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A modern restaurant serving a seasonal menu using locally sourced ingredients where possible. Vegan options may include sea buckthorn ‘caviar’ with ceviche of açaí hearts, cappelletti maison - the marshland, and gazpacho of graviola. Most dishes can be made vegan on request. Plant-based cheese available. Offers a list of natural and biodynamic wines. NOTE: Removed parmesan from the menu, fully vegetarian from May 1st 2024. Open Mon-Sat 17:00-22:00, Sat 12:00-14:00. Closed Mon.
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Last update on 16 Sep 2024 by dozer84
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29 Reviews
First Review by yumchadong
bscheld
Points +32
Fantastisch - Edit
Heb in lange tijd niet zo lekker gegeten. We hebben het 9 gangen tasting menu gedaan. Alles was heerlijk, originele gerechten en gevarieerd en toch prima op elkaar afgestemd. De service was ook fantastisch en de sfeer relaxt. En, wat mij betreft een plus, adults only.
Read moreCons: Het kaarsje ging uit, Duurde zeker een minuut voor ze het weer aanstaken
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Piranha_Mike
Points +301
Great food and ambience - Edit
Delicious and inventive food. They make a point of 'no fake meat' (not that I have a problem with that!). This means that the dishes are really unusual and unfamiliar, in a good way. I was out celebrating and the host gave me a drink on the house to honour that, which was a really nice touch.
Read morePros: Ambience and staff , Food , Wine
Cons: The profiteroles weren't quite as nice as the rest
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MonaPiotrow
Points +18
Delicious - Edit
The most beautiful kitchen design I've seen. You can see all the chefs working, no kitchen walls, all opened up. They clearly have nothing to hide. The chef goes to tables to talk to customers. What a breath of fresh air. The service is efficient and very friendly. What's not to like?! I see a few people go in with super high expectations. This restaurant is not the cheapest, but it's not expensive either, don't expect Michelin star service when you are not paying Michelin star prices. For their category, I think this is the best vegetarian restaurant I've been to in London in this level. The food is great and innovative, the wine list is superb. Service is careful and intimate.
Read morePros: no fake meats, no ultra-processed foods
Cons: you have to pre-order the tasting menu
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IviW(Ivik)
Points +11
Great find - Edit
I like the fact they don’t over do on the seasoning in every thing, which is the main problem I have with other places.
Read moreThey prepare the food from scratch, so you can ask them to put less salt for you. It’s always a great sign to see chefs cooking dish by dish, you can see their dedication and love for what they do.
Updated from previous review on 2024-09-16
Pros: go if you like to discover new things
Cons: too far from where I live
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dozer84
Points +190
Didn’t quite meet expectations - Edit
Nothing was bad at all but most the dishes could have been better. The croquette starter was great but the cheesy pasta and aubergine were lacking seasoning and the profiteroles were quite nice but with the wrong pasty as they were hard rather than soft
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arinarcady
Points +64
Incredible fine dining - Edit
Amazing for a special dinner! Mushroom focused exquisite food.
Read morePros: Atmosphere is wonderful, plants everywhere, Good service, Inventive wine list
Cons: It's fancy so know what you're in for!
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Michellepaire
Points +677
Great place - Edit
We enjoyed our diner at this place. Especially the dessert was super yummie.
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HilB
Points +272
Delicious Sunday lunch - Edit
We really enjoyed our Sunday lunch at Olivier’s Kitchen - a special belated birthday for my niece - and the intriguing menu with lots of foraged ingredients and Amazonian flavours. We chose a root-based roast with truly delicious Yorkshire puddings, veg and roast potatoes, and I couldn’t resist a fabulous vegan cheesecake. The food was beautifully presented and the service very friendly (we met the chef who told us about the sustainability principles which underscore his menu) - all in all a great discovery. I’m sure we’ll be back to try some more of the interesting menu!
Read morePros: Fresh veg-based roast not fake meats, Eco principles, Fine dining - mostly vegan
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Plumesworld
Points +977
A delightful evening - Edit
Found this restaurant after finding out the one we were planning on going to was closed. Luckily they keep half the tables open for walk-ins.
Read moreWe had the faux gras to start, I've never had the goose version but this was really good and a decent portion. I'm glad we got it to share.
I then had the fillets of trumpets royale. Grilled mushrooms with fried cassava in peppercorn sauce. It doesn't look like much but the flavour is immense.
For dessert we shared the matchamissu a green tea flavoured tiramisu with buckthorn ice cream. The ice cream was zingy and not a flavour I've ever tried before.
We'll definitely be heading back to try some of the other delights on the menu.
