Olive Grove Bistro in Bassetlaw

My new wife and I visited this lovely little Mediterranean hide out in worksop.Staff were first class so polite and helpful, the food was even better.We really enjoyed the visit, the pizza was out of this world and the price was more than reasonable.Will definitely visit again.Such a friendly place !

A very enjoyable meal out once again at the olive grove in Worksop. We have visited many times and again it didn’t disappoint. On a very mild June evening we entered a very busy bistro but were seated immediately. A good menu to choose from but a shame it was on what looked like home printed A4 paper and was difficult to read. The food arrived promptly apart from one of our group not getting theirs , but this error was quickly and efficiently dealt with. Everything was very nice and the portions of a good size. Would recommend a visit if you have never been.

What a lovely place to relax and enjoy a good meal. Really friendly place to visit and the food was amazing great quality and great portions.

Visited the olive grove on Saturday afternoon with a friend.Felt very safe as our temperature was taken on arrival and track and trace completed. The waitress that served us was very friendly and very helpful. We both had tapas and couldn’t eat it all, and she even offered to box it up for us to take with us.The food was absolutely delicious as always. Will be back soon

Visited here with my friend for tapas again. We have had a number of visits over the years and it's always been good. There's a dedicated vegan menu now which has great choices. The staff were also knowledgeable and gave advice on choices. My friend isn't vegan. He enjoyed a mixed tapas of meat, fish and cheese. I had vegan menu options arancini, caccitore and patatas bravas.. delicious. The wine was good and the service was pleasant. It would've been nice to sit in the courtyard but this option wasn't available. We've been a few times. Im sure we will be back

Very unprofessional approach to their booking system.Booked a table for 7 on 20th August for 5th Sept. Received confirmation of table on 20th August from Jayne.Request to change the booked by 1/2 an hour on 2nd September. Received confirmation on 3rd Sept asking for £5 a head deposit immediately. I didn’t see this email because it was my wedding therefore arrived with my guests on the 5th only to be told that I didn’t have a table because I didn’t pay the deposit. This is the second time that we have arrived only to find no table. This was incredibly inconvenient especially in a Saturday night when everything is fully booked. Fortunately we found an amazing Indian restaurant around the corner where the owner rearranged his restaurant to squeeze our party in. The food was amazing too. Don’t book this restaurant because you cannot rely on their actually being a table for you.If you do get stuck visit Jhinook Indian Restaurant the food is amazing there.

Have been numerous times and it never fails to deliver. Love this place and its like a little piece of the Mediterranean on the doorstep. Can't wait to retur.

Love this place and the tapas is fantastic , friendly and efficient staff, family meal booked in already

After covid my partner and I were cautious returning to the restaurant scene. We came on a busy evening and had our temperatures taken before we went inside. The menu is better than ever thanks to the additional vegan options, which are delicious. It was a safe and welcoming atmosphere and we look forward to returning soon

I visited recently with friends for my first meal out since the Covid-19 lockdown. I was really impressed with the safety and distancing measures put in place. All our temperatures were taken on arrival, there were plastic screens between each of the tables and all staff members were wearing masks. Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meals. I’m vegan and Olive Grove already had vegan options on my previous two visits, but they had recently brought out a new vegan menu with more options. I had three tapas dishes: the garlic mushrooms, Spanish potatoes and artichoke arancini. All three dishes were absolutely delicious. It was the first time I’d tried the artichoke arancini, I’d definitely recommend! The portion sizes of the mushrooms and potatoes were also very generous. The staff are always lovely, very attentive and polite. The Olive Grove is beautifully decorated and has a lovely feel to it, there is also a nice outdoor seating area for the summer. It’s my favourite restaurant to visit in Worksop - we’ll definitely be back.

Excellent food, great atmosphere, reasonable prices and friendly attentive staff, good for families young and old

Came here for an evening meal of Tapas in early February - packed restaurant; excellent food and good service. Would highly recommend!

