★★★★★
One of the best Italian meals I've had in Tampa. The cacio e pepe was perfect and the open kitchen makes the whole room feel alive. Will be back for brunch.
Italian Restaurants · Hyde Park · Tampa
OLIVIA
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The place
OLIVIA is a refined Italian restaurant at 3601 W Swann Ave in Tampa's Hyde Park neighborhood, serving handmade pasta, wood-fired pizza, steak, and seafood. The kitchen runs an open line with a wood-burning oven and pasta-rolling station, and the menu features weekend brunch alongside a robust Italian-leaning wine list. OLIVIA accepts reservations via Resy and offers takeout. Street and lot parking are available along Swann Avenue. The restaurant is dog-friendly on its outdoor patio. It holds a 4.6-star rating across 2,771 Google reviews and is widely cited among Tampa's top Italian destinations for date nights and special occasions.
OLIVIA sits on a quiet corner of Swann Avenue in Hyde Park, a few blocks from Bayshore Boulevard and the SoHo strip. The vaulted dining room frames an open kitchen where pasta is rolled by hand and a wood-burning oven anchors the line, giving the space the kind of theater that makes it a fixture for Tampa anniversaries, birthdays, and unhurried weekend mornings.
The menu changes with the seasons, but regulars come back for the bucatini cacio e pepe, the Olivia meatballs, and wood-fired Margherita and prosciutto pizzas. Larger plates lean toward branzino, bone-in ribeye, and lamb ragu pappardelle, and the focaccia and burrata starters are near-mandatory. The wine list is heavy on Italian regions, with a strong by-the-glass program for pairing across courses.
Reservations are strongly recommended and most easily booked on Resy, especially for Friday and Saturday dinner. Parking is a mix of street spots along Swann and small adjacent lots — give yourself extra time on weekends. Dogs are welcome on the patio, and the kitchen accommodates takeout for most pasta and pizza items. The dining room opens earlier on Saturday and Sunday for brunch service, which books up quickly.
Open kitchen with wood-burning oven
Handmade pasta rolled in-house
Robust Italian-focused wine list
Weekend brunch (Saturday & Sunday)
What to expect
Expect a polished but unstuffy Italian dining room with an open kitchen, handmade pastas, wood-fired pizzas, and a thoughtful Italian wine program. Service is attentive, the noise level is lively, and the patio is dog-friendly. Plan ahead with a Resy reservation for prime times.
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The shop, in frames
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What people are saying
★★★★★
Booked through Resy for our anniversary. The meatballs and lamb pappardelle were incredible, and our server's wine pairings nailed it. Worth every dollar.
★★★★★
Beautiful space, wood oven smells amazing the second you walk in. Margherita pizza had the best crust I've eaten in Florida. A little loud at peak — get the patio if you can.
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Frequently asked
Does OLIVIA take reservations?
Yes — OLIVIA accepts reservations through Resy, and they are strongly recommended for Friday and Saturday dinner as well as weekend brunch.
Is OLIVIA dog friendly?
Yes, leashed dogs are welcome on OLIVIA's outdoor patio. The interior dining room is reserved for guests without pets.
Where do I park near OLIVIA?
Parking is a mix of free street parking along W Swann Ave and small adjacent lots in Hyde Park. Allow extra time on Friday and Saturday nights.
What are the most popular dishes at OLIVIA?
Guests most often order the Olivia meatballs, bucatini cacio e pepe, lamb ragu pappardelle, the Margherita pizza from the wood oven, and the burrata starter.
What are OLIVIA's hours?
OLIVIA is open Monday through Thursday 5pm–9pm, Friday 5pm–10pm, Saturday 10am–10pm, and Sunday 10am–9pm. Brunch is served on Saturday and Sunday mornings.
Does OLIVIA offer takeout or delivery?
Yes, OLIVIA offers takeout for most pasta, pizza, and starter items. Orders can be placed by phone at (813) 328-8866 or through the official website.
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