Based on 141 opinions finded in 2 websites
Based on 141 opinions finded in 2 websites
Nº 874 in 2913 in Edinburgh, City of
Nº 3 of 11 Turkish in Edinburgh, City of
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Friendly, warm people, fresh Greek food, Dog friendly ❤️ is was coming in late after bin rejected in 3 places because of the dog… here is was welcome the dog got some water without asking. Feld welcome 🙏
i j . 2022-08-12
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I’d love to make some comment here about the quality of the food, but I never got to try it. Two of us went in and ordered mixed kebabs, after 10/15 mins one of us was served, of course I naively expected mine to come pretty quickly. After 5 mins I asked the waiter where mine was, he went to the kitchen and an arguement seemed to ensure with lots of pointing at our table, then he came over as said my order had been sent to someone else and they were making me another one (fair enough mistakes happen). After 20 further mins, I said to the waiter I’d now waited longer than the original order took, twice I asked to speak to the manager and twice he just looked over at us and literally walked the other way. I understand that mistakes happen, but was is appalling is pretending they haven’t happened and managers or owners just ignoring it. If you want my advice, visit somewhere that values your custom more
gregwaters99 . 2022-08-12
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Food average. Prices average. Service good. 5 small potato wages with a kebab dish? Situated in a busy location. Visited once but doubt again. Bad fat smell in premises. Good job windows were open
doonhamer . 2022-08-08
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Awful. Kofta dripping in fat and contains no seasoning at all, it’s just a ball of meat! Cous cous is just rice, chicken is poor quality and not breast meat. Salad is smothered in cheap dried herbs. Houmous is laughable. I would recommend a late night kebab elsewhere if you’re after something to line the stomach. Owner seems more interested in “look at me” parading around factor rather than what terrible food they’re serving.
Seandmc . 2022-08-06
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Different food options on the menu and brilliant family friendly service. The food tasted amazing too!
875malina . 2022-08-01
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This BRILLIANT little bistro, tucked away in Teviot Place, thoroughly DESERVES its consistently-high reputation. You feel you are part of their family, as you receive special and personal service; nothing is too much trouble for them to 'tweak' dishes slightly to suit YOUR personal preference. Fabulous food, reasonably priced, and really pleasant atmosphere, Olly's truly deserves its place at the very TOP of eateries in Edinburgh, to be visited and thoroughly enjoyed, over and over again.
kathleenmY6598WZ . 2022-07-08
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The greek food was great and the meze and tapas and qlso the chicken kebab. But the best was the atmosphere the music and the people who work there
Emy7728293 . 2022-04-24
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Visited off the cuff and the food is delicious and fresh, efficient and friendly service, good selection and properly prepared, highly recommended
Dragonfly0762 . 2022-04-18
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We had a Fantastic breakfast and they serve excellent coffee, thoroughly recommended . You must try this place!!!!!@@
Simon M . 2021-11-24
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A long overdue return visit proved Olly's is as good as ever. Excellent meze. Excellent value. Good service. Give a local establishment your custom. Olly's is far better than any of the pop-up festival food outlets in George Square.
KayW972 . 2021-08-19
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lovely staff, cool decor, yummy healthy and fresh meals. few vegan options. i really enjoy the vibe in this wee safe and inclusive spot
Sar G . 2021-08-08
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What a hidden gem! Olly Bongo's is my go to place to eat out in Edinburgh. Excellent for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. I came here over the weekend with three friends and the grilled chicken was delicious. I also recommend the meze and they had a fantastic breakfast menu. Get there early to grab a window seat. I used to live in Greece and this is the best Greek food in the city. This place is excellent for student, excellent for kids, excellent for friends and excellent for couples. The owner is lovely and so are all the other staff. Tell your friends and family about this amazing restaurant.
karis g . 2021-07-28
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Lovely food, wine and friendly service... Popped in for after-work drinks and nibbles, highly recommended!!!!
Helen R . 2021-06-09
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Olly Bongo's has the most delicious food in all of Edinburgh! What we did was order 5 main meals between 4 of us and share. This was a great way to try lots of dishes. It is also fantastically priced and only came to £11 each and we had so much food that was just delicious! I really recommend the meze - absolutely delicious and great for a healthy lunch or to share along with your main meal! There were also so many healthy options. The staff are so friendly and were happy to move tables around because we ordered so much food we needed another table to fit it all on! I am so happy they are open again, I couldn't recommend enough :) This is a great place if you are on a budget, want a inexpensive breakfast/lunch/dinner, friendly staff, and the most delicious food in Edinburgh
kadieanna123 . 2021-05-15
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So nice to be back here. Brilliant staff. Great prices. Love the food. Feels like a wee part of Turkey right here in Edinburgh.
