Olivo in Guildford

We had a wonderful time here! Definitely recommend trying Arancini fritti, calamari, and guazzetto di salmone. For desserts, tortino profumo was heavenly 🥰 And Iona was a such sweet waitress, thank you for accommodating us!

Thanks Tom & team for the excellent service

What an amazing place! And awesome service from Mattia!!! The food was delicious, beautifully served, and just fantastic! Mattia was friendly, professional and an absolute pleasure to be around! We will definitely be back!!

5 Stars – A Truly Memorable Dining Experience! From the moment we walked in, everything about this restaurant was exceptional. The ambience was warm and inviting, with just the right balance of elegance and comfort. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive without being overbearing. The food? It's absolutely phenomenal. Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and bursting with flavour. From the appetizers to the dessert, each bite was a delight. You can tell the chefs put real passion into their craft. Highly recommend this place for a date night, celebration, or just treating yourself to a top-tier meal. I’ll definitely be coming back soon!

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Absolutely the best restaurant in Guildford! Olivo never disappoints. The atmosphere is always welcoming, and the service is truly top-notch. I have to give a special shoutout to the spaghetti vongole — hands down one of the best I’ve ever had! Fresh, full of flavour, and perfectly cooked every time. And a huge thank you to Gianni — one of the best Italian servers in Guildford! He brings such charm, warmth, and professionalism to every visit. It’s people like him who make dining at Olivo such a memorable experience. Highly recommend to anyone looking for authentic Italian food and impeccable service. Grazie mille, Olivo! 🇮🇹🍝

Had a wonderful lunch here sat outside on the terrace. The pasta was delicious and the service was friendly and very efficient!

Overpriced for average food with suboptimal service automatically charged at 15%.

Visited here yesterday for a dear friends belated birthday lunch and it was amazing. We had the 2 course lunch deal with coffee. The food was fresh, tasty, no complaints and the service was fantastic! The staff all circled round and sang happy birthday with the yummiest tiramisu, which we all enjoyed. Thank you!

Tip top lunch at Olivo! We had the black Angus carpaccio and the tomahawk steak - wonderfully tender and cooked perfectly 👌🏼 staff made an effort to look after us and make us feel at home. Will be coming back soon!!

Yummy food and great service! 007🙌🏻

Our manager Tom has done an amazing service and recomanded the steak and the homemade lasagna. Excelent food.

Very tasty food. Choice of set menu dishes was great and it tasted great.

very nice service and food！Calamari is the best！

Lovely little venue let down by the poor food and service

Overall poor. Got seated to a nice table by a window overlooking the church - served water and got settled, to then be asked to move because 'the manager said I have to'. Not the waiters fault, but not a great start. The table we were moved to was cold and next to the waiter station. Peach Bellini was nice but not a peach Bellini at all, some red fruit puree with 'fizz' served in a large wine glass with ice. We ordered scallops and octopus to start - both came with very gloopy, starchy purées and the seafood didn't taste fresh. Then we had the lobster linguine, despite it clearly saying for two, the waitress seemed confused we weren't ordering another main - odd. Main dish was fine, sauce was nice however the lobster was overcooked. Overall very disappointing, especially considering the bill totalled £115+. For the quality of food and service we received, we felt it was poor value for money. We were very much looking forward to trying here after seeing the great reviews but left very confused as to how this place receives such great ratings. Would recommend Positano instead, certainly won't be returning here.

