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L’Olive Restaurant - Venice, Venice, FL

L’Olive Restaurant - Venice

4.8
4.8
126 Reviews
$31 to $50
Mediterranean

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
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
  • Website
    http://loliverestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Ismail Oztas
  • Location
    1262 Jacaranda Blvd, Venice, FL 34292
  • Neighborhood
    Venice
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Beer, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Takeout, Vegan, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Menu

COLD APPETIZERS & SPREADS

  • Hummus $12.00

    Seasoned chickpeas, tahini, lemon, cumin, EVOO

    • Baba Ganoush $12.00

      Chargrilled eggplant, garlic, tahini, Greek yogurt

      • Tzatziki $12.00

        Greek Yogurt, cucumbers, fresh dill, garlic, mint

        • Htipiti $12.00

          Fire-roasted red pepper, marinated feta, walnuts

          • Carrot Tarator $12.00

            Greek yogurt, horseradish, walnuts, fresh dill, EVOO

            • Shakshouka $12.00

              eggplant, bell peppers, tomato garlic sauce

              • Dolmaki $12.00

                White rice stuffed grape leaves, dill, lemon

                • Choice of Four Sampler Mezze $28.00

                  HOT APPETIZERS

                  • Falafel $16.00

                    Hummus, lemon, olive oil, petit salad, red pepper aioli

                    • Mussels Provencal $18.00

                      mussels cooked in garlic, olives, herbs and lemon butter

                      • Chargrilled Spanish Octopus $22.00

                        Potato confit, smoked paprika, lemon aioli, petit greens

                        • Crispy Cheese Roll $14.00

                          Fried pastry roll filled with feta, tzatziki

                          SOUPS & SALADS

                          • Lentil Soup

                            Slow cooked yellow lentil w/ onion, potato and carrots topped with smoked pepper oil

                            • Cup$6.00
                            • Bowl$8.00

                          • Roasted Beet Salad $16.00

                            spinach, beets, goat cheese, orange segment, black fig, walnuts, fig balsamic vinaigrette

                            • Greek Salad $15.00

                              Feta, romaine, cucumber, grape tomatoes, red onion, olives, sumac, oregano, Greek Dressing

                              PITA & SANDWICHES

                              All sandwiches come with a side of Fries or Salad

                              • Lamb Shish Kebab Pita$17.00

                                Grilled lamb tips, oregano, tomato, lettuce, onion, house spice, tzatziki sauce and feta

                                • Adana Kebab Pita $16.00

                                  Grilled ground lamb, cooked on a skewer, tomato, lettuce, sumac onion, Aleppo pepper

                                  • Grilled Salmon Pita $17.00

                                    Grilled salmon, romaine lettuce, tomato, red pepper aioli, red onions, fresh dill

                                    • Grilled Chicken Pita $15.00

                                      All-natural grilled chicken, lettuce, tomato, sumac onion, oregano dressing

                                      • Falafel Pita $15.00

                                        Hummus spread, tomatoes, cucumber, lettuce, crispy falafel, red pepper aioli, oregano dressing

                                        • Gyro Pita $16.00

                                          All-natural sliced lamb gyro, tomatoes, sumac onions, lettuce, home-made tzatziki

                                          • Greek Shrimp Pita $17.00

                                            Grilled shrimp, lettuce, tomato, feta, kalamata olives, red onions, roasted red pepper aioli

                                            ENTREES

                                            • Chicken Fettucinne Pasta $24.00

                                              Crilled Chicken, sundried tomato, pistachio pesto, parmesan cream sauce, baby spinach

                                              • Jumbo Shrimp Skewer $28.00

                                                Grilled Shrimp, Broccolini, Israeli couscous, lemon oregano vinaigrette, Aleppo pepper oil

                                                • Wild Mushroom Ravioli $26.00

                                                  Sauteed mushroom mélange, baby spinach, white truffle parmesan cream sauce, grated parmesan, parsley

                                                  • Chicken Shish Kebab $24.00

                                                    marinaded all-natural chicken, served with bulgur pilaf, vegetables and sumac onions

                                                    • Gyro Platter $26.00

                                                      sliced beef and lamb gyro, served with bulgur pilaf, grilled vegetables, sumac onions, tzatziki

                                                      ADD ON

                                                      • Salmon $14.00

                                                        • Chicken $8.00

                                                          • Falafel $8.00

                                                            • Shrimp $12.00

                                                              • Gyro $10.00

                                                                *consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness

                                                                  Last updated: January 23, 2024

                                                                  What 126 people are saying

                                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                                  4.8
                                                                  4.8 based on recent ratings
                                                                  • 4.8Food
                                                                  • 4.9Service
                                                                  • 4.6Ambience
                                                                  • 4.6Value

                                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                                  Loved For