RobertHowie . 2021-05-04
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This place was recommended to us and could not fault it at all...after a horrible hotel stay we were glad to come here and get a lovely breakfast and some awesome coffee...we bought some delicious baklava on the way out too...well worth a visit! Will...
B6901JNkateh . 2021-05-02
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Greatly relieved to see Olly's back after the long absence. Made our first trip to Edinburgh for a year specially to welcome back this gem of a cafe. Predictably, they did not disappoint. Give them your full support!
wkb21 . 2021-05-01
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Just a great wee independent restaurant. Very tasty food, reasonably priced, in a cosy environment. I think it is run mainly by a father and son and there is always a friendly welcome.
Bluebellknoll000 . 2020-12-20
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Fabulous mezze, great value for money...portions are big...My friend and I have been going to Ollie Bongos for some years now, they never seem to disappoint.
177sevih . 2020-09-30
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My wife and I enjoyed a Mediterranean breakfast, Turkish eggs and strong coffee at this charming cafe. Food was fresh and lots of it. The whole menu was reasonably priced and will definitely visit next time in the city. Wish I lived nearer, will try...
Bodean8858 . 2020-09-26
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One thing I especially like in Greek cousine is green salads :) I selected this bistro based on it's ratings and was not disappointed - moussaka was great, with big salad on the side. And all this for a very reasonable price. Good place, will...
andreyl2016 . 2020-09-20
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A group of five (2 vegans, a pescatarian and 2 omnivores) stumbled upon this restaurant while looking for a Sunday breakfast place. The food was quick, delicious and great as far as portion size and value. The staff were very welcoming, and there are some...
Avid1 . 2020-09-07
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My friends and I have eaten in Olly bongo's at least once a year for many years because we enjoy the atmosphere, food, value, and service. Often people associate great customer service with over the top welcomes and attentiveness. I personally think you see the...
zippy4star . 2020-07-30
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The staff are incredibly friendly! We had Greek salad and hummus and pitta as our starters. Then had veggie moussakas, lamb keftes and a veggie mezze. It was all delicious! Would recommend to everyone.
Risha D . 2020-07-28
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We had a great time and food experience in this place! Chef owner was very nice and keenly hygienic. Foods are not very expensive but the taste is superb! We would love to go back here when we visit the city again!
L344UMcarolinen . 2020-07-27
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I just completed my second visit in that Bistro. They drop me on my knees again. Food quality is superb, you are feeling like being hosted by a Greek Grandma at her home! You need to try it- now on my weekly schedule . First...
629michalw . 2020-02-21
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Amazing food! Ordered the Meze and Lamb! If I could eat here everyday I would! Highly recommend! The service was super fast! The ambiance was incredible.
DrSatan36 . 2020-01-20
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I started coming here after a reccomendation from a friend for a particular dish cooked in this Cafe. Upon first bite I was hooked and since then I've been coming here a few times every week for about 2 months. The benefit of coming to...
brendanw502 . 2020-01-05
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Authentic Mediterranean cuisine....really impressed with quality of food. Mixed kebab was lovely and plenty of it. Vegetarian moussaka was also excellent. Great value and relaxing atmosphere inside.
jjh00 . 2020-01-04
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Very comfy cafe with traditional breakfast as well as a variety of delicious mediterranean options. Recommend it highly, will be coming here often.
eshaqr2019 . 2019-12-18
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Most favourite place to eat in Edinburgh- authentic and fab food- the staff always make you feel so welcome and like the title says house salad is THE best!
