Green Olive Restaurant & Meze Bar in Sedgemoor

The restaurant was located near to where we were staying. The service was good and the Green Olive Mixed grill was excellent with great tasting dips and meat. We shared this dish! The atmosphere in the restaurant was good and the food arrived fairly quickly too.

Took some friends visiting from Scotland for dinner here this evening, and as usual the Green Olive never failed us. We had starters and mains, which were just so flavoursome and really impressed our friends. The couldn’t believe the value for money and look forward to going again, when they visit us next time.

We have a lovely meal with excellent service. We started with some amazing bread with olives, followed by starters of hummus and spicy cheese balls. Chargrilled chicken and vegetable moussaka for main. Finished baklava and cocktails.

The service was absolutely lovely. The servers could not have been any more accommodating. And the food... Delicious. Definitely worth a visit. Highly recommend for somewhere to go in Bridgwater.

What a place. Best meal out in a long time. Food was amazingly delicious, large portions and such a varied menu. Staff were so friendly. Virtually full at 7pm, a good sign on a midweek night. Would love to go again if visiting Bridgwater. I am in a wheelchair and they were so helpful. Many thanks.

We visited this restaurant on Friday evening having booked a table. I think it’s just as well we did as writhing half an hour of our arrival it was packed. The food was amazing. Our starters of hummus a yoghurt dip and garlic prawns were all delicious and were very generous portion sizes. My main of mixed grill was huge with at least 5 different meats chips and salad with a couple of dips for good measure. My wife’s mousaka was just as good. Service was excellent and we were pleasantly surprised at our bill of just over £100 when £28 of that was a very nice bottle of wine. A superb evening Highly recommended

Really nice location next to the river, parking at the end of the road. We had a great meal for two with classic Turkish staples. We finished with baklava and coffee, fantastic. Service was prompt and efficient. I have travelled for work for 30 years and only tip on rare occasions. Today was an exception where I left a gratuity. We will be back.

Found this place by accident. Not the most visually appealing place from outside but lots of people inside which we took as a good sign so decided to dine. From start to finish we had a great experience. Staff were very friendly and the food simply fantastic and very reasonably priced. We were a long way from home but if in the area again would definitely re-visit.

Dinned at the Green Olive in Bridggie with the girls for my sister's 60th Birthday. We all had the best time; the food, a mixture of Turkish/Mediterranean cuisine, was gorgeous and excellent wines to match. The staff were brilliant, friendly and attentive. Next time I’m in Bridggie I will definitely be booking here again! Oh and I would recommend you book, it was packed on the Friday night! Thank you all at the Green Olive.

We all really enjoyed the selection of food and the atmosphere in the restaurant. A firm favourite and we’ll be back.

A wet and horrible Tuesday night but a warm and friendly welcome. Good service that was there but not oppressive and a menu to really study! (The Lamb shank Kleftiko special was stunning!) Not the cheapest place around but certainly very good value for money. The restaurant closes at 9.00pm during the week to help staff but don't let that stop you. Just make sure that you go early! Certainly to be recommended.

Exceptionally busty with one table filling as people left, but the staff worked really hard to ensure that orders were quickly served. I felt sorry for them since there was no let up.I ate the lamb cutlet special and was both surprised at the quantity and taste. Delicious. My companion chose aTurkish dish but was disappointed that it was very cool, instead of piping hot, and lacking in flavour. That said, the mezze starters that we shared were both hot and delicious. We would return but hopefully on a quieter evening when the servers had more time for customers.

Excellent food. Service was friendly but didn’t give us chance to finish our meal before taking our plates away, one of our party was still eating their starters when main meal came out . We asked the staff if we could be given time before ordering desserts, which meant they came back every 5 mins. Unfortunately this resulted in us leaving without ordering.

Just happened to find this on walking past… Great find. Great food. Very friendly staff. Would be a local if we lived closer. Very busy,I suggest you book a table,as they were packed out

We going ourselves in Bridgwater looking for a dog friendly restaurant, which is harder than you think. Managed to get a table at the Green Olive. My partner ordered the mezza for his main and I ordered simply grilled charcoal chicken with salad. The food didn’t take long and was good, we shared both dishes and both were enjoyable and well presented. The staff were friendly, welcoming and efficient, and they also made a fuss of our dog… would recommend.

