The Olive Branch is an independent bistro at 91 Broughton Street in central Edinburgh. Open seven days, it shifts naturally from weekend breakfast and brunch to lunch, dinner and cocktails. The relaxed neighbourhood atmosphere suits a quick daytime plate as well as a longer evening meal.
Menus change regularly around fresh, locally sourced and seasonal produce. Bistro dishes draw on modern British and Scottish cooking, with meat, fish and vegetable plates shaped by what is available at the time. Careful sauces, fresh salads and thoughtful garnishes give familiar ingredients a contemporary presentation.
Breakfast and brunch bring eggs, breads and lighter daytime dishes, while lunch and dinner introduce more substantial plates and desserts. Vegetarian and other dietary choices vary with the season, so guests should review the current menu and speak with staff about allergies before ordering. The changing format rewards return visits rather than fixing the kitchen to one permanent list.
Wine and cocktails are supported by beer, spirits, soft drinks and coffee across the day. The drinks selection is broad enough for an aperitif, a full meal or a casual evening at the bar. The Olive Branch combines the accessibility of a neighbourhood bistro with a kitchen that remains closely connected to local suppliers and the Scottish seasons.
Address: 91 Broughton Street, Edinburgh EH1 3RX, United Kingdom
Olive Branch Bistro Menu
Small / Large Plates
Homemade Focaccia
Homemade Rosemary Focaccia with Olive Oil and Aged Balsamic
Olives
Roast Salted Cashews
Soup of the Day
Served with Sourdough
Salt and Pepper Squid
Cucumber, Pepper and Pomegranate Salad, Soy and Maple Dressing
Haggis Bon Bons
Caramelised Red Onions, Whisky Cream Peppercorn
Grilled Goats Cheese
Strawberry, Rocket and Parmasan Salad, Hazelnuts and Toasted Sourdough
Shredded Duck Leg Salad
Slow Cooked, Shredded Duck Leg with Watermelom, Cucumber, Pomegranite, Dukkah and Passionfruit Dressing
Patatas Bravas con Huevo
Patatas Bravas with Chorizo, Fried Egg and Aioli
Chimichurri King Prawns
With Mango Salsa and Toasted Sourdough
Sundried Tomato Hummus
Sundried Tomato and Roast Garlic Hummus, with Toasted Homesamde Focaccia
Any 3 small plates
Mains
Scotch Sirloin Steak Frites
6oz Scotch Sirloin Steak, Skinny Fries, Peppercorn
Beer Battered Haddock
With Hand Cut Chips and Tartare Sauce
Bone Marrow Beef Burger
Bone Marrow Burger, Monteray Jack Cheese and Pickles
Roast Lamb Shoulder
Slow Roasted Lamb Shoulder, Roast Garlic Flatbread, Minted Yogurt, Pomegranite and Roast Heritage Tomatos
Maple Glazed Sea Trout Fillet
Scottish Sea Trout Fillet, with a Maple Glaze, Roast Garlic Crushed New Potatoes, Pea Puree and Crispy Chorizo
Thai Coconut Rice
King Oyster Mushroom, Peppers, Spring Onion, with a Thai Coconut Broth, Thai Shrimp Crackers, Pickled Ginger and Crispy Onions
Sea Bream with Mango Salsa
Pan Fried Sea Bream Fillet, Crispy Polenta, Mango Salsa and Chimichurri Sauce
Nduja and Confit Chicken Risotto
Confit Chicken Thigh, Saffron, Nduja and Smoked Applewood Cheddar Risotto, Ailoi
Sides
Hand Cut Chips / Fries
Aioli
Hand Cut Chips / Fries
Peppercorn
Garlic Bread
Garlic Fries
Rocket and Parmesan Salad
Mixed Leaf and Cherry Tomato Salad
Tenderstem Broccoli
Sandwiches / Salads
The Olive Branch Club Focaccia
Rosemary Focaccia, Chicken, Bacon, Cheddar, Tomato, Lettuce
Slow Cooked Beef Brisket Toastie
Smoked Cheddar and Pickles on Toasted Sourdough