KEEADM . 2019-12-13
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Very good food and cofee would recommend prıce is cheaper than others ttry and seeı ı had mıx kebab coffee and baklava very tasty
Huseyin C . 2019-11-20
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The maze was amazing and delicious, and reminded me of home. The food is authentic and the service is quick and friendly. Great for lunch/dinner or even just a coffee stop
mutlugulbahar . 2019-11-20
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Went to this place for the first time on a late lunch break between festival shows ... to be honest I found the name a bit off putting, and initially it looks more cafe like ... so I recommend anyone who feels the same gets over that and gives it a try. Great range of food ... I had the medium mezze, and loved the dolmades in particular Great friendly service and atmosphere ... will definitely go there again
Pawilcox . 2019-08-26
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I love this place! It’s like (what I believe) is a little touch of the Mediterranean in Edinburgh. Only Bongos, with the sun shining in and the windows open, is one of the nicest cafeterias in Edinburgh. Staff are friendly and polite, even in amongst the hugely busy time that is the Edinburgh Festival and Fringe. I come here because Hussain and his team are so friendly. Thank you to them.
RobertHowie . 2019-08-25
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We were looking for something to eat between shows at the fringe and came across Olly bongos. We weren't expecting much but the service and more importantly the food was great. I had moussaka, and my partner had keftes. Both were delicious and reasonably priced.A nice place to sit as we were in the window.
Danbignose . 2019-08-24
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The place was packed when we went in but luckily still managed to get a seat.
Tour729336 . 2019-08-22
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Stopped for tea and a cake. Was lucky to get a seat as the place was packed but we had our order in a few minutes. Baklava was superb, not too sweet. Lovely tea served in a teapot. Staff very quick and friendly too. Food on other tables looked good, so will try to return to it soom
Susan F . 2019-08-21
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We were here in festival season, so they were on quick turnarounds, but they didn't push us out and left us to enjoy our meal and take time. It was good greek & turkish offering, nicely cooked and felt quite wholesome/home cooked style.
LisaTakesTrips . 2019-08-21
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Been here a few times now and popped in unexpectedly on a Saturday evening during the Fringe & were lucky to get the open window seat straight away. We had a couple of glasses of wine with some olives and Backlava and watched the world go by. Good service and we like it as you can just have drinks and nibblesif you don’t want to eat a full meal. Good value for money.
Susan F . 2019-08-20
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When our group of 6 was wandering around trying to find a good breakfast to set us up for a day at the fringe, Olly Bongo's turned out to be a really pleasant surprise. Excellent breakfast menu, good service and reasonably priced.
grantr638 . 2019-08-16
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Comfy seats, delicious food, friendly staff in colourful and unusual surroundings. Sit in the window and watch the world go by.
DrJo10 . 2019-08-09
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Been here a couple of times but didn't think we would get a seat during the Fringe but, whilst a couple of the neighbouring restaurants had queues (all to do with their student friendly prices) we popped in to a bustling wee space and were shown to a table immediately.
Dopeycoo . 2019-08-07
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Whilst between Fringe shows in the early evening the two of us chanced upon "Olly Bongo's"; not having read any reviews. It was quiet and we were well received by a really nice waitress, although all the other staff around the place seemed listless.
David A . 2019-08-03
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This restsurant/cafe is the real thing in terms of Turkish food. It is amazing. Go every time visiting Edinburgh.
Jennifer c . 2019-07-31
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This is a smaller cosy restaurant that serves all day and are very welcoming.
lonebone . 2019-07-27
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We went up town yesterday with an open mind about where we were going to eat our evening meal and came across Olly Bongos Greek restaurant. Lovely little place where the whole staff couldn't have made us more welcome. Having been to two excellent Greek restaurants in Germany in the past we were astounded by the quality of the two meals we ordered. Lamb Mousakka and Vegetable Mousakka,on the way out I was treated to an ouzo and my partner a Baklava.What a lovely little gem in the middle of Edinburgh,well worth a visit.
Gordon C . 2019-07-27
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On my way to a haircut appointment, I passed this cafe. It serves breakfast all day and the posted menu had a choice for everyone. It's a Greek cafe with a full range of food offerings. Ordered the Turkish sausage and egg. Out comes a tasty breakfast with a side of sliced pitta.
Jet798888 . 2019-07-13
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Me reuní con un ex colega para almorzar y él sugirió que comiéramos aquí ya que es uno de sus lugares más visitados y que estaba cerca de la Biblioteca Nacional de Escocia, que visitaríamos esa misma tarde.
Brucestewart . 2019-07-07
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We had a great evening here. The food was amazing, the service excellent. Really relaxed please for a Saturday with good music where you can actually enjoy a conversation. Becoming regular!
