Welcome to the guide This is our 14th Annual Oxfordshire Restaurant Guide and we hope you enjoy sampling some of the fabulous restaurants we have included for you this year. Whether you’re looking for city centre or country location, we have some great establishments this year for you to enjoy. And don’t forget if you’re a real fan of Oxfordshire restaurants, why not vote for your favourite in the 2014 Oxfordshire Restaurant Awards. Please visit the awards website at www.oxfordshirerestaurantawards.co.uk and register your vote today. Have a great year eating out!
Richard Rosser Editor, The Oxfordshire Restaurant Guide The Oxfordshire Restaurant Awards 2014 will be held on Tuesday 4th November. See www.oxfordshirerestaurantawards.com for more information.
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Guide Contents 4. A welcome from Jo Butler 5. Selected Quotes 6. Oxfordshire Map 8. Oxford City Centre Map 10. Quod 11. Browns 12. La Cucina 13. Turl Street Kitchen 14. Old Parsonage 15. Big Bang 16. Aziz / Aziz Express 17. The Baskerville / Bear & Ragged Staff 18. Chutneys Indian Brasserie / Iffley Blue 19. Jee Saheb / Modern Art Oxford 20. The Rose / Saffron 21. The Rose Tree / Qumins 22. The Tree Hotel / Witney Lakes Resort 23. Pierre Victoire 24. The Chequers Burcot 25. The Feathers 26. Gee’s 27. Malmaison 28. The Oxford Kitchen 29. Fallowfields Hotel & Restaurant 30. Macdonald Randolph Hotel 31. The Red Lion 32. The Snooty Mehmaan 33. The Anchor 34. Oxford Blue 35. The Westwood Hotel 36. Cherwell Boathouse 37. Malikas 38. Waterside Restaurant
Welcome from Jo Butler I moved to Oxford four years ago and the abundance of fantastic restaurants to choose from never ceases to amaze me. Oxford, as a city, is defined by the colleges, the culture and a history which is second to none. To spend a day in Oxford enjoying a stroll around a picturesque college, followed by some punting and then a coffee in a small café is my idea of heaven, but being able to round the day off in one of the many excellent restaurants Oxford has to offer makes the day perfect. But don’t feel limited to the city centre. If you’re visiting Oxford, why not extend your stay and make sure you sample one of the superb restaurants beyond the city walls. With many a short taxi ride away, you can immerse yourself in rural Oxfordshire and see why our beautiful county is not only an attraction to visitors from afar, it’s also a wonderful place to live.
Joanne Butler Project Manager, Experience Oxfordshire
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Selected Quotes “In a market as competitive and diverse as Oxford it is imperative to have an offering that stands out from the crowd, here at the Randolph it comes by way of our exquisite modern approach to classical English dining, this paired with attentive, knowledgeable yet relaxed service is set in Oxford’s most awe inspiring dining room.” Andrew Hemsley, Restaurant Manager at The Randolph Restaurant. “Thanks to our specialist European and Indian head chefs our guests enjoy the benefits of local ingredients with spices and herbs from around the world in our charming pub restaurant. Excellent service is the icing on the cake, or the Gulab Jalum – whichever takes your fancy!” Kavita Pal, Managing Director of the Tree Hotel in Iffley. “The setting of this restaurant is idyllic with gardens next to pastures where cows & ponies grazed. The service was friendly & discreet, coming at just the right pace. The food was exquisite - cooked to perfection and displayed with such artistry” A recent guest at Fallowfields.
"Hooked from our first visit, delicious choice of bangers, and both salad and mashes are superb, service is great & informative. It's a must if you fancy a change. Portion sizes are perfect. One of our fave places to eat! Well done The Big Bang." A recent guest at The Big Bang.
