BEVANS Neighbourhood kitchen and bar in Shropshire

Such lovely food. Freshly prepared, great flavours and not too expensive. Friendly staff. So glad you’re doing tapas again. Couldn’t be better. Will definitely be back. Thanks for a lovely evening.

Gorgeous food, really attentive, friendly service. If you like good Tapas then try this place. A little gem, so chilled, fab decor. Prawns fab. Spanish flatbread gorgeous. I will be back to try their breakfasts. Loved it ❤️

Best coffee in Shrewsbury (as an Australian I'm a hard marker) but the food is also beyond what you'd expect from it's location out of the town centre. The service is always friendly yet efficient, it's ever updated tapas always has variety, great flavour, and the entire experience is a testament to an owner operated restaurant. It's delicious and delightful. A recent name change hasn't diminished the experience.

Called in with family and friends for brunch. The staff were very friendly and helpful, the food was fantastic. I’ll definitely be going back.

The Olive Grove (formerly Olive Tree/Bevans) is doing tapas again (friday and saturday evenings and wed-sat lunch times) and they are fantastic and very reasonably priced. So good we came back for brunch - an amazing selection of dishes, as well as the breakfast usuals, all cooked to perfection. All this and the best Mediterranean back garden, full of olive trees!

September 24 update -old reviews below- Olive Tree became Bevans and is now Olive Grove!! They reopened this week so we popped by on a Saturday afternoon to try out the new menu I wasn't convinced that the menu really knew what it was supposed to be and there was a mixup in that the larger plates are available after 4pm. However Sam was as helpful as always and let us mix and match from the evening and daytime menu anyway. Food was really terrific! The standout dishes for us were the chorizo vino, whipped feta and hot honey chorizo flat bread and the spiced belly pork, all of which were fabulous. I'd give an honourable mention to the halloumi fries which were also really good, I'm not usually a fan of them but these were demolished in no time. The Moroccan slaw was comparatively a bit boring. To finish up we had some flapjacks, which looked a little small and a bit too healthy for their own good but actually were spot on. We even grabbed a couple of bags of tomatoes from the 'provisions' fridge All in all it's great to see a new menu and a breath of life in the place. It's not gone back to being the Olive Tree but it is a bit more like that sort of thing If they could just bring back the chicken livers it would be perfect We were fans of the Olive Tree and we are even bigger fans of its new image as Bevans. Stopped off for a quick bit of lunch and were only planning on having a main, however the starters were so intriguing we had to go for them too. Food was all terrific, the pie was absolutely top notch. Honestly couldn't fault it, even the mushy peas were old school, soaked overnight type that you just don't see any more. We stopped off a second time for a few pints, parked up in the window to watch the world go by. We didn't eat on the second occasion but did nose at what others were having. Some brilliant smells, golden brown pies, crispy looking fish and chips etc Really looking forward to my next visit

Have had the breakfast a few times, always been excellent.

Hi guys.. The only problem with this so called pub is they close at 4pm ..but looked them up ,it says they close at 6pm..I cant class this place as a pub.pubs close at 11pm....I preferred when it was the swan pub.have a good day folks😭

Pie wasn’t as good as it could have been, very small amount of chips not like I want it to be bad quality but it was literally around 13 chips each. Pastry wasn’t fluffy or tasty, filling ingredients were nice but ratio wasn’t good.

First visit since change to Bevans. Still a fantastic outdoor space in the walled garden. The food was above expectations and they had a great drink selection. Great service and would recommend this place for food or drinks.

Roast Dinner ! .. Insane 👏👏 So much choice of Veg on the plate ! And the beef was perfect ! With a giant Yorkshire pud ! One of the best roasts I've had in Shrewsbury ! Defo worth a visit ! 🩷🤤👍

Haven’t been here since it was the olive tree, and that has been time wasted. Everything was amazing from service, quality of food and atmosphere at a very reasonable price. The garden is a little paradise. Can’t fault it in anyway.

Delicious food and friendly staff.

Dog friendly 🐕, very welcoming and excellent service. Good breakfast using local ingredients.

