!!!!CASH OR CHECK ONLY (no joke and they have an ATM inside)!! So we finally got to check this spot out in Pittsford on Schoen Place. I'll be honest, we completely missed it at first (our fault!), but it's actually across from Label 7 or Level 7 or whatever it's called. The restaurant offers both indoor seating and snd area for outdoor dining during warmer weather. It's a smaller space but has a nice, casual feel, with Greek-inspired photos and decor on the walls. They seem to do a steady mix of dine in and takeout. We arrived around 5:15 PM on a Saturday, and it quickly filled up. Service was good, though it appeared to be just the owner and one other person running tue front of house they were definitely hustling. The menu is fairly extensive, though I'm not sure how many vegetarian options are available. We started with the fried calamari, which came with lemon and a dipping sauce (possibly garlic). It was good, though not standout. For my entrée, I ordered a platter with gyro meat and chicken, served with rice, tzatziki, and salad. The flavors were solid, but the rice was unfortunately lukewarm. I asked for extra tzatziki, which came in handy because my husband's gyro sandwich didn't include any, something that surprised us. Thankfully, I had enough to share. He did enjoy his meal overall and said the fries (ordered on the side) were tasty, though $6 for a side of fries felt a bit steep. Whatever I also had a glass of Greek white wine, which I enjoyed. Their wine and beer selection is small but decent. Overall, the food was good and the atmosphere welcoming. Just a heads-up: it's cash only, and because of the limited space, it's probably a good idea to call ahead if you're going with a group. Parking is shared in the area. I'd come back. read more

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!!! I've been to Olive's several times over the years, always at someone else's suggestion, and the experience has been consistently disappointing. On my most recent visit, the portions were extremely small for the price, and the food itself was bland -- often covered with mediocre cheese as if to compensate for the lack of flavor. The watermelon gazpacho was simply inedible. Service was equally lacking. Our waitress never smiled and felt disengaged throughout the meal. The details of the dining experience also felt neglected: worn plastic water glasses, cheap silverware, and bees swarming the outdoor seating area with no effort made to address them. We had to move inside, where the noise level was so high it was difficult to hear -- no acoustic attention to detail at all. At the end of the meal, we were told it was cash or check only and directed to their ATM. Using it meant paying service fees both from the machine and from my bank, which added unnecessary cost to an already overpriced meal. Overall, the service, atmosphere, and value have been consistently poor, and the restaurant feels overpriced for what it offers. I won't be back again. read more

First time customer and will be returning. Our food was all amazing and took less than 10 min from ordering to being served. Fresh ingredients and very tasty! We sat outside and it was beautiful. Very casual. They only accept cash or check. read more

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Pretty good food service was slow it also felt really empty. Otherwise, the spaghetti was good.

Cute little Greek Italian restaurant in a mall. I've been here a few times for take out and to dine in. The shrimp tacos are decent, the Greek salad with chicken is probably my favorite. They only take cash though which is annoying. read more

So delicious and fresh! Big fans of Greek and have had it at countless restaurants--Olives is a place that does it well while many others attempt bland and underwhelming Americanized versions. Great to go on a day where you can sit outside, very bustling atmosphere. Appreciate the unique less-seen options like cod fish gyro, really flavorful and perfect textured. Would be great for quick lunch takeout as well. read more

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Went there for lunch with my wife today. There are 2 pasta dishes - one labeled spicy and the other not. I ordered the non-spicy pasta due to acid reflux. The dish came, and the pasta was spicy! Too hot for me. I told the waitress, they apologized, offered to replace it, but too much time had gone by already. Disappointing that the menu does not label its food correctly, or the cook did not make it correctly. So word to the wise - don't expect non-spicy pasta! Dr. D read more

Delicious and authentic Greek food. Offers indoor and outdoor seating with beautiful decor. Quick, knowledgeable service. Clearly displayed specials. read more

The food and service were excellent. I've eaten here many times and it never disappoints. Just remember to bring cash because it doesn't take credit cards. read more

We sat outside on a beautiful sunny day and had a delicious meal! I was surprised by how much I loved the skordalia dip and my husband was also pleasantly surprised by the fish and (Greek style) chips. It was a late lunch, so there weren't many other guests, but the service was quick. Very happy with our meal. It's cash only but there is an atm inside read more

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The food is very good and freshly prepared. Service depends on how busy it is. My biggest complaint is the noise. We have stopped going there because we cannot hear one another if it's the slightest bit busy. Too bad. I did like it. read more

