Olive South Indian Cuisine

Our Best South Indian Dishes

• Masala Dosa

  A golden, crispy rice and lentil crepe filled with spiced potato masala, served with coconut chutney and sambar. Described as one of the biggest dosas available in Calgary at this price point. Perfectly crispy and bursting with authentic South Indian flavors.

• Meen Pollichathu

  A traditional Kerala delicacy of fish wrapped in a spicy masala and then enveloped in banana leaves and cooked. This authentic preparation brings the flavors of Kerala right to Calgary. A beloved Kerala classic that showcases the rich culinary traditions of South India.

• Kurumulaku Kozhi Roast

  Tender chicken slow-roasted with a fiery blend of South Indian spices, caramelized onions, and curry leaves. Rich, bold, and irresistibly aromatic - a signature dish of our restaurant. Our Olive Special - a must-try for those who love bold, peppery South Indian flavors.

FEATURED BIRYANI'S

• Seafood Biriyani$20.99

  Kerala-style seafood biryani with fragrant basmati rice, featuring fish, prawns, and scallops cooked in a rich, spiced masala and aromatic herbs.

• Malabar Dum Prawns Biriyani$18.49
• Malabar Dum Goat Biriyani$17.99
• Malabar Dum Fish Biriyani$17.99
• Malabar Dum Veg Biriyani$14.29
• Malabar Dum Egg Biriyani$14.49
• Thalassery Chicken Biriyani$18.99
• Thalassery Goat Biriyani$19.99
• Thalassery Fish Biriyani$18.99
• Thalassery Prawns Biriyani$19.99
• Matka Chicken Biriyani$17.49
• Matka Goat Biriyani$18.49
• Matka Fish Biriyani$18.49
• Matka Prawns Biriyani$19.49
• Matka Veg Biriyani$16.49

VEG STARTERS

• Gobi Manchurian Dry$14.99
• Vegetable Pakora$12.99
• Kantharri Paneer Dry$15.49
• Gobi - 65$13.49
• Paneer Burji$13.49
• Chilly Paneer$15.49
• Chilly Gobi$14.49
• Chilly Mushroom$14.99
• Kanthari Mushroom$14.49
• Chilly Idli$12.99
• Crispy Chilly Potato$10.49

NON-VEG STARTERS

• Dragon Chicken$15.49
• Kozhi Kothi Varattiyathu$14.99
• Honey Glazed Chicken$15.99
• Ginger Chicken$14.99
• Garlic Chicken$14.99
• Chicken Kondattam$15.99
• Singapore Chilly Chicken$15.99
• Chicken - 65$15.49
• Andra Chicken Dry$15.99

SEAFOOD STARTERS (FISH)

• Kanthari Fish$15.49
• Fish Pakora$15.49
• Chilly Prawns$17.49
• Chemmen Thenga Kothu$17.49
• Kanthari Prawns$17.49
• Chilly Fish$15.49
• Honey Glazed Prawns$17.49
• Fish Manchurian$15.49
• Dragon Fish$15.49
• Salt & Pepper Fish$15.49
• Mutton Pepper Fry$18.49

GOAT & BEEF STARTER

• Mutton Pepper Fry$18.49

DOSA

• Thattu Dosa$11.99
• Masala Uttapam$14.29
• Chocolate Dosa$12.49
• Paneer Masala Dosa$15.99
• Gobi Manchurian Dosa$16.49
• Paneer Tikka Masala Dosa$16.49
• Egg Ghee Dosa$13.99
• Egg Ghee Masala Dosa$15.99
• Chicken Manchurian Dosa$16.49
• Chicken Spring Roll Dosa$16.49
• Veg Spring Roll Dosa$15.49
• Chicken Tikka Masala Dosa$16.99
• Idli Vada$12.99
• Idli Sambar (4 Pcs)$12.99
• Rasa Vada$11.49
• Dahi Vada$11.49
• Uzhunnu Vada$12.49
• Ghee Roast$11.99
• Podi Plain Dosa$12.49
• Podi Masala Dosa$13.49
• Masala Dosa$13.49
• Mysore Plain Dosa$13.99
• Mysore Masala Dosa$14.49
• Thattil Kutti Dosa$14.49
• Onion Plain Dosa$13.99
• Onion Masala Dosa$14.25
• Rava Plain Dosa$14.99
• Rava Masala Dosa$15.49
• Cheese Plain Dosa$14.49
• Cheese Masala Dosa$15.99

KOTHU PARATHA

• Veg Kothu Paratha$14.99
• Egg Kothu Paratha$14.99
• Chicken Kothu Paratha$16.49
• Chicken Tikka Kothu Paratha$17.49
• Goat Kothu Paratha$17.49

EGG

• Omelette$6.50
• Egg Burji$7.50
• Egg & Peas (Dry)$7.50
• Egg Chilly$7.50
• Egg Korma$12.49
• Egg Curry$12.49
• Egg Roast$12.49

VEG CURRIES

• Dal Tadka$13.99
• Dal Palak$14.99
• Paneer Butter Masala$14.99
• Paneer Tikka Masala$14.99
• Veg Stew$13.49
• Veg Khorma$13.99
• Chettinadu Paneer$14.99
• Chettinadu Mushroom$14.99
• Kadhai Paneer$14.99
• Veg Makhni$14.99
• Aloo Gobi$14.99
• Muttar Paneer$14.99
• Channa Masala$13.99

