I have been here several times and had nice 3-4 star meals and service. Dinner most recently was very disappointing. I had the red snapper special. The fish was covered in fish skin and the portion was so small that I felt I needed to order another selection. The sides were two bites of wilted spinach and less than 3 bites of white rice. So disappointing from a place that usually has good food and reasonably sized portions. The server also slopped sauce on herself while balancing two entree dishes in her arm and served the plate with sauce all over the plate rim. When it was time for dessert she threw a menu on the table and returned several minutes later and seemed put out to be asked what the special selections of the day were. Less than adequate service and a tiny sloppily presented entree. Doubt that I bother going to Wild Olive on my next visit. read more

Best pasta I've had in a long time. (And I eat a lot of pasta.) Went here for a wedding rehearsal dinner a couple of nights ago. The service was amazing. The food was to die for. Great experience. read more

For a restaurant in Crestview, this place is outstanding. Great food, nice atmosphere, and great service. I was not disappointed and will be going back! read more

This is one of the best breakfast places I have been to. The food was excellent and the server Kesha was accommodating, funny and very attentive. We are here from Pa and we have been to some delicious places in the city and this food rivals it. Thank you for an excellent experience! read more

My family and I have been there on several occasions both for lunch and dinner. I wish they had a slightly bigger lunch menu since we thought the dinner prices where a bit to high for crestview. The staff is always amazingly accomidating and it has always been clean when we went. The food is usually ok however the last time we went for lunch my sons burger was WAY over seasoned hence he didn't eat it but he is a big fan of the fries and bread but I don't go to a restaurant to eat fries. read more

The best locally owned place in Crestview. I enjoy their salads and sandwiches. I highly recommend their fish sandwich (blackened) or their turkey - bacon - gouda. It's three only place I take business guest when they visit read more

The wild olive is a wonderful place to eat, especially if you're looking for something fresh and delicious. I didn't expect to find a place like this is crestview, it's completely different than anything else available here. There's even a beautiful herb garden right in front of the restaurant that fills the air with delightful smells. The owner greeted us as soon as we entered and had our table ready for our part very quickly. The waiter was very attentive and took care of everything and made great recommendations. I had the chicken Tuscana and it was delicious. My husband had the burger and let me taste and it was amazing. Everyone complaining about the prices needs to remember that you pay for what you get and I'd rather spend extra to get fresh good food. read more

My family stopped here on our way back home from destin. Everything that we ordered was fresh and homemade. The service was great!

ALWAYS a great meal and worth the cost of anything ordered on the Menu. The Iced Tea is fresh brewed and amazing. I feel you can always tell a great place by the quality of even the small things, like their Tea. I've eaten here many times and have never in all honesty been disappointed. They take pride in what they serve and it shows. Delicious every time! read more

In the past I have enjoyed great dishes from their food-truck. I finally had the opportunity to visit their restaurant, and I ordered the chicken and waffles. It was delicious at a very reasonable price. The service was also great. I highly recommend this restaurant. You won't be disappointed. read more

This is Crestview, after all, and the pickings are slim. However, the Wild Olive has good food and hospitality. We went here as a small group and took advantage of the price fix menu which was a very good deal. After a long day, an adult beverage would have been nice, but alas this is not the place. read more

One of the best meals I've had in 2014. The bacon wrapped jalopenos are a must and the filet mignon was cooked to perfection. I HIGHLY recommend. You pay for what you are getting. It is expensive, but worth every penny. read more

It took my wife and I three years before we finally decided to try Wild Olive and I have to admit I'm ashamed it took that long! Hands down the best restaurant in the area! From above and beyond great customer service to even more amazing food! Wether you are just stopping by or live in the area you have to try it! read more

Carrot cake is great and the stake. Try this place for lunch yummy. This is our date night place on Tuesday. The specials are always the best thing. The staff help make our meals there wonderful. Ask for Bear he is the best server there he gets 5 stars and a snap all by himself. read more

Started with the crab cakes which were fantastic. Lots of crab and not much filler. I split the special and it was great! We will probably go back soon! read more

