They happily greeted us at opening, and were greeted by the very kind owner who walked us through exactly where he sources his oil, how he picks his different oils, and then treated us to a fantastic lunch covered in his extremely high end oils. The highlight was the local figs, feta and heirloom tomato appetizer. All 3 were amazing, and he covered them in a delicious black-olive olive oil that really came through in a fantastic way. We also got a delicious pesto pasta with homemade pasta and (you guessed it) high end olive oil. This was quite good as well. The owner was extremely kind, the service was fast and pleasant, and he truly looked to enjoy sharing his craft. It's a small homey restaurant on a crowded part of old town, but don't let that scare you away, definitely worth stopping by when you're in Nice! read more

Oliviera - Feta, local figs and heirloom tomatoes. GET THIS if it's on the menu! You won't regret it - Mediterranean Near Me - Nice, 06

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Food- the food was delicious!!! Eggplant appetizer was creamy. Lasagna with zucchini was light and flavorful. Ragu had the right portions of sauce and noodles and was very tasty. Pesto spaghetti was cooked perfectly and had a mild flavor. Tiramisu was probably one of the best I have ever had, even better with the olive oil. The olive oil itself was a standout addition. Service- Nadim (owner) was lively and very attentive. A Nice Old Town celebrity chef :) Ambiance- Italian hole in the wall. I would highly recommend this place and I am looking forward to returning. Very small menu and you must make reservations in advance as the place only sits around 10 people. Open for lunch. Euro only. read more

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We took a cooking class and our instructor did a olive oil tasting and recommended that we check out Oliviera, and we are so glad we did! Nadim, the owner, is so friendly and passionate about his craft, we loved the different flavors of olive oils he had us try, and we even tried some on tiramisu, and it was surprisingly a very flavorful combination! We also had lunch there and has a very fresh pesto pasta and lasagna. We love that their olive oil is nicely packaged in tin cans and is perfect for gifting! read more

"The best place in town to get olive oil!" according to several locals. Indeed it is. I went with my family during our stay in Nice and it was an enjoyable experience, especially conversing with Nadim. As Americans, it was great to speak with someone well-versed in English and hear about his early years in New York. Before I go on, I must say that Nadim is a very welcoming host. He is not shy when making new friends, is very knowledgeable of olive oils, and is kind-hearted. You can tell by the way he treats his diners, his wife, and any passerby who glance to see the homely restaurant and olive oil containers. He likes to entertain, but it only enhances the dining experience. As for the food, it was superb. Rich in taste and healthy. Nadim also gave us various olive oils to taste such as a bitter olive oil that complimented the vegetable platter. The picture doesn't do the food and taste justice, but I hope it serves as a helpful reference/starting point. Fun fact shared by Nadim is that his olive oils are always different year-over-year as they're consumed entirely. He closes shop for a few months to source new olive oils and what's sourced is used up. If you're in the area and need a place to eat, definitely give this place consideration! One final bit is the place only accepts cash payments. But don't fret! You can either visit an ATM, pay online through their website (as a gift payment), or pay in USD (only mentioned this currency since we're Americans) valued based on the exchange rate. Enjoy! read more

Oliviera - Tagliatelle with pesto; Beef tartare with potatoes and homemade tomato relish; and a vegetable platter with an assortment within the flower - Mediterranean Near Me - Nice, 06

Eating at Oliviera was a unique and fantastic experience. It's a pretty small restaurant in Vieux Nice that specializes in olive oils. The experience is a lot like going for dinner at the house of a remarkable cook. The owner, Nadim, and a woman who I assumed was his wife cook and serve the food. All of the meals are individually made to order in a home-cooked style. Nadim circles around the dining area talking about food and olives (and travel, and more!) It's fun seeing a business owner take such pride in the food and olive oil he serves. And he should be proud of it, because it's fantastic. I ordered the rabbit. It was served in a rabbit broth with pasta noodles and a few vegetables. The meat was delicious and very tender. The broth was just about perfect, which Nadim suggested was because it's a proper bone broth. It had great rabbit flavor. It had the elusive exact right amount of salt. There's no gimmick to the dish... It's just good food. My wife got the pesto pasta. She was happy with it, and when I tried it, I liked it, too. Nadim served that one with a slightly more bitter olive oil that really did match nicely with the pesto. I can't recommend trying this place highly enough. Since it's a small restaurant that's only open for lunch, it's probably a good idea to make reservations. The food speaks for itself. The service is delightful. And, if you're a traveler to Nice, this is exactly the kind of restaurant experience you're hoping for in a restaurant there. While I was eating here, my wife remarked that I looked especially happy. Oliviera can put a smile on your face, too! read more

One of the best dining experiences of all times. The owner is magnificent and inspirational. The food is out of this world!

