Top 5 favorite places to dine in the Lou!! Their menu is incredibly well crafted and offers such a memorable dining experience. Every detail, down to the bread shines and I love their rotating menu. We had the cheese curds which would make any Wisconite proud. The batter was fluffy and so light encapsulating the fresh cheese curds. THE BURGER. Smash style, melt in your mouth perfection. The beef tenderloin cut like butter and topped with an onion jam over the creamiest parsnip purée. The dish was accompanied with a grilled potato bread slice. It was something I've never experienced- a creamy like texture with crispy edges - YUM! Between the sophisticated atmosphere, knowledgeable staff, creative menu and delicious scrumptious food, this place is truly a gem. read more

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One of the best parts of celebrating a big event is the food that pairs with it. Olive + Oak has been on my list and I was so excited to start my evening off here! My partner and I sat at the bar and enjoyed a cocktail each accompanied by a corn fritter. The cocktails were very well made and I'm excited to go back and try the rest. The corn fritter was the perfect shareable size. It had great flavors that were combined for a really nice experience. Definitely coming back to try out more of the menu! Also the ambiance is great and the bar staff was very kind :) read more

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Olive + Oak has been on our list for a long time. We got the reservation about 6 weeks before. We really wanted a Friday night. I love the busy, noisy atmosphere. It's not so loud you can't have a conversation with your date. They have big windows and the ceiling is tall. The service was good. She was knowledgeable of the menu and asked about any dietary restrictions. We ordered the peppers to start and really enjoyed them. The table bread was great. The whipped butter was nice. My boyfriend has heard great things about the burger and he loved it. The fries were amazing. I had the Sweet Potato entree and it was incredible. It was seasoned and cooked perfectly. I cleaned the plate. At lesser restaurants vegetarian options are often bland. We loved our dinner and the overall experience. We will return! read more

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Olive & Oak had some of the best service that I've experienced at a restaraunt in St. Louis. This is definitely the place to go for celebrations or special occasions. They are known to change their menu every day, which means that each visit will provide you with a unique dining experience. The inside of the restaurant is bright & lively, which is nice to see for upscale dining. To start off the meal we ordered the #42 and #59 for cocktails. Both were great but the #42 was very strong, as the main flavor profile was green onion. For appetizers we ordered the blue crab gratin (would recommend) and our server provided us with complimentary shishito peppers, which was super nice. The shishito peppers turned out to be our favorite dish of the evening! We also ordered two of the oysters and we would definitely come back to try more. For entrees we got the Sesame Ginger Cod and the Carne Asada. The Cod dish definitely needed a little more sauce or spice to dress it up. The Carne Asada was amazing and the tomatillo salsa complimented it perfectly. We also got the Popper Peppers as a side and the cheese sauce was yummy. To wrap up the night, we ordered the Brownie Cola Pie. It was the perfect not too sweet dessert and we finished the entire dish. We were also given complimentary champagne and a candle on top since it was my birthday. read more

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Oak + Olive was hands down the best dinner I've had in St. Louis! The restaurant has a gorgeous, Miami-like vibe with plenty of seating and a nice big bar. We started with the butternut bisque, which was really good, and for the entrée, I had the burger with the most amazing French fries, plus a side of sweet potato and Brussels sprouts hash--everything was so flavorful. For wine, we had the Trione "Mad Pony" Red Blend from Alexander Valley, and it was honestly the best wine I've ever had. Such a perfect dining experience--I can't wait to go back! read more

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I did not expect to find a place like this here, but I'm glad that I did! Came here based on a friend's suggestion. Super cute, chic restaurant! I think that their restaurant offers seasonal options, so the menu changes periodically. We started off with the blue crab gratin and the local corn fritters. Both were deliicous! The corn was a mix of sweet and savory...the sweetness coming naturally from the corn. The blue crab was creamy with a good amount of crab flavor. For my entree, I got the sablefish. Sablefish was almost creamy in texture, not a hint of toughness/chewiness from overcooked fish nor fishiness. cocktails were also delicious! read more