TATIANA R . 2019-06-14
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Used to work near Olly's and lunch here more often. The colour scheme may have changed but the food is as good as ever. Our favourites are the meze and the lamb koftas. Value is superb - a main and a drink for under £10 in the Old Town is exceptional. Glasses of chilled tap water available without charge.
KayW972 . 2019-05-16
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A reliable favourite for regular Sunday breakfast/brunch/lunch. All breakfast items are good and mezze plates very tasty especially with a glass of wine. Friendly service, tasty food and good service make me keep coming back with friends. A simple but enjoyable place.
Clare D . 2019-05-09
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Sitting in Olly Bongo’s listening to Greek music. A pleasant chage from the loud music played in some bistro’s. I had Spanakopita with all the trimmings and a Greek Coffee. All together a very good meal at a very good price served by friendly people
murray3179 . 2019-04-13
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QUALITY food served with a friendly smile - and totally affordable. We ordered Lamb keftes and Chicken cous cous, couldn't be happier. Thank you!
Amnasia J . 2019-04-12
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No puedo hablar mucho sobre la comida ya que solo vengo en las horas de la mañana, pero aprecio los artículos a precios razonables (café y muesli / yogur) y las raciones. El espacio es luminoso, cómodo y acogedor. De todos los cafés en Edimburgo, esto se está convirtiendo rápidamente en mi opción para hacer el trabajo.
travisbluemling . 2019-03-26
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Este restaurante griego sirve desde la mañana hasta la cena, pero llamamos para el desayuno. Gran valor a los 6. 95 para un desayuno británico completo y delicioso. Costo de café o té aún por agregar. La comida estaba recién hecha y servida por un personal amable. No se puede pedir un mejor comienzo para el día.
Supertr1pper . 2019-03-19
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Amazing food at a very good price. Very good atmosphere and decorated well with tables and booths which promotes a cosy and relaxing place to eat.
murray3179 . 2019-02-14
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Excelente moussaka y un café expresso de quitar el sueño. Muy céntrico para los turistas. Buen precio y trato amigable.
Ander L . 2019-01-03
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We happened upon this place and were so glad we did. The atmosphere was quiet, totally uncyncical, non-competitive, non-hipster (unlike almost everywhere else in the vicinity), just generally welcoming and straight forward :) and the food was really lovely! - as well as being reasonably priced. I liked that you could see the kitchen - it felt like a family member was making you breakfast - *in a good way* ... looking forward to going back and trying other things on the menu.
. 2018-12-24
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Went to Olly Bongo's for lunch and ordered the medium meze plate. It contained many different kinds of dips and veg and everything tasted so delicious. The waiter was super friendly and the ambience was relaxing. Will definitely come back!
Beth S . 2018-11-04
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We needed to eat, and we needed to treat a visiting friend from the States. A local pal recommended Olly Bongos and we were delighted with the choice. Great location (very close to Uni/Meadows/Bobby) and lovely friendly people. Food was fresh, hot, plentiful, varied and tasty.
katethepict . 2018-10-29
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I was urged to try them and so happy I did. The breakfast was A-1 yum and how clever they are to serve coffee in petite presses (several blends to choose from) . Menu is diverse, English, American, Med, it's all good.
REAL_CONTESSA . 2018-09-15
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Encontré esta cafetería mientras estaba en el Fringe. Inicialmente pensé que era una cafetería africana por el estilo / diseño de la decoración, pero luego noté el aviso de la cafetería italiana. Un gran café en una cafetería peculiar, agradable y relajante. Me gusta aquí.
Sparking1 . 2018-08-30
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Fue en el último sábado del Festival - tenía el pescado y patatas fritas que estaba servido caliente. Fue un buen tamaño de la porción y los precios eran buenos, teniendo en cuenta su Edimburgo y el festival es en - sin duda volvería si en el área de nuevo.
elljay99 . 2018-08-26
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Came here with 3 friends during the Fringe. We all had moussaka and it was marvellous! The chocolate cake dessert was a little dry. But we had large glasses of wine for £4.50, and overall the food was very good and very reasonable. Highly recommended.
