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    The Olive Branch

    3.5 (299 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    THE OLIVE BRANCH ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Suzanne S.

    The food was great! I have no complaints! My steak & fries were delicious today! Also I'm always willing to give a new server the benefit of doubt. But I had to ask for my salad. She said "she didn't know salad came out first"!!? I learned that when I was a server, first day! She mentioned that she works breakfast and lunch, but even with that you get salad or soup it always comes out first. So I didn't worry too much about that but then it took forever to get our food. I had to ask for a refill in a "to go" cup. Then she proceeded to tell us how they give her free food & the meal that my husband just paid almost $20 for, "she can get free anytime she wants"! That is not something you should tell a customer who's just paid $20 for their meal. I'm not real happy with this place right now. We do love the food and will probably try again. I gave it three stars because the other person that was working here was nice. The food was wonderful and the atmosphere is ok. It's always a bit cold but other than that, The best part about this restaurant is that the food is delicious. One thing I'd like to say is that this new server (*we know that because she told us she was new. She has been here about two weeks). She was over in the corner, eating and drinking in front of us & chewing and just sitting there while we were waiting for our salad and food forever. When I worked at a restaurant, we weren't allowed to do that. One last thing, that my husband and I would both like to say is that there was some kind of an art show going on after we sat down and had already ordered. And there were people standing around our table, taking art up and down off the wall and walking around us closely. They were talking around us closely and all of that and it was just kind of annoying... when we were having a nice dinner and there was like nobody there when we walked in. It was really weird to have an art show going on during the height of dinner time when we were there at 4:30 in the afternoon and we're leaving at 5:15 PM. There were other tables of people sitting against the wall, who were even more annoyed because people were much closer than grabbing pictures of the wall right next to them. But again, I will say the food was wonderful

    Maple Bacon Chicken Biscuit
    Jill C.

    Very tasty brunch spot! We came without a reservation on a Saturday morning and I thought it would be hopeless but they worked it out for us. Very kind and accommodating staff. The biscuit was a stunner - and I know my biscuits! I got the maple fried chicken biscuit entree and it was everything I was hoping for. Large flaky biscuit with fried chicken and runny egg, perfection. We sat outside which was warm but doable. Inside would have been cooler but we came without a reservation so we were willing to go wherever! I'll go back for that biscuit anytime! Picnic table outside could use cushions - painful to sit on for more than a bit.

    Fried chicken biscuit Brisket skillet
    Sarah W.

    Delicious brunch menu. We shared the brisket skillet and fried chicken biscuit. I wish the brisket was a little more tender and that the maple butter on the biscuit had a little stronger maple flavor, but would get both of those items again. The chocolate croissant was good but nothing out of this world. The place is big and open. It seemed like they could fit more seating in the dining room, especially considering the wait was 20+min. Staff was friendly and attentive.

    Cute little Instagram wall at the entrance.
    Kimberly B.

    The service, (Leah and Kiara took very good care of me) and the "non-chain restaurant look" was nice. It had the feel of Saturday Brunch with the music and how busy it was. I didn't mind waiting 45 minutes for my table for 1. I ordered The Farmer's Hash. Which is a sausage, potato, a few veggies, and egg bowl. Here's what I wish my bowl had. Crispy potatoes, grilled sausage (the sausage had the texture of being boiled), and brought to me steaming hot. The flavor was just okay because it was warm and not hot. The entire bowl's texture was soft. Soft potatoes, soft sausage, mixed with eggs over easy. It all felt the same while chewing. The croissant was okay. A little doughy in the middle so I removed that part, but the rest good. The combination of the Croissant and the Hash was a 6 out of 10.

    Grilled cheese
    Julie B.

    Came in for a late lunch. Needed some comfort food and the grilled cheese and a oat milk latte did the trick. IKIK. Oat milk then a full load of cheese on bread. Like I said I needed comfort food. The sweet potatoes fries were cooked just right. My daughter got the chicken pesto penne and loved it. Chicken was cooked just right.

    Mimosa flight
    D. A.

    The mimosa flight and sparkling rose wine were excellent compliments to our pancakes, home fries, and hot chicken breakfast wrap. The food, music, and price were spot on.

    Charles L.

    Fantastic - Really! - Breakfast delivered by Uber Eats this am. Why fantastic? Scrambled eggs were fluffy and must have been 2 large eggs. Breakfast potatoes were plentiful and soft on the inside and properly crispy on the inside. The sausage patty was the size of a small hamburger and was perfectly char-grilled and really tasty. I ordered a side of bacon and it was some of the best bacon I have eaten in the last several months, four large pieces, and not overly fatty. Just good, crispy bacon cooked perfectly. I also selected a biscuit instead of toast and it was a fluffy, oversized biscuit that was delicious. Again, a fantastic breakfast. I will be taking out from this restaurant again soon.

    Pork belly and cheese grits

    Phenomenal Sunday brunch! Expect a wait or be there to get in line when they open. Well worth the wait, just be prepared or come early. Super friendly staff from hostess to waitress. Would love to sit outside next time but big back me was hungry and took first available. Pork belly and grits, bennies, cinnamon bites, and chefs omelette (chicken, feta, etc) that day. All very good and large portions. STOP here and try it! 5 people, food, mimosas, and 3 kids drinks $93. Reasonable for what you get.

    Toast with avocado spread, fried egg over easy, topped with cherry tomatoes and arugula. Balsamic drizzled over the top.

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    3 months ago

    Great location, ample parking. Good menu selection. Coffee was really good. Pasties VERY GOOD.

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    One of my favorite brunch spots! Their sandwiches are so amazing. Coffee is delicious. Service is always great. One of my go to spots!

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    7 months ago

    Love the food and the wait staff are amazing. But the hostess the past two times we have went has not been very accommodating.

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    Breakfast is great but lunch was mediocre at best with very poor service. Definitely return for breakfast but not for lunch.

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    Do they take reservations?

    No - first come first serve. They are quick and there is extra seating upstairs. Great place, great food!

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