It doesn't get much better than the Wild Olive. The service and quality of food are both amazing. Their dishes are both creative and delicious. The ambiance is perfect for date nights or special events. Wonderful place! read more

Food taste, portion size, and service is spectacular. My wife and I have been many times and have yet to find something to complain about. Highly recommended. read more

My husband got the iron bowl with the bread of the morning, fried banana bread, and I got the shrimp and grits. Both were delicious!! Will be coming back again. Keisha's service was an amazing! read more

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The best dinning experience I have had in this area! By far. Charming and quaint. I felt like I was invited to dinner at a friend's house - for a well thought out dinner with my every need in mind. Fresh ingredients, full of flavor, and proper execution! I could taste the fresh herbs. Please try the chowder; and the bread. They are both amazing; full of flavor. Even more amazing when the bread is dipped in the chowder. Calamari was light and crispy. My husband had the filet and was very impressed. I opted for a pasta dish as did my dad and we were both very happy. Yes, it is a bit of A drive for many of us. However, it is worth the trip to Crestview. You must try this restaurant! Oh, by the way, the desserts look amazing. read more

When you are out having a nice dinner its nice to have a glass of wine too though I don't usually enbibe. When I would dine there a few years back they ignored me when I asked if they had a corking service as if that was a sin to even ask. This place only seems so great because its the only nice restaurant around for at least 65 miles and they have a lot of clout in they main church in the area which counts for a lot in the small town panhandle. The owner was actually nosy enough to ask me once who it was i had lunch with after i was leaving. Their business is to feed people not start a gossip column about their guests. The place is cute and the food is good. read more

Outstanding service, dinner, and desserts! I had the down south burger and my wife had the chicken tortellini. For dessert we shared the cream brûlée and carrot cake which were both homemade and phenomenal. For the life of me I cannot remember our waitresses name but she was very personable, outgoing, and made our first experience at the wild olive a great one! Will be back! read more

Holy Sh*t!!! This place is unbelievably incredible. We were visiting family in town & slipped away for a quiet lunch. I had the fried chicken sandwich that was on special. The chicken was juicy, the slaw was crunchy with the right amount of tang. The Gouda Cheese Grits were so creamy n the Gouda flavor permeated every bite! My wife had the fancy chicken sandwich with the homemade fries. The chicken in her's was awesome as well, but surprisingly not the same as in mine. To make two different fried chickens for a lunch menu is quite unusual. The honey mustered on her sandwich was great, not overly sweet like most. Service was great. Server had half the Resturant & still stopped by 3-4 times in the 40min we were there to check on us. The water glasses got topped off promptly. read more

If you ever find yourself in Crestview FL looking for breakfast then this is the place to go. Shrimp and Gouda grits, chicken and waffles, thick slices of bacon and so much more. Friendly staff and great service. read more

The atmosphere is wonderful with good music in the background. The staff is courteous and customer-oriented. The food is not only gourmet but excellent. I wish they carry house wine. read more

Great atmosphere, great service, great food. We had the deviled eggs for starters--delicious! Highly recommend! The fish chowder that my husband had with his meal ("soup of the moment") was more of a bisque than what I normally call a chowder, but so good. I had the shrimp and grits and my husband had the grouper and grits special. Both were very good. My husband loved the butter sauce that topped his grits. We splurged and ordered desserts--creme brûlée (big enough to share) and the cinnamon bread pudding. Again, both were very yummy. Overall, a great experience. Thanks, Wild Olive! read more

Amazing restaurant. Our family has ordered different things each time we've gone and have yet to get food we don't like. Brunch menu is also amazing. Very comfortable, family friendly location that has inside and outside seating. Desserts are amazing as well read more

This is the best place to enjoy a meal in crestview. The service is the bomb. The food is excellent!!!!

