Nestled in Koreatown, this charming spot serves up a delightful mix of unique vegetarian and vegan dishes with a welcoming vibe and attentive service.
"This restaurant and wine bar in Koreatown charms from its intimate dining room where marble tables are topped with candles and flowers. The vegetarian menu displays both Korean and Mexican influences in dishes like breaded, deep-fried oyster mushrooms with a gochujang dipping sauce and fried squash blossoms filled with fully vegan macadamia ricotta, served on a bed of a pumpkin seed sauce." - MICHELIN Guide
"We can’t think of a better option for a vegan date night than Olivia. This Koreatown spot has leather banquettes, bistro tables, and a menu of shareable dishes that are a bit more upscale and inventive than your average plant-based cafe. We especially love their crunchy fried green olives, served on a bed of creamy ricotta made from macadamia nuts and drizzled in honey. The rest of the menu is full of solid options like a Neapolitan-style pizza topped with sunflower seed mozzarella and a plant-based crispy chicken plate. " - nikko duren, garrett snyder, sylvio martins
"Olivia serves Korean- and Mexican-inflected vegetarian dishes at a Koreatown strip mall under the direction of veteran chef Mario Alberto. Artist Anderson Paak, who is of mixed African American and Korean heritage, is a co-owner." - Matthew Kang
"This restaurant and wine bar in Koreatown charms from its intimate dining room where marble tables are topped with candles and flowers. The vegetarian menu displays both Korean and Mexican influences in dishes like breaded, deep-fried oyster mushrooms with a gochujang dipping sauce and fried squash blossoms filled with fully vegan macadamia ricotta, served on a bed of a pumpkin seed sauce. Nut-based white sauce and slow-roasted tomatoes add terrific flavor to the crispy and airy pizza. Finally, marjoram olive oil cake, served warm with a smooth and creamy passionfruit curd and stewed strawberries, brings it all home. The wine selection is curated by the chef/owner and is available by the glass or bottle." - Michelin Inspector
"Olivia serves a range of cuisines from chef Mario Alberto (Laurel Hardware). There are some dairy-free and gluten-free options too, making the menu friendly to a wider range of folks with different dietary preferences and restrictions." - Virali_Dave, Eater Staff
