Welcome to Olives and Oil
Olives and Oil, located in New Haven, CT, is a trendy Italian wine and cocktail bar that offers a wide range of options for customers. With a focus on authentic Italian flavors, the restaurant is known for its delicious food and creative cocktails. Customers praise the attentive and friendly staff, as well as the lively atmosphere. Notable dishes include the meatballs over polenta and the goat cheese carbonara, all prepared to perfection. The handmade pasta is a standout feature, with patrons raving about its quality. While some mention the need for reservations, the overall consensus is that the wait is worth it for a memorable dining experience at Olives and Oil.
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124 Temple St New Haven, CT 06510 Hotline: (203) 891-5870
Located in the heart of New Haven, Connecticut, Olives and Oil is a charming establishment that seamlessly blends the ambiance of a trendy wine and cocktail bar with the delicious flavors of authentic Italian cuisine. From the moment you step inside, you are greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere that sets the stage for a memorable dining experience.
This restaurant offers a wide range of amenities, including the option to make reservations, delivery, takeout, and catering services. With a diverse menu that caters to vegetarians and meat-lovers alike, Olives and Oil ensures that there is something for everyone to enjoy. The outdoor seating, complete with heating for colder evenings, provides the perfect setting for a relaxed meal under the stars.
Customer reviews rave about the delicious food and attentive service at Olives and Oil. Dishes like meatballs over polenta, arancini, goat cheese carbonara, and handmade pasta have left diners raving about the authentic flavors that remind them of Italy. The cocktails, especially the espresso martinis and the notorious pig, are also highly recommended for their perfect balance of flavors.
If you're in the mood for a delightful dining experience with mouthwatering Italian cuisine and creative cocktails, Olives and Oil is the place to be. Whether you're looking for a romantic date night or a fun group hangout, this restaurant offers a perfect blend of flavors and ambiance that will leave you craving for more. Make sure to make a reservation in advance to secure your spot at this popular spot in New Haven.
Cute drinks. Not too loud inside. It can be busy, but the staff does their best. We didn't try any food but it smelled good.
Food was the most like Italy that I have had in the States. Haley gave us good service in spite of the place being quite noisy.
This was my first time here and I had an amazing experience. The food and drinks were excellent! Marissa waited on us and she was awesome! Will definitely come back again!
Jake (not from State Farm lol) was a fabulous bartender during our SantaCon visit. We had a great conversation which honestly made the visit worthy of 5-stars! We talked about white tea shots and as a tequila lover I'm not sure how I've gone so long without trying one. It was tasty but I think I'll be sticking to the og. Their meatballs over polenta is pretty good. The sauce ratio is perfect and it's very filling. The little pigs throughout the restaurant's decor and behind the bar are super cute. I'll be back to check them out for dinner.
I have not been here since their pandemic restriction days and I'm so glad I tried it again! Their food is delicious! The arancini was a big hit with the table. I thought the eggplant crisps were okay. I got the goat cheese carbonara which was HEAVENLY - so good. The service was great - everyone was very attentive and friendly. They have lots of bar seating, high top tables, and booths. Great for large parties or couples too. Definitely recommend!
Grabbed some takeout pizzas here after coming into the Omni Hotel late at night. Service was relatively quick but the pizzas were top notch! Be wary, they only have one size (seemed to be an approximate "shmedium" but delicious nonetheless. Prices are typical of the area but definitely a deal for the quality. We'll be back.
Nice, quick stop for a cream soda & ginger snap cookie. Very fast & sweet interaction with the person helping us. They have sandwiches, salads and lots of Italian food to pick up.
Loved it here!! Great food, quick service, and good vibes! Biggest caveat is that you'll need a reservation unless you're willing to wait +30 minutes... But with food like this, the wait is worth it! Our meals were delicious! Portions are huge and pours are heavy. The handmade pasta is out of this world! They could put a bit more work into their appetizer game, but overall will definitely be coming back for more. Can't wait to explore the menu!
Great spot for a date or group hang out! They have a bunch of homemade pasta dishes, fresh wood oven pizza, other classic italian foods, and phenomenal cocktails. They are most known for their espresso martinis! However, I wasn't really in the coffee mood so I decided to get the next popular option: the notorious pig. The drink was the perfect balance of alcohol and sweetness. It also came with a cute little keep pig! For an appetizer my partner and I got the bread with garlic spread and it was sooo good! The bread was so fresh and the garlic spread butter, chefs kiss. For entrees I got the chicken parmigiana with vodka cause and my partner got the rigatoni ala vodka. The homemade pasta was super good, bouncy and chewy with a little bite. However, both dishes were a little under salted. That would be our only critique of this place. The service was just okay, but the ambiance was vibey. I loved the decor. Overall, I would come again, especially for happy hour.