I last enjoyed Oliviera in person 4 years ago, and the experience has led me to order their olive oil shipped to me in the United States. I cannot live without Bouteillan in the summer! read more

Oliviera - Grilled asparagus, tomatoes and Brussels sprouts - Mediterranean Near Me - Nice, 06

So happy we stumbled upon this wonderful place. The owner is ABSOLUTELY DEVINE, and one of the best people we met in Europe on this trip. He is SO passionate about the food he creates. (He shares some of his recipes on his website). He is a national treasure, I am pretty sure. We tried 3 very different dishes, 2 completely out of our usual comfort zone, on his recommendations and were delighted with all three. (We skipped his pesto which looks amazing, because we are pretty adept at making pesto ourselves!!!) As soon as we got home we made his eggplant dip, his moms recipe. SO DANG GOOD. He specializes in high quality Olive Oils which he generously drizzles over everything. YOU MUST TRY THIS PLACE, it's a delight. read more

Oliviera - Eggplant/feta dip with red pepper, Caprese with fresh seasonal tomatoes, and eggplant meatball? ALL TO DIE FOR! - Mediterranean Near Me - Nice, 06

Everything fresh and delicious. Host welcoming and delightful. Location small and intimate. Walked up and got lucky with a table at 1:30. Looked like a reservation might be smart. So nice to have simple delicious food. I highly recommend. read more

BRING CASH and make a reservation. Okay- with the mandatories out of the way- let me tell you a little bit about Oliviera. The owner, Nadim, is passionate about olive oil. And not just one kind- many kinds which he drizzles on everything he serves. He starts off with one from Nice- light, fragrant and perfectly sopped up by the crunchy French bread he serves to you. There is a limited menu with about 5-6 starters and another 5-8 entrees. On the night I was there- every table was full and he brought in a couple of extra tables from out front given it was a little chilly. No problem- the more the merrier! I started with a vegetable plate topped with avocado over a Granny Smith apple. And my dining companion had an amazing aubergine and pepper dish ( the recipe is on the website) but think roasted eggplant, combined with goats cheese, Greek yogurt and a little salt and pepper. Both were fantastic! But since both are drizzled, when served, with plenty of that delicious olive oil, be sure to sop up all the delicious flavors with the crusty French bread or Nadim will remind you when he comes to pick up your plate!! For our main course- I had the fresh sausages, of the night, served with lentils, and my dining companion had a beef filled cannelloni both of which were delicious as well. And each was again a personally drizzled by the ow near with the perfect oil to being out the tsetse. Finally- there was only one dessert available which was a tiramisu. And guess what? Yep, you're right. It too came with an olive oil drizzle. I thought it would be too much- but it really helped to hold the taste of the chocolate in your mouth. As I said- bring cash as this place doesn't take credit. Our bill ran about 96 euro which was very reasonable given we even had a bottle of wine. And definitely make a reservation a day or two before or you could be left being directed down the street like another young couple who showed up on the night I was there sans a reservation. A magical evening all made possible by the veritable olive, the plump grape and an owner named Nadim who went out of his way to make me feel like a valued guest in his " house". You must check this out the next time you are in Nice. read more

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Oliviera was INCREDIBLE. The service was friendly and inviting. The server/owner speaks perfect English and has a wonderful sense of humor. We had an avocado salad, beef cannelloni, pesto, and pumpkin lasagna. ALL I would order again. I am still dreaming about the cannelloni. The ingredients are all FRESH from the OWNER'S FARM. He thinks produce that isn't his is 'fake'. They also have a huge selection of olive oils that are available for purchase. Before our meal he brought out an assortment of olive oils to taste. He described them to us, and showed us pictures of the olives. It was a wonderful addition to the experience of eating there. Food AND Service were the best I've had ANYWHERE. This is a must do in Nice. Make a reservation, the restaurant is small and fills every night. We made one just one day in advance for a Saturday night and it was fine. Of note: CASH ONLY. read more

