Olives and Oil Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing the menu at Olives and Oil, a trendy Italian wine and cocktail bar located in New Haven, CT. With a range of vegetarian options and wheelchair accessibility, this lively spot offers a diverse menu bursting with Italian flavors. Customers rave about the authentic dishes that transport them to Italy, like the goat cheese carbonara and meatballs over polenta. Standout items include the arancini, eggplant crisps, and handmade pastas. The cocktails, especially the espresso martinis and white tea shots, are a hit among patrons. Despite some minor critiques on salt levels, the overall dining experience is excellent with generous portions and attentive service. Whether you're seeking a romantic date spot or a group hangout, Olives and Oil promises a memorable meal with great vibes and carefully crafted dishes.
Pizza
Margherita Pizza
Heirloom tomatoes, mozzarella, basil pesto.
Meatball & Ricotta Pizza
Mozzarella, pomodoro, ricotta, basil.
Grandma's Eggplant Pizza
Ricotta, garlic, pomodoro, basil
Chicken Pesto Pie
Sun dried tomato, red onions, mozzarella.
Meat Lovers Pizza
Bacon, meatballs, sausage, parmesan, mozzarella, pomodoro.
Pesto Verde Pizza
Spinach, broccoli,parmesan, mozzarella, pesto.
Sausage & Tomato Pie
Baby tomatoes, garlic, mozzarella, pomodoro.
Day Trippin Pizza
Mixed mushrooms, caramelized shallots, mozzarella, truffle oil, balsamic reduction.
Prettier In Pink Pizza
Roasted chicken, garlic, basil, ricotta, mozzarella, vodka sauce.
Shrimp Casino
Olive Oil, Mozzarella, Jumbo Shrimp, Cherry Peppers, Spinach, Garlic, Lemon.
Burrata Pie
Mozzarella, tomato jam, basil pesto, truffle oil.
B.E.L.T. (Sandwich)
Applewood Bacon, Egg, Field Greens, Tomato, Mozzarella, Fingerling Potatoes
Arancini Benedict
Fried risotto, baby kale, poached eggs, Hollandaise, potatoes.
Chicken Pesto Panini
Grilled chicken, pesto aioli, field greens, tomatoes, mozzarella, ciabatta, potatoes.
Meatball Benedict
Old school meatballs, mozzarella, english muffin, potatoes, Hollandaise.
Steak & Eggs Saturday Brunch
New York strip, sunny side eggs, Hollandaise, field green salad, potatoes.
Eggplant Vodka Parmesan Panini
Crispy Eggplant, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Vodka Sauce, Basil, Potatoes
Eggs Florentine
Garlic, Mushrooms, Spinach, Mozzarella
Breakfast Risotto
Applewood Bacon, Mushrooms, Herbs, Fried Egg, Parmesan
Breakfast Pizza
Everything Bagel Spice, Garlic, Mozzarella, Fried Eggs, Hollandaise, Choice of Bacon or Sausage
Saturday & Sunday Brunch
Cicchetti
Calamari
Lightly breaded and fried, cherry peppers, pomodoro, fresh herbs, grilled lemon.
Eggplant Chips
Lightly breaded and fried, pomodoro, parmesan.
Arancini
Parmesan reggiano, fontina, vodka sauce.
Old School Meatballs
Pomodoro, creamy polenta, parmesan.
Prosciutto & Melon
Cantaloupe, Ricotta, Olive Oil, Focaccia Toast
Charcuterie
Chef's selection of meats & cheeses.
Seared Octopus
Fingerling potatoes, citrus aioli, herbs, lemon.
Crispy Broccolini
Fried broccolini, pickled peppers, parmesan.
Roasted Garlic Spread
Warm Garlic Spread, Focaccia Toast, Olives, Roasted Pickle Peppers
Garlic Bread Bruschetta
Garlic Bread, Mozzarella, Tomatoes, Onion, Balsamic Basil
Brussels & Bacon
Crispy Fried, Bacon, Balsamic, Parmesan
Ricotta Toast
Focaccia, Truffle Honey, Toasted Walnuts, Olive Oil, Fresh Herbs
Olives Salad
Field greens, cherry tomatoes, olives, cucumbers, balsamic dressing.
Classic Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce, house croutons, parmesan reggiano.
Burrata Salad
Basil pesto, tomato jam, baby tomatoes, cucumbers.
Caprese Salad
Tomato, fresh mozzarella, olive oil, basil balsamic reduction.
Meatball Salad
Grilled romaine, roasted pickled peppers, pomodoro, tuscan dressing, parmesan.
Steak Wedge Salad
NY strip, romaine, gorgonzola dressing, balsamic onion jam baby tomatoes, crispy onion.
Spinach Salad
Baby Spinach, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Radicchio, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Candied Walnuts
Ensalata
Fresh Pasta
Rigatoni A La Vodka
Sausage, ricotta, parmesan reggiano.
Rigatoni Bolognese
Roasted pork, pomodoro, ricotta, parmesan reggiano.
Chicken Parmesan
Spaghetti, pomodoro, fresh mozzarella, parmesan reggiano.
Eggplant Parmesan
Spaghetti, pomodoro, fresh mozzarella, parmesan reggiano.
Cacio E Pepe
Spaghetti, minute eggs, black pepper, garlic, parmesan reggiano
Pesto Alfredo
Torchetti, basil pesto, pickled peppers, parmesan.
Shrimp Scampi
Jumbo shrimp, linguini, white wine, garlic, herbs, EVOO, parmesan reggiano.
Spaghetti & Meatballs
Pomodoro sauce, old school meatballs, parmesan.
Shaved Truffle Mac & Cheese
Rigatoni, Alfredo, Shaved Black Truffle, Exotic Mushrooms, Parmesan
Goat Cheese Carbonara
Sun dried tomatoes, mushrooms, dried figs, sweet peas, bacon, minute egg.
Grilled Chicken Picatta Pasta
Grilled chicken, baby tomatoes, capers, lemon, parmesan, basil.
Pan Seared Salmon
Farro, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Radicchio, Exotic Mushrooms, Spinach, Balsamic Glaze
Oz Garlic Butter Steak
NY Strip, truffled fingerling potatoes, summer squash, vidalia onion, parmesan, garlic compound butter
Chicken MIlanese
Crispy chicken, baby tomatoes, balsamic dressing, english cucumbers, field greens, shaved parmesan, lemon caper butter sauce.
Entrata
Risotto
Pesto & Mushroom Risotto
Basil pesto, exotic mushrooms, baby tomatoes, parmesan.
Truffle Risotto
Shaved Black Truffle, Exotic Mushrooms, Garlic, Spinach, Parmesan
Sweet Sausage Risotto
Sweet Italian Sausage, Baby Tomatoes, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Fresh Herbs, Parmesan.
Cajun Shrimp Risotto
Blackened Jumbo Shrimp, Garlic, Sweet Peas, Parmesan
Zeppole
Fresh Made Ricotta Doughnuts, Cinnamon Sugar, Chocolate Sauce
Chocolate Mouse Cake
Krafty kakes, Wallingford.
Limoncello Cake
Krafty kakes, Wallingford.
Cannoli
Tiramisu
Fresh Made, Whipped Mascarpone, Coffee Liqueur, Coffee, Lady Fingers, Shaved Dark Chocolate, Orange, Powder Suger, Espresso Beans