Olives Mediterranean Café is one of those restaurants that's easy to recommend. The food is delicious, fresh, and full of flavor, with a great selection of Mediterranean and Greek dishes. The kabobs, hummus, gyros, and salads are especially good, and the portions are generous. The atmosphere is comfortable and welcoming, and the service is friendly. I also really like that it's a local restaurant right in downtown Lancaster. It's a great place for a casual lunch or dinner, whether you're dining alone, with friends, or with family. If you enjoy Mediterranean food, Olives is definitely worth checking out. It's a real gem in Lancaster! read more

This was my first time trying Mediterranean (besides Chicken Dijon) and for me personally it's wasn't barking at me. It didn't make an eyebrow raise or make my inner core say "ummm!" I was in the mood for a good hearty salad as I had a heavy seafood meal the night before and was planning on big bbq for weekend so I wanted to kinda have a clean fill up in between! So we selected the chicken kebab salad, something with the Lulu and Shawarma chicken, the tzatziki dip with some pita bread and a bottle of Pinot Grigio. To me the kebabs were a bit too charred I'm not sure if that's how they should be or not. I was expecting soft savory meat not a dry different version of bbq meat. The dressing was dryer than expected (that was my best adjective at the moment) it was vinegar overpowering. I had hoped for think more of a fruit maybe flavored balsamic taste. I didn't finish it I just ended up drinking lunch along with the tzatziki dip. I did like the rice that came with my mother's meal too. It was flavorful and made perfectly (unlike my rice!) So for me this was a one and done type a place I'm glad I experienced it, but I won't be back. read more

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Delicious food and friendly staff, with just a minor timing issue!I visited Olives Mediterranean in Lancaster, CA, around 2 PM. The restaurant wasn't terribly busy when we arrived, and we were immediately greeted at the door and invited to sit wherever we liked. The restaurant itself has a very clean and inviting atmosphere.For our meal, we ordered:Spanakopita (Appetizer)Olives House Special (2 orders) - This comes packed with a chicken kabob, beef kabob, beef lula, salad, rice, grilled tomato, jalapeño pepper, and hummus.The meal itself was absolutely delicious, and the portions on the house special were great. The ladies working there were incredibly friendly and provided good service throughout our visit. My only critique is that our spanakopita appetizer was brought out after our main entrees had already arrived.Overall, it is a lovely spot with great food and welcoming service. I would definitely eat here again! read more

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The food was great. The atmosphere was nice and warm. I had a special request for my dinner and they accommodated. The waitress were very nice and welcoming. read more

Very tasty food we always enjoy coming here! Food is always hot, fresh, and delicious. read more

You can never go wrong with this place. Even dining in is a beautiful experience. The restaurant is consistently clean, including the easily accessible restrooms. The wine selection is excellent, and the overall atmosphere always feels elegant and inviting. read more

Dirty, bad food, bad service. Over priced!!!! The food was old not fresh. ...!!!!!!!!

This place is always great and makes me leave with a smile on my face. Whether I come with a small or a large group, the service is always great. The charm and personality of the hardworking people there is amazing. The food is very fresh and the prices are good. Highly recommend this place. read more

This is my honest review I'll keep posting it also So disappointed, one of my favorite places to eat I have been craving it for weeks now finally got paid and decided to splurge and get myself something and also my two little toddlers, one year-old and a three-year-old who loved their Rice. I placed the order on Postmates at around 8 PM they don't close till nine so I thought that was plenty of time. I ordered one entrée nothing even big my delivery time changed about 5 times 3 different delivery drivers then finally 9 PM hits and they just canceled my order. My children waited an hour to eat as well as me and never got our meal then we're stuck at 9 PM to figure out what to eat now as a mother that broke my heart to have to see my children go hungry and then have to wait for my refund to come back, which will take 3 to 5 business days when every penny counts 3 to 5 business days doesn't feed your children so disappointed in olives, as well as Postmates for not helping me out with anything I will never go to olives ever again or order Postmates ever again. I don't want this to happen to have my children wait going hungry do better olives and Postmates wish I could give -5 stars read more

Great service and delicious food. Good ambiance, there are TV's on but not at a loud volume. You're able to have conversations during your meal. read more

Olives Mediterranean Café - We got the Combo Kabob for two. It came with plenty to share and we even took some home. Combination Kabob For Two or More - Mediterranean Near Me - Lancaster, California

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I ordered the lamb chops, and wow.. they were absolutely delicious! Perfectly seasoned, tender, and full of flavor. The rice and hummus on the side were fresh and tasty, and the whole plate felt like such a comforting, satisfying meal. The cozy, quiet ambiance made it an even better dining experience. The staff were incredibly kind, even waiting with me until my Uber arrived after they had already closed that level of hospitality means so much. I'll definitely be coming back again! read more

Olives Mediterranean Café - Lamb Chops I ordered the lamb chops, and wow... they were absolutely delicious! Perfectly seasoned, tender, and full of flavor. - Mediterranean Near Me - Lancaster, California

Food was amazing ambiance nice and good prompt service. Every single item on the plate was delicious

