The Olive Shed

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  Jake Elliott

  ·1 month ago

  “Awesome tapas joint in Bristol. Seriously tasty food. I just ate a lovely banquet deal, it’s my friends birthday. Si impressed with the food, the service is amazing too. Lovely people. Lovely food. Lovely booze. Also there’s loads of us (30 people) and the food quality is still high. As Arnie once said ‘I’ll be back’”

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  Steve Todd

  ·2 months ago

  “Great food. Good portions. Smashing wine. Helpful happy staff. Great atmosphere.”

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  Christopher

  ·2 months ago

  “Had a really enjoyable meal with some colleagues mid week. Having a tapas style enables more things to try and we all shared. The olives were big, the chorizo moist, the anchovies big. Do try the mussels, loads of sauce so get plenty of bread. We sat indoors upstairs, note it's south facing and much of the space gets all the evening sun but you can venture downstairs outside when a table is available. Will be back there soon as there's more to try”

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  Colin Bloomer

  ·2 months ago

  “A long awaited re-visit to the Olive Shed and it lived up to our memories. Excellent tasty small tapas plates. We had the bread, olives and olive oil followed by Moroccan inspired chickpea and hummus, roasted padron peppers, calamari, delicious gambos, paprika chips and a succulent lamb and Baba ganoush all washed down with a bottle of sparkling wine. We had a table by the window and watched the evening's busy activities on the water. Great service from Erin, from the Greek islands, We'd happily recommend to our friends.”

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  Jude Parsons

  ·2 months ago

  “Made for a perfect evening in Bristol, great food, reasonably priced, great service and lovely staff. Will definitely return.”

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  Mia Bird

  ·3 months ago

  “The food was absolutely delicious it felt as though they offered different dishes to other tapas restaurants for example Moroccan hummus and deep fried anchovies. All of the wait staff were friendly and attentive. We sat outside and it was glorious.”

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  Sammy P

  ·4 months ago

  “First time I been, heard good things so ordered a couple of platters and a couple of sides, all tasted ok but was expecting so much more considering the venue is well established. Coffee at the end of the meal was undrinkable. The lunchtime view however was amazing, the place was empty and felt the service was on the slow side, would visit for evening drinks if in the area as it’s a nice location.”

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  Siri

  ·5 months ago

  “The Olive Shed 🍤 Bristol Harbour Followed Google looking for a nice spot to eat near Bristol Harbour, and this place definitely didn’t disappoint. Service was amazing from start to finish, food was delicious and great value too. We loved the battered anchovies and the prawns 🍤, but the Fish Market special of the day was the real star, super fresh and really meaty. The red and white sangria were also a lovely treat and rarely find the white one!. Highly recommended.”

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  Ruth Hoggett

  ·6 months ago

  “A lovely hidden gem, great food, a good selection of small plates and tapas, cooked extremely well with daily specials and varied drinks menu. Service was friendly and knowledgeable.”

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  Eve

  ·10 months ago

  “We visited The Olive Shed for my partner’s birthday, and it was such a lovely experience. I’d mentioned the occasion when booking, and we were greeted with a complimentary glass of Prosecco, which was a really thoughtful touch. We were mainly drawn in by the organic wine list and the gorgeous view over the harbour which gives you a refreshing perspective compared to the usual Bristol spots. We tried the organic red Rioja and the organic rosé Rioja, both of which were excellent. The menu overall was great, but the standout dish for us was the wild mushrooms (pictured) - absolutely delicious. Service was warm and attentive throughout. A really enjoyable evening and a lovely place for a special occasion for a fabulous price.”

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