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Olive & Basil, La Jolla, CA
Olive & Basil, La Jolla, CA
Olive & Basil, La Jolla, CA
Olive & Basil, La Jolla, CA
Olive & Basil, La Jolla, CA

Olive & Basil

4.0
4
330 Reviews
$30 and under
Mediterranean
Serving daily Lunch and Dinner in la Jolla Cove with an outstanding Ocean View. In the Heart of Girard Avenue, Olive and Basil is the newest Mediterranean Fusion restaurant in San Diego, serving fresh and healthy cuisine. Our chefs have traveled all over the world, bringing their expertise of Mediterranean cuisine combined with a Southern Californian touch. Our Food is prepared fresh daily with our high-quality ingredients from local farms.

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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 3 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Californian
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (858) 412-4912
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining room for all occasions , birthday party, corporate events and meeting, rehearsal dinner, family reunion . Custom menus for groups.
  • Neighborhood
    La Jolla
  • Parking details
    Free parking across the street from Olive and Basil
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 330 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.0
4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.1Food
  • 3.8Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 3.9Value

NoiseModerate

330 Reviews
  1. Cyndy

    Los Angeles

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 15, 2023

    Overall5Food4Service4Ambience5
    The tables seem pretty small for their size plates but the food was great. Went here to host a team luncheon and it was fine. We had to ask for the music to be turned down a little bit so that we can hear each other and there was only 7 of us. Great location and parking could be a little tricky so get there earlier to find parking close by.

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  2. VernickoS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 12, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service4Ambience4
    Dine in day time to see the beach! Cozy patio area nice views.

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  3. Di9Flaca

    San Francisco

    25 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    25 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2023

    Overall2Food2Service3Ambience2
    We sat out on the deck, and there was a large party that was very loud and letting kids run around, and that’s always disruptive, so we focused on a partial ocean view. The ceviche is not your traditional Mexican ceviche or even Peruvian ceviche. It was their interpretation with dye chips, black, red, and white, not what I was expecting. It was our first time here.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    Dallas

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on October 14, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service4Ambience5
    Excellent experience eating outside on a beautiful night. Food was great, very fresh and varied menu. Will definitely be back!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on October 8, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service4Ambience4
    We got seated immediately and I had the beef gyro with fries and it was very good. The food was very good. Service was good, had to ask for drink refills but overall I enjoyed it and I would go back. Right above a busy road so it’s a little noisy but not difficult to talk or anything.

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  6. SueR

    New York Area

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 2, 2023

    Overall1Food1Service3Ambience4
    We came here for Restaurant Week, but it was no deal. Service was friendly enough and fine. Table was good. Location central. The disappointment was the food. Among the 5 of us, only one was "ok" with the food. Hamburger was overcooked. Steak was very tough. Shrimp dish was almost entirely angel hair pasta with sauce (over priced), chicken tenders were actually not chicken tenders, coffee was old and undrinkable (even the replacement we requested was not much better), and tiramisu was icy inside, as if not fully defrosted.

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  7. mggal

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on October 1, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service4Ambience3
    food was terrific--restaurant week choices a real bargain. There was a private party in progress, so service was a tad slow at times, but waitstaff tried to be accommodating. overall a very pleasant experience.

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  8. CKy7744

    San Diego

    17 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    This restaurant had a great menu for lunch. The French fries were outstanding and if it is a chilly day when dining, order the lentil soup. Just the right thing.

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  9. Grace

    San Diego

    53 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    53 reviews

    Dined on September 23, 2023

    Overall4Food3Service5Ambience5
    Service: Friendly staff and server knew what to recommend. Food came quickly. Food: We had the lamb shank and apple walnut salad. Lamb fell off the bone but wasn’t a huge fan of the marinara sauce that it was covered with. Liked the side of veggies and potatoes. Salad dressing was tasty, but needed some goat cheese. Ambiance: We sat on the deck and had a corner table facing the ocean. Nice and private for us. Overall: Cute spot…will return to try lunch and give the food another chance. The wrap, sandwiches and burgers looked good.

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  10. Jason

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 16, 2023

    Overall4Food5Service3Ambience4
    Great food. You would think that with only 4 tables going and two waitresses working, we would have had a little too much attention. Nope, not the case.

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  11. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on September 7, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    I took some coworkers here for dinner and the food was great!

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  12. Jess

    Mississippi

    10 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on September 2, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Excellent dining experience! The food was delicious, the service was excellent, the drinks were amazing and the views were beautiful. I highly recommend it.

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  13. AliE

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on August 20, 2023

    Overall4Food3Service5Ambience5
    Great service, stunning view, tasty food but too pricy for the quality.

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  14. PamS

    Denver

    68 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    68 reviews

    Dined on August 19, 2023

    Overall3Food3Service3Ambience3
    We booked our reservation and were looking forward to having some wine and food in LaJolla. Pretty sure the food is decent as it looked good. However, after checking the wine options we decided not to stay for dinner. The wine options were not only limited they were very cheap wines that sell for $6 retail. As long as you’re not expecting a decent selection of wines I’m sure this place is a reasonable choice for dinner.

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  15. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on August 17, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    I highly recommend the  Chicken chipotle wrap, lamb shank, Shawarma wrap, and the kale salad. The view from the patio is very nice.

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  16. Mellis

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on August 4, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Great view and great service, I liked the rosemary fries and the ceviche.

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  17. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    13 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on July 10, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    Very good place to eat good service good food and a lovely place. I tried the falafel wrap in a roasted pepper tortilla and the ceviche.

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  18. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on July 10, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Stop by for lunch great service, the food is good and a nice view.

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  19. KristineT

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    1.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on July 4, 2023

    Overall1Food1Service2Ambience2
    Food portions is way too small for what the price they are charging. There are many better Mediterranean foods around the area. It just the location being customer in.

