Oliva Restaurant

Second dinner experience here within the last month or so, and both were great!  After seeing a lot of turnover in this location, it's nice to see that somebody finally got it right . .. reasonable prices, delicious food, nice ambiance (casual, but nice) great service and a good kids menu. We were happy to see that the restaurant and bar were both busy on a Saturday night.I had the rib eye special, which was great. My husband just had a Cobb salad, but said it was very good. The bread is too good ... next time they need to limit us to one basket! We will be back for sure, and plan on trying the curbside service for take-out the next time I don't feel like cooking (which will be very soon, lol). More...

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Wonderful food, great atmosphere.

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Wife and I decided to try this place after discovering it on the Ventura County Axxess card. It's tucked away in a little shopping area in the Dos Vientos community so it can be a bit out of the way for most people. I think it was well worth the trip though.We came for an early dinner on a Tuesday and there was only one other couple there at the bar.  Decor inside was nice enough and they have a large patio. The atmosphere in there had just a very slight tinge of elegance but bordered more so on the relaxed. They have a kids menu and we saw a large family there with a few kids so we didn't feel weird at all bringing our 8 month old with us. We were seated in a booth which had a bit of staining on the seatback but nothing that grossed me out enough - they could definitely use a steam cleaning though.Started with a cider, a glass of Chardonnay and the calamari. The wine pour was generous for the price. The calamari had a pretty mild batter but the dipping sauce it came it was delightfully tangy.We asked for pappardelle to be substituted in lieu of the gnocchi in the short rib dish and our waiter happily obliged. The tender short rib was in this rich ragu which had a flavor I couldn't quite nail down - maybe tomatoey, winey, olive oily? We enjoyed it nonetheless.We also shared a pizza with assorted mushrooms, brie, arugula and trufle oil. The crust had a nice chew but had a nice char and crunch on the edges. There were huge slices of brie which my wife was not a big fan of (not me though - I love soft cheese).I think the only shortcoming would be there was only one waiter for the entire place (which had filled up some after 6pm). My wife and I have a high tolerance for this sort of thing but someone who expects to be waited hand and foot would sure have had something to complain about.Overall, my wife and I had a very nice dinner and are very inclined to come back (and bring some of our friends next time). More...

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Went here a few times so far. It's in an odd spot, but find it! The food makes it worthwhile. They seem to care about freshness and making sure its done right.

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Great happy hour

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Happy hour was great!!

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Happy hour was great-amazing specials and appetizers were great. We ordered three. You can’t beat the prices at happy hour!

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Conveniently located in beautiful Dos Vientos Ranch, this hidden gem has an amazing happy hour. I only wish that the owner would change the menu and perhaps open for breakfast. Other than that, the food is great. More...

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This restaurant is hidden away in a lovely complex in Dos Vientos. It's easy to miss, but wow, gotta be one of the top five Newbury Park restaurants! We started with bruschetta and Mac and cheese as appetizers, and we're off to the races. Had the pappardelle pasta with prosciutto and mushrooms. Delicious! Spouse had the 12 grilled shrimp...they were large and delicious. Pizzas and hamburger were great, too. They bring bread to the table that's been rubbed with garlic and drizzled with EVOO.They have a full bar and the drinks were good, too. Large dining area, plus a few patio tables for the warm nights.We loved this place. It's worth trying to find. More...

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Excellent food and service. Quiet restaurant with nice decor. Attention to detail is outstanding. I got salmon and it was excellent large portion. Definitely will go back again.

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The Bar was packed again! So many good friends and locals having a great time together. My wife and I started in the bar, had some appetizers and a drink (forget Happy Hour, have you seen their craft cocktail list! The best-mixed​ drinks in the Valley.), then made our way to the dining room for dinner. The beef filet was prepared perfectly and our Branzio must have been fresh from that day-- lemon sauce with capers is a must. Overall​, service was a 5, food was a 5, company was a 5, the ​ambiance​ is a 4. I love seeing the place overflowing with people. A little advice to those on the weekend: come early, the bar fills up fast! More...

