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The Olive House restaurant, Basingstoke, Hampshire

The Olive House restaurant

4.8
4.8
616 Reviews
£25 and under
Mediterranean
Top tags:
Authentic Turkish and Mediterranean cuisine, freshly prepared and freshly cooked. Family-oriented restaurant. Family run restaurant.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today

Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Cuisines

    Mediterranean, Turkish

  • Hours of Operation

    Tue–Thu 17:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 12:30–23:00 Sun 12:30–21:00

  • Phone number

    07493 636588

  • Website

    https://theolivehouse.uk/

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Executive Chef

    Kemal Kirsan

  • Location

    21 Church Street, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG21 7QQ

  • Area

    Basingstoke

  • Cross Street

    Parking at rear of the restaurant. Joices Yard. RG21 7DT

  • Parking Details

    The public car park is located at the rear of the restaurant.Address: Joices Yard33 New StreetBasingstokeRG21 7DT

  • Public Transit

    7 minutes walk from the railway station. More car parking spaces available at shopping center and nearby.

  • Additional

    Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 616 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

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  1. RC

    RobertC

    Hampshire

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lunchtime meal on a Sunday, it was our wedding anniversary and they took great care of us without being intrusive.
  2. M

    Matt

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Outstanding as always. Friendly staff and fantastic quality food
  3. AJ

    AndreaJ

    London

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on 30 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First time we've eaten at the olive house as we are not from the area but travel in occasionally for work. Both my husband and I where really impressed. The food was fantastic and the service was top notch. We will definitely eat at the olive house again when we are back in Basingstoke.
  4. TO

    TimO

    Hampshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 28 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Wonderful friendly people and really great food. The perfect place for a relaxing meal in Basingstoke.
  5. t

    theresaj

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great local restaurant but busy,so recommend booking definitely
  6. M

    Mazalka

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    My favourite restaurant in Basingstoke. The experience and food is akway great. Very friendly staff
  7. C

    Claire

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 23 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was very tasty, the service was great and welcoming. We were there for a birthday and they brought out the cake and candles which was really nice. They accommodated one member of our party who was in a wheelchair. Overall really great experience.
  8. k

    katies

    Hampshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our first visit here and it did not disappoint. The food was delicious and the service couldn’t of been better. Highly recommend the home made Baklava for dessert.
  9. NM

    NicolaM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Absolutely love this place Great food good company Pre cinema live theatre treat
  10. KN

    KellyN

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 20 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best restaurant in Basingstoke!! Amazing food and staff so kind. We love it here
  11. c

    cerie

    South Wales

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic food and service! We highly recommend for any occasion.
  12. HS

    HannahS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 16 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Loved our mezze lunch here. Service was wonderful, good arrived quickly and was all delicious - we ordered at least half the menu! New firm favourite. Thank you.
  13. N

    Nick

    Yorkshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were made very welcome as we were on a previous visit - the restaurant has a real family feel and a refreshing change from the restaurant chains that make up the bulk of the places to eat in Basingstoke
  14. GC

    GillC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    the food here is extremely good, would have no hesitation in recommending!
  15. JG

    JanG

    Kent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Really good food, excellent service and a lovely friendly atmosphere
  16. R

    Rosie

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best restaurant in Basingstoke! Would 100% recommend 🤩
  17. KG

    KathyG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always my first choice for celebrations! We visited with two friends and had another lovely meal. Great food, fantastic service, I would definitely recommend The Olive House to others
  18. LB

    LesB

    Kent

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    An excellent meal and service from the Olive House. The food, attentiveness of the staff was excellent. Would not hesitate in recommending the Olive House.
  19. SP

    SusanaP

    Hampshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 9 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Always great food and the service is excellent. From the moment we arrive until we leave all the staff is very attentive and they have a friendly but professional way to accommodate all our needs. Highly recommended 👌
  20. RR

    RobinR

    Berkshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 8 July 2022

    overall5food4service5ambience5
    The ambience in this restaurant is such fun and the food is good. The value for money is excellent and so too is the service ... a really fun restaurant to celebrate an event eg. a Birthday.
  21. K

    Karolina

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    What a great atmosphere and food. Amazing place !!
  22. PF

    PaulF

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 7 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Great food as always. Look forward to returning soon.
  23. d

    davidy

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 6 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Once again, good food and drink in a pleasant atmosphere.
  24. C