This place is a real find; the surroundings and setting let you forget that you are in the centre of Worksop. The staff are friendly, the food, choice and service are good, and I will definitely return. I look forward to sitting in the Mediterranean looking courtyard in the summer.

Went here last Friday for a work night out. We had pre-ordered our food and there were no issues with this. Service was excellent and friendly. I was really looking forward to having tapas as I haven't had it for ages since I was in Spain. The beetroot and goats cheese salad was gorgeous, blue cheese mushrooms were great and the spinach and feta pie was lovely. I thought the portions were generous and it certainly lived up to my experiences of Spanish tapas. A couple in our group ordered lasagne which looked amazing and I'm told it was delicious. We also ordered a couple of bread baskets which come with oil for dipping. Some ordered puddings which looked divine. I don't drink but there seemed to be a good selection for those who do. The atmosphere of the place is lovely, really special. It's bigger than you might think but it feels really Mediterranean and cosy. The loo could do with upgrading a bit but it was clean. This was my first visit here but it certainly won't be my last. I've already recommended it to several people.

What a super surprise, very nice food, great service, lovely drinks. We all loved our meal. Thank you will be back

Gorgeous, gorgeous gorgeous!! Food is delicious, served in a little taverna type restaurant, reasonably priced, excellent service.

This is not only the best restaurant in Worksop by a million miles, it is also by a million miles the best restaurant that Worksop has ever had. Great food, great buzzy atmosphere, friendly service and great value fot money. Actual, real flavoursome food (so difficult to find in the area), with some dishes that are simply sensational. If this were in London it would be a trendy hotspot and 4x the price. The best place to eat in Worksop bar none.

Fabulous food, lovely surroundings, professional staff. Much nicer than similar restaurants in the area. Would definitely recommend.

We visit as often as possible. The food is consistently of a high standard, full of flavour, well presented and fairly priced. The atmosphere both inside the Bistro and (weather permitting) in the garden filled with cascading plants, is comfortable and relaxed. The staff are always friendly and obliging. We fully recommend this taste of the Mediterranean.

Food - overpriced and average. Bread had mould on and pizza tiny for the price. Tapas - don’t bother make the effort and go to Cubana’s in Sheffield - it’s cheaper, tastier, more authentic and bigger portions.

Visited here last night for the first time, absolutely loved it, atmosphere and service really good. The tapas was delicious, so tasty would highly recommend and will defiantly visit again soon.

Had lunch here on our anniversary while on holiday, we went for a selection of Tapas. Not a bad word all the dishes were full of flavor.

Went with girlfriends for tea, service good, food lovely and prices fair. Good place to go for good food at reasonable prices

Was really looking forward to visiting here as I'd heard great things. Myself and my partner ordered a few tapas dishes and a camembert. The quality of the food was as if it had been bought from aldi and slapped on a fancy plate. The lady serving was nice but found out that she was actually a chef and had minimum serving experience, I could tell this by her nervous nature. No fault of her own but management for having to put her in that situation. Where was the GM on an evening like this?! Would have commented if we were checked back on but she clearly didn't have time and that wasn't her fault.

Been meaning to pop in for a while, popped in for lunch with the wife. Food and service excellent! Will definitely be back! 5 stars. Many thanks.

We have been here a few times but tonight was absolutely amazing. The tapas is so tasty and well priced. The pizzas are full of flavour and exceptional value. Friendly staff, happy customers and a warm atmosphere. We will travel an hour to visit again.

Gorgeous food, a great night with friends or for a couple I’ve been a few times now and will definitely go back again. Friendly staff.

Had dinner here and have been raving about it ever since. Beautiful food, ambiance and staff. Extremely reasonable prices too - what more could you ask.

Catch up with good old friends really wanted to sit outside in this hidden gem of Worksop but the good old English weather put a dampner to that!!

Food good but five pounds for a pint of larger which was out of cans was a bit steep in my opinion !