Visiting from out of town. Stop here for lunch. Good service and good portions and reasonable price. The chicken and beef kabob were tender and juicy and had great flavor. Nicely roasted pepper and tomato. Pita and hummus paired well. A nice healthy and tasty dish. Will come back if I'm ever in the area. read more

Olives Mediterranean Café - Beef and chicken kabob combo - Mediterranean Near Me - Lancaster, California

The chicken kabob is delicious, it's my go-to every time. My favorite part of going to this restaurant is the ambiance, especially the decor. The service is great, and it's a nice spot for a date night. read more

My honest review (i go to a lot of Med places) is: the portions were generous, they accommodated my request to not have mushroom on my veggie skewers (though a few slipped in there anyway) which i appreciated, the actual place looks dark old and messy, and they have horrible hummus. I don't know how its possible for a middle eastern place to make such bad hummus but it was not made with love i can do 200 times better. Also the rice was white rice it didn't have the little noodles like they do in mid east. read more

Came in the other night with a group of friends, we decided to leave because it was too hot in there. And the fan was really loud next to our table. Everytime I come in I don't have complaints, good food, amazing service , but this time the heat ruined my dinner. It was unfortunate that I had to take my friend group of 12 to a different restaurant read more

Most delicious Greek food in the Antelope Valley for sure - great ambiance as well- even if you don't know what to order just let the server recommend and you won't be disappointed- - I love Opa and this place is just as delicious read more

An Antelope Valley Facebook Group recommended this spot for good Mediterranean food, and of course I had to check them out! Olives Mediterranean is located near the edge of the BLVD, which tends to get overlook. I usually go more towards the middle of the BLVD where Sassy Bird and various of restaurants are it. Anyhow, the location isn't bad and the parking is easy too! They have a parking lot in the back but you can always park on the streets. The interior of the restaurant was homey yet also classy because of the way the setup of the tables were laid out. It felt like a very intimate restaurant for dates or just special occasions. I didn't dine in, but I did do a take-out which was quick and easy. I got the gyro lamb sandwich that came with 2 sides (salad and rice). It was probably the best gyro lamb sandwich I ever ate, it was so flavorful and the meat was so tender. Definitely need to come back to try their other menu items. read more

My family and I went in on mother's Day 2 years ago they made us feel like we were inconveniencing them the orders were not right plus the food was not very good there has to be something better in the antelope valley. Also we had a one-year-old with us and it was a struggle to get a high chair and they were not very welcoming to the fact that we had a baby. read more

They only have one waitress serving the place but that didn't stop them from giving good service to a restaurant with all the tables occupied. The food was delicious and tasty except for the pita bread. The pita bread is awful, pale, tasteless and thin like a tortilla. The atmosphere is family-friendly, cozy and comfortable. I don't have to go to Bakersfield anymore to eat good Mediterranean food. Tienen una sola persona de mesera atendiendo el lugar pero eso no impidió el buen servicio que dio a un restaurante con todas las mesas ocupadas. La comida deliciosa y sabrosa excepto por el pan pita. El pan pita es malísimo, pale, sin sabor y delgado como si fuera una tortilla. El ambiente familiar, acogedor y amigable. Ya no tengo que ir a Bakersfield para comer buena comida mediterránea. read more

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Some of the tastiest, juiciest meats we've had. Well worth the little detour from the highway on a road trip.

Visited last weekend. Service was good but food was very subpar. I would not eat here again. The lamb kabob was particularly bad. One of the pieces I could not chew and had to throw away and the sauce didn't taste good. The beef kabob was better. The side salad and rice were good. The hummus was so bad I didn't want it to touch any of my food or it would also end up tasting bad. If there's any advice to give here is to completely ditch this version of hummus, change the seasoning for the lamb kabob and pay attention what you're actually cooking and serving. read more

I love Olives. One of my favorites here in the AV. I usually order the chicken kabob plate with extra jalepeños! read more

The food is always fresh, delicious and affordable. The Mediterranean cuisine has been rated the healthiest cuisines to eat; so, why not make it tasty too. Come check out how healthy food can satisfy your cravings at Olive's Mediterranean Cafe in Lancaster. read more

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There aren't many greek/Mediterranean places in Lancaster, but upon discovering this gem, I have been more times than I can count. Healthy, reliable, and delicious food. Highly recommended if you are in the area and looking for some authentic wraps, bowls, plates, and apps. read more

Olives Mediterranean Café - Chicken Kabob Plate - Mediterranean Near Me - Lancaster, California

Placed order online, food was edible but was disappointed with flavor, lula kabob had no flavor, rice had no seasoning,even the cabbage salad was meh, and the hummus was watery. I remember the first time I went there 5 yrs ago . Everything had really good seasoning. Maybe they need to retrain their cooks . read more

What a find! We were in Lancaster for a business meeting and found Olives Mediterranean Cafe right in the main street. We arrived right when it it opened and were greeted warmly. Delicious and flavorful is the best way I can describe the dishes here. I love hummus and that is what I ordered to start. Plenty of pita bread followed that I enjoyed. I also ordered the Chicken Kabob and a Falafel which were both superb. I left feeling full and satisfied and happy at the thought that when in Lancaster, there is Olives Cafe! Enjoy your visit. read more

