"'comfort food' has become a synonym for 'cheap eats' at Oliver's. Unfortunately for diners, a formally upscale menu has been transformed into a local's answer to Applebee's/Friday's. So sad to see that the chef needs to fill his seats by dumbing down choices. Maybe lobster mac n' cheese was too rich for Bordentown-but-rump roast pot roast? Hopefully Oliver's returns to sanity before its too late. PS_considering how trimmed down the menu had become it was surprising how poorly paced dinner was. Seemed like an almost full house brought the kitchen to a standstill. Not the quality or performance that has brought me back over the years. I'll wait to return when I see a revised menu that brings the flair back."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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"This was a revisit for dinner since our first experience was excellent. This time, however, our experience was a bit off. Service was adequate but not attentive. Our salads were excellent and our entrees were just "okay". Our wait time for entrees was lengthy. Desserts were overpriced at $8.50 each. I would, however, try again and hope this was an isolated experience."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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"I meet friends for dinner every 6 weeks or so. We live far from one another, and were lucky to find Oliver's for our dinners. We are MOST never disappointed."
Dined on 5/01/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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"Great menu offering something different and delicious. BYOB also helps. Price is good and good is better. The mussels are awesome and they will spice them up a little for you if you ask...try it!"
Dined on 04/24/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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"Dining at Olivers A Bistro exceeded my expectations. The service was courteous and non-intrusive. My meal was simply delicious. There was a bit of a hitch when someone in my party ordered a dessert to go that, given the menu description, was clearly not intended for takeout. But the server was quite gracious and courteous in addressing the issue and reaching a satisfactory solution. This was my first visit to Olivers A Bistro and I look forward to returning and tasting other offerings on the menu."
Dined on 04/26/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic
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"Oliver's is a one of a kind experience nestled in the heart of Bordentown. The food, service and ambience are exceptional. You will not be not be disappointed. Highly recommended!"
Dined on 04/16/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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"Oliver A Bistro is our go-to place for special dinners (birthdays, anniversaries, etc.) and it's a wonderful dining experience every time. The staff is always very friendly and attentive and the food is always excellent! It also had a great ambience, quiet and romantic. If you haven't tried it yet you are missing out!"
Dined on 04/16/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"The food is delicious and very fresh. The room is intimate and makes for a quiet romantic dinner with great service. It is BYOB which also helps to keep it affordable. Love this place!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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"Never disappoints. Can be noisy if large tables are close, but otherwise a wonderful place to dine. Staff are attentive, service is great, friendly, and paced to fit the table needs. Sauces and presentation are so tasteful."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic
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"This was my birthday celebration so I got to select the restaurant. I picked Pliver's and they didn't let's down. The rack of lamb was especially superb."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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"The food is fantastic at Oliver's. It's a great little place to visit and we plan on getting there more often. It was a little loud in there because a large party was celebrating something. Fortunately they were finishing up shortly after we arrived."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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"As always, Oliver's was spectacular. The fixed price menu had a generous selection and the specials were plentiful. Two of our party had the Cod and the third had the bacon wrapped filet and we all LOVED our main courses. The potato soup as a starter is a MUST have and the mussels in red sauce were amazing. We come here often and are never disappointed. If you've not been here yet, you owe it to yourself to come in. You will keep coming back."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"We love Oliver for the wonderful service, fantastic food and incredible staff. Everything from the Appetizers to the desserts is well thought out, portions are generous and everthing is fresh. Produce from local farms is used when available and in season."
Dined on 04/05/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"This is a very intimate, tastefully decorated place where may count on quality food and service. Portions are more than ample-- great desserts!do not hesitate to treat yourself to this gem!"
Dined on 03/21/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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"Service was very good, wait staff were attentive. Food was lacking. Every dish was over done with pepper. The scallop's were good, with a buttery taste that was completely ruined by the over powering pepper taste. The corned beef dish was absolutely over cooked, the only good part of the meal was the butter milk potatoes, they were delicious. Would not recommend."
Dined on 03/16/2013
2012
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"first time we have been there and it was awesome!! our waiter was great ( bruce? ) prices were also great. will definetly go back gary & judy hamilton twp"
Dined on 03/15/2013
2013
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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"We love this restaurant, but the service was off on the night we went. We arrived 8pm and were not out until 11pm. We had to ask for things more than once."
Dined on 03/02/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"We have no complaints about the food. It was delicious as usual. However, the restaurant was busy with two large tables of 8-10 each and as a result our meal lasted 2 hours and 15 minutes. It was an hour and 20 minutes before we received our entree. I don't think that's acceptable but our waiter did not recognize that we were waiting way too long for our food. A simple apology and "Dessert is on the house" would have made me feel a lot better about the experience."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"the service great, the food i have not heard of anyone being dissapointed, either was my girlfriend an i....bring your own wine instead of a bar sceen actually adds to the atmosphere of this fine dining experiance.if you like little quite restaurants with great food you will not be dissapointer here !!!!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"As always, the service and food at Oliver A Bistro is outstanding. Ambiance was relaxed and quiet--a perfect setting for a Valentine's Day celebration."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot
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"Joshua our server was excellent went over the menu several times and explain in details how dishes were prepaired. Our party of 4 enjoy a very relaxed meal no rush to leave, we stayed 1.5 hour after our meal was done just talking. Specials and regular menu offer a very nice selection and desert was outstanding."
Dined on 02/05/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, great for lunch
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"Oliver a Bistro is a quaint, romantic restaurant that we go to quite often. The food is excellent, the atmosphere inviting and the service superior. Highly recommended. We had the Acorn Squash Appetizer stuffed with sausage which was excellent. We shared it with another couple...it was a nice portion. We also split the Pear blue cheese salad as well which is my favorite. The entrees are are all delicious with nice size portions. Friendly staff and a very talented chef... Located in the heart of Bordentown. Don't miss this Neighborbood Gem!"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2007
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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"The menu hits all the high points in high-end American comfort food. And it's BYOB, so you are paying only for a great meal. We drive a half-hour in evening traffic to get there, and it is so worth it!"
Dined on 01/31/2013
2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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"Our first time here to this byob French bistro and our last. Too many noisey large parties that the kitchen could not coordinate/time the food orders. We were only two and we waited over 45 minutes after our appetizers for our main course. It would not have been so bad if at least one of the 4 waiters would have checked in with us during our 45 minute wait. Crickets! And then when we flagged down a waiter and asked about our food his reply was, "Do you want me to find out when your order went in"? There is something very strange about the wait staff. They are not polished! My wife and I ordered the rack of lamb. She got 5 pieces and I got 4! Go figure!"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2007
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"Started out with an Acorn Squash appetizer that was sinfully delishious. Since it was Thursday, Market-style burritos were available so that was what was ordered. These are some very wonderfully prepared burritos, although the "hot" could have had some more zest, overall it was an exceptional treat."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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