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Oliva by El Turco, Miami, FL

Oliva by El Turco

4.8
4.8
25 Reviews
$31 to $50
Turkish

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for groups
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Lively
The founders of the renowned, three times Michelin award-winning El Turco restaurant are proud to announce the grand opening of their newest venture, Oliva, located in the heart of Miami. Combining the rich culinary traditions of Turkey, the Aegean, and the Balkans, Oliva offers a refined yet approachable dining experience for locals and visitors alike. Oliva by El Turco is a traditional Turkish restaurant, known for its wide selection of flavorful mezes, expertly crafted cocktails, and perfectly grilled kebabs, including Adana, Chicken Shish, and Doner Kebab. Seafood lovers will delight in the restaurant’s standout grilled fish offerings, such as Dorado and Bronzini, hailed as some of the best in Miami. The vibrant atmosphere at Oliva is enhanced with live DJ entertainment during lunch and dinner on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Weekdays feature dinner service starting at 5:30 pm, with a lively happy hour showcasing signature Turkish-inspired cocktails from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Turkish, Balkan style, Armenian
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–5:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual

What 25 people are saying

Oliva by El Turco reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Downtown Areas

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Oliva by El Turco offers a vibrant dining experience with "excellent food and service" and a lively atmosphere filled with Turkish music and dance. Guests rave about the "authentic flavors" and "attentive staff." The restaurant's energy makes it "a must go for celebrations." Be prepared for "lots of energy and music."
25 Reviews
  1. AmaliaR

    Miami1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful service, great music, and excellent food! I would definitely go again.

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  2. nabil VIP

    Washington DC9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service and great Turkish music and dancing.

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  3. Antonio

    Miami14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Great dinner at Oliva by El Turco. Great ambience, nice food, attentive service, and a lot of energy coming out of a birthday party with dance and music. Sunset at Bodrum cocktail was excellent, but sadly couldn't get a Bloody Mary as the bar ran out of mix. Overall we had a great time and I recommend it.

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  4. Danaep

    Miami3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An amazing experience! The food was absolutely delicious, with authentic flavors and perfect preparation. The service was outstanding—friendly and attentive staff made everything even better. Plus, the atmosphere was super fun, perfect for enjoying with friends or family. I highly recommend it 100%! I will definitely be back!

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  5. pedro

    West Palm Beach19 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on March 14, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    This restaurant has great service with very good food but we were surprised to experience the insanely loud level of music. This is more like a lounge/club experience than a restaurant

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  6. Danaep

    Miami3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 12, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Amazing place! ! We love the food and we going to come back soon!

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  7. Carri

    Fort Lauderdale13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful experience, beautiful restaurant and food was outstanding from start to finish! Try the assortment of appetizers, delicious spreads with Turkish bread and do not miss the El Turco kebab platter, a sampling of 3 of their delicious kebabs, served with a bulgar side and a variety of mixed and grilled veggies - heavenly!!! The service was above par, attentive wait staff that doesn’t forget about you, and explains whatever dish you are unclear about. A definite “we will be back” and a thank you for a wonderful explosion of new flavours!!

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  8. Elian VIP

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Delicious food and pleasantly atentive service. The desserts were extraordinary

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  9. Mariana

    Miami1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Overall is a nice restaurant. The food was good, service was ok. The atmosphere is nice.

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  10. daniag

    Miami8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service! Great ambiance. Definitely not a quiet spot, be prepared for lots of energy and music. We loved it! Will be back!

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Oliva by El Turco is rated 4.8 stars by 25 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 7 times today
Google Map for Oliva by El Turco

5018 NE 2nd Ave, Miami, FL 33137-2702

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Buena Vista
  • Hours of operation
    Tue–Sat 5:30 pm–12:00 am Sun 12:00 pm–5:30 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Turkish, Balkan style, Armenian
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Entertainment, Happy Hour, Outdoor Smoking Area, Wheelchair Access
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