Solid spot for some Greek food, plentiful portions and reasonable prices. I went with a group on a weeknight and we had quick and friendly service. The place has a bit of a hip vibe with specials written in chalk on the wall. It was fairly crowded and felt great to have a post-Covid real dining experience. The food ranged a bit. My wife and I absolutely loved the moussaka! It was baked perfectly with meat and long strips of eggplant on the inside and a cheesy top. You could really taste the cinnamon spice too! Fantastic dish. The veggie appetizer platter was pretty good. It had tasty, thick hummus and a bunch of pita. It had grape leaf rolls which were good but a bit on the bland side (no meat, just rice). And it had fried eggplant which we enjoyed although it was very oily (a bit overwhelming). We also were excited to try the beet salad which was on special but were a bit let down. The salad was fine but there were not very many beets (see pic). We expected a salad mainly of beets but it was more like a mixed salad with beets as one topping. read more

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Consistently good salads and gyros with some of best lamb and beef blends for their meals, that can be found locally - this place has long been a cash only business and this is still the case no digital or credit cards and important note for takeout orders. The interior dining space is intimate/ or small- a nice option is dining Al fresco when the weather is nice and they have the seating out front off of Schoen place. read more

Staff was very friendly. We went on a Friday night, did not have reservations and they were able to get us in ASAP after a short uncomfortable argument between staff members. I would definitely recommend making reservations if You are going here. This place is very small. Server was efficient and friendly on a busy Friday. Food was ok. My moussaka was burnt/over cooked on one end making it hard and crusty. Flavor was pretty good, I wasn't expecting it to be on the sweeter end. Very cinnamon potent. Fries were typical. Nothing special, but pretty good overall. read more

Olives Greek Taverna - Green fries - Greek Near Me - Pittsford, New York

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My family and I came in for lunch at Olives, and it was lovely! I really love the interior as it feels very homey. My mom and I both got the Olives Gyro which is gyro meat, feta cheese, tzatziki, tomatoes, and onions. The gyro's delicious and so flavorful! The veggies are tzatziki was super fresh and yummy. I also got a side of their Greek fries which have olive oil, oregano, lemon, and feta. I would not order them again as they were a bit underwhelming for the price. Finally, for dessert, we had the Coconut bread pudding, which was my favorite part of the whole meal. It was so tasty. I would love to come back again and try some new things. read more

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Went out to dinner with my family! Food was pretty good, its hard to find authentic Greek tastes as a Greek individual but this was pretty close. The coconut shrimp with tzatziki was a wonderful combo. Also dont be surprised with how the spanakopita looks, its very filling! The outdoor seating area is very nice and wonderful when the weather permits outdoor seating. There is no music so if you prefer the serenity of the outdoors this is a good spot for you. Service was alright, i assume that because it was later in the evening energy was low, but our waiter didnt seem very inclined to interact. But overall a great place with a great selection! read more

Olives Greek Taverna - coconut shrimp - Greek Near Me - Pittsford, New York

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First off, this is a cash or check only establishment. This is a gem. I ordered the Souvlaki with keftedes, amazing meal. Finished off with a homemade coconut cake. Best authentic greek meals I've had. Nice cozy atmosphere, wonderful service, and walking distance from the Renaissance Hotel. I will be back. read more

Olives Greek Taverna - Coconut Cake - Greek Near Me - Pittsford, New York

The restaurant has a gorgeous patio with plenty of seating. Great for a nice fall day. We started with the fried coconut shrimp which was delicious. It had a nice, light, crispy batter with fresh tzatziki. I got the chicken portabello wrap which used a nice, fluffy pita. The chicken itself was not intrinsically flavorful, but the portabello mushrooms had their classic, juicy flavor and the yogurt-based sauce was very nice. The star of the show was the Greek fries though. They served these beautifully fried fries that had a crispy outside, with a perfectly cooked inside. Every single one of these fries had the same exact consistency. That is impressively difficult! Well made fries are no joke. read more

Olives Greek Taverna - Grapes on the vines! - Greek Near Me - Pittsford, New York

One of my favorite restaurants in the Rochester area. Cute spot with good service and reasonable prices. Food is always excellent. The Greek fries are to die for, I could seriously eat my weight in them. The saganaki is also tasty, like a fried cheese curd but with some extra tang. read more

Olives Greek Taverna - 3 Small Dips with grilled soft pita, Greek fries, Hummus and pita chips, Saganaki with grilled soft pita - Greek Near Me - Pittsford, New York

Cute and cozy little restaurant at Schoen place Very friendly service Place was hopping on a Wednesday night! Great variety on menu- we tried three different gyro pita and loved them all- hummus is thick and creamy. Note- cash only so come prepared read more

Olives Greek Taverna - Gyro sandwich with fries on the side - Greek Near Me - Pittsford, New York

