Oliviana Ristorante & Bar Italiano

We went out to eat with a friend and didn’t have a reservation, but the front desk was very helpful and accommodating. We decided to sit at the bar, which turned out to be a great choice. The atmosphere was lively, and we especially loved the live music it really added to the experience. The bartender took excellent care of us and was very pleasant throughout. The restaurant was also very accommodating to vegetarian preferences. Upon our request they prepared a pasta dishes from the menu per our test which we really appreciated. Overall, we thoroughly enjoyed our dinner. The Mediterranean salad was fantastic, and I absolutely loved my pasta. Great service, delicious food, and a fun vibe definitely a place we’d return to!

The wife and I went out for an anniversary dinner. We did not have reservations; however, we were fit in perfectly fine. There was a nice booth that we were seated in. The musicians were setting up and began playing a little later. The food was very, very good. The gluten-free noodle option was also very good with the shrimp scampi. The Doughball appetizer was outstanding. We had an excellent time, and we enjoyed it thoroughly. We will definitely be going back.

We went to dinner at Oliviana on a Wednesday evening without a reservation. Fortunately, we still had a table to sit outside. Both outside and inside there is plenty of space. But if you want to sit inside, I advise you to make a reservation. It seemed full to me. We were served by Michael, very pleasant and friendly man. We took a bottle of wine together, which are cheaper on Wednesday due to a promotion. As a starter we had the bruschettas and tuna tartare. Both very tasty, only the bread was maybe just a little too hard. As a main course we had the shrimp pasta and the Greek pizza. Delicious 👌 I definitely recommend the Greek pizza! So many different flavors. For dessert we had the cheesecake, which was also delicious. We will definitely come back to try the other dishes!

I love eating here! The food is great!! Must try it!! The food is fresh and I asked and was told prepared daily! The dressing are made in house. The Caesar and ranch are amazing!! I wish I took more pictures of our food. Drinks were great as well.

I decided to try Oliviana Ristorante in Augusta. I was seated about 4:45 pm Sat 9/13/2025, party of 1, since I called my children at short notice and none are available. It is a lovely restaurant and greeter (Marianna) and waitress (Laney) are very nice. (Forgive me if I misspelled their names) The Porkchop Marsala was perfection, I loved the asparagus (instead of fingerlings) and broccolini. I have been searching for a Tiramasu dessert this tasty and moist for decades! I finally found a slice of Tiramasu that is better than the first wonderful piece of tiramasu I ever had! Very happy there was enough left of the meal and dessert for leftovers tomorrow! Even the decaf coffee and cream after dessert was delightful! 😁

Oliviana is a great place for a family dinner or a romantic date night. Despite being a large restaurant, it has an intimate and cozy feel that makes the experience special. We started with the bruschetta, which was excellent—fresh and flavorful. The carbonara was good, and the lasagna was just okay. However, the service was outstanding, and the overall vibe was lively and fun. I’ve heard they have a band on weekends, which sounds like a fantastic addition to the atmosphere. Overall, I would definitely recommend Oliviana for a memorable dining experience.

I love Italian food but just did not love it here at all. Based on all of the other reviews though maybe it's a regional thing. I've been here twice and both times disappointed. I've had the chicken marsala and chicken piccata neither were great. I had them bring me an extra lemon to put in the piccata just to give it flavor. I had the tuna tartare and it was ungodly. It had a very sweet then sauce which did not match the avocado and tuna. The worst part was the tiramisu. Worst I've ever had an ate one bite and left the rest. I hate giving bad reviews but feel like I should share. The other part this time as far as environment, was that the place is nice but I don't want Christmas music playing before thanksgiving. Personal preference on that one.

The food was okay. I've definitely had better. The carbonara was probably the best thing that I had, and it was just okay, maybe a bit too salty. The rigatoni vodka was bland and the pasta noodles were all broken - very visually unappealing. Also, the rigatoni portion was child-sized, a lot less than what you would expect for the price. The calzone was overcooked (nearly burnt) and under-filled. The serving size of the chicken parmesan was plentiful, almost enough for two people, but I didn't have a bite so I am unsure of the flavor. The risotto was the consistency of paste and tasted of black pepper. Would not eat it again. The serving size of the calamari was nice. The coating was very crisp, but they were too lightly seasoned. The marinara dipping sauce was good. I did notice that the taste of the marinara changed with each dish, so it was very inconsistent. Our server, Mary, was very attentive and did a good job. They had live jazz music when we were there, which was nice to hear while sitting outside. If you were inside the restaurant the volume would have busted an eardrum.

