Olney Grille

I went to Olney Grille thinking I would get a decent dinner. Boy was I wrong! I ordered the Thai ribs and the New York sandwich with Old Bay fries and asked that the sandwich be grilled well. The ribs tasted weird and were VERY soft and full of gristle. I guess they just braise them in the oven. The sandwich was NOT grilled well and was tasteless and had very little cheese and meat on it! The fries had NO Old Bay on them. I brought the sandwich home, added more cheese, some sauerkraut, and grilled it myself. That did make it better but I should have stopped at the store and bought some corned beef since there was barely any corned beef on the sandwich. Going to dinner was a waste of time and money on my part. 🙄🙄🙄

Had the cheeseburger and fries. The buger had great flavor and the fries were good but could've been better. Now on my second visit I had the crab soup, it was filling and had great taste, I went back the next day just for soup, FYI it's a cream base for those who are expected the tomato base crab soup. The service was extremely helpful and the atmosphere is were that hometown fill. I highly recommend checking it out.

This is a great place in Olney for a wide array of food. Not everything is great but they do have fresh fish which always seems to hit the mark. We recently came here for a quick bite. We weren’t super hungry so we shared some chicken wings and onion rings. The chicken wings here are very good, I highly recommend them, especially the old bay dry rub! My daughter got the plain pasta and I got a salad with Blue Cheese dressing. The dressing was a bit disappointing, didn’t have much of a taste so I got some of their peppercorn ranch which was much better. The restaurant is clean and the staff is very nice, overall a good spot if you are not quite sure what you want to eat.

My 1st time here and my lunch was delicious. The salmon was cooked perfectly and my cream of crab soup was nice and creamy with a decent level of crab meat. My server was pleasant definitely plan on visiting again.

My niece recently moved to the area, and I wanted to take her and my son to a nice, local restaurant. Someone casually mentioned nearby Olney Grille, so I looked up the reviews and thought, okay, let’s try it. WOW. What a pleasant surprise! Everything was soooo tasty! I ordered The Hickory Pig, my son got the quesadillas, and my niece ordered the Bayou Shrimp and Brussels Sprouts apps. We also ordered a couple cocktails that were made perfectly (and I barely drink!)! Our server was also top notch. Needless to say our first visit was a WIN, and I won’t hesitate to go back the next time I’m in Olney!

Myself and another person in our party of 4 ordered the full rack of ribs as we’ve had them before. One person sent them back as he thought that his were, according to him, under cooked and bland. I kept mine so as to not embarass my wife in front of the other couple as it was her birthday. I ate three of the ribs and they were fair. My wife had one and didn’t care for it. In the past they were charred more, juicy and the meat fell off of the bone. These were none of those. Other gent who sent his back got something else and there was no issue with his doing that. Service was good and food came out quickly. Bread was hot and great. So many other dining options so we probably won’t be back. Manager on our way out said I should have sent my ribs back if not satisfactory and I guess that part is on me. Just wanted a pleasant evening so I brought them home and will probably throw them on my grill and lather them up with barbq sauce. Waitress was pleasant and attentive and patient as the other couple arrived earlier than our reservation and tied up the table to her detriment. Kudos to her for not allowing that to affect the outstanding service.

I ordered the crab bisque which was delicious. The fried oysters were really good as well. The Cesar salad was very fresh and crisp. The loaded baked potato wasn’t really loaded and was pretty small. I had to use my own sour cream for the potatoes because what they sent seemed to be sour. Which is why I gave 3 stars ⭐️

Thank you sincerely to the staff and owner to personally mailing out a gift card to me & putting a personal touch. As a Volunteer Class parent, I helped to purchase a gift card for my 5 year old kindergarten teacher favorite restaurants this holiday. I wanted to share the photo of the message the staff wrote and festive drawing. Really appreciate Olney Grille!!!

The meatloaf was just o.k. but the crab bisque was worth the price. A decent local spot.