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Israel.P
Points +13
Perfect Place - Edit
Incredible night, I had dinner at Oliveira Kitchen and everything was wonderful, the food was delicious, very tasty and innovative, the attendants were super friendly, incredible place, I will definitely be back.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-07-28
Pros: Amazing food, Friendly staff, Good value
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KateEmmett
Points +4144
Great food - Edit
Beautiful restaurant with lovely staff. The food was great
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GloriaViegas
Points +19
The Best Vegetarian Restaurant in London - Edit
I had an absolutely lovely time at Oliveira Kitchen last weekend. Everything from the food, staff, atmosphere and music was perfect.
Read moreMy friend and I were one of the first to arrive and so we got to choose wherever we wished to sit. We chose the lovely table next to the beautiful indoor garden. After having one of the lovely staff give me a quick run through the menu I had the Forest Calamari for my starters and my friend had the Quail Egg with smoked potato mousse. Both the dishes didn't fail to impress. I'm not a big fan of poached egg but as soon as I gobbled my calamari up I helped my friend finish her dish up as well.
For the mains I had the Sea Flora Risotto, which was by far the best Risotto I've had. My friend had the Hen of the Woods and I of course made sure to grab a good few bites from her as well since the dish smelled as good as it looked. We ended up sharing the Matchamisu as we were so full. The dessert by itself is great but when paired with the Sea Buckthorn ice-cream is magnificent. I can't wait to go back and try out the rest of the menu. Overall a 10/10 experience.
Also, a quick shout out to their very extensive non-alcoholic drink section. The 0% wine spritzers are a must try!
Pros: Extensive and unique menu, Friendly and Professional Service , Great atmosphere
Cons: Wanted to try everything! Too many good choices!
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AnnaFo97
Points +13
My new fav veg restaurant in London - Edit
I have been there last night with my boyfriend. The staff was amazing. They explained to us all the different dishes there were on the menu. Extremely friendly and professional.
Read moreThe venue is beautiful, just the perfect atmosphere with nice quiet relaxing music and it is full of amazing plants.
What Can I say about the food?
Well, you have to try! It was delicious! We got a starter, a main and a dessert and they were just unbelievable! Also, the selection of wine is really good (and I am Italian so I could not be more than impressed).
I would recommend it for sure and I will go back with no doubts!
Updated from previous review on 2023-04-16
Pros: Friendly professional staff, Amazing particular food, Beautiful venue with open kitchen
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AlexanderMoir
Points +16
Amazing food and service with unique ingredients - Edit
The food was really, really good. The menu was well designed, from the choice of region-specific seasonal ingredients down to the copy of the menu. I had the faux grois to start, which was incredible. My main was the hen of the forest, and cassava chips on the side - a new favourite. Haven’t had vegan food like this anywhere else in london, so highly recommend.
Read moreThe wine menu was also extensive and the staff are knowledgeable about origins and pairings. Prices very reasonable for both the food and the wine. Worth it.
The general vibe in the restaurant was great with an open kitchen and plenty of plants. Chatty ambience but not too loud.
Pros: Thoughtful menu with seasonal ingredients , Enthusiastic and knowledgeable staff, Nice ambience
Cons: Too many good choices
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Barbarakleinss
Points +8
A Delightful Culinary Journey at Oliveira Kitchen - Edit
I recently had the pleasure of dining at a modern vegan vegetarian restaurant, and I must say, it was an absolutely delightful experience. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere that immediately put me at ease. The menu was full of creative and delicious dishes that highlighted the natural flavors of plant-based ingredients. Each dish was beautifully presented, and the attention to detail was evident in every bite. What truly stood out to me was the exceptional level of service provided by the staff, who were knowledgeable, friendly, and passionate about the restaurant's mission to promote sustainable, plant-based eating. Overall, my visit to this vegan restaurant was a truly positive experience, and I can't wait to return and try more of their delicious offerings.
Read moreUpdated from previous review on 2023-04-08
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bencerd
Points +19
A place to explore! - Edit
A family owned and operated vegetarian restaurant with a creatively designed circular open kitchen in the middle of its cosy upper room.
Read moreThe dishes are exciting and unique with unusual, exotic ingredients. The chef and the staff know their stuff, you can freely ask about the food and menu.
I had Oliveira's Faux Gras (really good!), Cream of Graviola and Celeriac (because Graviola is not something you often see), but also had a bite of Forest Floor Calamari which was exciting. I then had the Sea-Flora Acquerello which is basically a high-class risotto with sea vegetables and of course tasted amazing. Thanks to my wife I also had a taste of the Fillets of Trumpet Royale - I was told it is a popular choice among customers and I can see why, I think I liked that the most.
The dessert selection is very decent, too. I had the Amazonian Trio (all 3 sorbets look simple on the outside but each one is exciting in a different way) and had a taste of the Healthy Decadence (if you like chocolate at all, you can not go wrong with this one).
