STOLE MY HEART!! Vibes= immaculate Food= Delish Cheesecake= to die for!! Dave is the kindest, most hospitable soul. He and their staff know what they're doing. Be sure to visit The Eleanor across the way for a tasty brunch experience as well! Both restaurants are 10/10!! read more

Jack was an amazing server. Food was perfect. We brought an out of town guest and they loved it! read more

We have been visiting Oliver's since it opened. We have worked our way through the menu a few times. There is a reason that the short ribs are seen in three places on the menu. My advice to you is start there!!! After trying the short ribs enjoy something else. You can't go wrong. The staff is always smiling and inviting. A great vibe for any crowd. If you're a hipster then you should have the smoky old fashioned. If you're part of the wine crowd, they have a great selection. I'm pretty sure they have local beers for you guys too. If you're in town, you should make a point to try this place! And their sister restaurant Eleanor for a great breakfast/brunch. ENJOY!!! read more

Oliver's starts with a small test of your commitment. You walk up to the street-side entrance like a normal person trying to enter a restaurant, only to find instructions telling you to go around the corner to another entrance. It feels suspiciously like a trick. Like maybe you round that corner and three guys steal your wallet. But trust the process... because apparently this little side quest unlocks some fantastic food. Everything we had was delicious. Even the freaking carrots were good. CARROTS. Crunchy, flavorful, properly cooked carrots that somehow had me voluntarily reaching for more vegetables instead of just tolerating them until the meat arrived. Speaking of meat... I got the bison meatloaf, and it was fantastic. Eating it made me feel like I'd wandered into a scene from Dances with Wolves. One minute I'm majestically riding across the plains alongside the buffalo, feeling connected to nature and contemplating man's relationship with the wilderness... the next minute I'm putting the buffalo in my mouth. Circle of life. My wife's salmon was excellent. My kid's steak was cooked perfectly. My sister got the chicken and liked it enough to take the leftovers home, which is really the ultimate restaurant compliment. Plenty of food tastes good at the table. Food that earns valuable refrigerator real estate has accomplished something. But the absolute star for me was the Old Fashioned. Perfectly made... and sitting there with a proper giant ROUND scube. Immediate bonus points. If you're serving an Old Fashioned over a bunch of sad little refrigerator cubes, we've already started our relationship on shaky ground. Oliver's understood the assignment. I ordered another. Then perhaps another. History gets slightly fuzzy, which is generally a sign that the Old Fashioneds were doing excellent work. The staff was also fantastic and happily made a few adjustments to menu items for our group without making it feel like we'd requested amendments to the Constitution. Great food, excellent drinks, accommodating staff, and vegetables somehow worth mentioning in a Yelp review. Highly recommend. Just remember... when the front door sends you around the corner, don't panic. You've been chosen for the quest. read more

Oliver's Modern American has a great location that's easy to find, and parking was convenient, which made for a stress-free start to the evening. The restaurant has a beautiful ambiance with a modern, welcoming atmosphere that's perfect for a nice dinner. The service was friendly and attentive overall, but when I asked for a recommendation between two menu items, I was hoping for a little more guidance rather than a neutral response. The Argentinian Shrimp appetizer was flavorful and a great way to start the meal. The Prime Bistro Steak was cooked well and was definitely the standout entrée. The Ragout was an unexpectedly large portion and had more spice than anticipated, which overpowered some of the other flavors. read more

Came here on Monday for HH. It was a holiday and they were open. So happy we went. We sat at the bar. They have excellent options. We had the espresso martini and the margarita. The bartender did an excellent job. We had the chicken skewers (so much flavor), fries (seriously so good), brussel sprouts (omg), calamari (so good), and feta (delicious).... The vibe was awesome. The music was great! Definitely going back... read more

