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Dolly Olive

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4.8 (257)
$31 to $50
Italian
527 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR 97205-2304

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
Located in the heart of Downtown Portland, OR on the bustling corner of SW Alder & SW 12th, Dolly Olive centers around Southern Mediterranean ingredients and flavors, with an emphasis on an in house bakery program, fresh made pastas, and Italian aperitifs. Dolly Olive sports an inviting atmosphere featuring soft leather banquettes, warm wood accents, and custom patterned tiles.

We're currently serving brunch & dinner daily with a midday aperitivo hour. Whether you're stopping in for a pre-show dinner, celebrating a special event in your life, or just popping in for a quick bite at Dolly Olive you can expect an excellent experience, start to finish.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Bistro, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Neighborhood
    Northwest Portland
  • Cross street
    Located on the corner of SW 12th & SW Alder
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 257 people are saying

Dolly Olive reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Portland / Oregon

    Italian

  • Portland

    Italian

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dolly Olive offers a delightful dining experience in Portland with "amazing" food and "outstanding" service. Guests rave about its "creative" dishes and "inviting" atmosphere. The menu is perfect for sharing, with standout items like crispy chicken confit and handmade pasta. Perfect for brunch or dinner, it's a must-visit spot for food enthusiasts.

257 Reviews
  1. scott

    Montana1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent and the vibe was relaxed, which I like. I gave it 3 stars for value not because it was a bad value, but it is fairly expensive and you do get what you pay for. So it's not a screaming deal but I'm certainly satisfied.

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  2. Manoj

    Portland1 review

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was good but didn’t blow me away. The atmosphere was good but a little dark.

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  3. Michelle

    Chicago1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Good was great, service was great, overall loved it and would absolutely go again. A little pricy but we went for a birthday and it was well worth it.

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  4. Beth

    Portland8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We loved that we got to share food and try many things. Everything was bright, fresh and delicious! We ordered arancini, raviolini, cauliflower, farro salad. All SO good!

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  5. Sandra

    Portland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    10/10 on all of it. The food was amazing. Fresh, vibrant, unique flavors.

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  6. Janet

    Charlotte3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 27, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was excellent but the pasta portions were too small for sharing and for the price, frankly.

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  7. Jason

    Portland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They got us 30 minutes before our 745 reservation time which was amazing. Staff was great, fun, energetic. Food was and drinks were great.

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  8. John

    Denver6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This may have been the best pork chop I have ever eaten. The food here is absolutely amazing. Great service. Dolly Olive has quickly become one of my favorites in PDX!

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  9. ruth VIP

    Portland40 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 18, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    It was ok, no where near Mucca Ostrea.Serving divided among serving staff so no person knows your table. Waited for a glass of wine to have with food, did come until all food finished

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  10. Erin

    Portland17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 13, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    We used to go to Bistro Agnes and were so sad when it closed. Thankfully, Dolly Olive came to save the day. We enjoyed dinner a few times at Dolly Olive but the brunch is actually a better experience. The ambience is quieter, the staff more chill and the food is still outstanding and frankly, who doesn't love brunch? There is nothing on the menu that is disappointing - this restaurant embodies everything that is amazing about the PDX food scene.

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FAQs

Dolly Olive offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (503) 719-6921.

Dolly Olive is rated 4.8 stars by 257 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 29 times today
Google Map for Dolly Olive

527 SW 12th Ave, Portland, OR 97205-2304

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Located on the corner of SW 12th & SW Alder
  • Neighborhood
    Northwest Portland
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Daily 10:00 am–3:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 3:00 pm–4:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Italian, Bistro, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
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