White Olive Mediterranean Kitchen
Mediterranean grilled platter at White Olive NYC in Midtown Manhattan

Midtown Manhattan · All Halal · Est. Mediterranean

Mediterranean Restaurant, Halal Dining & Corporate Catering in NYC

Reserve your table or plan your next corporate event at White Olive NYC.

Discover contemporary Mediterranean dining in the heart of Midtown Manhattan at White Olive NYC, located at 39 West 55th Street, New York, NY 10019, between Fifth and Sixth Avenues.

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39 West 55th Street, NYC Daily 11:30 AM – 11:00 PM (917) 300-3105

A Midtown Destination

A Mediterranean Restaurant in Midtown NYC Made for Memorable Dining

Whether you're planning a business lunch, dinner in Midtown, corporate catering for your New York City office, an executive dinner, private celebration or simply searching for exceptional halal food in NYC, White Olive combines Mediterranean flavors, sophisticated surroundings and warm hospitality in one convenient Manhattan destination.

Our menu brings together Mediterranean traditions with Greek and Turkish influences, from colorful mezze and fresh seafood to grilled meats, lamb chops, salads, pasta and distinctive desserts.

  • Business lunches
  • Client dinners
  • Romantic dinners
  • Family dining
  • Corporate gatherings
  • Birthday celebrations
  • Group dinners
  • Private parties
  • Office events
  • Pre-theater dining
  • Special occasions
  • Midtown visitors
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Corporate Catering NYC

Bring White Olive to Your Office or Event

Searching for corporate catering NYC companies that can offer something more distinctive than another ordinary office lunch? Bring Mediterranean flavor to your next meeting, presentation, company celebration or executive gathering.

Our Mediterranean-inspired cuisine works especially well for groups because guests can enjoy a variety of shareable appetizers, salads, seafood, meats, sides and desserts.

Corporate Lunches

Turn your next team lunch into an occasion with fresh Mediterranean dishes made for sharing.

Executive Meetings

Create a polished dining experience for executives, visiting partners and important clients.

Client Presentations

Make your presentation memorable with professionally prepared Mediterranean cuisine.

Board Meetings

Upgrade the traditional boardroom lunch with flavorful dishes and options for varied preferences.

Office Celebrations

Celebrate milestones, promotions, achievements, birthdays and holidays with a Mediterranean menu.

Employee Appreciation

Thank your team with a lunch or dinner that feels more special than everyday takeout.

Networking Events

Mediterranean appetizers, mezze and shareable dishes suit social and professional gatherings.

Corporate Holiday Parties

Bring colleagues together over a menu inspired by Mediterranean hospitality.

Conferences & Business Events

Ask our team about options appropriate for your guest count and requirements.

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Mediterranean catering spread prepared by White Olive for an NYC office event

Catering Packages NYC

Flexible Mediterranean Catering for Events Large and Small

A lunch for a department of 12 requires a different approach than an executive reception, holiday party or larger corporate gathering. That is why your catering inquiry should begin with your guest count, occasion and preferred menu.

Mediterranean Mezze

Hummus, babaganoush, tzatziki, muhammara, eggplant preparations and other specialties.

Fresh Salads

Vibrant salads and vegetable-forward selections to complement your meal.

Seafood

Mediterranean seafood selections such as branzino, salmon and octopus.

Grilled Meats

Selections inspired by White Olive favorites: lamb, chicken, beef and mixed grill.

Pasta & Accompaniments

Pasta, vegetables, potatoes, rice and complementary sides.

Mediterranean Desserts

Finish with something memorable, including traditional baklava.

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Catering Prices NYC

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One of the first questions when planning an event is: “How much does catering cost in NYC?” The answer depends on the type of event you are planning.

Your final catering price may vary according to factors such as:

  • Number of guests
  • Menu selections
  • Quantity of food
  • Lunch versus dinner
  • Delivery requirements
  • Presentation and setup
  • Event format
  • Special menu requests
  • Additional services

Rather than choosing an arbitrary package that may not fit your event, tell us the basics of your gathering — or call (917) 300-3105.