“At TSK you can expect a nice atmosphere, extremely fresh & seasonal food and a huge variety of alcoholic, soft & hot drinks. People come here because we offer what's fresh on the market and especially in Oxfordshire. Being a sustainable restaurant that changes its menu twice a day it is a big challenge and certainly keeps us busy!” Javier Padron Iribarne, General Manager at Turl Street Kitchen. 5
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1. Quod 2. Browns 3. La Cucina 4. Turl Street Kitchen 5. Old Parsonage 6. The Big Bang 7. Aziz 8. Chutneys 9. Jee Saheb 10. Modern Art Oxford 11. The Rose 12. Saffron
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2011: Nominated
A: 92-94 High Street, Oxford, OX1 4BJ T: (01865) 202 505 W: www.quod.co.uk E: quod@oldbank-hotel.co.uk TW: @QuodBrasserie Cuisine: European Open: Every day from 7.00am – 11.00pm, 10.30pm Sunday. 3 Reasons to visit Quod ✓ Situated on the High Street in the heart of historic Oxford. ✓ Fantastic quality beef, lamb and pork come from our Oxfordshire ‘Rofford Farm’. ✓ Free car park in the centre of the city
Accessed from the High Street through a glass lobby, Quod Brasserie with its terrace & bar forms the hub of the Old Bank Hotel. This vibrant, bustling space houses the owner’s collection of contemporary British art and is the most successful restaurant in the city. Quod is open all day, every day serving a European style menu. Drop in for coffee, breakfast, a great value set lunch menu, traditional English afternoon tea, cocktails or dinner. Fish comes from Brixham and Jersey; fantastic roasts and daily specials Aberdeen Angus beef, Poll Dorset lamb and Oxford Sandy and Black pork are from our Oxfordshire Rofford Farm. Guests enjoy the comfort, familiarity and hubbub of this Oxford institution where they will always receive a warm welcome, and friendly knowledgeable service. There are three stylish adjoining rooms perfect for meetings and private dining and the bonus of a large car park. Jazz on Sunday evenings.
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2012: Nominated
A: 5-11 Woodstock Rd, Oxford, OX2 6HA T: (01865) 511 995 W: www.browns-restaurants.co.uk E: browns.oxford@mbplc.com TW: @BrownsBrasserie Cuisine: Contemporary Open: Open: 9.00am Close: 11pm (11.30pm Fri & Sat, 10.30pm Sun). Bar until: 11pm (12.00am Fri & Sat, 10.30pm Sun). Full Menu from: 11am Breakfast/Brunch until: 12noon. Afternoon Tea: 2pm to 5.30pm 3 Reasons to visit Browns
✓ An Oxford institution - Popular with locals and visitors alike ✓ Excellent location ✓ Fantastic menu
Browns achieved ‘Oxford institution’ status many years ago. Located conveniently in the centre of Oxford, but just far enough away from the busiest shopping streets to give it a relaxed and enjoyable atmosphere, the restaurant attracts a wide range of customers from families to businessmen, students to tourists. In the summer tables spill out onto the pavement emphasising the French brassiere feel, while in the colder winter months the restaurant always looks friendly, warm and enticing. The menu is broad offering breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea and dinner with a la carte appetizers and starters through to fish and meat courses, and dangerously tempting desserts. This wealth of choice includes the timeless Browns classics such as Steak Mushroom & Guinness Pie, the healthy House Salad with a choice of toppings or everyone's favourite, Fish & Chips! The Browns twist on the Eton Mess and the chef's daily specials including Fish of the Day keep the menu fresh and interesting. A wide range of cocktails, beers and wines complement all occasions and tastes.
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2013: Nominated
A: 39 - 40 St Clements, Oxford, OX4 1AB T: (01865) 793 811 W: www.lacucinaoxford.co.uk E: lacucinaoxford@hotmail.co.uk Cuisine: Italian Open: Open Monday to Sunday: 11am to 10.30pm 3 Reasons to visit La Cucina ✓ Real Italian home-cooking ✓ Huge range of genuine Italian deli products ✓ Buzzing and welcoming atmosphere
Alberto and his team at La Cucina bring a true taste of Italy to Oxford. From the open kitchen in summer months you could enjoy specials such as black linguine and spicy crab sauce to lobster and courgette ravioli. During winter you’ll see specials like "osso bucco," pigs trotter and lentils or venison "tagliata" and polenta to name a few. The La Cucina shelves are plentiful with the finest Italian deli products: Gluten free pasta, balsamic onions, mustard fruits and Italian cheeses etc. can be bought from the kitchen. Many local La Cucina followers drop in for an espresso one day, an aperitivo e assaggi the next, then arrange a family birthday treat on another. Whatever the occasion, La Cucina really is a home from home. Some people like the food so much they utilise the outside catering team and delivery service too! LA CUCINA a casa tua… leave it to them to make all arrangements - office parties, family gatherings at home, any occasion.