Good food and good value. Early supper. Classic Turkish food and very generous portion. The Turkish bread was terrific.

We had a wonderful evening. The staff were lovely, so helpful. The food was delicious, with enough vegetarian dishes for me to keep returning. We enjoyed every mouthful. We’ll definitely be back.

We had a wonderful evening. The staff are lovely, so helpful. The food is delicious with enough vegetarian dishes for me to keep returning. We enjoyed every mouthful. We’ll definitely be back.

After more than 10 years of dining out at the Green Olive we managed to introduce the next generation to Turkish/Mediterranean cuisine. 8 year old grandson and 4 year old grand daughter. It went better than could be hoped. We started with the hot Turkish bread, Ekmek, and butter and the grandchildren got stuck in. They both went for the chicken nuggets and chips off the children's menu but finished with the mixed deserts. It was a fantastic experience. The staff were wonderful and I will let the granddaughter have the final word when she declared the Green Olive to be the "Coolest Restaurant in town". We've been using the Green Olive for eleven years and I can only agree that it is indeed the coolest Restaurant in town. If it wasn't then why would Erdal and staff have so many regulars?.........

Had the mixed meze for 2. A selection of 8 different meze dishes, all delicious and just right as a light lunch.

Excellent service and food. So so clean. There were more than 30 guests there and the atmosphere was very good. Although I was in a greek restaurant it was perfect for a english sunday dinner of Lamb Shank with gravy, veg and mash so very...

First time visit to this lovely restaurant, obviously popular as it was busy but luckily we had booked a table as there were 9 of us. The food was excellent, really good choices and the staff were really friendly

We were invited by a close friend to have dinner here now when your friends raves about it, you have high expectations. Well they were blown apart. The welcome and service is one of the best I have seen in a restaurant esp when they...

We have been a few time now, and this place never disappoints, great food and a very friendly front of house team. This visit we shared the hot mezze starter which was so tasty, and then enjoyed 2 different chicken dishes, with a couple of...

Best resturant in bridgwater. Food amazing staff the best .all staff so friendly and nothing is too much for them .food is amazing never had a bad meal in 11 years using this resturant. Erdal is a fantastic host he has many years experience running...

I visited this restaurant and left a happy man. Service was good , food quality was excellent. It was busy on Monday night. I would definitely recommend .

Booked for a Saturday night in January - managed to book online which is great. Packed which is always a good sign! Great service and large selection.

This is a real gem. It has an extensive menu so everyone should be able to find something. The food was superbly presented and cooked to perfection. The staff are extremely attentive with a genuine desire to please and the food is served promptly with...

Great location by the river. Beautiful and simplistic interior. Observant, organised, courteous staff, who were working in chorus on a very busy Carnival evening. And the food, delicious. Slightly pricey but worth every penny. Highly recommend.

This was out 3rd visit, we travel up from brixham just to eat the delicious Turkish food this restaurant serves. A shared hot starter was excellent and all perfectly cooked, I had the charcoal chicken and my wife had the chicken in a creamy sauce,...

Delicious Mediterranean food, excellent service even though the restaurant was very busy. Would definitely recommend and will return when we are in the area again

We had the most delicious meal here last night, such authentic Greek food, all absolutely delicious and exactly as I remember from time spent in Greece. The stuffed peppers were incredible as was everything else our party ordered, so worth a visit. Every member of...

We were staying at the Mercure Hotel in Bridgwater for 3 nights so decided to try this restaurant which is only a short walk away. Food and service both excellent. I had the chicken skewers which were very good. All the food looked well presented...

Great food if you like Mediterranean style. Service is great with friendly helpful staff. Been on 3 occasions and it’s always been good. Not cheap but you get what you pay for. I’ll be returning for sure.

we were in Bridgwater for 3 nights. First night we went here, and loved it so much we went back the second night the staff are lovely - friendly, welcoming, and helpful the food is very good - i had the chicken skewer, and the...