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I love this spot for a happy hour cocktail or early dinner. The outdoor fire pits are also perfect for a glass of wine on a cool AZ winter night! The bar area is my favorite - it has great mood lighting once the sun goes down and even has two TVs on either side. Typically I'm not a big fan of TVs, but these are out of the way enough that they don't feel like a distraction. Delicious espresso martinis, good wine list, and solid food. Staff is always kind and attentive. read more

Oliver's Modern American - CHOPPED SALAD - American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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We had our date night dinner here last night and thoroughly enjoyed it! We were greeted warmly by the hosts, service was prompt and courteous. Atmosphere is awesome, no blasting music so you can have a conversation. Food was delicious! We shared shrimp ceviche - light & flavorful. Ribs (fell off the bone) come with corn muffin & delicious beans. Short rib was very tender & came on top of polenta with cauliflower. Drinks were great too - we had French 75 and shared pecan espresso martini for dessert. Portions are large, prices are reasonable for the quality of food you get & a large portion. We will definitely return! read more

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Went here for dinner on a Scottsdale girls trip with three friends. The ambiance on the patio was lovely. The staff was friendly and helpful. We started with the burrata with pesto and roasted tomatoes and it was 10/10. Cocktails were tasty and strong. I ordered the gnocchi and was disappointed that it was non-traditional (it was stuffed and had an unusual texture) and was absolutely drowning in sauce. But to the credit of the manager, he came over to get my feedback and removed it from my bill which was unexpected but appreciated. It definitely made me turn from "wouldn't likely come back" to "I would try it again" to see if something else was more to my liking. Really appreciate good service in today's world! read more

Oliver's Modern American - gnocchi with romesco sauce - American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Service was fantastic, I wish I got our server's name. We visited Oliver's during happy hour for a chance to catch up with some colleagues old and current to just yap, nibble, and have a drink. The location and vibes were gorgeous. Their espresso martini was just fine. Our food was nothing too impressive. The bruschetta came out a bit cold - like it was in the freezer and needed to thaw out much longer. The bread also came out a bit cold. Calamari was fine and I really wanted to love the blondie dessert but that too seemed like the temperature was just a bit off. That being said, we sat for a couple of hours enjoying the views and cozy seating. I'd go back and try different menu items. read more

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My boyfriend and I had our date night at Oliver's modern American and it was lovely. I've never been here before but the decor is super cute and classy. I loved the little Coca-Cola truck out front. Our server gave great suggestions when we asked what to order, and my boyfriend loved his Queen cocktail which was pretty sweet. I got a pecan espresso martini which was also delicious. For food, I ordered a hamburger which was huge! I couldn't eat half my fries because the portions here are outstanding. I had a bite of my boyfriend's pasta and the sauce was to die for. For a cute, casual date night I'd highly recommend this spot, but they also have larger tables for bigger groups and the outside seating looked like a fun vibe as well! read more

Oliver's Modern American - Cheeseburger - American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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We loved the ambiance, the food, the history, the decor, the staff, and the experience. We ordered the Brussels sprout appetizer...it is sooo different but so delicious. We both ordered the burgers with fries. My husband said they were the best fries ever! The burger had a ton of onions, a really good sauce, and a great bun. We loved the history of the building...an old Dairy Queen and our waitress was so nice. We also met the owner. It was a great night out on our vacation! read more

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We love Olivers, the chef really pays attention to each dish, even the simple Happy hour offerings, creative and delicious.

Wow! I wish we would've come here sooner. Hubs and I have been trying some new places lately and none have wowed us like Oliver's did. We came for an early dinner - took advantage of the daily happy hour and ordered the fried calamari and Brussels sprouts. Don't pass on the Sprouts, the baba ganoush, sprouts and ever so slight pomegranate molasses just hit all the right spots. Perfection! Hubs got the grilled fish sandwich and I got the bistro steak, both were accompanied with an absurd amount of freshly cut French fries. Yum. We had leftovers and were too full to try a dessert. The service was impeccable, and Dave really made us feel welcomed and appreciated as patrons. Thank you! We will be back. read more

