Task 30 - Oli's Eatery (West Boylston, MA)

(30) Eat in 10 New Restaurants (23/20)

Restaurant: Oli's Italian Eatery

Location:  339 W Boylston St
                    West Boylston, MA 01583
                    (508) 854-1500

Website:   www.oliseatery.com

Rating:      5-stars

Having driven by many times tonight I tried Oli's for the first time. I certainly can say that I wasn't disappointed actually they exceeded my expectations. My dining partner and I ordered the Shrimp Scampi ($14.99) and the Italian Trio (15.99) as recommended by our waitress.

The Shrimp Scampi came with 8 large and tender shrimp in a light white wine, butter and garlic sauce that was so tasty I wanted to lick the plate clean. The linguine was cooked perfectly and the diced tomato's just melted in my mouth.  What can I say there wasn't a single thing I would change.

The Italian Trio is a pairing of chicken parm, cheese ravioli's and meatballs. The chicken was fresh and juicy with a light and crisp breading. The two jumbo meatballs were flavorful, juicy and perfectly cooked. The cheese ravioli's were typical but very delicious.

Both portions were generous but not excessive. Nothing to take home because it would be a crime to not finish their food on the spot.

The interior was nicely decorated and intimate enough for our conversation to stay private even though the place was packed. The service was attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. She visited just often enough to keep us satisfied with out being a nuisance.

This place will definitely find its way to my regulars list. I can't wait to go back and try another meal.

  

UPDATE 1/20/12: Visit #2 thrilled me even more then visit #1. This time a group of 4 of us were sarenaded by a guitar playing sinatra singer. We also had different meals. Two of us picked the Chicken Fontina and it was incredible. the chicken was tender and juicy and you could cut it with a fork the sause was a garlic lemon and was perfectly balanced. Another choose the Grilleed Salmon with goat cheese, onions and a sun dried tomato vinaigrete. The salmon melted in your mouth. The third slected the Italian Variety Platter and it was as good as the first time.  I can't seem to get enough of this place.