Olives Gourmet easily makes my top five favorite businesses in Long Beach. This hole in the wall is packed with all your favorite goodies. It's the perfect spot to visit before any get together. Whether you're hosting a cocktail hour or football with the boys, Olives has you covered for every occasion. I can spend hours exploring their tight shelves of Italian goodies. Their offerings include unique beverages, homemade meals, baked goods, sauces, seasoning, dessert, cheese, meats, etc. It would be the ideal place to visit if you were building out a scrumptious cheese board! I especially love their sandwich bar. Everything is fresh and made to order. The selection is large, so you'll need to return to explore it all. Highly recommend the Naples panini and the turkey and brie. read more

(+) Naples sandwich Olives Gourmet Grocer is a little shop and sandwich deli shop. They have chips, side dishes and plenty of Italian goods. It's fun to shop around while you wait for your sandwiches to be prepared. Ordering can be done online. We went on a Saturday around noonish and they line was 4-5 people deep. Definitely order ahead if you're short on time. Food: I ordered the Naples sandwich. It has Oven roasted turkey, provolone cheese, herb aioli, bacon, tomato, arugula on focaccia. Super delicious and decent size. The menu has plenty of sandwiches to choose from. I would recommend this one, but would try another one because why not? Service/Ambiance: The service is quick and all of the staff is friendly. I would recommend Olives Gourmet Grocer. It is a perfect place to go to if you're going to the beach or having a picnic. read more

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Moved back to Belmont Heights after an eleven month stint in the hellzone that is DTLB. I've passed Olives Gourmet Grocer a million times and never thought to stop in. With my Afro Latino roots I was craving a Cubano sandwich and was thoughtful enough to grab a "Spicy Steve" and the service was attentive and top tier at the same darn time It's a quaint spot and mad me fee like I was diving into the better unknown secrets of Belmont Heights with pleasant results. Now what should never be allowed is the tasteless, seasonless and soulless potato salad that was presented to me at the counter which should be overhauled or punishable to the chef and crew by making them eat a years supply of this horrific concoction. All in all it was a delightful surprise and I'll be back shortly to enjoy that next round of fantastic sandwiches ! P.S. For the love of God rethink that potato solid it's a good way to lose business if it's that memorable ! read more

Good customer service. Pretty decent sandwiches. I did love the potato salad and the chocolate mousse. Super yummy. Nice little market, next time I'll have more time to order and shop. read more

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i mean the sandwich is ALWAYS GOOD. I can't describe how fulfilling this sandwich is. It's got flavor, it's got the looks, and it leaves you wanting more. solid LB staple. side note: GO GRAB ONE PLS read more

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Every now and then you crave that perfect turkey club, especially during the hot months, when you don't feel like cooking. Olives knows how to make that perfect turkey club a reality. From the fresh French bread, delicious turkey, crisp lettuce and tomato, and this tasty herb aioli!! And, did I mention crispy bacon?? The portion size was great and I was going to save half for tomorrow, but that didn't happen because it was so dang good!!! And their Mac and cheese is out of this world too...love this little neighborhood grocer! read more

Olives Gourmet Grocer - Turkey Club Sandwich - Grocery Near Me - Long Beach, California

Very neighborly and locally grocer place with deli. Drove by many many times and finally decided go in. Parking can be hectic since they have 2-3 spaces on the side of their store and all are street parking. Small shop but charming and got everything you might need. For me, sandwiches, olives, pastas, cheeses, salamis, and good wines. Perfect place for me indeed. They do have catering and and staff here are very down to earth, friendly and helpful. Prices wise, it's good not too high nor too low. Got a sandwich, a bottle of bubble and olives for lunch. They do have outside seating area (on the street - they build it into patio). The sandwich is big and quite tasty, the bread is soft and the filling is packed with favors and we'll combine. The olives are just perfect and go soo well with the sandwich. Love it here and will come back for more sandwiches and wines, and everything else. read more

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Deli review (5/5) - Excellent and consistent sandwiches with good return time on orders. Staff are friendly and well-accommodating. Grocery review (3/5) - They boast luxury product grocery goods and have come in handy a few times I needed a specific spice, cheese, or drink. Cute spot overall. read more

