Under The Olive Tree

Service here is always on point– they are really knowledgable here! I never knew how much I cared about the different qualities of oils and vinegars until I came here-​after trying some here and then coming home to my boring grocery stuff, I now can’t get enough! You can purchase different sizes of them, the lowest being $ 6.99 for a 60mL sampler size. Chimchurri here is so amazing as well. Have fun and discover your new palate for oils and vinegars!

I loved shopping in this sweet little family owned business. They have a robust selection of olive oils and balsamic vinegars — almost an overwhelming amount. The owner was extremely helpful — she helped me choose a few that would pair well together and created beautiful custom packaging for me in no time flat. Will definitely be back!

AMAZING service, amazing products at a great price. I will definitely be back again.

Had a fabulous experience here tonight!
Wandered in and had a few questions, and Clair and her cousin went above and beyond, answering all of our questions, doing a little extra research to make sure, and were attentive and lovely the whole time. They’re super knowledgable and I will definitely be back to buy more delicious & unique flavors!
**Extra bonus points for even printing out enlarged labels for 3 bottles we bought, so I wouldn’t have to reach for my readers each time!

I absolutely love this place! I go in and not only do I feel right at home with the great staff, the quality of the products are phenomenal! I found the shop about 4 years ago when in town with my ex for a conference at Tysons. All I had to do was spend the day at the mall… What better way to spend time but tasting great oils and vinegars? I spent over $ 100 that day! I got the Basil olive oil, Garlic, Butter, White Truffle, Herbs de Provence olive oil and the 18 year Balsamic vinegar! And the best thing ever is the chimichurri mix, oh and I almost forgot my black truffle sea salt I got for popcorn! And when I got back to Virginia Beach they would ship my stuff to me any time I needed them. They also do military discount and have a loyalty program!!!
They rock!!! I love the oil, the recipes are kick ass, and the owners are rock stars!!!

This is my go to olive oil store, which is wonderful to think that I have a place I go to exclusively for olive oil and vinegar? Now I have never been a whiz in the kitchen but I know how to add oils and vinegars to spice things up. I did not however, know there was so many different kinds of oils and vinegars I could choose from to make a whole new palette of flavors in my dishes!
I come here from time to time to pick up new items and the employees are always so helpful and knowledgable. you can tell they actually know what they’re talking about in depth and not through a training packet. It is a family business too so that helps on the knowledge side and customer service side. I even emailed once asking about the method of oil pulling and its health benefits and asking if they carried anything or knew anything. I was highly impressed with the near essay they replied with. I learned about the history of the method the different types of oil you can use, how to do it and, and the products they had in store as well as other products I could use!
After my first visit a few years ago I signed up for their email, and from time to time (I am not spammed from them!) I get emails informing me of new products, whats going on in the shop, recipes, and class signups. If you ever have to time please go to one of their classes! some of them are free and some cost around $ 10. I have been to two classes and loved both of them. Not only is it a fun and unique date night, but they serve you the most incredible home made food! It’s so good! you can learn about different oils and vinegars and how to cook with all while tasting them!
To purchase you can pick from different size bottles and quantities and have them filled there. This is a great store to experiment with in your kitchen or to get a perfect gift for someone who does.

I don’t really know where to begin to write this review –and I’m shocked they’re not 5 Stars all around. I first went to the Leesburg location and was pleasantly surprised by the service in the store. A young lady came forward and explained everything — I wish I’d gotten her name to give her a shout out here — I’d never been to an olive oil shop before — my boyfriend had brought me on an outing because he remembered I remarked about wanting to go when we’d driven by on a previous busy weekend — we took out time and shopped — the 18 Year Aged Balsamic vinegar is amazing — we bought that and some truffle salt (amazing on pop corn and french fries). My boyfriend kindly left behind the balsamic with the caveat that we would cook with it the next time down — well — it was so amazing, I’ve used it almost every day and it’s almost gone.
This is where things get extra awesome:
In a flash of intelligence I decided for Valentine’s day to send him a balsamic vinegar, a garlic infused olive oil, and another thing of truffle salt (he lost his somewhere in the airport). The online ordering is pretty straight forward but there wasn’t really a place to customize or send as a gift — but there was a place to put a note for how to handle the shipment. I put in a little note for him, hoping that they’d see it and maybe send it along.
Low and behold the next day I received an email confirming my order shipment from a woman named Marie — I glanced at it, thinking it automated, and noticed she’d used my boyfriend’s name in the note (as in «I hope *blah* likes his Valentine gift.»). This was pretty cool — so, figuring it a real live person, I responded in thanks for the email — and that I was impressed she wasn’t automated. Much to my awesome surprise, she responded again. She let me know, not only had she gift wrapped the present — she’d also hand written my note and added hearts. It absolutely made my day. Marie and I exchanged a few more emails — I shared my story of going to the Leesburg store — she really carried forth the family theme of their business — and then I decided they deserved an AWESOME review.
Kudos, Under the Olive Tree. You restored my faith in humanity and the personal touch that retail seems to forgo these days. You have my business and any one else’s that I can convince.