Really enjoyed a couple of hours in the courtyard drinking wine and eating tapas. Would definitely recommend and would return if I'm ever back in Worksop.

Simply love this hidden gem on the high street. The chorizo sherry potatoes are fantastic!! It’s a family favourite here, very accommodating with gluten free food too. We have had to pre-order with a larger family gathering (10 people) but that wasn’t a problem as it made the evening flow seamlessly & we could concentrate on chatting! Would recommend a visit here.

Tiny place but clean with great food. Really enjoyed our meal there, the restaurant itself is cute and bijou with spanish tiled tables and lots of atmosphere. Had a really good meal here, great food, great choice and really good value for money. The coffee is lovely xx

Visited this evening, I have to say it was the most delicious, authentic tapas I've had the pleasure of eating! Absolute little treasure of a restaurant - my new fave place to eat!!

We are regulars here, a fantastic atmosphere with great service. Best of all the food is amazing. Tried nearly all of the tapas dishes and loved every one. A must visit. ...book though as very popular.

MY wife and I popped into the olive grove on the off chance for a light lunch.Lovely Food and excellent service

I must start by saying we've been here before and it has been better but this time was a real let down. Service is fine no complaints there. Food just wasn't up.to scratch. Patatas bravas sauce is all wrong. Just tomato sauce which isn't what it should be. Need finishing with some aioli too but it wasn't. Same with lots of other dishes. All ok but just not close to been tapas. I don't expect 100% authenticity but this just missed the mark.

I've had many friends recommend Olive Grove over the years. I finally went for lunch yesterday and then for a meal this afternoon / evening! The restaurant is nicely decorated with very friendly staff. The food is lovely - and very filling. I now realise why so many of my family and friends go back; I would definitely recommend!

Recently visited with my mum. It was a sunny day and sat at the only table in the sunshine. The tables outside were dirty/dusty would of thought will the improvement in the weather that they would be cleaned so they are suitable for diners wanting to sit outside. The courtyard is decorated with pots and plants however I feel that it was in a good need of pruning.

We have eaten here years ago and enjoyed the food, but this time the tapas was on the whole over cooked and dry, the meat tasted as if it was precooked and then added to the sauces later, resulting in the meat being dry and chewy and the sauce not soaking into it.

Snook in a little alley stands this small taste of the Mediterranean. Authentic decoration and surroundings that makes you think you could be actually there apart from it beinf chilly outside! Food was delicious and reasonably priced. Not a large choice on the menu is the one negative. Very friendly staff. Will definitely go back and could sit out in the courtyard in the summer

First time here. Loved it we were a large group of 17 the food came out in good time and all hot. The choice was plenty and the quality was very good. Definitely will be back

Hidden gem in the heart of Worksop, a small town in Nottinghamshire.

On the 13th February me and my better half decided to try the Olive Grove Bistro in Worksop after hearing very positive feedback from word of mouth from friends and colleagues. Well what a great breath of fresh air from a dreary and let's be honest dying Worksop town...as we headed down the alleyway/courtyard and approached the establishment we forgot we were in Worksop and instead felt we were abroad! We were greeted straight away in a friendly and warm manner by Martyn who found us a table nearest the kitchen (my favourite place to sit *chuckles*) and the smells bellowing out of the kitchen were divine. The authentic Italian beer on tap was refreshing whilst we decided what to have; we noticed a Buy 3 tapas dishes offer had decided on the honey and sesame seed halloumi and the hummus with olives and sunkissed tomatoes but couldn't decide on the 3rd dish so we let Martyn recommend a dish which was the chicken and chorizo skewer ...GREAT CHOICE! Happy tongues and mouths whilst we waited for our mains. I opted for the Sausage Lasagne whilst my better half ordered the Tagliatelle Carbonara. The mozzarella on mine was to die for and the flavours were very nice; the carbonara so I was told was very nice as well and commented the sauce wasn't too thick or too thin, just right! Both meals complete with proper garlic ciabatta bread. We WILL be returning