We eat several meze dishes, all of which were fine and mostly authentic i.e. not Anglicized for the timid British palate. However, the baklava was rancid. I noticed it on the first bite and got my husband to try one. He immediately agreed. I called...

With the temperature at 30+ we headed to the Green Olive for a genuine Mediterranean experience. As some of you will know this is merely the latest chapter in my 10 year love affair with this establishment. So we sat outside and ordered our drinks,...

We went to the restaurant with our son as he works at Hinckley Point. OMG food was amazing!! Had the chicken skewers and husband had mixed grill. Both meals were absolutely perfect. Excellent will definately return on our next visit. Our son is a regular...

Lovely staff, great cocktails and really tasty food. Sat outside by the river and enjoyed freshly prepared authentic dishes which were delicious.

Only just discovered this place. Such really tasty food and nice atmosphere. Very happy to recommend and can't wait to revisit.

We were en route to Lynton and stopped for lunch at Bridgwater not really knowing what we’d find. After looking at a couple of other menus, this place, especially with its riverside setting really jumped out. It was very hot day and we were glad...

Soft drink I had was flat, food was underwhelming and oily. Best Bit was the Turkish delight at end!

Delicious food! 10/10 definitely recommend. The cocktails are amazing, the service was amazing, very kind and welcoming.

It's been 10 years now since myself and the wife started frequenting the Green Olive in Bridgwater. Testimony to its excellence is the fact that we keep going back. We went for Sunday lunch again today. The massive game changer is that I have recently...

Visited as a party of six. Greeted immediately and shown to our table. Ordered our drinks which came immediately and ordered our meals. Service was very quick and food full of flavour and well cooked. The children demolished their food top which isn't always the...

Went here for a celebration meal. Food is amazing and lovely friendly service. When they found out it was a birthday treat they even did a little cake. Well worth a visit.

Been using the green olive for 11 years now and never had a bad meal or poor service .erdal and his staff are first class hard working and friendly .the food is amazing and good size portions .the resturant was packed out last night that...

Calamari like chewy rubber. Tartare sauce with calamari? Don't think so. Borek had hardly any cheese inside and basically tasteless. Side salads swamped in oil. Minced lamb kebab lacked seasoning, dry, and pretty tasteless. The Turkish wine was nice however. Staff lovely and friendly, restaurant...

What a breath of fresh air. Even mid week it was pretty busy. The staff were very friendly. The service was prompt and the menu offered a great selection. Sadly we do not live nearby otherwise we would definitely return.

No prior booking, but warmly greeted by friendly staff. Great choice of food including mezze [ a bit like tapas ], all of which tasted delicious. Low alcohol turkish beer was a pleasant surprise and a good selection of deserts. Pleasant decor ,clean and tidy....

A party of 9 including 2 kids for Sunday lunch on my birthday. Just adore the food here, so fresh and tasty. Shared calamari, whitebait and a daily special. All mouthwatering. And must never forget the Lal Rose Wine, a reminder of so many happy...

Food and experience was incredible, staff were friendly and attentive, would definitely recommend, lots of options.

We ate as a family of 9 on New Year’s Eve. The food was fantastic, they had a varied menu. The staff were absolutely brilliant. I think our server was called Maria, she was so accommodating.

Table for 5 on a Sunday night. Nice friendly welcome, and given menus as we sat down. Ordered some bread and olives to keep us busy as we looked at menu. Drinks arrived very quickly. Fabulous bread. Food arrived very quickly and was beautifully presented...

I am not local to Bridgwater but staying in the area and decided to try this restaurant .The food was lovely but be warned they are huge portions so unless really hungry don't get a starter !!The staff where really nice and helpful i will...

My first time here. Came for a birthday meal. Heard it was good so had to try it out. Sadly I won't be trying it again. I don't know what is so Turkish about it, apart from the name of the meals perhaps. I thought...

Excellent find , lovely restaurant with great service. The restaurant was very clean and tidy, the menu had lots of choice and the food was cooked to perfection. Will definitely visit again ☺️

This restaurant was recommended to us by our hotel who also booked us a table and it was wonderful. The food, staff, location was just great. I have a mobility scooter which was able to be left just by the door out of the way....

