Set out on the fringes of Palm Island, L'Olivo Ristorante is a romantic, award-winning venue in five-star hotel, Rixos The Palm Dubai.
Interiors here are kept bright and breezy, with generously spaced tables and sleek wooden floors throughout. Leather chairs bring a touch of rustic Italian charm while the playful artwork of men eating spaghetti adorning the walls leave you in no doubt about what kind of food you’re about to enjoy.
As with many of Dubai’s best restaurants, L'Olivo Ristorante features huge floor to ceiling windows that flood the space in daylight when the sun is up and afford diners striking views of the cityscape come the evenings.
With a buzzy bar down one side of the space and a grand piano being tinkled on as the sun sets, you’d be hard pressed to find a more atmospheric Italian restaurant in Dubai. Diners here praise the lively vibes and delicious food, with a menu that focuses on Italian classics. Kick things off with a genius selection of cold meats that are served with salad and bread making this house special an ideal sharing platter, or plump for your own plate of rich and indulgent oysters served with decadent caviar.
For mains you’ll be treated to refined Italian classics, ranging from rich pasta and risottos (some adorned with gold leaf, no less) through to luxurious cuts of meat, all presented in a striking and modern way with unusual garnishes or twists coming as standard on each plate.
Staff at L'Olivo Ristorante are renowned for being approachable, fun and knowledgable, so are always on hand should you have a question or want them to make a recommendation. In a similar vein to other Italian restaurants, the family vibes permeate throughout the whole venue, allowing you to fully relax in the warm ambiance and immediately feel at home