Soul-satisfying food and elegant surroundings make Greek cafe-market Herb & Olive in Manhasset a singular experience.

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The daily fish board featuring grilled octopus over "fava" puree, grilled shrimp and fried calamari at Herb & Olive in Manhasset.

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Herb & Olive is both a Greek market and restaurant-cafe in Manhasset.

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The dining room at Herb & Olive in Manhasset is located in back of the market.

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Olive oils and preserves, feta cheese, pastries and snacks are among the imported groceries found at Herb & Olive's market in Manhasset.

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Some customers order from the takeout counter while others sit down at communal tables to dine at Herb & Olive in Manhasset.

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A grilled cheese sandwich with kefalotiri and black truffle spread is made with zea (farro) bread at Herb & Olive in Manhasset. 

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Kefalonitiki kreotopita is hand pie filled with spiced beef, rice and potatoes at Herb & Olive in Manhasset. 

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A trio of traditional Greek salads at Herb & Olive in Manhasset. Clockwise from top: prasini, horiatiki, and dakos, made with barley rusks.

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Julia Petropoulos and George Vatakis are owners of Herb & Olive in Manhasset.

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