Their alcohol-free cocktail selection is also worth a mention: it is a very thoughtful addition and I'm glad I tried their Gin&Tonic!
Highly recommend this place to everyone, even (or especially!) to non-vegs. They are kinda hidden and unknown, but I have a feeling that fame is coming for them.
Pros: creative and tasty dishes, friendly place and friendly staff, decent portions
Cons: not for small children (understandably though)
Guest
agiisu
Points +28
unique and friendly - Edit
We spent a wonderful evening at the restaurant. It's a fabulous place with super nice staff and amazing food. Very creative menu, with veggies and fruits I have never even heard of, but they readily told me all about the dishes. I had the forest floor calamari and then the trumpet royale which had an amazingly tasty sauce. For dessert I went for the chocolate and it was unbelievably rich. They had absolutely no problem to veganize the dishes for me. Also they have a pretty big selection of non-alcoholic beverages, I enjoyed really great n.a. cocktails.
Read morePros: unique and creative menu, superb service , vegan options
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KPinLondon
Points +15
A refreshing outlook on vegetarian cuisine! - Edit
Chef-owner Emerson was a linguist in a past life, and he clearly has a passion for sustainability and curating vegetarian cuisine.
Read moreIt’s obvious that every detail on the menu has been meticulously thought out. From the names of the dishes, to the selection of the ingredients and curation. The food is influenced by his vast knowledge of international cultures and cuisine.
Was truly a refreshing experience. I had the 'hen-of-the woods' with okinawa gnocchi and algae ponzu.
Pros: High quality food and wine, Excellent customer service, Creative dishes
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LondonMags
Points +8
A very special place to experience authentic food - Edit
From the warm welcome, to the lovely atmosphere and décor, the caring and engaged staff, all the way to the beautifully curated dishes, Oliveira never ceases to exceed my expectations! It’s one of its kind, delivering the most beautiful, sustainability-sourced and adventurous dishes!
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Germandude
Points +11
Can't wait to go back - Edit
I've been to Oliveira Kitchen quite a few times now and love to go back every time. Beautiful dishes, friendly atmosphere and very friendly staff. I love to try the new things on their menu, which changes regularly. Don't be shy to ask about the dishes, the staff is well trained and explains everything in detail. They are very creative when it comes to ingredients and you can tell that everything is fresh and of very high quality. We've been there both for dinner and lunch and were never disappointed.
Read morePros: Good selection of starters, mains and deserts, Very creative new dishes every time we go, Super friendly staff
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Juli84
Points +13
Hidden gem in Shoreditch - Edit
This restaurant is just beautiful, and I’m not talking about the lovely decoration but the amazing food. With a great atmosphere, amazing service, my partner and myself had a wonderful time over there (and he is not even vegetarian)
Read moreThe food is really tasty, was freshly served. I’ve ordered a great organic Sauvignon Blanc wine and my partner had a taste of their organic rum and we just loved everything.
I truly recommend their Fillets of Trumpet Royale, it’s a must! Everything was beautifully cooked.
Oh and don’t forget to ask for the dessert, the Amazonian trio and the Cassava cake with Yuzu sorbet, makes the experience even better!
Updated from previous review on 2023-01-06
Pros: Amazing service , Fresh food , Very exotic option, loved it!
Cons: Defo none!
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leanature
Points +208
Fancy place rare dishes - Edit
The whole menue is with dishes you never heard of. Mushrooms you never tried.. Pumpkin types etc. Etc. The waitress had to explain every dish to us.
Read moreReally enjoyed it.. Since it's something ordinary which you don't have every day.
And which is special
Updated from previous review on 2022-12-05
Pros: Ordinary food, Good quality , Would go again, but not a every day restaurant
Cons: Expensive, 2 people over 130£ with service charge, Never paid that much for a dinner before
Guest
ashley1611
Points +162
Nice ambience but average food - Edit
Nice vibe if you’re on a date. Service was good.
Read moreI had pretty high hopes for the food as the menu looked creative and the vegan options (there were many) seemed very appealing. However the food was very average or slightly worse than average (e.g. my trofie pasta was too salty for me to finish it) and it didn’t help that the food is pricey.
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Sophiel
Points +406
Very special - Edit
Outstanding restaurant, highly personalised. Each meal is completely different and cooked to order. Very allergy friendly too, no problem catering to my nut allergy. Very special birthday meal!
Read morePros: Unique, Quality, Allergy friendly
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RobertReyner
Points +88
Lovely treat for a fancy meal out - Edit
Took a friend out for dinner, such a friendly little place. Yes, it’s on the expensive side, but once in a while is worth the treat, and it is worth it. Good food, good size portions, good wine, great desserts!