Took my nephew & his girlfriend for dinner tonight, the place is surprisingly busy. Good thing we got the booth towards the end because the restaurant was quite noisy & hard to have a conversation. Service was decent and staff were friendly. Food: The texture of the meatloaf was off. The meat doesn't bind and it's not moist or tasty at all. BBQ Ribs was another disappointment. It doesn't have any smoky flavor or taste. Feels like the chef just steam the ribs, brush some sauce over it & call it quit. Any ribs you get from the Deli sections of Giant or Harris Teeter stores are way more delicious than this. The two things we will come back for are the soft & warm bread, it is amazingly delicious. The garden & Caesar salad were also fresh & yummy.

12.19.24 I came with a friend for lunch today and was surprised at how good the food was. I ordered the New York Melt with old Bay fries and hot chocolate. I loved everything I ordered. Our server was nice. We were there for four hours catching up and we never felt rushed to leave. The restaurant is located in the Olney shopping center. I enjoyed my lunch and would definitely return.

Stopped here for lunch before a show at Olney Theater. I thought it was a nice local spot for lunch and good proximity to the theater which is always nice because you don't want to worry about getting caught in traffic when you're trying to see a show. Plenty of parking and lots of variety on the menu. I got a caesar salad and it was nice enough.

Service was slow but fine, Sandwiches were good. I ordered 1 lb Chicken Wings, the cook brought out 5 wings, not even half a pound, I asked where the rest were? His quote was "well I just put a couple on the plate." I told them I wasn't paying $16 something that wasn't even close to what they had on their menu. He took them away and nobody made any effort to make things right. I would have spent a lot more money, but not after that. I have been coming to this place since 1988, doubtful I will return for a long while. Don't advertise 1 lb on your menu and than pull this crap.

The service was excellent. Most of the food was really good (the crab cake was real crab and not bread crumbs, the spiced shrimp was delicious...). Some good was good or okay (the "old bay" fries were just good fries but not seasoned, the potato skins were heavy on cheese but not flavorful...). Prices a bit steep, but not ridiculous. Big issue -- check the latest health code situation as this place has had many recurring sanitation issues.

Never disappoints. I always go there for lunch. They have luncheon specials that are reasonably priced. My faves are: Steak Cobb salad, Chicken salad & daily soap. They always have a crowd for lunch & dinner. Forgot to mention they serve delicious Cream of Crab soup.

We've been to the Olney Grille a handful of times, and I used to go periodically years and years ago. It's always busy, so obviously the Olney area relies on this restaurant when they want something that is seemingly a step above the other places nearby. I have found that the food is uneven. Sometimes it's really good and sometimes it's just okay, even the same dish. There's a nice little bar area, which is a good addition to dining.

My husband and daughter liked it. They ordered fish but my son and I weren't impressed. I had a cheeseburger. Maybe I watch too much food network but I don't think it's a stretch to expect the burger to be seasoned. The fries were good. Also, I don't know what was going on but someone appeared to be burning something at another table and the smell lingered over our table most of the time I was eating. You wouldn't think that would happen in a warehouse style environment. So you have to deal with the loud noise and you don't get any benefits. Disappointing except I didn't have to do dishes.

First off, we had never been until last night! Second, parking was the easy button. Huge lot, and lots of room! 1. The appetizer (Cajan egg rolls_) was amazing! The dipping sauce was the right mix of zipping (spice) and flavor. Although, my dining partner did a double dip! 2. The meals - Salmon was declared average. The Prime Rib was simply out of this world. 3. Salads were amazing. 4. Sides, I had a loaded baked potato; it was average. 5. Desert came; it was truly beyond amazing. Our server was awesome. The cost was reasonable. The only reason for four stars was the average Salmon (which was a special that night) and the loaded baked potato. Overall, a place we will go to again!

Everything is good. Must try. Family owned. Onley is a beautiful city. Also try Greek salad.

This is a classic go to place in olney for a quality meal that's just a little fancy. Good for a date night, celebrating an occasion, or just having an evening dinner. There is a dining room with tables, booths, and bar seating. This place is basically an institution it's been here that long. If I am in the mood for a nice burger or a steak, I'll come here. The bar has televisions usually playing sports. There's bathrooms in the back near the kitchen. You don't need a reservation but I always suggest you make one. This place gets really busy on a Friday and Saturday night. The food is delicious and I've frequented here more times than I can count. The price range is $$. The staff are friendly and there is good service. I really enjoy coming here. The menu is more succinct and doesn't change that often. They do have a daily specials menu that changes. It is a great place to all ages, families, party sizes. It has that home town local dinner spot vibe. My food is always delicious, I definitely recommend coming here. There is parking in the shopping center and a small lot in the back. You can order to go, you pick up and pay at the bar. You can also order through food delivery services.

