3 Olives Newtown

Cute little Greek restaurant in Newtown with a whole lot of personality. This restaurant was unassumingly good. Despite the modest exterior, the food was all prepared / made beautifully, with authentic flavours and generous servings.We tried a variety of food, including:- Three dips - all unique and with their own special selling points. They all complemented the bread well and were so good that we ended up adding it to our other dishes- Octopus - yum. Cooked well, with a good texture and taste. Easy to consume and not overly chewy or tough- Salad with artichokes: good flavour and balance between the different flavours of the sauce. Please note, this is not a light salad. It makes you feel quite fj The- Barramundi: not too good, but keep in mind that I’m not a huge fan of barramundi. I liked the potatoes and tomatoes.- The vegetarian ……: enjoyable. They were very generous with the feta, and the zucchini was nice too. Tomatoes were nice and sweet- Dessert: we got the baklava and also the other traditional sweet dessert. They both had a nice flakey pastry, but I’d say the baklava was slightly too sweet. I liked the inner custard texture of the Greek dessert! Very enjoyableEven though the food was good on its own, the staff were really the best part of this experience. The staff were so friendly, welcoming and conversational. The guy who took our order and served our food was full of good energy and attitude (in a good way). It was great throwing around some jokes and banter with him. The lady who (I assume) makes the food was super sweet and came by each table to talk to the patrons. The attention and care that we received was different to what you normally get these days at restaurants, and it was greatly received and appreciated. They even gave us Turkish Delights at the end of our meal - I don’t know if this is a normal thing for Greek or Mediterranean restaurants, but to us it was quite a nice surprise! I would definitely recommend dining at this restaurant, not only for the food but also the amazing service!

My daughter and I tried 3 Olives for the first time tonight and had a fantastic experience. Warm, welcoming, full of character and heart (and that's just the wonderful owner), delicious authentic home cooked tasting food - and amazing service. It doesn't get better than this. We'll definitely be back :)

Greek GoodnessLike home made, very authentic Greek food. Lovely food.We went Friday night, lots of big groups and therefore very noisy but then that created a vibrant atmosphere. February very hot in Sydney and very hot in restaurant as door open and aircon ineffective.There were four of us and we asked for a seat by the window good position in this restaurant. There are a few outside tables too so this is a good option on a hot night.Definitely worth going to.Walkable from Newtown train station.Toilets on site and clean.This is a place for groups of friends not suitable for a date.Love your local guide-M❤️Like or follow me if helpful.

Delicious food, casual atmosphere, friendly staff and a gorgeous YiaYia who welcomes you with a massive hug. We chose a variety of foods and all were individually delicious. In the heart of Newtown, easy to get to, walking distance from the train station. 5 stars!

My husband and I searched the best Greek restaurant in Newtown and found 3 Olives. This place didn’t disappoint! From the time we entered the restaurant, we were greeted with a warm and big smile by Olga. She made sure we were well-looked after. Food was fantastic and chefs/staff were hospitable. We tried the seafood banquet menu and meat banquet menu and enjoyed every single bit of it. We will definitely be back! :)

3 Olives has a cozy and comfortable atmosphere with an amazing staff. The waiter was really helpful. Unfortunately, we were a big group with an activity booked after the dinner and, because the service was a bit slow, we couldn't enjoy the food as we wanted. On the other hand everything was delicious!We would recommend you to go with plenty of time and avoiding big groups.If they improve their timing and replace the plastic straws it will be perfect!

Wow, I must say, this place is an absolute gem! From the moment we stepped in, we were blown away by the exceptional service, authentic food, and beautiful atmosphere. I cannot emphasize enough how grateful we are to the staff for their amazing service and care. Every dish we savored was a delightful journey into authenticity, bursting with fresh flavors that were simply divine. A special mention goes to Olga, the remarkable owner of the restaurant, who treated us like cherished family members rather than mere customers. Honestly, no amount of words can truly capture the essence of this place. It's an experience that needs to be lived firsthand to be fully appreciated.

Amazing amazing experience, went with the family, the food is very tasty. Natalie was extremely friendly and she even gave us an advice to adjust the order as it will be more than we think, indicating the portions of the food are actually good...At the end , this experience is worth every penny. Its also a taste that you won't find somewhere else.Thanks heaps.