This place couldnt be bad if it tried. Lemme explain. So i walk in and it's super busy, wait a few and seated. My waitress comes over takes drink order and food order. Can i have a side salad? She delivers the salad but forgets the flatware. Im looking for her but she has a busy party shes attending to. So out of the side of my eye another customer(thank you sweet lady) flagged her waitress down and told her i didnt have any. the waitress came over and brought me what i needed. they then delivered warm bread. followed by my mahi sandwich which i thought by the size of it was a little small. trust me when i tell you looks are deceiving, the sandwich was excellent and a perfect portion. Even though my waitress came by a couple of times, other waitresses were more than attentive. The food alone is worth the visit, but the service is impeccable and a cherry on top. read more

I love this place! There is nothing else like it in Crestview! Food is fantastic & I appreciate that it's upscale, not the same old things you can get everywhere else around here. Some of my favorites: - Shrimp & Smoked Gouda Cheese Grits - amazing! - Fried Green Tomatoes - this "ain't yo mama's" version - Roman Chicken Tortellini - wonderful - Buffalo Chicken Salad - a tear-jerker, but delicious - Creme Brulee - This is the real reason I eat there. Good luck finding this elsewhere! - Filet Mignon w/Garlic Mashed Potatoes & Wilted Spinach Menu changes often, but I've never had anything there that wasn't incredible, & I've fine-dined all over the world. Service is excellent & the owners are super people - usually found seating, serving, bussing tables, whatever is needed. Do yourself a favor & drop in, if you haven't! read more

Great restaurant, quick seating, helpful waiters, great food. Have been there for both lunch and dinner. This past Saturday, drove the 60 miles to eat again at The Wild Olive. Had their Ribeye steak, cooked to perfection. Service excellent, side dishes were mashed red potatoes and grilled broccoli. No room for desert, but had to get carry-out of red velvet cheesecake. Dare you to look at their desert cooler at front door and resist. Next visit got to try their fish of the day and either bread pudding or carrot cake for desert. You will not go wrong with any item on their menu. Sure beats the heck out of "chain-restaurant" food. read more

So we are those customers who show up 15 minutes before the lunch kitchen close but you would never have known by the terrific waitressing and yummy food. I got the Gouda, turkey brioche...loved it! My friends got the BLT with a cup of the potato soup, both raved about them. The young lady was prompt with food and tea refills. My friend, who was the local, said their breakfast was fabulous as well. read more

The bread is delicious but the cost is a bit much for the main course. We went once and we never returned. read more

Nice setup. Great food. It is BYOB. Staff is friendly. Did not have that long of a wait. Would go back. Would be perfect if they served beer and wine. read more

Their food is good, not too much I can complain about there. It's not on the level of Cuvee in Destin, but its good especially considering it's in Crestview. What is great is the desert. Make sure to save room! The only reason I gave a 4 star rating is because their prices are inflated for the quality of food served. read more

Ate two different times a week ago or so, what a really nice change of pace. Great food and excellent service. I don't think you can go wrong. Only lunch for me, the dinner menu looks good and I watched them prepare for evening business, putting our real linen tablecloths. read more

Amazing service! The food was wonderful. I can't wait to go for date night. The bacon wrapped jalapeños are incredible. This is a must go if you haven't been and if you have go again! read more

The Wild Olive is a wonderful find. It has such a great atmosphere both inside and outside. My husband and I went right when they opened and everyone there was so friendly. We had the calamari for an appetizer which was delicious. They then brought out the soup and salad prior to our meal which was equally as good. The entrée was phenomenal. Both of our meals were delish. I think that anything we would have ordered would be amazing. And now for the desert... We had carrot cake... And let me tell you that it was the best carrot cake I've ever had. I would go there just to have the carrot cake. From the first bite of our dining experience to the last it was a great meal. By far a hidden, amazing gem in Crestview. Especially since there are really no good restaurants here. Go here. You won't be disappointed. read more

The food is always great, as well as the service! Breakfast lunch or dinner, this place does not disappoint

Keesha and Jared were phenomenal servers and the food was amazing! I highly recommend the pecan glazed pork chops!

Amazing food and amazing service! My husband and I went there tonight for dinner for the first time and we very impressed. Not being a native here I didn't realize that a place like this could exist in crestview. I had the burger and my husband had the Alfredo, both were fantastic, along with their desserts. It was so hard to choose they all looked amazing. We will most definitely be back, I'm looking forward to trying their breakfast menu!! read more