Name & Detail	Price	Images
Hummus Mashed chickpeas, blended with tahini, lemon juice, cumin and garlic. Served with bread.	£5.00
Cacik Yogurt with garlic, mint and cucumbers. Served with warm bread.	£5.00
Acili Ezme Finely chopped vegetables with olive oil, pomegranate sauce with tangy and spicy taste. Served with warm bread.	£5.00
Aubergine Tarator Chargrilled aubergine on bed of yogurt. Served with bread.	£5.00
Mixed Olives Served with warm bread.	£5.50
Tahini Yogurt, lemon, sesame tahini and cumin. Served with bread.	£5.00
Bread Board Mixture off breads. Served with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.	£5.00
Sarma Traditional Turkish stuffed vine leaves.	£5.50

Mezzes and Tapas

Savor flavorful small plates featuring classic bruschetta, crispy halloumi, calamari, meatballs, and savory stuffed pastry rolls.

Name & Detail	Price	Images
Classic Bruschetta Toasted sourdough bread with cherry tomatoes, green pesto, red onions, Parmesan, extra virgin olive oil and balsamic dressing.	£7.90
Burrata Caprese Burrata cheese with cherry tomatoes extra virgin olive oil and balsamic glaze.	£8.50
Soup of the Day Served with warm bread.	£6.95
Camembert Oven baked camembert top with caramelized onions. Served with warm bread.	£7.95
Bruschetta Caprese Sliced beef tomatoes, buffalo Mozzarella on toasted sourdough bread with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic dressing.	£8.90
Garlic Bread With Cheese Hand stretched flat bread with garlic butter and Mozzarella cheese.	£8.50
Creamy Mushrooms Mushrooms in a creamy garlic sauce.	£7.90
Grilled Halloumi The famous Cypriot grilling cheese. Served with salad and sweet chilli sauce.	£8.50
Calamari Crispy calamari rings. Served with salad and tartar sauce.	£8.00
Arancini Arancini with spinach and Mozzarella. Served with tomato sauce.	£7.50
Patatas Bravas Fried potatoes topped with spicy tomato sauce.	£6.90
Ratatouille Fried aubergine, courgette and peppers in a rich tomato sauce.	£6.90
Falafel Vegetarian’s favourite dish made with chickpeas, onions, peppers, garlic, carrots, parsley, celery, coriander, leek, red kidney beans, mix herbs and spices. Served with hummus and salad.	£7.25
Lamb Souvlaki Marinated lamb pieces on baby skewers. Served with salad.	£7.90
Crispy Goat Cheese Deep fried crispy goat cheese topped with Mediterranean sour cherry jam.	£7.95
Gamberoni Prawns with butter, fresh chillies, garlic and cherry tomatoes.	£8.90
Sigara Boregi Fried pastry rolls filled with Feta cheese, parsley and mint. Served with salad.	£7.90
Sucuk Grilled Turkish beef sausage. Served with salad.	£7.50
Albondigas Beef meatballs in a rich spicy tomato sauce.	£7.95
BBQ Chicken Wings Chicken wings in a BBQ sauce.	£6.90
Chicken Souvlaki Marinated chicken pieces on baby skewers. Served with salad.	£7.50

Mediterranean Cuisines

Indulge in hearty Mediterranean classics like signature lamb hunkar begendi, savory moussaka, and rich mushroom risotto.

Name & Detail	Price	Images
Hunkar Begendi Sauteed lamb with onions and peppers on a bed of signature chargrilled aubergine bechamel sauce.	£19.90
Sauteed Chicken Sauteed chicken with onions, peppers and Mediterranean herbs in fresh tomato sauce. Served with bulgur rice and salad.	£17.90
Moussaka Layers of fried aubergine, courgette and potatoes oven cooked in mince meat tomato sauce topped with bechamel. Served with bulgur rice and salad.	£18.90
Risotto With Mushrooms Arborio rice with mushrooms and Parmesan.	£14.50
Sauteed Vegetables Mixture of vegetables sauteed in fresh tomato sauce. Served with bulgur rice and salad.	£16.90
Vegetarian Moussaka Layer of fried aubergine, potatoes and courgette oven baked in tomato sauce topped with bechamel sauce. Served with bulgur rice and salad.	£17.90

Pastas

Feast on authentic Italian pasta dishes including spaghetti bolognese, creamy carbonara, flavorful linguine, and hearty lasagna.