The food was AMAZING. The service was impeccable. This is a must try. If you go, you absolutely must get the blue crab gratin for your appetizer and the cloud cake for dessert. read more

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Olive + Oak is a beautiful restaurant. We were able to get a table without a reservation at 6:30pm on a Saturday night. The atmosphere is bright and lively which can make it a little loud at times. The space looks inviting from the outside, but we haven't always felt welcome (we were one of very few non-white people in the restaurant). Even with multiple people at the host stand, the hosts barely acknowledged us when we walked in. We've dined here several times, and this has happened each time. The servers, however, are always excellent. For cocktails, we had the Spa Water (non-alc) and #123. The Spa Water was light and refreshing. #123 was strong but had a nice lychee flavor. We started with a half-dozen East Coast oysters and a couple roasted oysters. The East Coast oysters were good, especially with the mignonette. The Roasted oysters were overpowered by the amount of breadcrumbs, and we couldn't taste the casino butter. We weren't offered bread service but did not miss it much. We ordered the Ruth Family Farms Prime Cowboy Ribeye to share. It was perfectly cooked but a little salty. The fries were seasoned well and served with a homemade aioli. We didn't have dessert this time but have enjoyed every dessert we've had here (we recommend the Cloud Cake). Overall, an average experience at a slightly above-average price. 3.5/5 read more

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2/21/25: Re-ranking because I went again today and it was so much worse than the first time. The service was still top notch but the food was just too damn salty. I think they were trying to mask the lack of flavor by just dousing the food in salt. There were a few redeeming dishes, but the rest were hard to even get down. 7/24: Not sure if I'm just a lightweight, but their cocktails were STRONG. Aside from that, the entrees were great, albeit a bit heavy. There were just a few small things that held back a lot of their dishes, but the food was overall solid. The ambiance was definitely a highlight, especially as it got dark. Favorite dishes: #203 (rollercoaster of flavors), harissa goat, gaucho steak, coconut curry hummus, beef tenderloin, rabbit a la king read more

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They have an upscale ambience and a beautiful dining area. There is a buzz of conversations going on throughout. You can hear Laughter and the sound of happy patrons. The food was presented with great service. The food was a lil expensive, but you get a quality meal. Was nice to go with a group of people. Make a reservation. read more

The door is AMAZING! The service is outstanding and the quality is first class. My only disappointment was the noise. We had an 8:15 PM reservation on Friday night - which you'd think would allow for conversation, but the place just kept filling up! Something about Fridays, I believe. Our server was fantastic and helped when our food took a while and my blood sugar took a dive, by bringing some pineapple juice to help me. Much appreciated! We had lamb, grouper, octopus and chicken dishes and each one was perfectly cooked and presented well. And it all tasted wonderful. I'll definitely be back! read more

A tasting experience! The pace at which they bring out your food and ask you what is next allows you to take in the environment and enjoy the moment. The kindest staff! The staff uses the notes on why you are here in your reservation to highlight an individualized experience. Everything we ordered was superb. Best cheese curds l have ever had. The bread selection is wonderful. Oysters! I need so much more! Sharing the steak, fries, and green beans almost seems like too much for two. But made great leftovers. Prepared just right. Alcohol selection 100 percent! The dessert! Loved the shorty! A+ experience! read more

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Beautiful interior design, great for a special occasion. Service and food were excellent. We celebrated 2 college graduation with a party of 6 and everyone loved their food! read more

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I've tried about a half dozen of the wine bar restaurants in the metro area and like them all. This, however, is definitely my favorite. Every bite of food was perfect, the wine was excellent, and the service was impeccable. I'd describe the atmosphere as trendy affluent. read more

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Returned for our anniversary and I ordered the same cocktail as last time because I loved it. This time it was realllly strong, almost too much but I still drank it. We enjoyed oysters as an app which were delicious and I got the gochujang maitake mushrooms as my main. My boyfriend got the pacific bass. We loved both of our entrees, the flavors were so complex. We looked at the dessert menu but nothing caught my eye so we passed on that. The star of the show here is really the entrees in my opinion. The service was slow, especially for a Tuesday night, but we weren't in a big rush and the manager apologized for the wait when we couldn't find our waiter to ask for the check. read more