                                                                  • Tampa / Central Florida West

                                                                    Mediterranean

                                                                  • Sarasota / Bradenton

                                                                    Best Overall

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                                                                    Best Food

                                                                  • Sarasota / Bradenton

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                                                                  • Sarasota / Bradenton

                                                                    Best Value

                                                                  • Sarasota / Bradenton

                                                                    Healthy

                                                                  • Sarasota / Bradenton

                                                                    Neighborhood gem

                                                                  Review summary

                                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                  L'Olive Restaurant in Venice is a cherished gem, offering "excellent food" with a "friendly, welcoming staff." Patrons rave about the "outstanding consistent service" and "delicious Mediterranean cuisine." The atmosphere is "inviting and relaxing," making it the "best Mediterranean restaurant in Venice." This spot is a must-visit for its "flavorful dishes" and "warm ambiance."

                                                                  126 Reviews

                                                                  1. Bob

                                                                    Tampa

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    Dined 2 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Had a lovely Valentine’s Day dinner at my girlfriend’s favorite restaurant. We were seated promptly, waited on promptly and served promptly. Food was delicious.

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                                                                  2. John

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    Philadelphia

                                                                    27 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    27 reviews

                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    L’Olive is an outstanding restaurant with exceptional service. We are always fortunate to have the owner (Paul) serve us at the bar.

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                                                                  3. Sarah

                                                                    Tampa

                                                                    10 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    10 reviews

                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    My husband and I love this restaurant. The food has been fantastic. The menu is not overwhelming and has a variety of wonderful dishes. The staff is fantastic as well as very knowledgeable about the dishes. They do offer special dishes not on the menu and the specials are tops.

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                                                                  4. Nick

                                                                    Tampa

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    3.0

                                                                    2 reviews

                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                    3. Service 3
                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                    We have a reservation through open table for 4:45 the lady that greet us said we’re early that we have 5 p.m reservations I said no it’s 4:45 and we got there like 4:36 something and she let us Wait I don’t know what’s the reason she said we can figure it out this one ? for me that’s wrong because we have a reservation they should have no problem and not letting us wait at all and forgive it out and the people that’s arrive after us she take it right away before us why they have reservations so do I I don’t know what’s her problem to me she rude . Never come back there in fact everything is good except that lady that’s let us wait even we have reservations it’s turn off .

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                                                                  5. John

                                                                    Tampa

                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    11 reviews

                                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                    Excellent restaurant where the service and food were outstanding. The menu has a Mediterranean flair, but all the dishes are well prepared and delicious.

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                                                                  6. Rich

                                                                    Pittsburgh

                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    6 reviews

                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Food was excellent as was the service.I liked the fact they serve burger instead of rice.

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                                                                  7. Michael

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    Tampa

                                                                    92 reviews

                                                                    4.0

                                                                    92 reviews

                                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                                    2. Food 4
                                                                    3. Service 4
                                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                                    Food was very good and nicely presented Will go back

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                                                                  8. Lynnette

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    Atlanta

                                                                    41 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    41 reviews

                                                                    Dined 6 days ago

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Nice casual restaurant , great food and service. Will go back again.

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                                                                  9. Beth

                                                                    VIP

                                                                    Greater Boston

                                                                    129 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    129 reviews

                                                                    Dined on February 9, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    Wonderful first time at L'Olive.A friend and I both wanted the branzino which was simply prepared. Her husband suggested the we ask to split the entree. The fish was delicious w a crispy skin and to our delight, there wasn't a "plate splitting charge" on the bill!

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                                                                  10. Brian

                                                                    New York City

                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                    5.0

                                                                    3 reviews

                                                                    Dined on February 8, 2025

                                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                                    2. Food 5
                                                                    3. Service 5
                                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                                    We had an excellent Saturday lunch. The menu choices sounded somewhat unusual to us, but things turned out great. Food was excellent. We had 5 different dishes, including 1 special, and all were good. We had 2 vegeterians in the group, and they had good choices. Our servers seemed to "be in charge" and was great. I am guessing he may have been the owner. There were lots of fine wine and beer choices too, as well as sinful deserts. There were not too many upscale restaurnts available for lunch on a Saturday, and we were happy to find this one. We wanted to sit outside, but our server wisely advised us that the sun would be on us in 30 minutes. Inside was great. We ahd 2 disabled in our party and all was fine. Parking is fine. The restauranrt is an a shopping center--good parking--ambience not too great, but who cares. We recommend it.

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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 4.8 stars by 126 OpenTable diners.

                                                                  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 13 times today

                                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                                  Google Map for L’Olive Restaurant - Venice

                                                                  1262 Jacaranda Blvd, Venice, FL 34292

                                                                  Additional information

                                                                  • Neighborhood
                                                                    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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