Olive Branch Restaurant is an absolute gem! From the moment you walk in, you're welcomed with warm hospitality that instantly makes you feel at home. The food is nothing short of incredible--fresh, flavorful, and clearly made with care. Every bite tastes authentic and perfectly balanced, from the tender meats to the vibrant, seasoned sides and freshly baked bread. The portions are generous, the ingredients are top-quality, and everything comes out beautifully presented. You can really tell this is a place that takes pride in its food and service. The staff is friendly, attentive, and genuinely passionate about what they do, which makes the experience even better. Whether you're coming for a quick lunch, a family dinner, or a relaxed night out, Olive Branch never disappoints. It's easily one of the best Mediterranean restaurants around and a place I'll keep coming back to again and again. Highly recommend! read more

Nice place, but not good food. We ordered BBQ and some appetizers. The BBQ was served with soup of the day, which was lentil soup. It was a little bit spicy but delicious. The BBQ was tasteless, and unfortunately, a small piece of hair was in my plate. The price of the food did not match the tasteless food. They need to improve the food. read more

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I've been going here for nearly ten years and it's one of the most consistent restaurants I've been to. Easy five star spot. I've had so many items off the menu and the Tadig is one of my favorites. It's a crunchy rice dish that is topped off by a strew and surrounded by fluffy rice. The crunchy rice is about a half inch thick. It is super crunchy, chewy, and soon to one of your favorite meals. It is topped off by a hot stew that gives you a variety of textures and flavors that leave a party in your mouth you'll want to attend regularly. Not pictured is another one of my favorites and that's the Persian baba ganoush. I love this because the eggplant is warm and soft and it's topped off with crunchy fried onions and a yogurt sauce--not your traditional baba ganoush. I highly recommend trying the Tadig and Persian baba ganoush. Then there are their shish kebab plates which are all killer and no filler. Pictured is the chicken thigh, which is juicy and packed with flavor, but I would recommend trying the salmon because it is so soft with a crunchy skin and I am always shocked that everything always tastes the same as it has for nearly ten years. The ambiance is friendly and the place is clean. The wait staff is always friendly and attentive, and I always satisfied with everything I've experienced while there. They have a free parking lot in the back, btw. The prices are pretty fair, the bathrooms are clean, and there's a guy there on the weekends that plays the keyboard and sings--it's not loud, so it doesn't disrupt the ambiance. I believe this spot is worth your time and hard earned $. read more

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Came for lunch with my dad and was immediately seated. Very clean inside the restaurant and we were served immediately. There was a great selection available. Food was very fresh and we will definitely order from here again. read more

Olive Branch - Chicken breast kebab plate - Middle Eastern Near Me - La Crescenta, California

This has become my new favorite place! Service is great, and the food is always amazing!! Comfort food at its best. When I'm craving a delicious meal that I KNOW will be amazing this is my go-to. Large portions so you'll always leave with leftovers, my favorite :) read more

Olive Branch - Middle Eastern Near Me - La Crescenta, California

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Came to eat here today and was told that they were closed due to cleaning. The door in front was open as well as their back door. Sign did not indicate they were closed. The time was 1:12 pm. I will not be coming here again. read more

It was disgusting! I will never go there again And they're rude . Sad because it used to be a very nice restaurant not anymore. read more

Olive Branch - Meat that is not lamb! - Middle Eastern Near Me - La Crescenta, California

Super disappointed that they are charging $30+ for the lamb shank when it's now apparently a third of the size it used to be. Unfortunate, since this has always been one of my favorite local restaurants. read more

Olive Branch - Order as it arrived - Middle Eastern Near Me - La Crescenta, California

From the moment you walk in, the ambiance feels upscale and inviting--dim lighting, clean decor, and smooth jazz playing softly in the background set the perfect mood. I especially loved the window seating--it added a cozy yet refined touch to the overall experience. I ordered the chicken and beef kabob rice plate, and it was absolutely delicious--perfectly seasoned, juicy, and full of flavor. The barley soup was a comforting starter; I added a touch of salt to suit my taste, and it warmed me right up. The fresh, warm pita bread was the perfect accompaniment--soft, pillowy, and satisfying. The service was excellent--attentive, kind, and thoughtful. From start to finish, it was a wonderful dining experience that I'll definitely return for. read more

Olive Branch - Middle Eastern Near Me - La Crescenta, California

I think the inside of the restaurant could be more cozy but I normally get food to go. It's been very good lately. Lots of food, so tasty!The ladies are always nice. read more

Olive Branch - Raisin rice with chicken thigh kebab. - Middle Eastern Near Me - La Crescenta, California

Food is so delicious don't eat your finger. And also it's so quiet place. I take all my friends and they're like it. read more

Olive Branch - Middle Eastern Near Me - La Crescenta, California

Food was absolutely delicious service was excellent 10 out of 10 great atmosphere great place for a first date hope you all come down and try was my first time here and I'm a La Crescenta boy so to get out of my comfort zone this place says a lot read more

Olive Branch - Chicken thighs and don't forget the hummus was so much food and the price was great - Middle Eastern Near Me - La Crescenta, California

OK. They do something here that just SUCKS. When you order falafel here, they take pre-fried ones that have been sitting around getting cold and rancid and then re-fry them when the order comes in. And God only knows what junk oil they are using. You know, Arabs and Jews fight about a lot of things but I think they would be in complete agreement about this. I asked my friends who run an excellent Lebanese place about this and they were aghast. I attempted to address this issue the next day with management and was given 0% co-operation. Very angry, very hurt, and very disappointed. This place discriminates against vegetarians, and is yet another example of people who are hired to prepare a cuisine they are not familiar with and fail miserably at it. I will ever eat here again. read more

