The Original Green Olive - Downey

I would not recommend this place to anyone, tried this place on 10/25/22 only to get the worst stomach flu the next day and continuing to battle today, and have been bed ridden and making runs to the toilet every 20 minutes. I had to miss a wedding oftwo of my important friends due to the flu i contracted from then food here. The employees at this restaurant needs to practiceproper hand hygiene or wash the salads better.

I really enjoy this restaurant. The hummus is tastier than store-bought, and the chicken is usually cooked just right – moist and fully cooked, making it easier for me to eat healthier. The filet mignon is tender and flavorful. I love the green sauce, and it keeps me coming back. I place my order and then park at the nearby park to enjoy my meal, as the dining area is quite small and the tables can be sticky. However, I still give this place five stars because the service is generous, and the portions are substantial. I highly recommend calling in your order to save some wait time.

Waited 40 minutes for our order. Kept inquiring about it and was told it?s coming up it was a sandwich soup and hummus. How long could that take? Wasn?t that crowded either. Once we got the food I was hoping it would have been worth the wait. Itwasn?t. The chicken vegetable soup has like a medicinal, not in a good way, taste to it. Sorry not pleased Green Olive with theservice or the food Won?t be going back.

This was my first visit, and I had heard so many positive things about this restaurant. I ordered a simple kid's meal for my elderly mom, along with an extra skewer and dessert. After waiting for 30 minutes, I finally received my order to go. I asked the staff member if it always takes that long for to-go orders, and she mentioned that she had to get the baklava out of the freezer. At that point, I was feeling pretty discouraged and didn't even have an appetite anymore. I'll just have to see what my mom thinks of the food.

I happened to pass by and decided to give this restaurant a try, and I was pleasantly surprised. The beef fillet wrap is incredible! The food presentation is impressive, and the banana slices are a nice touch. It's a shame that the restaurant is far from my usual route, or I would definitely come back again and again. I highly recommend it! The green sauce is absolutely delicious.