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 Welcome to Urban Olive

Welcome to Urban Olive Mediterranean, a family owned and operated Mediterranean restaurant in downtown Raleigh, located inside Transfer Co. Food Hall. We specialize in fresh, scratch made Mediterranean food inspired by the coastal flavors of the Levant  from house marinated shawarma and flame grilled kabobs to vibrant salads, creamy hummus, and handcrafted sauces. Every dish is made daily using premium ingredients, family recipes, and bold, healthy flavors designed to nourish both body and soul. Whether you’re dining in or ordering takeout, Urban Olive brings authentic Mediterranean cuisine in Raleigh, NC to life with warmth, tradition, and modern flair.

Our Family Story, Dream & Vision

Urban Olive was born from a family dream to bring the flavors, traditions, and hospitality of our Mediterranean coastal hometown to downtown Raleigh. Located inside Transfer Co. Food Hall, our name honors the olive trees and citrus groves we grew up around, where food has always been a way to bring people together.


We are a family owned and operated Mediterranean restaurant, with our parents, siblings, and close friends working side by side every day. From shawarma and gyro to hummus, falafel, and fresh salads, everything is made from scratch with the same care we would serve at our own family table.


Our vision is to share authentic Mediterranean food in Raleigh with warmth, heart, and tradition, and to welcome every guest into the Urban Olive family.

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