Great food, service and beautiful ambiance! Great place if you're looking for quality food and service and very kid/family friendly. read more

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Beautiful location and delicious food and drinks! This place comes highly recommended and it's obvious why when you walk in the door. The drinks are unique and they offer a variety of options for every taste. The drinks are numbered, which leads me to believe they are continually creating new libations! The appetizers were delicious and shareable. The entrees are rather pricey and heavily salted, so I would likely do drinks and apps rather than the entrees. There is more than enough with apps to satisfy your hunger and give you a chance to try different tastes. read more

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I go here every year with my fiancé on our anniversary and every year is better than the last. It's the perfect date night spot. The food and drinks are always amazing (especially the blue crab gratin) and the staff are super attentive and work so hard to make our experience special (this year was Caleb and he was awesome). I'm already looking forward to next year! read more

Finally made it in to check olive + oak last night. I really wanted to give them 5 stars but the only thing not perfect was my Dip sandwich. It just didn't have much flavor sadly. But the cheese curds were to die for and my friends both had the burgers and said they were great! Now the service was impeccable! Our servers name was Eddie and he was the best! The amount of employees I saw there was astounding! No wonder everyone else is running short! They all work at olive + oak! Our glasses were always toppped off, dishes were promptly cleared away, and leftovers were quickly packaged up to go. All in all it was a wonderful experience and I will go again! read more

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Visiting St. Louis family from California, we told our daughter we wanted to book something new & trendy. 5 of us had dinner in this beautiful restaurant and had a wonderful dining experience. Ordered cocktails, appetizers, entrees, and sides. Everything was creative and tasty. Service was attentive and friendly. Exactly what we wanted! I definitely recommend. read more

We went to olive and oak last night for family dinner with my extended family. It just never disappoints! Great vibe I. The restaurant and the servers were amazing. We love the variety of menu options for appetizers and main dishes. To top it off several of us enjoyed the chocolate cake! Highly recommend read more

I had previously only had the burger for takeout, but finally my husband and I decided to try it out for my birthday. I had some really high expectations, so maybe that was part of the problem. When we got there we were sat at a 2-person table next to a family of 4 and another couple. The bench seating on one side and the chairs on the other is something I really hate. Just a personal thing, but it always feels awkward getting in and out of the bench and you're always way too close to the other party so it feels uncomfortable to have a conversation. I have some food allergies and the waiter was helpful in making suggestions and notes. The food was great, so I'd give that a 4. But we were just overall uncomfortable in the seating so that's a 3. One exception to all of this- the fries are spectacular. And the drinks are pretty hefty. Just grab a drink at the bar and an order of fries and that seems like a win. read more

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Fabulous dinner! Accommodating to all dietary needs. Get the incredible hummus and spicy pita chips. The beet salad was fantastic best I've ever had. Wonderful service. read more

Really top notch service here at olive and oak! The interior design is eclectic and makes any meal more enjoyable becuase the light coming in through the windows is so soft and I love how wide open the space is. The food is unique are carefully crafted, and the taste is just as much to brag on. I will say I didn't really enjoy my turnips or poached tuna, but I was feeling really adventurous and I've never had turnips or poached tuna before! I wouldn't recommend those two dishes, personally, but my mother in law had the catfish and it was really good!!! We also shared the caesar salad and it was one of the best I've ever had. We ended the meal with the iconic coconut cake, and it was really a showstopper! read more

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I attended an intimate wedding by ceremony and reception at Olive + Oak. The space was perfect for the occasion. Everything was exceptional from the decor to service to food and cocktails. The passed hors d'oeuvres were delicious. Everyone raved about them. I selected the fish option for my dinner which was halibut cooked to perfection. The dessert was a sunbutter tart which one of the guest with a new peanut allergy was very happy about. If you're in the St. Louis/Webster Grove area, you should dine here. read more

