Address: | 20 Civic Center Plaza, Mankato, MN 56001, USA |
Phone: | +1 507-386-1001 |
Site: | olivesmankato.com |
Rating: | 4.4 |
Working: | 6:30AM–9PM 6:30AM–9PM 6:30AM–9PM 6:30AM–9PM 6:30AM–9PM 6:30AM–9PM 7AM–8PM |
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Lindsey Friesz
We ate here at a friends recommendation, since we are new to the area. We had very good service, our server Kayla was spot on and very friendly. Per her recommendation we got two of the most expensive items on the menu, trio of fish and a duo of meat, we thought it would give us the opportunity to taste a little of everything. We also had an appetizer, the crostinis. They were so overly acidic they were almost inedible. The entrees were so poorly cooked we couldnt eat either. The steak we ordered as medium rare, it came well done, the pork was dry, the fish was horrible with flavorless cold shrimp atop plain noodles in what tasted like a canned broth of sorts. Horribly disappointing. We sent both back after only having a few bites. Our very nice server apologized and comped one of the entrees and gave us a free desert. Even though the desert was free it wasnt good either, pretty, but not tasty. Tasted like it had been made a week ago and was delivered in a box by a food distributer. The atmosphere was lack luster as well, little boxes of cereal sitting from hotel breakfast, and staff setting up for it for the following morning. This was a horrible waste of money, but more so a great disappointment when you are so looking forward to great food on a night out, and instead you end up getting sub par over decorated food, that is no good.
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Michael Roepke
Service was excellent and we were seated right away(with reservations but on a weekday would not be necessary). Our waitress was patient and did an excellent job. Food was even better, we did the date meal deal thing and for the price I could not have asked for a better meal, I was not too fond of the olives as the very early appetizer but it was a unique take on olives and as a appetizer, of course bread and butter went with it and the bread was delicious, next we had the spinach artichoke dip, it was very good but the bread could be a little bit crisper, next came our salad which was the Cesar salad, it was perfectly dressed and was delicious. Finally we got out main course and it was amazing she had the some dragon something and I had the spicy sausage pasta dish, both very very good, not over sauced and everything perfectly cooked. We were so full we had to take the desert home. Everything was brought out in an extremely timely manner and we barely waited for our food in between courses. Food proportions were very generous and we both ended up taking food home for left overs. For the price and the excellent and quiet atmosphere I would recommend this place to anyone for a date, a lunch get together, or just a nice quiet meal. I will definitely be returning again.
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Chris Krause
Starting with Drinks, the recommended Martinis were delicious and delivered timely. The menu has a large selection of options and our server made some great suggestions that arrived hot and delicious. The Bread and Olive sampler was a nice touch to start the meal. The desserts were a perfect finish. The service by Jessi (leave the e for the song, Jessies Girl) was simply perfect. She offered great suggestions on both the food and beverage and was attentive without being over bearing. I will definitely go back!
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Steven Cohen
This was a very disappointing experience. I got the prime rib special, and it came out below room temperature. Cold. Just gross. I nicely asked my server, Charlotte, just to warm it up. She acted like I was asking a lot and was completely unapologetic. It came back warm, and it was edible at that point, but it was a tough, low quality steak anyway. Under no circumstances should anyone order a steak or other expensive item at this place. The chocolate cake was dry and worthless as well. Never again.
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CM AM Kulzer
Bartender was great and offered outstanding service. Even with the before dinner drinks it was disappointing. Steak was good, but everything with it was very subpar. Sauce was overpowering, gnocchi had to have been microwaved with the extreme temperature difference and the greens were covered in some dressing that ruined any natural flavor. Seems the chef is trying to be fancy, however just simple food cooked fresh and seasoned would have gone a long way.
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A Private User
My husband &i enjoyed a date night on wednesday, and much to our surprise, Olives has Date Night wednesdays too. Incredible value for upscale cuisine. Beautiful, well-lt atmosphere, attentive service, delicious food. I've seen john massad in the restaurant each time we've gone to Olives, which adds to the experience somehow:)
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Paula O Cooney
The food was really good but the service was a great big fail. I asked for an expresso to come with my food and Im sure it would have been good if it had ever been served, and they gave me a wrong drink and took off before I could tell her, had to wait until I could get the attention of a server and thats just the tip of my experience.
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Mark VanZee
Not a bad atmosphere. Ordered chicken parmesan and got what was Chicken On Top of Spaghetti a little disappointed. A lot of the wait staff is very inexperienced. Post had the beginnings of a beard and his sleeves rolled up like a thug. Just thought for what they were trying to be and the prices they charged they werent quite there yet
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A Private User
Love it. Plain and simple: Its about the best place to eat in the area. The food is excellent, the prices are very reasonable (the weekly salad lunch buffet is an incredible value in addition to being quick and tasty), the atmosphere is outstanding, and the service is superb. Highly, highly recommended!
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Ken Rife
As a former employee, I can tell you the care, attention to detail and level of pride in service is top notch. I havent worked there for a few years, but when I come as a guest, I can tell you nothing has changed. Najwa, Karla, John and Meray are still the best in the biz. Give thes place a try!
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Joshua Nikoley
We just had our baby and went to olives from the hospital...not dressed nice at all lol...still treated the same as everyone else...and they prepared my burger exactly how i asked which never happens...and our waitress was the best you could ask for...i would eat there again anytime
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Stephanie Bennett
I adore going to Olives for a nice meal. The menu is impressive and any meal you order leaves you wanting more. My biggest problem when I go to Olives is that my stomach isnt big enough to fit more in! Every dish is worth the price. Olives is a must!!
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lamp 81
The best dinners Ive eaten are thier Ribs and their French Cut Chicken. The best desserts are their cheesecakes. Their drinks are good and their service is very good. The atmosphere is upscale. This is one of my favorite places to eat in Mankat.
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mi st
Horrible Disappointing experience!!! We held my sons grooms dinner he in August. Their AC WAS OUT and they didnt call us. They offered a 35.00 plate of cookies to compensate. Nthey ruined our event. NEVER AGAIN!!!!our bill was 2000.00.
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Rebecca Myslivecek
Beautiful presentation. Nice environment. Pizza is a little bready. Had a table of 6. They apologized however one of our guests had to wit an additional 5 min for his tuna. Good balance of spices in the dishes, and a unique variety.