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Olive and Oil

Shop 19a, Lillies Lifestyle Centre, Hillcrest, South Africa
031 765 6214
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Ranked #1 of 9 restaurants in Hillcrest
Cuisines: Mediterranean
Dining options: After-hours
Most recent review
- 21 May 2013
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Dining options: After-hours
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94% Recommend
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Northampton United Kingdom
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3 reviews 3 reviews
2 helpful votes 2 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 NEW

Situated on the first floor of a small shopping centre in Hillcrest (about 20 miles from Durban) this is a particularly good restaurant. I have eaten there several times in recent years including hosting a 65th birthday dinner for myself and eleven others. I have never had any disappointment. My last meal was Rack of Lamb served on a bed... More

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Richmond, United Kingdom
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2 of 5 stars Reviewed 10 April 2013

Having read the reviews we had high hopes, the service was good as reported and the meze starter we shared was also tasty. However the recommended wine and main courses were found wanting, portion sizes were too generous and the calamari in particular was a bit tough. This, combined with the price left us disappointed, not up to the standard... More

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Durban, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

Great atmosphere! Prompt polite service by knowledgeable enthusiastic waiters. Lunch specials, starter a main and a bottle of water and glass of wine for R 99.95 I had the fish cakes followed by Garlic/Lemon prawns and shared a Crème Brule....with my hubby! 3 course meal is R119,95 Wonderful venue for business, family and couples!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2013 via mobile

Keep returning to Olive & Oil for the amazing food and great service. Make sure that Kelsey serves you and also have the Cheesy Lango Tails for appetizer... Yum.

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Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2013

My girlfriend and I recently had the pleasure of dining at this establishment. The food was certainly beyond par. It was straight forward and wholesome, modern and trendy and much to my delight did not carry the pretentious nature that can be found most modern chic establishments. The service is also another high point with the staff being responsive and... More

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Durban, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 February 2013

Had a great lunch yesterday our waiter Charl was excellent. My family thoroughly enjoyed themselves.

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Durban, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 January 2013

Great food and service by Kelsey. Awesome restaurant all round enjoyment .Come here often:-). Love the best of both worlds, rib night and lunch menu. The best olives and the tastiest gorgonzola salad Yum!

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Durban, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

Love Olive & Oil Hillcrest - there is always a welcoming atmosphere, food is fantastic & service brilliant. Kelsey Fisher has been my waitress on a number of occasions - she is friendly, knowledgeable, works well under pressure when the restaurant is busy & always makes my visit to Olive & Oil worth while. keep up the fabulous restaurant &... More

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Hillcrest, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 14 January 2013

We had our Grandmother's 80th at Olive and oil It was perfect, our waitress Kelsey was the BEST!!!! The food was amazing and we didn't have to wait hours. We had our own room which we booked and it was the perfect atmosphere

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Kloof, South Africa
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 January 2013

Great food, cracking service, awesome atmosphere. A thoroughyl enjoyable evening. Thanks to Kelsey for her happy and warm service! Will be back soon!

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