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A: 16-17 Turl Street, Oxford, OX1 3DH T: (01865) 264 171 W: www.turlstreetkitchen.co.uk E: book@turlstreetkitchen.co.uk TW: @turlstkitchen FB: turlstreetkitchen Cuisine: British Open: Sunday - Thursday - 8am till Midnight. Friday and Saturday - 8am - 1am 3 Reasons to visit Turl Street Kitchen ✓ Great location ✓ Relaxed atmosphere ✓ Fantastic menu
Situated on peaceful Turl Street in the heart of Oxford City Centre is the Turl Street Kitchen: a dining establishment with a difference; a social enterprise giving all profits to charity. This is no volunteer outfit, however: the food’s definitely professional and consistently, unfussily delicious. With a focus on local ingredients and sustainable sourcing, the menu changes twice daily depending on what’s available. Menus are available on their website or Twitter (@turlstkitchen) shortly before mealtimes. Typical dishes include a range of fresh salads, hearty braises or whole fish from sustainable sources. The home-made puddings are also not to be missed! In terms of drinks, TSK offers a wide variety of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages – from rose lemonade and independent colas to fresh juices and a well chosen selection of wines. As with the food, the drinks focus on independent and British producers, such as the specially produced Cotswold stout.
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A: 1 – 3 Banbury Road, Oxford, 0X2 6NN T: (01865) 310 210 W: www.oldparsonage-hotel.co.uk E: restaurant@oldparsonage-hotel.co.uk TW: @OldParsonageOx FB: OldParsonageHotel Cuisine: Classic British Open: Every day from 7.00am – 11.00pm, 10.30pm Sunday 3 Reasons to visit Old Parsonage ✓ Expertly cooked seasonal British ingredients. ✓ Choose to dine inside in our chic restaurant or bar, or on our sheltered terrace. ✓ Oxford’s number one destination for afternoon tea.
The new look restaurant and bar, famous for its intimate, bohemian, clubby atmosphere, displays an amazing collection of eclectic oil paintings, mainly portraits of well-known writers and artists, interspersed with Oxford cartoons. The kitchen uses the best produce, cooked simply to create classic British dishes with a modern, light touch. In spring, think gulls eggs, asparagus and Jersey potatoes… In summer sea trout, samphire, broad beans, goats curd and perfectly ripe Oxfordshire berries. Autumn brings us the best flat fish and local game, and in winter there is plenty of Aberdeen Angus beef, Poll Dorset lamb & Oxford Sandy & black pork from our Oxfordshire Rofford Farm. Open every day of the year, enjoy breakfast, elevenses and an extensive set lunch/early supper menu. At weekends, there is a weekly changing Sunday roast from our Oxfordshire Rofford Farm. A new pastry section in the kitchen ensures we continue to be Oxford’s number one destination for afternoon tea to be enjoyed in the company of Oxford’s academic and literary elite.
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2013: Nominated
A: 42 Oxford Castle Quarter, OX11AY T: (01865) 249 413 W: www.thebigbangrestaurants.co.uk E: bookings@thebigbangoxford.co.uk TW: @BigBangOx Cuisine: English Open: From 10am to 11pm seven days a week, kitchen closed 3-5 pm midweek 3 Reasons to visit The Big Bang ✓ Probably the most unique restaurant in Oxford! ✓ Gains its very own beach throughout Summer ✓ Live local music
The Big Bang is the true gastronomic experience of Great Britain, with 180 seats inside and out, set within Oxford’s most ancient and beautiful setting, the Oxford Castle Quarter. We serve classic favourites, done with a bit of style. Almost everything is sourced from within 20 miles of the city and in doing so, we allow you to taste the authentic flavours of Oxford, not a chain restaurant version of it. We also throw in the best of our art, of local live music, and add a touch of eccentric British charm. Whether it’s Barbeque, Breakfast, Sunday Roast, coffees, traditional home cooked puddings, or the widest selection of our award winning Great British Bangers & Mash, there’s no better place for it. Open 7 days a week, from breakfast to dinner.
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A: 228-230 Cowley Rd, Oxford, OX4 1UH T: (01865) 794 945 W: www.aziz.uk.com E: manager@aziz.uk.com TW: @AzizOxford Cuisine: Asian Open: Mon-Thu: 12pm-2.15pm, 6pm-11.30pm. Fri: 6pm-11.30pm. Sat: 12pm-2.15pm, 6pm-11.30pm. Sun: 12.30pm-4pm, 6pm-11.30pm.