Excellent! There are other stores where one can buy olive oil, but none with the variety or quality. I shop there on average every couple of weeks and have never been disappointed. Service is courteous and professional. The writer who said they got sick from the olive oil obviously has a general problem with olive oil or put it on a contaminated food. We use it in cooking and as condiments; never an issue.

HORRIBLE. Horrible service.
Honestly, I have gone to specialty shops and depending on what I find, I have spent as little as $ 20 and upwards of $ 300. I don’t know if they looked at me and automatically assumed I wouldn’t buy anything… or if they just don’t feel like doing their jobs. At least two people were working and no one else was in the shop with me… The people who worked there just stood near the counter and whispered to each other.
HORRRRRRRRRRIBLE.
I LOVE BALSAMIC VINEGAR. I get the darker ones for the winter and lighter ones for the summer. Aside from service being terrible, I thought the balsamic vinegar fell short of what I was looking for. There are other specialty shops that offer a better quality, and tasting balsamic. The price tag might be a couple dollars more for a bottle, but its well worth the up-​charge.
I didn’t really try the olive oil, because ²⁄₁₂ reviews they have (roughly 17%) say they got sick from it. I really didn’t want that experience.
I should have also turned around knowing the service was horrible, from several other reviews.

I have been to this place many times when i lived in Va and have ordered things online as well. I’m not a pro of knowing the specifics of the different kinds of olive oil except the flavor and the richness of it. There is NO COMPARISON to how yummy these products are here. It is awesome to cook with and it just adds so much flavor to the foods you cook. Not only that, but it’s waaaay better for you. Its nice to be able to not only eat clean but also taste how fresh the products are.
Every time iv come in to restock, the customer service has been stellar. They remember who you are and ask if you want to try something different. They carry a variety of products to include pasta, sauces, different flavors of vinegars, dry rub (the BBQ RUB is FANTASTIC), pesto, and pink Himalayan sea salt. (which is hard to find).
As a person who likes to know where my food comes from, everything in the store is organic. Which is important to me. Their olive oils come from Italy I think and they are high quality oil at reasonable prices. They pretty much have a flavor for just about any palate. My favorites are the garlic, Tuscan herb, butter (OMG tastes just like the real thing but healthy for you) and my new favorites lemon and rosemary (awesome on chicken and fish)! Love the balsamic vinegar too! Iv never gotten a bad product from this place. I guess you can’t make everyone happy. Stick’itis’ is a common malady in today’s society. I use the KISS mentality myself and it just seems to work for most things in life including olive oil and vinegar.
The family that owns this store seem to care about their products and their customers. Which is nice and you definitely don’t come across that very often. Plus they are passionate about sharing their knowledge with you. Which is cool! :)
Just a note about the website, the ordering process is super easy and my olive oils have shipped fast and packed with care (again, hard to come by these days). They arrived unharmed. I had to order online because I recently moved out of the area and I compare everything I buy to the high quality I got here. I miss this place but super happy that I can still order from their website. It’s the little things in life that matter.

Well finally after my third attempt at trying to actually go the store (the be back in 5 min sign is always present) I wait and no one ever comes back… then help or so I thought, RUDE and pretentious service but I had my heart set on trying some of their olive oil so I bought EXPENSIVE bottles and was sold either RANCID olive oil or the samples we tried had be contaminated as illness followed suit. Needless to say I won’t be headed back there ever.

Had samples and bought $ 45 worth of OO. Then we both got sick as a dog…
Service was lacking.
Was really disappointed.