I LOVE olive's! The parking can be stressful because the street is always busy, but it's so worth it even if you have to park down a residential street and walk a bit. The sandwiches are amazing and so worth the price. Service is always nice and friendly. You either walk up to the deli case & order, pay at the register, then wait to be called once your order's ready, or you can download the app and order online & just walk up to the side and say your name - so convenient & my new fav way to order. My go-to sandwiches are the broadway & southwest, but there's so many others to try! read more

Lots of recommendations for this place and I'm glad I tried it! The workers were friendly and gave us great suggestions on what to try. They have outdoor seating which is quite nice. I'd also say this place is located in a pretty walkable area and relatively close to the beach. Definitely coming back in the future. read more

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Our family loves Olive's! Food and service are always great. Great selection of sandwiches and houseafe salads. It's easy to order and quick for your food to be ready. Prices ate very reasonable for their sandwiches and very generous with the filings. I love their olive spread, very garlic! We regularly order from.Olive's. The Ciabbata bread is very fresh and pairs well with their sanehiches. It's fun to shop around while waiting. Large wine selection, take and bake items in the freezer, baked goodies, preserves, pastas, etc. read more

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Just ordered from DoorDash & it was so good 10/10 highly recommended! Excellent meal ! read more

Olives Gourmet Grocer - Grocery Near Me - Long Beach, California

This is such a neat little market with great ready to eat deli foods and eclectic selection of groceries. Olives has a great local market feel that blends in well with the Belmont vibes. Staff are super friendly and knowledgeable. The deli sandwiches are primo and have an accompanying drink selection of sparkling libations. Pro tip: the made in house buttermilk biscuits in the frozen section are my favorite thing to kick off a day in Long Beach. read more

Olives is a neighborhood grocery that's well curated with premium ingredients that any foodie can appreciate. I saw Momofuku noodles, Italian ingredients, artisan cheeses, and Jen's ice cream in the freezer. Even though the items on their shelves were interesting, what they're really known for are their sandwiches. Their spicy Steve is an Italian sandwich on house made focaccia and it's their best seller. The sandwich was well dressed and loaded with flavor. I also got a "steak BLT", a delicious roast beef sandwich on sliced country bread. Olives is not scared of acid , which gives great tangy flavor along with their creamy aiolis. My wife and I enjoyed both of these sandwiches and I'd definitely come back for that spicy Steve read more

If you're new, ask for a menu on the counter, place your order, the pay. When I first entered the store, I was overwhelmed because it's so busy) They have a lot of deli items so I'm looking forward to coming back! There's street parking. read more

Had to pick up something in the LBC yesterday and tried to find the best place to grab some sandwiches to have later in the day at our local Concerts in the Park. Really glad I found OLIVES under a Yelp search for "gourmet sandwiches" because my sandwich was probably one of the very best sandwiches I've ever had. I ordered the Muffulettas sandwich ($10.49) and the flavors were incredible. I could taste the high quality of the ingredients (Genoa Salami, hot cappacola, mortadella, olive salad, fontana and provolone) with every bite. And the ciabatta was fresh and tasty as well. Truly a perfect sandwich! I slowly enjoyed every small bite I took and I saved my other half for lunch today! If you've had a Muffeletta at Central Grocery in New Orleans (also one of my faves), the sandwich at Olives is only slightly similar. From what I recall, there's more stuff in the one in The Big Easy and it drips with olive oil (I don't view this as a negative...surprisingly, quite the contrary, in fact) but Olive's version very impressively packs all the flavor in their version with less volume. The boy devoured his two halves of the Grilled Steak Sandwich ($11.49: sliced steak, caramelized onions, arugula, tomato, herb aioli, baguette). He loved it. The girl got the Belmont ($11.49: grilled chicken breast, sun dried tomato pesto, goat cheese and mixed greens on baguette) and I await her verdict today as she ended up eating out last night but it looks fantastic. Olive's prices are very reasonable which I very much appreciate. Service was good and quick. My only gripe was that I called to place my order because online showed them out of the kids' picks but that was not accurate so they do need to fix their online ordering system. Oh, and one more thing...they put the sandwiches numbers on the wrappers but the numbers don't show on their website. They do, however, show on the printable menu (which I found out after the fact) so I have included the printable menu here along with my review. Truly cannot wait to go back! Highly highly recommend! read more