Oliver's Modern American - Apricot whiskey sour cream- Delish! - American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Riley the bartender is super amazing. After I checked the happy hour menu and saw the espresso martini I asked her if she could a chocolate martini because I can't have the espresso with the caffeine. She thought about it and asked me to let her check. When she came back she said she could go next door to get the decaf espresso if that was ok. I told her I didn't want her to go out of her way and she said she didn't mind. It will keep her busy. She came back, made my drink and it was excellent. I just wanted to spotlight her for going out of her way to make this drink for me to enjoy. She is absolutely amazing! read more

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This has become one of our favorite go-to spots for dinner and drinks! The Srussels sprouts are some of the best in town. Service is always great and the drinks are consistently top notch. Have been making our way through the menu and have enjoyed everything we've tasted. One small exception is the short rib. It wasn't bad, per se, but I've had much better elsewhere, so I'd recommend focusing on other parts of the menu. read more

Everything about this place was excellent. The environment and atmosphere were top-tier, and the patio is absolutely adorable for dining outside. The staff were knowledgeable about the menu, super attentive, and made the whole experience feel effortless. The appetizers were so good. The calamari was a standout. For my main, I ordered the salmon and it was cooked perfectly and full of flavor. We were celebrating a birthday, and they surprised us with a complimentary dessert, which was delicious and such a thoughtful touch. Overall, this was a fantastic dining experience from start to finish. I'll definitely be back! read more

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4.5 ****.5 We were at Fashion Square on a late afternoon on a Friday shopping for a graduation dress for one of my daughter's best friends and afterward we wanted to find a place not too far to have dinner because it was getting late. We called Oliver's Modern American, and they let us know they had plenty of open spots. When we arrived, there was plenty of seating and we didn't have to wait at all. The food was delicious across the board and everything we ordered was really good, but the calamari and my pasta dish were my favorite. What truly made the night unforgettable was the top notch hospitality. The bartender was wonderful! She was so engaging, easy to talk to, and recommended a truly ahhhmazing bottle of wine that paired perfectly with our meal. The general manager, Chris, also went above and beyond. He came over to our table to check on us and was incredibly personable and kind. I even got a chance to chat with him on our way out to compliment him directly on the amazing job he's doing. He is a phenomenal people person, and the restaurant has a wonderful, relaxed atmosphere that allowed us to have great conversation. The overall experience definitely exceeded my expectations and was a wonderful surprise. We had the most amazing time and will absolutely be back! read more

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The service was excellent, every item explained well. The food was great and lots of it. Outside was very quiet.

Big fan of this place!! They have amazing happy hour, the food is really good every time we go and the staff is upbeat, fun and attentive. It's become one of our regular neighborhood spots. read more

The ambiance is very nice but the meal was a little lack luster. We got the chicken Milanese which the chicken was good but the pasta flavoring just tasted like pasta water. Needed something more. The white chocolate blondie was delicious though. Probably won't go back but if I do I would definitely get a different entree. read more

Beautiful MCM building. I would have taken the theme into the chairs, music and drinks. Building is so gorgeous. Husband ordered the smoked old fashioned. He says it was quite good and it came with a clear ice ball, which made him happy. I had a glass of Cabernet and it was tasty but nothing to remember. We got 2 appetizers- burratta with pesto and Noble bread plus the Argentinian red shrimp with Noble bread. The burratta was good and the pesto shined! The shrimp was spicy with red chili flakes and tons of sliced garlic! Sadly the dessert menu was lacking, IMO so we skipped it. We would come here for dinner in the future. read more

Oliver's Modern American - Our 2 appetizers and my wine - American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

This place is so good! Came here for an early bday dinner and loved the ambiance of the dining room and patio, the staff is so friendly and attentive, the manager was also kind enough to stop at our table and talked about vinyl records which was cool as I am also a record collector! Our server was very helpful in recommending appetizers and entrees. I had the short rib entree and it was perfectly cooked, for the appetizers we had the pork belly and whipped feta (I personally loved the feta more) but both still very good! Also recommend trying the lavender mule! Will definitely be coming back. read more

