I came across this restaurant on my Facebook post. Great marketing indeed. Restaurant is located in a Brand smacking new mall. I visited the West Boca Location (9560 Glades Road, Boca Raton, FL) Place is absolutely clean, nice high ceilings fancy design on the ceiling, nice open layout and well lit. All the Staff are wearing masks and provided friendly service. No music piped in., so keep the conversations at low decibel.
Food is fresh since most of them perishable and displayed very well. We ordered a Falafel dish and olive U chicken dish (their own version of marinated chicken). You have a choice of rice (rice with lentils or cinnamon cilantro rice) or Pita bread as a base. They also have Lettuce for weight watches and Hummus for flavor craving crazies. Falafel is made freshly, nice and crisp. You get four to an order, you can pick the toppings from the display (Chick peas, onions, pickled jalapenos, pickles, cucumber, parsley, tomatoes, olives, feta cheese) hot sauce, tahini sauce and house blend. The best part is all are included, no nickels and dime. I also ordered Cilantro / Lime Hummus and Pita as an appetizer.
Falafel platter was really yummy, we added Hot sauce and tahini sauce on top, perfect flavoring. With all other natural ingredients the dish was superb. A great vegetarian item.
Chicken platter was very similar except for chicken. I almost filled this with all same toppings. Chicken pieces by itself did not have much flavor, but having with other toppings makes it flavorful.
Cilantro lime hummus is a good twist on normal hummus, served with pita bread. Pita could have been warm.
They even brought us two pieces of Baklava on the house. Service is excellent. A unique fast casual restaurant with fresh flavors. A nice place to take your family or friends out. You feel healthy, great and light even after eating the whole bowl. You will...
Read moreI recently had the pleasure of dining at a Olive U Mediterranean Grill and I must say, it exceeded all my expectations. From the moment we walked in, we were warmly greeted by Izzy, Emma and Rebecca, and a gentleman (manager) whose name I unfortunately can't recall. The service was exceptional, deserving not just five stars, but ten!
The restaurant had an incredible selection of dishes, making it difficult to choose. However, everything looked so fresh and appetizing that we couldn't resist trying a bit of everything. The flavors were absolutely delightful, and the pesto hummus in particular was a standout. It had an amazing blend of authentic ingredients, creating a perfect balance that truly pleased the taste buds and left a lasting impression on our palates.
The restaurant itself was very clean, creating a pleasant and inviting atmosphere. It's truly a great place to dine, and I can't wait to visit again. My only disappointment is that it's currently only located in the south, and I hope they consider expanding to central Florida in the future. Trust me, it's worth the trip!
Overall, I highly recommend this Mediterranean restaurant. The warm greeting, outstanding service, and delicious food make it a must-visit. Don't miss out on this gem, and be prepared to have a fantastic...
Read moreThis was my first time at Olive U and it was PHENOMENAL. When I walked in everyone working looked up and greeted me to the store with Hello's and I immediately felt so welcome.
Unsure of what to get or where to start, I asked question about the different bases and proteins. The first man behind the counter, Michael, gave me his opinions. The lentils and rice base he suggested was a great option. When deciding between the Chicken Shawarma and Falafel, Michael informed me I could do both. I got all the toppings and when I got to the sauces, another gentlemen told me what he suggests with the falafel and shawarma. Their house sauce is amazing and pairs great with the shawarma. The Baklava dessert is a perfect end if you have a sweet tooth.
Michael and I realized that we both attended UF and we had a mutual friend. This staff is incredibly friendly. The food is fresh, well seasoned, and delicious. Every time I visit Boca, I make sure to visit my favorite Boca Restaurants: Vinny's, Laspada's, Fresh Kitchen. And now Olive U Mediterranean Grill has earned a spot on that list. Thank you! And I can't wait...
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