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I cannot even express how much I loved eating at this place. We came here on our last day in Nice for lunch and it was such a delightful experience. The owner was wonderful. He was so helpful with giving us recommendations (especially with my gluten allergy) and also giving us background of our food and the olive oils that paired with it. It was really sweet how proud the owner was of his food and his olive oils. I got the veggie and fruit salad... my favorite part of the dish was the smashed avocado on top of the granny apple. We also got the goat cheese with eggplant and a side of grilled peppers. Both soooo amazing! The rose that the owner suggested... the saint tropez was also perfect. The olive oils were so tasty that we ended up buying some to take home. I would definitely come here if you have a chance. It was such a highlight of our trip. read more

Oliviera - Salad in front. Goat cheese with eggplant mixed and grilled peppers in the second dish. - Mediterranean Near Me - Nice, 06

This location came highly recommended from a family friend as a must visit while in Nice. Located in the Old Town area and closed Sunday/Monday. We had the opportunity to eat here twice. We made a reservation for both visits. If you don't have a reservation, you will only get a table if there are no shows. Secondly, cash only location. No credit cards accepted. My wife and I were very impressed with the location, with the food and the owner/ wait staff. We chose to sit outside to people watch and we were glad we did. Both times, our neighboring tables, we had some great conversations with them. For the meal, the owner will bring you a one page menu and explain each and every dish. It's a farm to table experience. Everything is very fresh and natural. Now, when talking about the olive oils they offer, the owner will bring your dish with his recommendation of oils to top the dish. Even dessert! The bread is free flowing and overall, the dishes were awesome. Some of the best food we have ever experienced. We had wine with one meal and beer with the other. When we return to Nice, this will be the first place we dine. Need to make a reservation first! read more

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One of the best showcase of what fresh produce and olive oil can do and stand on its own. It's fairly simple rustic fare where the star is the olive oil and the supporting cast is of the freshest ingredients. The zucchini flower salad (5/5) was one of the freshest salads I've ever had. The lasagna (4/5) was filling and delicious. Probably one of the best lasagnas I've had. The stuffed vegetables with ground beef (4/5) was one of the better ones I had in souther France though not the best. Service got a little slow as it's just the owner and they got backed up in the kitchen. The only real disappointing thing was the owner informed us 1 hour into the meal he ran out of our desired pasta dish which he should have been able to anticipate by the time he had taken our order. Nonetheless, I'd go back here! read more

I've been wanting to finish my review at Olivieria since I've been back from France. It's way overdue, but here it is!!! I absolutely adore this place! Out of all places, this was the most memorable in all aspects of my taste buds! A MUST if you're in NICE! The owner, Nadiu, spoke English and was super helpful and knowledgeable of everything that evolves around olives and of course, the menu! The place is small and fits around 4-5 parties inside and a couple outside (call ahead for reservation). I love that their kitchen is literally in the restaurant where you can smell everything, it's really an aroma pleasure! High praises to the chef working here solo! Everything came out quick and delicious, unbelievable! The menu changes monthly depending what's in season. So you know that you are getting the freshest ingredients possible! I posted a photo of the December 2011 menu that I had the pleasure of doing a tasting on since I had a party of 6. Mozzarella Buffala OMG, this was sooo fresh! It's one of the best I had ANYWHERE! If you love burrata, you have to get this. I was in LOVE! Avocat Loco This is their version of guacamole salad. My new found friend, Nadiu, challenged one of the girls from Mexico at our table to compare it their guacamole. She had humbly admit that this was some pretty excellent guacamole! The guacamole comes on top of a slice of apple and fresh spring mix, the paring is unbelievable! Tartare Mediterranee Another unbelievable dish! For those not afraid to eat raw beef, it's a MUST! This was my favorite out of all the entrees. It comes mixed with an explosion of flavors, a side of potatoes, and a pairing sauce. Cannot even describe how good it is! Lasagne au Potiron on Ragu Pumpkin Lasagna...I don't even remember if there was any meat in here. The dish was light and healthy alternative to your typical Lasagna. This is not my style of dish, but it was still very good. Raviolis Nicois Another light dish! This was a perfect balance of mini ravioli and their tomato sauce, yum. I don't recall what was inside the Raviolis. Sorry, it's been almost 3 months! Linguini al Pesto The noodles have pesto in them, so it'll come out green! I don't really remember the dish too much, but still good. Braised Beef This was not on the menu, but I'm glad we ordered it. The beef was soo tender! It came with a potato mix and a carrot. The dish was full of flavor, so it was a great pairing it with the pasta dishes. Yum! Tiramisu OMG! This was sooo good and Nadiu was so generous with the portion since he knew we were all sharing! If you can imagine the perfect layer of Tiramusi, this is it! All the dishes were amazing, but what really topped it off was the olive oil dressed on top of each dish. Nadiu used a different olive oil on each dish beginning with the fresh bread we got to the Tiramisu. Yes, you read correctly....olive oil on top of the Tiramisu! Who would've known?! I couldn't be happier and I hope one day soon that I can return and try their menu again. Fellow Yelpers, please review this place so I can live vicarious through you and be transported back to this lovely little restaurant! *They are located a little bit of out of the main shopping area, but it's only a 5-10min walk. Plus, there's a lot of local shops where you can find better deals on clothing and jewelry. Please try and enjoy! You'll fall in love like I did, till next time! read more