Name & Detail	Price	Images
Linguine Al Pesto Linguine pasta with cherry tomatoes green pesto and Parmesan in creamy sauce.	£14.50
Rigatoni Alla Turca Rigatoni with sucuk, beef pastrami and cherry tomatoes in creamy tomato sauce.	£15.50
Spaghetti Bolognese Spaghetti in a bolognese sauce and Parmesan.	£14.50
Pasta Pollo Spaghetti with chicken, mushrooms in creamy white wine sauce and Parmesan.	£14.50
Lasagna Oven baked pasta layers with beef ragu topped with bechamel sauce and Parmesan.	£14.50
Rigatoni Arrabiata Rigatoni pasta with fresh chilies in a rich tomato sauce and Parmesan.	£13.50
Spaghetti Carbonara An Italian classic, spaghetti with pancetta, egg yolk, Parmesan and cream.	£14.50
Spaghetti with Meatballs Spaghetti with beef meatballs in tomato sauce.	£14.50
Linguine Al Salmone Ling with smoked salmon café de Paris sauce and Parmesan.	£17.50

Salads

Delight in fresh, vibrant salads featuring crisp greens, creamy burrata, salty feta, and tangy balsamic dressings

Name & Detail	Price	Images
Rocket and Parmesan Salad Rockets, Parmesan, red onions, cherry tomatoes dressed with olive oil and balsamic vinegar.	£10.90
Burrata Salad Rockets, red onions, cherry tomatoes dressed with olive oil, balsamic vinegar and burrata cheese.	£11.50
Crispy Goat Cheese Salad Mixed seasonal greens, beetroot, cherry tomatoes, raisins, strawberries topped with crispy Goat cheese, dressed with olive oil and balsamic glaze.	£10.90
Caesar Salad Iceberg lettuce, cherry tomatoes, Parmesan cheese and croutons with Caesar sauce topped with grilled chicken.	£11.50
Greek Salad Tomatoes, parsley, cucumbers, mixed peppers, red onions, Feta cheese, mixed olives dressed with extra virgin olive oil and sour pomegranate sauce.	£10.90

From the Grills

Savor expertly grilled steaks, marinated lamb skewers, succulent lamb chops, and a delicious mixed grill platter.

Name & Detail	Price	Images
Rump Steak (8 oz) Grilled rump steak. Served with baby potatoes, mixed vegetables and peppercorn sauce.	£20.90
Grilled Meatballs Grilled kofte. Served with bulgur rice and salad.	£18.90
Chicken Skewer Grilled marinated chicken pieces on skewers. Served with bulgur rice and salad.	£18.50
Mixed Grill Grilled mixture of chicken, lamb skewer, lamb chops, chicken wings and kofte. Served with bulgur rice and salad.	£22.90
Sirloin Steak (8 oz) Grilled sirloin steak. Served with baby potatoes mixed vegetables and peppercorn sauce.	£23.90
Lamb Skewer Grilled marinated lamb pieces on skewers. Served with bulgur rice and salad.	£19.90
Lamb Chops Lightly marinated lamb chops. Served with mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables and gravy.	£20.90

Sea Foods

Enjoy fresh Mediterranean seafood including citrus salmon, grilled tuna, seared sea bass, and king prawn guvec.

Name & Detail	Price	Images
Fillet Sea Bass Fillet sea bass. Served on a bed of sauteed spinach, peppers, onions, dressed with citrus sauce and mixed vegetables.	£19.50
Grilled Tuna Steak Grilled tuna steak on a bed of asparagus and green beans topped with caper sauce.	£18.50
Karides Guvec King prawns cooked with mushrooms, peppers, onions, cherry tomatoes in spicy white wine, tomato sauce and topped with Fior Di Latte cheese. Served with house salad and baby potatoes.	£20.90
Citrus Salmon Salmon. Served with mashed potatoes, mixed vegetables and citrus sauce.	£19.90

Sharing Platters

Experience the best of the menu with curated platters featuring a selection of meats, cheeses, and dips.