Read morePros: Lots of vegan options , All organic, Super friendly staff (very helpful)
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partyinthekitchen
Points +136
Delicious food and interesting options - Edit
A beautiful restaurant with the kitchen open and in the centre where chefs worked calmly and confidently. Relaxed, friendly service. The server talked me through the menu as there was lots new to discover: banana blossom, cassava chips, a good variety on the vegan cheeseboard.
Read moreI opted for ‘hen-of-the-woods’, a rare and delicious mushroom. The most exciting part for me was a truly delicious, proper vegan Irish coffee on the menu. Made with a lentil cream, which sits on the top and is served in a glass. We had a fabulous meal.
Pros: Great atmosphere , Unusual options , Delicious food
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yumchadong
Points +5588
Weak culinary experience - Edit
FYI. the restaurant uses Parmesan cheese that is NOT VEGETARIAN! They take great pride in using this cheese and even have a section written about it in their menu where they note themselves that it is not vegetarian. For a restaurant that markets itself as vegetarian, this is not OK 🤷♀️
Read moreInterestingly enough, the highlight of all dishes was the Peruvian chocolate tart which is vegan by nature! A true hit! Me saying that is quite something as I am normally very picky and hard to satisfy when it comes to desserts.
Starters were alright, we had a pierogi filled with artichoke cream which was good. The other starters were weak and not too memorable.
The vegan risotto was not to my liking: overly fatty (not creamy fatty but rather tasteless oily fatty) and the rice was boiled a bit too long 🙄 We ordered the Maitake Mushroom dish as the second main which was good, although the ratio of tomato sauce to the main ingredients was a bit off. I would have appreciated a bit more mushroom in the dish.
Cons: shouldnt be marketed as a vegetarian restaurant!
Oliveira.Kitchen
Dear Laura,
Read moreThank you for visiting our restaurant. It's unfortunate we didn't manage to please you.
We don't normally answer to reviews, the reason is simple, we believe everyone is entitled to their opinion and we leave it at that. Folks can make their own minds by reading the good and bad reviews.
The reason why I am answering to your review is only regarding the Parmesan cheese. There are a few points about it:
- There's no such a thing as vegetarian parmesan. You can have "parmesan-like" cheese, or "vegetarian Italian hard cheese". But you will not find Parmesan, the name parmesan is protected and you can only call your cheese Parmesan if you follow a certain recipe. Until this regulation changes, there'll be never a vegetarian Parmesan.
That's the ONLY item in our menu that is not "technically" vegetarian. Now if you think because of that we should not qualify as a vegetarian restaurant, I will agree to disagree.
We are upfront about it and we let it clear on our menu, we also provide a vegan alternative for anyone who has issues with it.
If finding Parmesan on the menu insults you, so maybe our restaurant is not for you.
Everything we do is all about sustainability. We are trying to offer everyone an alternative diet that is sustainable, clean, environmentally minded and yet still delicious. We never propose to be strictly vegan. We are more concerned with being organic and environmental issues than being vegetarian.
Most of our customers, at least 85%, are meat eaters. We are very proud to say we represent for all of them an introduction to vegetarianism. Even though that is not our intention.
We will not win people over by being radicals. We believe in a dialogue where we try to attract people with a conversation over a sustainable way of living and we demonstrate a few ideas on how to do it.
Our food is organic. 80% of our dishes are vegan.
All our drinks are vegan an organic.
All our wines are vegan, organic/biodynamic, low sulphite, natural.
All our food is handmade by us using premium products.
All beers and spirits are all vegan, organic, handcrafted by small independent producers.
We are doing more for the environment than most of our competition. We use only environmentally friendly cooking methods. There's no gas or any form of energy waste in our kitchen.
It's a pity you gave us 3 stars because of our Parmesan.
We knew we wouldn't please everyone. I am truly sorry this has upset you.
Warmest regards,
Emerson
yumchadong
That's all good and well, but why not use a vegetarian alternative to Parmesan cheese? As you point out there are many.
Read moreI don't have a problem at all with the use of Parmesan cheese in your menu, but I do think - and I want to emphasise this point - that no business in the hospitality industry should refer to their customers as "radicals".
It is inconsistent and incorrect to market oneself as a vegetarian restaurant but use a non-vegetarian cheese. You either strive to be a vegetarian restaurant or you can be a mostly vegetarian restaurant. Both are acceptable choices, but you can't call yourself something you are not.
Finally, let me comment on my star rating. The rating was purely based on the culinary experience which was overall average, hence the 3 stars. I did not deduct any stars for the use of non-vegetarian cheese, but I found it worthwhile to point this out to the community because, as you might have noticed, people do care about these things.
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