Im a big Italian food lover and the pasta was great! Literally to almost perfection! The quality of the food was amazing, you can tell they take passion in making sure all the food is made with fresh produce. We were seated in the outside patio and the environment was warming. Plants, fresh, breeze, old school pizza machines. Such a good vibe. read more

Milo and Olive - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

This review is based on a Saturday visit dining at their backyard patio. Why is that important? One of the main reasons I am taking some points off this experience is the setup. They have metal tables and chairs with loud speakers blasting music that echoes throughout the space. Add in loud crowds and kids dropping utensils, and it makes the whole environment pretty unpleasant. As for the food, we ordered the garlic knots, a croissant, the hanger steak, the peach and hot honey pizza, and the wood-fired vanilla bean pound cake for dessert. We covered a good amount of their key items. The main takeaway is that while everything is cooked well, but the dishes really lack flavor. I dine out to get flavors that are not easily made at home, and unfortunately, I did not find them here. The food lacks depth, and frankly, it needs salt to make it stand out. The pizza dough is actually really well prepped, easily as good as Pizzeria Sei, which is the best pizza place in LA, period. But again, it just lacks flavor. Also, as a small side note, there is a 4% employee health insurance surcharge added to the final bill. I probably just missed it listed on the menu somewhere, but oh well. Overall, it is a decent place, but I would not go out of my way to come back here. read more

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I had such a mixed but ultimately great experience at Milo & Olive. The food? Honestly incredible. Everything we ordered was packed with flavor and felt really thoughtfully made. The Diavola pizza I ended up choosing was so good--perfect balance of spice, richness, and that classic wood-fired taste. The bolognese was super authentic and just oozing with flavor, and the Caesar salad totally surprised me--in the best way. It had these tiny crunchy crumbs on top that gave it such a unique texture. BUT I have to mention something that really threw me off. I asked one of the pizza makers which pizza she recommended because I was stuck between a few options, and she paused, looked at me, and said, "I don't really like the pizzas here." I genuinely didn't know how to respond. I even had to double-check with my friend to make sure I heard her correctly. It was such a strange moment... especially because the pizza ended up being amazing. On the flip side, our server was fantastic. Even though she was clearly slammed, she kept checking in and made sure we knew she hadn't forgotten about us. That level of attentiveness goes a long way. Overall: incredible food, great service, but one very confusing interaction. I'd definitely come back..just maybe skip asking the pizza maker for recommendations next time read more

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The Milo Breakfast sub avocado for bacon is so good! So is the vanilla latte. Love the space, too. read more

Milo and Olive - Milo Breakfast and Clover Farms Yogurt Housemade Seeded Granola - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Amazing pizzas. It makes sense why this place exists. It's there to fulfill your pizza desires. Don't worry, you'll get some veggies, too. The salads are killer. Loved the chunks of pepperoni in the salad because why not? Espresso martini hit the spot. Gave me a boost and a feel good vibe. Just what I needed. Service will be top notch. Not sure on which pizzas just ask. That's what we did. read more

Milo and Olive - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Milo and Olive is a lovely brunch spot with ample street parking (pay by the hour). They have off-menu items at times, and during brekafast, the three-cheese omelette was it for the day. I enjoyed that with an iced latte, and it was simply delicious. Service was fast, friendly, and efficient, though it did take the staff a bit to welcome me in. I ended up waiting out at the front; perhaps they thought I was planning to order coffee. The three-cheese omelette was a light meal. Imagine three cheeses and scrambled eggs, except make it milky, fluffy, and light. That's exactly what it was, a light meal paired with fresh greens. The iced lattes here are great, too. It was neither too dark nor too light, and the creaminess was good, too. It does get a water if you like to take your time, but it was otherwise a very enjoyable drink. So much so that I had to return for seconds an hour later! read more

Milo and Olive - Three Cheese Omelette, Iced Latte - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Had the pleasure of dining here. The pizza was outstanding and the tiramisu was delicious. A special thanks to our server, Taryn, whose attentive service and positive energy made the experience even better. read more

