The Olive Downtown

We had our newphew graduation brunch here on a Sat. We all liked the atmosphere and there is a nice patio outside. Our server, Michael was excellent. Everyone enjoyed their meals of chicken and waffles, sausage and gravy, breakfast pizza, eggs, bacon, toast, and fresh fruit. The waffles were very thin and there was only one choice of bread for toast. I will definitely come back to try the lunch and dinner menu the next time I'm in town.

What a good place to eat! The attention from the moment you enter is top notch, they make you feel at home. And the food, wow, I don't even tell you! Really delicious, totally recommended. Plus, they have a small bar for a drink and a super nice patio. A great place to go without hesitation!

No matter which location you go to, The Black Olive never misses. This place has become my absolute go-to when I want a meal I know I’m going to enjoy from start to finish. Their Chicken Milano with gluten-free pasta is next-level comforting and packed with flavor — creamy, perfectly cooked, and so satisfying. Finding gluten-free pasta that tastes this good at a restaurant is rare, and they nail it every time. And the gluten-free carrot cake? Unreal. Moist, flavorful, and honestly better than most regular carrot cakes I’ve had. The consistency across both locations is what really sets them apart — great food, great service, and an atmosphere that makes you want to stay awhile. It’s the kind of place you bring out-of-town guests because you know it’ll impress. A must-visit if you love quality food done right. 🙌

Absolute exceptional experience! For a mid afternoon on a Sunday, there was no wait! Almost a full house but not over crowded. We were fortunate enough to get a hospitable and attentive waiter! He took very good care of us and made sure we were always satisfied. My wife and I split the Garden Pesto Pizza with prosciutto. Kids spaghetti for the little ones. The pizza exceeded our expectations! A very cheesy, garlicky, fluffy pizza! Gotta be one of the best in JC. Definitely worth a stop! Didn’t have time for dessert but the cakes in the display case up front are so tempting!

Wonderful food in a comfortable atmosphere. James B was our server for lunch and was very friendly and helpful. The menu is quite extensive and he offered to help is pick from several items. We ordered the Eggplant Parmesan and the Chicken Primavera and added salads. The Ceasar dressing was definitely house made and the entrees were both excellent. We can't wait to try something else next time.