The Black Olive has been a favorite of ours for a long time. We haven’t been there in a long time because of the pandemic. Knowing that the Black Olive weathered the past year was a relief. Our meal was perfect! And the service was outstanding!

The best fresh grilled fish I’ve had since I went to the Greek Isles. It was absolutely delicious! The grilled sardine appetizer was a knockout. Do yourself a favor and book your reservation. You won’t be disappointed.

The food and wine superb. It took however 45 min to finally get the check and we ended up getting parking ticket due to this. Restaurant needs to improve the overall experience. Not sure we’d return because of the $50 ticket due to slowness

Great food at a great price. Service staff seems a bit inexperienced post Covid and is stretched a bit thin, but overall a very nice experience.

We were a group sitting at 2 tables.
Feedback from our group:
Delicious food, service was outstanding!
Thank you for accommodating our group!
We will be back!
R&T Butler

The worst waitress ever. Rude and everything took forever as she only came to the table about every 25 minutes. Truly the worst experience at a restaurant with great food.

Black Olive has always been one of our favorite special restaurants, especially for the fresh fish. One of the true sins is to overcook fish. The waiter should have taken less time with trying to impress us with his knowledge and more with paying attention to the service.
The appetizers were delicious, but we waited more than 45 minutes for our fish entrees. The waiter blamed this on a large party in another room and told us our food was on the warming table. This was obvious when we finally received it, because one of our party said her haddock was overcooked to the point of having a crust on it and did not finish it.
It may be a problem of understaffing because of starting full inside dining after COVID, but dinner starting at 6:45 should not take almost 3 hours. We will not return or recommend to our friends until the service is fixed.

A delightful evening on a quaint side street in Fells Point. The hostess showed us to our choice of a quieter table on the back deck (though plentiful outdoor seating out front allows for more social dining). As always, Black Olive offers a wide selection of fresh seafood and an extensive menu of appetizers to choose from (along with adult beverages of course). In our case, we started off with Prosecco, warm Sourdough Bread, the Melitzanasalata Eggplant spread and the grilled Jumbo Scallops. Yuummm!

I then asked our server for her suggestion for an entree - which turned out to be the best-tasting Mediterranean Sea Bass I've ever had, grilled & prepared to absolute perfection! What a wonderful treat! And the slow-cooked Moroccan Style Braised Lamb Shank! a huge bowl of stew, filled to the brim served over couscous - flavorful and also cooked to perfection, the tender meat fall-off-the-bone delicious.

Wine and Baklava followed as the perfect way to finish the evening. So after four-and-a-half happy hours we slowly made our way back to the (now) night sky of Fells Point.

Nice evening, didn't sit in the primo area of the place but the food carried the evening.

Excellently prepared seafood. Scallops were particularly outstanding but we enjoyed all of the other dishes that we ordered (octopus salad, eggplant, dover sole, and tiramisu).

Every time we go to the Black Olive, we find another reason to fall in love with this place. The food is delicious. Wine, beer, cocktails: they always have a list of classics with a twist and local offerings we haven’t tried. The service and hospitality are second to none. The owner, Dimitri, visits each table to inquire about your meal and to see if your martini was made the way you like it. It’s different than other spots in Fell’s Point in that it’s classy and cozy at the same time. You can share small plates with a group or enjoy a beautiful entree, from Moroccan lamb shank to a whole Bronzino. We went for our wedding anniversary this weekend and can’t wait to go back.

Black Olive has an excellent menu and the food is fantastic. Great combination of Greek, with all of the traditional item, and seafood with a modern touch. Drink menu is excellent as well. We were a group of 10 and ou server was ovewhelmed from the start and was probably not that experienced which resulted in some bad moments for service (4 appetizers never delivered, incorrect drink orders prepared and extremely slow service which resulted in 1 member having to leave before his meal was ready.) However, the manager/owner overwhelmed us with his apology and his actions to "make it right". Once we brought our disastissfaction with the service to his attention he made sure that he was checking in with us, ensuring the orders were correct and actually thank me for letting him know about the issue and even said he was going to make sure stay started lettingcusotmer know that some entrees took up to 45 minutes to prepare and that they should account for that. Overall an excellent experience at the end and I will be going back.

Food was great, lots of different fresh fish to choose from as well as chicken and beef dishes. Have the hummus-it’s fantastic!