They have tapas and pizzas available, 3 tapas for £13:95. So ordered one of each between myself and my colleague. Our pizza was about 9inch size and crispy with goats cheese and vegetables I retrospectively asked for garlic but already in oven so too late. The tapas to share were potatoes bravas, mushrooms and halloumi, which were OK.They came on plates That Would have been better if warm, so the food on top did cool down rather quickly, Making us try rush to eat food before it went cold. Maybe warm plates is a good idea for future? Or should we ask first.? But it was freezing temperatures outside,and place itself warm &ecosystem; enough.Waitress was nice & friendly.

Me and my husband decided to give this place a try after hearing such positive comments and I'm so pleased we did!

We asked the waitress for recommendations on how much tapas and food to order and then took her advice. An absolutely enormous quantity of food was brought out, most of it precooked and reheated. Most went to waste and what we did eat was very poor quality.

Fantastic meal very tasty. Not cheap but well worth it. Food is fresh and tasty. As well as plenty of choice

What can I say, just an off the cuff booking made tonight but a fab little bistro. Nicely tucked away off the high street you could have been anywhere. The food was fantastic and the chap working was really pleasant. Tonight will be the first of many visits.

Good range of tapas type dishes, unpretentious cosy feeling, staff pretty attentive. Mixed range of offerings to eat, none mind blowing but still very tasty. Decent wines and beers. Best place to eat in Worksop

Met up with a friend for lunch and a catch up - gorgeous food! Nice place, friendly hosts - can you come and open one of these in Newark please. Excellent food, can't rate it highly enough, Thank you

We had an anniversary celebration here and loved the Tapas selection. Great service and nice atmosphere too

What a gem of a place fabulous food lovely staff couldn’t fault anything can definitely recommend the tapas

This was the fourth time we have visited the Olive Grove, and they never fail to satisfy. The owners and staff are polite and knowledgable and the food is first class. We’re already looking forward to our next visit

We were in Worksop for the weekend so decided to give this restaurant a go. We arrived without a reservation on Saturday night and were lucky to get the last table. We were quickly seated and order taken. We opted for 3 tapas and a pizza between two. Food was pretty swift to arrive. All was very tasty, baked goats cheese was our favourite. We had to pop up to the bar to order a second round of drinks. All in all we enjoyed the meal, though did feel the tapas was a little expensive for what it was. However we didn't mind as we were having a weekend away and attending the restaurant was a special occasion.

This review is a little late so apology’s. We held our baby boys Christening ‘after party’ at The Olive Grove in July.

Our first visit and was very impressed by the Tapas. Really good choice and all very well cooked. Desserts were fab!! Would definitely recommend and look forward to visiting again.

first time visit and four generations enjoyed an excellent family lunch with tasty large portions of various tapas. Everything very good and will certainly return

Good value tapas. Very nice patio garden. Independent. We had some wine and tapas. Good size portions. We had 6 dishes which came to £30 and was a good portion for two. Friendly service. Nice environment. Hidden from view in the middle of Worksop high street.

Staff lovely, food gorgeous (& generous portions too). 6 had lasagne & 2 of us had tapas (blue cheese mushrooms, paprika chicken, potatoes & choritzo plus chilli king prawns) Everyone thoroughly enjoyed their orders. This is probably my 5th visit & one of my favourite places to eat. Thanks xx

Fabulous place that I only found out about a few years ago that never disappoints. Fantastic food and service, always welcoming and helpful. Lovely relaxed atmosphere and if I didn’t know I was in Worksop I would think I was abroad , would definitely recommend

First visit last night to this absolute hidden gem of a restaurant! Service is excellent, all the meals arrived at the same time. This was always going to be difficult as we had ordered tapas and meals from the specials board. The blue cheese mushrooms are amazing and have to be my all time favourite dish! Thank you for a wonderful evening.

