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| - I have been going to Olive for 8 years, almost 9. So keep in mind that my review is a comprehensive look at what I consider to be like my second home. I have seen many changes in staff, in service, and of course, in infrastructure/couches. Hehe.
1) Lets talk about food: Even though their menu leaves much to be desired, order anything Mediterranean and you won't regret. My personal faves are the hummus, Greek salad, and wraps. You can NEVER go wrong with chicken fingers and fries, either. The quality is fresh, the taste delicious, and the presentation adequate. 4/5 stars for food. :)
2) The atmosphere is TOO NOTCH. Whether you are looking for a lunch at the cafe in the entrance, a relaxing lounge, a weekend nightclub, or a quiet place to study-Olive has it all. Great size for larger parties, as well. The decor is nice and relaxing, gray lighting for a lounge feel. It is a little loud in the lounge on weekends, but if you love great, local, live music...you are in for a treat!
3) The service there makes you feel like part of the family. Go enough, treat people like human beings, and joke around with everyone and you'll soon be welcomed into the Olive team. The waitstaff and hookah hosts are so friendly and responsive, not to mention engaging.
4) The location is about 10 minutes from the airport, easily accessible from the 95, and very central. Great overflow parking for the busy nights.
I go to olive approximately 10x/month. Lunch is a cheap, quiet place to check-out of the office for an hour. I recommend this to everyone I know, even people who are just in town visiting. There are plenty of places, but if you are friendly, outgoing, and like a chill place to relax for a while, this is the place to be!
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