NON-VEG CURRIES

• Olive Special Kurumulaku Kozhi Roast$17.49
• Chicken Pollichathu$17.49
• Chicken Naalukettu$16.49
• Butter Chicken$17.49
• Chicken Tikka Masala$17.49
• Kuttanadan Chicken Curry$16.49
• Chicken Khorma$15.99
• Chicken Varuthara$16.49
• Kadai Chicken$16.49
• Murghi Saagwala$15.99
• Chicken Stew$16.49
• Chicken Roast$17.49

MUTTON CURRIES

• Mutton Chettinadu$18.49
• Mutton Roast$18.99
• Mutton Coconut Fry$18.99
• Olive Special Mutton Khorma$18.49
• Mutton Masala$18.49
• Mutton Stew$18.49

SEAFOOD (FISH & PRAWNS)

• Olive Special Koonthal Ularthu$16.49
• Shappile Meen Curry$15.99
• Travancore Meen Curry$16.99
• Mango Fish Curry$17.49
• Kozhikodan Meen Curry$17.49
• Squid Roast$16.49
• Fish Masala$17.49
• Meen Pollichathu$18.49
• Fish Moilee$17.49
• Nemba Nadan Chemmeen Roast$18.49
• Chemmeen Mango Curry$18.49

BIRYANI

• Olive Special Chicken Biryani$17.49
• Egg Biryani$14.49
• Chicken Biryani$15.49
• Vegetable Biryani$14.29
• Fish Biryani$18.99
• Goat Biryani (Mutton)$18.99

CHINESE

• Egg Noodles$16.49
• Chicken Noodles$17.49
• Veg Noodles$15.99
• Mixed Noodles$17.99
• Prawn Noodles$18.49
• Schezwan Veg Fried Rice$15.99
• Schezwan Chicken Fried Rice$17.49
• Schezwan Mixed Fried Rice$19.49
• Schezwan Prawn Fried Rice$18.49

RICE & BREAD

• Steamed Rice$9.25
• Ghee Rice$12.99
• Coconut Rice$10.25
• Jeera Rice$9.99
• Lemon Rice$9.75
• Chapathi$2.20
• Kerala Paratha$2.70
• Kallapam$1.99
• Appam$2.20

DESSERT

• Chocolate Ice Cream$3.49
• Vanilla Ice Cream$3.49
• Strawberry Ice Cream$3.49
• Gulab Jamun (2 Pcs)$6.99
• Payasam$6.69
• Carrot Halwa$6.59

DRINKS

• Salt Lassi$5.99
• Strawberry Milkshake$7.49
• Chocolate Milkshake$7.49
• Mango Milkshake$7.49
• Oreo Milkshake$7.49
• Sweet Lassi$5.99
• Mango Lassi$7.15

FRESH JUICES

• Mango Juice$6.44
• Fresh Lime Juice$5.99
• Fresh Lime Soda$7.15

Kerala Chicken Dishes

Discover our authentic Kerala chicken preparations, featuring traditional recipes with aromatic spices and curry leaves.

• Kozhi Kothi Varattiyathu

  Traditional Kerala-style chicken dry fry with aromatic spices, curry leaves, and freshly grated coconut. A beloved dish from Kerala's culinary heritage.

• Chicken Kondattam

  Kerala-style chicken preparation with a unique blend of spices and traditional cooking methods that create an unforgettable flavor experience.

• Chicken 65

  Crispy deep-fried chicken marinated in Kerala spices with curry leaves and green chillies. A popular South Indian appetizer loved across Calgary.

• Andra Chicken Dry

  Spicy dry chicken preparation inspired by Andhra cuisine, featuring bold flavors and a perfect blend of South Indian spices.

Kerala Seafood Specialties

Fresh seafood prepared in authentic Kerala style with coconut, Kanthari chillies, and traditional spices.

• Kanthari Fish

  Fish preparation with fiery Kanthari chillies (bird's eye chillies), a signature Kerala spicy delicacy that brings authentic heat and flavor.

• Chemmen Thenga Kothu

  Succulent prawns cooked with freshly grated coconut in traditional Kerala style. A coastal delicacy that showcases Kerala's love for seafood and coconut.

• Kanthari Prawns

  Prawns prepared with fiery Kanthari chillies in authentic Kerala style. A bold, spicy preparation for those who love heat with their seafood.

Kerala Beef & Mutton Dishes

Authentic Kerala-style beef and mutton preparations with aromatic spices, coconut, and curry leaves.

• Beef Coconut Fry

  Kerala-style beef fry with freshly grated coconut, curry leaves, and traditional spices. A must-try dish that represents the heart of Kerala cuisine.

• Mutton Pepper Fry

  Tender mutton pieces slow-cooked with crushed black pepper and Kerala spices. A flavorful dish with the perfect balance of heat and aroma.

• Chilly Beef Dry

  Spicy beef dry fry with green chillies and aromatic Kerala spices. A bold, flavorful dish that's perfect with rice or Kerala paratha.

Kerala Paratha & Uttapam

Traditional Kerala flatbreads and South Indian pancakes, perfect as main dishes or accompaniments.

• Masala Uttapam

  Thick South Indian pancake made from fermented rice and lentil batter, topped with onions, tomatoes, and Kerala spices. Served with sambar and chutney.

• Chicken Kothu Paratha

  Shredded Kerala paratha stir-fried with tender chicken pieces, eggs, and aromatic spices. A popular street food from Kerala now available in Calgary.

• Chicken Tikka Kothu Paratha

  A fusion favorite featuring shredded paratha stir-fried with tandoori chicken tikka pieces, eggs, and aromatic spices. The best of North and South Indian flavors.