The blonde woman that I assume is the host totally ruined my experience. She was rude in her manner, short with us and made it very difficult for us to pay separately for the meal we had. She looked me up and down and kept whispering some comments to the male that was standing next to her. Front of house is clearly not for her as the birthday experience we had with the waiter upstairs was totally disregarded after how we were treated by her! Follow up! We were genuinely shocked to read your response, as it appears you’ve confused us with another group entirely. We did not argue about charges, demand compensation, or behave in the way you described. Your account of our visit is completely inaccurate. Seems like the response is fake to mislead the customers- please check other responses! What’s even more upsetting is the tone and manner in which you’ve chosen to speak to paying customers. Rather than addressing the actual concerns raised, you’ve chosen to publicly accuse us of dishonesty and effectively ban us from returning—based on a situation that never happened. It’s deeply disappointing to be treated this way, and we’ll be letting others know about our experience. We would strongly advise anyone considering a visit to think twice. P.S. it seems like you are the exact same woman that was so mean to me during the visit so no wonder you cannot take the criticism. I can reassure you, we were a group of 8 in early February so clearly you were highly dismissive to different customers you confused us with. Please stay away from this place as this is just ridiculous!

A warm and cozy Italian restaurant

16 of us came to Olivo after my son’s christening, and sat on a big table in a room of its own. We had the most wonderful lunch, eating delicious pasta, drinking chianti and chatting the Sunday away! I had the sausage and mushroom truffle pappardelle and it was exquisite. But the most memorable thing about our time here was the service. It’s not easy looking after a large table of people but we were waited on by Mattia and I’ve got to say, he absolutely made the whole experience! He made it seem easy! His manner, attentiveness, and desire to make it the best lunch for us was all so appreciated and Olivo restaurant are lucky to have this man working there! Thank you so much Mattia!

Lobster pasta is amazing, both the taste and texture. Friendly service from the staffs as well: the waitress when we make orders, Ismail when we finish and pay, and another staff who took me upstairs and show me the Tudor structure of the house.

Our family really enjoy the amazing food. Ismail is really friendly and welcoming. Definitely recommended!

The experience at Olivo was absolutely wonderful! Our waiter, Bogdan, was exceptionally kind, attentive, and friendly. He truly helped create a warm and welcoming atmosphere and made us feel genuinely pampered. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for the impeccable service! We will definitely be coming back!

Thank you for such an amazing meal. Great atmosphere. We will definitely be back when we are next in Guildford. Our waiter Ismail was lovely and looked after us :)

We really loved sitting outside Olivos. Bogdan particularly was so accommodating. We had our young baby and he set the table and went out of our way to make us feel comfortable. He was very responsive and attentive and excellent customer service all round. Food and drink were superb! A very good set menu indeed and the aperol spritz as house white were excellent. Thank you Olivos (and Bogdan!)

We first had a meal at Olivo around 16 years ago and it is just as good as we remembered. We had a beautiful meal from the Lunch set menu which was extremely good value for money given the high quality of the food and with plenty of choice. As a Coeliac it’s also great to find Italian restaurants that have gluten free pasta and are happy to adapt their dishes. Ismael our server was very attentive. We can highly recommend.

Everything was really good. Thank you for Bogdan, he was very helpful abd friendly.

Food was lovely but the service was appauling. We think they forgot our order and then became a bit arsey when we asked where our food was and that it had taken over an hour to get our starter

We had a great dining experience at this restaurant. The food was of high quality and the portions were generous. The service was excellent, especially from the waiter named himself 007—he was attentive , humours and friendly throughout. The value for money is impressive, making it a place I would definitely recommend to others.

Really delicious food in a lovely spot, feels like we're on holiday! Great service from Bogdan, thank you!

Delicious food and great service by Bogdan!

Excellent service and food! Bogdan was super attentive 😊

Great food and great service from Bogdan, thank you, carpaccio was delicious

Lovely restaurant with lovely staff. I also recommend this to friends who are visiting Guildford!

We recently had a very nice lunch at Olivo, a lovely restaurant in Guildford. The food was delicious, the ambience delightful (much like being in Italy!), and the service was very good. Our waiter, Mattia, was particularly helpful and attentive.

Best Italian restaurant I've been in. The tortellini was amazing. Service was spot on. Lovely place.

Beautiful food in a beautiful location! Highly recommended!

Went to Olivo this weekend and felt like I had a little trip to Italy! The sunny weather, outdoor seating, music, and drinks menu all added to the vibe. We had the lunch set menu; great value and super filling. Big thanks to Ismail for his friendly service and fun energy. He even remembered me from last time! Can’t wait to go back.

