The Place
For years, Ollie’s had been a key fixture of the nightlife scene at the Ligondi 1912 Bar Street. But times have changed and so has Ollie’s. Recently, they moved to a new spot in the Rainbow Walk complex by Jinji Lake.
Photo via Tess Humphrey's/That's
The Food & Drinks
With an almost identical menu to their previous location, we started with some drinks, including a raspberry mojito (RMB68) that had very little booze and just a subtle hint of the fruit. Instead, an overwhelming amount of mint took over and obscured the other ingredients.
For food, the onion rings (RMB35) were light and crunchy, complemented by herb flavors in the batter. The pretty little salad (RMB45) was fresh and colorful, served with a pleasant, but slightly too peppery, vinaigrette.
The classic pizza (RMB98) had a thin crust that could have been crispier, but thanks to the toppings, the overall flavors were nicely balanced. It’s certainly not the best pizza in town, but definitely worth ordering. The blue cheese burger (RMB88) was overwhelmed by a pile of (not very) caramelized onions and pepper flavor, while the beef patty itself was thick and juicy. Overall, we felt that prices weren’t cheap given the quality of the food.
Photo via Tess Humphrey's/That's
The Vibe
The setup and vibe of the place is very similar to the previous incarnation, with plenty of TV screens for sports, a pool table, and a stage for live music. If you liked Ollie’s before, you’ll definitely still be going, but will it win over new fans? We’re not sure.
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[Cover image via Tess Humphrey's/That's]
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