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    Olivia

    4.6 (231 reviews)
    Open 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Stephen Michael T.

    Walking into Olivia, you're immediately welcomed by the valet, followed by warm smiles from the hostess and staff. The hospitality stands out from the moment you arrive. It genuinely feels like everyone enjoys working there and takes pride in creating a memorable dining experience. We didn't have reservations, so we arrived promptly at 5:00 p.m. and were lucky enough to grab two seats at the bar, which is first come, first served. As the restaurant gradually filled, it was impressive to watch the staff work together so seamlessly. Maeva and Christina never seemed to stop moving; giving recommendations, crafting cocktails, checking on guests, and somehow keeping everyone's glasses full while maintaining a relaxed atmosphere. The food is absolutely something to rave about. I honestly wanted to order one of everything on the menu. The garlic bread may sound like a simple starter, but it's anything but ordinary. The salmoriglio, roasted garlic, fresh parmesan, and crisp texture come together to create something that's incredibly satisfying. I only planned to have a couple bites before my meal, but I ended up eating a couple pieces. Also, the meatballs are worth trying as well. They had moisture, flavor and the tomato sauce sealed the deal. To drink, I started with a classic Negroni and later enjoyed a Last Word with my entrée. Both cocktails were exceptionally well balanced and paired beautifully with the food. For my main course, I ordered the scallops. They were cooked perfectly and served over a creamy herbed risotto with romanesco and piquillo peppers. The crispy slice of prosciutto added the finishing touch, bringing just the right amount of texture and saltiness to the dish. Everything fit together beautifully and tasted every bit as good as it looked. I cleaned the plate as best as I could. To finish the evening, I enjoyed a shot of espresso and a scoop of gelato--a fitting way to end an Italian meal. It's easy to see why Olivia stays consistently busy. Between the exceptional service, thoughtfully crafted cocktails, and outstanding food, they've built something special. I'd love to visit their Tampa location to compare the two, but I'll gladly return to this location again and again. If you're looking for authentic Italian cuisine with an energetic atmosphere, attentive service, and food that's worth talking about long after dinner, Olivia deserves a spot at the top of your list. Thank you again for a wonderful evening. I'll definitely be back. Ciao friends! Atmosphere: 10 | 10 Service: 9.5 | 10 Food: 9.5 | 10

    Jalane T.

    Without a doubt, one of my favorite restaurants. My husband and I used to frequent the South Tampa location for years before finally trying the newer St. Pete spot, and it absolutely lives up to the hype. The food is consistently delicious. The burrata is a must-order appetizer every time, and the cacio e pepe is my personal favorite. On our most recent visit, we tried the viral chicken parm... and wow. I was honestly speechless. Being originally from New York, where authentic Italian food (especially chicken parm) is everywhere and hard to compete with, I had high expectations, but this one completely blew me away. Easily #1 on my list. Service is always great - attentive, quick, and friendly. The ambiance is nice, though it can get a bit loud when it's fully booked (which is pretty common). The vibe is casual-dressy, making it perfect for date nights or special occasions. We love coming here, whether it's just the two of us or when we have family in town. Definitely a go-to spot.

    Ravioli with steak tips
    Jean O.

    Came to visit this place after rave reviews from friends & also its link to Cafe Ponte'. A few of us got together and celebrated friendship Ordered several appetizers. Meatballs, bruschetta and Margherita pizza. All were delicious and the grapes on the bruschetta were surprisingly good! For our entree, I chose the squid ink carppessee with seafood. Delicious. You can taste the squid ink in the pasta. The rest of the group ordered their meals. Too many to name them so take a look at the pics. The highlight was the lasagna which a rolled versus stacked. All were delicious. It was very busy on a Sunday early dinner. Service was excellent. Our server was very attentive. The only table that would fit out crew 8 was the high top which was fine but wish the seats had a back rest. If you are in the mood for Italian made from scratch this is one of the places to go in DT STP.

    Sam S.

    The garlic bread shocked us; probably the best I've ever had! Chicken parm is seasonal so make sure to get it before they stop serving it. Service was outstanding and very attentive. Ample space and high end decor. Would highly recommend!

    Pasta carbonata is another favorite. Not too strong and always cooked to perfection.
    Kathy T.

    Great food, great atmosphere.. We love everything about this place. The only thing is you MUST make a reservation way ahead of time. Went as a big group of 8 people. Excellent service and everything was spot on! We have been to the Tampa location also, both equally amazing.

    Croissant
    Emily S.

    The food was delicious! The wait staff was attentive and helpful, and the restaurant was lovely. The table side chicken parm was magical!

    Kevin K.

    My girlfriend had been wanting to dine here for such a long time so we finally took the plunge and were glad we did! The place was beautiful. The service was on point. The food was excellent! I had the SQUID INK CASARECCE and I loved it! We will hopefully return soon!

    AGNOLOTTI
    Denise M.

    Lovely spot. We celebrated a 50th birthday here. The service was excellent and the food was delicious. It's a big spacious modern restaurant.

    Garlic bread and St. Pete wheat beer
    Lindsay S.

    5 stars! We luckily were able to squeeze in a last minute reservation. It was a beautiful night so we requested to sit outside. The staff was very attentive and gave an elevated vibe. I ordered the truffle pasta dish. It was absolutely delicious. They make their pasta in house, a huge plus! My husband had a pizza and really enjoyed it.

    Old Fashioned & passion fruit mocktail
    Amy K.

    the perfect date night!! from the delicious chicken parm to drinks and the refreshing yellowtail. this was the best way for us to celebrate our anniversary. Our waiter was amazing and even gave us a complimentary dessert. Everyone definitely has to give the chicken parm a try!

    Wild arugula salad
    Alyssa M.

    I came here for my birthday dinner and it was amazing! We started with the garlic bread appetizer, which was perfectly crusty and garlicky, with lots of Parmesan on top as well. I also split the wild arugula salad with my grandma and it was very tasty and unique! For my entree I got the agnolotti and I cleaned my plate! It had such a wonderful flavor, the short rib inside was cooked perfectly, and the sauce was great. It was a very unique dish that was executed really well. They also brought me a little cannoli with confetti sprinkles for my birthday, which was a nice touch and a very good cannoli! The service was incredible, we were taken care of very well throughout the night. The inside is also very nice, with huge windows for natural lighting and lots of tables. It's definitely on the pricier side but great for a celebration or date night!

    Chicken Parm
    Arianna C.

    Came for my birthday and everything was delish .. Service was great and the birthday cannoli made my night .. Parm was delish however you guys got me completely annihilated on tiktok because it was so overcooked it sure tasted good tho

    Pasta lunch!
    Ally A.

    I have been wanting to try Olivia since it opened and I am so glad I finally had the opportunity. I went for a girl's lunch with my family and we had a great time. The food and service were perfect. I ordered the rice balls as an appetizer to share and for lunch, I enjoyed the chicken Milanese, which was a massive portion. It's literally two chicken cutlets. I don't drink and it was great that they have a mocktail menu. The strawberry basil drink is so fresh and delicious. My biggest regret is not valet parking. I spent $21 parking in a lot, had I known there was valet parking, I would have done that - same price.

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