Great evening out! Food was incredible and the service was great. Can thoroughly recommend the seafood pasta and will be heading back to try all the dishes I didn't have space for!

Amazing food from this Italian restaurant. Nice portion sizes too. Tom and the other waiter were all extremely welcoming too! Really cheered us

Nice place and decent food. Worth a visit

My partner and I dined here on Saturday evening and had a very pleasant experience.

Again another beautiful experience at this amazing Italian restaurant. My wife celebrated her birthday party and as usual we had a great time together with our friends. The food is just so beautiful cooked and the taste is divine and the atmosphere inside the restaurant, makes you feel that you really are in Italy. I would like to say a big thank you to the owners for the special time and see you soon.

Olivo has some great food and options, at a reasonable price. The flavours and portions are very generous. The espresso was poor though, no crema and tasted like petrol. I think the service could be better though. Many times we asked for slight adjustments to the menu, or other little things and it was met with resistance. We often didn't have enough cutlery or glasses and had to ask for them even after food had arrived. Overall, not a bad place to visit but some small adjustments would make it a much more pleasant

Our waiter, whose name I think was Bogdan, ensured that our family birthday celebration was a special occasion and definitely one to remember. The food was as expected, excellent as always! We have been coming here for years and will continue doing so. Thank you to all the staff and management.

Great price unbelievable qaulity

Delicious food, wonderful service and great value for money.

Such a lovely place really interior and great food. Bogdan was great and very attentive

Ismail was vey kind and attentive. Food 10/10 ❤️

So glad we stumbled across Olivo. Had a delicious lunchtime meal there. Lots of options to choose from including a set lunchtime menu. Very tasty food with generous portions, lovely ambience and a friendly and attentive waiter, Costa. Would highly recommend!

Food was alright, service really good and the atmosphere really good but it's not the best Italian food I've ever had by far. The menu is too big. Do a smaller menu really well not a large menu to an okay extent.

Nice Italian just located a short walk from the main high street. Traditional feel, quiet when we visited but good food and service 👍.

Amazing restaurant now under new management, food is breathtaking and the wine selection is to die for. Me and my partner dined here one evening because our work friend has recomanded it, I'm glad we did, food was amazing, wine was to die for and the dessert was everything I asked for. I would 100% recommend it to everyone, if you want to go on a date it's a nice spot or if you want to get together with yours friends it would be a blast, a nice sofisticate dinner in Surrey.

The best duck I’ve eaten today in the restaurant. I highly recommend! Service was excellent and fast.

Always wonderful. Tom the waiter is so lovely and we feel like it’s a real family here. They always make my son feel so at home and he absolutely loves the bolognese here. The food is lovely and we highly rate it. Thank you again

I've been dining at Olvio for over 10 years, and it’s always exceptional! They have a fantastic menu with a variety of delicious, authentic Italian dishes. The service is warm and attentive, making every visit a pleasure. A true gem for Italian cuisine—highly recommend!

I visited one again and was not disappointed!!! Great food and great service from Tom! Thank you so much ☺️ will be back soon.

Delicious food! A great celebration for my 40th with my mum. Nick and the rest of the team gave us a fantastic service. Thank you

Great for big groups! Very accomodating of dietary needs.

Bogdan was an absolute geeza. Food was lovely. Date was ok but had my eyes on the girl at the next table over.

A great evening! Food was delicious and Bogdan was amazing!

Highly recommend! Tom is very nice! The food is amazing!

Such good food and lovely people

Great food and service from Ismail. Would recommend

The food is really good. Authentic Italian cuisine, and friendly service. Our waiter was Tom.

Booked over 2 months ago for the 14th February Drove down from Derbyshire for the weekend. Had food there before very good, Arrived and was told it was a fixed menu for £50 each, my wife does not eat alot so it was very disappointing not to be offered any discount, At no point over the time from booking to the time of arrival we where not told about the fixed menu. We left without eating.