Fresh fruit and veg for sale outside. Home made pies and sausage . Locally sourced food. Great breakfast. Thank you

Food is lovely, excellent home cooked roast. It's almost as good as my own!

I go here weekly with my friends for Sunday lunch. They really look after you. The food is obviously made by people who care about cooking and feeding people. I know this as I am a cook myself. Love the fact they now have vegetables as well....

Amazing!!! Food was so delicious and a good portion size. Really good value for money. Really great gluten free options as well ❤️❤️

Had an absolutely brilliant lunch here, catered brilliantly for my coeliac mum (they were the best onion rings we have ever eaten). Everything was delicious, portions were spot on and the fact they use local ingredients, local suppliers and make their own sausages is ace. Thoroughly recommend.

Our first visit since the new opening of Bevans and WOW we loved it. Salt beef starter to share was perfect (made in house with pickles from deli on the corner). Then the pies. Oh my. Perfect pastry and delicious filling. We are stuffed. Excellent local ale and lager on tap too. Any downside? Yes. We couldn’t fit in pudding !!

Great food especially the pies, good beer and very welcoming staff.

We went for Sunday lunch, and couldn't fault it. The food was delicious, and plenty of it👍 The service was exceptional, a lovely polite waitress, a refreshing change from some of the places we have been to! Keep up the good work, we shall definitely be back to try the pies👍

Lovely Sunday afternoon lunch! Had the curry and roast and both were nice

Second visit since this became Bevans Neighbourhood kitchen and both occasions have had very tasty food both times. Yet to try a pie or sausage but will certainly return to sample one soon!

Have always enjoyed this venue having been here a few times over the years. Love the rebranding. Fresh local produce, delivered by great guys in a relaxing environment. Winner 👍

Brilliant just brilliant had the steak pie and it blew me away. So good I’m going back as soon as I can. Table of 8 with 2 bottles of house red at £20 a head. Can’t beat that for value and quality

Theie pies and sausages are delicious!

Always a great welcome and fantastic food. It's easy to relax and enjoy the whole experience.

We travelled from Oswestry in search of a restaurant that caters for our clan (meat eaters, vegetarian and vegan). We were greeted with a warm welcome from Mike who took our drinks order. Emily, who attended to our orders and further drinks was attentive, polite and helpful with our queries about our dietary needs. Nothing was too much trouble and service with a smile. The food was beautiful and substantial for the hearty appetite. One of our clan had to take home a doggy bag. Although I’m not vegetarian, I was tempted by the options. Our plates were emptied. The lightness of the pastry on the pie I ate was wonderful and packed full of tasty goodness. The puddings…oohh!! Yum, yum, yum. The sticky toffee pudding my hubby devoured licking his lips then found out it was vegan. His only words ‘loved it!’ Reasonable priced, all homemade and would recommend to anyone, so worth our 40 mile round trip. We will be returning in the near future. Recommend booking.

Delicious sirloin steak. I will definitely come back

Delicious pies and great veggie roast dinner. So good we came back twice in only a few days.

Staff were all lovely and it has a good setting, but we were very disappointed by the food and sadly no member of staff came by to ask how we were finding it to be able to say something at the time. Perhaps it was just our choices (sea bass with an entire plate of beige - needs some colour, and sirloin which was small, thin, over tenderised and dry despite asking for medium rare and undercooked wedges and roasted root veg) as the pies looked good on the next table (though comments were made about too much pastry). We heard this as our table was way too close to the next one and it was difficult for us all to pretend we couldn’t hear every word. Staff were lovely but not attentive, no one asked if we wanted more wine despite our empty glasses. I’ll go back and try their fab range of toasties and maybe a pie but go elsewhere when I’m craving a good steak.

Our recent visit to BEVANS Neighbourhood Kitchen and Bar was nothing short of amazing. We opted to sit in the rear garden in one of the pods, and it was a picturesque setting, adorned with beautiful lights and perfectly warmed by the infrared heater. This spot is especially convenient if you're planning to visit the Severn Theatre. What impressed us further was their attentiveness to showtimes; if you're heading to a performance, just let them know, and they'll ensure you're finished in time. The food itself was great, offering excellent value for money. Overall, our experience at BEVANS was delightful, and we highly recommend it, especially for a charming pre-theatre meal.