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ABSOLUTELY INCREDIBLE!! Eating at Oliviera was the culinary highlight of my visit to Nice and definitely one of my favorite dining experiences in general. The head chef and owner of the restaurant is so extremely passionate about his food and the olive oils that go best with each dish, inspiring all patrons in gluttonous merriment. He personally goes around the restaurant explaining each dish with colorful stories of local produce and matching olive oils, adding a special touch to the experience. We had made reservations via email, but even though the owner could not find the last confirmation email, he accommodated us. You definitely need to make reservations! The restaurant is located off a tiny street in old town and is so unassuming from the outside, you wouldn't know of its praise without advance research. From inside, it feels like you're in someone's kitchen as a welcomed guest. The ambience is casual, friendly, and intimate, with room for only about 18-20 guests. The aubergine appetizer, cannelloni main, ravioli main, and tiramisu were all fantastic. We polished off all the plates and sauce with extra bread! I don't even like tiramisu, and I loved this dessert. That is how incredible the food is here. I was also surprised how much a sweet olive oil could enhance the flavor of the dessert. Previously I had only thought of olive oil as salad dressing or cooking pasta! I left the restaurant with 2 bottles of the special Nice olive oil with "almond" flavor. So good! To top off the whole experience, the food and wine were both very reasonably priced!! A MUST! read more

Oliviera - Menu May 2013 - Mediterranean Near Me - Nice, 06

Oui oui, c'est très bon ici! Loved this place. It's not particularly French, but I love the Italian/Mediterranean influence here, especially the olive oil! Huge cans of them from different regions and the owner chats about the dishes, oils and what his produce finds are from that morning. They are child friendly too - one of the few with a high chair and baby books! Back to the food - sooo good. Had a baba ganoush type starter while hubby had a fresh tomato dish. For our mains, I loved my stuffed eggplant and hubby's pasta and pesto was delicious. Bread was warm and fresh, and of course served with olive oil. The only downside is that it's slow, but almost everyone seems to be on vacation so it's all good! Costs about 30-35 euros a person without wine. read more

Oliviera - Fresh produce used in their dishes - Mediterranean Near Me - Nice, 06

So glad the restaurant we planned on eating at was closed!!! We settled on Oliviera after searching for a substitute. We sat down at one of the outdoor tables and were told by a nice man that they were reserved. Hearts in our hands we began to leave, until we were told we could sit inside. Yes! Especially considering it is an open air room with views of the stunningly small kitchen and street views! We were sat next to a 4 top of Americans, and we were all treated to the owner, Nadim's explanation of his restaurant. Oliviera's is a olive oil pairing restaurant. Nadim makes his own olive oil, and each one is served with the different dishes that are created by the 3 person kitchen, using fresh ingredients from the market. Btw, the market in Nice is exceptional. We shared the Zucchini blossom salad as a starter. It was filled with chopped vegetables and drizzled with olive oil tableside by Nadim. For an entrée I had the zucchini lasagna and my husband had the lentils with sausage. Again, Nadim was there to share his knowledge of olive oil and dress the plates (black and green olive oils this time). One of the best food experiences I've ever had! To complete your meal, make sure you pick out your favorite olive oil to bring home! read more

Oliviera - Zucchini blossom salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Nice, 06