Turkish food cooked magnificently by a Bulgarian chef for a Turkish owner! The serving staff were friendly, the meal was excellent and the place had a lovely atmosphere.

First night and visit to Bridgwater on a Friday. Booked on the day, had an early sitting which was ideal for catching up with family as we could chat freely. Table from 6.30-8pm, the next was at 8.45pm so worth making a booking early as...

Great restaurant that never lets us down Traveller982 from Bedford states he can have better Greek food in his home town. Pity he is ignorant of the fact that Turkey and Greece are very different countries! The owner is very professional & works so hard...

I simply booked a place we could walk to from the station. I had read the reviews but what would it be like? Personable and excellent staff and a very fine meal. Such a shame it had very few customers

We visited the restaurant based on the tripadvisor reviews. Service felt strange as the only person who was waiting the table could take the order, plus additional requirements such as drink etc. It was only when I asked were we served Turkish bread, at an...

Booked a table for 5.30pm as set menu advertised as available until 6pm on a Saturday. On being sat a table given normal al a carte menu. Asked if set menu available and advised not available. Disappointed before I even ordered. Food edible but nothing...

Delicious Mediterranean food, excellent service even though the restaurant was very busy. Staff were really friendly & so efficient. What's more is that we felt very covid safe & were distanced from other customers. We will definately be revisiting if ever in this part of...

We were delighted with the quality of the good and the great service at the Green Olive. We started with a mixed meze platter which was good. Followed with moussaka, mixed grill and a lamb dish. Desserts were also good. Baklava was excellent and well presented. Would definitely recommend. The restaurant was busy and we know why.

Once again erdal and staff gave us a fantastic evening .food and service was first class.hard to believe its been 10 years since it been open.allways a great meal and service thank you eardal and past and present staff .see you all soon .

The food was very poor indeed. The kebab had a lot of fat in it and made of poor quality meat. The rice with vegetables was as if it was uncle bens packet rice. The bread which accompanied the olives was very hard. All in all not very impressed. The staff were pleasant and courteous. The restaurant was clean and tidy.

Wow, first visit for a birthday, very popular so book early, fantastic service and amazing food, best meal I have had for a long time, will definitely be going back, first class

Fabulous family meal seven us ages from 73 to 11,- vegans and meat eaters - very efficient friendly service - extensive menu with lots of choices for all - spotless, comfortable restaurant- the food was delicious, cooked to perfection oozing with flavour and generous portions - we all rated the evening highly - definitely worth recommending- Best meal I’ve had since I became vegan, 4 years ago. Thank you green olive !

Simply perfect in every way: friendly welcome, efficient service, scrumptious food, fabulous atmosphere, highly recommended for a perfect dining experience. This is my second visit in 3 months and looking forward to my 3rd already 👍

I booked this restaurant as I like Turkish cuisine , the welcome was warm the food was excellent as was the service . I had a chicken dish called Chicken soutu a very nice tasty dish . My wife had a vegetarian dish with aubergines which she really enjoyed it . Well worth a visit Thank you

We turned up late at about 9pm to eat and they had no issues with that. I love the fact that people are happy to serve food no matter what time.The starters and mains were really good. So many choices!!! I would definitely go there again.Staff friendly and service was quick.

I’m still reflecting on whether it was worth the 65 minute wait for food because there was a party of 12 ahead of us and the restaurant was completely full. But the place is obviously that popular because the food, when it arrives, is excellent. We had 7 different mezze dishes between us - and they were all very good - liver, kofte, sausage, squid, halloumi especially. And, with a bottle of wine, £65 so excellent value too.

Wonderful food, ambience & service. The Green Olive has to be the best Greek/Turkish restaurant we’ve ever visited. We had the mixed hot starter which was delicious. Not being great fans of falafel, we left them to the end only to find they were delicious! Our main courses were exceptional. We’ll return when next in the area. Thank you

Excellent meze, great burger and chips from the kids menu, and cheesecake to die for. Perfect. Oh, and nice atmosphere too.

Once again we we visited for a long, lazy Sunday lunch. Apparently the evenings are crazy 7 days a week. Superb service as always. You'll struggle to get a booking for the evening service. It is that popular. Phone Ahead. At lunchtime just stroll in and enjoy the authentic Mediterranean ambience. Erdal will welcome you.