Looking for middle eastern fare in the Glendale area of La Crescenta? This spot on Foothill Blvd is a great little place to fill your tummy. Portions are monstrous and at a great price. Certainly enough food to have two meals. Typically a quiet place and could be considered romantic if you can get a table by the front window. Service is good and attentive. Many to go orders come through here, so it may be a good place to order food on your way home from work. The food was tasty and well prepared, and enjoyable dining experience. read more

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Food was excellent! Big portions and fresh. Service was great also. We've been coming here for years. We love this place. read more

Olive Branch - Chicken Koobideh - Middle Eastern Near Me - La Crescenta, California

I recently visited Olive Branch with my family and all I could say is that the food here is delicious and fresh! The service was amazing and the staff is extremely friendly! I will be definitely be coming back! read more

Foods always been good Now there starting to cheap out 40 dollars for the plate rather go to raffis if it's that much 1 butter in the bag per plate Quarter of a pepper Absolutely ridiculous read more

Súper Delicioso. !!! Ambiente agradable. muy Tranquilo. excelente para pasar en familia. read more

Olive Branch - 10 de 10 !! excelente servicio !!! - Middle Eastern Near Me - La Crescenta, California

Muy rica comida, Muy bonito y acogedor lugar, con atención de primera. Muy recomendado. read more

Olive Branch - Ensalada y bebida. - Middle Eastern Near Me - La Crescenta, California

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Incredible food! A hidden gem in the foothills. Been going for years and they're super consistent, too.

Delicious food and great service. Prices are very reasonable and portions are large.

I don't get enough of their food. My number one place to go to . Great service ! Nice and clean as well. read more

Great food, fresh, flavorful, and authentic. Generous portions, friendly service, and a welcoming atmosphere. Definitely coming back!

Came in for lunch today and really enjoyed the bbq veggies with cherry rice. The portions are generous, so come hungry. I'd love to come back at night as they have a space for live music. Service was great too! read more

My family and I have been coming here for over 20 years. Staff is always friendly, the restaurant is comfortable and clean, and the food is consistently delicious. This is our go-to for local Mediterranean food! read more

Very elegant place with unique Mediterranean cuisine and great service. I recommend the lamb kabob and hummus!

Olive Branch is my new go-to spot for amazing delicious Mediterranean cuisine! The quality of food is unmatched!! The service is absolutely pristine! Everyone here is attentive. What really stood out that I really appreciated the most was the fact that I never had to ask or request anything more than once! It shows how everyone here truly cares about their customers and really wants them to enjoy a wonderful meal. It's a family friendly place where everyone can get together and make great memories. The ambience and aesthetic feels traditional which goes perfect with a traditional meal! Overall, this is my home away from home! Love love it here!!!! read more

I work down the street from the Olive Branch and order out for their delicious fresh salads and other vegetarian dishes. I'm very pleased with the quality and prices of the food. I was getting hamburgers and tacos and fried foods for lunch and decided to move to more healthy fare and I'm so happy that I did. So glad that it is so close and easy to order from. And the staff has always been sweet and accommodating with my orders. I don't believe a better Mediterranean restaurant exists in the area. The food tastes so good and is so fresh. I try different salads and appetizers and wow, that noodle soup is great! read more

The food was fresh and full of flavor! We ordered the hummus, falafel, and chicken koobideh, and everything was absolutely delicious. Portions were very generous and well seasoned. Definitely coming back soon! read more

Amazing food with very attentive and kind staff. Everything was exceptional and the ambiance was very peaceful with easy live music. Ordered the koobideh and shish kebab plate with grilled veggies instead of rice. Went beyond my expectations. Very happy to see so many people from various cultures dine with us. Thank you read more

We love this place, food is awesome and the staff are amazing. We come here every Wednesday night and we tried all kind's of foods. A big thank you to Minoa and Claudia, very friendly people. We highly recommend this place. read more

The food is amazing. We order delivery from them all the time and they never disappoint. The cherry rice is incredible.

The best Persian food in the foothills!! The salmon kebab is my usual go to- juicy- fresh-well marinated and grilled to perfection. The kash-ke-bademjan is the best I've ever had with crispy delicious fried onions! Saturday nights they bring a performer to sing Persian/Armenian/American music. There is nothing not to like here! read more

The food here is delicious! I recommend anyone who's craving Mediterranean food to come try this place. Service is also great and accommodating. read more

I have been coming here for over 20 years! The owner always greets me warmly. Great Food and Experience! read more

Great food! Try the flavored rice. My family loves the orange one. Quick, friendly service. Clean establishment. It can be quiet here, depending on the night. Sometimes there's music. read more

Food is consistently good, and super authentic! My fave is the Cornish hen - perfect to cooked and super moist.

One of our favorite restaurants. Friendly staff and the quality of the food is excellent. We love eating there for not only special occasions but whenever we are craving a delicious meal!!!! Love the quaint neighborhood feel. read more

Olive Branch has been our "go to" middle eastern restaurant for years. However, there has been a decline with certain items on their menu in the past few years. Recently, we ordered one of their kebab dinners which are always great, but our veggie plate combo wasn't fresh, the falafels were as hard as rocks and the tabuleh was awful. Also, the Igra wasn't fresh and tasted like it had been in the refrigerator for a week. Shouldn't all of your dishes be served fresh without exceptions? read more

Good food Great service Clean place. We have been coming here for years. Highly recommended. Workers are very pleasant. read more