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An olive oil based restaurant. It was a lovely, home-cooked meal. The owner was very nice and made us feel right at home. While it was a very nice experience, i thought the cold eggplant appetizer would be better hot. The rest of the meal was very nice. I especially liked the tiramisu with olive oil. It tastes better than it sounds. This dessert was better than the desserts I had at a 2 Michelin starred restaurant that I went to in Nice the night after. read more

Oliviera - Tiramisu with fermented olive "juice" - Mediterranean Near Me - Nice, 06

Recommended by Rick Steves, I added this to our itinerary and loved it. This is the wine tasting of olive oils. They prepare seasonal dishes that pair with each of their olive oils. The service - excellent. I believe it was the owner, Nadim, that made us feel at home and spoke perfect English since he had lived in the US in the past. After struggling to speak french elsewhere, it's nice to have a spot to just come in, eat great food and not have to worry about mispronouncing the french language. read more

Loved this place! The restaurant is small, so make sure you book ahead. A number of people tried to walk in while we were there and they were turned away. Luckily this place was recommended to us and was just down the road from where we were staying in the Old Town. The owner instantly makes you feel welcome and it is very clear from the beginning that he is passionate about food and olive oil. There isn't a huge menu but you can tell that the menu depends on the fresh produce that is available. After hearing about each dish, we had trouble choosing so opted to order more and share it. We were glad we did, otherwise there would have been some serious food envy. The food is amazing, each and every dish we had. The owner lovingly matched each dish with a healthy serving of different olive oils. Yum! My favourite was the feta and fig salad. Would love to go back if I get the chance. Will be checking out his website to order some olive oil in the meantime. read more

Oliviera - Feta and fig salad - with gorgeous olive oil of course! - Mediterranean Near Me - Nice, 06

Everything you could hope for from a bistro in Nice. One of my favorite lunches of all time. Genuine pride in their menu and food preparation. Freshest of ingredients, simple and rustic menu, and just unbelievably good home cooked french food. A must go if you can only dine at one place for lunch. Everything from the bread to the olive oil to the rose was just delicious. The waiter was probably the owner - seems like a family run business. He was so adorable and lovely. Attentive to customers, explained the history behind the olive oils, and genuine foodie. We loved it here and would absolutely go back next time we are here! read more

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Best meal of my life... I promise, I'm not exaggerating! I was almost brought to tears. This place is a must-visit if you're staying in Nice. The constantly revolving menu was filled with simple, homely, yet unbelievably delicious options! All of the food is prepared to order, with incredible attention to detail, and the olive oils only enhance the explosion of flavors on your palette. Nadim is so passionate about your experience (and yes, this is an experience, not just a meal). He'll provide a lot of information about the oils that he has you taste, and Regine is a magician in the kitchen! The rustic, homely feel to the restaurant only enhances your meal. We spent an entire month in Spain, France and Italy, yelping every single meal to ensure that we were hitting the authentic spots and avoiding tourist traps, and this was hands down the very best meal we had. Trust me, it had some tough competition... This place is cash only, but worth every penny (and very reasonable considering the quality of the food). read more

We had the most memorable meal here just a week ago! My friend and I were able to grab a table for lunch (though I would recommend making a reservation if you want to secure a table!) on our last day in Nice. In fact, this meal was so enjoyable, we didn't mind that we missed our train to Barcelona because of lunch! When we walked in, we were instantly greeted by the chef/owner, who remembered us from the night before-- we had walked in without a reservation, and he had to tell us that the restaurant was full. The place is small, open-aired but cute! The owner clearly takes pride in what he does and is more than happy to tell people about his restaurant and the variety of olive oils that he keeps. He explained that he always personally picked olive oils locally in France each year-- the next new batch would be introduced in November. Him and his wife both work in the kitchen and serve the guests. He was finishing up that day's menu, as we walked around the small restaurant. Since we were pressed for time and had been snacking all morning, we just ordered 2 dishes-- the Aubergine Oliviera (10 euros) and Tomates Confites aux Haricots (14 euros). We also ordered a glass of wine :). While we were waiting for the food to be prepared, the owner brought out bread and some olive oil for dipping. He explained to us where the olive oil was from and challenged us to figure out what fruit it tasted like. When the food was ready, he owner put the plates in front of us and then drizzled the accompanying olive oils on top. OMG that aubergine was SOOO good. I couldn't resist making a "mmm" sound after every bite, it was THAT good. I cleaned up that dish with a piece of bread. My friend's favorite was the tomato dish-- the tomatoes had been marinating for hours in olive oil and came out very tender-- the meat of the tomato easily separated from the skin. The tomatoes were topped with green beans, and of course, more olive oil. Awesome. My friend ended up buying a bottle of olive oil (the first one we tried which had, as she correctly guessed, hints of banana) to take back with her for 24 euros-- he fills it up in a wine bottle, corks it, and wraps it so it's good for traveling. I would not hesitate to come back here if I'm ever in Nice! Next time, I'd definitely make a dinner reservation. Oh yes, and I'll come with an empty stomach and plenty of time. :) read more

