While the restaurant is particularly known for its outstanding seafood offerings, it gets high marks across the board.) Our appetizers were the superb octopus salad (best I've found in Baltimore), and excellent village pie. Dessert was the perfect ending, a light and luscious tiramisu. We love the charming surroundings and ambiance of the restaurant, and the attentiveness of the personable wait staff is always much appreciated. A well-deserved continuing reputation as one of Baltimore's best!!

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  4. Stacey

    Baltimore

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite Greek restaurant in Baltimore, post trip to Greece in Sept. 2023 ! So so good! An upscale restaurant that doesn’t overcharge for wine or meals! The wait staff and overall service are both amazing.

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  5. Caroline

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent, the service was great, the ambiance was lovely and really just everything about our experience was exceptional. We have eaten here before but it had been a while, it will not be as long before we return! We go to all of the highest end restaurants in town and this was better than most! Highly recommend!!

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  6. Stephanie

    Baltimore

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 26, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is an amazing restaurant and perfect for a special celebration!

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  7. Peter

    San Francisco

    21 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We hadn’t visited the Black Olive in several years, mostly because we were avoiding downtown Bmore because of the squeegee issues around the city. We’re happy that this appears to be a thing of the past. We enjoyed a wonderful meal last night. We arrived and were seated in the back room. There are 4 or 5 tables in this room. We ordered raw oysters, stuffed calamari, and octopus salad for appetizers. We had a grilled whole snapper and while black sea bass for entrees. We had a bottle of Assyrtiko wine from Santorini. For dessert, we shared baklava ice cream. Everything was well prepared and delicious. The stuffed calamari was a standout. We look forward to returning again soon.

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  8. margaret

    Baltimore

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on November 24, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Everything on this menu is delicious, perfectly prepared and served. The sommelier is very helpful in pairing entrees with wines.

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  9. Bennett

    Baltimore

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience especially from the owner/maitre d

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  10. Russell

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    4.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The appetizers were excellent. The main course entrees were very good. The lobster and pasta was excellent. The soft shell crab was excellent. The diver sole was good and the lamb shank was good.

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FAQs

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

Black Olive is rated 4.8 stars by 3011 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 PM
Booked 10 times today
Experiences are available.

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
  • Neighborhood
    Fells Point
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 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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