I have to admit, trying to get into the doorway of this cute brunch place is quite hectic.
There is barely enough room to stand in the cramped entrance, whether you're just going for a pastry to-go or waiting for a seat. I arrived with two friends, and we were told the wait was going to be twenty minutes (this was at noon). We decided to wait. There's a continuous traffic of customers flying in and out the door.
Olive et Gourmando has a lively ambience and warm atmosphere once you get to sit back and enjoy it. I've previously had the hot chocolate her (thick, bitter, rich; only downside was the incredibly small size of the cup) but today I was here to try a sit-down meal.
I ordered the goat cheese panini with caramelized onions ($9.50) served with house made ketchup. It didn't take long to arrive, and was served hot and fresh. It met my expectations, yet I still regret not trying something sweet from the breakfast menu.
I tried my friend's mac and cheese ($17 and served with salad). I found it salty, and I expected a bigger portion for the price.
I must say, O +G is a place to enjoy a comfortable, satisfying meal. Nothing blew me away, but I had a nice experience here (except the first bit; trying to get into the restaurant!)