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Tell us what you're planning

Start with your guest count and date — our team replies with current catering options and pricing for your event.

Prefer to talk it through? Call (917) 300-3105.

Signature Drinks

Mocktails Worth Ordering First

Fresh juices, house-made purées and Mediterranean botanicals — crafted at the bar, served all day and night.

Mango Lychee Madness

Mango nectar, house-made lychee, lime juice, topped with Sprite, Tajín rim

Mixed Berry Lemonade

Fresh mixed berry purée, lemon juice, simple syrup, topped with club and fresh berries

Velour de Rose

Fresh raspberries, rose water, lemon juice, agave, topped with club soda

Coconut Crush

Pineapple juice, coconut crème, fresh lime juice, Angostura bitters, topped with tonic, coconut flakes

Event Menus

Gold & Platinum Prix-Fixe Menus for Groups

Designed for private parties, corporate dinners and celebrations — a full Mediterranean progression from mezze to dessert.

Gold Menu

$100

Per guest

Platinum Menu

$120

Per guest

Both tiers follow the same Mediterranean progression below — mezze, appetizers, salad, pasta, entrée, sides and dessert. Platinum adds premium selections and expanded service.

Mezze

01

  • HummusDF · GF

    Tahini, lemon juice, extra virgin olive oil, garlic and cumin

  • TzatzikiGF

    Greek yogurt, cucumber, garlic, fresh mint, extra virgin olive oil

  • MelitzanosalataDF · GF

    Grilled eggplant, parsley, extra virgin olive oil, lemon, garlic, roasted red pepper

  • White Olive Spicy EzmeDF · GF

    Diced tomatoes, cucumber, red bell pepper, onion, parsley, lemon juice with virgin olive oil

Appetizers

02

  • CalamariDF

    Deep fried baby calamari served with Cretan tomato marinara sauce, smoked paprika aioli and mixed green salad

  • Shrimp SaganakiDF · GF

    Baked shrimp with barrel feta cheese, tomato sauce, sweet paprika and chili pepper

  • Grilled HalloumiGF

    Simply grilled Cypriot cheese with candied lemon and mixed green salad

  • Fried Liver

    Pan-fried calf's liver served with red onion, parsley, paprika, lemon juice and sumac

  • Spicy Beef Sausage LollipopsDF · GF

    Beef sausage lollipops wrapped in roasted red pepper

  • Zucchini Pancakes

    Served with cucumber-dill-yogurt sauce

Salad

03

  • Traditional Greek SaladGF

    Organic tomatoes, kalamata olives, cucumber, red onion, parsley, virgin olive oil and barrel feta cheese

  • White Olive Signature SaladGF

    White olives, steak tomatoes, blue cheese, walnuts, arugula with extra virgin olive oil and red wine vinegar

Pasta

04

  • Trenette Truffle

    Fresh fettuccini tossed with parmesan cheese, portobello mushrooms, truffle oil, roasted garlic white creamy sauce

  • White Olive Seafood Pasta

    Fresh cut spaghetti, New Zealand mussels, shrimp, calamari and marinara sauce

Entrées

05

  • Fillet of LavrakiDF · GF

    Delicate Mediterranean branzino served on a bed of mixed vegetables and white olive cranberry tapenade

  • Pavé de SalmonGF

    Wild caught salmon with forbidden black rice, basil pesto and chef's special salad

  • Red SnapperDF · GF

    Fillet, lightly pan fried on a bed of forbidden black rice with white olive cranberry tapenade

  • Chicken Piccata

    Baby chicken tender marinated with egg, served with mashed potatoes, seasonal vegetables, butter lemon sauce

  • Beef Bourguignon

    Tender beef slowly cooked in a rich red wine sauce with pearl onion, carrot, mushroom, served with mashed potatoes

  • Mixed Grilled Platter

    Organic grilled chicken, 2 pieces lamb chops, meatballs and hanger steak with forbidden black rice

