The Olive Branch

Name: The Olive Branch
Address: 91 Broughton Street, Edinburgh, United Kingdom, EH1 3RX
Telephone: 0131 557 8589
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

1013 Reviews

£25 and under

Scottish

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2 people

28 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 18 times today

Neighbourhood gem
Charming
Great for brunch

Located on the corner of Broughton Street and Broughton Place, on the edge of the New Town is the Olive Branch. With its large windows and relaxed atmosphere it’s the perfect place to enjoy great food as you watch Edinburgh go by.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Scottish, Mediterranean, Global, International
Hours of Operation
Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
0131 557 8589
Website
http://www.theolivebranchscotland.co.uk/
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Adam Young

Location
91 Broughton Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3RX
Area
New Town
Parking details
On Broughton Place
Public transit
10 minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station.Two minutes from York Place tram stop
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Company bakery sourdough with olive oil and aged balsamicGBP 6.50
- LargeGBP 0.00
Garlic and herb marinated olivesGBP 5.00
Soup of the day with sourdoughGBP 6.50
see specials board
Tempura tender stem broccoli, smokey BBQ sauceGBP 9.00
- LargeGBP 18.00
Crab, ricotta, lemon and parsley ravioli tossed in basil oil with toasted pinenutsGBP 10.50
- LargeGBP 21.00
Grilled goats cheese, strawberry, pomegranate, parmesan and hazelnut salad, strawberry dressingGBP 10.00
- LargeGBP 20.00
Haggis bonbons with caramelised red onions and whisky cream peppercorn sauceGBP 10.00
- LargeGBP 20.00
Crispy shredded duck leg, watermelon, pomegranate, orange salad with dukkah and passion fruit dressingGBP 10.50
- LargeGBP 21.00

MAINS

Slow cooked Scotch lamb shoulder, duck fat roasted hassle backs, black pudding bonbon, celeriac puree, tender stem broccoli, salsa bravaGBP 28.00
Sea trout fillet, panzanella salad, avocado, homemade focaccia croutons, crispy poached egg, chilli and lime aioliGBP 26.00
North Indian tomato curry, roast aubergine, peppers, sticky coconut rice, poppadom and lime pickleGBP 21.00
VE G
Beer battered haddock with hand cut chips and tartare sauceGBP 16.00
Asparagus, gruyere and saffron risottoGBP 16.00
- Add chicken or ndujaGBP 2.00
Chargrilled 28-day aged Scotch Ribeye steak, hand cut chips, rocket and parmesan saladGBP 30.00
- Add peppercorn sauce or garlic butterGBP 3.50
The Olive Branch homemade beef burger, halloumi burger or southern fried chicken burger with one topping, salad & friesGBP 16.00
- EachGBP 2.00

HOMEMADE FOCACCIA SANDWICHES/SALADS

The Olive Branch clubGBP 15.00
Chicken, bacon, cheddar, tomato, lettuce & aioli on our rosemary focaccia
- Add peppercorn sauceGBP 3.50
28-day aged rump steak, melted smoked cheddar and pickles on our rosemary focacciaGBP 14.00
- Add peppercorn sauceGBP 3.50
Smoked salmon, Togarashi aioli with rocket on our rosemary focacciaGBP 14.00
Goats cheese and caramelised red onion, on our rosemary focacciaGBP 14.00
OB chef's salad, a mix of all the good stuff we have in the kitchen on the dayGBP 15.00
VE G

PUDDINGS

White chocolate and passionfruit cheesecakeGBP 8.00
Warm dark chocolate velvet cake, chocolate sauce and toasted hazelnutsGBP 8.00
- with raspberry sorbet VE or vanilla ice cream VGBP 0.00
White chocolate and strawberry cannoli with pistachio crème anglaise VGBP 8.00
Trio of Luca's ice cream/sorbet VGBP 7.50
- Add chocolate sauceGBP 3.00
Affogato – ice cream & espresso VGBP 7.50
- Add a shot of liqueur – Baileys/ Tia Maria/ Amaretto/ LimoncelloGBP 4.00
Selection of I.J Mellis cheeses, toasted sourdough, and picklesGBP 9.00
- LargeGBP 16.00

SIDES

Hand cut chips/fries with aioli VGBP 5.50
Garlic fries VGBP 5.50
Hand cut chips/fries with peppercorn sauceGBP 7.00
Garlic bread VGBP 5.50
Rocket and parmesan salad GGBP 4.50
Mixed leaf and cherry tomato salad VGBP 4.50
Tender stem broccoli VGBP 5.50
Hassle back potatoesGBP 5.50

What 1,013 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

Edinburgh/Midlothian
Neighbourhood gem
Edinburgh
Healthy
Edinburgh
Neighbourhood gem
Edinburgh
Vegetarian-friendly

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Olive Branch in Edinburgh offers an inviting dining experience with "fabulous food" and attentive service. Known for "great Scottish-style breakfasts" and "imaginative dishes," this charming spot boasts a welcoming atmosphere. Despite some mixed reviews, many patrons praise its "wonderful location" and "super friendly staff," making it a delightful choice for locals and visitors alike.