Amazing experience at Olivo . Staff and food were absolutely amazing and stunning ! From the warm welcome to the absolutely amazing service .. everything was perfect ! looking forward to see you again !

Booked in advanced for valentine's day, was told at the door there was one small set menu that day with no options we wanted and left without any options as everywhere is obviously booked. Could have been fine if ANY notice was given

Fantastic restaurant, come here quite regularly. Ismail gave top nothing service today. Highly recommended.

Went in on a whim, Monday night, great little evening! Tom brought the energy along with some great lobster pasta. Nice hidden gem behind the high street.

I went to eat last Saturday night and I found really high quality of food and flavours soo rich . The owner is open for any requests to make you feel happy and comfortable. For sure I will come back soon

Having been to Olivio's before I was expecting fabulous things but sadly was disappointed on my last visit. I took my daughter there and we were given a table right next to the waiter station so every minute or so a waiter would squeeze past my chair for supplies which was very off putting also the waiter would stand there or on the stairs and it felt like we were being stared at. We ordered drinks and food but our food arrived before even our drinks had! I ordered pan fried veal which to be honest wasn't great and not hot. The potatoes looked to me like tinned ones from an air fryer. As a typical British person I did not complain but swiftly paid and left within the hour. I have today (11.02.25) sent an e-mail to confirm my booking date.

Very good pasta, great service !🤗

Excellent italian restaurant in Guildford. Staff are very helpful and food is great

A wonderful time and Tom especially, treated us on my birthday.

Great service and food quality for an important lunch with close friends! Thank you to all the staff, starting with Tom who offered us free limoncello + Ismail who was an impeccable and kind waiter! Really great welcoming and atmosphere 🙏 😊

Ismail has been an amazing waiter and very professional

Really delicious food and kind staff. Warm and cozy atmosphere. Great wine too! Thank you!

Good food amazing atmosphere and very nice service . I will come back for sure ! 🙏🤗

Delicious food, great service - thank you to Bogdan!

I have been to Olivo multiple times and it never fails to impress. Perfect for friend reunion, date or a casual dinner!

Really pleased with the service and food . Delicious pasta amazing service

Diana is a great host and superb professional hospitality individual who knows what is expected to deliver quality customer service.

Fabulous evening, delicious food, very attentive service. A place to come back to again and again.

Great night out friends. Friendly staff and delicious food!

Bogdan looked after us for a lovely dinner.

Professional and fun service. Tom was Professional and cool. I really recommend this restaurant for everyone. Cosy atmosphere, excelent food and amazing service.

When you want authentic Italian this is the place when you want good service. This is the place when you want a lovely warm atmosphere this is the place five stars isn’t enough for this restaurant. What a wonderful find.

A cross between a pub and Italian tavern, it is small and cosy. Reasonable choise of quality food.

The best calamari i ever eaten, anytime i come to Guildford i have to try Olivo!! I drive from Portsmouth once a week at least to eat here!!!

Good vegan menu with lots to choose from. Amazing garlic bread and house wine. Cosy atmosphere

What an amazing experience we had Thank you guys specially Ismail for a great service

Delicious food and excellent service from our waiter, Ismail.

Food was spectacular, lobster pasta between two was out of this world. Our waiter Ismail was attentive, informative and made the experience extra special. We will be back, thank you Ismail!

Food is wonderful as usual, and the waiter is so welcoming! Tom is really sweet to us every time we go there! What a nice place to enjoy yummy food.

Tom (007) was excellent! And the food was lovely.

Service was excellent !!! Loved our dinner here

The pictures of the food on line look great.i tried this restaurant today.my two dishes were terrible.

Fantastic in every way. As far as italian food goes this place was absolutely authentic and fantastic.

Isma and the team delivered an exquisite meal for our party of four, we were catered for with authentic Italian fare, some of the best food in the south east.

Lobster pasta was delicious! Great service and friendly staff!

Amazing food , great service ! We come back x