This is a great place in Olney for a wide array of food. Not everything is great but they do have fresh fish which always seems to hit the mark. We recently came here for a quick bite. We weren't super hungry so we shared some chicken wings and onion rings. The chicken wings here are very good, I highly recommend them, especially the old bay dry rub! My daughter got the plain pasta and I got a salad with Blue Cheese dressing. The dressing was a bit disappointing, didn't have much of a taste so I got some of their peppercorn ranch which was much better. The restaurant is clean and the staff is very nice, overall a good spot if you are not quite sure what you want to eat.

This was a pretty bad meal. The spiced shrimp appetizer hadn't been deveined and was over-seasoned. The chicken salad sandwich was served on what has to be the worst bun I've ever seen. Cold, hard, and dense. The kind of thing sailors used to live on in the 16th century. The chicken salad itself was fine (lots of tarragon). Bright spots: the fries weren't bad, and the Greek salad was normal. Service was fine, although I got the impression that no one was happy to be there, and I definitely don't blame them. Ambiance was bleh. Like if you took all the decorations out of an Applebees and just left the floor plan. The clientele was, how to put this... not diverse. If you don't notice that kind of thing, this may be the place for you.

I had the best prime rib last night at the Olney Grille. Through the years I've been so disappointed every time I ordered a prime rib out. I got to the point of just cooking my own. Well I heard the Olney Grille had prime rib on the weekends and thought well let's give it a try. I have to say this was the BEST prime rib I've had in a restaurant in years in Montgomery County. Did not disappoint, it was cooked perfectly, the horseradish sauce was delicious and the baked potato was freshly baked. The service was fantastic and had a nice atmosphere. We've eaten here before, but never on the weekends and we've always had good experiences and great food. I think we'll be back often.

I was invited to a birthday dinner at the Olney Grille. I was a little hesitant because I had not heard about the restaurant in years. But, I am glad I went. It was packed with diners on a Saturday night and the wait staff was on top of it. We had a party of ten and the waiter got the table drinks and warm bread right away. They had all of the orders out at the same time and everyone seemed pleased. The huge hits of the evening were the meatloaf with mashed potatoes and gravy. I have never seen a plate wiped cleaner in a shorter amount of time. My friend scarfed the meatloaf and mashed potatoes down and was really happy with his dish. It looked homemade. I had the steak salad and it was delicious. There were many grilled vegetables and a fair amount of tender steak. I really enjoyed my meal and would order it again. The birthday boy ordered pork chops and he loved his meal. My only hiccup was that I asked the waiter for a separate check in the beginning of our order. When, we were getting ready to leave he said that they didn't do separate checks. Then, he said that he didn't want everybody else in my party to ask for separate checks. I thought that was not honest and he shouldn't have waited till the end of the meal to let me know that. So, the food was good and the service was good, but clear any requests with management or you might get a surprise at the end of your evening, as I did. I would go back again and ask for a different server. An oldie can be a goodie, even with restaurants.

The Half "fresh" roasted chicken was clearly cooked earlier and re-warmed with some internal parts being cold. I don't think it's too much to ask to have food cooked to order at such an establishment I haven't been impressed by any of their food so far tbh, but the leap beyond mediocrity finally prompted me to write this review.

I get carryout here and have had several occasions recently of missing items or incorrectly made dishes. The most recent was with the apple smoked BLT that was missing cheese (clearly states melted swiss on menu). Overall, the food is good, but these recent experiences have me questioning quality control. Last months order was missing an entree.

Always a great go to place when you don't know what you want to eat. It's a community place to go and was here when we moved here in 1985. Service is quick as is food. Fish dishes are their specialty.

