Olivia Mediterranean Restaurant
Dennis van Daatselaar
Chef / Owner
Derrick Falconi
Chef de Cuisine
Chef Dennis’ newest venture is located next door to Wilhelmina Restaurant, downtown Oranjestad.
Inspired by the Healthy Eating Movement, the menu offers authentic Mediterranean flavors and unique, creative dishes. Chef Dennis and his team create an unforgettable experience in a romantic, trendy yet cozy open-air setting. If you want to get away from the crowds and indulge in amazingly fresh, healthy, Mediterranean flavors, then Olivia is the place to spend a memorable night in Aruba.
[ APPETIZERS ]
Range: 14.00 – 22.00
Fattoush Crudités – Olivia’s House Salad▲⊽
romaine lettuce, red chard leaves, tabbouleh, sumac-pickled red onions, radish, pomegranate seeds, toasted pita bread crisps, green asparagus, cauliflower, mint, lemon vinaigrette
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Horiatiki Salata – Greek Salad❖⊽
vine tomatoes, cucumber, Kalamata olives, sweet peppers, feta cheese, basil, extra-virgin olive oil, red wine vinegar
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Carciofi Olivia❖▲⊽
marinated and roasted fresh baby artichokes, parsley, lemon, extra-virgin olive oil, spinach leaves, pine nuts
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Albinjar and Labneh⊽
roasted red beet, strained yoghurt, za’atar, extra-virgin olive oil, couscous, red chard leaves, sumac-pickled shallots, pumpkin seeds, pistachio nuts, pumpernickel, smoked red beet crème
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Pomodorini Confit and Gamberetti❖
confit of cherry tomatoes, plum tomatoes, shrimp, anchovies, garlic, basil, cream of burrata cheese, tomato bouillon, basil oil, Parmesan cheese crisps
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Risotto au Fenouil Rôti au Pernod❖⊽
risotto, sautéed fennel, anis seeds, grape tomatoes, tarragon, Parmesan cheese chips, crudités, green asparagus
— add escargots (8 pieces)
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Tortellini Calabaza⊽
tortellini filled with pumpkin, ricotta cheese and Parmesan cheese, button mushrooms, crunch of hazelnuts, arugula, smoked pumpkin, beurre noisette
— add shrimp (4 pieces)
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Carpaccio di Manza❖▲
raw certified Angus beef, crushed white pepper, chive oil, raw button mushrooms, black truffle, smoked pumpkin crème, frisée salad, fried capers, pine nuts
[ FISH AND VEGETARIAN SELECTION ]
Range: 27.00 – 43.00
Barramundi avec Ratatouille
roasted barramundi, couscous, zucchini, sweet pepper, eggplant, shallots, plum tomato, basil, smoked extra-virgin olive oil, baby spinach
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Dorado Entero alla Griglia (16 to 18 oz.)❖▲
grilled whole dorado, sauce vierge, green asparagus, baby artichoke, polenta
– please note this is a whole fish, and we are not able to fillet the fish for you
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Whole Roasted Plum Tomato⊽
goat cheese, garlic, basil, Parmesan baked in brick dough, lentils, portobello, button mushroom, chickpeas, fava beans, zucchini, parsley, chive oil
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Jubn Almaeiz Falafel⊽
goat cheese falafel, cucumber chutney, tomato carpaccio, arugula, parsley dressing, harissa
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Ravioli Ripieni di Caviale di Melanzane
ravioli stuffed with eggplant caviar, muhammara, roasted grape tomatoes, baby spinach, asparagus portobello, gremolata
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Gamberetti Pasta
fresh spaghetti, pan-seared shrimp, garlic, white wine, parsley, butter, basil oil, Parmesan cheese chips, roasted grape tomatoes
[ MEAT SELECTION ]
Range 48.00 – 54.00
Paidakia me Tzatziki
marinated and grilled lamb chops, tzatziki, couscous, gremolata, baked eggplant
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Pomegranate and Za’atar Lamb❖▲
roasted boneless lamb ribs, pomegranate glaze, za’atar spices, cabbage, artichoke, fennel, lemongrass, parsley, labneh
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Braised Boneless Beef Short Ribs
ras el hanout spices, tajine of vegetables, white beans
❖ Gluten-free.
▲ Lactose-free.
⊽ Vegetarian.
Dinner:
6:00 to 11:00 p.m., December to March
6:30 to 11:00 p.m., April to November
closed Mondays
Dining: Open-air (covered)
Serving: Dinner
Attire: Elegantly casual