Lynne24 . 2018-08-22
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A este café diminutas para mediados almuerzo del festival. Cojines kilim, ventana y un griego / Mediterráneo / menú ligeramente boliche. Perfecto para comer entre los espectáculos. Yo tenía mi ensalada ensalada césar, ambos buenos marido griego. Si estás cerca de la plaza George Square/Bristo/Chambers Street/George IV Bridge, lugar para ir a almorzar :-))
130susieh . 2018-08-21
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Looking for a quiet place for a coffee and a moment to relax at the heart of the Fringe Festival I was delighted to chance upon this small and friendly place Good service, good coffee and peace Thank you for 20 minutes rejuvenation
Rob S . 2018-08-05
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Yes, this is the third review of Olly Bongo's in Edinburgh. I visit this place on average once or twice a week. I feel my review is just as relevant as others.
RobertHowie . 2018-07-19
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It might be empty, but it is amazing. The food is so good, and the staff is friendly. The medium meze is highly recommended.
Lisa S . 2018-06-10
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He estado yendo a este pequeño café, lindo y simpático desde mi llegada en Edimburgo. Los precios son increíbles en comparación con las porciones, y más importante, la comida es genial! Puedo recoger a ciegas cualquier cosa del menú sin estar seguros de cómo será sabroso :).
lindopaola . 2018-04-22
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delicious food and friendly staff. It smells of fried food though, so would not go there if need to have nice smelling hair
Luciana B . 2018-03-06
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Personal amable que a las normas habituales. Este lugar es una verdadera joya! Cuando las ventanas están abiertas y el sol está entrando a través de la música turca y es jugando, me hace imaginar estoy sentado en un café de madrugada mediterránea. Estoy aquí mucho y he conseguido saber que personal. Son una delicia y tome un verdadero interés en sus clientes. Hay un montón de clientes habituales de eso.
RobertHowie . 2017-09-23
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Had been recommended this Cafe for breakfast and what a good shout. Great service, lovely decor and good sized breakfasts. We had the Scottish and the Veggie, and I was impressed on the Scottish twist to the veggie breakfast. Will definitely go again next year!
Rhyshon . 2017-09-01
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Superb service in a friendly and characterful Mediterranean eating place. We have had afternoon tea and cakes here twice. When we came back one evening the service and food was equally great. Although busy we were not made to rush.
SLomax64 . 2017-08-29
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A este bonito café con kilim cubierto (incluso la alfombrilla sillas recibe el tratamiento) cambiar de reactivación de té durante un largo día de festival. Enriquecerse justo al lado de la med/quad/zona dorada universidad potterow globo y por lo tanto muy cerca de muchos espectáculos. El personal es encantador, té bueno (ollas! ! Hurra por! Un menú) y/Mediterráneo (Medio Oriente) que parece orientado a muy prometedores. Volveremos :-)
Susie H . 2017-08-13
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Mi familia estaban en la Ciudad Vieja por un día en el borde y tenía 50 minutos antes de que saliera el comienzo de nuestro primer show al mediodía en el Deportivo Dome, así que fuimos a Olly Bongos para algo de luz por la mañana tarde picaduras. Tiene un baño turco medio tema oriental y es un ambiente compacto pero agradable. Mi familia tenía varios bocadillos que todos estaban bien, pero las cosas todas llevó más tiempo de lo previsto, así que terminamos un poco apresurarse cosas hacia el final. Por desgracia se olvidaron de traerme mi pastas danesas y se nos acabó el tiempo así que tenía que ser cancelado. La camarera era muy agradable, pero quizás un poco acosadas como el lugar estaba lleno, y la zona de preparación es bastante pequeño. Si no hubiera tenido la presión de tiempo de un espectáculo de 12 horas, creo que hubiera sido bastante contentos con Olly Bongos, pero el servicio era un poco demasiado lento en el día. Sin duda vale la pena intentarlo.
DJM1965 . 2017-08-10
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We had lunch here last week and thoroughly enjoyed the bruschetta with spinach and feta and a british breakfast. Very nice food, staff were pleasant and very good prices
Anne B . 2017-07-10
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A big portion freshly prepared good value and good atmosphere, friendly staff.l'll visit again this place.
jycetin . 2017-05-31
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Olly es un gran lugar para comer todo el día. No fantásticos desayunos y el mejor café, pero las cenas son buenas también. Grandes platos y un montón de comida bien preparada que no es caro. Me encanta el meze y uno pequeño es más que suficiente. Tienen que beber con Efes.