Happened upon this place while out in Worksop and what a great find it was! Ordered a mix of tapas dishes and they were all delicious! Service was very good and really friendly. Will definitely be going back!

What an amazing place tucked away in worksop. Amazing food amazing staff would highly recommend. Carnt wait to go back.

Quick trip to the Olive Grove whilst car was Fixed. James, Jordan and Jayne combined to serve cold refreshing drink along with nice pizza bread with Goats Chees and Caramaliased Onion.

Visited here as a large party on Saturday afternoon, sat outside, which is lovely except for the amount of wasps that wouldn't leave us alone. Maybe some strategically placed insect killers would help or a can of wasp spray! Food was ok, a lot of it looked and tasted like it was brought in and not homemade. Choices of soft drinks limited.

Visited at lunchtime on Friday before heading to cinema for the new Mamma Mia film - just to get us in the mood. The tapas mix of cold and warm dishes was really very good. The tomato brochette was particularly flavoursome, but the whole mix was tasty and good value. Service was friendly and overall the experience was very enjoyable.

After being a champion of the Olive grove and how consistently good the food and service was, i visited at night and was told i had to sit outside which wasn't a problem, but rain was imminent and i asked what if it rains the waitress informed me that it was my problem as all the tables inside were booked. The people weren't at the table but they were booked. We ordered our food and a drink the food which normally comes out quickly and together came intermittently and we sat for at least 5 minutes. After our food arrived i never saw a waitress again so even though I wanted another drink, i didn't get one before leaving and paying. I don't know if it has changed hands but it wasn't up to its usual standard. Will now think twice about returning.

If you like tapas, this place is fantastic. So many different tastes and flavours, got to be in my opinion, the best restaurant in Worksop. Well recommended and well worth a visit if you've never been before.

Nice little restaurant with friendly staff and a good vibe. Tapas was good with a nice selection, the lamb meatballs were excellent. Would recommend this little bistro for an evening dining with a difference.

My sister in law booked a table for 5 of us during another red hot weekend but despite it seeming tables being available elsewhere we were shown to a small rear room which was unbearably hot. We asked if there was somewhere else we could sit bit apparently this want possible.

Hungry and thirsty in a desert of a town finding this little oasis was wonderful! The situation transported us to an Italian village. Sitting eating a delicious artisan pizza with a glass of chilled Sauvignon in a delightful flower filled, sun trapped courtyard was heavenly! Brilliant food and service.

We chanced upon this cosy little place tucked away off the beaten track. Food is delicious and service is friendly. Love the outdoor space in the beautiful sunshine

Stumbled across this last Saturday and got the last outside table. Delightful place. Not sure why we hadn't spotted it before but we will be back. Nicely done inside and out. The service and food were faultless. Many thanks.

Great night out, slightly spoiled by the disgusting cheapo Italian Merlot. No self-respecting restaurant should stoop so low as to serve sub - £4 a bottle plonk at around £14 a bottle. They need to pull their socks up because this will probably lose them customers regardless of the excellent food and service.

We were only in Worksop for two nights and feared that we might be stuck for choice from a selection of mediocrities.

Enjoyed a pizza and lasagna , well cooked and tasty , with ample amounts .Very nice surroundings for a outside hot summer evening , patio surrounded by plants and colour .

Visited with my sister and her family. Good food and friendly service. Will visit again sometime soon.

I sat with the dog in the lovely courtyard of this little haven on a sunny lunchtime, and really enjoyed my food. What a lovely little haven in a rather depressing town centre!

Hidden away but once you enter you are transported from Worksop to a Mediterranean venture! The decor is traditional and a relaxed, Spanish vibe is created. A tad cosy due to limited space, the food here is some of the best tapas I’ve had. 3-4 dishes per person is a good amount (for those with a hearty appetite). The food is extremely tasty and the sangria made me feel as though I was back on holiday! Book to avoid disappointment due to the size of the place but you’re in for a treat.

