Authentic Spanish food, with main meals and a large selection of tapa dishes. All food is home made with Spanish love behind them. Compliment the food with delicious beers and wines from our list.
Olivares Tapas Bar is family friendly. They have vegetarian options available.
Tucked into the corner of Castle Hill square, with views of the square, the castle and Cathedral, it's a lovely place to be.
OPENING HOURS
Monday: 12:00 - 15:00 and 17:00 - 22:30Tuesday: 12:00 - 15:00 and 17:00 - 22:30
Wednesday: 12:00 - 15:00 and 17:00 - 22:30
Thursday: 12:00 - 15:00 and 17:00 - 22:30
Friday: 12:00 - 15:00 and 17:00 - 23:00
Saturday: 12:00 - 23:30
Places To Stay Nearby
Why not make it more than a day in Lincoln and find a cosy place to stay? Here are a few possibilities close by.
Hotels
The White Hart
A recently refurbished atmospheric Hotel at the centre of the most historic part of city, facing the castle & cathedral. We have free private parking and Wi-Fi.
Rooms at The White Hart Hotel Lincoln feature traditional furniture and décor, and come with a flat-screen TV, a writing desk and a private bathroom fitted with a bathtub, a shower and a hairdryer. Some rooms have views of the Cathedral and come with a seating area with leather sofas.
We have an award winning restaurant and arguably the best cocktail bar in the city. With over 50 well appointed en-suite bedrooms, many with excellent views of the cathedral it's a fantastic place to stay when visiting Lincoln.
Hotels
The Rest
The Rest Boutique Hotel is set in an amazing location, tucked away on award winning cobbled street in the heart of the Historic Bailgate district. The Rest is the most central of hotels in Lincoln to stay in for Lincoln University, Cathedral, Castle and City Centre.
All rooms are ensuite and have their own private outside entrances, offering the independence of a luxury private hideaway with all the benefits of a cosy boutique hotel including plentiful breakfast options and a friendly team on hand to greet you and assist with your stay.
Hotels
The Castle Hotel
The Castle Hotel in Lincoln offers luxurious, home-from-home comfort. In a fantastic hotel in Lincoln city centre setting - just a quick walk from town. Book with them directly for access to exclusive special offers.
With stunning views, luxury rooms, Serviced Apartments and fantastic food available at the Lounge Bar or Reform Restaurant. The central location means guests are perfectly placed to enjoy Lincoln's many attractions. They have a wide range of room types available. All with award-winning interior design to add a hint of luxury and style.
The Castle is one of the finest hotels in Lincoln. They pride themselves in offering the very best experience. The team of professional staff are on hand to assist you 24/7. They aim to make your visit to Lincoln pleasurable and relaxing.
With free on-site parking reserved especially for you, and a relaxed bar for an enjoyable evening. They help to provide the perfect haven for anyone looking to visit Lincoln.
Things To See And Do Nearby
Looking for landmarks, attractions and places to go nearby - here's a few ideas to warm you up.
Festivals
Asylum Steampunk 2025
Wow - can it really be the 15th annual Steampunk festival in Lincoln? It can and it is!
This is an event in Lincoln that you cannot miss - it's one of the happiest, most unique and fun festivals in Europe. Whether you're a Steampunker or not, it's great to wander around and take it all in.
Just some of the events during the few days typically include:
- Steampunk Market
- Asylum Costume Competition and Parade
- The Asylum’s Most Splendid Promenade
- Steampunk Campus
- The Illicit Market
- Jet Pack Race
- Tea Duelling
- The Great Exhibition
- The Wacky Racers and Pararacers
Steampunk in Lincoln is a mixture of art, literature, music, fashion, comedy and good old fashion fun!
For general information about the Steampunk festival in Lincoln click here.
Exhibitions & Fayres
Victoria & Albert Collection
The Lincoln Collection museum and gallery will host a special collection to celebrate the 200th anniversary of the births of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert.
The Collection Museum and the Usher Gallery will be home to treasures from London’s Victoria and Albert (V&A) Museum as well as the National Portrait Gallery from October 5 to January 5 (2020).
You'll be able to see the first-ever Christmas card, paintings by Sir Edwin Henry Landseer, Queen Victoria's favourite artist and chief portraitist of the Royal family, and, the unique 12th-century Gloucester Candlestick.
Markets
Lincoln Makers Market
The Lincoln Artists’ Market is a group of traditional and contemporary artists who sell their work on a street market in Castle Hill Car Park.
These unique markets offer a great opportunity to buy something a bit different for yourself or as gifts for others.