With our restaurant we have created an ambiance that will make you feel relaxed and welcomed. With our award winning team of chefs to our front of house staff who will offer you a great dinning experience. For over two decades Aziz Restaurant has graced Oxford with its fine cusine, and will do for many years to come. We welcome you to the tables of the Nawab of Bengal, and the poets Quazi Nuzrul Islam and Rabrindanath Tagore, whose household recipes have partly inspired us. If you are a little fond of Mozart, Yeats or cricket, they will be delighted you came. Or why not just eat, drink and be merry?
A: Ozone Leisure Park, Grenoble Rd, Oxford, OX4 4XP T: (01865) 395 870 W: www.azizexpress.co.uk E: info@azizexpress.co.uk TW: @AzizExpress Cuisine: Asian Open: Open every day, including holidays. Weekdays: 4.45pm-10.15pm, Weekends: 12pm-10.15pm.
Aziz Express is the bouncy sibling to big brother Aziz, the original restaurant on Cowley Road and an ideal place to pop-in for an Asian buffet dining experience that’s ready when you are. We offer new and innovative dishes that are not offered at Cowley with so many more new additions all the time. Our Express Restaurant offers both Buffet & A la carte menu. Located @ Ozone Leisure and Entertainment Park, with lots to do even before you decided to dine with us such as bowling, cinema, and bingo and lots more! We are adjacent to the home of Oxford United, the Kassam stadium. We don't offer fine dining, but what we do offer is quick and exquisite cuisine‌ The 'Aziz' way! 16
A: 7 Station Road, Lower Shiplake, Henley on Thames Oxon RG9 3NY T: (01189) 403 332 W: www.thebaskerville.com E: enquiries@thebaskerville.com Cuisine: Modern British Open: Bar: Mon to Sat 11.00am to 11.00pm. Sun 12 noon to 10.30pm. Restaurant: Mon to Thu 12 noon to 9.30pm Fri & Sat 12 noon to 10.00pm Sun 12 noon to 3.30pm
This quintessentially English village pub retains a proper bar where the walls reflect local passions for rowing, rugby and great beer. Idle away the summer hours over a glass of wine with al fresco dining in our beautiful mature garden. The restaurant and our food evolve with the seasons, cool and refreshing in the summer and warm and comforting in the winter with roaring log fires. It is the perfect place to meet up with friends and family or for an intimate table to enjoy delicious food and wine in an informal and relaxed atmosphere.
A: 28 Appleton Road, Cumnor, Oxford OX2 9QH T: (01865) 862 329 W: www.thebearandraggedstaff.co.uk E: enquiries@bearandraggedstaff.com TW: @Bear_Cumnor Cuisine: British Open: Bar: 11.30am - 1am, Lunch: 12noon - 3pm, Sunday Lunch: 12noon - 6pm, Dinner: Mon to Fri 6pm - 9.30pm, Sat 12noon - 9.30pm
Located in the lovely village of Cumnor, just 3 miles from Oxford, The Inn underwent a refit and kitchen extension and now boasts a beautiful restaurant and 16th century bar restored to its stunning original glory. The dining menu features traditional English country cooking with a smattering of international dishes. We emphasize steak, game, pub favourites and roasts. Log fires, real ales, a relaxed atmosphere and a warm hug await you at The Bear and Ragged Staff.
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A: 36 St Michael's Street, Oxford, OX1 2EB T: (01865) 724241 W: www.chutneysoxford.co.uk E: info@chutneysoxford.co.uk Cuisine: Indian Open: Sunday - Thursday: 12:00 noon - 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 11:00pm. Friday - Saturday: 12:00 noon 2:30pm & 5:30pm - 11:30pm
Chutneys is the oldest surviving Indian restaurant in the Oxford City. A tribute perhaps, to our belief in good customer service, quality produce and the importance of a comfortable environment for our guests to appreciate the wonders served up by our kitchen. Our menus are based on the highest quality produce and fresh seasonal ingredients from all corners of South East Asia. We specialise in a large variety of dishes from the sub-continent whether they are vegetarian or non-vegetarian. We use 100% vegetarian oil, containing no cholesterol. All ingredients are carefully sourced and we never use artificial colours, flavours or preservatives.