...that tiramisu, tho! It deserves five stars on its own. The best food I'd had in Nice, by far. And one of the most memorable meals on my three-week trip through the south. The owner is a character, is fluent in English, and extremely hospitable while also teaching you about the subtleties of French olive oils. The aubergine, yes, the aubergine, is fantastic, and you will be buying a bottle of the Boutellian to make it at home with (recipe on the website). I know I did. Actually, I bought three, so that I could recreate my three favorite dishes. Except the special oil he put on top of the tiramisu, which, unfortunately, he did not have enough of to sell. Alors. If you do buy oils, buy the large (1L) bottles. That may seem like a lot at the time, but it's only been two months since my visit and my 500ml bottles are running dangerously low. They do ship to the states, but the postage is very expensive. Yet, I may still consider it when the new crop comes in. read more

This restaurant certainly lives up to its name. Even from the street one can see vats, bottles, and trays of olive oil. I can tell throughout the evening the patrons take full advantage of that fact! The owner seems to also be the lively and enthusiastic waiter. He speaks great english and is ready to recommend the freshest haul from the market paired with just the right oil. I recommend the avocado salad and the beef tartare. read more

Oliviera - Avocado salad - Mediterranean Near Me - Nice, 06

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So I'm always a bit leery of things that are rated as 5 stars on Yelp. I've given a few myself but ever the cynic, I assume I should always lower my expectations when I give one of these places a try. Well, in my humble opinion, Oliviera is worth the hype. Food was a 4.5 but I'm going to round up because the concept and owner were both so great. We arrived promptly at our reservation time and were surprised that there were no other patrons but the owner greeted us and said we could sit where we pleased. He came by a few minutes later to hand us the menus and go through everything. At first glance the menu isn't much to look at. There were only a handful of starters, a handful of mains and one dessert. The wine list was the same. However, at the end of his introduction we were practically drooling. The menu did not have any fancy descriptors or list out multiple ingredients because the owner wants to carefully explain each dish in his own way. He literally paints a picture for you and you are shocked at how simple but delicious everything sounded. We let him know that we like Bordeaux and Cabernet and asked that he surprise us with the wine while we decided on our meal. During his greeting another table arrived and took their seats. We then noticed a few tables try and come in but he kindly sent them away and said the restaurant was fully booked. Over the course of the night we realised that he staggers his bookings between 7 and 9 (maybe 2-3 arriving each half hour) so that he can personally get each of the tables started. He only does one seating so if you arrive at 7, you are never hurried out, you have the table all evening. Back to the main event though. For our dishes we ordered the Aubergine Oliviera, Avocat Loco, and the Raviolis Nicois. I'm not sure what kind of wine he brought (it was some kind of seasonal red) but it was really nice. He also brought by a basket of bread and his original olive oil from Nice. The oil was nice and light but nothing too out of the ordinary. Next our aubergine starter arrived. There was nothing fancy about the presentation (pureed eggplant with thinly sliced red pepper) but oh my heavens. Before we dug in he drizzled another kind of olive oil over the top (I think the Vallee des Baux) and we set the work. It was just delicious. Very simple ingredients so your taste buds weren't torn between conflicting flavours. We actually scraped the last of the dip with our bread to make sure nothing was wasted. At this point the restaurant had filled up with the rest of the bookings so he was having to run from table to table but was happy to swing by when we needed more wine/bread/etc. A bit later our avocado starter and ravioli arrived. The avocado dish had mashed avocado in the center with tomato slices on the side, asparagus, radish, green apple and a few other fresh veggies. The ravioli was very simple with the pasta and small amount of chunky tomato sauce. Once again he drizzled olive oil over the top of both dishes and again, we were shocked at the simple goodness of everything. The avocado dish was so fresh and paired well with the crunchy fruit and veggies. The ravioli was not drenched in the sauce so you had a great balance of pasta with tomato which was again really fresh and delicious with the olive oil. As we were finishing our food I was sad at the thought of the experience being over so we asked him to bring an order of Mozzarella Buffala, It came out in no time and after letting him drizzle another kind of olive oil (he seriously is passionate about it) we dug in. The tomatoes slices were so thick and might have been pulled off the vine out back - they were that fresh. So juicy with just a hint of sweetness. And the mozzarella? Possibly the best I have had. Extremely creamy taste and lovely texture. Our experience at Oliviera was a slam dunk. Was it the best meal I have ever had? No. Was it one of the freshest and most unique? Definitely. As long as you are not pressed for time, Oliviera is a MUST TRY. read more