Name & Detail	Price	Images
Mix Meze Platter Selection of chicken souvlaki, lamb souvlaki, sucuk, kofte, Halloumi (contains milk), calamari (contains crustaceans), falafel, sigara boregi and sarma dolma. Served with hummus (contains sesame seeds), cacik and aubergine tarator.	£36.90
Vegetarian Platter Selection of Halloumi (contains milk), falafel, sigara boregi, vegetarian mucver (vegetarian), sarma dolma combined with humus, cacik and aubergine tarator.	£26.90

Sides

Complete your meal with crispy skin-on fries, truffle parmesan fries, sauteed baby potatoes, and fresh seasonal vegetables.

Name & Detail	Price	Images
Skin On Fries Crispy potato strips served with skin on.	£4.50
Mashed Potato Smooth, creamy potatoes.	£4.50
Sautéed Baby Potato Tender baby potatoes, simply sautéed to bring out their natural sweetness.	£4.50
Asparagus Fresh asparagus, a delicious side dish.	£4.50
Sauteed Spinach Spinach, sauteed until just wilted.	£4.50
Truffle and Parmesan Fries Crispy fries infused with the rich flavours of truffle and Parmesan.	£5.50
Sweet Potato Fries Crispy sweet potato strips served as a side dish.	£5.00
Mixed Vegetables Assorted vegetables served as a side dish.	£4.50
Bulgur Rice Wholesome rice dish made with bulgur.	£3.90
Garlic Bread with Cheese Freshly baked bread infused with garlic and melted cheese.	£8.50

Kids

Treat young diners to child-friendly favorites like mini margherita pizzas, spaghetti bolognese, and crispy chicken strips.

Name & Detail	Price	Images
Chicken Strips with Chips Tender chicken strips served with crispy chips.	£7.50
Kids Spaghetti Bolognese Tender spaghetti in a rich meat sauce.	£7.50
Grilled Meatballs with Chips Grilled meatballs. Served with crispy chips.	£7.50
Kids Margherita Mini pizza with a classic tomato sauce and melted mozzarella cheese.	£7.50
Kids Penne Tomato Tender penne pasta in a rich tomato sauce.	£7.50

Olive Tree (FAQs)

General FAQs

Q1: What types of cuisine does this restaurant serve?
A: The restaurant features Turkish cuisine, alongside various Italian-style dishes like pasta and risotto.

Q2: Are there vegetarian options available on the menu?
A: Yes, there are several items marked as vegetarian, such as Hummus and Patatas Bravas.

Q3: Does the menu offer any sharing platters?
A: Yes, there is a Mix Meze Platter and a Vegetarian Platter available for sharing.

Q4: Can I order different kinds of salads?
A: The menu includes several salad options, such as Caesar Salad, Greek Salad, and Burrata Salad.

Q5: What items are included in the Mix Meze Platter?
A: The Mix Meze Platter includes chicken souvlaki, lamb souvlaki, sucuk, kofte, Halloumi, calamari, falafel, sigara boregi, and sarma dolma.

Q6: What kind of items are available in the ‘Nibbles’ section?
A: The Nibbles section includes starters like Hummus, Cacik, Acili Ezme, and Sarma.

Q7: Are any dishes served with bulgur rice?
A: Dishes like Sauteed Chicken and Grilled Meatballs are served with bulgur rice.

Q8: Do any dishes contain seafood?
A: Yes, the menu features seafood items such as Calamari, Gamberoni, Fillet Sea Bass, and Grilled Tuna Steak.

Q9: Are there specific meals available for children?
A: Yes, there is a Kids section offering items like Kids Margherita and Chicken Strips with Chips.

Q10: What kind of sides accompany the grill items?
A: Grill items are often served with bulgur rice, salad, or potatoes, depending on the specific selection.

Pricing FAQs

Q1: How is the pricing structured for main courses like the Moussaka?
A: Main dishes such as the Moussaka are listed with their specific set price for ordering.

Q2: Are there different price points for appetizers?
A: Appetizers in the ‘Nibbles’ section generally have prices around £5.00 to £5.50.

Q3: Do customization options affect the final cost of an item?
A: The menu indicates that some items have customizations available, which may influence the final price.

Q4: Are the sharing platters a fixed price?
A: The sharing platters have set prices, for example, the Mix Meze Platter is listed at a specific cost.

Q5: Are prices shown inclusive or exclusive of taxes?
A: Menu prices are displayed in GBP and appear to be the final listed transaction price before any service charges.

Q6: What is the price range for items in the Pastas section?
A: Pasta dishes generally range from £13.50 to £17.50 depending on the ingredients used.