If you're dining at Oliviana's, you're in for a treat no matter what day you go, the team If you visit on Monday or Wednesday, make sure to ask for Miss Jay White, she is absolutely amazing. My family loves her! If you happen to go when MJ or Dalton are working, lunch, they're incredible as well, so attentive, kind, and professional. On any other day, you can't go wrong with Mason. Solid service, great energy, and always makes you feel welcome. And a special shoutout to Joey in the kitchen, he's amazing, kind, and so understanding. You can tell he puts love and care into every dish that comes out. To all of you at Oliviana's, the Brown family loves you and we're so thankful for your care and consistency. You make every meal feel like home.

I'm always a little nervous trying a new restaurant. We made a reservation for 7pm on a Saturday. The reviews made me nervous about slower service, but we didn't face that issue at all. Oliviana's surpassed my expectations. Dimly lit with a Jazz band playing some nice tunes, the vibe was set for a perfect girls night. I started out with a mocktail that was refreshing and not overly sweet. I ordered the crab cake as my app and for my meal I went with the Filet. The crab cake was full of flavor and I wanted to savor every bite. The Filet- just WOW!! Easily one of the best filets I've had recently. Truly sooo good. The sides meshed perfectly and really brought the meal together. I was so full but I had to order a cheesecake to go. After enjoying it back at the hotel I can confirm it was also delicious. Our waitress was Mya and she was beyond sweet and attentive. Thank you for keeping us laughing and being a breath of fresh air. Overall I believe this place is a Gem, and if I'm ever back in the area I will be returning.

My husband and I had high hopes for this restaurant turned out to be a disappointment. We ordered the ricotta meatballs, 3 small meatballs with a dollop of ricotta on the side and over spiced. The bread they serve is definitely store bought, not that good crusty Italian bread at all. I had the shrimp scampi which tasted fine, my husband had the lasagna, which he said, seemed more like manicotti. But again tasted fine. Now for dessert, never order the tiramisu. I can't even imagine making it the way they did. The ladyfingers were dry, absolutely no coffee whatsoever they make it with caramel?? To top it all off we felt that our waiter was inconvenienced by us being there! High point is that the shopping center it's in looks really cute.

With the relative new expansion we have enjoyed coming to eat dinner regularly as there is now more seating available. The food is always amazing but we recently tried a new appetizer, the truffle garlic dough balls, and they were so pillowy, light and delicious.

We were in town this past weekend for the Augusta National Woman's Amateur and needed something to refuel after walking 7+ miles! When we got there we were told it would be around an hour wait but we could be seated immediately if we didn't mind sitting outside. It was a gorgeous night so we choose outside! Service was great and food was delish! Our table ordered Shrimp Scampi, Rigatoni Alla Vodka, Truffle Chicken Pasta, and a kids Alfredo! We also all had a side caesar salad. Everything was so good! If we are ever in the area we will for sure be back!

Pretty great steak here. Steaks at restaurants are severely overpriced everywhere, but it was a good cut of ribeye.

Tia was amazing and made our anniversary special and paid attention to special details when we didn't even realize. Highly recommend

This place is a go to for me and my wife. Whatever night it doesn't matter you will be glad you went. The ambiance/vibe and service are top notch. Food is off the charts too. shout out to the bar tenders as well.

Things began rocky... disagreement over reserversation. Don't want a disagreement before I eat. A couple more couples after us was thoroughly reprimanded for not having reservations. They were walking thru talking loudly to them. Bruchettea and tea arrived promptly. They're both very good. Still waiting for food. Barry loves his very tender chicken And pasta. My spaghetti bolanese tasted very different from the last time . Pasta tasted fresh , unseasoned, tasteless.. Bolanese... tasteless ground meatball Was here 4 weeks ago. Food was really really good. Tonight. I am highly unsatisfied. Service quick, attitude Ambiance. Very Good Inside outside and bar dining Juanita

Elevated Italian with charm and flavor Oliviana's brings a bit of upscale flair to the Augusta dining scene, and it's quickly become one of my favorites for a polished yet relaxed night out. The service is consistently excellent--shout out to Dalton for making our experience especially welcoming and attentive. The appetizer selection is strong (highly recommend starting there), and the menu overall is robust without being overwhelming. You can tell there's intention behind the dishes--classic Italian with thoughtful twists. Great wine list and well-crafted cocktails round out the experience. Whether you're out for a date night or catching up with friends, Oliviana's strikes the perfect balance of refined and approachable.