Great lunch! Fresh - Flavorful - Authentic. The owner was very passionate and knowledgeable. Tiny little place and happy we made a reservation ahead of time. read more

Oliviera - Mediterranean Near Me - Nice, 06

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This is one place where the Yelp review lives up to its five star rating. Make your reservation now! From the moment we walked in all the way through to our farewell our group of four the experience was absolutely enchanting and entertaining. It's a small restaurant with maybe only eight or nine tables so a reservation is highly recommended. We were fortunate because someone didn't show up for their reservation and it was 30 minutes passed the booking time so he happily sat us after confirming that he'd waited an appropriate amount of time. The restaurant owner oversees the front of the house in a way that makes you feel as if you've been invited to a friend's home and that particular friend is the best host you've ever met. One of our party was concerned because the menu was quite small but as I suspected what's on the menu is done very well. The menu being all in French we were struggling but Nadim immediately recognized our distressed and comforted us with a promise to explain everything before we could even ask. He walked us through the entire menu suggesting his favorites which were spot on. Due to the size of the menu in relation to our party we were able try most of the offerings. We started with entrées (what Americans call appetizers) ordering the guacamole and the figs with cheese. He brought out a few special olive oils for the bread and starters. Then he told us a story about the figs explaining that figs shouldn't travel more than 10 miles from their source in order to ensure their flavors. Before this meal I disliked figs because they were bitter and bland back home but this meal changed my mind. They were ripe and sweet and behaved like a spread over the cheese which wasn't overbearing instead it was mild and creamy like a goat's cheese but tasted like soft cow's milk. The complexity from start, mid and end remained heavenly. The guacamole was possibly better than mine with the perfect blend of spices and herbs. We ordered everything on the short but delicious menu. I would go back to Nice just to eat at Oliviera's again. It was a wonderful experience from service to food to the memories we have now because this wonderful man started a restaurant in Nice. read more

The host, the food, the olive oils and the simple yet charming interior make this place a great place to have a nice French meal. We had the homemade sausages and the beef stew and both were very great. We regret not ordering the avocado starter, but the aubergine we had was super tasty as well. Highly recommended if you're up for a cozy French experience read more

One of those places from our trip to France that I will remember forever! We came in for lunch and I wish I could have found time to come back for dinner. This tiny spot serves authentic Nicoise eats served with plenty of commentary from the owner. We had a stuffed pepper and some tartar and shared tomatoes as an appetizer that were to-die for. Each dish gets drizzled with a generous dose of olive oil after being served that the owner paired based on the dish. If you are in Nice you must check out this spot. I hope to be back some day! Oh, but remember that they only take cash. read more

Our friend told us it was one of his best meals ever there. We had to try , we were not disappointed. It's in old town Nice. The ambience is casual and very homely. The owner , I think, this very nice gentleman greeted us and served us the whole time. He explained in great details where the ingredients and olive oil come from, and each dish had its own olive oil pairing. The main attraction is the freshest vegetables prepared in simple yet tasty ways. Best vegetables dishes I've had for sure. The avocat salad is hands down the best! read more