Intimate dining in Brentwood. The food is very overpriced with limited options. I was craving pizza, but unfortunately when I went, there weren't many options that had a lot of meat. The pasta I ordered was very delicious and small. This place does seem quite popular with folks as it's a nice dress-up dinner place. Service of the place was great. I have no complaints there. There is plenty of street parking available. Overall, this place would be good for the ambience and pictures. read more

Milo and Olive - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Absolutely amazing! I always drove past this restaurant peaking in every time, I'm so happy I finally made it inside! I cannot express how incredibly delicious, fresh, and beautiful this restaurant is!! The food am amazing, the pastry to die for I'm usually not a sweets person, but my friend & I shared a small dessert & I found myself wanting to order another one. The pastry was light, fluffy, not too sweet, tasted home made in my grandmas kitchen I cannot wait to come again and try something different. The service was attentive & we were sat at the bar next to where we can watch our food being made. read more

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Loved the caccio e pepe (spelling?) service was great and food comes out fresh, hot and really tasty. I sat at the bar -seats could have been a little more comfortable though. Especially for older crowds. read more

Milo + Olive is one of those places that completely surprises you. From the outside, it's very unsuspecting but once you step in, it's quaint, cozy, and always buzzing in the best way. The menu is consistently great across the board. The pizzas and pastas never miss, the desserts are genuinely yummy, and the cocktails are finely crafted and well balanced. Honestly, I can't think of a single bad meal or item I've had here. Service is always friendly and attentive, which makes the experience even better. Definitely plan ahead and make a reservation because it gets busy for good reason. Street parking only, but it's worth the extra effort. This is one of those reliable go-to spots that delivers every single time. read more

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A go-to brunch spot when I want to splurge! The pizzas are incredible here and so are some of the other brunch dishes. I've gotten the Breakfast pizza, the garlic knot (amazing!), the chopped salad and a breakfast polenta. Everything is always top-notch -- including the coffee. The patio is also wonderful if the inside is full or gets too loud. A must-visit in Santa Monica! Just a heads up that parking can be challenging during certain times of the day. read more

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I was searching for a fun birthday lunch spot for a coworker and found Milo & Olive. It turned out to be the perfect choice. I made a reservation for five and when we arrived, a nice table was already set for us. The space has a cute, cozy charm and was bustling the entire time we were there. It is clearly a popular Santa Monica lunch destination. To start, we shared the SPICED MARCONA ALMONDS $9, served warm with olive oil, fennel seed, and chili powder. They were lightly spiced, aromatic, and completely addictive. We also ordered the warm M+O BREAD with extra virgin olive oil and added local burrata for $11. The bread came out perfectly warm with a crisp crust and soft interior, and the creamy burrata paired beautifully with the rich olive oil. Next, we ordered the MILO CHOPPED salad $25 to share among the five of us. It is packed with pepperoni, pickled chili, olives, red onion, fresh mozzarella, garbanzo beans, cucumber, and red wine vinaigrette. The salad was generous in size and hearty enough to split, with bold flavors from the pepperoni and pickled chili balanced by the freshness of the vegetables and mozzarella. For our mains, we chose two pizzas to share. The WOODSMAN PIZZA $31 features tomato sauce, wild mushrooms, housemade sausage, mozzarella, and chives. It was savory and earthy, with the mushrooms and sausage adding great depth of flavor. We also ordered the MARGHERITA $25 with tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, and basil. It was simple, classic, and beautifully executed. Both pizzas had thin, crisp crusts with just the right amount of chew and high quality ingredients that really stood out. We wrapped up with freshly made coffee drinks, which were smooth and well crafted, a perfect ending to the celebration. The service was quiet, unobtrusive, and attentive throughout our meal. Overall, we had a wonderful experience. The food quality was excellent and the pricing felt fair for what you receive. I can absolutely see why this is such a Santa Monica lunchtime hot spot, and we will definitely be back. 5 stars read more

