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Olive Restaurant & Lounge

Name: Olive Restaurant & Lounge
Address: Km 3 Sector Lantigua Calle 8 Plaza Coral, Punta Cana 23000 Dominican Republic, AW
Rating: 5

★★★★★5.0 out of 5 · 1 reviews

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Olive Restaurant & Lounge is a $$ international casual restaurant in Punta Cana Village rated 5.0/5 by 1 TripAdvisor reviewers; walk-ins welcome.

About

Olive Restaurant & Lounge is tucked into Plaza Coral off the main Punta Cana Boulevard, in the Lantigua sector where the road splits toward the resorts. It's a lounge-restaurant setup — meaning dim lighting, cocktails on the menu, and a scene that tilts more evening than lunch. The single review gives it a perfect rating, but one data point doesn't say much about consistency or what you're walking into. The address puts it in a small commercial plaza, so expect neighboring storefronts and parking rather than beachfront ambiance. The name suggests Mediterranean or fusion leanings, but without menu detail in the record, you're guessing until you see the actual offerings. If you're staying nearby and want something off the resort loop, it's an option. Just know you're working with limited intel — call ahead if you have dietary restrictions or want to confirm hours.

At a glance

Area: Punta Cana Village
Vibe: casual
Price: ●●○○
Reservation required: –
Kid friendly: ✓
Cuisine: international
Dietary options: —

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