Oliver's Modern American - Lavender Mule - American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

Flying to Scottsdale for cancer treatment every week we are always looking for places to eat. We absolutely loved Oliver's. The waiter was great and friendly and very knowledgeable about the menu. The food was fantastic, we haven't been back yet but we definitely will be. The pricing is perfect for what you get. read more

Oliver's is tucked away behind a lovely array of bushes, trees, and plants, lending to the intimate, upscale atmosphere. Beginning with the old, restored Coca Cola truck out front and the swooping elegance of the building itself, that taste of mid-century modern continues throughout the interior, the menu choices, and even the staff. As someone who loves mid-century modern as a style, in every way, it was an absolute delight to me. I couldn't stop smiling, couldn't stop feeling like I was sitting somewhere I belonged. Incredibly kind staff at the door, accommodating seating for me and my father, both of whom use canes. That experience was more than quadrupled by the waiter (who might I say, was dapper in his lovely Clark Kent-esque outfit) who didn't even blink at my allergen needs (potato, soy, gluten). He went right to the kitchen after I asked if it was easier for me to pick things I was interested in and ask or just ask the chef. He came back with a ton of recommendations. I chose the beef option along with a sub of squash puree and grilled carrots. The steak was the best steak I've ever had in my life, hands down. Medium was true medium, they'd let it rest like you should, and it was melt in your mouth delicious. I ate every bite slowly to savor it as I looked around the establishment, over adorable tabletop lights that emulated candles, booths brought straight out of upscale images of the past, waitstaff all clad in their own touch and variation of the same wonderful look, and patrons who all looked pleased to be there. The squash puree was delightful, so long as you like butternut squash (which I do) and the carrots were just right to be able to take back to the hotel with me and heat in the microwave for a late night snack. Wonderful all around. My father had the bison meatloaf, potatoes, and subbed in steak beans. He ate the whole thing with the same complements and joy at the food he was consuming that I did. The waiter talked with us about allergens and made us feel at home and made me not feel like a huge burden asking to be accommodated (which I sometimes feel like at other places). Zero allergen concerns cropped up after eating here. Didn't even feel the need for my traditional 'being careful' antihistamine because we were on vacation and not at home. The following evening, I was sad we had to eat too early to go to this place a second time. But I guarantee you I will be back. I live a whole state away, but this place is sealed in my memory as something special. Perhaps next time I will be traveling with my husband and can show him the absolute delight of this local. And maybe, just maybe, I will have packed the proper dress for such a location. read more

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Outstanding service and good. Ambiance and decor are funky and modern too. Bailey was our server and she and the other waiter were amazingly attentive and knowledgeable. Non-pretentious New American joint that looks like a diner bc it's the former Polynesian Tiki building! The brussel sprouts, short rib, beet salad and cheesecake with house made blackberry compote were all amazing. I would order all these dishes again. Great portions, pricing and lighting for photos. Really enjoyed our dinner here and would recommend to everyone. Can't wait to come back and try the happy hour when I'm back in town. read more

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I've been to Oliver's modern American twice and I can tell you that both times the food was delicious and I happen to have the same bartender twice who can make a fantastic dirty martini and a great margarita. It's great for like if you're going solo or if you're going like with a girlfriend or just even on a date I would recommend coming here. read more

My boyfriend and I enjoyed a lovely dinner here- we were greeted immediately by Dave and he was so warm and welcoming! Their craft cocktail menu is amazing- their espresso martinis are 10/10 and we can't wait to try more beverages in the future! Chris was our server, he did an amazing job making recommendations and telling us about their menu. I got the pork belly for an entree, my boyfriend got the cheeseburger (both 10/10 as well). Don't miss the calamari as an appetizer!! Their house made sauces are AMAZING! We can't wait to be back soon :) Hospitality: 10/10 Ambience: 10/10 Food: amazing 10/10 Bartenders know what's up!! read more