Pros: super cute ambiance outside with the patio and twinkle lights, the inside looked very moody/romantic; server was super nice; food came out quickly; the GF veggie pizza without cheese (to make vegan) was really tasty Cons: the $21 peach-tomato salad literally had one tomato (or less) and one peach's worth of fruit. It was so tiny. Great flavors but ouch on price. Similarly, my partner accidentally ordered a $10 bottle of sparkling water while I was in the bathroom (so be specific about wanting normal water if you don't want to pay!), pizza was pricey and again pretty small. The menu is well-labeled for gluten free and vegan options but I honestly felt like there weren't actually that many of either option. TLDR: if you don't care about money or specific food allergies/preferences, then by all means, come here because it's very cute and decent food. If you want vegan protein options and/or higher value food (ie more reasonably priced), I'd skip. read more

Milo and Olive - Gluten Gluten-Free Veggie Deluxe Pizza without cheese - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

We went to Milo and olive for brunch. We found street parking. The location is right across the street from Erewon in Santa Monica. The place is decent for brunch. The service was fast and efficient. It has an easy going vibe inside. We got the following items and they were all ok. Nothing really stood out. Good but not great: Breakfast Pizza Spaghetti Cacio E Pepe You can skip: Rosemary potatoes AGCT Pizza Cinnamon Roll Not sure we would be back but I am glad we tried it. read more

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Milo & Olive serves one of the best mushroom pizzas in Los Angeles. The mushroom pie is outstanding and easily the star of the menu. The flavors are rich, balanced, and the crust is done beautifully. It is one of those pizzas that keeps you coming back for another slice. Pair it with a giant garlic knot and a salad and you have the perfect meal. This place feels a bit underrated in the LA pizza conversation, but it absolutely belongs in the top tier. read more

Milo and Olive - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

I admit, I've avoided this spot because it felt overly hyped. However, I've now repented of my ways. It was great. I get what people are talking about. 1- I didn't realize they had a counter/bar height seating. I love this. 2- The execution of the food is impeccable. It's so hard to find a good omelette that's cooked perfectly, isn't burned, isn't too thick... they do this French omelette right. The service was great. The staff is friendly. The ambience is really nice. Gentle and light and lovely. Oh yeah- The bread is like stupid good. read more

Milo and Olive - French Omelette - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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Really solid margherita pizza, salads and service. Nice atmosphere. Only taking off a star because of that 4% health service fee added to the check. When a salad is a hefty $25 do they really need to make it a $26 salad after this fee? It's an irritating end to a nice meal, just factor these expeneses into your dish pricing please. read more

Delicious cuisine. Fantastic fresh ingredients. The veggie deluxe was incredible. I've also been for the breakfast pastries and they were yummy too. Cute ambiance. Great music. Good vibes. Not a very diverse customer base or staff, but cute spot. read more

Milo and Olive - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

This place has been on my list for years and I finally got to try it out this week! My husband and I walked in without reservations, but the hostess found a table for us to sit at without a wait. We tried the Garlic Knot, Crispy Chicken Milanese, Pappardelle Bolognese, and Pepperoni + Mushrooms pizza. The garlic knot was nicely baked--crispy on the outside and soft on the inside. I would've preferred for the garlic to be softer and almost spreadable, but I like how unique the dish is. The chicken had a crispy breading, but simply tasted salty. Overall, every dish seemed to be made well in terms of texture, but for some reason they all lacked a good balance of flavors. The entire staff was friendly and helpful. The food came out with the proper timing. The area was pretty busy on a Friday night and all the metered spots were taken, but parking was fairly easy with free 2-hour street parking on the side streets. read more

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Love Milo and Olive. A staples in Santa Monica for years. Love the outdoor seating in the back and never had a bad meal or service. Love the pizza and the salads. Excellent place to hang and enjoy dinner. read more

My mom brought me here for brunch last weekend (til 3pm Sat & Sun) and we were both pleased with our experience. We didn't have a reservation but were seated right away at one of their tall tables by the pizza oven. We discovered afterwards that there's a lovely little outdoor patio out back. Maybe they were full when we arrived and so it wasn't an option for us, but it looks like a nice place to enjoy a meal. The Quinoa Salad (snap peas, pickled red onion, avocado, goat cheese, chicory, arugula, jammy egg, lemon vinaigrette) is not something I'd normally order for breakfast, but it sounded good and tasted incredible. Solid choice. My mom had the Spaghetti Cacio e Pepe and said it was exactly what she'd wanted. My cortado was okay though a little flat and not enough froth. With whole milk that shouldn't have been an issue. Pastries looked delicious but we were too full at the end to order any. Will come back for pizza as it also looked very good. read more