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  20. OpenTable Diner

    Phoenix

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on July 2, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Great view of the cove and great food for two or the whole family!

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  21. Mellis

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on July 1, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    This is my first time here at Olive and basil and I can say I’m extremely happy with the food quality and the customer service. I will definitely be coming back!

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  22. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Olive and Basil never fails to disappoint. Everything from the view to the food to the experience was amazing. Our server Joey was very professional and always checked up on us. We ordered ceviche and calamari which are my favorite appetizers there and they were absolutely delicious. My main course was the beef kabob plate and it was so juicy and flavorful, and was really happy with it. The view across the water was amazing and well, can’t wait to come back!!

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  23. BeckyS

    Seattle

    10 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on June 28, 2023

    Overall1Food2Service1Ambience2
    Very slow service. Not very attentive. Food was bland. Way overpriced for the experience.

    1 person found this helpful

  24. KEGE

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    vip
    1.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2023

    Overall1Food1Service1Ambience1
    Check your bill carefully - we were upstairs lighting was poor- we were charged for 2 dishes we ordered but they did not have available (shrimp) so we ordered something else. Was told 3 times to call back for the manager that nothing could be done without his approval . Still not resolved .

    1 person found this helpful

  25. DavidD

    Los Angeles

    44 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on June 19, 2023

    Overall3Food3Service3Ambience3
    The food was just ok. The service was good, and nice location near the beach.

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  26. Cara

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 14, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We had our end-of-the-year team party here and it was fantastic. Fresh food and beautiful view on the glass rail. Thank you to your outstanding wait team. We will be back for team events and more.

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  27. Phil

    Jacksonville

    47 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on June 13, 2023

    Overall3Food3Service5Ambience3
    We were the only customers sitting inside and there were probably just two tables occupied on the patio so dining was a strange experience for 6 PM. Our service was very prompt but the food was just average. Hard to decide if the restaurant has a poor reputation or this was just an unusual evening

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  28. MichaelA

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Spectacular ocean view seating. The food was great, the overall experience was very good and I will be back.by the way this is the second time and I will do it again

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    It is a good place for family dinner. Healthy Mediterranean food keeps you tasty and healthy. The price is good and the taste is good aswell.Grilled salmon and shrimp and guacamole very delicious.

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  30. YvonneH

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience4
    First time here, The dishes here are bomb! I really loved the hummus trio plate they serve. The main dishes are also very tasty and huge! I tried the kale salad and the osso bucco from the special menu. Overall it’s a great experience.

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  31. KarinaF

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on June 3, 2023

    Overall4Food4Service5Ambience5
    The view was fantastic! Everyone enjoyed the food and the service was great!

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  32. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on June 1, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Excellent place. The food was great and every waiter or waitress that passed me was very polite and customer friendly. Stopped in for lunch and my meal was great as was the service!

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  33. Mare

    San Diego

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Great food and service with nice ocean view. The fish tacos was a hit. Coming back for sure.

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  34. bb1769

    San Diego

    37 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    We'd been wanting to try this restaurant, and went with a group of five. We sat outside at a table not facing the ocean (ones nearer were too small), though could sill get a glimpse. Weather was cloudy and a bit cool but no wind, so was pleasant for sitting outside. The menu is creative and different; lots of interesting choices, and wish we could have tried more. We had a variety of dishes - gyros, falafels, salads, pastas. Everyone reported their dishes were tasty. Service was helpful but not overbearing. Wine was good. Overall a nice experience, and hope to be back.

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  35. Jacque

    Orlando

    16 reviews

    2.0

    16 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    Overall2Food2Service1Ambience3
    Need a host and food runners.

    1 person found this helpful

  36. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    My family had gotten the lamb shank, taco trio, and Spanish shrimp spaghetti. The lamb shank was so flavorful and tender and the taco trio was delicious as always. It was my first time trying the Spanish shrimp spaghetti and it was honestly incredible, I definitely recommend. Service is fast, beautiful view, great customer service, definitely coming again!

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  37. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Friendly staff, excellent food, spectacular views. Will definitely return again

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  38. lrh32

    Calgary

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 23, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    I love this place! This was a repeat visit, and though it’s always been good, my food was the best yet tonight! I had mahi mahi…the fish was SO fresh, accompanied by tender-crisp vegetables with butter and a pesto couscous that was spectacular! The heater on the patio kept us warm and allowed us to enjoy the beautiful ocean view. I highly recommend Olive and Basil!

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  39. Mellis

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 16, 2023

    Overall5Food5Service5Ambience5
    Very beautiful restaurant with indoor and outdoor setup for lunch and dinner. Staffs are very friendly and food was tasty too with lots of Vegetarian options. You will definitely love this place.

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  40. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    13 reviews

    3.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    Overall3Food3Service2Ambience1
    Seating was so crowded on the patio. Everyone’s chairs were touching. Zero space between tables. Service took forever. They forgot to seat us with menus so we had to wait a while just to look at menus. The food took forever. Parking was difficult. Restroom lines were long. I wouldn’t waste my time with any of that again. The food was ok.

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FAQs

You can order delivery directly from Olive & Basil using the Order Online button. Olive & Basil also offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Olive & Basil also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 412-4912.

Olive & Basil is rated 4 stars by 330 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Olive & Basil

8008 Girard Ave, Ste 220, La Jolla, CA 92037

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    La Jolla
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Thu 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri–Sun 11:30 am–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, Californian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Free parking across the street from Olive and Basil
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (858) 412-4912
  • Private party facilities
    Private dining room for all occasions , birthday party, corporate events and meeting, rehearsal dinner, family reunion . Custom menus for groups.
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