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    Golden Olive

    4.4 (865 reviews)
    Open 10:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Vegetarian plate  46. Dolma Falafel 42. Hummus Baba ghanoush
    Hemesh P.

    This looks like a small family business and we should do our best to support establishments like this You can tell the food is homemade as it has an authenticity you can't find easily The pitas look like they're made in house and they were delicious I got the vegetarian plate and it was very good. You can tell the hummus is made fresh with soaked chickpeas. It had great flavor. The falafel were still warm and crispy even though I got take out and my food was probably in the container a half hour. The baba ghanoush was Smokey and flavorful too It also came with pickled turnips and a chili pepper. The dolmas were still warm and tasted just like my Turkish friends mom would make them The tabouleh added a good amount of acid Everything was really well seasoned The only surprise was I didn't realize this restaurant was in the same plaza as riip where parking can be sometimes challenging to find

    Jesse R.

    Food was delicious and presentation was nice for a small cafe in a strip mall. Service was decent and friendly. Loved the bread and three different dipping sauces. Worth a try.

    Golden Platter - $24.99 (7/2025)
    Sunday B.

    You walk to the counter and order... they have a wide variety from Mediterranean to Italian. Kinda seemed random..but hey-why not. Super casual and small place. The food is soooo gooood!! We got the golden plate was like a sampler plate...with a ton of food for $24.99. The lamb was sooo flavorful and tender. Chicken was really juicy. Beef was also delicious.

    Melody G.

    Every time we order food from Golden Olive it is consistently delicious. The portions are nice and big. The flavor is on point.

    Chicken and Beef
    Mike L.

    Tool a nice bike ride along the beach front and ended up here. We were browsing the app for a place to eat and found the Golden Olive. The restaurant is small, but offers both inside and outside seating. A quick look at the menu and we decided on the Chicken/Beef plate and Steak plate. A stand alone cooler next to the register contains numerous beverage options, including beer. We were politely greeted by Miriam and she gave us menus and seated us. We sat outside since the weather was fantastic. The food was delicious and the portions were ample. We both thoroughly enjoyed the pita bread. It came to us first, steaming hot and scrumptious. We will definitely be going back!

    The golden platter
    Angel M.

    First time at this family owned and operated gem! Ii is a casual restaurant. I ordered the golden platter so I could sample a variety of meats. I asked for no rice and extra salad. My order came with freshly baked bread, which was amazing! The staff was friendly and helpful. The restaurant is located in a strip mall and it has a lot of parking. I can't wait to come back and try the lamb chops.

    Harsh P.

    My wife and I have been several times here during our college years and we truly enjoy this place! The service was alright this time but the food made up for it. Here's what we ordered: Appetizers: their complimentary pita bread was fluffy and tasty and garlic dipping sauce was delicious. Mediterranean pizza: this was an amazing pie as it tasted delicious, was fluffy, and not too doughy. Most important part of a pizza is the dough and it was on point and fresh. Golden olive mushroom: it was good! The meat was tender and the dough was perfect. Eggplant and falafel wrap: the falafel wrap was very lovely but the eggplant was even better. It would have been nice if they gave hummus on the side. Chicken platter: we were expecting a tastier chicken because it was not flavorful, seasoned well, nor spicy enough. Rice was decent. Chicken warp : the chicken was moisty and cooked well! The only thing problem was the tomato was not chopped small enough. Overall, food was fantastic and highly recommended as its location is also amazing right next to the beach!

    Aggs M.

    Had a nice dinner at Golden Olive with my wife, and overall, it was a solid experience. The restaurant itself is decent--nothing too flashy, but comfortable enough for a casual meal. The food, however, was the highlight. Service is good. I ordered the chicken shawarma with chips, and it was delicious--perfectly seasoned, tender, and served with crispy chips that complemented the dish well. My wife went for the pita bread with three dips, which she really enjoyed. The variety of flavors and the freshness of the dips made the meal feel special. While the ambiance might not be anything to write home about, the food definitely makes up for it. We're definitely planning to come back soon!