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Spicy feta gyro $6.79 with fries $3.50 I recently visited this spot for a work lunch. We had made a reservation in advance and were seated outside, as we planned to bring my coworker's dog. The highlight of the meal for me was the gyro. It was good, reasonably priced, and had just the right level of spiciness. I just would have liked more spicy sauce and cheese. Since we stayed outside, I didn't get a chance to see what the interior of the restaurant looks like, but overall, it was a good outing. Food Insta @postedforu read more

Olives Greek Taverna - Spicy Feta Gyro - Greek Near Me - Pittsford, New York

Great place for Greek food! Small and intimate. Greek salad was awesome. Gyro was great but Pita was burnt on ends. Pulled ends off. Carrot cake was phenomenal! Cash only and sodas are by the can. read more

Cute place along the Erie Canal. Outside and inside seating. Indoor seating is cozy but nicely decorated. Very affordable and the food was delicious! Also, very friendly staff:) read more

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A long time favorite that never disappoints. Good Greek food, fresh made with great flavor. I always start with the soup. In summer, it's watermelon gazpacho! Perfect cold summer soup. Finally diced veggies with just a hint of heat. I could live on it. In cooler weather I always have the avgolemeno - a chicken, rice based soup . Warm and filling with the fresh lemon flavor . Another favorite. I guess I'm a traditionalist - I choose the gyro,with tzatziki and a Greek salad. Again, the flavors are spot on. I've had the spanakopita as well - and it's always just right. The outside or inside dining room is up to the guest. The inside is charming and low key comfortable - I always imagine that it's what a taverna in Greece would feel like! It's A reliable go to in Pittsford where there are many others to choose from , but somehow I always go back to Olives. OPA! read more

Great food and service. One of the best Greek restaurants we've visited. Located in a nest little town with outdoor seating. read more

Olives Greek Taverna - Gyro platter - Greek Near Me - Pittsford, New York

Stopped in for an early dinner. Service, food and ambience were fantastic! I had the Salmon Filo, and my wife had the Pangasinan white fish. Both were fresh made and very good. They have a great selection of wines and beers, including some Greek ones, along with a good selection of fresh-made desserts. Definitely worth a return trip! read more

The restaurant has a fun Greece-inspired look. It was a great spot to stop for dinner. The servers were pleasant and attentive. Best spicy gyro I've ever had! We also ordered the Cranberry Walnut salad with added chicken. Delicious! Portions were large. Note: cash only read more

I could live on Olive's chicken in phyllo and have practically done so throughout COVID as a takeout. It's heaven. My husband and I finally got back to eating there inside tonite. Our young blonde waitress was so pleasant and accommodating ! Our meals were not quite up to par . The skordalia was not as good and seemed to have too much potato . The coconut shrimp were missing the Tabasco (?) and didn't have the pop of flavor which it needed. Also, the chicken in phyllo seems to be smaller . I'd prefer to pay more for the larger size. All in all though Olives food is fabulous ! The warm slightly puffy pita is excellent as is the Greek salad . read more

I'd visited Olive's years back and didn't recall being impressed. However, upon this recent visit deliciousness prevailed. The gyro with spicy feta is actually really decently spicy. The wrap was soft and fresh. I suggest ordering a side of tzatziki sauce, theirs is nice and thick. The veg appetizer platter was good, with the highlight being the crispy eggplant, wait no the garlic spread, no the dolmades, no..... read more

Olives Greek Taverna - Village platter - Greek Near Me - Pittsford, New York

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Another gem in Pittsford, small quant establishment with huge amounts of character, charm and flavor. The pita bread is soft and light. Make sure to try their fries "Olive Style." Be sure to bring cash/check...no cards accepted. Kinda odd, but hey rules are rules. Enjoy!! read more

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Olives is always a go to lunch stop while I'm in town! Their Pangasius fish special in the summer is a favorite as are their sweet potato fries- "Greek style" aka covered in feta cheese and their house vinaigrette! You really can't go wrong with anything on the menu! They have a lot of Greek classics and also some fresh takes on the cuisine. Service is super friendly but not always fast depending on the crowd and how many servers there are that day. And be forewarned they're cash only but there is an ATM on premise... read more

Olives Greek Taverna - Pangasius fish special - Greek Near Me - Pittsford, New York

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Delicious fresh Greek food, from a vast menu, with daily specials, and menu Staples. In the summer there is dining out doors, and since it is the neighborhood place, it is full of people you will know, or if you don't already you soon will. It's that kind of place. Like a big Greek party. Service is friendly, and quick. Prices are moderate, and it is a great place to stop for a bite to eat. read more

