La Dolce Vita

Delicious pastries!!

Consistently my favorite Olean cafe for coffee and pastry selections. Everything I've tried is delicious (salads, sandwiches and quiche too). Sometimes the line can get backed up, but it's still worth the wait. Free WiFi and indoor and outdoor seating. The crafts on display are cute too. My only wishes are indoor seating closer to the windows (for days I want sunshine but no street noise) and a way to include pastries on online orders. I know the huge variety would make it a hassle to list each day's fresh stock - but since most cookies and scones go for $3.50, maybe there could be an "assorted pastry" option for the person picking up to decide and have thrown in the bag at the end? Unlike drinks and entrees they only take a moment to pack and send off.

I placed a large pastry order as a gift and Laurie was so helpful and accommodating, especially considering it was during the holidays! I’m from out of town and she helped me go over my options on the phone and went above and beyond for me. So happy with how it all turned out.

We had the Biggest cinnamon buns I have ever seen. And they were out of this world delicious !!!

This little cafe was my saving grace on a recent trip to Olean. I discovered when I tried to log on to the hotel’s Wi-Fi that my VPN couldn’t be used on unsecured Wi-Fi, so I booked it to La Dolce Vita, which is a delightfully charming place to post up for a few hours. I sampled a good bit of the menu in my ~6 hours or so that I was there, and the cafe seemed to be popular with the locals around breakfast and lunch, seeing increased traffic at both times. That’s a good sign of a quality place! Their coffee was excellent, and Angelica at the front counter was effervescent in her work. The baked goods are drool-worthy. I got a pumpkin scone, apple twist, and a lemon-blueberry sugar cookie that was the best cookie I’ve ever had in 32 years on this planet. They were so good that I went back and got three more for the road and to share with family when I get to Buffalo, NY. They also have a small section up front featuring locally crafter goods! That’s a lot of words to say something very simple: go here if you’re in Olean or the surrounding areas and need good coffee, a lovely atmosphere, delicious food…or secure Wi-Fi. Just be sure to tip the staff and thank them for their generosity!

Excellent food and atmosphere!

Ordered a takeout lunch. Was ready on time, staff was very friendly, and food was delicious! Will definitely be back!

Great salad, coffee was okay, staff was very nice.

Great little place with a coffee shop vibe. Perfect spot for sipping coffee and doing homework.

Amazing as always and the girls are so pleasant and friendly!!

Finally had a chance to visit this place, I had the avocado toast with egg, it was delicious. It's a fairly small menu but everything looks and sounds amazing. The people are friendly and attentive. Definitely add it to your schedule if you're in town.

Unique lunch fair and huge dessert selections. Sandwiches and salads are fantastic. Great coffee too.

It might be the Sweet Life in some universe but not here. Despite very high COVID they are not following any COVID hygiene practices. Not one of the workers were masked. Kitchen workers not even wearing gloves. Tables are right next to each other. Bad form all the way around.

Super friendly. Delicious. Desserts were amazing

Great coffee and pastries! Stop by and check them out! Shop local and keep our businesses growing

We are a Covid Red area with high transmission rates. Covid hygiene here is NON EXISTANT. None of the staff were masked, despite a hands free credit card, still forced to sign, tables and customers sitting right on top of each other.

Best coffee house atmosphere in town. Staff was super nice.

Good coffee, and they have non-dairy creamer for those who have dietary restrictions. A few options for vegetarians, and sometimes for vegans. They use local produce where possible, and offer healthy choices like salads and hummus plates for conscious eaters. Very quaint interior, and a few outdoor tables, too.

Wow a real bakery, (not made from frozen) and real Coffee, Espresso and try the whipped Coffee. Great prices friendly people. What's not to love.

Great food to spend money it was delicious, atmosphere was great, place is clean and people around are friendly . I enjoyed