Superb meal, really great service and the food was absolutely delicious. We called in by chance and were lucky to get a table, definitely recommend booking! Short walk from the Frankwell car park and Shrewsbury Town Centre.

Lovely find, so friendly and excellent service and food

A little dishonest to piggy back off reviews from the olive tree. The establishment changed hands October 2023 so bare that in mind when looking at reviews.

Lovely and relaxing. Good food and service

Great food. Great service. Great atmosphere!

Great food superb staff great value for money highly recommended

Fabulous evening. Staff were helpful.

Wow - The Olive Tree is a great place. Ate here for the first time prior to seeing Tim Vine at Theatre Severn last night. From the moment we walked through the door the whole experience was an absolute pleasure. A very warm welcome at the bar, a lovely attentive waitress who clearly knew the menu well, and great seats outside enjoying the September evening sun. The tapas was faultless, piping hot, well presented, and very tasty. All accompanied by very well kept beers. We were all pleasantly surprised when we get the bill - far less than we were expecting. All in all a brilliant experience at a very reasonable price. We'll definitely be back.

Food was very nice but choices on the menu not as good as before the change of management. Staff very friendly and helpful.

Obsessed with this place, it’s currently my favourite place to eat in Shrewsbury, especially in the summer in the courtyard - it feels like you’re in Spain! Their hummus & patatas bravas are both amazing and a must to get every time. I would also recommend their meatballs and broccoli (if they have it as they change their veg options on the menu weekly). Average selection of drinks, the sangria is ok but not strong enough for my liking 😜 A must to visit if in Shrewsbury and you like tapas! Definitely need to book in advance.

What a lovely experience, secluded yet open courtyard , menu looks very nice and the food delivered to diner's looked inviting. Staff and management warm and welcoming. Table booking advisable during those peak hours

Great place just across the river from Shrewsbury Town centre. Lovely restaurant, service and food were excellent 👌

Always fantastic food, drink, service and atmosphere. Highly recommend.

Beautiful sheltered garden, with covered areas so perfect for outside dining in our unpredictable summers. Tapas small plates are generous and delicious (6 easily fed 3 of us). A wide range of drinks including Sangria, cocktails and beer. A great dining experience with friendly, attentive staff. Highly recommended.

Everything was amazing.. From being welcomed, being seated, drinks, food arriving.. The food was totally amazing.. What a little gem, we will definitely be coming back, can't wait 😁

An interesting menu with varied choices. The food was perfectly good but not exceptional. Service was friendly but a bit erratic and slow - perhaps they were just understaffed that day. I'd be entirely happy to go again but wouldn't rush to do so I don't think.

We sit at the backyard, which is nice and cosy. Service is very good by our waitress (the blond girl). The food otherwise, is not good. Sorry to say. The croquette is the worst. Tempura fish is not good neither. So greasy. Whitebait is not good, not crispy, sooo soft. Mozarella ball...just not go with that weird dressing. Really need to improve the food.

Some of the food was nice but the tiramisu we had for dessert was bland/tasteless. Staff could have been more attentive and there was a confusion on arrival about the special birthday drinks we'd ordered, which made it a bit awkward. Lovely decor and spotlessly clean... Just not sure I'd visit again as it was pricy without the 5-star experience we'd expected from the reviews.

I really love the hummus and bread set, scrumptious!

It's definitely my new favourite place. Staff were so helpful, took out orders promptly, and served food swiftly. Gorgeous selection of food and drinks. Hubby and I had a meze to celebrate our graduation, and every dish was fresh and full of flavour. Prosecco was refreshing, and the desert was delicately perfect. Couldn't have asked for more helpful staff. Really enjoyed it and will definitely go again.

