We didn't have a reservation and they were able to fit us in by the door. The music was very loud making conversation at the table difficult. The food was outstanding and the service was spot on. read more

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The only restaurant in Merida - where the food was great everywhere - that we returned to twice. The Caesar salad ! The fettuccine Excellent read more

This place is a must!! I stopped by for dinner and was immediately seated. The food and service were absolutely amazing! I was so so impressed with the Gorgonzola gnocchi. The parm foam added a lightness to the sauce that can be really difficult to get with a cheese sauce. The restaurant is intimate and borders on upscale, definitely recommend! read more

Oliva Kitchen - Gorgonzola gnocchi, so amazing! - Italian Near Me - Mérida, YUC

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The restaurant was clean and service was great. Pizza was great and the pasta even better. read more

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Awesome food great location great stuff very good place to eat breakfast. Awesome price of a proportion.

De los mejores sitios para compartir con amigos o pareja en la bella ciudad de Mérida. Los alimentos son deliciosos y el servicio excelente. Pocos lugares tienen un ambiente tan armónico para compartir. Es uno de mis sitios favoritos. Lo recomiendo ampliamente. read more

What a treat I gave to myself in that restaurant. Only 18 seats and all worthed to wait for. I started with the trio bruschetta, tonno tartar then Mora al Mare. My server Carlos was very professional and plesant, Pedro the chef was impressive to watch cooking, dressing and supervising the place, if he is the owner you are the best if not your boss got a pearl in his kitchen. I will be back and talk about you to anyone going to Merida. read more

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I had the rosmarina, it was ok, my wife ordered the lasagna, it was really less than mediocre, soggy, cold and the taste was like canned ravioli. Service was ok, it is set up like a food court at a mall . The plaza itself is awesome but there are much better food choices. I will say the tiramisu was good. Overall the worst dining experience we had in Merida read more

Oliva Kitchen - Rosmarina y lasagna - Italian Near Me - Mérida, YUC

AMAZING RESTURANT! BEST FOOD WE HAD IN MERIDA! BEST ITALIAN FOOD I'VE EVER HAD SINCE I CAN REMEMBER AND I'M ITALIAN AND BEEN TO ITALY! INEXPENSIVE. We had two main courses and a bottle of wine and it was like 30-35 bucks. Had the pasta with short rib meat and the carbonarra and a bottle of Spanish wine. If I knew how good this place was I would of ate here every day. It's a small place - (I think there is a 2nd restaurant by the same owner one in town not sure) so pick a pre or post prime time else you may have to wait a while. Not to be missed if you are staying in Merida!! read more

Oliva Kitchen - menu! - Italian Near Me - Mérida, YUC

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So far the best meals we have had in Mérida. It has been a pathetic trip regarding food for us here. The local food is all meat, mostly turkey. At first you get excited with different kinds of tacos but after a few days we were screaming for the greens. We are now really glad to have tried Oliva and wished we had found it earlier. It's a very very small restaurant. No more than 6 tables I think and it a pretty cramped. The food is not too expensive, same as most places serving this kind of food. We went two nights in a row and both nights we had nothing to complain (maybe my husband could complain that the food could've been better with cheese which I am not so fond of and had to ask them not to put in my dishes). First night we had a mozzarella dish, Santorini salad and a fettuccine with shrimps and asparagus. All were pretty good. I am normally not a salad eater but the salads were so good that I couldn't stop! The fettuccine was handmade and the taste was perfect. It's the first place where we actually enjoyed the seafood here. It's a sad thing that Mérida is so close to the ocean and there is no decent seafood practically! Anyway this place made the shrimps perfect. Tonight we went back again and had a Caprese salad, sautéed spinach, meatballs and a snapper ravioli. All were excellent except for the meatballs. The meatballs were good too but not a mind blower. The fact that the food is consistently good really makes us happy. It means we can plan to go back and try other things without getting disappointed. Definitely recommended! read more

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Have eaten at their sister restaurant Oliva Enoteca. Loved it. Decided to try their small intimate, casual option. You must order the burrata. Surrounded by roasted tomatoes, pesto, and aged balsamic. Served with toasted delicious bread and focaccia. All the salads are tasty. Entrees are many pasta choices. Had the pappardelle with the short rib ragu. Lush and so flavorful. Pasta done perfectly. Finish with a cortado. Will be back again. Staff are great. read more

Hands down, this is the best Italian restaurant I have ever been to...and I've been to a lot of them over the years. The Salad Fresca last night was just a delight, so fresh, so bright and crisp... it was a great way to start the meal, especially when paired with a crisp and cool Pinot Grigio. My main course had to be the squid ink pasta with shrimp in a nice alfredo sauce. Ended the dinner with the creme burle. Really, all excellent and amazingly prepared. One thing to know about this place is that it is small, only 7 tables. But it is so worth it! read more