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Funny. I got confirmation texts from the robo platform. Even on the day of my reservation-- but when I walked in you had NO reservation for me in your elaborate electronic system!! At least the service and food were up to your usual high standards! read more

I had the pleasure of dining in this amazing restaurant for my significant other's birthday with my parents. The ambiance was beautiful. The bar area is from the dairy queen that this building was built from. I love the outdoor patio and firepit area. It seems like a very relaxing place to meet friends for drinks. The restaurant decorating was trendy but loved how welcoming and unpretentious it felt. Our service was impeccable. One of the owners stopped by to check in on us and sat and told us the story of the restaurant. It was so nice to see how invested he was in the diners enjoying their dining experience. The food was amazing. We had the brussel sprouts appetizer. It was delicious. I had the short rib entree. The flavors were so good and the polenta was tasty and great texture. Someone had the salmon and enjoyed it. Another had the bison meatloaf with mashed potatoes and green beans. They loved the taste. My dad is from the Midwest so his only critique was that it'd be better with some gravy. Another person had the pasta dish which they enjoyed. For dessert we shared the pound cake with berries. My dad is still talking about how delicious it was. I'd highly recommend this restaurant for a fun night out with friends or a family dinner. read more

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What an excellent find! I just want to give a big thank you to the manager on staff that night--your hospitality stood out and really made the experience special. I started with the Caesar salad, which came out perfectly on a chilled plate (as it should!). For my main, I had the prime Bristol steak, and it was absolutely spot on--cooked perfectly, flavorful, and paired with fries that were just right. I chose to sit in the bar area since I was dressed casual, and the bartender was an excellent server--friendly, attentive, and professional. Even though I came in late, about an hour before closing, the entire staff was welcoming and made me feel at home. All I can say is thank you again--I'll definitely be back! read more

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Beautiful interior really great appetizers and good drinks. Have loved all four times that I've been in the service is always impeccable.

Oliver's is one of our favorite local spots! The value is exceptional relative to the rest of the Old Town area and the food could go toe to toe with pretty much anywhere. The staff is consistently friendly and attentive too. read more

I loved loved loved Oliver's. Had the prime steak with hand cut French fries with au poivre sauce. my companion had the chicken Milanese with pasta in pesto sauce. He really liked it. I thought it had too much oregano. To each his own. I like that they don't have have a limitless menu. They have a certain number of entrees and appetizers which means they do the menu items really well. We had very good service. Hope to return to try that Pork chop on the menu. read more

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I had high hopes because the place was highly rated, so we made the 40 minute trek to check it out for a nice dinner. Ordered Burrata, salad, steak and pasta. Burrata was good, but salad had a bit more kick than was expected. Pasta did as well. Steak I ordered medium rare, and though it was pink it was very dry, inedible and the sauce was not good. I did mention this to the server, who was nice and asked if I wanted a replacement. We were already tired, so I just say no, but to please make sure to let them know (in the back). I didn't press for it to be removed, but it would have be nice if they did, because they could clearly see I didn't eat more than one bite. It stayed on the bill. The ambience was nice, as well as lighting. Service was a little slow, but probably a busy night. TV's felt a little out of place. All in all, it is a one and done for me, especially because of the distance. read more

Pleasant surprise, first time here for dinner meet with friends. Place has a clean 70's vibe. Nothing fancy, but a family friendly place with great food and service. Prices very reasonable for area. Reviews were spot on for the calamari and Brussel sprouts. Could have easily called the sprouts a meal. The sprouts were on a bed of baba ganoush and tahini. These are the best I have had! i had the short rib on a bed of cauliflower and polenta. Another person had the ribs, and third person had a steak Cesar salad. Everyone very happy with their meals. Shared a raspberry cheese cake for desert. Put this one on your list! Its a keeper for me, very happy camper! read more