I am not pleased with the head of the restaurant. He is very unsafe and unpleasant to be around. Over this past week, he is known for kicking out someone for being a minority, and blowing up in their face. He told someone really rude things to their face and told them to leave when they were trying to pay for their meal. Very unfriendly guy with very poor, unwelcoming, and dangerous manners

Excellent tasty food! We ordered a sesame chicken salad and a hamburger, both meats cooked to perfection. The salad needed more mixed greens! Hamburger came well cooked, which is as my husband likes it. The server came and took our order after giving us extra time to survey the menu. He kept an eye on our table to attend to any needs. The wood booths create a warm feeling while the lamps make it cozy without being fussy! We love coming here!

I don't usually leave reviews but I will for this place. This place is the worse I have ever been, Not good at all. We arrived starving and left to go get McDonald's next door for dinner because we left the restaurant. Hungry The food was an edible.

Loved the food and environment. Went in with my family for my wife's birthday. Our server was awesome and one of the Managers came in to say hello. He was courteous as well. The prices are aligned around the average. Would visit again!

Had lunch here on Wednesday, and I'm definitely "SOLD" as a new fan. Lots of senior citizens were having lunch as we arrived, always a good sign. Full (but not overwhelming) menu, and they have REAL menus too, not that symbol you're expected to scan/scroll through with a digital device. After telling our server we were going to a show at the Olney Theater, she expedited everything, and we were able to relax/enjoy. Delicious, fresh salad, tasty onion soup, and 1/2 chicken salad sandwich, and you could tell everything was made right on the premises, even the salad dressing. My partner thoroughly enjoyed the mustard chicken. Great service, friendly without overdoing it, and I was never wanting/waiting for anything, either. If you're like I am, and look for locally-owned places that have stood the test of time, you'll find it right here. Highly recommended.

First time here, we were not set out for The Olney Grille, in fact we were heading for Gettysberg and the weather turned bad so we decided to exit and just googled restaurant near me. First impression in the door was quaint, the place is clean, very roomy and nicely decorated. Service was great, our server "Brain" was very nice and attentive. Pros: Clean restaurant Friendly staff Nice menu options Nicely priced Cons Food could have been hotter Food Choices were bland. The menu was nice with good choices and variety, I ordered The BBQ Ribs and my wife ordered The Chicken Penne Pasta (Both Pictured). We were given warm dinner rolls while we waited which were very good. Our food came out very fast which suprised my considering my food was warm but not hot. The Ribs were fall off the bone but the sauce was not very good or maybe needed more of it, I've had much better ribs out than these. The side of Cole Slaw that came with was ok, creamy and sweet the way I like it, also came with a side of fresh hot veggies that were nicely done and crisp. I also got a side of Onion Rings with a side of creamy pepper sauce with was very good. My wife ordered The Penne Chicken which looked good but we both agreed that it lacked flavor, nothing special. All in all, we will come back just eager to try something different.

When you want something good this is the place to go. You will feel right at home at this place. It's a warm feeling when you walk in and your greeted with a smile. The food is tremendous, I started off with a vodka and cranberry drink because that's my go too on a Friday evening. The bartender is amazing when it comes to making drinks. For dinner I had the two crab cakes with homemade mashed potatoes and apple sauce and let me tell you it was so so good, I can't wait to go back the crab cakes are just out of this world amazing and you can't beat the price for two, I believe it was around $26 for the whole platter and it was well worth it. I love this family owned business they do a great job all around. I will be back soon.

A very pleasant surprise. The Olney Grille is far from being a typical grille rather it is a very nice restaurant to sit and eat. The staff was very friendly and the prices were reasonable

This was my first time visiting and I'm so glad I did. It was a busy evening but the service was great and the food was excellent. I like the atmosphere as well. My friends commented that this was a place we should definitely come back to. We live in downtown Silver Spring but this was definitely worth the drive.

This place is fantastic. Their food is phenomenal, but the reason I'm writing a review is about my most recent experience. I ordered for one of my offices and the food was perfect, but I dropped one of the entrees on the floor. I called to place a order for the same thing and they were so kind and had it ready. When I went to pay, they said not to worry about. I was having a horrible day and their kindness was so refreshing. I have ordered from here multiple times and every single time, they've been amazing.

This place was great. I've always seen it tucked away in the corner and decided it give it a try. All of our meals were very good and we split a Strawberry Short cake. We will go back again for sure.