The Black Olive was as fantastic as always! The food, ambiance and service were all excellent. This restaurant never disappoints. It is equally great for a special occasion or for no occasion. We love their fresh fish, homemade bread and various dips. They are attentive and the food presentation is beautiful!

First time back since covid. The back deck was peaceful and the food was perfectly cooked and fresh. Casual, not rushed and a delightful experience. One of the owners was there and checked and regularly. Glad they survived the shutdowns and hope to return soon.

The wine selection was limited. They didn't have the Cab we ordered. The waitress had no training on wines and offered a white wine as a replacement. We ordered a Pinot Noir, which was overpriced (we both had a headache the next day). When we ordered the food, they only had one side available, a fennel apple salad. When asked if they had veggies, the chef said he wasn't making anything else. At that point, we paid for the hummus (which was delicious) and wine and left.

To whomever responded to my review, your bias is showing. Guessing you said I had an attitude because I'm a black woman. FYI, I never spoke to the server, my date did. Being he's a very kind, diplomatic attorney, he was never nasty. We don't believe in being nasty to servers. Your lack of curiosity and sides have no bearing on her service. Saying your wine gave us a headache is a fact and therefore not slander. Treat the next bad review with more respect. Read it and do better, not attack the person who didn't enjoy the experience.

Great people/staff, delicious food and wonderful atmosphere! I recommend The Black Olive...two thumbs up!

Excellent service and delicious well prepared food! Loved quaint and intimate vibe... Perfect for first date scenario!

We asked for pita bread multiple times and was given excuses every single time (we saw the other table get it and it was supposed to come with our hummus appetizer ... so we had to eat it with regular bread which Was a little weird). Prices are expensive but food was good.

Food was generally good, however we have ordered grilled fish but they had only one side (cus cous). We have asked for an alternative, eg. Some veggies or other but they have refused it. Simple request, which they would be able to do it and they simply did not wanted to do.

The Black Olive is better than ever. Great food, and excellent service.

I dined at the Black Olive and few years prior and the experience was phenomenal. We were looking forward to a similar experience on this visit. Unfortunately the food and service have declined significantly from our previous visit. Hopefully it was just an off-night for them and this was an unusual experience not consistent with their typical offering.

From the beginning of great baked bread to olive oil & olives, it was a great treat/dinner. Our server Arel(sp) was attentive, but not annoying. Great food & presentation....only wish someone told me or emphasize that you have available parking behind restaurant....parking is tough in that area. Will definitely come back & recommend!!

They know their fish - a can’t miss! Staff very attentive and special. We were wondering how it would work out with COVID limitations but it did not disappoint. We felt safe with plenty of room between diners indoors. The stuffed calamari app was amazing and the fish entrees were cooked to perfection - which we have come to expect from this excellent restaurant.

This place has a great on-line introduction and explanation. It has a great menu on line. Little of it is true.
Service: The staff is young and very inexperienced. Enough said.
Wine List: We wonder if the owners don't actually drink alcohol? One of the 3 or 4 cocktails listed was a gin and tonic. I asked what gin they have, I was brought a drink and then shown a bottle I'd never seen before. Not good.
The menu is a little different from on line.
First the bread: They make their own "famous" sourdough which is grilled. We were served underbaked bread with pockets of gluey dough toward the center, not grilled.
We started with sardines wrapped in grape leaves and grilled. We've enjoyed this dish in Greece, Portugal and Italy and occasionally grill fresh sardines ourselves. These were inedible and I strongly suspect they were canned.
My husband ordered Octopus Salad, with "Pounded Octopus, grilled". Nope. It was a cut Octopus arm with tenticals, still good, but not the pricier Octopus steak that you pound and grill. He also ordered grilled scallops, served on an identical lettuce bed..these had been earlier pregrilled and warmed to plate.
I ordered a fresh fillet of halibut grilled. ALL fish dishes come with "Sweet Mashed Potatoes." aka mashed sweet potatoes and asparagus. Weird. The asparagus had not been trimmed at the bottom, so you had to do your work cutting around the woody end.
Greatest disappointment was the tableside fish filleting. You can order a whole fish which they will fillet tableside. Not entirely true. They will cook a whole fish, then the manager will try to spoon the column and pin bones out tableside...a lengthy process for him. While doing that, your little plate of sweet mashed potato sits on a tray to the side.
We ordered a mixed berry sorbet. The sorbet was an icy granita, fairly tasteless. More like a chunky snowcone than a sorbet.
Would not recommend, it's much more media hype than skilled cooking!