A: Church Way, Oxford OX4 4DZ T: (01865) 332 112 W: www.iffleyblue.co.uk E: reservations@iffleyblue.co.uk TW: @IffleyBlue Cuisine: Contemporary Open: Breakfast: Mon–Fri 07:00–09:30, Sat–Sun 08:00–10:30, Bank Holiday 08:00–10:30. Lunch & Dinner: Mon–Fri 12:00–22:00, Sat–Sun 12:00–22:00, Bank Holiday 12:00–22:00
Iffley Blue is a relaxed and informal restaurant situated within Hawkwell House Hotel. Iffley Blue serves fresh, well sourced dishes that change regularly, with seasonal themes. Four large roof lights dominate the new restaurant, with a mixture of contemporary and classic style chairs and tables. There is a wood burning oven in an open kitchen that provides gourmet pizzas, alongside the interesting menu. There is a bar with sofas and armchairs where you can drink and nibble on delicious grazing platters.
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Jee Saheb
2013: Nominated
A: 15 N Parade Ave Oxford OX2 6LX T: (01865) 513 773 W: www.jeesaheb.co.uk E: feedback@jeesaheb.co.uk Cuisine: Indian Open: Monday - Sunday: 12noon – 2.30pm, 6.00pm – 11.00pm. Closed Friday lunch time. Delivery evenings only
The Jee Saheb Restaurant offers cuisine from the Asian sub-continent, classic and creative dishes from Bangladesh, India and Pakistan. With our restaurant we have created an ambience that will make you feel relaxed and welcomed. Our key aim is to use fresh produce and source it from local suppliers where possible. We offer no fuss, just classic Asian cuisine. You can enjoy our food in a main dining room, with a party of friends in our function room with a capacity of 28, or if the weather permits in our garden.
A: 30 Pembroke St, Oxford OX1 1BP T: (01865) 722 733 W: www.modernartoxford.org.uk E: info@modernartoxford.org.uk TW: @mao_gallery Cuisine: British / Café Open: Tue-Sat: 11am – 6pm, Sun: 12pm – 5pm. Galleries and bar open later on event nights. Closed Monday.
Modern Art Oxford now has a wonderful new café deli, providing an extensive fresh food salad bar as well as homemade soups, made to order sandwiches and paninis. Everything is made on site and our cakes are creating quite a reputation for not just being very naughty but also extremely delicious. We’re also very proud of our coffee which is served by our skilled baristas. We hear that we’re in the top five cafes for coffee so with that in mind as well as our fresh food and outstanding cakes where else would you go for lunch?
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A: 51 High Street, Oxford, OX1 4AS T: (01865) 244 429 W: www.the-rose.biz E: info@the-rose.biz TW: @IffleyBlue Cuisine: British Open: Mon-Sat: 9am-7pm, Sunday: 10am-6pm.
Welcome to The Rose’s website. The Rose is a small restaurant and tea room on High Street in Oxford which serves first class, freshly prepared food. From our breakfasts to our afternoon teas, we take great care in choosing the best ingredients available and preparing our food from scratch. Our afternoon tea menu, with fresh scones and loose leaf teas, makes for the perfect break for a busy day about town. Though several of our lunch dishes feature on our menu throughout the year, we pride ourselves on our menu of specials which we change several times a week. In general, we try to make use of seasonal produce, simply because it tastes better. Asparagus flown in from Peru do not compare to a freshly cut English spear, even if the latter is only available for a few months of the year.
A: 204-206 Banbury Road, Summertown, Oxford OX2 7BY T: (01865) 512211 W: www.saffronatoxford.co.uk E: info@saffronatoxford.co.uk TW: @IffleyBlue Cuisine: Indian Open: Daily: Lunch 12noon - 2.30pm, Dinner 5.30pm - 11.30pm
You will always be warmly welcomed to enjoy a meal where only the finest ingredients are used, with no artificial colouring or additives. The fresh food is beautifully cooked and accentuated with subtle and fantastic spices. We are in the Top 30 Best in Britain (BIBA), and also one of the Top 30 UK Restaurants in the British Curry Awards. Why not order online and let us deliver to your door? Delivery is free for all orders above £10 within a five mile radius of the restaurant – we cover OX1 to OX5.