Came here on a Friday night for dinner with my partners and I think it's my favorite italian place on the west side so far! We got the garlic knot as an appetizer and this was our first having a TRUE garlic knot. The whole head of garlic was inside and the tomato sauce it paired with was delightful. We shared the mushroom and pepperoni pizza -- super yummy for all of us mushroom lovers and the papperdelle bolognese (not pictured)-- I LOVED it. I would back just for this. We had their pound cake for dessert and it was a nice sweet and caramel taste. Parking was easy along the street. We walked in around 6 pm and there were plenty of tables! read more

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My first visit here and it didn't disappoint. Everything on the menu looked amazing so I decided to create myself a small tasting menu. I got the arancini's to start and they were fantastic, followed by their special chicory Caesar salad with anchovy dressing, which was to die for. The Bolognese was really good and their special short rib, ravioli they didn't miss the mark. I finished off with their pizza and the dough was superb. Had a glass of wine and overall dinner was fantastic. Service was really good. Everyone is so friendly and willing to do anything and go out of their way to make your dining a true experience. And the ambience is cute and cozy perfect for a small hidden gem. read more

Milo and Olive - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

We had 10:45AM reservations for brunch and it was good. It wasn't crowded on Saturday mid morning. I would say it was only about half full. Street parking wasn't bad, but you might have to park a few blocks away. First thing you notices is they have small good looking casing of pastries. The pastries look very tasty. We'll probably just need to get pastries next time. My overall experience doesn't leave me to return. We got the French omelet which was just okay, polenta fries which were worth ordering again and a hot skillet dish which was just okay. Our server was nice but the first person who came to take our order wasn't so sincere in his service. So 4 stars for the service and 4 stars for the food. I almost want to give it 3 stars since the bathroom didn't have paper towel. Which to me shows a lack of attention. I hope the staff were washing their hands. read more

I love great Italian food, but I have a gluten intolerance that makes it hard to enjoy a really good pizza. But Milo and Olive's GF crust was just exceptional. The cheeses and toppings were top notch too... but the crust, the crust! It was well leavened, a bit chewy and the perfect base for the fresh, whole ingredients on top of it. I also had one of the house-made sodas. Yummy! read more

Food 5/5 Service 5/5 Ambiance 5/5 Cozy italian restaurant in santa monica! Hubby and I came from the pier and wanted a little snack before heading home and he wanted me to try their famous garlic knot! It was my first time and omg it was soo yummy. Slit the knot open and you'll see both white and black garlic oozing out. There was plenty of whole garlic confit in the knot and I got a bowl of tomato sauce on the side with calabrian chili oil and it was the perfect way to end our night. Just note the sauce and chili oil will add $8 to your bill. We also split an M+O salad and hubby liked it. I'll def be back for the garlic knot!!! read more

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I used to really love this place and it's still very good, but I recently went in for pizza and it was very underwhelming. I sat at the bar and watched the guy make it who was very nice. But they skimped a bit on the ingredients and it was not evenly distributed. I had the Diavolo pizza ...they could've put more of the basil, and a bit more pepper. We had to add pepper to make the pizza taste full. This place is great, but I probably wouldn't come back anymore for the pizza. read more

Great place, great food! Don't like how they try to up up the cost with the water options/ 11 dollar custom sodas but Ayo other than that pretty fire the service is great had to get a side of marinara with the meatball sub because it was so dang dry‍ but then the service clutched by giving me a MASSIVE amount of marinara sauce on the side ‍. The ambience was kinda mid actually like my dad thought the place was closed because they don't be allowing enough light in on a good sunny day. read more

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Milo and Olive is a casual Italian spot with modern decor. It offers a handful of tables inside, as well as a hidden outdoor patio seating area in the back that's quite lovely. I thought the pizzas were terrific, and I'd certainly go back again for a pie. I was a little disappointed with the garlic knot -- there was way too much garlic for my taste (I thought it would be more like a garlic butter center, but it's just straight garlic cloves. read more