Food great as usual had fussy grandson with me who only likes choppy up carrots...girl who was doing his meal took the carrots out and sliced them up for him..she also went and got him some peas when he asked for those too..Food great service even better

Stayed at the Mecure Hotel which is a 5 minute walk from this lovely restaurant. I only wish I had eaten here for 2 nights as the Mecure Hotel Restaurant is a Marco Pierre White and we ate their on the second night and found this to be over priced and not worth the bother.Staff and owner are very friendly, polite, efficient and the food was plentiful tasty and very reasonably priced. We did return to this restaurant on the 2nd night for a few drinks which made up for the poor meal at the hotel.Thank you for a lovely couple of evenings.

Whilst working away, staying in a hotel close to the town centre, I decided on a takeaway from here based on the strong reviews. I’m quite familiar with Turkish food having a Turkish spouse so was quite keen to give it a go. I ordered online, which was nice and easy. Arrived in time for a swift half of EFES whilst I was waiting. The greeting and service was nice. Friendly, professional and with the relaxed charm I’ve experienced so many times in Turkiye.The food was excellent! I had the green beans, babaganush, potato salad and charcoal chicken. Without doubt one of the best, if not the best, takeaway meals I’ve had. If in the area again, I will eat in for sure. Excellent food and service.

Good atmosphere in this full and high quality restaurant. Food was excellent and service outstanding. Good selection of dishes to choose from and a very good value wine list. Make sure you book in advance and be prepared for a rewarding experience.

Wow had a fantastic meal here Very busy could only get a table at 6pm Rest of evening fully booked Food was amazing as was service Very friendly and attentativeWe also had cocktails these we very nice and properly made very strong Will definitely be coming back Thank you so much for such a lovely evening

Turned up without a booking on Friday night the restaurant was busy but managed to get a table. Very glad we did.Delicious food, lovely staff, nice location. Excellent experience all round.

Visiting Bridgwater on our "Staycation" and booked this fabulous restaurant ahead of our visit. It was a Thursday evening and there was a wonderful friendly and fun atmosphere. Alisha served us and the menu choice was extensive, we opted for the chicken Sarhosh, it was worth the stated "30 minute" wait as it was a superb dish. Definately recommend a visit and we will go again if ever in this part of the world.

Garlic prawns excellent wine fantisc what more can I say just a early supper support filled the gap won’t eat till morning

Our dinner at the Green Olive was a delight. The staff were very friendly and the food was great. If we return to Bridgwater we will definitely come again.

Those of you who read these things will recognise my nom de plume as a regular contributor to reviews of this 5 star rated restaurant. After an age of lock down my wife and I ventured out for the first time in nearly a year. Last August ourselves plus brother and sister in law took advantage of the government's "Eat Out To Help Out" to have a long, lazy lunch outside by the river.On this occasion it was just myself and the wife. We arrived at 12 noon opening time and were greeted by proprietor Erdal. The weather was not up to scratch so we were seared inside by the window. Drinks were soon ordered. For my wife a bottle of the Turkish white Çankaya. I had the red Villa Doluça, also Turkish. Ekmek ( warm Turkish bread) and olives soon followed. We settled in.For starters the wife had the grilled halloumi ( in Turkish Hellim). I opted for the Suçuk Izgara, a grilled Turkish garlic sausage. As a main wife went for the "Salsa Rosa" chicken breast bite size pieces in a Creamy tomato and mushroom sauce. She chose chips as the accompaniment, golden and attractive, not quite the skinny French Fry nor the big English Chipshop chip. Something in the middle and perfect. I had the pan fried lamb liver from the specials board. It's my treat when I come here as the spouse and I have differing views on the merit of offal. It's cut into small appetising stripes rather than served as a whole. The sides accompaniment was Rice and salad. The plate was empty when collected by the attentive staff.Time for a half hour break until the Wine bottles were empty. Then we were offered the desert menu. We both went down the Chocolate and ice cream route. For the girl I married many years ago it was the warm chocolate fondant with ice cream, strawberries and raspberries. For me it was the new Islak Kek. An improbably rich chocolate cake with the same company on the dish. We both agreed that if you wish to hasten the onset of type 2 then the Islak is the choice.The meal was concluded with the usual Turkish coffee and raki and, for my wife, a very strange experience at the ladies facility. For the interested amongst you I will keep this purely factual with no dramatisation. As sometimes happens during busy times a small queue of 3 formed. One kady gave up, my wife and impromptu companion persevered. The sound of somebody trying to turn the lock from the inside was clearly heard by both. Then the warm air hand dryer activated. That stopped and the lock was tried again from the inside. Then silence.Somewhat concerned, she who must be obeyed, knocked and asked "All OK in there?" - silence. She sought assistance and a male member of staff produced a flat head screw driver and triggered the emergency mechanism to allow entry. This being a distant issue he asked the Mrs to do the honours. She opened the door and entered. She found - NOBODY, nada, rings, nothing.This was witnessed by he cross legged companion and the male member of staff wielding the screw driver. I leave you to draw your own conclusions bu should you choose to visit Erdal will confirm the story.The building is ancient and much of English violent history has centred around Bridgwater. Did you know that Cromwell was nearly killed here TWICE during the Civil War? Only yards from the Green Olive.I leave you to draw your own conclusions but can once again recommend the Green Olive as a ***** authentic Mediterranean experience with the added interest of a traditional Bridgwater ghost story .