Small place, delicious food. We arrived at 7:01 and two of the five tables were already occupied. We sat at the bar. We had bread, ravioli, and the rosmarino pasta which was divine. Since we were sitting at the bar we could see everything coming out of the kitchen and it all looked amazing. Compliments to the chef! read more

Without a doubt ,after trying a lot of different restaurants all around Merida, and coming back here for the 4th 5th time in a year it is without a doubt, the best thing you can do for your money, pretty simple ... good food ... good service.. good people ,great environment it's a good joint ... read more

Absolutely delicious! We had the octopus and meatballs to start, both were so fresh and perfect portions. I got the carbonara pasta and loved the sauce. So glad I stopped here! read more

We needed a little break from the local cuisine and this place hit the spot. Everything was perfect, service, food and drinks. It's really on par with any of the best Italian restaurants in LA. read more

The wonderful smells of good Italian food got us...we're hooked. Enjoyed the spinach salad especially and the pasta dishes... read more

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No more than 6 tables and it's packaged. I have to do take out. but the food is amazing. it cures my pain from long bus ride and all the mosquito bites. Great restaurant to eat! read more

Lovely restaurant with cozy ambiance. It is very small so if you want a table, dont go too late. We took raviolis and fettuccines. It was excellent . The waiter was SUPER. Good food, good service and not expensive. I recommand. Diane from Quebec City, Canada read more

One of the best meals I've had in over two months in Merida. 1 beer 1 wine 1 rosemarina entire and 1 cicciatellia.... exceptional. But ... The space is tiny! You may have to wait but it will be worth it. read more

The staff, atmosphere and price/quality of the meal was our best experience so far in our Mexican holiday. There were only a few tables in total, but we were lucky enough to get one without reservation. We only have two nights in Merida and would love to come back for another round tomorrow! read more

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Our favorite restaurant during our stay in Merida. A must for any visitor. Make a reservation as it opens later and fills up fast.

Beautiful restaurant in Centro with amazing food. Excellent service as well.

Excellent and fine meal while we sat at the bar And shared some drinks and several of the appetizers. The octopus is done very well. We had a pork appetizer which was spectacular. The mixed drinks were excellent and refreshing. Even during the mid afternoon half of the tables or filled. But we did not have any of the wine, the wine list was impressive for the Mexican, Italian and some Spanish wines. And you could not possibly do wrong by attending this restaurant. read more

The family felt like Italian tonight, and I am so glad we decided to try Oliva! Perfect al dente pasta, fresh ingredients, authentic dishes. My kids enjoyed sharing the spaghetti and meatballs, the garlic bread and focaccia was excellent. We will most definitely return when we are back in Merida. read more

Ate here twice on vacation in Merida. Food was amazing, as was the service and hospitality. Would highly recommend

For those who travel for food, this is the type of place that makes a trip totally worth it. Intimate and unpretentious, this little gem with only 5 tables is certainty a place you'll remember and want to come back again and again. We visited Oliva Kitchen on a Monday night so we had no problem finding a table. We were 5 people and we ordered the bruschetta, meatballs, and a few pastas (pomodoro, fiore verde, and cabornara). I tried all of the food and it was all delicious, but the carbonara deserves a special mention. I've been obsessed with carbonara for some time now - read about how to cook the authentic carbonara, and attempted a few recipes a couple of times now. The flavor of this carbonara is definitely what I'm aiming for! The egg-based sauce is creamy and has traces of smokey bacon and spicy pepper; the pasta was perfectly cooked and all flavors were balanced and spotted on. Keep up the GREAT work!! read more

We are travel -the -world -foodies. Spent 1 week in Merida. This was our best culinary experience in town. We had rissotto, tuna tartare and gnochi,spanish wine, espresso and creme brulee. Must make a prior reservation because it is tiny and always packed. Impressed with the food and service! read more

Oliva Kitchen - Oliva decor - Italian Near Me - Mérida, YUC

Amazing Italian food for a very reasonable price. It is very small and tables do not turn over fast so get there right when it opens!

An amazing meal, if you are willing to wait for a table, or eat at the bar. The place is small and intimate. The food is some of the best italian food I have had anywhere, including many parts of Italy. A wonderful place! Just sorry we found it on our last night in Merida. read more

One of the best. Excellent service and food. Small 6 -7 tables. A definite must. No reservations but worth the wait. Good wine list compliments food. read more

Excellent food. Lovely balanced dishes... From the two I had!!! Prices are akin to Canada/US and worth it easily. Burrata with asparagus, almonds and sage butter is to die for! Short rib ravioli obviously made with care and delicate. Service pleasant and knowledgable. Bar staff friendly but not intrusive. Great spot. Would go back in a heartbeat... In fact I may Monday! read more