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This is a really great local spot in a little neighborhood outside the city. We stopped in during happy hour which was prime. The bites were got were surprisingly tasty and the wine was even better. We decided to park at the bar and I personally think we had a great outlook for people watching in the restaurant. And I feel like the best conversations happen at the bar anyway :) A major plus is that there's actually a casual brewpub connected to the restaurant which is much more relaxed. This is nice because you can first have a super tasty, somewhat fancy dinner and then bop over to the brewpub to continue the night (they might serve food, I'm not sure--the place is called Perennial on Lockwood). But Olive + Oak is definitely a great spot for groups or for a nice dinner date! read more

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We got the blue crab gratin as an appetizer. It was creamy, warm, rich and delicious. Comes with celery and toasted pretzel bread. For entrees we got the flank steak and beef tenderloin. Both were executed perfectly but if I had to choose I'd probably go with the beef tenderloin because it literally melted in your mouth it was so tender. For a side we got the roasted cauliflower and it wasn't anything special. It tasted like an over sweet barbecue dish and I wouldn't recommend it. We had the butterscotch pot de creme for dessert and it was amazing. Super creamy and perfect mix of sweet and salty. I would highly recommend everything we got except the cauliflower. Service was pretty good. Everyone was super nice but server wasn't great at making recommendations because she couldn't make up her mind on what she recommended. We enjoyed the ambiance. Lots of plants around which I liked. The tables were pretty close together and I felt like I could hear everything other people said and vise versa but I get that this restaurant is super busy and popular. Overall, I would definitely recommend and we will be back again to try more! read more

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Top notch dinner last night. The oysters, and cheese curds were fantastic. My Pork Rib Chop was extremely flavorful. It was one of the better dinners I've had in a long time. read more

This is my favorite place to go for a celebration or special occasion or to bring visitors because their food and service are superb! Their cocktails are also delicious and unique. They are vegetarian friendly and a lot of the time their vegetables are the star of the show. This time that we went, they were using a lot of peaches as they are in season. That's the other cool thing, the menu rotates often to highlight ingredients that are fresh and in season. Eat here and you will find your new favorite restaurant in STL! read more

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Got lucky with street parking. Temp in the restaurant was cold. Got there early and seated right away. That was nice. Restaurant was not full on a Sunday night. Very friendly service. The Caesar salad was delish. Recommend. They kindly split it for us. The bread was average but free. The wings were well cooked. Great flavor. Crispy. Not dry. The ribeye was very flavorful and cooked to the right temp. The fries were so good and a good helping of ketchup and aioli. When the steak was done, green beans came out. Really sad because the beans were so good but we were done with the meal. There was also a long wait between the wings and the steak. Maybe 20-30 minutes. The vegan cookie was good. Dense. The Oreo and cream thing came out hot and rich. The food had lots of flavor but a few misses for the price. Maybe I should have gotten the burger instead? read more

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Delicious food, delicious wines, beautiful space. I visited Olive + Oak for a wine dinner, where a four course menu was paired with different California wines. Little tastes thoughtfully prepared (plus lots of wine) is my favorite way to eat. Every single thing I put in my mouth was great. But before I write about the food, I just need to mention that Olive + Oak is a beautiful place. Lots of muted colors, big olive trees in planters, diffused natural light coming through the windows, candle light, natural wood. All around the restaurant, you'll see hearts, which are in memory of the owners' sons (Oliver and Oakes) who died at a young age from congenital heart defects. It's a sweet tribute. We had multiple courses, and I got to try things like fried fish skin with egg salad and salmon roe, ahi tuna wrapped in bok choy, steak with carrot udon noodles and lots of other clever dishes. Many of the ingredients were locally sourced. It didn't surprise me when I later learned that Olive + Oak was a James Beard Award semifinalist in 2019. Our meal ended with little bites of puff pastry, cheese, nuts and brownie pieces, which was just enough sweet stuff after a lot of eating and drinking. Olive + Oak is definitely a restaurant that I want to visit again when I'm in St. Louis! This was one of my favorite places that I visited when I was in the area. read more

