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April 2024 by Dennis Bivona
The best little gourmet shop on the island. Great oils, vinegars, breads and let's not forget about the cheese, wine along with olives etc and the cute owner and staff are awesome. It's a must stop.
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March 2024 by John Gakeler
I did not go in, but my wife and her friends loved it
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March 2024 by Joe “ATL Foodie”
I cannot speak highly enough about Olive Oil Outpost! This charming gem nestled in the heart of Anna Maria, FL has completely transformed my culinary experience. From the moment you step inside, the aroma of freshly pressed olives fills the air, promising a journey of flavor and quality.First and foremost, the selection of olive oils here is unparalleled. Each variety is carefully curated, sourced from the finest olive groves around the world. Whether you're looking for a robust, peppery Tuscan blend or a delicate, fruity oil from Greece, Olive Oil Outpost has it all. The staff's expertise shines as they guide you through tastings, offering insights into flavor profiles and pairings that elevate any dish.But Olive Oil Outpost isn't just about oils; they carry a selection of Italian pasta by Morelli. Personally , I love the Organic black squid ink pasta. Their balsamic vinegars are equally divine. From traditional aged balsamics to unique infused varieties like fig and pomegranate, these vinegars add a burst of complexity to salads, marinades, and desserts.The commitment to quality extends beyond their products; the customer service here is exceptional. The staff is warm, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about sharing their love for olive oil. Whether you're a seasoned chef or a novice cook, they make you feel welcome and valued, ensuring you leave with the perfect selection for your needs.And let's talk about packaging! The bottles are elegantly designed, making them not only a kitchen staple but also a beautiful addition to any countertop or gift basket.In summary, Olive Oil Outpost is a culinary haven for anyone who appreciates premium ingredients and exceptional service. Whether you're stocking your own kitchen or searching for the perfect gift for a foodie friend, this place is an absolute must-visit. I can't wait to return and explore even more of their tantalizing offerings.
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March 2024 by deb fanton
Originally loved this store- we stay multiple months on Anna Maria and frequented this store multiple times a week, spending several hundred of dollars a week. Wines, oils, cheeses are delicious. Up until yesterday we thought we had a nice repoire with husband and wife who own in-- traveled to same parts of Italy etc. Yesterday unfortunately a young man behind the cheese counter was so appalling rude to me that both of my girlfriends were uncomfortable enough to put down purchases and leave. A woman we didn't know, who saw the interaction, approached us sympathetically when we left the store.I've owned many retail stores and the women with me have a restaurant. We all understand the difficulty in getting good help. My friends encouraged me to call the owner, believing he, like us, would want to know about it and nip the behavior in the bud. I spoke to the wife first who was kind and sympathetic but when she put her husband on, he basically said he didn't believe me. I told him exactly what the employee said and exactly what my friends and other customers heard and he claimed he would have heard it from the back office. Really? I said I guess you don't want my business and he said, guess not.I'm happy for them that they are so flush in business that they can do without my business and that of everyone who watched that interaction. I guess customer service is just not a priority. Wish them the best of luck.
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February 2024 by Michael Dempsey
Delicious choice of olives that were all great. Samples of wine, olive oil, vinegars, breads, and cheese. The cheeses are custom cut to your desired sizeAlso breads and pastas to take home and cook. Very nice place for a visit.
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December 2023 by Martin Soukup
Lovely store, great products, amazing service. ?
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September 2023 by Rhonda Nemechek
If you ever have the opportunity to visit Olive Oil Outpost on the Island you will not be disappointed!Everything I tasted then purchased was wonderful
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September 2023 by Zoey Mae
Amazing items and amazing service! You feel apart of the family there :)
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June 2023 by Kathy R.
Ka2 hours agoNEWWent to this place yesterday before headed to the beach for the after all this is a beach town so yes we were in beach attire, after all six of us had been walking about for about 10 mins some of us were done and headed outside to wait until the others were done shopping, no one said anything to us about what we were wearing a shirt inside until the lady behind the front counter looked at my daughters best friend and said you have to leave you need a shirt on, she was very upset and came out and told me what happened so I went back in and purposely went to that person and asked some questions about their products and I didn't have a shirt on and she didn't ask me to leave.The first pic is me and then my daughter and then her friend.She believes she was targeted because she was the only African-American person in the store.This is a beach community. People were walking around with their bathing suits on all over the place so why just target her? There was over 10 people in the store and I can tell you eight out of 10 had bathing suit tops on and she was the only one that was asked to leave.
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May 2023 by Sara G.
This is such a hidden gem! A must stop if you are staying here for a bit. They have absolutely everything you need for a fabulous dinner at your house. Cheese, olive oil, wine, meats, pasta, & desserts.We tried the Garlic olive oil with some bread and it was delicious. If you're a guest staying on AMI, you can have it shipped to you or they can pack it for your checked bags. We bought some cake and macaroons! Yuuum
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May 2023 by Matthew Hooper
Excellent selection and great Olives. Found perfect blue cheese for my martini, aged Gouda and Whiskey cured meat. Just need better martini glasses as only had margaritas glass. ? love that they offer tasters and staff is always great.
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May 2023 by April Blair
Great little place.I loved it so much went back twice in one week!! Warm chibata bread wonderful oils, amazing monchego cheese and the blue cheese olives are a must!! Great ladies that work there!!
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April 2023 by Dawn Gaffke
AWESOME PLACE! Thank you for all your recommendations and great service!
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February 2023 by Ira B.
Compared to our experience in the past, the customer service was very disappointing and unacceptable this time. While it was busy but not crowded, it took over an hour to get their wonderful olive oil and and balsamic vinegar. After waiting a while for our turn, and finally being tended to, the woman sales person simply walked away from us several times and helped other customers! And, this behavior occurred after been told by the first sales woman, who seemed unwilling to dispense the oil for us, that there might not be enough of it for a whole liter. She then looked preoccupied, muttered something to herself and went across to the cheese counter! Then the other woman exchanged places with her and in between her above mentioned inattentiveness, sold us two half liters of the same oil for $10.00 more! Repeat this scenario with the balsamic vinegar. If it were a sit-com, it might have been humorous, but it was not. It is confusing and rude to treat customers this way, and there might even have been an element of deception going on here. There was no acknowledgment or apology for any this poor treatment, which would have gone a long way to improve our experience. Not sure if this was a fluke or whether there is a real problem with establishment now. Let the buyer beware here!
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September 2022 by Greg Burnett
Sweet shop! Nice assortment of olive oils, breads and cheeses. If you want a glass of wine to wind down the day, this is a great place to pick up your essentials! Will return
