02/11/09

Wonderful - One of the Best in the Hotel

by vsquared

If you visit Vegas, this is a must. Everything from the view, staff, food, and wine is fantastic. I have dined in major cities in the US and abroad and this rates as one of my favorite dining experiences. The only problem I had was I could not take it home to enjoy it later. The other mistake I made was eating at one of the other more expensive restaurants in the hotel the next evening, who's food was nothing compared to this. The flatbreads are divine and I must say, even after living in the south for some years, I had the best collard greens I have ever had with my meal. The fusion of flavors is excellent. I told the staff we were celebrating belated birthdays and after our dinner comes a plate of truffles with Happy Birthday written in chocolate, complete with a candle. What a wonderful added touch. Speaking of staff, attentative, but not in your face, take all the time you need, who also gave us a great wine and food suggestion. Next time I visit I will return and would highly recommend it to anyone I know.

• Pros: Food, Wine, Staff

09/29/08

Best Dining Experience of our Trip to Las Vegas!!!!

by FoodieCouple22

This was the highlight of our trip to Las Vegas. The food that we had was unbelievable. The best Beef Carpaccio that I have ever had, and deliicous salads also. For our entrees, we had a delicious Filet Mignon, and Pan Seared Scallops. Both were amazing. We loved the unobtrusive and friendly service. The server and staff were very helpful, without being overbearing. The al fresco dining on their beautiful patio didnt hurt the matter, either. I loved dining while listening to Andrea Bocelli and watching the Fountains of Bellagio. We dined in other places at Bellagio and Olives was by far the most enjoyable.

• Pros: food, service, view, cocktails, wine
• Cons: Busy, make reservations.

07/27/08

Not that impressive.

by bananny

My father ranted & raved about this place and insisted we eat here. When the busser came around to fill our water glasses, he couldn't understand a simple English phrase such as "no, not bottled water" and brought bottled water anyway. Bad taste! Please hire people that speak English if you expect them to speak with and wait on your customers.

The olive spread that was brought for our bread was tasty, I enjoyed that part of the meal. For my lunch I ordered the portobello & tomato panini. Expecting it to be a light lunch, it was extremely heavy and greasy. It made me feel queasy for the rest of the day.

Overall, this place was not worth it. Not an excellent dining experience as I strive to find in my adventures in life. Next time I am in Vegas, I will certainly pass this place up.

• Pros: Nice atmosphere
• Cons: Non-English speaking service, very greasy & heavy food, felt sick the rest of the day.

06/12/08

Keep trying, still just OK

by kmlws

The best part about the restaurant is the view if you're lucky enough to get outside seating. You have to get there pretty early to get it, we've gone twice at 5 or 5:30 for dinner and it was already full. I suggest one of Bellagio's other restaurants so you get the food with the view. The menu is not very exciting and is lightly overpriced for what it is. The pumpkin ravioli is good, but I've never even been tempted to try anything else. Everything was just ok, not necessary to go back.

• Pros: Outdoor dining, if you can get it
• Cons: outdoor dining fills up quickly, food is average

04/01/08

foodie's delight

by sopho

the food was absolutely tasty. the selection was large and diverse- we had a couple of strict vegetarians and dedicated meateaters who were quite satisfied with the options. our table ordered the chestnut pasta, butternut squash tortelli, beef carpaccio, steak and potatoes, pork medallions, and salmon- all were DELICIOUS and cooked to perfection! the atmosphere is perfect for people-watching as well. we loved it and will definitely be coming back.

• Pros: yummy food, food selection, price point, quality (and quantity)
• Cons: loud

03/28/08

Beautiful Food in a Beautiful Setting

by pjs2780

On a recent trip to LV, my husband and I enjoyed a fantastic meal at Olives. We checked with the maitre d' about an hour before our reservation and asked to be put on a waiting list for a table on the terrace, about 45 minutes later we were treated to a table for 2 on the balcony with an amazing view of the strip and the dancing fountains. Out food was spectacular as well, from the obviously-freshly baked bread with various tapenades (both accenting the tanginess and smoothness of olives) to the fig and prosciutto flatbread (a fantastic combination of flavors and textures on a delicious crust) to the scallops on green goddess risotto (perfectly cooked shellfish and creamy rich risotto) and mahi mahi with citrus (a wonderful collection of flavors) to the vanilla panna cotta with a tangy lime sorbet. It was an amazing setting complimented by fabulous food. We left with huge smiles on our faces and bellies full of happiness.

01/04/08

One of the BEST lunches in LV

by juanmore

My Wife and I went for lunch and everything was great; service, food, and atmosphere. The flat bread pizza's are perfectly baked, which can go great as an appetizer. My Wife had the tuna that was fresh and served on top of crisp greens, mixed with a well balanced vinaigrette. The flavors were all balanced; none of the ingredients over powering each other. Portions are adequate, leaving you very satisfied and not stuffed. I highly recommend this place for lunch if you like fresh, clean, and well balanced flavors. Try to get seated on the balcony for the fountain show. Oh yes, the service was top notch; made us feel we were welcomed and that our satisfaction was their top prioity.

• Pros: Service, Food, Balcony seating, Location
• Cons: None

10/21/07

Great Restaurant, Great Hotel!!

by cybertuth

I just got back from Vegas and had the opportunity to eat at olives. True the menu is pricey, but is well worth it. The service is impecable from the front desk to the wait staff. Very cool atmoshere. The food was served promptly and was very tastey. I would recommend eating later (We ate at 9pm) as they get pretty crowded during prime time. Enjoy!

• Pros: Great food, great service
• Cons: Crowded during prime time

09/24/07

Loved it

by djgirl0371

The food here is terrific and the service is wonderful. I really loved the tapenade and the bread that came with it was wonderful. The view is amazing of the fountains. (we had the window table) The atmosphere is very cozy also. The next time I come to Las Vegas I will eat here again. Don't forget the dessert.

08/16/07

Oh Goodness....

by yumangj

The food here is great.... I'm a fan of the flatbreads and Butternut Squash pasta things... And all they're drinks are good... esp... The Tiffany... Oh goodness... It's busy all the time... but eating at the bar is good.

• Pros: EVERYTHING!!!