Lovely tapas meal for my daughters birthday,we were outside on a not very warm rainy evening but the outdoor heater did warm us up Staff were excellent and very attentive

A really enjoyable evening, service excellent. Food, tapas very good and wine good. Would certainly come again.

We've been to The Olive Tree quite a few times over the years, and it's always been great. Admittedly, it's not the cheapest meal out, but you get what you pay for. Excellent food. Excellent service. Excellent experience.

We just had a lovely meal at your restaurant We booked late for 2 people Your barman was welcoming The waitress was friendly The food was lovely And the local ice cream for desert was amazing thank you your guests from iteland

The updated menu was not to our liking Much preferred the old menu before COVID .

Perfect lazy lunch sat out in the shady garden. As good as it gets.

Great tapas selection! Lovley outdoor alfresco dining. Would recomend!

The courtyard is lovely, some areas covered some not. I do not like sitting in sun. Companions do. Inside is set out in a way that looks private for tables and occupants. I prefer more light when eating, companions; not so much. I am not a fan of the food, do not like beans of any kind especially hummus (texture, not flavour) sensitivity to chilli which seems to be in most dishes. Staff cannot be faulted, well mannered and helpful. (also cheerful looking)

Delicious food and wonderful staff!

Friendly place. Just wanted a drink, and the seating area out back is perfect, though would benefit from a bit more shade. Good service & polite staff.

Completely blown away by the quality in every way...service, the food and the set up including the delightful outdoor terrace. My wife and I enjoyed the best food we've had in our town of Shrewsbury. The three young ladies waiting on us were just superb. Our food of various tapas dishes and a beautiful large pizza went down very well with Kelvin beer. A very enjoyable lunch time. Definitely be back and can't wait.

Great choice of gluten-free options which was essential as my wife is coeliac. Very friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely go to The Olive Tree again if we are near Shrewsbury

Visited the olive tree for lunch we've been here many times over the last 15 -20 years under a variety of ownership. The setting is lovley ,particularly outside in the summer .service too is very good however for me ,the food was not as good as previously. The selection seemed limited and some of the dishes were not that good.chicken for example,very dry and no sauce. The flat bread was not very tasty at all. A lovley setting but let down by the food. A bit disappointing .

Fortunate enough to have a sunny day, we had booked inside but they offered us a table in the courtyard. Incredible venue, we felt we could've been abroad and the atmosphere was really relaxing. Food is delicious and there's a varied drinks menu... everything was reasonably priced. Staff are really helpful and pleasant. Can't recommend this place enough, we will definitely be regulars.

We had dinner here over the weekend and the entire experience was great! The food was delicious, with lots of variety to choose from for the tapas. The service was super efficient and attentive, and everyone who served us was so friendly. We sat in the garden in a dog friendly area which was perfect. Will be returning again!

As a vegetarian I rarely eat out as the choice and standard can be really poor. Not so at The Olive Tree.The selection of dishes was both wide and fantastically tasty ,a real treat. This is a number one destination in Shrewsbury !

We were given cold coffee instead of basmati vinegar when we pointed it out we were told it was a new menu ideas, till eventually the waitress said yes it was coffee by mistake we were given more bread which we told her we didn’t need it, when we came to pay again we were told no it wasn’t coffee, it made me feel sick dip bread in coffee then oil won’t be going again

Superb tapas restaurant near Shrewsbury centre. Highly recommend.

We took my Mum for a 90th birthday meal. Restaurant was lovely, food was delicious, staff were pleasant & attentive. We thoroughly enjoyed it. My only criticism is that I think it was a little overpriced. One of the dishes we shared was a Greek salad, £7.00, which came in quite a small bowl & there were only 2 pieces of Feta cheese in it. Overall though it was a nice dining experience.

Outstanding food and excellent service, would highly recommend.

Late lunch in Shrewsbury at The Olive Tree was the perfect decision …. Super friendly staff, cracking menu and the food was delicious. We’ll be back!

Excellent food and great service. If you're in Shrewsbury for a visit as we were the Olive Tree is well worth a visit but book in advance as a busy place.