Neil_HD_50 . 2017-05-28
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Rapport/qualité prix imbattable! Simple,maison et minute... La décoration n est pas très chaleureuse mais à sont style. Je recommande pour...
chaton38200 . 2017-05-13
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Mis amigos y yo hemos estado dos veces y las dos veces nos quedamos sorprendidos de cómo era justo allí como Olly Bongo's es un gran tesoro y más gente debería de ir aquí! Sirven una variedad de comida griega y turca, y he tenido el plato mediano y el spanakopitas meze y ambos eran increíbles. Realmente tienen una amplia variedad de opciones vegetarianas que era sorprendente pero gran saber. La decoración está bien hecho y lo hace sentir cálido y acogedor, y el personal es tan agradable! Sin duda recomiendo ir aquí como es tan fenomenal y realmente merece tener más negocios.
Kiana S . 2017-05-07
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Called in for a quick coffee before heading off for the train station... spotted the menu... chose the feta & spinach bruschetta with olives and side salad... absolutely fabulous - warm, friendly and personal service, nice surroundings (will be even better when the refurbishment of McEwan Hall is completed this summer) make for a pleasant ambience. Lovely coffee, beautiful food and all at a great price - heartily recommended.
Nigel B . 2017-04-30
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I went there with my friends and they are used to the typical British food and liked there. Because of the alternative vibe of the place, with some middle eastern Influence, I was expecting a different menu. There's a lot of typical favourites: full British breakfast and baked potato. I went for falafel wrap with hummus and was a bit disappointed. Everything was a bit bland, mushy and on a small size. It costed almost £6 and I payed £7 with tips. I think it was overpriced since for £8 I can have a fantastic Korean meal with entré included for free, just a few blocks away. My friend had a 'French toast' with bananas. It comprised of two triangles of white bread (the cheapest you can buy) tipped in egg (which looked scrabbled) with some slices of banana on the side and a tiny container with some maple syrup in it. The best looking dish was the potato that was richly roped with all kinds of goodies. It looked delicious and had a good size as well. Maybe the best alternative if you are in a fixed budged. I will be coming back for coffee or tea and sweeties as it looks like is there speciality.
Millyana . 2017-02-18
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Colleague and I went for lunch. Busy close quartered eatery with open kitchen.Had a baked potato with tuna mayo . . Lovely fresh salad . . Tattie was microwaved and finished in the oven with the tuna mayo in situ . . . Unusual but very tasty.Colleague had meze for one and devoured it all with relish.Friendly waiting staff, good menu, well presented food. . I'll go back!
Darthgill . 2017-02-17
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Its a small place, with basic facilities and an extensive and well thought out menu. The prices are very very reasonable, and waitress was absolutely lovely and helpful. The extensive plate of Meze is phenomenal value for money. Coffee is strong and beautifully prepared, This is the kind of lunch time stop where you will go again and again.
Miamerl . 2017-02-07
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We'd never visited Edinburgh and we're trying to find somewhere to eat for a quick bite before tackling the museum of Scotland. So happy to stumble accross this friendly little gem. An extensive lunch menu features everything from Greek salad and mezes to full English breakkie all at reasonable prices. The waitress was friendly and helpful. The meze featured hummous, haloumi, dolmades, green beans and t omatos, and cous cous. Very tasty.
Rachel G . 2017-02-05
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Was out on a day in Edinburgh and frankly had walked out of one very overpriced place and passed this cafe. Thought we would give it a try and were very plased we did. Being a bit of a traditionalist I have an English all day breakfast, not that exciting i agree but it was well cooked and tasty so no complaints from me. Wife and sister were a little more adventurous and went for greek/turkish cuisine and both loved it. May be a bit cramped and not exactly five star surrounding but if you want some good and wholesome food at a reasonable price I cannot recommend this place enough.
Brian E . 2017-02-05
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Really can't fault the food or service. Our waitress was very attentive and took our order promptly. I had a fantastic vegetarian dish and my partner had the soup of the day. Extremely reasonably priced - portion sizes were great! Only tiny criticism I could make is that the tables are probably too close to each other - though that might be in order to cultivate a certain cosmopolitan atmosphere that wasn't there on a quiet lunch time service. Extremely good place for lunch - would definitely recommend!