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This is our first visit to Olivers which we made sure to visit after visiting their sister restaurant "The Eleanor" for breakfast. This is a beautiful restaurant in a historic building that once house a Polynesian Dairy Queen Queen. The bar area is a beautiful lounge and the dining room had an open mid century modern feel. On this visit we started with the Beet Salad and Brussel sprout appetizer. Both of these are large enough for a table of 4 or to have as entrees. The beet salad was lightly dressed and spinach, goat cheese, golden beets and raisins and crunchy almonds. The brussel sprouts had so many flavors and textures going on from the perfectly cooked brussel sprouts to the baba ganoush which added creaminese to the sweetness of the molasses, and tart pomegranates. It all works well together. For entrees my husband had the tomahawk pork chop with mustard greens. The pork was perfectly cooked and tender. The mustard greens were way too salty to eat. My meal was the prime bistro steak (flat iron) with fries. The steak was cooked to medium rare and well executed. I would have liked to taste more of the au poivre sauce. All in all the food is reasonably priced with a decent happy hour menu. I think the portions of some dishes are too large and I hate to waste food. In addition, I think they need to work on the execution of the mustard greens which would go well with the pork or steak. The staff was accommodating and open to feedback. read more

Oliver's Modern American - Beet salad, prime bistro steak, dining room, brussel sprouts, and tomahawk pork chop - American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

We arrived about 9pm Tuesday evening. Finding the entrance is hard. Coming from south the first apparent entrance leads to a daycare. The next apparent entrance leads to the back patio. You need to drive all the way around the adjacent building on the north to get to the main entrance and they keep this a secret almost. No waitstaff so they gave us bar seating. We had good service from the bartender. We had jerk chicken and rigatoni with sausage. I've had some fantastic jerk chicken elsewhere that usually comes with a wet coating. This came with just a dry exterior. It had jerk flavor but fairly mild. Like weak tea, you knew what it was but it left the taste buds wanting. Served on a bed of rice, some of the rice was dry and crunchy. Balancing out the so so jerk chicken, the rigatoni and sausage blew the taste buds away. Containing a phenomenal locally made Italian sausage with a good crunchy sear, the cream sauce at times took on a carbonara essence. I'm not sure what was in the sauce but it reminded me of complex French haute cuisine having subtle, complex flavors always changing what you sensed on your taste buds. We finished with the peach cake. A bit dry and potentially overcooked on the bottom, saturating it with the included honey syrup helps. It is pretty good, they just need to make it more moist. I would eat here again although one caution. The next day I had the D. Given breakfast was Starbucks oatmeal and passion tea for breakfast, Oliver's is a possible source of the D. read more

Oliver's Modern American - Jerk chicken - American Near Me - Scottsdale, Arizona

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French tomahawk pork chop is to DIE for. Absolutely delish. Always come back to AZ to swing by.. read more

Oliver's Modern American is a breath of fresh air and easily one of the best dining experiences I've had recently! From the moment you walk in, you can tell they've put a lot of thought into every detail, from the chic, modern décor to the incredibly welcoming atmosphere. The Food & Drinks: The menu is a fantastic take on American classics with a creative, modern twist. On my visit, I tried the Calamari and the Brussels sprouts. I don't know if I was just really hungry or if the food was just super delicious, but everything tasted incredible! The flavors are balanced, the ingredients are clearly high-quality, and the presentation is beautiful.. The Atmosphere & Service: The vibe here is sophisticated yet comfortable, making it perfect for a date night, a business lunch, or a nice dinner with friends. What really puts it over the top, though, is the service. My server, Kelli, was excellent. She was professional, attentive, and genuinely seemed to care that we were having a great time. You never feel rushed, but the staff is always there right when you need them. Overall, Oliver's Modern American delivers on every front. It's a true 5-star gem that manages to feel special without being stuffy. I've of course already been back at least 3x before posting this review. read more

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