Beautiful fish.. delicious 10/10.. could easily compete w RL restaurant in Chicago... front desk greeting somewhat sub par.. place looked pretty empty and we called ahead and were told to come. Manager lady basically handed a phone to a girls ear.. to "check if people were coming"... anyhoo got banished I mean seated in what I'll call the garage.. so loud and cold.. so 2/10 there.. but delightful waiter.. Erik .. he and delish fish kinda made up for the not so warm greeting..from maybe the manager?.. ugh.. not a gd look. But again back to Erik.. informed, knew gf w his own bites.. delightful, even solved the cold problem.. 11/10!! read more

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The dining room is open and airy and not too loud , busy and bustling crowd . They had a great looking bar menu but we didn't have any cocktails. The Ham and Fig / and cheese curds were our shared appetizers. Cheese curds good but so salty. Entrees we had flank steak , the sticky pork shoulder , a burger and The Dip. Every meat dish was over salted . Like too much -- service is fine ambience good but the salty food I won't return to eat maybe get a drink . read more

We came to Olive and Oak to celebrate my birthday and boy did this restaurant deliver! The food was top-notch. The kids menu is above and beyond -the best kids menu in all of St. Louis and the ambience was wonderful. If you are lucky enough to get Perry as your waiter you have won the lottery he made our night so wonderful and my birthday felt complete. Do not hesitate and definitely order the wild boar shoulder. It was the best meal I've had out in a restaurant in a long time. read more

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We met friends for dinner there. Parking is a big issue around the restaurant. We found a place to park our car, but we weren't sure whether it was legal or not. We figured between the two couples, someone would have a car. After ordering drinks, we settled in and caught up on each other's lives. We shared the cheese curds which were delicious. They shared the blue crab dip with pretzel bread and that looked very good also. For dinner he had the pork cheeks with grits and green beans and I had the Denver steak. Both our meals were great and we were able to take the leftovers home for lunch the next day. We were all full so no dessert for any of us. It was a great evening and the food at Oak and Olive made it even better. read more

Overall a really good place and nice setting although inside is a little loud, we sat outside instead. The food was tasty but nothing super special. If you like octopus, I highly recommend getting the charred octopus to start! The butter was also flavored really nicely, the sourdough was not warm though. Our server was really nice, still came out to check on us even though we were outside. I think it's a nice place to take people visiting STL if you want a nicer place to go to! read more

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Celebrated a friends birthday tonight & everything was amazing! We got a bunch of things on the menu and shared them all, got a bottle of wine & everything went perfectly together. The service was spectacular, they helped us with a wine choice and made everything simple and easy for us! I would highly recommend & can't wait to come back to try some more! Also. The cocktails were delicious! read more

Disappointing. We live nearby, had visited a couple of times and thought the food was elaborate and, well odd. . We had been reading rave reviews and decided to give it another try. Went with our granddaughter - there is a good and inexpensive children's menu. My favorite cocktail, a negroni, had some extra zip, not just the usual, My wife enjoyed the thin-sliced golden beets with embellishments. The server told us about a special app, chicken meatballs. Strong smoked barbecue taste, not my fav. Then things went downhill. Mains had not been served 30 min. after the apps were cleared and I had to get my granddaughter home. We had not seen our server in some time (who, BTW, was very knowledgeable about the food) so I told the hostess we had to leave. She got the server who appologized and said the mains were being plated. Manager brought them 40 min. after apps cleared. I ordered West Coast clams. She had a sweet potato vegetarian dish. They were beautifully plated, high-concept dishes. I had two bites of the clams and found them inedible. Overwhelmingly smoky. Some people like that but it feels to me like eating ashes. I couldn't identify the seasoning but it left an unpleasant taste in my mouth until I brushed my teeth. My wife thought the sweet potato was so strangely seasoned she didnt want to eat it. When the manager brought the mains he apologized for the delay and graciously offered a gift certificate, asking that we give them another try. We are unlikely to use it. read more

You can't go wrong with anything you order here. The staff is extremely knowledgeable about the food that is served and can answer any questions. The ambiance is such a relaxing vibe. The story behind this restaurant is heartwarming. read more

We were able to get patio seating without reservations. It was nice, our server was prompt and knowledgeable, the food and wine we delectable from the corn fritters to the goat ragu. We will return. read more