Oliviera - Avocat Salad. Best salad ever. - Mediterranean Near Me - Nice, 06

Absolutely loved this place! We came here on the recommendation of TripAdvisor and we were not disappointed. The best meal we had in Nice and the prices are very fair. This is hands down a MUST if you are in Nice. The place is run by Nadim and his wife who is the chef du jour. The fare is mediterranean/Italian. Nadim is extremely passionate about his food and his olive oil. He takes the time to chat with each guest and explain each flavor of each dish on the menu. Once you receive your food, he pairs each dish with a different olive oil that is intended to enhance your dining experience. We ordered 2 salads and 2 pasta dishes. The food tastes amazing and all the ingredients are so fresh. Make sure to make a reservation, I reserved about a month ahead. Leave plenty of time for dinner as it takes several hours (they cook everything to serve). I would without a doubt come back here again if ever Nice. Don't miss out on this place!!! read more

Don't miss Oliviera in Nice old town, very good quality food, fantastic olive oils to taste and to buy. The owner is a very kind person and really passionate of quality Warmly recommended by Nicehomerenting read more

I've never written a bad review but the owner here is rude and I hope he was just having an off day because I was recommended to go here. I was told I don't need reservations on a weekday by one of their staff members when we walked by. About an hour later, I got there and the man said I needed reservations. I told him that it was just me and I wanted a quick bite and he said that all the tables (9 empty) would be fully seated in 10 minutes. I told him I would love to see that happen so after 12 minutes 8 tables were still empty. He asked me "when they come what should I do kick them out?" I told him it's just me and I would leave if that happened. He said "You did not believe me and I wouldn't even want to serve you if I had room", this is plain rude and of course I don't believe you, each table had 4 seats, you're telling me 32-36 people would pop up in 10 minutes and I as one person won't be able to eat? I waited an extra 2 minutes and it didn't happen. Customer service is not a thing here as it is in many other restaurants I've been. If you need reservations that's understandable but DON'T say all the tables will fill up in 10 minutes when that is nearly impossible. Also, you can update your website/trip advisor/Yelp to indicate a reservation is required! And tell your staff to do the same! read more

Checked out this place after reading all the reviews here on yelp and I agree with all the 5 stars given to this restaurant. Not only is the food great, but the owner/host makes it a memorable experience. There are about 7 tables so make sure to make a reservation. In France your dining experience is never rushed and you basically have the table for the whole night. I ordered the sausage for my main meal and tiramisu for dessert. In line with the name of the restaurant, the owner will walk around and pour suggested olive oil on top on your meal, even the tiramisu. Love it and if I'm ever back in Nice, I will definitely go back. read more

The dinner we had here was one of my best dinners of my life. We started with olive oil and it tastes so delicious. Then we had avocado salad top of an apple which is the most delicious dish of night. I ordered ravioli with meat and my husband atet cannelloni. We ended the night with tiramisu with olive oil again. They had different olive oils for different meals and after each meal the owner comes with an oil in his hand. :) They uses the local olive oils of the same year as they say. We dipped our tiramisu to olive oil and surprisingly it was delicious. Also they sell olive oils through their website. The owner (at the same time he serves meals) speaks French (off course), English and Italian. It is a small place with 6 tables. I strongly recommend this place. read more

So sad...wanted to love this place but the food isn't good enough to justify the wait time. My husband and I waited 1.5 hours for our meal because he messed up our order (it's a small restaurant...how do you mess it up in the first place?) then he said he'd get a specific olive oil for my dish and didn't come until another 15 min later when I was already halfway done. In my mind, if you've already apologized for a mistake, you should be more attentive the second time around. The food is good but honestly, it's really pricey and not THAT good. read more

Stopped into Oliviera for lunch and had a great quiet, Saturday meal. I had the pumpkin lasagna, and it tasted very homemade. It had cubes of pumpkin, softened onions, spinach, and ricotta cheese with a lovely tomato sauce. Fresh, mediterranean flavors throughout! I was able to sample a few olive oils, and they were all delicious as well. Fruity and nutty. Washed it down with a glass of red wine, and life is good. :) P.S. The owner was waiting on tables, and he was so welcoming and kind. Makes it hard to dislike this place!! read more

You should be highly disappointed with yourself if you visit Nice and don't eat here. This was the most unique, special dinner we had during this trip to Europe. We learned about growing olives and got to sample several oils before even ordering. I ordered a pesto dish and it was amazing. The restaurant is a tiny quaint space with the kitchen fully viewable from your table. It did take a few extra minutes to find since it's slightly hidden from any major streets. Truly a hidden gem. I am sad I can't eat here every day. read more

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