The service was very kind and quick to accommodate my friend and I for a delicious lunch. We tried several dishes, but what really stood out to me was their pesto pasta. The pesto sauce is made from scratch and is so refreshing. By far one of the best pasta dishes I've had in my life. The chicken meatballs were also delicious, with aromatic spices and a wonderful tomato based sauce. We also had the Diavola pizza, which provided an interesting mix of sweet with the hot honey and savory with the spicy salami. The indoor area has a rustic Italian charm mixed with modern art work. read more

The arugula salad- highlight for sure. Milo and olive is a staple date night spot and pretty reliable. Pizza is good, pasta is good, the chocolate pudding is a really nice dessert. Honestly highlight for us was the arugula radicchio salad! Garlic knot is a fun order but ours was just burnt a bit. But still pretty good overall. read more

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I love this place so much. I was so annoying with my allergies today, but the service was so sweet and so understanding and I felt so welcomed and so appreciative of the service. The server was New, her name is Taryn, but she handled it with so much grace and kindness, that I want to come back and support this business as much as I can, even though I am annoying! Thank you for the delicious meal and dealing with us so well! (count this as a double review from both of us at the table) read more

Milo and Olive - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Their patio is currently closed, so no dogs other than service animals are allowed. Street parking.

I absolutely love Milo and olive . The pizza is always cooked to perfection . Do yourself a favor and also grab the famous garlic knot . Service is pretty speedy and really love how friendly everyone is . read more

I'm sorry I didn't try this place earlier. It's SO good. The food tastes so fresh and delicious. Our table ordered the Margherita pizza, potatoes, and garlic knot and every single thing was amazing. I also got their iced strawberry matcha latte with oat milk and it was so so good. Maybe my new favorite matcha! I was in heaven the whole time I was eating here. They also have a bakery that I didn't order from but I'm definitely going to be back for that. The staff were nice and the interior was cute. read more

We tried a few dishes, the squash pizza, one of the salads, and the garlic bread. Everything tasted fresh and flavorful. The squash pizza had a great balance of textures and a nice depth of flavour. The salad was crisp and well-dressed, a perfect complement to the heavier dishes. The garlic bread, while delicious and incredibly fragrant, was very rich -- practically swimming in olive oil and garlic. It was fresh and satisfying, but definitely on the heavier side. We also had a few cocktails, which were thoughtfully crafted and very tasty. Prices were on the higher end, but the quality of the food and drinks mostly justified it. The restaurant is relatively small with limited seating, and we didn't notice any outdoor dining area. Parking is street-only and can vary depending on the time of day, so be prepared for metered spots or a bit of a walk. read more

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Been to Milo and Olive for both brunch and dinner and both times had a great experience. The entrees are great and all the appetizers we tried were fantastic. The mushroom pizza flavors were incredible, the tomato and peach burrata was amazing, and we had a great time. The wait was not too long, the layout and ambiance is wonderful, and parking wasn't too tough on the street only maybe 50 feet away. read more

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Such a great restaurant. The food is such high quality. It seems like everything is homemade. It's an open kitchen next to the dining room, and the chef and her team are right there. We sat at the bar and were a few feet from the wonderful people making our food. Everyone there is so nice. A wonderful restaurant. The garlic knot is very different but amazing. read more

SPAGHETTI + chicken MEATBALLS Al dante spaghetti!!! Had a wonderful bite. Tomato sauce is strong and flavorful. Meatballs are hearty and a good companion. It doesn't taste too heavy. It has whole garlic pieces that are a creamy flavor bomb! AGCT PIZZA Impressed with the paper thin crust!! But still held the cream and toppings so well. The standout was the whole garlic pieces that becomes so creamy. Truffle oil smell is strong but its taste could be stronger. Came in on a holiday wknd Saturday around 5pm and was seated right away! Outdoor patio seating is chill and spacious. Street parking was pretty chill too. Service is friendly and prompt. read more

Milo and Olive - AGCT pizza. Creamy garlic! - Pizza Near Me - Santa Monica, California

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