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This is my favorite place for sandwich fix. Never disappointed. Good flavors, crispy bread, fresh ingredients. My go to is Cubano. Recently discovered chips with truffle - a very good addition to any meal. The sandwiches are large, so good to share or have two meals. The little store has many gourmet treats to peruse while waiting, plan your next date meal or discover a new dish. Some fun alcohol options are available as well if you are into that for your picnic or a day at the beach. read more

I met and ate a bunch of my new favorite things here today, so that was exciting. First off. Curry macaroni salad? Uhm okay. I've never met a macaroni salad I didn't like and this was one was exceptional with the addition of the curry flavor. I loved it with all my heart - it was tangy and had just the right amount of pizazz. Will be buying this 4ever. I also tried 2 of their fan favorite sandwiches: -smoked turkey & brie ($11.49): smoked turkey, brie, pesto aioli, lettuce, tomato on a baguette roll -spicy steve ($13.49): hot slim, hot cappicola, hot calabrese, provolone, mayo, Parmesan spread, lettuce, tomato, red onion on focaccia Initially, I hated the smoked turkey sandwich - the baguette was so freaking stretchy and chewy. It was hardly enjoyable, though the innards were delightful. Okay, so what you need to do is go home and toast the bread. It's crispy and resembles a baguette - plus the cheese melts and the pesto is extremely fragrant. This is an-eat-at-home-sammy if there's such a thing. This is a freaking delicious sandwich if you love a good pesto situation. Olives Gourmet Grocer is the most perfect neighborhood spot. They also have a cute little market where you can purchase all sorts of fun things for yourself or for gifts. And prices are unbelievable. Make Olives Gourmet Grocer your next sandwich destination. read more

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So I was really sick and one of the best confort foods was this chicken soup. They usually have chicken soup, beef barley and chicken lemon. The chicken soup hit so well and now that Im all better I have a bigger appreciation for this place. They definitely have great sandwich as well. Service is great and you can always call for pick up. I don't believe there is anywhere to sit..its your place to pick up.. I definitely recommend their chicken soup for that cold night for comfort. It has plenty of flavor. The noodles were a little odd because they were not bite size but it was still delicious! I just added a little lime. It was perfect. read more

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I've always noticed this spot buzzing with people during lunch, and I finally decided to see what all the fuss was about. There's only outdoor seating and street parking, but the neighborhood is super walkable, so it's not a hassle at all. The staff were friendly and efficient, getting my sandwich ready in no time. I went with the Prosciutto di Parma, which comes with mozzarella, prosciutto, and roasted red peppers. Every bite bursts with fresh flavors. The bread is crisp, the cheese is creamy, and the prosciutto is perfectly salty. I think adding a little fresh basil and a drizzle of balsamic glaze would push this sandwich from amazing to absolute perfection. This spot definitely lived up to the hype. Simple, fresh, and satisfying. The kind of place you'll want to come back to again and again. read more

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This is the spot you come out and grab a sandwich, then hit the beach. That is just protocol, otherwise you will regret it. The food is on the semi pricier range but it is good. It is small and semi crammed but, the food and service tho? read more

My friend brought me here after class as he had been recommended to come try the food here. I had never heard of it or seen it but was excited to go as I had been craving sandwiches lately and what better place to get one than at a deli. We both ordered a spicy steve and while we waited for our food, we walked around the store. It had a very quaint vibe, which I really enjoyed, as the shelves were lined with all kinds of neat food and ingredients not typically found at corporate grocery stores. Also, even though it was really busy and there was a line of people when we went in, the workers were all super kind and all smiles. The spicy steve was incredibly delicious. I savored every last bite of it. It was not too much, not too little and had a lovely presentation, neatly wrapped in paper. The sandwich did not fall apart on me and stayed in tact the entire time I ate it, which I feel like is rare with sandwiches haha. It was simply perfect. One thing I liked a lot about it was the bread they used, which looked and tasted like foccacia but I am not too sure. Anyway, it was so soft and warm and really sealed the deal for me. I would love to come back and try some of the other sandwiches on their menu or maybe even some of the deli food they have like the salads. It all looks delicious and I have a feeling it probably is. read more

I loveeee the sandwiches here. My go to is the spicy steve and i appreciate that they load up the sandwiches. Great variety of chips too