We called in for a drink and they were really busy so we went into the garden at the rear and wow so glad we did it was absolutely gorgeous it's been done to such a high standard and you just feel like you are abroad can't recommend it enough. The seated areas all have an heater if it drops cool the staff are so friendly and helpful food was delicious we had tapas so different plates and shared them so nice can't wait to go back.

What great Tapas! Beautifully cooked and a wide range of tastes to suit all. Great staff very friendly

3 day trip to Shrewsbury, 3 visits to The Olive Tree. Lunch on Thursday was so good, we went for a drink Friday night and booked for dinner Saturday. Why? The food was outstanding, reasonably priced and varied, the service was warm and friendly and the atmosphere was excellent. Highly recommend.

Nice atmosphere. Nice food. God variety of Mediterranean flavours. For spring and summer, I would recommend the patio.

Cooked to perfection. Best meal in Shrewsbury by far.

Shame not enough time for us to appreciate this place more.

What a great place this is. A lovely, clean, warm and relaxing environment in which to enjoy your food and drink. Great food, every mouthful was an absolute delight, I particularly enjoyed the cray fish salad. There are also many gluten free, vegetarian and vegan options too and they are really clued up about dietary requirements so there's no need to take a risk elsewhere. Park down by the theatre severn and take a stroll along the river or a peek in the local shops before you go for some delicious food.

Plenty of GLUTEN FREE & VEGETARIAN dishes (marked up on the menu). The food was delicious, the restaurant was immaculately clean, and the service was friendly and attentive. The menu changes regularly depending on the availability of fresh items.

Amazing service from ever friendly people. The service staff do a credit to this place. They’ll make you feel at home and welcome.

Great fun. Had a family celebration there with people aged from 3 months to 94 years. Everyone dined really well from share plates and the service was attentive and thoughtful. Highly recommended.

Having never had tapas before I had high hopes but it was very disappointing. Showed photos of our meal to friends who have tapas regularly and they said it was very poor and very expensive. It was also cold, as seated by a door that didn't close, and no atmosphere at all which was a shame as it was a Christmas meal with friends. Will try tapas again but definitely not here.

10/10 customer service. Really easy to book online and the food was outstanding. Really lovely date night, would highly recommend xx

Got the sharing menu for 4 so ordering was simple and it was all lovely

Delicious tapas, amazing service and great value. The veggie options are outstanding, and the staff are friendly and welcoming. We are already planning our next visit!

Best Tapas in Shrewsbury 🚨 Amazing food every time we dine, with a great variety of options to suit all kind of dietary needs. Have visited this place numerous times and never had a bad meal. Staff are always attentive and welcoming. It can get very busy, so recommend booking! Really nice to just pop in for drinks as well. Will always recommend to anyone who asks!

Beautiful place with beautiful food,one of my favourite places

Gorgeous setting, delicious food with a range of vegan and vegetarian dishes. Lovely friendly staff. Absolutely perfect for a tapas meal with friends (and little ones)

Fabulous setting in the garden for winter, cosy and warm.

We love this place it's like being on holiday when you go here The staff are lovely and friendly and the food is lush I just wish they had car parking

Once again shared an amazing afternoon with 6 good friends. Tapas are amazing and excellent value for the money. We also shared bottles of wine and then sat outside in the rear garden and enjoyed one or two espresso martinis!!

The sharing platter menu has changed since we were last there, one meat option and one vegetarial option. Unfortunately the choice of tapas dishes were not as nice

My favourite place to eat in Shrewsbury!

Lovely lunch today of tapas, sharing platter, red sangria. Followed by sharing the best desert ever, one of their specials, a chocolate, almond nougat, ice parfait with warm morello cherries. We sat outside in the garden patio. Lovely friendly staff,tasty food, a perfect afternoon. Thank you to all at the Olive Tree

Oh my god the food is amazing. It's beautiful inside, we sat by the painting of Italy and just ate soooo much tapas. Everything was gorgeous, as was the wine

The first evening we discovered this great restaurant. Great little tapas and pizza. Delicious churros and the best café affogato I've ever had. Definitely visit!