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PURPLE OLIVE

4255 A1A South, Suite 6, Seaside Plaza, Saint Augustine, FL 32080
9044611250
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Ranked #14 of 309 restaurants in Saint Augustine
Price range: €7 - €15
Cuisines: Seafood, Steakhouse, International, Bistro
Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Business, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, After-hours, Dessert
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Charlotte, North Carolina
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8 reviews 8 reviews
6 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 June 2013 NEW

The food was very good, the service first rate. This restaurant is situated in a strip mall, but is cosy and comfortable inside. The scallops were very good. If you enjoy a Cesear salad, you must try there's. The lettice is served in large strips and grilled. Excellent

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Saint Augustine, Florida
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21 reviews 21 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 June 2013 NEW

I love the prix fixe menu deal on Wednesday. It is a chance to sample a very creative chef's best ideas and it is very fresh as well. (and I don't have to attempt to cook it in my kitchen). I have been here twice for the prix fixe menu on Wednesday, and have had both meals being equally delicious.... More

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See 14 more reviews by taiandroxanne30 for Saint Augustine
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 June 2013

If you like scallops you will LOVE the preparation here. They have a nice selection on the menu a little pricy but worth every penny. We enjoyed the grilled eggplant appetizer and my husband & I both enjoyed the scallops . Entrees come with a soup or salad ! One of our fav places to eat but sadly not open... More

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Waycross, Georgia, United States
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 May 2013

This was our first trip to the Purple Olive, but it won't be the last. The food and service were excellent.

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palmcoaster
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Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

The Purple Olive was a nice surprise. A small restaurant in a strip shopping center with great ambiance, helpful and attentive servers and wonderful food. The menu was very nice. We had the scallops, steak, and salmon. All were well presented and delicious. You won't be disappointed here.

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Dunedin, Florida
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8 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
12 helpful votes 12 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

We went here on Friday night and were very happy with the food. The service was wonderful. I have macadamia crusted salmon and my only regret was I couldn't eat it all. My partner had the curry and loved it. The fresh veggies were grilled to perfection. It appeared as a family type operation. Hard work but they can be... More

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
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15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013

This place looks pretty unassuming from the outside, but is quaint inside. Our server was very nice and attentive. We skipped apps and just ordered entrees as they come with salads. You can pay an extra $3 to get a specialty salad instead of a house salad and we recommend that you do so, but get the dressing on the... More

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Saint Augustine, Florida, United States
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13 restaurant reviews
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 May 2013

Purple Olive is a high -end eatery -- I ordered herb crusted tofu -- the tofu was squishy (not firm at all) and if there were herbs on it, they were totally overpowered by the spiciness of the pepper on top. I have a sneaky feeling that it was cooked "blackened" which I had asked it NOT to be done... More

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Madison, Florida
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013

LOVED THE FOOD!!!! and the early bird prices were very reasonable!!! plenty of food!! just the right amount!! i had chicken florenzia--EXCELLENT choice!! lightly breaded & fried, very moist, very tender, served over a bed of angel hair pasta with spinach & garlic cream sauce....yummmmmm. the seasoning served with the fresh made bread is wonderful!!

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Spokane, Washington, United States
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7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 5 cities Reviews in 5 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 May 2013 via mobile

We had the baked scallops and seriously could not stop talking about how delicious they were! My husband and I try scallops wherever we go and these were some of the best we've ever had! The staff was friendly and helpful and although the prices aren't inexpensive we thought it was worth the price

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