Talk about impressive credentials. Born in Sicily, Angelo Bernardo DiGirolamo got his start in the food business when he was barely a teenager and for nearly two decades ran Bernardo's an Italian restaurant in Boston's North End...

All of which bodes well for the dining scene in East Arlington, where DiGirolamo launched his latest venture last fall. Ristorante Olivio, named after a dear uncle, de-emphasizes red sauce Italian cooking in favor of a lighter touch, such as sauces made with wines and vinegars. Meats and seafoods are plentiful, and fresh vegetables feature prominently.


5-star Reviews

I was in town on business for a few days and sort of stumbled on this place. Nice casual atmosphere and we were warmly greeted by our server. Recommended a wonderful bottle of Italian wine at $24 that tasted more like a $50 bottle. We paid close attention to his helpful suggestions and comments on our other choices and let me tell you, the man knows his dishes. All 3 of us were super happy with our appetizers of mozzarella caprese, eggplant with ricotta and rabe, and carpaccio. Main courses, one better than the next were gnocchi, fuscilli with shrimp and shrimp and calamari fra diavlo. It's hard to please 3 guys from northern NJ where Italian food rules, but this place surely did it.


Each time we have been to Ristorante Olivio recently, we have had wonderful charming service, excellent food and an overall great time. We look forward to the renovation that is planned as the bar is popular and always crowded; this will open up space for more casual dining. The rest of the restaurant is delightful with windows overlooking the street, wood floor, simple decoration, and warm atmosphere. The noise level can be a bit overwhelming at times due to the windows, wood floors, etc. But a delightful casual evening with dependably excellent dining.

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