Dolly Olive

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   marianne emm VIP

   Portland32 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   The food was fantastic. Service was excellent. We came here for brunch and returned for dinner and both times have been excellent food and service. The only negative is when the waiter tells you that the way they do things there is family style and that everything is meant to be shared, and that each person should order 4 to 5 menu items and then share them. And that they stagger the arrival of the items. I don’t think anyone likes to be told that they have to share. Why don’t you let the people that are ordering and paying for the food decide if they’d like to share? 🤔 Also, we see the staggering of the food more a convenience for the kitchen. The food arrived willy-nilly with no rhyme or reason. It was suggested we order 4 to 5 menu items PER person to share?! Thank God we didn’t listen. My husband and I ordered a total of 3 items-one pork chop, side of polenta and one appetizer of Buratto and it was more than enough for our dinner. Our friends ordered the pork chop and 2 other sides/starters and that was plenty for them too. The place was full probably because the food is delicious, but I just think dictating sharing is very presumptuous and suggesting 4-5 menu items per person🤪🤪. Go here- make reservations for sure. But don’t listen to the waiter about sharing unless you want to and be prepared for the food to come out erratically😊 get the garlic focaccia bread!! Yum
   

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   Edward VIP

   Portland14 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Wonderful meal top to bottom. Focacci is a must, though I wish it were larger. Pork chop and gnocchi were amazing. Loved the espresso martini and the mezcal cocktail, too. Our server was attentive and helpful in selecting nearly everything we ordered. Definitely coming back.
   

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   Madison

   Portland2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We really enjoyed our dinner at Dolly Olive. Impeccable service and some of the best food we’ve had in a while. We felt very welcome and comfortable during our meal.
   

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   Margaret

   Unspecified1 review

   5.0

   Dined on 2 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I went for brunch with my husband and kid. Every single thing we ordered was fabulous. The staff was super friendly and the interior was comfortable, clean and attractive. Highly recommend.
   

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   Thomas and Barbara VIP

   Portland14 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 1 March 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Every single dish was spectacular—and we tried ten!! Great ambiance. Attentive service. One of our favorite spots.
   

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   William VIP

   Portland40 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 23 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Very pleasant. Attractive room. Tasty dishes and friendly service. It’s my 3rs time here and definitely would return
   

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   Dianne

   Portland3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on 23 February 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   We had a great time celebrating our anniversary at Dolly Olive. The food was so good and only outshined by the excellent service. I would definitely recommend Dolly Olive for a tasty Italian meal!
   

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   Jessica VIP

   Seattle24 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 22 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Loved the Caesar salad, carrot salad, and bucatini.
   

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   Jim

   Portland8 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on 20 February 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   This was my second time visiting DO and it’s just wonderful across the board. The whole staff is just into ensuring you have a quality experience. From service, to food to the cool vibe music they play (not too loud). It’s a great place, book it!
   

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    Yajaira

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 20 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    What a fabulous place, the pawns were to die for!
    

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