Todd English’s Olives
Located in the picturesque Venetian Village you will find Todd English’s Olives. Todd English is an American celebrity chef, restaurateur, author and television personality. His unique interpretation of Mediterranean cuisine and famous showmanship has impressed diners in New York, Washington D.C., Las Vegas, The Bahamas, Kuwait, Manila and Abu Dhabi.
Next the flatbread, we cannot resist the Bronx Bomber, garlic tomato sauce, beef pepperoni, caramelized onions, buffalo mozzarella, parmesan and basil. Its flawless crispy base and slightly salty aftertaste make this one great tasting dish. This is enjoyed with a side of Truffle Risotto Tater Tots. If you are ordering sides be sure to order these, you can thank us later.
Today we are visiting Todd English’s Olives for lunch. We choose to dine from the a la carte lunch menu. To start we opt for the Sweet Potato Brava’s, Beef Carpaccio and Watermelon Gazpacho. The Sweet Potato Brava’s are infused with honey jalapeno, avocado crema and crumbled feta, simple yet delicious we finish the entire portion. The Watermelon Gazpacho with feta cheese, minted oil, micro arugula is beautifully presented, the watermelon is presented in a soup style and served cold, the ricotta adds a creamy texture to the refreshing dish. The most popular dish, the Beef Carpaccio does not disappoint. Layers of beef cover a gorgonzola rosti cake, topped with mesclun greens, balsamic glazed onions, scallion aioli and parmesan. The bold flavor of the blue cheese works in perfect contrast with the beef.
Finally, dessert, we opt for the Canoli with mascarpone cream and peanut praline and the Chocolate Tart. Offering a modern twist on a classic Italian dessert the Canoli was served open, the taste however remained just as classic as expected. If you are looking for a delightful lunch or a relaxed dinner, we would recommend a trip to Todd English’s Olives. With, great Italian cuisine, indoor and outdoor seating, a separate bar and dining area and free parking on-site what’s not to love? Sweet Potato Brava’s AED 58 Beef Carpaccio AED 88 Watermelon Gazpacho AED 40 Shrimp Stuffed Ravioli AED 70 Spaghetti Polpettini AED 70 Bronx Bomber AED 73 Truffle Risotto Tater Tots AED 35 Canoli AED 40 Chocolate Tart AED 45
For our pasta dishes we opt for the Shrimp Stuffed Ravioli with seasonal ratatouille, minted butter sauce and grana padano along with the Spaghetti Polpettini, Todd’s old school spiced bolognese, meatballs and mascarpone fondue. Both pasta dishes are sensational, the freshness of the pasta is undeniable. Both dishes have a dash of sauce that adds a hint of flavor without overburdening the pasta itself, simple yet delectable. Todd English’s Olives, Venetian Village, Abu Dhabi, 02 404 1941 18 | Dining and Nightlife Abu Dhabi
*Prices subject to 6% tourism fee, 4% municipality fee and 10% service charge.