Q7: Do any sides have a higher price than others?
A: Sides like Truffle and Parmesan Fries are priced slightly higher than standard sides such as Skin On Fries.

Q8: Is there a distinction in pricing for kids’ meals?
A: Kids’ meals are consistently priced at £7.50 for the listed options in that category.

Q9: How are the prices displayed for steak options?
A: Steak options like the Rump Steak are priced based on the cut and weight provided on the menu.

Q10: Do the steak sides affect the main price?
A: The listed prices for main grill items include the standard sides, though extra customizations might incur separate charges.

H2: Popular Items at Olive Tree

Olive Tree is a Mediterranean-style restaurant offering a mix of Turkish, Greek, and Italian-inspired dishes. The menu is built around mezze starters, grilled meats, pasta dishes, and traditional baked mains, making it a popular choice for both light dining and full sit-down meals.

The Hummus is widely chosen as a classic starter with creamy chickpeas, tahini, and warm bread
The Chicken Souvlaki is popular for its grilled, marinated chicken skewers served with salad
The Lamb Souvlaki is often picked for a richer, more traditional grilled meat option
The Moussaka is frequently selected as a hearty baked dish with layers of vegetables, meat, and béchamel sauce
The Spaghetti Carbonara is commonly ordered for a familiar, creamy pasta experience

H2: Budget-Friendly Choices at Olive Tree

Olive Tree includes several affordable starters, sides, and lighter mains that work well for everyday dining in the UK. Mezze dishes and simple pasta options usually offer the best value while still being filling.

Start with mezze or basic pasta dishes if you want a satisfying meal without moving into large sharing platters or premium mains.

Option Type	What to Expect	Smart Choice Example
Value meals	Simple pasta or baked mains	Rigatoni Arrabiata
Light meals	Mezze starters or small plates	Hummus
Saver deals	Vegetarian mains or sides	Vegetarian Moussaka
Everyday picks	Basic grilled or pasta dishes	Spaghetti Bolognese

Choosing Rigatoni Arrabiata instead of meat-heavy dishes helps keep costs lower
Mezze items like Hummus are an affordable way to start a meal
Vegetarian mains often provide strong portion value without higher pricing

H2: What to Order at Olive Tree Based on Your Needs

Olive Tree works well for both light bites and full Mediterranean-style meals, depending on whether you prefer grills, pasta, or baked dishes.

For solo meals: The Chicken Souvlaki provides a balanced grilled portion with salad
For chicken lovers: Grilled chicken dishes are a lighter but filling option
For lamb lovers: The Moussaka offers a rich, hearty baked meal experience
For budget-conscious users: Mezze starters like Hummus or Patatas Bravas are the most affordable choices
For quick takeaway: Pasta dishes like Spaghetti Bolognese are easy and filling
If you prefer a slightly spicier flavor, Rigatoni Arrabiata delivers a stronger tomato-chilli kick
If you are looking for a lighter option, mezze plates and salads feel less heavy than baked or creamy mains

H2: What to Know Before Ordering from Olive Tree

Olive Tree portions vary between small mezze plates and full main courses, so your overall meal size depends on how you combine dishes. Many customers mix starters with a main to create a fuller dining experience.

Mezze items like Hummus are small but ideal for sharing or starters
Dishes like Moussaka are more filling and usually work as a full meal
Pasta portions are moderate and suitable for solo dining
Sharing platters are best for groups rather than individual orders
Some dishes may feel heavier due to cheese, cream, or baked layers

H2: Is Olive Tree Halal, Vegan, or Vegetarian Friendly?

Olive Tree offers a balanced mix of meat, vegetarian, and some vegan-friendly Mediterranean dishes. However, halal preparation may vary depending on location, so it’s always best to confirm directly with the branch.

Category	Availability
Halal	Availability varies across UK locations; confirm with the branch
Vegetarian	Strong range of mezze, pasta, and baked dishes available
Vegan	Limited but includes salads, vegetables, and mezze options

H2: Alternatives to Olive Tree

If you’re looking for similar Mediterranean or Turkish-Italian fusion restaurants in the UK, there are several strong alternatives offering grills, pasta, and mezze-style dining.

Zizzi is often chosen for Italian pasta and pizza-based meals
Meze restaurants (local Turkish grills) are popular for kebabs and mezze platters
Bella Italia is commonly selected for casual Italian pasta and comfort dishes