I don’t know a thing about olive oil and balsamic vinegar, turns out this is the perfect place for both pros and people like me. Huge spectrum of flavors that will blow your mind. Suddenly olive oil isn’t just olive oil anymore!
The store is family run and they are all very enthusiastic and knowledgeable about their product.
If you are curious about olive oil and balsamic vinegar, they will open your mind to what is out there by encouraging you to sample everything in the store. It will soon become clear that some will appeal more to you than others, and sadly there is no turning back once you’ve made this discovery.

Well, the stock is certainly interesting, varied and the prices are reasonable. I made a favorable comment about one of the samples to one of the sales ladies, and was about to purchase it – BUT when I turned around to see the two salesladies (12 pm Oct 27, 2013) making fun of me – I left the store, never to return.

Unexpected, but great shop in the mall. The owner is pretty much always on-​hand and incredibly helpful. If you’re new to «fancy olive oil» (how we write it on our shopping list), he’ll be happy to show you the ropes.
We’re huge fans of the Chemlali… Can’t keep it in the house long enough so my only complaint is that they don’t offer their oils in larger quantities.

When I got there they were closed, at 2:30 pm. When the service woman returned, she ignored me and kept herself occupied on her Mac. I tried to engage but she ignored me, and serviced two of the 8 clients in the store. From other reviews this seems to be the way this place runs. No me gusta.

This store is terrific. The family oriented, attentive quality of the team is wonderful. We have been purchasing products for ourselves and our friends and have never been disappointed. The oils and the vinegars really enhance our cooking, which is largely vegan and, therefore, flavor and healthy are high priorities!
Discover the culinary adventures Under the Olive Tree – you will not be disappointed!

I LOVE this store. And I encourage everyone to visit if you’re ever in Tyson’s. They have a huge selection of flavor infused olive oils and vinegars to choose from. If you’re ever uncertain of what you want to eat stop in here first to ease the hunger pain. I ended up purchasing (and will repurchase) the Chipotle Olive Oil. It is great for cooking anything that you want to add just a little kick to. I want to try the flavored vinegar, but I need a few more recipes to use them with. I also like the fact that sometimes the owners cook lemon cake to show you how you can incorporate their products. They also have truffle salt if you’re interested in that too.

While roaming around Tysons Corner, we came across this store. Intrigued, we went in and were amazed at the many flavors of olive oil and balsamic vinegar — most of which had small cups for sampling. The most expensive olive oil blends do not have cups out for sampling. This store is run by a husband and wife team. The husband saw me eyeing an olive oil infused with sesame oil and trying to figure out how to sample it. He told me that they will bring a sample upon request because they have seen kids come in with their parents who allow them to sample everything. So, basically, it’s a cost-​saving measure on their part. However, I can see a downside to this — when the store is busy, it could discourage someone from sampling an expensive infusion, thus losing a sale for the owners.
We were there with our daughter and son-​in-​law and we sampled a few of the more interesting sounding olive oils. My husband and I liked the «Lemon Eureka» one. Years ago, Williams-​Sonoma used to sell a lemon-​infused oil. One day they had out for sampling some zucchini and yellow squash sauteed in it. We liked it so much that I bought a bottle and replicated their recipe. Thus, I was glad to once again find a good quality lemon-​infused olive oil.
Our daughter liked the «Tuscan Herb» olive oil and encouraged us to sample some. That, too, had good, robust flavor. The owners told us that it works really well with pasta — which we intend to try.
The oils and vinegars come in different sizes. We each bought the second smallest bottles which were $ 15 for 200 ml. The smallest size looked to me to be the size of something one would find in a hotel mini-​bar. If you want the smallest size, you will have to ask an employee to fill it up for you.
I would have loved to spend more time there but with the grandkids starting to get antsy, it was not the best day for us to linger. At a later date, I will return to sample other oils — and maybe even some balsamic vinegar flavors!

I was a bit intimidated walking in the store partially because i wasn’t sure what to expect… I love the whole concept of different flavors and possible blending. The staff there are very knowledgeable about the products and about making suggestions. Although I didn’t get a chance to buy any of the olive oils or vinegars I will surely be back. I think the one vinegar that I was most intrigued by was the white peach balsamic. It was just the most amazing explosion of flavor. I wanted to try more but i felt bad about trying all of them without actually purchasing any. So i defiantly will be back to purchase a few bottles.