The Olive Tree Brugge is a family-run Greek and Mediterranean restaurant at Wollestraat 3, just steps from the Markt and the Belfry in the historic center of Bruges. Diners know it for traditional Greek cooking in an intimate, stylish dining room. It holds a 4.5-star average rating, and many reviewers single out its souvlaki.
The menu focuses on familiar Greek dishes rather than reinventions. Grilled souvlaki is the dish regulars recommend first. Mezze-style starters suit couples who want to share, and the plainer grill plates work well for families with children. The small dining room keeps the atmosphere quiet and personal, and staff tend to greet returning guests by name. For travelers tired of mussels and frites on Wollestraat, it offers a warm Mediterranean alternative.
Visitor Highlights & Practical Info
Wollestraat is one of the busiest streets in Bruges. It connects the Markt to the canal views at Rozenhoedkaai, so foot traffic peaks from late morning through early evening, especially in summer and during the December Christmas markets. Booking ahead is wise for dinner on weekends and in high season, because a small dining room fills quickly. For a calmer meal, come for an early lunch or a later weekday dinner. Confirm current opening hours directly with the restaurant before you go, since schedules can change by season. After eating, you can walk to the Belfry, the Groeninge Museum on the Dijver, or the canal-boat departure points along Rozenhoedkaai. Buses stop near the Markt, and Bruges railway station is about a 20-minute walk away.