Great neighborhood sandwich shop/boutique grocery store. My favorite sandwich is the Spicy Steve, it's an Italian sandwich with Hot salami, hot cappicola, hot calabrese, provolone, mayo, parmesan spread, lettuce, tomato, red onion, Goat -Horn peppers on focaccia. The meat is always fresh and the bread is absolutely delicious! Most of the workers are very nice and most of them make the sandwiches great. There is one gal that isn't the best at making you feel welcome and she puts way too much oil/vinegar on everything. But I won't punish the whole plant for one rotten tomato. The little grocery store is cute and has great presentation, but don't think you are going to grocery shop there. It's more of a fun convenience kind of thing. Lots of items they sell you can find at a regular grocery store for less than half of what they sell it for. It's street parking only, I usually walk, but if you drive, I bet you'll find a spot easy. read more

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Olives is right down the street from me, and I've been wanting to try it forever, and I'm glad I finally did! Everyone was so friendly in the store. And they have great gourmet grocery items for hosting dinner parties or gifts. They also offer freshly made sandwiches and paninis which is the main reason I've been wanting to give them a try. I ordered the spicy combo sandwich and let me say, they made that sandwich VERY quickly! And all of the ingredients were super fresh! The tomato and lettuce were really delicious. It was a fairly simple sandwich so you could really taste each ingredient. I will say though, it could use a little more meat, and it was not spicy at all. But it was good overall! The bread is really well made. I sat outside, they have a covered patio area along Broadway. Now the street is pretty busy, so it's not the most scenic setting, but it's a lovely option to sit outside and eat your sandwich right after they make it for you! I would definitely recommend this for a lunch to take to the beach! read more

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Olives is a local deli/grocery shop with speciality items. Although it is small it is packed with all types of goodies. They have lots of high quality pantry items for purchase and pre-made cold and hot foods to take out. They also have a full menu which includes delicious sandwiches, pizzas, and breakfast items made when order. There is even a little patio outside for you to enjoy your food. Olives was recommended to me by someone who comes often. I met up with someone here for lunch and got their popular Spicy Steven Italian sandwich with gluten free bread (+$1.50). It was really good and satisfying. I did wish it was larger though. Now I want to try their other sandwiches as well and I appreciate they have gluten free options. The shop is located on the street so there is street parking or neighborhood parking. The staff that work there are pretty nice and the food was made fairly quick. I recommend if you are looking for something affordable, quick and higher quality. read more

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Stopped by to pick up lunch after seeing multiple recommendations on Facebook about this place . I ordered the spicy combo Italian sandwich. This sandwich was simple yet tasted so amazing and the bread was delicious and tasted as if it was just freshly made. Boyfriend ordered the Santa Fe sandwich and said it was really good Inside is small, right when you walk in is the counter to place your order. After ordering we decided to walk around the grocery area to see what they had. Mostly specialty food items. Ended up picking up an Italian salad to go with our sandwiches. All staff was very friendly and helpful. Parking was a little difficult since the location is downtown so be prepared to park and walk , unless you get lucky and find a spot on the street right away. Would recommend this spot for fresh and tasty sandwiches. read more

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Hi Olives, I've been a longtime customer and used to genuinely love coming here because the sandwiches were consistently fresh, generous, and delicious. Unfortunately, over time I've noticed a pretty significant decline in both quality and portion size. My most recent sandwich was disappointing, especially for the price. It felt like over three-quarters bread, with a very thin slice of chicken, minimal lettuce, and barely any aioli. What used to feel hearty and satisfying now feels skimpy and overpriced. I completely understand that food costs, labor, rent, and insurance have all gone up. Most customers understand that and expect some price increases. But when prices stay premium, the product still has to feel worth it. Right now, it honestly doesn't. There are several sandwich shops nearby where you can get a larger, fresher sandwich with substantially more protein for the same price or less. That's tough competition when longtime customers start feeling like the value just isn't there anymore. I'm writing this because I'd actually like to keep supporting a local business I used to enjoy regularly. I truly hope management takes another look at portion sizes and overall consistency, because I'd love a reason to come back. Sincerely,A disappointed regular read more

Olives Gourmet Grocer - Was supposed to be a sandwich with turkey. - Grocery Near Me - Long Beach, California