This is a good place for a last minute date or after work dinner. The service is good but the pasted was just okay. I found the marinara over salted. I didn't do my normal yelp check to see what was recommended so maybe I can go back for a second date and try something else on the menu.

The food here is absolutely terrific. Austin took such good care of us, and made some wonderful recommendations. What a gift to have this fine eatery just steps away from the golf course. Try the truffle pasta, it's to die for. Oh, and the music slaps. xoxo

On last Friday, 22 of us in our marriage group celebrated the holidays at Olivianna's in their private dining room. It was a perfect setup; laidback but yet a tinge of intimacy. The district manager was helping me over 2 weeks with dinner arrangements and communication was very professional. Our waitress for the evening did not miss a beat despite the fact that she was serving 22. To my knowledge everyone enjoyed their food. I have not dined here for dinner since they closed for renovations. I could tell that they must have hired a new chef or just brought new ideas to the table because they moved up several stars in food taste and presentation. All you could hear were oooh and awww as the food started coming out. Beautiful!! I had the pan seared salmon with roasted delicious carrots and switched out my rice for broccolini. I am a sucker for a Caprese salad and it didn't disappoint. My husband's steak was perfect and we also enjoyed the side of meatballs with ricotta cheese. I was impressed and would like to return soon.

We were craving some good Italian food and decided to try Olivianas on a Friday evening. We called and made a reservation for 3. When we arrived we were given the choice of indoor or outdoor seating. The weather was nice and cool so we opted to be outside. Our waitress was wonderful and gave us great recommendations. We started with drinks and calamari. Then we ordered our main courses. We got a margarita pizza and chicken piccatta. The chicken piccatta flavors seemed to be unbalanced, the lemon flavor was overpowering. The noodles were good and chicken was moist, but we just couldn't get over the strong lemon taste. The margarita pizza was ok. The mozzarella was very thick and it needed more basil. It wasn't the best we've had, but also not the worst. We like 2 or the 3 drinks that were ordered. The rosemary grapefruit refresher and Kentucky Waterfall were winners! The cannoli dessert was delicious and perfect for sharing.

We had the Margarita Pizza & Spaghetti Bolegnese. They both excellent. The service was great. My new favorite place in Augusta.

Oliviana's in Augusta, GA is an Italian restaurant serving up some awesome food and great drinks. Food: We ordered the chicken parm on a bed of spaghetti which was served hot and tasty however way too much cheese (never thought that was possible)... The chicken Marsala was perfect, flavorful, tender chicken and served hot also, we had a shrimp Caesar salad that we really enjoyed. Oh, let's not forget the Manhattan I got from the bar. Service: Our server was great, just was on 5 hour energy or caffeine... something. Seriously, he was attentive, friendly and very patient as we took sometime to decide what to eat. Ambiance: The decor is ok, nothing that would raise eyebrows however intimate. I like how the dining room is physically separated from full bar. Recommend: oliviana's is great for date night or any special day dinner. The people are great and most importantly the food is good.

Some of the best spaghetti bolognese I have had! Highly recommend and Caesar salad was great also.

I had a lunch meeting with someone new to the area whom I had never met. I suggested Oliviana's and I was not disappointed. The service was spectacular and the food even better. My guest was blown away and her thank you note described our meal as beautiful and delicious, which it was. I ordered some of my lunch favorites for us to split. Greek salad (easily big enough for 2) the Greek pizza (never too much Greek) and the meatball appetizer. We had plenty to eat and even had leftovers that were beautifully packed in a to-go box. We sat in a booth by the window in the bar area which gave a well lit and comfortable space to visit. This is why I always recommend Oliviana's to my friends new to the area. My favorite.

