The Olive Branch Bistro

91 Broughton Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3RX

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Opening times:

  • Mon: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
  • Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat: 10:00am - 11:00pm
  • Sun: 5:00pm - 11:00pm

Diner ratings

  • food: 8.0
  • value: 8.1
  • service: 8.0
  • based on 210 ratings
  • toilets: 7.0
  • ambience: 8.0
  • recommend: 8.2
  • overall rating: 7.9 

Party & group booking

The husband-and-wife team who created the Olive Branch not only have dedication on their side, they also have experience: Stuart has been part of some of Edinburgh's top eateries, the Witchery, Tower, and Zinc. The ambience here is relaxed and informal, perfect for birthdays, celebrations, work wind-downs, and holiday meals. There's no private room, but up to 40 can be accommodated in the main dining room, an attractive modern bistro.

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About The Olive Branch Bistro

Set on a lively corner where Edinburgh’s New Town meets boho Broughton, The Olive Branch Bistro is painted olive green, just so you won't miss it. The ambience here is informal and relaxed, but also friendly and romantic. With exposed-brick walls, smart modern bistro seating and huge windows through which you can watch the world go by, The Olive Branch Bistro is a favourite restaurant not only for lunch and dinner, but also weekend brunch. The Olive Branch Bistro’s European menu includes starter of charred smoked salmon with Parmesan, rocket and balsamic vinegar; main course of Crombies sausages with sweet potato mash and red pepper sauce, although you can also opt for a great burger; and dessert of killer banoffee crêpes. Very reasonable wines are on offer along with a super list of whiskies. The Olive Branch Bistro is all about relaxed, informal dining in the neighbourhood.

Sample menu

Sample dishes

  • Gambas with garlic butter, £6.95
  • Caramelised onion, roast vegetable & feta tartlet, £9.95
  • Cheesecake with a fruit compote, £4.50

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Snapshot

cuisine: European
price: Under £35 | €40 | US$54
opening times:
Mon: 5:00pm - 10:00pm
Tue, Wed, Thu, Fri, Sat: 10:00am - 11:00pm
Sun: 5:00pm - 11:00pm

Essential information

Please note; this restaurant does not accept toptable bookings on Saturday and Sunday lunchtimes.

Checklist

  • al fresco
  • allergy friendly dishes
  • business/discreet
  • celeb spotting
  • comprehensive wine list
  • kid friendly
  • low carb dishes
  • vegetarian friendly
  • wheat/gluten free
  • wheelchair access & disabled toilets

Diner reviews for The Olive Branch Bistro

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1 Sep 2010

Reviewer: (Anonymous)

Another lovely meal at the Olive Branch! great atmosphere, wine and food. The summer fruit creme brûlée was especially good. Good value however was amazed to see a charge on the final bill for extra sugar we required for our coffee!! That's a first for us seasoned diners?!

  • overall: 9.0
  • food: 10
  • value: 8
  • service: 8
  • toilets: (na)
  • ambience: 9
  • recommend: 10

26 Aug 2010

Reviewer :  PJ  -  foodie

The Olive Branch Bistro in Edinburgh was such a friendly venue.The food is sensibly priced and presented really well.Such good value for money.I would recommend it if you dont want to spend a fortune but want to enjoy well prepared and presented food.

  • overall: 8.2
  • food: 7
  • value: 9
  • service: 8
  • toilets: 8
  • ambience: 8
  • recommend: 9

23 Aug 2010

Reviewer :  BL  -  foodie

Olive Branch Edinburgh Good atmosphere slightly sloppy service food very acceptable

  • overall: 7.5
  • food: 7
  • value: 8
  • service: 6
  • toilets: 8
  • ambience: 8
  • recommend: 8

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