1,013 Reviews

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Elaine
Dumfries and Galloway
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on 14 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Went for a pre theatre dinner and it was ideal. Obviously cooked fresh and tasty. Good quality casual dining experience.
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cath
Kent
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 13 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Varied menu, v attentive and polite serving staff. Very much enjoyed our lunch here, just marked down one star as our chips were lukewarm and had obviously been sitting on the pass for a while, but we didn’t say anything as it was so busy. Would definitely visit again.
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Davina
Edinburgh
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great as always, cheerful, helpful staff, great food and lovely ambience
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Ian
Edinburgh
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on 30 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We ordered the beef burgers. They were excellent served with chips and side salad. Delicious.
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Kyla
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I live next to the Olive Branch and have always wanted to go in, my mum and step dad had their first date there and always recommended it. Booking for a date we ended up having the cutest table under the Christmas lights in the window. Eventhough it was cold outside the restaurant was cozy inside. Food was great, I had a chilli allergy so they edited a menu for me so it was easy to see what I could have. We went for the haggis bonbons to share which we regret not getting the larger portion as they were lush. I had the risotto (without the nduja) and chicken and my date had a the "bugga" (burger). We ended up sharing the cheesecake which was amazing. The music in the venue was hilariously cute and the Waitress at the end mentioned that were the cutest couple ever eventhough it was only our second date which was so sweet. They gave us alot of space but were still attentive. It was quite quiet so they let us stay a bit longer than our booking slot which was nice. Wish I tried some of the cocktails or somthing but we were having a chill one haha All in all this place after 10 years is still a gem and lived up to my parents recommendation and would always recommend for everything. Step dad also raves about the breakfasts there so will be back for that at some point <3 thank you guys for a lovely night <3
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Will
Edinburgh
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 28 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
This is a lovely place. Good food and wine, great service, lovely location. A really nice surprise as I was not at all sure what I had booked. A most enjoyable dinner.
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Emmalee
London
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Very nice food, friendly staff and lovely atmosphere
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Steve
Oxford
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on 16 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 3
With so many other great spots to choose from, I wouldn’t go back here. Fairly uninspiring menu, poor quality of food and poor service.
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Kirsty
Edinburgh
26 reviews
5.0
26 reviews
Dined on 14 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely restaurant. Great food and the staff are wonderful
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Kate
Edinburgh
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on 10 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Sunday brunch before a film. Good choice of food, my friends were all pleased with their vegetarian or vegan breakfasts and I had the chefs salad, which was tasty, if perhaps a little over-dressed and with a generous portion of halloumi at extra cost.
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The Olive Branch does offer delivery in partnership with Deliveroo.

The Olive Branch is rated 4.5 stars by 1013 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

28 Dec 2024

7:00 pm

Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

91 Broughton Street, Edinburgh, EH1 3RX

Additional information

Area
New Town
Hours of Operation
Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–10:00 pm Sat, Sun 10:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Scottish, Mediterranean, Global, International
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
On Broughton Place
Public transit
10 minute walk from Edinburgh Waverley train station.Two minutes from York Place tram stop
Payment Options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Adam Young
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.theolivebranchscotland.co.uk/
Phone number
0131 557 8589

The Olive Branch

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

SMALL / LARGE PLATES

Company bakery sourdough with olive oil and aged balsamicGBP 6.50

Garlic and herb marinated olivesGBP 5.00

Soup of the day with sourdoughGBP 6.50

Tempura tender stem broccoli, smokey BBQ sauceGBP 9.00

Crab, ricotta, lemon and parsley ravioli tossed in basil oil with toasted pinenutsGBP 10.50

Grilled goats cheese, strawberry, pomegranate, parmesan and hazelnut salad, strawberry dressingGBP 10.00

Haggis bonbons with caramelised red onions and whisky cream peppercorn sauceGBP 10.00

Crispy shredded duck leg, watermelon, pomegranate, orange salad with dukkah and passion fruit dressingGBP 10.50

MAINS

Slow cooked Scotch lamb shoulder, duck fat roasted hassle backs, black pudding bonbon, celeriac puree, tender stem broccoli, salsa bravaGBP 28.00

Sea trout fillet, panzanella salad, avocado, homemade focaccia croutons, crispy poached egg, chilli and lime aioliGBP 26.00

North Indian tomato curry, roast aubergine, peppers, sticky coconut rice, poppadom and lime pickleGBP 21.00

Beer battered haddock with hand cut chips and tartare sauceGBP 16.00

Asparagus, gruyere and saffron risottoGBP 16.00

Chargrilled 28-day aged Scotch Ribeye steak, hand cut chips, rocket and parmesan saladGBP 30.00

The Olive Branch homemade beef burger, halloumi burger or southern fried chicken burger with one topping, salad & friesGBP 16.00

HOMEMADE FOCACCIA SANDWICHES/SALADS

The Olive Branch clubGBP 15.00

28-day aged rump steak, melted smoked cheddar and pickles on our rosemary focacciaGBP 14.00

Smoked salmon, Togarashi aioli with rocket on our rosemary focacciaGBP 14.00

Goats cheese and caramelised red onion, on our rosemary focacciaGBP 14.00

OB chef's salad, a mix of all the good stuff we have in the kitchen on the dayGBP 15.00

PUDDINGS

White chocolate and passionfruit cheesecakeGBP 8.00

Warm dark chocolate velvet cake, chocolate sauce and toasted hazelnutsGBP 8.00

White chocolate and strawberry cannoli with pistachio crème anglaise VGBP 8.00

Trio of Luca's ice cream/sorbet VGBP 7.50

Affogato – ice cream & espresso VGBP 7.50

Selection of I.J Mellis cheeses, toasted sourdough, and picklesGBP 9.00

SIDES

Hand cut chips/fries with aioli VGBP 5.50

Garlic fries VGBP 5.50

Hand cut chips/fries with peppercorn sauceGBP 7.00

Garlic bread VGBP 5.50

Rocket and parmesan salad GGBP 4.50

Mixed leaf and cherry tomato salad VGBP 4.50

Tender stem broccoli VGBP 5.50

Hassle back potatoesGBP 5.50

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Review summary

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Does The Olive Branch offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

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