The Olive Garden in Oban is a Mediterranean-style establishment that offers an excellent seafood menu. The place boasts a lovely atmosphere and beautiful decor, with a spacious, warm, and relaxing interior design. The price range is reasonable, with a two-course set menu available early in the evening for £17 per head. The restaurant is located at Oban railway pier, providing an excellent view of the sea.
The Olive Garden's special features include outdoor seating and a good selection of wines. The staff is friendly, efficient, and knowledgeable about the menu. They offer gluten-free options, and vegan dishes are also available. The seafood paella, lamb tagine, mussels with tomato and chorizo sauce, and crispy pan-fried sea bass with scallop risotto are among the most popular dishes. They also serve delicious Cullen skink soup, mixed olives, and antipasto platters.
For drinks, they have a decent wine list, including Cabernet Sauvignon and Soave, and a selection of cocktails and soft drinks. The staff recommends the Italian blush wine to pair with the pan-fried sea bass.
In summary, The Olive Garden is a fine dining spot that offers excellent quality food, great service, and a lovely ambiance. It is a must-visit if you enjoy seafood and want to experience Mediterranean cuisine in Oban.
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Very good, tasty cuisine and a very warm welcome, I recommend! Service: Dine in Meal type: Dinner Price per person: £20–30 Food: 5 Service: 5 Atmosphere: 5
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Jim11 months ago on Restaurant Guru
Stopped in for lunch and hit the jackpot. Great atmosphere great food and great service. Two young ladies took great care of me. The date was May 24, lunchtime. Thank you for great meal and even better company. Unfortunately I didn't ask their names but they were keepers.!
Best seafood linguine I've ever had
SO much lobster in it, just enough chilli to give a bit of a kick.
Lovely friendly staff that genuinely interact with you
Would definitely reccomend a visit .
SO much lobster in it, just enough chilli to give a bit of a kick.
Lovely friendly staff that genuinely interact with you
Would definitely reccomend a visit .