Side Orders

  • French Cut Fries
  • Wild Mushroom Sautéed
  • Creamy Spinach
  • Lemon Potatoes
  • Steamed Green Beans

Desserts

  • Traditional Baklava with Ice Cream
  • Tiramisu
  • Vanilla or Chocolate Ice Cream
  • Molten Chocolate Cake

20% gratuity added on parties of 5 or more

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Halal Food NYC

Halal Mediterranean Dining in Midtown Manhattan

Looking for halal food in NYC without sacrificing the atmosphere of a polished Manhattan restaurant? White Olive offers a halal Mediterranean dining experience in Midtown, convenient for families, professionals, visitors and business groups.

Hummus & Mediterranean Mezze

Perfect for the table and ideal for sharing.

Baby Lamb Chops

A substantial Mediterranean favorite for meat lovers.

Mixed Grilled Platter

A combination of grilled selections to experience several flavors together.

Branzino & Seafood

Fresh seafood plays an important role throughout the White Olive menu.

Mediterranean Salads

Fresh ingredients, herbs and Mediterranean flavors as starters or complements.

Traditional Baklava

Finish with one of the Mediterranean's best-known desserts.

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Turkish Restaurant NYC

Turkish Restaurant Searches Meet a Broader Mediterranean Experience

White Olive offers something broader: a contemporary Mediterranean dining experience inspired by culinary traditions found throughout the Mediterranean, including influences associated with Greece and Turkey.

The menu reflects many ingredients and preparations familiar to guests who enjoy Turkish and Eastern Mediterranean cuisine.

  • Hummus
  • Muhammara
  • Tzatziki
  • Eggplant dishes
  • Ezme
  • Grilled meats
  • Lamb
  • Seafood
  • Mediterranean salads
  • Baklava
  • Mediterranean wines
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Business Lunch Midtown NYC

Make Your Next Client Lunch More Memorable

A successful business lunch needs a convenient location, a comfortable environment and a menu broad enough to satisfy different tastes. Our Midtown location is convenient for professionals around Fifth Avenue, Sixth Avenue, Rockefeller Center, Central Park South, West 55th Street, MoMA and nearby Midtown hotels and offices.

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Corporate Dinner & Client Entertainment

Some Conversations Deserve Better Than a Conference Room

Start the table with Mediterranean mezze. Add seafood, pasta or grilled selections. Pair the meal with beverages from our extensive drink program and finish with dessert — a sophisticated backdrop for client dinners, executive dinners, post-conference dinners, team celebrations, company milestones and closing dinners.

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Private Dining & Group Reservations NYC

Gather Around the Table at White Olive

White Olive welcomes groups and private-event inquiries for occasions ranging from intimate dinners to business functions and special celebrations — birthdays, anniversaries, engagements, bridal gatherings, family celebrations, corporate parties, office functions, holiday dinners, business receptions, group lunches and group dinners.

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Why Choose White Olive NYC

One Midtown Destination, Every Occasion

Midtown Manhattan Location

Conveniently located at 39 West 55th Street, between Fifth and Sixth Avenues.

Halal Menu

An excellent option for guests specifically looking for halal dining in Manhattan.

Mediterranean Cuisine

A diverse menu influenced by the flavors and traditions of the Mediterranean.

Corporate Catering

Bring White Olive cuisine to your office, meeting or business event.

Private Events

Host birthdays, corporate gatherings and other special occasions.

Group Dining

Bring colleagues, friends or family together around a Mediterranean table.

Lunch & Dinner

Part of your afternoon meeting, evening plans or special celebration.

Online Reservations

Plan ahead and secure your table before arriving.

Visiting Midtown Manhattan?

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Reserve. Gather. Celebrate.

Your Mediterranean Table Is Waiting

Dinner with friends. Lunch with a client. A date in Manhattan. A family celebration. An executive meeting. Whatever brings you to Midtown, make the meal part of the experience.

White Olive NYC

39 West 55th Street, New York, NY 10019

(917) 300-3105

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