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Just finished a wonderful dinner here. Customized my steak with a pepper rub and it was perfect. Finished with two deserts and time to go. Great wait staff and busboys. A comfortable restaurant that has food that equals higher priced restaurants in town. More...

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I must say that each and every time me and my boyfriend come in we are treated kindly and promptly, Julio is the absolute best. It easy to to write reviews when you have one bad experience but even easier to praise people when they deserve it. Thank you Juilio! More...

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Beautiful restaurant near a park for the kids to play. The happy hour is a must. Drinks are great and small bites are nice. The ambience is beautiful

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This is one amazing restaurant that I prefer over a lot. I am a picky eater so having this restaurant near me is really convenient. I order different verities of foods here because each dish is just simply divine. The only thing I am a little disappointed about is that if you sit outside, they don't have heaters. It's just a recommendation to the builders saying that in the next Local Table they need to add them, and then I will be perfectly satisfied with their amazing restaurant. More...

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It's cool to go to for the locals to hang out. Happy hour food is good and the prices are reasonable. My favorite is the street tacos and the pizza.

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Great service great food, staff was very kind and attentive

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Our group of four dropped in for dinner. They were very busy with a charity event but had room for us.They served some garlic olive oil bread which was tasty. I had the lasagna. Very good. The portion was on the small side of medium. For the price I would have expected a side salad. I was a bit hungry at the end.Everyone enjoyed their dishes. More...

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Julio is so helpful and professional. The food was fresh and delicious. Great pizzas thin crust and rich meats mushrooms and cheeses.

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This hidden gem is worth the time. Casual atmosphere with fireplace and high ceilings. Menu is diverse, and delish,with an Italian bent. Will definitely return soon.

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Food was fantastic! Waitress was awesome. Poor thing had to handle the whole room. Bartender helped & one guy clearing tables. Not right for a Saturday night. Get your stuff together management....... More...

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I can't speak more highly of this local restaurant. Not only is it convenient as it's 1 mile from home but it's absolutely delicious. We had the shrimp pasta and ravioli, I was shocked at how flavorful it was. We also had a few glasses of wine and loved the ambience. It's classy and kinda romantic but is still ok to bring the kiddos which is a perfect combo for families who want to dine somewhere other than cpk. More...

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Great service-great food!Very nice!A hidden gem ! We will come back , one of our new favorites

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Everything was Excellent, had the dozen shrimp and Caesar salad, best ever!!  Not to mention Jalisco Margarita was amazing!  Julio is the best server and not to mention a great bartender. Will be back next week for sure. More...

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I’ve gone there before many times it’s been delicious. I’ve only gone once or twice when I haven’t enjoyed it but it was most likely the cook at that time. I love their orchetti pasta in cream sauce with mushrooms and peas. I usually ask for the vegis on the side and eat them separately, but I’ve also tried with the vegis in. It is delicious both ways. The pasta is a nice take on a Alfredo but much better in my opinion considering Alfredo is my favorite sauce. They also have delicious pizza. I tried the brisket and we were very disappointed along with the mashed potatoes and broccoli but it may have just been the chef that night as I have stated. Their truffle Mac n cheese is a hit or miss. Truffle is definitely an acquired taste. And it is made with truffle oil. I can’t remember if there is actual truffle in there you can go ahead and ask that yourself. But generally I am very pleased, but I have had a bad experience. Friday nights is when I say go for it, Friday through the weekend. That’s when the foodIs best because they have their best chefs cranking out lots of food. Though I did have a waiter that was very cocky especially when it came to wine and was saying a wine that is by no means earthy was earthy. And calling my mom wrong and acted like she was an idiot and knew nothing. Anyway he was very rude and disrespectful to us women, it was on a Wednesday. They have their worst servers work when it’s least busy considering they don’t serve lunch. Hope this helped More...

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Great food! Restaurant is inviting, open and friendly with modern newer Decor. Plenty of parking Could be a go to place for a Romantic Dinner or Family Gathering, Company Party, Bridal or Baby Shower. Or Birthday Celebration up to 50 people comfortably! More...

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Nice local place.

