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.

$18.00

Meatball & Ricotta Pizza

Mozzarella, pomodoro, ricotta, basil.

$22.00

Grandma's Eggplant Pizza

Ricotta, garlic, pomodoro, basil

$23.00

Chicken Pesto Pie

Sun dried tomato, red onions, mozzarella.

$24.00

Meat Lovers Pizza

Bacon, meatballs, sausage, parmesan, mozzarella, pomodoro.

$25.00

Pesto Verde Pizza

Spinach, broccoli,parmesan, mozzarella, pesto.

$20.00

Sausage & Tomato Pie

Baby tomatoes, garlic, mozzarella, pomodoro.

$23.00

Day Trippin Pizza

Mixed mushrooms, caramelized shallots, mozzarella, truffle oil, balsamic reduction.

$22.00

Prettier In Pink Pizza

Roasted chicken, garlic, basil, ricotta, mozzarella, vodka sauce.

$24.00

Shrimp Casino

Olive Oil, Mozzarella, Jumbo Shrimp, Cherry Peppers, Spinach, Garlic, Lemon.

$25.00

Burrata Pie

Mozzarella, tomato jam, basil pesto, truffle oil.

$22.00

B.E.L.T. (Sandwich)

Applewood Bacon, Egg, Field Greens, Tomato, Mozzarella, Fingerling Potatoes

$14.00

Arancini Benedict

Fried risotto, baby kale, poached eggs, Hollandaise, potatoes.

$15.00

Chicken Pesto Panini

Grilled chicken, pesto aioli, field greens, tomatoes, mozzarella, ciabatta, potatoes.

$17.00

Meatball Benedict

Old school meatballs, mozzarella, english muffin, potatoes, Hollandaise.

$15.00

Steak & Eggs Saturday Brunch

New York strip, sunny side eggs, Hollandaise, field green salad, potatoes.

$33.00

Eggplant Vodka Parmesan Panini

Crispy Eggplant, Ricotta, Mozzarella, Vodka Sauce, Basil, Potatoes

$16.00

Eggs Florentine

Garlic, Mushrooms, Spinach, Mozzarella

$16.00

Breakfast Risotto

Applewood Bacon, Mushrooms, Herbs, Fried Egg, Parmesan

$16.00

Breakfast Pizza

Everything Bagel Spice, Garlic, Mozzarella, Fried Eggs, Hollandaise, Choice of Bacon or Sausage

$18.00

Saturday & Sunday Brunch

Cicchetti

Calamari

Lightly breaded and fried, cherry peppers, pomodoro, fresh herbs, grilled lemon.

$16.00

Eggplant Chips

Lightly breaded and fried, pomodoro, parmesan.

$12.00

Arancini

Parmesan reggiano, fontina, vodka sauce.

$12.00

Old School Meatballs

Pomodoro, creamy polenta, parmesan.

$9.00

Prosciutto & Melon

Cantaloupe, Ricotta, Olive Oil, Focaccia Toast

$18.00

Charcuterie

Chef's selection of meats & cheeses.

$26.00

Seared Octopus

Fingerling potatoes, citrus aioli, herbs, lemon.

$18.00

Crispy Broccolini

Fried broccolini, pickled peppers, parmesan.

$12.00

Roasted Garlic Spread

Warm Garlic Spread, Focaccia Toast, Olives, Roasted Pickle Peppers

$10.00

Garlic Bread Bruschetta

Garlic Bread, Mozzarella, Tomatoes, Onion, Balsamic Basil

$12.00

Brussels & Bacon

Crispy Fried, Bacon, Balsamic, Parmesan

$12.00

Ricotta Toast

Focaccia, Truffle Honey, Toasted Walnuts, Olive Oil, Fresh Herbs

$14.00

Olives Salad

Field greens, cherry tomatoes, olives, cucumbers, balsamic dressing.

$9.00

Classic Caesar Salad

Romaine lettuce, house croutons, parmesan reggiano.

$13.00

Burrata Salad

Basil pesto, tomato jam, baby tomatoes, cucumbers.

$13.00

Caprese Salad

Tomato, fresh mozzarella, olive oil, basil balsamic reduction.

$15.00

Meatball Salad

Grilled romaine, roasted pickled peppers, pomodoro, tuscan dressing, parmesan.

$16.00

Steak Wedge Salad

NY strip, romaine, gorgonzola dressing, balsamic onion jam baby tomatoes, crispy onion.

$20.00

Spinach Salad

Baby Spinach, Tomatoes, Cucumber, Radicchio, Crumbled Goat Cheese, Candied Walnuts

$14.00

Ensalata

Fresh Pasta

Rigatoni A La Vodka

Sausage, ricotta, parmesan reggiano.

$24.00

Rigatoni Bolognese

Roasted pork, pomodoro, ricotta, parmesan reggiano.

$24.00

Chicken Parmesan

Spaghetti, pomodoro, fresh mozzarella, parmesan reggiano.

$26.00

Eggplant Parmesan

Spaghetti, pomodoro, fresh mozzarella, parmesan reggiano.

$24.00

Cacio E Pepe

Spaghetti, minute eggs, black pepper, garlic, parmesan reggiano

$22.00

Pesto Alfredo

Torchetti, basil pesto, pickled peppers, parmesan.

$22.00

Shrimp Scampi

Jumbo shrimp, linguini, white wine, garlic, herbs, EVOO, parmesan reggiano.

$26.00

Spaghetti & Meatballs

Pomodoro sauce, old school meatballs, parmesan.

$24.00

Shaved Truffle Mac & Cheese

Rigatoni, Alfredo, Shaved Black Truffle, Exotic Mushrooms, Parmesan

$26.00

Goat Cheese Carbonara

Sun dried tomatoes, mushrooms, dried figs, sweet peas, bacon, minute egg.

$25.00

Grilled Chicken Picatta Pasta

Grilled chicken, baby tomatoes, capers, lemon, parmesan, basil.

$25.00

Pan Seared Salmon

Farro, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Radicchio, Exotic Mushrooms, Spinach, Balsamic Glaze

$32.00

Oz Garlic Butter Steak

NY Strip, truffled fingerling potatoes, summer squash, vidalia onion, parmesan, garlic compound butter

$35.00

Chicken MIlanese

Crispy chicken, baby tomatoes, balsamic dressing, english cucumbers, field greens, shaved parmesan, lemon caper butter sauce.

$20.00

Entrata

Risotto

Pesto & Mushroom Risotto

Basil pesto, exotic mushrooms, baby tomatoes, parmesan.

$22.00

Truffle Risotto

Shaved Black Truffle, Exotic Mushrooms, Garlic, Spinach, Parmesan

$24.00

Sweet Sausage Risotto

Sweet Italian Sausage, Baby Tomatoes, Sun Dried Tomatoes, Fresh Herbs, Parmesan.

$25.00

Cajun Shrimp Risotto

Blackened Jumbo Shrimp, Garlic, Sweet Peas, Parmesan

$24.00

Zeppole

Fresh Made Ricotta Doughnuts, Cinnamon Sugar, Chocolate Sauce

$8.00

Chocolate Mouse Cake

Krafty kakes, Wallingford.

$9.00

Limoncello Cake

Krafty kakes, Wallingford.

$8.00

Cannoli

$9.00

Tiramisu

Fresh Made, Whipped Mascarpone, Coffee Liqueur, Coffee, Lady Fingers, Shaved Dark Chocolate, Orange, Powder Suger, Espresso Beans

$9.00

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