BeerSavage . 2017-01-10
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The place has a great and warm atmosphere and very nice decoration, the service is very good too and fast, even at the lunch time, but the meal was not so good. The soup was very tasty, but the chiken has seemed not cooked enough, and very salty. It is a nice place, but they must to care the details to be noted in an area full of restaurants.
angelicaow7 . 2017-01-03
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If you want food that just came out of a tin or "traditional" recipes that do not even exist that is your place! I would not recommend it if you'd like to taste the Turkish cuisine.
andriana g . 2016-12-17
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Four of us dropped in here yesterday for breakfast, as it looked cozy and the prices on the outside menu looked good.A table of six people was waiting for their food.It was pretty cold inside, and we waiting quite awhile without getting any service. We were about to leave, when the busy and friendly waitress brought us menus and assured us that it would not take too long to be served.She was correct, and the food was good.Two of us had the big British Breakfast...plenty of good food.All in all, it was pretty good, but it could have been a bit warmer inside.
Joe G . 2016-12-06
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Not all the prepossessing a sight, from the outside, once you open the door you'll find yourself in a wonderfully colourful and slightly exotic space.I found it, by chance, early on a Sunday morning and am very, very happy I did!There's an excellent breakfast menu (which is what i was seeking) and the home blend coffee is superb!I ordered the American Breakfast but it was nothing like the one that someone described as being a foot high, with a cherry on the top.' It was a plate full of excellent bacon, perfectly scrambled eggs and lots of toast!Olly Bongo's could teach the Yanks a thing or three, I'm thinking!I think I might have been its first customer but, not so far into my delicious repast, in came The Others, who know where there's going to be good value and an harmonious atmosphere.I shall return!
Busybee888 . 2016-10-23
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I came back here four or five times during our trip in Edinburgh to have a breakfast or brunch. This restaurant is lovely. I loved the sofa and we always sat down near on the window which is actually opened and you feel like your at home.Their breakfast is nice and cheap. I always ordered their pancake with bacon and Americano coffee and it actually taste good. The staff are very nice. A lot of people actually came here and more people comes here every time we visit. I think the price of the food is reasonable too. For more two orders of pancake and coffee, it cost me around 6.50 GBP (not bad).
vinatraveler . 2016-09-29
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we found this place by chance as all the main areas were full or we had to wait over an hour to eat. It is well placed and has excellent service. The menu is small but what we had was very good, as was the wine. It's a mix of tastes but well worth it as it was not expensive.
cityseer84 . 2016-08-31
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Trying to find a lunch spot in Edinburgh during the festival is a nightmare. Even the average eateries.So I was a little surprised to find myself at a table at this restaurant which had been recommended. Still, don't look gift horse etc. Well positioned beside McEwan hall and the Gilded balloon festival venue. Windows were open and it was a pleasant place to sit and have my beer. Perhaps at £3.20 a pop, the shine was taken slightly off it. Service was OK, perhaps the festival numbers had impacted on a smile. Nacho starter was big and did what it said on the tin. Pretty tasty. I should have stopped there. I had the chicken shish kebab. It was pretty uninspiring. Perhaps I chose on an off day. Salad was dried out and the chicken was over cooked, dry, and chewy. Finding a good place for lunch in this area is a challenge. Perhaps I was just unlucky and may try again sometime.
Qualityscot . 2016-08-31
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But not jump-out fantastic food. Quirky cafe with wide range of foods and a local clientele, service could be better.
The_genial_zod . 2016-08-30
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We eat regularly in Edinburgh and love the choice of international cuisine. This is one of our all time favourites. The food is cooked fresh with plenty of salad. The kebabs, koftas and meze are wonderfully seasoned and the moussaka is homemade-served with delicious wine. The pancakes are amazing. You can also get a great cup of coffee. Very friendly service. In addition, it costs us at least half of any other restaurant we visit.
Susan J . 2016-08-28
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Told the restaurant that they are breaking the licensing law as they do not display the size measure for wine along with the price on the menu, or in the restaurant.This is against the Licensing Act 2003 (October 2014 amendments).Reported to council to check they comply.
A M . 2016-08-27
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We loved the look of this place and decided to stop for lunch. So glad we did as the food was delicious and our waitress was really helpful and friendly. The portions are generous too!
Seashore72 . 2016-08-27
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It has a wonderful atmosphere. Warm and friendly staff, incredibly relaxing and good food and coffee too.
Gabriel R . 2016-08-25
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