If I could make this a 10 star review here we go first of all the server was very attentive and lovely! The food was fantastic and very well flavored. We received a free cannoli at the end of our meal. The server packed our leftovers for us. We look forward to coming back for another great meal.

I so wanted to like the food here because the decor, ambiance and location are amazing. However the food was bland and basic. I did enjoy watching the kitchen and pizza makers.

I walked in and sat at the bar. It was very cold in there. I looked around and over half the people had coats on. Key thing is freezing while trying to eat is no bueno. I was recommended by a friend to have the pizza. It was good but so salty it burnt my tongue. I flipped it over and the crust was loaded with large salt crystals that I had to scrape off. I had the margarita pizza. It did taste good sans the salt bath. Bartender was super nice helpful and very prompt. Another key downer is staff whining at the bar while doing tickets. The guy in the picture called his guest "stupid". And said "these lazy people can just one bill and cash app each other." Yeah no to him. If I do ever sit down he will NOT be my waiter.

We came here on a Sunday night. One of only a handful of local (not a chain!) restaurants open on a Sunday night. The service and food was incredible! Atmosphere was great too! We had a reservation and was seated on time. I'd definitely visit this restaurant next time I am in Augusta!

If you haven't tried Oliviano's it is a must try. The staff is amazing. The food is great. It is an Italian restaurant and pizzeria so order accordingly. The atmosphere is business casual but definitely kid friendly. This is a great restaurant in a cute little shopping nook of Surrey Center. If you want Italian that is not commercialized than try this restaurant.

Delicious pizza with fun flavors. We ordered the Margherita, Carne, and Dolce & Spicy pizzas. Lots of toppings that were spread evenly throughout. The crust was really yummy too - and not too large.

If you have dental issues DO NOT get the ribeye. I was not the least bit impressed with the steak. Super tough and came with a large garlic butter lump on top. I was always told.... If it's a good steak, you don't need to top it with anything. Guess that holds true. We also ordered the salmon which left a lot to be desired as well. The positives were the restaurant decor and waiter were both nice, but that's about as far as it goes for this place.

Service was okay, ambience is nice but no go on the food. Being from New Jersey, we live and die Italian food. With that said, we have lowered our expectations having lived all over the world and the US. Oliviana's was a major strike out. The calamari was either tough or undercooked. Online it was stated to be a Happy Hour selection but not so. The crab cake was tasty but too much salt. The pizza considering that they have a brick oven was a total miss. It was bland and didn't have the crispy crust that we requested.

I love the Greek Pizza. I was very disappointed to find it is not available on the lunch menu.

Almost 1 year ago I wrote a far less than rave review about Oliviana's. At the request of a friend who really wanted to eat there I went back with a party of friends, slightly larger than the previous time and at approximately the same time. So, more or less that same conditions as before, and the results of this visit was .... Great, honestly the food was wonderful, and service was, like before, topnotch. I'm giving them a 5-star review because well, they were that good, and this is coming from someone who complained about them previously.

Food is consistently good. Pricing is reasonable and the restaurant is good for casual dining or a special occasion.

I come here every year for my birthday and the food is amazing you have to try the smoked salmon the service is super friendly and the ambience is really nice and calming

Food was delicious and very appealing in presentation. I haven't eaten at Olive Garden in a few years and was pleased with my dining experience.

Just okay. Disappointed with the food every time we've gone. Definitely overpriced for the quality. Overcooked noodles, and the sauce was so salty my tongue was burning. The service was good each time we've gone and the drinks are always great! Just wish the pasta dishes were better. We tried 4 different dishes for reference. I would like to give the pizza a try.

Olivianas has the best customer service ever! I love the Greek Salad, pizza, and cheesecake. It's a great atmosphere for families and perfect for date nights or friends nights as well!

First and foremost... FOOD IS GREAT!!! However, I want to order online but the website will not allow me to make any changes to the entree... for instance, I want a Greek pizza without pepperocinni. Website does not allow me to add notes. So the only way I can order what I want is to call it in... big disappointment

We went in late Sunday evening to just grab a couple cannolis. The inside is GORGEOUS. The cannoli was not great- filling was not firm. I am no food expert, but my family being from NY I love my cannolis so this was a disappointment. We will be coming here to try their food though! Will update once we do!