Visited the Olive Grove on valentines day with my partner after struggling to find somewhere nice to have our valentines meal.

Food was lovely. We had tapas and all of it was excellent! Staff were helpful and service was quick. We will return soon!

First time at the Olive Grove last night and we were really impressed with the food and service. Portion sizes were generous. Six portions were more than enough for two hungry adults. I can recommend the beef tagine. The wine was reasonably priced at £13 ish a bottle.

The Olive Grove is one of the few good things present in Worksop (although things are looking up). We'd seen the great reviews and finally got round to paying a couple of visits.

We had a fabulous meal here with some wonderful dishes to chose from with a real Mediterranean feel. The decor is great and it feels like you could be in Italy once inside. It was a busy Friday night but staff we great. Very helpful and attentive. Lovely selection of wines. Lots of great dishes to compose from. Can't wait to return.

Lovely after work treat with friend , waiter helped us choose from menu and dishes brought out quickly lovely relaxed atmosphere will def return for the pittza which looked amazing

Our first proper afternoon ‘off’ since the arrival of the little man allowed us a well earned visit. Lovely ‘secret’ off of Bridge Street, pleasant courtyard (although it was covered in snow, I’m sure is delightful in spring/summer). Nice inside, very welcoming. More than enough...

There's nothing nicer than finding a little gem where you least expect to!

8 family members went for my 70th birthday on Saturday evening. What a fantastic evening we all had. The service by Destiny and Martin was excellent. The food arrived exactly as ordered; piping hot and delicious. Our vegetarian and gluten free members were well taken...

Good restaurant nice atmosphere and service. Cute outside area and authentic cuisine. Small for large parties but lovely for a romantic soirée. Inside is cramped but fine for couples. Food predictably good.

Have visited the olive grove many times and can’t say I’ve ever had a bad visit! The food is amazing... definitely recommend the tapas, so tasty and a very reasonable price! The wine selection is always fab and the service is always spot on, everyone is so friendly and nothing is too much trouble.

We have visited several times since my last review. The service and food are both still excellent. It's the perfect place to eat with family or meet with friends. I have never had a bad night/meal here. Couldn't think of a single thing that needs to be improved.

Another lovely visit to this friendly little bistro. The atmosphere, decor and surroundings make you feel you have escaped. Friendly staff and a great choice of food. The quality of the food is second to none and good value for money. Don’t understand the one star review. I know many people who have been and continue to frequent this amazing place. Please don’t be put off by one bad review, try it you will be back again and again.

Booked a leaving meal for a colleague at lunchtime- was my first visit and really loved the atmosphere. You wouldn’t think you were just off bridge street in Worksop! Accommodating staff and the home made pizza was great, well topped and nice thin base. Would definitely visit again. Good to eat somewhere with a bit of individuality.

Highly recommend but book in advance.

Pizza like from Tesco. Tapas nothing special. Coffee like water. I will not visit again. I think they made it food from frozen products. No recommended at all.

First time at the olive grove but will be returning as soon as possible.The food was excellent and the service could not be any better.Altough it is tucked away off Bridge street I would advise anybody to try this wonderful little establishment for great food and service,the food is on a par if not better than the Cubantapasbar in Sheffield and so much easier to get to.love Nina and Brian Cox

Lovely place great food , nice staff , good value for money,I would highly recommend it for couples, families, party’s .

Ate here with friends on Saturday night, what a little gem, tucked away in a courtyard, fabulous decor, very Mediterranean, menu was plentiful, staff were happy to advise on specials and portion sizes and the food tasted divine, very helpful and accommodating, reasonably priced, will absolutely be returning and would definitely recommend!

We visited with our friendsMy wife and I shared the tapas which was excellent Staff very friendly and helpful, nice cosy feel to the bistroOutside seating area so dog owners can visitMenu and specials - I could have picked numerous thinks.Recommend