The Olive Restaurant

I usually don't like giving negative reviews but hope that the owner and manager takes this as a learning opportunity. I arrived at the restaurant thinking quick simple place to get brunch. When I came in around 1:30 pm... no one even greeted me, I sat myself down and for 15 minutes no wait staff came by to my table. The restaurant maybe had not more than 10 peope so it was not even busy. I then grabbed a menu myself and when a waitress finally came by I had to flag her down... even other waitresses serving others made eye contact with me and no acknowledgment of my even existence... not even a friendly attitude. I get it that being a server is a tough job... but that is completely unacceptable as customers chose your establishment expecting at least some friendliness. Anyways I ordered a tradition breakfast... who can screw that up right? Well it was... 3 eggs were okay but the bacon was black and hard to chew. Also, it's supposed to include coffee as stated in their menu but they still charged me for it... I didn't have time to inquire as I had to get back to work so I let it go. Even when I paid... the waitress left the credit card machine with me so I waited for a few minutes for her to come back but then another waitress told me to leave the machine without even looking at me just kept walking on. I even left a good tip. I left thinking, "What did I do to upset these people?"... I was quiet the entire time and never even spoke rudely or showed any attitude. Again... this needs to be written so they can learn from it and treat their customers better. I will not be returning back to this restaurant... there are many better options in the area, especially being near the mall. I had wished I had gone to another restaurant where you get better food and service. Thank you for taking time reading this review.

December 20, 2024 on Google

Exceptional service every time I go with my family - the wait staff & bus boy are attentive, hard working and friendly. The food, of course, is excellent across the board - but special mention goes to potatoes; the cook is an absolute genius in making and seasoning french fries and home fries, both of which are superb.

December 10, 2024 on Google

So this is a cozy little family-owned restaurant. The vibe is not very welcoming at first like you get the feeling that you're imposing and that you're a stranger and their little world but they warm up to you eventually. But let's be honest who cares about the vibe because the food was phenomenal. We actually wanted to have breakfast for dinner and the food was absolutely wonderful!

November 23, 2024 on Google

Been driving by here for a while and decided to give it a try. We went for lunch, lots of avaliable seating, seat yourself. We were greeted shortly after sitting. Service was friendly and fast. Food was out quite quickly and everything was cooked perfectly. Didn't seem rushed, just efficient. Poached eggs were perfect, bacon was crispy, ham and sausage was delicious. Fresh squeezed juice was good too. All in all great visit, will definitely return.

October 9, 2024 on Google

My mid afternoon breakfast was very delicious. I had the French Toast and bacon. I enjoyed a bottomless cup of coffee. My server Bella is smiling, friendly, knowledgeable and VERY customer/people oriented!! The price-point for my meal and coffee was fine. This establishment is very clean, spacious and well ventilated. The womens' washroom was clean and well-stocked! My visit to your restaurant was ENHANCED by my server BELLA! Thank you.

August 16, 2024 on Google

Quite a busy restaurant at 11 am Sunday. The service person took additional effort to make the service fast because we told her we were in a rush. Excellent coffee. Super crispy fries. I had a peameal bacon & egg sandwich and it tasted good and was filling. Definitely a place for a great start to the day.

April 23, 2024 on Google

Had the most boring veggie omelette and fries. I think the shift in add a bit of flavour to the meals, the breakfast was sold without adding any sort of paper and it tasted so bland. Service is good and fast. I'm hoping that the other food options are better..

September 18, 2023 on Google

They were super busy this Sunday. I've never seen this place so packed. Line up out the door. The food came quickly. Everything was cold, even the coffee. This was the first time this happened to me here.

May 12, 2019 on Google