Placed a phone order pick up during my lunch break. The meat and everything ratio wasnt on point with me. The flavor was decent but I felt like I mostly paid and ate bread. I got the steak sandwich and received 3 layers of very thin sliced beef. See photos. read more

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There is a special place in my heart for sandwiches and Olives holds the golden reign of sandos. Respectfully earned through the craftsmanship and love that is intertwined within everything they make. I'm typically a creature of habit when it comes to ordering but that all changes when I walk through those beautiful glass doors. I'm not afraid to go out of my comfort zone and try a different delicious sub because EVERY. SINGLE. TIME. it is friggin mind-blowing. The Belmont, slay. The Spicy Steve, iconic. The Broadway, holy mole that olive tapenade is what dreams are made of. Now.. let's talk about those damn cookies. They are heavenly. I swear, when I first took a bite of this sweet and pinch of salt goodness, I heard a symphony start playing and gold sparkles glistened in my eyes. Not even overreacting. Ya ya ya, $4 is a bit much for a cookie but the cost of pure bliss aint cheap. read more

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Finally had a chance to try this amazing place! The sandwiches are so good, and unique! Lots of choices .. I had the turkey and fresh mozzarella with the olive spread, excellent. Service was great, nice employees, and very cute atmosphere. Lots to look at, it's like a mini Sprouts. read more

Great sandwiches! I've been here a few times and have always had a pleasant experience. This visit, I stopped by planning to try something new. As I started ordering, the employee making sandwiches abruptly BARKED, "Dogs aren't allowed in here." I hadn't realized the shop didn't allow dogs, which is completely fine--I immediately took my dog outside and tied her up (next to the dog water bowl that monetarily misled me). Funnily enough, not even my dog barks at people so rudely (or at all). After that interaction, I had no interest in trying something new and just ordered my usual to avoid further interaction with the employee. On a positive note, the cashier was very kind and even offered to bring my sandwich outside once it was ready, which I really appreciated. The food is consistently great, but the way I was spoken to by the sandwich maker was unnecessarily rude and really took away from the experience. read more

I met a guy on a cruise ship in the Bahamas that spoke highly of Olives Gourmet Grocer. Having lived in Long Beach for over a decade, I was surprised I have never visited the place. This is a super cute deli market with fresh sandwiches, some bakery items, and other deli stuff. The sandwich was freshly made and they got daily specials. read more

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Sooo delicious! Service is friendly and quick. There are so many options to choose from as well as outdoor seating. Love love this spot & will definitely be returning! read more

Olives Gourmet Grocer - Naples Panini - Grocery Near Me - Long Beach, California

Absolutely obsessed with this place and so happy to have it in my neighborhood! My partner and I just keep coming back - I get the tuna melt and he gets the steak BLT. The sandwich counter is such a classic! I've also gotten some of the other dishes at the counter like the kale salad - which did not disappoint. It's a great place to grab lunch or a meal to go before heading to the beach or even just to get something quick during a work break! Everyone at the grocer is SO friendly and the store is always busy / shelves stocked with all sorts of local goodies to browse. They do have some outdoor seating as well if you want to enjoy your meal nearby! read more

Grabbed a sandwich and a soda. Everyone is nice. For sure coming again. Get the chicken club. read more

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I want to give a shout out for their gravy which is all I ordered from Olives for Thanksgiving. It was outstanding. Not greasy or fatty. Really robust. At first I thought a tad expensive but it was worth the money. read more

Best sandwiches in LB but they should switch their opening time to 10am instead of saying they open at 9am because they're never set up or ready on time, last time I went at opening they said they didn't even have the cut of meat I wanted until 1 hour later.......the service isn't great either but the sandwiches are top tier read more

I've been here quite a few times now and have tried the southwest, smoked turkey and brie, and the cranberry tuna. The food is consistently great, but the service is hit or miss. They do have tables available outside but I usually walk a couple of blocks down to the bluff and have a picnic there. read more

These are the best and most crave-able sandwiches (and pre-made meals) in all of LB. Don't skip on the Spicy Steve or Santa Cruz panini. read more

Olives Gourmet Grocer - The best sandwich shop in LB has updated their weekly specials. Wanted to post and share! - Grocery Near Me - Long Beach, California