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Golden Olive

4.4 (879 reviews)
Open • 10:00 am - 9:30 pm

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Moderate noise
Casual
Good for kids
Outdoor seating

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Debbie F.

Another solid find! Mediterranean is always my go to and this small, what appears to be family run business nailed it. Solid chicken shawarma with all the fixings and baba ghanoush with amazing pita bread were so memorable, I will definitely be coming back.

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Aurora H.

I spotted this place, never seen it before, I'm glad we came here. Real good food and great service. Everybody very friendly, highly recommend!

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

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.

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.

Mk M.

Amazing food, great service, and a very welcoming atmosphere. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. The staff was friendly and attentive. Definitely one of my favorite Mediterranean restaurants--highly recommend!

seabass dish
Logy K.

I had the sea bass dish, and it was absolutely delicious! It was really filling and came with a perfect variety of fish, rice, salad, and fresh bread. Everything tasted authentic, and if you're looking for real Egyptian food, I highly recommend this place. The service was excellent, and our food came out so quickly. I especially loved the fresh bread , it was the perfect addition to the meal. Overall, I 100% recommend coming here, and I'll definitely be back!

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!

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!

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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Reviews are largely positive. Diners highlight the fresh, flavorful food, homemade pita bread, generous portions, and friendly service.

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We got combo plates 3 skewers rice and salad. Two can teas. We ate there. It's fresh cooked to order. It's a great spot definitely be back.

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Came for the Falafel, fell in love with the Pita. Thanks to the Staff for Everything

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Food is amazing. Service was so fast. Team was so friendly and helpful. It's on my top list now. I recommend it to everybody

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This is our favorite go to for Mediterranean food. They also have delicious pizza! We go quite often or get to go on the way home.

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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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