The Olive House

4.7
984 reviews from Google

The Olive House, a vibrant Mediterranean restaurant and bar in Basingstoke serving authentic Turkish cuisine and the finest Mediterranean dishes and flavours. Located at 21 Church Street, we welcome you to our relaxed, inviting and friendly atmosphere for a truly modern dining experience. Enjoy, from our kitchen come fresh ingredients, flavourful mezes, grilled seafood, succulent meats and a wide selection of Mediterranean flavours and dishes. Pair your meal and combine with handcrafted cocktails, local beers or curated wines. The perfect setting for a romantic dinner, a casual lunch or a vibrant night out with friends. Come taste our menu and book a table today to experience the best Mediterranean cuisine located in Basingstoke.

Call us! +44 7493 636588
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Customer's reviews

At last a true Turkish-home cooking! Firstly, Olive House is very high quality and not expensive. So it is very good value. Secondly, I am a vegan and Turkish. I loved Olive House because they have so many traditional Turkish dishes which are naturally vegan. In addition to that they have veganised one of my favourites "Guvec" which is as delicious as meat version (see the picture). They were also very happy to use vegetable oil instead of butter in one of the dishes (just because I asked). They have a good selection of vegan deserts. Everything tastes just so delicious. This place is wonderful in so many ways. The whole atmosphere is amazing. You are welcomed with smiles, free olives and bread. The staff is incredibly friendly and they care so much about the guests. I would recommend it hundred percent. ~ Hulya Y
My partner and I have been once before for a family birthday a couple of years ago and really enjoyed it. We booked a table for tonight, and it was nothing short of amazing. The restaurant is small but the seats are very well situated. It is very clean with beautiful decor which makes it a lovely relaxing place to eat. Upon arrival, we were greeted by a waiter, and was quickly shown to our table. We had drinks to our table within 10 mins of being seated at well as complimentary olives and bread! We ordered our starter which were perfect every way, as was our mains. There really was no complaints at all. The staff were very friendly and everything about the restaurant was above and beyond. I will be returning and highly recommend it to anyone that wishes for a quiet and delicious meal out. Thank you to all at The Olive House. ~ Sophia P
We were dining at a local Italian Restaurant but were let down by their unfriendly rude welcome so we walked to The Olive House nearby and despite not having a reservation had a very friendly welcome. I was a little upset when we were sat down as today is our wedding anniversary and it had started off being spoilt by the other restaurant but the warmth and friendliness of The Olive House person who welcomed us was so lovely, we had the most delicious meal and were given a very special plate of Baklava with heart shapes and two lit candles making for a lovely anniversary lunch, we also had photos taken to remember our special time there. Thank you for saving our anniversary lunch, we will have lovely memories now thanks to you. ~ Debz
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Questions & Answers

Are walk-ins allowed?
Yes, we welcome walk-ins, but reservations are advised during peak hours.
Do you have vegetarian options?
Yes, we provide vegan and vegetarian options; please let us know your dietary requirements.
Is your restaurant suitable for family dining?
Yes, our restaurant is family-friendly and offers a warm atmosphere for all ages.
Can I book a table in advance?
Yes, we recommend booking a table in advance, especially during busy times.
Do you offer vegetarian and vegan options?
Yes, we offer a wide range of vegetarian and vegan options on our menu.

Contact information

Phone +44 7493 636588
Address
21 Church Street Basingstoke RG21 7QQ
Sunday 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Monday Closed
Tuesday 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Wednesday 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Thursday 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM 5:00 PM - 10:30 PM
Friday 12:00 PM - 2:30 PM 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Saturday 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM

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