They have a great location right in Pittsford village. My party got the gyro platter, greek salad with gyro meat, and shrimp taco special. The greek salad was excellent. The gyro platter was good but the serving size was a bit lacking. As far as the shrimp tacos go they were subpar. I have included a photo of the two tacos, each with two shrimp. For a $15 entree I would hope for more than four shrimp. The greek fries were excellent however. Overall I will be back but will steer away from the seafood. And I'm sure others have mentioned but bring cash, no check or credit accepted. read more

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Olives Greek Taverna is one of our go-to places to grab a quick & healthy lunch. My wife & I both like a late lunch, which is a perfect time to visit Olive's. I like their gyros & my wife usually orders one of their salads. They have some unusual takes on the gyro, btw... my fave is the Cuban. Staff is laid back there... don't be surprised if your waiter sits down on one of the outside walls to take your order. While I haven't tried their Greek fries yet (not eating much fried food these days), it IS one of the most popular items on the menu. Crinkle cut fries with feta cheese and dill. Think of it as their take on poutine. One of these days we'll have to venture in for dinner. Till then, it will remain one of our favorite spots for lunch along the canal. read more

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Definitely a great place to eat safely outside after a long walk along the canal. Great service and yummy healthy Greek food! It does get a little busy so if you're going on a popular night, maybe make sure to make a reservation because outdoor seating is limited to about 6-7 parties. I would recommend their dolmades, incredibly fresh! Remember to bring cash if you can, if not they have an ATM machine. read more

About once a year we dine at Olives. This time we were here with some friends. We had a reservation which was good since it was a busy Saturday night. The server was friendly and efficient and she answered all of our questions. We started with an order of the Saganaki - I know it is goofy but I really like it when they flame it table side. Despite no fire here it was very tasty (and salty as usual). The pita was very fresh. For our meals we had the spicy feta gyro (very good) with Greek Fries (nice and crispy, not soggy), the gyro platter (good but the chicken was overcooked and dry), the lamb meatball special (good, not great), and the salmon (I don't recall the verdict on that dish). Overall a pleasant experience. I'll come back just for the spicy feta gyro.... Oh yeah, don't forget to bring cash since they don't take credit cards. read more

Olives Greek Taverna - Gyro Plate! Tasty! Also included a side salad. Excellent sauce! - Greek Near Me - Pittsford, New York

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The food was very good. We enjoyed all the items. The dolma was many many pieces. Our server was pleasant, helpful and checked on us just the right amount. The ambiance is a room. It could have been and old real estate agency. Not fancy but fine for lunch and groups. read more

Shocked by the number of good/okay reviews. Cash only, using COVID as excuse. Manager and waiter rude off the bat. Never asked if anyone wanted drinks or drink menus at all (thanks, saved my money and my liver). Bugs everywhere. Large salad is small. Chicken is small. Very Overpriced, even for Pittsford. Wasted my money, don't be like me. Fries were good though. Order some feta cheese fries and then leave Is my advice. Or go to Aladdin's. read more

Not sure if it was an off day, but service was horrible! I'm not one to write a bad review ever. It wasn't busy at all when we went for a Monday lunch, but we felt like we were an inconvenience the whole time. We waited around for awhile before we went up to a waitress and asked if we could have a table. She said she had to clear them off and then we could sit. We waited outside for 10 minutes and she didn't come back out. So we decided to just go to the coffee shop, too bad they are closed on Mondays. When we went back around she was outside clearing the tables and we decided to try again. She was rude but oh well, we were hungry. We sat down, and had to deal with her poor attitude. I thought it was just us, but then the other waitress was rude to an older couple and a man with his dog trying to get a seat. They all left. I wish we did. The food was good, though. read more

Heads-up, this place is cash or check only. Luckily we had enough cash .... but it was close! Thanks to a recent Yelp Review of the Day recommending Olives for a nice Greek dinner! We had an errand to run at Towpath Bikes (also highly recommend!), and the weather was nice enough to take a brief walk along the canal. So grateful for the canal and the cute restaurants and shops in Schoen Place! Got back toward the car and spontaneously decided to grab some dinner at Olives. The hubs had just had some positive news about a work project, so we thought "let's celebrate by eating out!" We shared the fried calamari app. I got a glass of the crisp Cote du Rhone white wine. For entrees, I had a gyro wrap and he had a falafel wrap. All was tasty and service was attentive and efficient. The owner might have been the one to wait on us -- she was soooooo nice and knew so many of the other guests by name, and what they'd ordered in the past -- that's impressive! read more

Olives Greek Taverna - Fried calamari app and Cote du Rhone white wine - Greek Near Me - Pittsford, New York

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