Called in to go and picked up. Orders were correct and on time. Great service and amazing pizza. Good price too

Food was very good, we wanted a local dinner spot and this was perfect! Sat down right away and our server was quick.

Met up with a friend here while I was visiting for town. There was a slight wait (about 15 min or so), but by the time we were seated we were met by our server who was extremely energetic and knowledgeable! I got the lasagna and we started with an appetizer.. both were delicious! And food came out quick! Which I can appreciate at a busy restaurant.. this has been added to my list to come back to when I visit home. Definitely a most go!

Too woke for me. We were there the night Trump was shot. They didn't allow the TV to be put on anything involving the shooting because it is "too controversial" the bartender said that the ownership wouldn't allow it. I will dine elsewhere

Great service, fantastic food and the Italian Margaritas are memorable! The pizzas are the best in town and all of their Italian dishes taste homemade!

For starters let me say, that in general I love going to Oliviana's. The atmosphere and the staff have always been a cut above, but lately I've noticed some slippage in the kitchen. Last Tuesday I ordered a simple pasta plate with meatballs, as did my companion. To our surprise the pasta came out just short of mush. The pieces of rigatoni were so overcooked that they were falling apart. O's is ostensibly an Italian restaurant, but their kitchen got an F for the most simple of all Italian dishes.

We always feel like family when we go there. The food is always so good. I had a calamari appetizer and a wonderful Greek salad with salmon. My husband had the rib eye steak - just perfect. If you are looking for a special cocktail - try the Augusta 76 (it's a play on the French 75 - but so much more).

Nice place to kick back at the bar or dining room alone, a date or with friends. Husband and I were greeted right away and seated at a good table. Waitress was friendly, warm and knowledgeable about the menu. We ordered drinks, appetizer and entrees. The waitress, Ashley, spaced our food and drinks out appropriately. All of the food was served piping hot and the drinks were nicely chilled. Management even stopped by our table to ask if we were enjoying our visit. We will definitely try to get together soon!

The ambience, the food, and the staff. Thank you guys for a great night out. We appreciated the hospitality. I highly recommend this restaurant for brunch with girls, couples nights, mom didn't cook nights, and any occasion . I can't wait until the renovation ends and the new additions are complete so I can come back and dance. Thank you again.

Great place in Surrey!!! Met a girlfriend here in Augusta during Masters' week for apps and drinks, and we had a blast!!! Good food, great drinks, and a whole lot of fun learning to salsa!!!! We sat at a high top in the bar area. Next time we'll be sure to get there early, so we can be closer to the dance floor where all the action happens! There were lots of couples on the dance floor jamming and periodically an instructor would belt out some step instructions and perform the sequenced steps for all to attempt. Soon after the crowd followed her lead. We loved the music, so hats off to the DJ! We noticed a few dancers meant to entice you out of your seat onto the dance floor which eventually happened to us!!! Learning to salsa was really fun!!! Our drink of choice on this evening was the Expressotini. They were delicious!!!! For an appetizer, we decided on the bruschetta also great! After a certain hour, they offer a limited menu including only a few apps and their pizzas. We shared a Quattro Stagioni pizza topped with prosciutto, artichoke, mushroom, black olives & mozzarella. The food and overall experience was simply delightful!!! Will definitely visit again!!!

Their pizza is so delicious! Their dinner plates are pretty big so if you had a late lunch, you could definitely share the entrees. Nice outdoor seating

Dont know what they did to their Pizza it looked like pretzel sticks with a bunch of parmesan cheese on it & oil. Oliviana used to have the best Pizza in town, not anymore!!!

This was my second visit to Oliviana's. My first visit was over 6 years ago and I don't really remember what I ordered. Oooh but honey, I won't forget this. My mouth is watering as I type this! I ordered the Stromboli. It came with mozz, pepperoni, sausage, meatball, and I asked our waiter if they could add ricotta in it. They did for no additional charge! This was sooo good. The bread alone was hot and crispy. Dipping it in the paired marinara was excellent. I can't wait to go back. I will stay just, FYI: They were out of a few items (mainly seafood) due to availability. & staffing challenges. (Which is happening universally). This was printed on the bottom of the menu.

They have pulled out all the stops for ambiance and aesthetics. Great happy hour menu and love the staff espcially Elliott!