The service is outstanding. The food is average maybe. Iceberg lettuce is considered salad. The French fries taste like they were frozen and they baked them. I can do that at home. The hummus is more garlic than garbanzo bean. read more

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I ordered a 10-person platter from this restaurant on two completely separate occasions, spaced 4-5 months apart. The interior is nice. The service is fine. And I won't deny it -- the food tastes incredible. That said, I will never spend my money here again, and neither will my family. On BOTH occasions, there was long blonde hair inside the food. Not once. Twice. Months apart. That is not an accident; that is negligence. I didn't bother returning the food or making a scene, because there is no "fix" for discovering hair in a meal you've already served to your family. Once that happens, the trust is gone. And frankly, the idea of sending food back only to receive a replacement that may have had other hairs quietly removed is not reassuring -- it's worse. The only logical conclusion is that basic food safety standards are being ignored, specifically the failure to require hairnets for food handlers. This is not a minor issue. This is a deal-breaker. For a Mediterranean restaurant, where food is prepared fresh and handled constantly, wearing hairnets is basic hygiene. Yes -- the food tastes great -- that's what makes this so disappointing. I would be ordering lamb and chicken platters every other week if this restaurant showed even minimal concern for hygiene. Instead, my family refuses to eat here; I can't blame them, and I have not returned to Olive's since. Until this restaurant requires hairnets for all food handlers, I strongly recommend spending your money elsewhere. A Mediterranean kitchen should be spotless and professional -- not a place where customers are repeatedly gambling on what they might find in their meals. Be advised, and if you find hair in your meal, LET IT BE KNOWN so that Olive's starts making food handlers wear hairnets. read more

I love Olives! My mom has been talking about this place for so long and I'm glad I finally got to try it. Apparently, they cater to my mom's job all the time. She always talks about customer service and how great they are; I must agree! It was my first time and not usually a fan of Mediterranean food and the hosts helped me figure out what to order. I got the pork and my mom got the chicken kabob plate. The pieces of meat are so big and the rice is yummy! It seems like they have a good wine stock to pick from but ordered togo and couldn't try any. Next time! I recommend you stop by! read more

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The service is excellent. The staff include owner are friendly and welcoming. The food is good and the portions are comparable with the price. We had over 20 people and the service was still good. read more

When you ask for lightly cooked pork chop and they burn it . Now I had to make my guest a sandwich and the person that took the call when we complained Nora didn't even care and so "oh bring it back" after our whole family is eating and now they expect us to drive back to give them the burnt pork chop. I had to put a star to post read more

Olives Mediterranean Café - "Lightly cooked pork chop" - not - Mediterranean Near Me - Lancaster, California

We had my mother-in-laws birthday catered by Olives and it was delicious. We were hosting 15 people so we ordered the shish kabob order for 10 people, and they were able to accommodate the order to include food for 15. The staff I ordered with helped me figure out the best things to order around additional appetizers. They were Ben very accommodating with the pick up time which I had to change a day beforehand. The staff were super friendly when we went to pick up the food. The restaurant looked cute and clean on the inside. Everyone at party raved about the food. The meat was juicy and tender, the salad had a simple but tasty dressing,...even the rice was delicious. The babaganoush, on or my fav things to eat, was spectacular...couldn't get enough of it. read more

We walked into the restaurant it was elegant and well decorated. A waitress greeted us and seated us immediately. Service was fast and professional. I wish I had taken photos because the food looked as good as it tasted. The Basmati rice was super tasty. Usually hummus grosses me out, but this stuff was delicious. I couldn't stop eating it. I had the lambchops. It was only $19!!! They were tender and tasted wonderful. My daughter had the Chicken Shawarma Pita, OMG, it was to die for. My wife had the Chicken Kabob. The Chicken was seasoned perfectly, and it was tender and delish! I didn't care for the salad or the salad dressing, but that didn't take away from the perfect score. I highly recommend this place for lunch or dinner. read more

We enjoyed our meal! Portions were generous. Hummus was a little garlicky but still tasty.

Great food, something different than the ordinary, nice people clean restaurant very good prices for quality and quantity of the food

The servers were friendly and attentive. The food came out in a timely manner. The ambiance was nice and quiet, not too busy. The quality of the food was absolutely outstanding. 10/10 will be returning read more

Olives Mediterranean Café - Beef Kabob, Chicken Kabob, French Fries - Mediterranean Near Me - Lancaster, California

Bought take out food to go and the food was flavorful, warm and delicious. Located on Lancaster Blvd, in the artsy part of town. I ordered a falafel. I recommend Olives! read more

Wasn't what I expected! They done use basmati rice. Chicken gyro had more lettuce than chicken! read more

This is a great restaurant with very tasty food, friendly staff and it's reasonably priced. The only reason I don't give it 5 stars is that they don't serve real cream with coffee. Just the powdered stuff which really doesn't taste good. A cup of coffee at a restaurant should always be served with real cream. Otherwise, bon apetit! read more