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Black Olive, Baltimore, MD

Black Olive

4.9
4.9
3020 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today
  • Great for fine wines
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
After a meticulous renovation of the Fells Point General Store in 1997, The Black Olive has become a hallmark of quaint elegance on the cobblestone section of Bond Street in Fells Point, Baltimore's waterfront jewel. Although over twenty-five years old, its spirit is rooted in a rich, multi-generational legacy. As a Greek fish tavern in historic Fells Point, we specialize in Mediterranean seafood and traditional Greek dishes, complemented by house-made breads and desserts. Savor our signature dishes like Village Pie, Grilled Octopus, Rack of Lamb, Filet Mignon, Bronzini, Dover Sole, and Maine Lobster Pasta. Enhance your dining experience with selections from our extensive wine cellar or an inspired cocktail from our bar. We proudly support organic and sustainable producers of ingredients, including our wines and spirits. Recognized by Wine and Spirits Magazine as one of the '50 Most Amazing Wine Experiences in America,' The Black Olive offers an unforgettable culinary journey.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Greek, Mediterranean
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (410) 276-7141
  • Website
    http://www.theblackolive.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Pauline and Dimitris Spiliadis
  • Private party facilities
    The Black Olive has four private rooms on premises. Additionally, our exclusive wine cellar and outdoor seating area are available for private gatherings. Our restaurant is eager to accomodate special needs and menu requests. We look forward to helping you create a successful event.
  • Private party contact
    Dimitris Spiliadis: (410) 276-7141
  • Location
    814 S. Bond Street, Baltimore, MD 21231
  • Area
    Fells Point
  • Cross Street
    Where Shakespeare intersects with Bond Street between Aliceanna and Thames
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
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What 3,020 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.7Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • Baltimore / Maryland

    Great for fine wines

  • Baltimore / Maryland

    Seafood

  • Baltimore

    Best Overall

  • Baltimore

    Best Food

  • Baltimore

    Best Service

  • Baltimore

    Best Ambience

  • Baltimore

    Best Value

  • Baltimore

    Healthy

  • Baltimore

    Great for fine wines

  • Baltimore

    Good for special occasions

  • Baltimore

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Black Olive offers a delightful blend of "outstanding food," warm ambiance, and attentive service. Diners rave about the "never-failing" quality of dishes, from octopus to lamb, and the "excellent" wine selection. The Mediterranean-inspired menu is complemented by a "charming" setting, making it a cherished Baltimore gem for special occasions and casual dining alike.

3,020 Reviews

  1. Edo

    VIP

    New York City

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and drink. Lovely sommelier and wine choice.

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  2. Andy

    VIP

    Baltimore

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Neat Greek restaurant in baltimore C Consistently excellent

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  3. David

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I enjoyed an amazing dinner at the black olive. It was our first time there, and definitely won't be the last. My wife has celiac disease and is very sensitive to gluten and all the dishes we ordered we're truly gluten-free.

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  4. StephanieS

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere was light, the food exquisite and the service attentive without being stuffy. It’s clear they truly care about your experience.

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  5. Peter

    Baltimore

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Simply the best with great wine recommendation from Sommelier

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  6. Adam

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We went for the New Year's Eve prefix menu and all of the courses were awesome. The wait staff was attenentive. There were 2-6 options for each course. We will definitely be back again.

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  7. Steve

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful simple decor, great wait staff, excellent food. Service was quick but not rushed.

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  8. johnny

    Baltimore

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the New Year Eve menu, a variety of choices, food was flavorful and prepared perfectly. It’s a hidden gem in Fells Point.

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  9. Andrew

    Baltimore

    32 reviews

    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on 17 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a really nice time. The ambiance is great. The servers were so very attentive. I’m pretty sure I ordered the Rockfish and got the Halibut, so that makes it hard to give them 5 stars. Also, the fish was a little tougher than I expected. But all the food generally tasted great and seemed well prepared. The apps were amazing.

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  10. Tina

    VIP

    Baltimore

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 14 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I ordered the Alaskan halibut grilled and it was light and flaky, very good. My husband got the lobster pasta. The sauce was very tasty. Our server even gave us a complimentary dessert of baklava ice cream with berries. Always enjoy this place.

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FAQs

Black Olive offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (410) 276-7141.

Black Olive is rated 4.9 stars by 3020 OpenTable diners.

Black Olive does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 9 times today

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Google Map for Black Olive

814 S. Bond Street, Baltimore, MD 21231

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Where Shakespeare intersects with Bond Street between Aliceanna and Thames
  • Area
    Fells Point
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Greek, Mediterranean
  • Dining style
    Elegant Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Pauline and Dimitris Spiliadis
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan
  • Website
    http://www.theblackolive.com/
  • Phone number
    (410) 276-7141
  • Private party facilities
    The Black Olive has four private rooms on premises. Additionally, our exclusive wine cellar and outdoor seating area are available for private gatherings. Our restaurant is eager to accomodate special needs and menu requests. We look forward to helping you create a successful event.
  • Private party contact
    Dimitris Spiliadis: (410) 276-7141
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