Incredible experience and such pride of ownership as one of last patrons got the history and tour including the wine cellar. Always checking if we needed anything or any questions but not intrusive ... dimitri was fantastic owner/host. Never got to order dinner as ordered from appetizers and share dishes and got a taste of multiple dishes. Presentation of food was equally good.

This is the best place to eat fish in town. Nothing fancy, it is prepared simply, just grilled to perfection. Grilled octopus salad is to die for.

Food was very good, but the service was not so good. We waited forever on a gin and tonic and were then told that the bartender was distracted. What kind of an excuse is that? We also had to inquire a couple of times about a few other items. Did I mention we were the only patrons there for a while? Inexcusable service.

The Black Olive is a phenomenal restaurant with a vast menu of Greek and Mediterranean dishes that are prepared to perfection. The service is impeccable and Demetrius is a friendly and gracious host.

We come here for both special occasions and at other times just because we love it so much and miss it!

Upon walking in, we were ignored by two wait staff… We waited a full five minutes before being acknowledged and taken to our seats. Our seats were far in the back, which is fine, I’m assuming due to Covid. We then had to wait for water… And I began timing how long we sat there before we work knowledged again. We were just about ready to leave, when someone brought us water and let us know someone will be back to take our order. Our food did come quickly… However a wait staff person never returned to refill our drinks… I had one glass of wine through an entire meal… Normally I can drink at least three glasses. We will not be returning. The service was very poor

Excellent flavor, everything we ordered came out hot and delicious. The red snapper and bronzino were phenomenal!

Owner was very nice and the staff was great! Service was very good overall. Owner filet/deboned the fish in our presence after it was cooked. Nice touch.

Cabernet - thought it should have been room temperature and not cold. Chilled would have been fine, not cold. Good portions.

Grilled Octopus Salad - Excellent
Bread- keep it to dip in salad along with the olives

Bronzni - good flavor
Snapper - good flavor, olive oil and I believe lemon juice or vinaigrette drizzle had a great flavor but it should be heated up before pouring on the fish. It made the fish cold on top. A solid 3 stars.

Should consider adding blinds in back room to block the outside porch area in winter. Looks a bit disheveled.

I would return for dinner, but not necessarily for special occasions. To be fair, getting by in COVID is tough so I’ll give 3.5 stars.

Lobster Bisque - Good flavor, but it was not thick enough

This restaurant was absolutely amazing. From the service to the decadent food. The owner was extremely welcoming and friendly. Everyone was very knowledgeable on the food as well as the wine. We had a very quiet table and could speak to each other with ease from across the table. My partner and I had a very romantic Valentine’s Day thanks to The Black Olive. We will most certainly be back to visit Dimitri and his incredible staff.

Horrible! Fish was not prepared well at all. Service was not attentive. Not going back.

Our appetizers, the shrimp and scallops were awesome. I had the Dover Sole and it was ok, not a lot of flavor, definitely overrated. My wife had the crab cakes and they were not good at all. No semblance of lump crab meat as stated. And they used some strong seasoning, not old bay, that left a bitter taste in your mouth. The service was excellent especially the bartender. I will get lamb chops next time.

Always an excellent meal. Highly recommend.

Demitri and the entire staff are an incredible joy. The food is fantastic, fresh, and wonderfully prepared. Thank you for making all of our experiences with you fabulous!! See you soon.

Our second visit in the past few weeks as early November weather was great. Excellent food and serviceonce again.

My husband was allowed to pick a bottle of wine from their extensive wine collection in the cellar. We had a great bottle of wine.

The dinner itself was delicious. The whole bronzino served with oil and herbs was enjoyable. However, we were disappointed in the desserts. The baklava was yummy. The carrot cake and flourless chocolate cake were not worth eating.

We were seated at a table right next to where cars pull up for their to go orders for the restaurant. Multiple times we had flashing car lights on our faces while we dined.

If the restaurant reconfigured the outside area to protect diners from pick up orders and they added lights and a heater we would go back. Just order the baklava for dessert!

The fish at Black Olive is the best I know of in Baltimore. We love the Mezzes as well