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Olive & Thyme is a Mediterranean cafe, bar and restaurant in the heart of Chorlton, offering freshly prepared food ranging from Mezes and Turkish Dishes to Italian Pastas and Pizzas. Our unique venue is very spacious making it a comfortable and welcoming place to dine with groups of friends, families and colleagues or just on your own. O&T benefits from its south-facing shop front allowing plenty of sun light, whether you are sitting inside next to the wood-burning stove or outside in the heated glassed seating area.
Special Diets
Vegetarian Friendly, Vegan Options, Halal, Gluten Free Options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Brunch, Drinks, After-hours
CUISINES
Mediterranean, European, Turkish, Greek, Middle Eastern
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Accepts Mastercard, Accepts Visa, Free Wifi, Accepts Credit Cards, Table Service
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Reviewed 3 weeks ago via mobile

Thoroughly enjoyed our visit. Friendly and attentive waitress. Excellent food from starter to dessert. Would definitely recommend eating here.

Date of visit: November 2023
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Reviewed 30 September 2023

So sad.I was really disappointed.The food was less than average. It would have been better if they focused on a reduced menu of great quality. I won't be returning.👎More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Dervish Mehmet, Owner at Olive & Thyme Restaurant, responded to this reviewResponded 2 October 2023

Hello Ambers, I'm Dervish, manager of Olive & Thyme. Customer satisfaction is very important to us. We have taken your feedback into account and will do our best to ensure that each dish is cooked to perfection. We would be delighted to welcome you back...More

Reviewed 24 September 2023

I went here today for Sunday dinner with my mum, dad and sister. It was such a lovely meal. The customer service was excellent and each dish was served hot. There was a good relaxed atmosphere in the restaurant. We sat on the terrace. It...was warm, clean and spacious. Despite the terrible road works in Chorlton it was worth finding a parking spot and walking to this restaurant. I highly recommend it!!!!More

Date of visit: September 2023
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Reviewed 8 August 2023

Ordered the lamb knuckle with mashed potatoes and green beans. If I had to choose my last supper this would be it. Phenomenal staff service excellent. Food par excellence. Atmospheres a vibe. Very happy.

Date of visit: August 2023
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Reviewed 2 August 2023

Absolutely beautiful food, large portions and a huge choice. Prices are very reasonable and that's why I keep going back. Really can't understand the negative reviews.

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 28 July 2023

Don't buy the Pinot Rose...... Paid £22 for a bottle at the bar. Then sat down they brought a supermarket Rose to the table that they had opened. Supermarket own brand! Worth £7.75 in you buy it in the shop. A total rip off. Food...not the best either. Won't go back.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 22 July 2023 via mobile

Starters were good, mains had potential but mixed grill was sadly over over cooked - if they could get the grills to be juicy this could be a wonderful restaurant

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 22 July 2023

First time here - friendly staff and atmosphere. Very clean decor (and loos)! Always a good start. Food was tasty - recommend the garlic mushrooms starter, mixed shish kebabs and chicken risotto for mains. Too full for deserts £50, starters and mains and a drink...each for two of us. Good value.More

Date of visit: July 2023
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Reviewed 13 June 2023

Food, drink and prices are great. And so is the service. Would love to be able to get there more often. It brings back memories of holidays in Turkey. Thank you!!👍👏

Date of visit: June 2023
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Reviewed 28 February 2023

The restaurant managed to accommodate our large party of 15 at short notice after a booking at a different restaurant fell through. The atmosphere was great, the service was brilliant, and they couldn't do enough for us. One of our party has food allergies and...they were able to advise her no problem on what she couldn't and couldn't eat. The prices were very reasonable and the food delicious. Nobody was unhappy.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 26 February 2023 via mobile

I visited this restaurant with my daughter for a little treat......however, the staff were very rude and unhelpful and the food is extremely expensive for what it is...... they never made any effort to smile,explain or even be polite..... I think once we didn't order...alcohol and ordered our food they decided that we were not going to spend a lot of money, so they didn't need to be polite. The drinks never came and I had to go to the bar eventually, they didn't even apologise. The waitress was very condescending and passive aggressive,when she asked if everything was OK. I don't understand the good reviews to be honest. I've been twice and both times I left feeling upset. The first time was years ago so I thought maybe give it another go after looking at the reviews.....I just wish I didn't return. I left feeling confused and upset and my daughter was really angry with how we were treated...... its hard to explain but it was just a horrible uncomfortable environment. I'm sure others have felt the same cold unfriendly atmosphere. The food was not even nice either.... just a horrible experience overall.More

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 22 February 2023 via mobile

What can I say about this experience other than it was absolutely amazing! I've never experienced this type of food or hospitality, so I was nervous. I wanted to make sure it was special as it was my birthday that day (17/02) and we were...also celebrating our 💝 day. The staff were absolutely wonderful and friendly. The food was amazing and the service was 5 star. We didn't have to wait long for our starters or main and there was a lady employee who kept checking on us and asking our feedback in experience. I told her I'd be writing a review and i waited a few days to see if I still felt the same. I can gladly say I do, and I will be returning there in the very near future. Thanks again guysMore

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 12 February 2023 via mobile

My family and I went to the restaurant for the first time today Sunday, we thoroughly enjoyed the atmosphere in the restaurant, food was nicely and freshly made, even when we asked for a slight change they had accommodated us without any issues, the starters..., the main course ,and the desert were all very nice indeed very courteous reception by the attendance of the restaurantMore

Date of visit: February 2023
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Reviewed 9 February 2023

Our first visit and am impressed We shared the meat mezze (shared start) and then a pizza - in truth that was too much for us we could have easily just shared the mezze and that would have enough for us Everything tasted fresh and...there is a lovely vibe about the place even though it was very busy we managed to get a great table near the frontMore

Date of visit: January 2023
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Reviewed 5 January 2023 via mobile

Found this place by chance will most certainly be visiting again food was perfect fresh & full of flavours. Greeted at the door with a welcoming smile & the service throughout was brilliant.

Date of visit: January 2023
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It had a license, so we got drinks there.
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We have been to this restaurant. Yes it is Halal 😊
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Olive & Thyme Restaurant is rated accordingly in the following categories by Tripadvisor travellers:
  • Food: 4.5
  • Service: 4.5
  • Value: 4.5
  • Atmosphere: 4.5