Smoked Salmon Focaccia
Rosemary Focaccia, Aioli, Rocket
Halloumi Flatbead
With Sund ried Tomato Hummus, Rocket and Sriracha Aioli
Summer Salad
Salad leaves, Pomegranate, Peppers, Pickles and Toasted Hazelnuts House Dressing topped with Mango Salsa
Brunch
Eggs Benedict
With Smoked Salmon or Smoked Bacon, Poached Free Range Eggs, and Hollandaise
OB Potato Rosti
Poached Eggs, Hollandaise, and smoked bacon, haggis, or black pudding
Avocado on Toast
Poached Eggs with Guacamole on Toasted Sourdough
French Toast / French Toasted Croissant
Served with Bacon and Maple Syup
Extra Add Ons
Bacon
Black Pudding
Extra Eggs
Guacamole
Hash Browns
Haggis
Halloumi
Pork Sausage
Potato Scone
Smoked Salmon
Veggie Haggis
Desserts
Chocolate Old Fashioned
Stracciatella Cheesecake
Vanilla Cheesccake with Dark Chocolate Flakes and Caramel Sauce
Apple and Berry Crumble
Apple, Cinnamon and Berry Crumble with Warm Creme Anglaise
Brioche French Toast
Salted Caramel Sauce, Caramelised Apples and Vanilla Ice Cream
Luca’s Scottish Ice Cream
Trio of Lucas Ice Creams / Sorbet; Vanilla / Chocolate / Strawberry / Coconut / Raspberry Sorbet
Luca’s Raspberry Sorbet
Three Scoops of Raspberry Sorbet, Strawberries and Strawberry Coulis
Affogato
Lucas Vanilla Ice Cream with a double shot of espresso, served with Amaretti Biscuit
I.J Mellis Cheeseboard
A selection of I.J Mellis Cheeses, With Oatcakes and Pickles
White Wine
Languore Trebbiano Bianco – Italy
Intense aromas of tropical fruit and flowers, with citrus brighness. Structured and full bodied, smooth and well balanced.
Crescendo Pinot Grigio – Italy
Clean, fresh and fruity with citrus and pear notes. Dry and crisp with a refreshing finish
Fernlands Sauvignon Blanc – New Zealand
Tropical and herbaceous with Gooseberry, green pepper, mango and guava. Crisp, lively acidity with a fresh, citrus driven, dry finish.
Chardonnay Gran Reserva, Terra Vega – Chile
Rich and mouth filling, with banana, vanilla and apple notes. Medium-bodied with smooth texture and balanced acidity.
Picpoul de Pinet, Plo de I’Isabelle – France
Zesty lemon and lime citrus with pear and wet stone minerality. Bone-dry, high acidity and crisp with a refreshing saline finish.
Red Wine
Marqués del Puente Nuevo Tinto Tempranillo – Spain
Raspberry and black cherry fruit with suble spice. Medium-bodied, soft tannins and a smooth, dry finish.
Valle Antigua Merlot – Chile
Ripe plum and red berry fruit with gentle oak notes. Soft, round and easy-drinking with silky tannins and a snooth finish.
Vista Plata Malbec – Argentina
Dark berry fruit with hints of vanilla and sweet spice. Full-flavoured with velvety tannins and a rounded, oaky finish.
Gufetto Montepulciano d’Abruzzo – Italy
Scents of red and black berries with a touch of peppery spice. Medium-bodied, firm tannins and a dry, structured finish.
Rosé Wine
Ombrellino Pinot Grigio delle Venezie – Italy
Pale Pink, rich in red fruits and floral on the nose. Fresh, crisp and well-structured with a clean, dry finish.
Peyrassol Organic Rosé, IGP Mediterranee – France
Expressive red berry fruit with delicate citrus aromas. Light, lively and refreshing with crisp acidity.
Bottled Beer & Cider
Peroni
5.1%
Peroni Alcohol Free
0.0%
Corona
4.5%
Innis and Gunn
6.6%
Single Malt Whisky
Aberlour
43% Highlands
Glenmorangie
40% Highlands
Talisker
45.8% Isle of Skye
Langavulin
43% Islay
Soft Drinks
Fountain Fizzy Drinks
Coke, Coke Zero, Diet Coke, Lemonade