    Hot & Fresh Bread
    Saundia S.

    Unbelievable hidden lil gem in Huntington Beach! Egyptian food prepared by a family owned business what's not to love! Fresh, flavorful and fabulous!!!! 5 stars must try!!!! Small little restaurant next to mobile gas station, very friendly and affordable but you can't beat the quality and flavors unbelievable bread!!! So yum!!! You will not be let down and they cater/deliver!

    Falafel Wrap with Salad and Barbeque Chips
    Joseph N.

    After finishing a subpar surf session at Dog Beach, I wanted to eat something clean and healthy. I drove down PCH and came across this hidden gem. Golden Olive is a quaint mom and pop shop that serves delicious Mediterranean food at affordable prices. I ordered the Falafel Wrap and was surprised that it came with BBQ chips and a vibrant salad. They make an in-house pesto like salad dressing that tasted incredible on the salad and on the pita wrap. The Pita Wrap had hummus dressing and the falafel was nice and crispy. The staff, an Egyptian family, were extremely welcoming and checked in with their patrons to ensure they were satisfied with their dishes. It's food like this that makes me feel connected to where I live, but also transports me to new places. Surfing and Golden Olive remind me how fortunate I am to live in Southern California and what a blessing it is to experience such diverse and unique cuisines from around the world.

    Susan M.

    Chicken and shrimp kabob platter = A+ The pita bread tastes like what I imagine manna would've tasted like back in Moses' day. Pros of social media: Orange County Reddit and the recommendations they give for certain food reccs. Sometimes I'm a little cautious because I know there's a lot of trolls out there who love being sarcastic so I made sure to confirm with Yelp first to look thru the menu and pictures prior to coming. Can't wait to come back with my husband! I learned that they've been open since Dec of 2013. It's great to see them doing well and providing such delicious food for the community.

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    Amber M.

    We came to Golden Olive because we were craving Greek food. This is not a Greek restaurant. It is a Mediterranean style restaurant with Egyptian influences. The restaurant is a mom and pop operation that sits in a strip mall. It is also next to Subway Sandwich Shop if that helps. We entered and we were greeted by a lovely hostess/cashier/server. She was excellent. My cousin ordered the shrimp and chicken platter and I ordered the falafel platter. The star of the show was the pita bread. It came out fresh and hot. I eat this bread forever!!! It was so good. My cousin loved her food. I didn't like my falafel because it had sesame seeds on them. My hummus was bland and the dolmas (grape leaves) were stuffed with a flavored rice I didn't care for. I still gave them a 5 because the food was fresh!! I will definitely comeback for that pita bread and I would like to try their pasta dishes.

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    This place is delicious. Their fresh homemade pita bread is spectacular. Great for take out!

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    Good food great service lovely ambiance very yummy .....................................................................would recommend

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    Ask the Community - Golden Olive

    Do they use any seed oils?

    Are there gluten free options?

    Yes there are and only the bread has gluten

    GoldenOlive.net website menu had prices several dollars lower than actually in the restaurant. Example Kabob platters show $13.99 and actually charged $15.99 + tax at restaurant. Why is the online menu pricing all outdated?

    Their website updated now! Go check it out :)

    We have been going to Golden Olive Mediterranean Restaurant for years and especially liked its waitress, Gigi, but have not seen her in a while. Does anyone know if she is working at another Mediterranean restaurant?

    I was wondering the same thing. Gigi was my a big part of why I liked the place. Then after the remodel they closed off the view of the kitchen and no more Gigi. It feels less like home and I don't go there anymore.

    Is this place halal?

    Most of the menu is halal except for some pizza toppings of course for example ham and bacon are not

    Hi? Need big order now

    Please call for any catering inquiries and ordering. We also do dine-in!

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