
Olive Tree Restaurant & Appledore Bar
A versatile restaurant offering romantic dinners, group gatherings, and value with generous portions and excellent service.

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Olive Tree Restaurant & Appledore Bar

Highlights
Must-see attractions
A versatile restaurant offering romantic dinners, group gatherings, and value with generous portions and excellent service.
"Diners are blown away by the food, calling it amazing with large portions and fantastic service."
Request a Booth
For a more special experience, ask for a booth when booking your reservation.
Don't Miss the Pudding
The sticky toffee pudding is highly praised and a must-try for dessert.

Quick Facts
Cuisine
Mediterranean, Turkish, Pub Style
Price
Mid-range
Phone
+44 1237 472361
Address
Heywood Rd, Northam, Bideford EX39 3QB, United Kingdom
Website
olivetreebideford.co.uk/Highlights
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Romantic Ambiance & Group Gatherings
The beautiful dining room setting makes it ideal for romantic dinners or lively group celebrations.

Generous Portions & Value
Diners praise the exceptional food quality with generous portions offered at reasonable prices.

Exceptional Service & Accessibility
Staff are noted for being friendly, helpful, and accommodating, ensuring a welcoming experience for all.
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Request a Booth
For a more special experience, ask for a booth when booking your reservation.
Don't Miss the Pudding
The sticky toffee pudding is highly praised and a must-try for dessert.
Consider Seating
Avoid sitting next to loud patrons for a more enjoyable and peaceful meal atmosphere.
Check Kitchen Hours
Be aware that the kitchen may close earlier than expected; confirm hours when booking.
Tips
from all over the internet
Request a Booth
For a more special experience, ask for a booth when booking your reservation.
Don't Miss the Pudding
The sticky toffee pudding is highly praised and a must-try for dessert.
Consider Seating
Avoid sitting next to loud patrons for a more enjoyable and peaceful meal atmosphere.
Check Kitchen Hours
Be aware that the kitchen may close earlier than expected; confirm hours when booking.
Breakfast Hours
Visit during breakfast for ample selection and efficient service.
What Travellers Say
Reviews Summary
The Olive Tree Restaurant & Appledore Bar garners praise for its warm ambiance, exceptional service, and generous portions, making it ideal for both romantic dinners and group outings. While many highlight the great value and delicious food, a few reviews mention issues with food quality and atmosphere, suggesting inconsistency. However, the overall sentiment points to a welcoming spot with strong accessibility features and memorable dishes, especially the highly recommended sticky toffee pudding.
"Drove past this place looking for somewhere to nice to eat as we're on our honeymoon. Popped in for a cream tea and booked for that everything as we liked the menu. Lady on that afternoon told us to ask for a booth if we did book as a little more special. Wow what a beautiful room we dined in, server was lovely and food exceptional. We didn't think prices were too bad compared to other menues we'd looked at. We both had three courses and the bill with drinks was £85.20, definitely worth a visit."
Debbie Oliver
"There was no real atmosphere as there weren't many other people in the bar. TV showing soaps in the background. The guy serving was was friendly and chatty.
Sadly, food was abysmal. Based on the menu we were expecting fresh home cooked food.
Beef pie was really dry. Chicken curry was really dry. Macaroni cheese you could taste the powder in the sauce.
Such a shame as food was probably lovely when it was cooked but I'd imagine they freeze it and warm it up by the taste and dryness of it. First time I've ever been somewhere to eat and no one asks "how was your food" so I think they know too.
Won't be returning."
Jo Suleyman
"We rang ahead to make sure it was accessible as my mum is in a wheelchair and they were very helpful and responsive. Re access - there is stairs free access to the hotel and restaurant, and a disabled toilet available to use. My mum was able to sit at the table comfortably in her wheelchair which was handy too, as the restaurant chairs don't have armrests. The food was lovely, delicious with very generous portions and the service was excellent. Would definitely recommend if you're in the area!"
Sarai Smith
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Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, the restaurant offers stairs-free access and has a disabled toilet. Staff are very helpful with accessibility needs.
The Mediterranean platter, steak and chips, and especially the sticky toffee pudding are highly recommended.
Yes, the venue has live music and offers an excellent atmosphere for dining and enjoying performances.
It is recommended to ask for a booth when booking for a more special experience.
The restaurant offers exceptional food quality at reasonable prices, providing great value for money.
Visiting during breakfast hours ensures plenty of selection and efficient service.
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