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Great atmosphere, great food and drinks

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This place is simply the bomb!. We decided to try something new tonight...I had the baby back ribs w/mac & cheese, and my wife had the Pollo Mattone. The ribs were absolutely perfect...Meaty, fall off the bone deliciousness, with a perfect sauce. Mac &  Cheese was tasty. The chicken was, as it always is....phenomenal!. Proportions were huge, so we took the rest home for a second meal. Drinks, fresh bread are equally great. Can't say enough about this place. EVERY meal we've had there has been amazing. Hope they stay around forever. Treat yourselves, you won't be dissapointed. Rick & Genny, Newbury Park, Ca. More...

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Great food, great spot

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This was a great local restaurant! Has the beet and goat cheese salad to start with tasted amazing. We also ordered the boneless half chicken which the bartender told me was the best dish on the menu and I couldn't disagree! Christopher our bartender made great drinks!! I had an old fashion with a single cube that had and orange peel in it and my girlfriend had a tito's martini with blue cheese olives that was stirred and tasted amazing!!! More...

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What a nice surprise to find this great restaurant in a neighborhood shopping area. The scallop appetizer was delicious, the house-made pasta was amazing and our friend said the filet mignon was the best he has had. Service was at a comfortable pace so we could enjoy our meal and wine without being rushed. The corkage fee is only $10. Looking forward to our next meal there! More...

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This place is absolutely Newbury Park's best kept secret! Food is always wonderful and the staff?  Well, you go there once and they remember you every time after that.  It has become our new favorite place.  And, have to give a shout out to Christopher, the BEST manager/waiter/bartender ever.  Thank you for always making us feel special.  This guy remembered what drinks we ordered the last time we were in there and even what dressing I wanted on my salad!  WOW! More...

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Glad to find this place with a decent bar and happy hour menu. The drive out here was beautiful even though it is off the beaten path. Walking into the restaurant the set up feels odd. The bar is hidden around the corner as it has nice granite counters and it's a dark rich wood. However the first thing greeting you is a display case and bottles of wine stacked in the reception area The waiting area leaves nothing to talk about. Stacked high chairs, random chairs, not very attractive.There is a lot of wasted space. It wasn't very busy. The food was good. I had the short ribs sliders and the beef tacos. More...

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I love this restaurant! First of all, they make THE BEST DRINKS. They're well whiskey is a good quality like Jim or Jack. Their kids menu has all the perfect kid foods: pizza, fries and Mac n cheese . The sizes of the kids' food is large enough for an adult to eat and be satisfied. The adult food is large portions and delicious. And there is a great outdoor seating area where the kids can be loud and a park they can play within parental view. Its a great place to go for a happy hour and super fun on the weekends when the bar is busy. More...

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What a Hidden Gem! We just finished a Father's Day Dinner and enjoyed every bite. Friendly servers, very warm, homey feel. Had lamb shank which was executed perfectly, Caesar salad tasted wonderful, homemade dressing, Burgers were a great quality and served on a very soft homemade bun. Bruschetta with Burrata was a great choice for appetizer. Fresh, Fresh, Fresh! We ended the meal with the Chocolate Truffle Gelato & Peanut Butter Bomba. Yowza! Needless to say We went home very happy! Can't wait to try the rest of the their plentiful desert menu! Wish I could leave 10 Stars! More...

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Chef of LOCAL TABLE

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Love this place!

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Love this place!! Great food at a very fair price!! Excellent staff. A real asset to Dos Vientos community and Newbury Park.

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Classic American food and music with fresh ingredients and great service.

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Delicious food and a robust wine list.

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Newbury park / dos vientos eatery. Good happy hour prices from 4.30 to 6.30 pm except Thursday when It goes all night. Their sides are my go to when wanting a vegetarian meal (about 6 dollars each) spinach and mashed potatoes. Or roasted potatoes and broccoli. Their entrees are fairly priced and plentiful ($16 to $22) try the grilled Scotish salmon over lentils.Chris and Julio make you feel like family. Give it a try. More...

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Had happy hour at the bar and Christopher the bar tender took fantastic care of me. Thank you.

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Best food in DV

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Great food

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