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Franciel Santovia Google

about 1 month ago

OLIVIA in Tampa is such a great spot. The food was amazing, and I really loved the atmosphere. Everything was super clean, well lit, and beautifully decorated, which made the whole experience even better. I ordered the mini rigatoni and it was so good, full of flavor and cooked perfectly. The parmesan potatoes are a must try, definitely one of my favorite parts of the meal. Overall, an awesome dining experience and I can’t wait to go back.

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Jo Marquezvia Google

about 2 months ago

We had a really lovely first visit to Olivia and are already looking forward to returning. The staff were attentive and professional throughout. Our server was especially knowledgeable and made thoughtful recommendations that really enhanced the experience. Everything you hope to find in a great Italian restaurant was there—executed with care and confidence, without relying on gimmicks. I also loved the crockery, particularly the dinner plates, and didn’t get a chance to ask about them. If anyone can confirm where they’re from 🙏🏼 my guess would be Villeroy & Boch.

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Eliana Vegavia Google

3 months ago

First off the absolute BEST part of our experience was having Jake as our server he was outstanding. Only reason this restaurant didn't get 5 stars was some of the food/drinks we had. The garlic bread tower was probably the main reason we would go back (in addition to Jake's service). I also really enjoyed the arancini appetizer and the lasagna was a very good traditional version with bechamel instead of ricotta which is hard to find and I really appreciated. However, the ossobuco although was tender and perfectly cooked the "crispy" polenta as how it was presented was very soggy so definitely a let down. The lemon lobster fettuccine was delicious but the pasta to lobster ratio a bit off. Lastly, the cannoli filling was just bland and to me tasted like nothing. We had some mocktails as we couldn't drink alcohol at that time. The best one was the strawberry fields one with ginger but not that good that I would probably just skip it next time. The passion fruit mocktail was extremely tart and somewhat sour and the strawberry lemonade was honestly the worst we have had at a restaurant. It tasted like out of a fast food soda machine. In general for us it was a 3 out of 5 experience but Jake just made everything way better. He was truly amazing!

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Michael Combsvia Google

4 months ago

Excellent Italian restaurant with a wide selection of Italian cuisine and delicacies. The staff here is really great, top shelf service all the way around. I especially enjoyed the arancini which was absolutely fantastic. I also loved the chicken Milanese and the wild arugula salad, very satisfying. For dessert I tried the tiramisu which was also pretty good. Overall, I had a great experience here and would highly recommend!

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SETH MEDINAvia Google

6 months ago

I had the absolute pleasure of dining at Olivia, and I can honestly say it was an amazing experience from start to finish. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, with just the right balance of elegance and comfort. The dinner itself was excellent, every dish was prepared with care, perfectly seasoned, and beautifully presented. You can really taste the quality of the ingredients and the attention to detail in every bite. The flavors were bold yet balanced, making the whole meal unforgettable. The service was just as impressive. The staff was attentive without being intrusive, making sure everything we needed was taken care of promptly. It truly felt like they went above and beyond to make the evening special. Whether you’re celebrating something important or just looking for a fantastic dinner out, Olivia is a must visit! I’ll definitely be coming back again soon!