Fantastic meals and service very busy for a Tuesday night so that tells you something. Meals were perfect and the service friendly and first class. Erdal and staff never fail to serve up a top class meal thank you erdal and staff will see you all soon. Goruzuruz arkadass

On an overnight post lockdown trip to Bridgwater we wanted a long awaited meal out. Open on a Monday evening the Green Olive was perfect. The seating was well spaced and the decor attractive. The staff were excellent. The menu choice was very good and the food fresh and well cooked. We had the vegetarian kebab and chargrilled chicken with veg rice which was gorgeous. Very well priced and all in all a lovely experience.....just wish I lived nearer and could visit again!

We were looking for somewhere to eat on an overnight stay at the Premier Inn and we were not disappointed. Very comprehensive menu catering for all tastes and delicious well prepared food. There is a list of cocktails £7.50 a shot if that is your persuasion. The tables were well spaced and we felt comfortable in view of the current restrictions. Booking is an absolute must. Just a shame this restaurant is not in Pembrokeshire!

ordered some food for take away and it was of really of a good standards. The staff are really lovely and service was a top notch. Highly recommend..

Thank you so much for our lovely take away Valentines meal, everything was perfect once again, cannot wait for lockdown to end so we can visit your restaurant again for your wonderful cuisine & friendly service.

Remotely visited the Green Olive and collected two delicious meals. One Fish extravaganza and one meaty Delight, both exquisite. Spice up your life with a Rake Away from this terrific restaurant and help to keep them afloat. Oh and the Sticky Toffee Fudge dessert was scrumptious.

Once again erdal and staff provided a fantastic lunch and service. Food was up to their very high standards and service was first class. We'll set up for the corona virus tables spaced and staff with face visors. Thank you erdal and staff

Really great food and nice to sit outside on a sunny day.A great place for lunch and has a good variety of items to choose from.Everything very tasty and fresh.

The takeaway food is as fabulous as the restaurant meals. Super quick delivery and service with a smile. Amazing, we will definitely order again.

The welcome you get is as special as the food and service you get at The Green Olive, its my Wife & My favourite Restaurant in Bridgwater. The menu is excellent and varied, from meze to sumptuous main meals ......... Thoroughly recommend it

As always, the food was delicious and atmosphere buzzing in Green Olive.It was the night before lockdown 2.0 and they were very busy which was so good to see. We ordered from the set menu, 2 courses for £16. The food was fresh, yummy and filling. Can't wait to visit again after lockdown!

Excellent Greek restaurant, which was a little hard to find, but worth the trouble. Lovely food, lots of it, helpful staff and very Covid aware. We would go again in a heartbeat!

Well worth a visit if you like Mediterranean food. Everything id different these days with COVID but the restaurant does its best and we were both happy with the meal.