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2012: Nominated (as 'Rosemary')
A: 81 London Road, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9AA T: (01865) 741 888 W: www.therosetreerestaurant.com E: service@therosetreerestaurant.com Cuisine: Asian Open: Monday - Thursday 12:00 - 23:00, Friday - Saturday 12:00 - 00:00, Sunday 12:00 - 22:00
The Rose Tree is modern Chinese restaurant serving a wide variety of Asian cuisine. With a huge variety of cuisine types from traditional Chinese dishes such as crispy duck pancakes and Dim Sum to Thai curries and Japanese Bento boxes, there is literally something for every palate. Should you find it difficult to decide between them all however the friendly staff are on-hand to offer suggestions based on your favourite flavours or you could opt from one of the carefully selected set menus from ÂŁ18.95 per person. Finish off your meal with one of our many delicious desserts, both traditional and modern, or some cold and refreshing Bubble Tea (a Taiwanese favourite) or a pot of fruit tea. With so many options available, a return visit will definitely be required!
2012: Nominated
A: 86 St. Clements St, Oxford OX4 1AR T: (01865) 247 093 W: www.qumins.co.uk E: info@qumins.co.uk TW: @QuminsOxford Cuisine: Indian Open: Daily (except Friday): 11.30am to 2.30pm / 5.30pm to 11.30pm, Friday: 11.30am to 12.30pm / 5.30 to 11.30pm, Bar: open till 1am/2am Fri to Sat.
For visitors seeking an alternative to the bland uniformity of many a modern town centre restaurant, Qumins offers an appealing individuality blending traditional techniques with modern sophistication. Established in 2004 as a family-run business, managed by Ali Azam and his two sons, Qumins aims to provide an exciting new experience in fine Indian cuisine. All dishes are made using the freshest, finest ingredients, and most importantly are cooked with love and passion. Why not sample some of their rustic, house special curries which are pot cooked bursting with many special flavours or even the mouth watering sizzling seafood dishes from the north and, less explored, southern Indian cuisine. The menu provides a great selection of vegetarian dishes too – many more than the usual meagre offerings of other Indian restaurants. With an emphasis on refined yet creative Indian cuisine, the menu incorporates both traditional classic favourites and original new dishes that apply Eastern flavours with a Western twist making your visit to Qumins a memorable experience. 21
A: 63 Church Way, Iffley Village, Oxford, OX4 4EY T: (01865) 775 974 W: iffley.treehotel.co.uk E: enquiries@treehotel.co.uk Cuisine: Indian Open: 8am-11pm daily.
The Tree Hotel at Iffley combines modern pub dining with the comforts of a traditional English hotel and superb service. The restaurant has a warm and welcoming atmosphere and champion’s wonderful food from around the world specialising in European and Indian food created by specialist head chefs who use the freshest of ingredients. An excellent venue for events catering up to 100 people.
A: Downs Road, Witney, OX29 0SY T: (01993) 893 012 W: www.witney-lakes.co.uk E: restaurant@witney-lakes.co.uk TW: @witneylakes Cuisine: British Open: Mon: 12pm-3pm. Tue-Thu: 12pm-3pm, 6.30pm-9pm. Fri: 12pm-9pm. Sat: 6.30pm-9pm. Sun: 12pm-3pm.
As West Oxfordshire's premier local restaurant we use the finest seasonal ingredients to produce outstanding contemporary British cuisine from our award winning kitchen. Combine that with friendly service and great value for money and you have our philosophy. Our revered Thursday Foodie Night is developing a cult following and with wine evenings hosted by top champagne houses and regular live music we cater to a variety of tastes. With alfresco dining on the lakeside terrace we can’t think of a more pleasant spot to enjoy a chilled glass of wine this summer than in our restaurant in Witney.
