A fresh take on Italian in the heart of The Hill
With its beautiful outdoor terrace, Oliva Café is a picturesque spot for a quiet lunch. Choose from a menu of Italian favorites, including sandwiches, salads and chef’s specials.

LUNCH
Tuesday-Saturday, 11am-2pm
Reservations are suggested for 6-12 guests.
To make a reservation, call 314-899-6271.
To-go orders available.
Click here for private dining room luncheon options.
Sandwiches
SALMON BLT
Smoked salt-rubbed salmon filet, heirloom tomato, romaine, brown-sugar-cured bacon, guacamole on toasted wheatberry bread
14.25
MEATBALL SANDWICH
Our house-recipe meatballs and tomato sauce on a toasted Italian roll, finished with melted fontina, parmesan and giardiniera
14.00
“THE HILL” PANINI
Cured meats from Volpi (Genoa salami, mortadella, Spanish chorizo), Havarti cheese, Piquillo peppers, giardiniera, arugula, basil mayo on schiacciata roll
13.75
CLASSIC CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH
Our house-made classic-style chicken salad with mixed greens on freshly baked multigrain croissant
13.75
TURKEY BLT
Honey-roasted sliced turkey breast, heirloom tomato, romaine, brown-sugar-cured bacon, guacamole on toasted sourdough bread
14.00
NONNA’S SICILIAN TUNA SALAD
Albacore tuna, onions, peppers, capers, olives, red wine lemon vinaigrette, arugula, mayo, tomato on toasted wheat berry bread
14.25
GRILLED CHICKEN AND ARTICHOKE PANINI
Grilled chicken and provolone topped with a blend of artichokes, red onion, basil mayo on schiacciata roll
14.00
All sandwiches include a side of sweet potato fries.
Side salad substitutions: $1.00
You Pick Two Options: “The Hill” Panini or Grilled Chicken and Artichoke Panini with side
Salads
CAESAR QUINOA SALAD
Chopped romaine and arugula, tossed with quinoa, fresh shaved parmesan, pickled red onion and parmesan croutons, with Caesar dressing
12.25
Add chicken 2.50 or salmon 3.00
CHICKEN AND DRIED CHERRIES SALAD
Arugula and romaine topped with shredded grilled chicken, dried cherries, goat cheese, candied roasted pecans with white balsamic vinaigrette
13.50
“THE HILL” CHOPPED SALAD
Chopped iceberg and arugula with cured meats from Volpi (Genoa salami, mortadella, Spanish chorizo), parmesan, Piquillo peppers with oregano vinaigrette
13.50
Specials
QUICHE OF THE DAY
13.50
FLATBREAD PIZZA OF THE DAY
12.75
GRILLED CHEESE AND TOMATO SOUP (served Tuesday-Thursday)
13.25
FISH AND CHIPS (served Friday & Saturday)
13.75
SOUP OF THE DAY (bowl)
6.50
SOUP OF THE DAY (cup)
4.00
LUNCHEONS
Tuesday-Saturday
reservations required · private dining room · up to 30 guests
Email Catering St. Louis Events or call 314-961-7588 x. 221 for details.
Oliva Café is the perfect place to hold small gatherings (up to 30 guests) such as bridal showers, baby showers, corporate luncheons and birthday celebrations.
NOTE: All Oliva Café private dining room luncheons are regarded as 3-hour reservations (11am-2pm).
- Available Tuesday-Saturday in the Oliva Café private dining room.
- A $400 non-refundable rental fee is required to secure your reservation.
- Food must be ordered to reserve the space.
- Date requested may be reserved up to 6 months in advance.
- A 25% service charge will be added to your final invoice.
Luncheon Sandwiches
“THE HILL” PANINI
Cured meats from Volpi (Genoa salami, mortadella, Spanish chorizo), Havarti cheese, Piquillo peppers, giardiniera, arugula, basil mayo on schiacciata roll
13.75
CLASSIC CHICKEN SALAD SANDWICH
Our house-made classic-style chicken salad with mixed greens on freshly baked multigrain croissant
13.75
HUMMUS VEGGIE WRAP
Hummus, tomato, cucumber, feta, dill sauce, wrapped in fresh lavosh
12.50
Luncheon Combo
SOUP + SANDWICH/SALAD
Cup of soup with 1/2 sandwich or salad
Luncheon Salads
CAESAR QUINOA SALAD
Chopped romaine and arugula, tossed with quinoa, fresh shaved parmesan, pickled red onion and parmesan croutons, with Caesar dressing
12.25
Add chicken 2.50 or salmon 3.00
CHICKEN AND DRIED CHERRIES SALAD
Arugula and romaine topped with dried cherries, grilled chicken, goat cheese, toasted almonds, with white balsamic vinaigrette
13.50
“THE HILL” CHOPPED SALAD
Cured meats from Volpi (Genoa salami, mortadella, Spanish chorizo), parmesan and Piquillo peppers over chopped iceberg and arugula, with oregano vinaigrette
13.50
