Vele al tartufo
The house speciality: pasta filled with mozzarella and truffle, served in a creamy sauce with truffle oil, parmesan and rocket, tossed tableside in a wheel of parmesan
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Dining · Guildford
Fine dining Italian restaurant in the historic centre of Guildford
Eccellenza Italianacertificata 2026–2027ID 20649
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The place
In the heart of Guildford, inside a striking seventeenth-century building on Quarry Street, Olivo Ristorante Italiano brings the elegance and authentic flavours of Italian tradition. The kitchen offers specialities such as truffle pasta served in a wheel of parmesan, homemade ravioli, fresh fish dishes and select meats. The family-run restaurant offers an à la carte menu, set lunch and dinner menus, and vegan and vegetarian options. Recognised at the Guildford Business Awards 2025 as Best Restaurant and Best Business, Olivo combines warm hospitality with close attention to the quality of ingredients in a refined setting.
At the table
In the heart of Guildford, inside a seventeenth-century building on Quarry Street, Olivo Ristorante Italiano brings the elegance and authentic flavours of Italian cuisine.
Why you can trust it
OLIVO RISTORANTE ITALIANO is a member of the Eccellenze Italiane network. The mark is registered in Italy and abroad: every certified business has a unique identifier, which can be checked at any time.
In the kitchen
Services and features
The house speciality: pasta filled with mozzarella and truffle, served in a creamy sauce with truffle oil, parmesan and rocket, tossed tableside in a wheel of parmesan
Fresh filled pasta made in-house, including spinach and ricotta ravioli among the vegetarian options
Fresh fish dishes and carefully selected meats, prepared according to Italian tradition
Dedicated dishes including vegetable ratatouille with mixed pulses, and polenta with mixed vegetables
Caprese with mozzarella and tomato, melanzane alla parmigiana, and ricotta and spinach ravioli
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What visitors say
«Olivo is an absolute gem, the perfect Italian restaurant. First class service, exquisite food, authentic Italian ambience. Can't wait to return. Well done to the wonderful, talented staff.»
«Incredible food and fantastic service! The truffle pasta served in a wheel of cheese was better than anything I've had in Italy – rich, creamy, and full of flavour.»
«From the warm welcome to the excellent service, everything was flawless. The food was outstanding – authentic Italian flavors perfectly paired with a carefully chosen selection of wines.»
«Olivo never disappoints. This our go to Italian restaurant in Guildford. The food is great but what we particularly appreciate here is the staff, always smiling and pleasant to talk to.»
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