An Olney classic in need of some change (menu updates and a renovation). It's been the same thing for like 20 years as long as I can remember. The best thing on the menu is the crab bisque.

This place is good There food is good and has good burger and good stuff recommended for burger eaters

Their main salads are like side salads, meat is fatty and portions are small

Recently had my first visit here, and I was pleased overall. The food was good, but not great. I ordered the Devil's Pasta for my entree at the recommendation of the server. I finished the plate since I was starving, but it's not something I would probably order again. However, I ordered the crab potato skins on the side, and they were delish, but I was a little deceived. There were cheesy potato chunks with a crab dip and I was expecting there to be some crab meat involved. Still tasty though. Nonetheless, I will return to check out a couple of other dishes that looked pretty good. Also, the service was great. She was sure to check on us throughout the evening and was very friendly. I'll update my review after my next visit.

Excellent rolls. I mean, really. Why can't us Amurricans do bread? Noteable exceptions? The Olney Grille, and Red Hot and Blue. But, anyway. The wait staff is young and friendly, but could be a tad more attentive. We had trouble flagging our guy down a couple of times. The food, however, was a great upscale menu-- yet, it had no suprises to it. All "normal" upscale fare. I had the prime rib, as it'd been a while. It was delicious, but the staff forgot the au jus. All the others at our table loved it. It's tucked away in the corner of an L shaped strip mall. Yet, the interior is really classy- lots of nice rock walls, and mirrors to reflect those expensive rock walls. Overall, it's a winner.

My favorite appetizer is the shrimp in Cajun sauce with bread Awesome ! My home away from Louisiana to eat

This was the equivilant of a bird crapping in your mouth, then accidently using soap to wash it out. Service was good, but thats all.

Friendly, local restaurant with large portions and a varied menu. Veggie burger was delicious and my family enjoyed their dishes as well. It was a great place to stop before a show at nearby Olney Theater.

I didn't expect much from my visit due to some mediocre reviews, but I was pleasantly surprised! I came at 7 pm on a Tuesday and it was pretty crowded! The hostess was so sweet and seated us right away, even asking if we preferred a booth or table. Our server saw us immediately and got our beverages straight away. I really enjoyed the food as well. We had the bacon and cheese potato skins and N'awlins egg rolls. I really liked the potato skins, they had a good ratio of cheese and bacon. The egg rolls were interesting, a bit spicy with an Indian-style flavor, I would skip next time. I had the Cobb salad for my meal and all the meats and veggies were really fresh! The rest of my party enjoyed their food as well. We saved room for strawberry cheesecake and key lime pie and they did not disappoint!

The main reason for my review was to comment on the friendly and great service I received. My meal of the meatloaf was tasty , could have used a little bigger portion. However I would definitely get it again.

Great ambiance, and the best crab cakes in town. Plenty of parking too. This place is certainly worth a visit if you're nearby.

Had a great experience here today. So thrilled it was totally wheelchair accessible the only drawback was the door but luckily there was a kind stranger able to open it for us. The waitress and hostess were excellent and the food was very good I would highly recommend it.

A little place in a nondescript strip mall - why bother... BECAUSE... Olney Grill is a great foodie spot, it is not a chain and because their menu has unique items AND tasty food. Was in the mood for appetizers that were unique or twists on classics. The Bayou Shrimp was 7 peeled shrimp (no heads!) in a buttery Cajun sauce. On the side, a loaf of toasted French bread to dip. YUMMY, fun, and not something you'll find a TGI Tuesdays. Thai ribs was my other app choice. Luciously tender. Full of flavor. Lean. Tangy ribs with a side of slaw that was worthy of billing on its own. If going off the full menu I'd pick the rack of ribs, but I'll likely continue to use their appetizers offerings like tapas type menu. They had interesting looking egg rolls, dip, and app specials (today's were baked Cajun scallops and Brussels sprouts in bacon. ) With all of the chain restaurants around, it is pleasing to find this nugget of flavorful creations in an unexpected spot.