    Cazz

    Hampshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 5 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Fantastic service as always. Delicious food. Consistently a great place for a lovely experience.
  25. MM

    MartinM

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 5 July 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great meal for our anniversary. Food was great and the staff made us feel very special.
  26. DB

    DavidB

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 3 July 2022

    overall4food4service3ambience5
    Nice place to eat for something different. Service was a little pushy to get to the next Course, but the food was great. Shame that you can't get draught beer rather than the bottled. Will go again in the future.
  27. OT

    OpenTable Diner

    Hampshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent food and service. Worth every penny.
  28. JS

    JohnS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Best restaurant in Basingstoke, great atmosphere, great service, awesome food!
  29. GW

    GillianW

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 25 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    First trip to the Olive House but won’t be my last. Menu had plenty to choose from. We weren’t disappointed with the choices made. Staff were very attentive without being overbearing. Nice atmosphere, a buzz but not too noisy. Would highly recommend.
  30. JB

    JamieB

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We visited as a birthday treat (for me!) We didn’t even have to state our names or booking - they are so aware of their bookings they even asked how the show was that we saw beforehand. We felt very welcome at ease. Neither of us had any experience of Turkish cuisine and my wife can be a little cautious if new things but - wow! The food was amazing. We started with a hot meze platter for two an then shared a mixed grill. Cannot fault the service or food - the ambience, the seating - everything was fantastic. I was aware the prices weren’t cheap but felt the overall experience was well worth it. Thank you for a great night.
  31. M

    Maggiethenutter

    Berkshire

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 June 2022

    overall4food4service5ambience4
    Excellent service and food. The manager was very friendly. Would definitely recommend.
  32. NT

    NeilT

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 24 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Excellent service and food. Generous portion size. Highly recommended.
  33. JD

    JennyD

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 23 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing staff, delicious food, couldn’t fault it! Will definitely be going back!
  34. AN

    AdeleN

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 21 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Amazing food. Lovely, lively atmosphere. Friendly and attentive staff. I’ve deducted one star for value solely on the basis on the wine - bottles starting at a minimum of £27 is rather steep.
  35. N

    Nick

    Yorkshire

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 19 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a nice Fathers Day meal - we were made welcome and the service was friendly throughout and we enjoyed the food
  36. O

    Omnivore75

    London

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 19 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great meal, food was beautiful, & the service was great. Would definitely go again if I was in Basingstoke.
  37. LA

    LizA

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We booked the Olive House for the first time for our Anniversary. What a great choice we made. It was a fantastic evening. Thank You We will be back.
  38. PG

    PhilG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 18 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience4
    Best Turkish food I've ever eaten and that includes food in Turkey itself. The menu is extensive and the flavours are amazing. Service was really good and the food was served quite quickly so very little waiting.
  39. R

    Roberto

    Hampshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 17 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Good service food and choice, friendly staff and attentive
  40. CM

    CMA94

    London

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 17 June 2022

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Lovely welcome, excellent service and excellent food as always

Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitising

    • Surfaces sanitised between seatings
    • Digital, disposable or sanitised menu provided
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Contactless payment available

  • Physical distancing

    • Distancing maintained in common areas
    • Extra space between tables

  • Protective equipment

    • Waiting staff wear masks
    • Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking

  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace
    • Diner temperature check required
    • Staff temperature check required

FAQs

The Olive House restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Just Eat. The Olive House restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 07493 636588.

The Olive House restaurant is rated 4.8 stars by 616 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for The Olive House restaurant

21 Church Street, Basingstoke, Hampshire RG21 7QQ

Additional information

  • Cross Street

    Parking at rear of the restaurant. Joices Yard. RG21 7DT

  • Area

    Basingstoke

  • Hours of Operation

    Tue–Thu 17:00–23:00 Fri, Sat 12:30–23:00 Sun 12:30–21:00

  • Cuisines

    Mediterranean, Turkish

  • Dining style

    Casual Dining

  • Dress Code

    Smart Casual

  • Parking Details

    The public car park is located at the rear of the restaurant.Address: Joices Yard33 New StreetBasingstokeRG21 7DT

  • Public Transit

    7 minutes walk from the railway station. More car parking spaces available at shopping center and nearby.

  • Payment Options

    AMEX, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive Chef

    Kemal Kirsan

  • Additional

    Beer, Cafe, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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