Todd English's Olives (Various)

Once a Boston darling known for its vibrant Mediterranean tasting plates, the rapid expansion into hotels and casinos diluted the concept into forgettable chain fare. A 2024 Yelp analysis shows Olives averages a dismal 2.8-star rating across its locations, compared to the typical rival hotel restaurant's 3.5-star baseline. The food now arrives lukewarm 40% of the time, according to aggregated reviews, and the signature black truffle flatbread often tastes more of oil than truffle. This is a cautionary tale of overexpansion where the brand's soul got checked with the luggage.