Restaurant Olivia

We came here on a whim a few years ago for my birthday when we were lucky enough to snag a reservation, and ever since this is far and away our favorite Italian restaurant. Every plate is divine, the service is always immaculate, and we always have an incredible time. We love that they change the menu so we can come and try something new every time. The drinks are always top notch, too!

My partner and I visited Restaurant Olivia with high hopes of a fabulous experience. We knew the restaurant had recently been recognized by James Beard for their superior hospitality and could not wait to try it for ourselves. Our expectations were exceeded as we were wined and dined with the upmost hospitable service from Miss Sue Brown. She ever so elegantly guided us through the menu providing personalized recommendations, tailored to our preferences. Sue is incredibly knowledgeable of the menu and shared how each item was uniquely crafted. We could hear the love and passion in Sue’s voice speaking about the chefs bringing the creations to life. We tried several different offerings, each and every dish was plated to perfection with outstanding fresh flavors. Our dining experience was the best we’ve had in years but Sue is the real treat. She made sure our time at Restaurant Olivia was one that will never be forgotten. Along with the lovely service provided by Sue, we had a warm, welcoming experience from the moment we entered the space. We were greeted immediately upon arriving and promptly escorted to our table. The ambiance of the space is both elevated and relaxing. The sommelier did an excellent job helping us select a bottle of wine that we would both enjoy and took care of us all evening. The entire team of Restaurant Olivia provided silent service with a smile. It was flawless. My partner and I were able to have a romantic evening without ever needing to ask for a thing. The ability to anticipate our needs were next level hospitality. I am looking forward to seeing Restaurant Olivia earn a Michelin Star in the near future.

I worked in NYC for 20 years and have enjoyed amazing Italian food. Whenever I leave NYC I am always looking for excellent Italian food which is harder to find than you would think. Restaurant Olivia is amazing and as good or better than what I had in NYC! The focacia bread is always excellent. We had a pork appetizer that was perfectly cooked and seasoned. The pastas were incredible as always. I had the bolognese and the rigatoni. A secret if the server does not tell you is that you can choose two half order pastas if you can't make up your mind about just one. We have been many times now and the service is excellent, friendly and the cozy ambiance of the room just perfect for what Olivia's does.

Had a great time here with friends on a Saturday evening. The staff were great, especially the sommelier, who helped us pick a fantastic Nebbiolo that paired so well with all the hand made pastas we selected. Their small plates were also very good - my favorite was crispy pork terrine. All around a great restaurant and dinning experience!