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2013: Nominated 2011: Winner (Public Vote) 2011: Winner (Rest of Europe category)
A: 9 Little Clarendon St, Jericho, Oxford OX1 2HP T: (01865) 316 616 W: www.pierrevictoire.co.uk FB: PierreVictoire Open: Lunch: Monday - Saturday 12.00 - 14.30 Sunday 12.00 - 16.30. Diner: Monday - Saturday 18.00 - 23.00 Sunday 16.30 - 22.00. 3 Reasons to visit Pierre Victoire ✓ A restaurant with real character ✓ Fantastic menu ✓ Excellent location in Jericho
When we opened Pierre Victoire in 1996 we wanted to create somewhere for people to enjoy authentically cooked, traditional dishes in an informal environment at reasonable prices, the way the French do… Eighteen years on, and we’re still doing just that – and we’re busier than ever! Our team of chefs have earned high praise for their signature dishes such as Duck Confit, escargot, moules-frites, tartiflette and fondue savoyarde. And the restaurant itself is certainly informal with its rustic furniture and candles, but our customers love it, and most are regulars. Eat from £7.90 at lunch time, or in the evening choose from either our a la carte menu or one of our prix fixe menus, such as three courses for £23.50 or our pre-theatre menu which offers two courses plus coffee for £11.50. For groups and parties of up to 60, for any celebration, we offer a three course party menu for £21.
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2013: Nominated
A: Abingdon Road, Burcot OX14 3DP T: (01865) 407 771 W: www.thechequers-burcot.co.uk E: enquiries@thechequers-burcot.co.uk Cuisine: British Open: Tuesday-Sunday 12pm-3pm, 6pm-9pm 3 Reasons to visit The Chequers Burcot ✓ Real home comfort cooking ✓ Local seasonal produce ✓ Situated in a charming 400-year-old inn
The 400 year old The Chequers at Burcot standing just off the A415 about 5miles south of Oxford has come a long way since multi-award-winning chef Steven Sanderson first took the reins in 2006. Steve’s cooking is intelligent, straight forward and elegant, with simplicity, flavour and skill at the top of his agenda. His ability to create home comfort and nostalgic food with a modern twist is evident throughout the ever evolving menu. Steven values seasonal produce, and he puts emphasis on small, family run, local farms, and tries to get produce from as close to source as possible. "We take a lot of time and care in choosing who supplies produce to The Chequers. As a company we aim to be as environmentally friendly as we can and this in turn is a demand we make of suppliers." The focus at The Chequers is on great food and customer service to make your visit a memorable one and to exceed customers' expectations every step of the way. Booking is always recommended.
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2013: Nominated 2012: Winner (Restaurant of the Year) 2012: Winner (Gastronomic Category)
A: 16-20 Market St Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1SX T: (01993) 812 291 W: www.feathers.co.uk E: reception@feathers.co.uk TW: @FeathersHotel Cuisine: British Open: Serving times at 12 - 9.30 every day. 3 Reasons to visit The Feathers ✓ Guinness World Record holder for varieties of Gin ✓ Stylish bar and smart terrace with a great reputation. ✓ Fresh, seasonal, locally sourced ingredients
Ruffle some feathers. When you have a comfortable bed to tumble into, just a few steps from the dining room, it’s as well to do so replete with fine food and maybe a glass or two of a good wine. Eating and drinking is at the heart of The Feathers' experience. Our 2 AA Rosette team deliver British classics with regular seasonal changes; light and fresh in summer, rich and robust in winter. Main menu items available throughout the restaurant, bar and terrace. The locals know about our bar and The Courtyard too – always a good sign – so you’ll hear some good gossip if you listen carefully.
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A: 61 Banbury Road Oxford OX2 6PE T: (01865) 553 540 W: www.gees-restaurant.co.uk E: info@gees-restaurant.co.uk Cuisine: Mediterranean Open: Sunday to Thursday 10am – 10.30pm, Friday and Saturday 11pm. 3 Reasons to visit Gee’s ✓ Dine in the most beautiful restaurant setting in Oxford. ✓ Authentic Mediterranean inspired dishes, expertly cooked on our charcoal grill and wood fire oven. ✓ Drop by for our wonderful weekend brunch menu, served from 10am.
Gee’s, Oxford’s iconic Victorian glass house in north Oxford, remains loyal to its traditions of providing quality food & service in the most beautiful restaurant in Oxford. The interior is filled with trees and plants and the striking bar is perfect for an aperitif or cocktail. The Mediterranean inspired menu uses the best quality ingredients, simply prepared and expertly cooked, from our wood fire oven and charcoal grill. There are small plates, dishes for sharing and dishes in two sizes to suit different appetites and times of the day. Open all day, every day, enjoy morning coffee and sweet treats, our express lunch menu, or choose from our all day lunch and dinner menu. Weekends are a special treat, kick start your day with our brunch menu; on Sunday our fabulous roasts feature Aberdeen Angus beef, Poll Dorset lamb and Oxford Sandy and Black pork from our Oxfordshire farm...or feel welcome to just drop by for a glass or two.