Really nice vibes here at this neighborhood spot. From the gruff local having a few whiskeys mid-day, wondering why his wife left him and how he became a part-time computer science teacher at the local middle school to the group of lovely old ladies chatting about past adventures, this place is real and wholesome. A fairly good spread of food options, with lots of good deli-style sandwiches and simple side selections. Lots of good homemade, heartier meal options as well for those with grumbling stomachs or people that need to stress eat during this current presidential administration, we've all been there. Staff was super awesome, with great food recommendations and great attitude. Very helpful and we all had great meals thanks to her menu guidance. Strong coffee to end the meal, and a nice time for everyone. Lots of good seating for a family gathering or watching some sports with friends. Check this place out and enjoy in the goodness that is the french fry.

We were new to the Olney Grille, going there to celebrate my dad's 75th birthday. Our party of seven had, apparently, two waitresses, which seemed like overkill, but it wasn't too busy when we first got there for our reservation. My parents arrived about ten minutes early, and they were immediately seated. We showed up on time and were immediately provided menus. Having never been there, and having to order for three kids also, we weren't the fastest out of the gate with ordering. The waitresses came back a total of three times asking if we were ready. (Sometimes, more is not better, like when it involves more waitstaff asking if you are *ready* to order, or *ready* to turn over your plate towards the end of the meal.) We did finally order, and the food came out correctly and was fine. I ordered a salmon special that seemed like there would be some spice involved, but I was disappointed in its lack of heat. It was fine tasting, but not what I was anticipating. Everyone else liked their food, so I won't fault the food. I won't rave, but I won't fault either. It's on the pricier side, so that added to the level of my disappointment that an item with a horseradish sauce has no discernible level of spice to it. Towards the end of the meal, we were feeling increasing pressure to vacate our tables, as the place was crowding up, and my husband could see and overhear the waitstaff being told that they have other reservations and our tables were needed. :\ We rushed the kids through their desserts (not all three kids ate their meals, so we were trying to get calories in them somehow at that point, but the waitstaff would not wait any longer, if you catch my drift) and left a small tip that would have been much larger without the push to get us out the door. Unfortunately, what the manager later called the waitresses' "overly efficient" actions really translated to rude service throughout the meal. It appears we were seated in the weeds and were treated as such. After leaving a tiny tip and a note about the unappreciated rush by the staff, the manager came out to our car to apologize and try to make amends (without that, this review would be 1 star). He was right, we should've said something during the meal so they could have rectified the matter. But it was my dad's birthday, and we were not trying to make a scene. The treatment was offensive considering the amount of money we were paying to be there, the main waitress was getting less and less friendly as our one and a half hour stay wore on, and we really just wanted the meal to end. So, in the end, the service was not great, we felt compelled to finish the meal before it actually ended, we were made to feel as if we handled the situation incorrectly, and we got all this for just shy of a couple hundred dollars. Oh, and when you are standing in front of a mirror, five feet behind the customer who is facing the mirror, be mindful that when you tell your waitstaff that there are other reservations waiting and you need those tables, you may be overheard and watched while saying as much. We won't be back.

Nice cozy neighborhood joint. Recently renovated during the covid. The menu is a little limited for a vegetarian but I thoroughly enjoyed the veggie burger and fries. I should dazzle you with a picture of it here but I was thoroughly distracted by my dining companion. So you will just have to take my word on the food. We also had the potato skins with jalapeños substituted for the bacon. They were cut up into pieces and then covered with cheese and jalapeños. It was a different take on potato skins but it worked out well.

Great place to bring the family or get a drink at the bar!! They have awesome specials and the food is always great. The Thai steak, sesame chicken salad, crab bisque and bayou shrimp and my favorites. The wait staff is incredibly friendly and you'll always see a familiar face. It's like the cheers of olney where everyone remembers your name and what you order! Lisa P is the best!!

We tried Olney Grille yesterday and it was just what we wanted. We had the crab cake sandwich and it was perfect. Old bay fries were also yummy. Since it was a birthday we had dessert. The strawberry shortcake was sublime, not only to eat but was beautifully prepared. My husband loved the key lime pie too. Our server was Lisa who anticipated when we needed refills, and was very pleasant. Hurrah for Olney Grille, we'll be back!

I love this place!!! My host dad joked that this is a "old people restaurant" but I throughly enjoyed my experience there. Nicely toasted bread and friendly waiters. The portion of the crab cake is small but they did mention it's only 4oz so