Olio - Bluewater
Olio
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Tucked in Bayfield, this intimate Italian draws praise for standout arancini, wood‑oven pizzas, mushroom pasta and inventive desserts, plus a broad non‑alcoholic cocktail list and allergy-aware service. Cozy outdoor patio and a back yurt create memorable ambiance. However, inconsistency is a recurring issue: long waits, wrong orders, uneven drinks and occasional off flavors temper the experience, and prices run high—resulting in passionate fans and frustrated diners alike.
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Good food, but came with a bit of a wait (I'd guess maybe 45 mins 1 hour after we ordered), and the restaurant was a third full at most. The mushroom rigatoni I think was the best dish out of the dishes we tried the leeks in the sauce really added a nice depth of flavour. Ordered the espresso martini and it didn't have the classic foam on top (i.e. wasn't shaken properly), but it still tasted ok. I think other reviews mentioned something about a yurt. We didn't see one, but there was plenty of outdoor seating, which made for a nice dining experience.
I had an amazing dinner at Oilo! I had the chicken fettuccine and it was to die for! The service was excellent and the patio is great! Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: $30–40 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
I recently visited this restaurant, and in my opinion, the experience fell short of expectations. From what it felt like, my party and I waited around 30 minutes before being greeted by the waitress, and it seemed like 20 minutes before we received water. Throughout the night, the service appeared delayed, and I personally found the waitress’s behavior to be less than welcoming. As for the food, it wasn’t to my taste. In my view, the pizza seemed more like pre-made flatbread with a processed flavor to the cheese, and the pasta, in my opinion, tasted bland and lacked the fresh quality I was expecting for the price. It felt like we waited over an hour and a half for the food to arrive, with dishes coming out at different times. There was also some confusion with the bill. We were initially under the impression that it had been covered, but were later approached to pay, which made for an awkward situation. To add to the unfortunate experience, the owner has since contacted me to dispute my review, threatening legal action for defamation and suggesting that my account is not accurate based on their video footage. While I’m only sharing my personal experience and opinions, I hope this review helps others make an informed decision.
I would go back however it felt like the waitress was hustling us out the door at the end of the meal. Also she served me first instead of my bride. I believe strongly that the lady should be served first. The food was excellent except the medium steak was medium/well done. Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner
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