Olive Bar & Kitchen — Olive Qutub (Mehrauli, New Delhi)

A celebrated Mediterranean-inspired alfresco restaurant housed in a converted Mogul mansion — famous for its banyan-shaded courtyard, romantic star-lit dinners and long-standing place in Delhi's dining scene.

Mediterranean • Italian • Fine Dining Open: 12:30 PM – 12:30 AM

Overview

Olive Bar & Kitchen — popularly known as Olive Qutub — is an iconic Delhi restaurant located in Mehrauli near the Qutub complex. The property combines whitewashed Mediterranean styling, lounging armchairs and a vast banyan canopy that shades a charming pebble courtyard. It has received numerous awards over the years and was featured on Condé Nast Traveller’s hot list.

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Food menu (high-level)

The restaurant publishes multiple menus (All Day, Bar Menu, Lunch & Dinner). Below is a curated, high-level summary of what to expect from Olive's menus.

Starters & Small Plates

• Classic bruschettas and mezze-style platters
• Seafood-forward starters (octopus/Calamari when available)
• Seasonal salads with vibrant Mediterranean dressings

Pizzas & Pastas

• Wood-fired pizzas — a widely praised staple at Olive
• Handmade pastas with Italian sauces and seasonal twists

Main Courses

• Mediterranean mains (grilled fish, lamb dishes, roasted vegetables)
• Interpretations of global comfort dishes done with high-quality ingredients

Bar & Desserts

• Curated wine list and signature cocktails at the tree-top terrace bar
• Classic desserts (tiramisu, seasonal desserts)

Menus referenced from the restaurant pages (All Day / Bar / Lunch & Dinner). Visit the official menu pages for itemized pricing and seasonal specials. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}

Place rating (summary)

Public listings and venue pages commonly place Olive Qutub in the "very good" to "excellent" range. It’s a long-standing favourite for romantic dinners, Sunday brunches and special occasions — reviewers frequently praise the ambience and consistency of the food.

Typical public rating (aggregate): ~4.2–4.6 / 5 (varies by platform).

Examples: TripAdvisor gallery & reviews, local listings and venue pages.

Service

Service at Olive is generally described as professional and attentive — the team is experienced with fine dining expectations and event hosting (brunches, private dinners). For busy weekend evenings and special events it’s recommended to reserve in advance; staff usually handle dietary queries and wine recommendations well.

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Ambience

Ambience is Olive Qutub’s standout feature: whitewashed walls, flowing curtains, comfortable loungers and a dramatic banyan tree that shades a candle-lit courtyard. The restaurant often scores awards for ambience and is repeatedly recommended for romantic evenings and relaxed alfresco dining.

Official description and award listings. :contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}

Photo gallery

Courtyard seating under the banyan canopy — a signature Olive setting. (Photo source: TripAdvisor)

Interior dining room with whitewashed Mediterranean styling. Replace with your preferred image for higher resolution. (Suggested source: official site photo gallery). :contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}

Evening, candle-lit tables and festoon lighting — recommended for romantic dinners. (Representative photo; see TripAdvisor & venue pages for more images).

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Practical info & contact

Address: One Style Mile, 6-8, Kalka Das Marg, Mehrauli, New Delhi, Delhi 110030.

Timings: Mon–Sun: 12:30 PM – 12:30 AM.

Phone: +91 98102 35472 / 011 29574444.

Tip: Reservations recommended for weekend evenings, special occasions and Sunday brunches.

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Quick sources: Official Olive Qutub page; TripAdvisor gallery & venue listings; local event/venue pages.