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2012: Nominated 2011: 2nd place (British category)
A: Oxford Castle, 3 New Road Oxford, OX1 1AY T: (01865) 268 401 W: www.malmaison.com/oxford E: brasserie.oxford@malmaison.com TW: @TheOxfordMal Cuisine: Contemporary Open: Breakfast: Mon-Fri 7am-10am, Sat-Sun 8am-11am. Lunch: Mon-Sat 12pm-2.30pm, Sun 12pm4pm. Dinner: Mon-Sun 6pm-10.30pm. 3 Reasons to visit Malmaison ✓ Malmasion has the wow factor! ✓ Well thought out menu with somthing for everyone ✓ In the heart of the city, great location
The brasserie is the heart and soul of every Malmaison hotel, where iconic dishes are prepared with a modern twist and served with passion and personality, including sublime steaks, the awesome MalBurger, locally inspired blackboard specials and a mouthwatering wine list. Classic dishes cooked to perfection - that's what we're proud to serve at our Oxford restaurant. Our portions are always generous and our ingredients chosen for their quality, ensuring the best of the best. Enjoy meals passionately prepared by our chefs in a unique space at our Oxford restaurant - once the heart of the prison, and now a place that everyone fights to get into.
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A: 215 Banbury Road, Summertown, Oxford, OX2 7HQ T: (01865) 511 149 W: www.theoxfordkitchen.co.uk E: hello@theoxfordkitchen.co.uk TW: @Kitchenoxford Cuisine: Contemporary Open: Sun-Mon 9am – 4pm, Tue-Sat 9am – 11.30pm. 3 Reasons to visit The Oxford Kitchen ✓ Michelin quality fine dining in a relaxed atmosphere ✓ Beautiful décor ✓ Passionate and friendly chefs and staff
The Oxford Kitchen is the new boy in town, but they decided when they opened not to arrive with a fanfare, instead opting to let their food do the talking; since then business has steadily grown as word spreads that there are Michelin quality chefs working in Summertown! The restaurant is beautifully presented with steel and wood fittings, an exposed brick wall, a number of intimate booths, and pop-art decoration, all contributing to a contemporary chic atmosphere in which it’s hard not to lean back and forget the day job. Relaxed fine dining is what The Oxford Kitchen delivers from morning through to night. There are no airs or graces here, but there is a confidence that what they are offering is what the town wants - somewhere to go as a family for lunch and where you don’t have to dress up for dinner, but with a menu and quality that will suit, and impress, everyone.
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2013: Nominated
A: Faringdon Road, Kingston Bagpuize with Southmoor, OX13 5BH T: (01965) 820 416 W: www.fallowfields.com E: stay@fallowfields.com TW: @FallowfieldsUK Cuisine: British Open: Mon-Sun: 12pm- 2.30pm, 7pm-9pm. 3 Reasons to visit Fallowfields ✓ Set in stunning gardens with cows and horses grazing ✓ 3 AA rosette restaurant ✓ Ingredients home-grown in Fallowfields farm
Set in twelve acres Fallowfields is a small independent hotel only 20 minutes from Oxford, Abingdon and Witney. Our own farm, kitchen gardens and orchards increasingly supply produce for you to taste in our 3 AA rosette restaurant. Matt Weedon Head Chef aim is to give you a formidable dining experience whilst not breaking the bank. Arrive in time to follow the farm trail, play croquet, or simply relax and enjoy a drink or afternoon tea on the terrace. Facing south, the restaurant overlooks the hotel’s croquet lawn and paddocks beyond. A perfect ambience at any time of day to enjoy a relaxing, unhurried breakfast, lunch, afternoon tea or dinner.
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A: Beaumont Street, Oxford, OX1 2LN T: (01865) 256 410 W: www.MacdonaldHotels.co.uk/Randolph E: general.randolph@macdonald-hotels.co.uk Cuisine: European Open: Dinner: 7 days a week – 6.30pm–10pm, Lunch: Sat and Sunday – 12.30pm–2pm. 3 Reasons to visit The Macdonald Randolph Hotel ✓ Oxford’s only 5* hotel offering luxury surroundings in the heart of the city. ✓ The Randolph Restaurant provides an indulgent gastronomic dining experience. ✓ Our Morse Bar offers an extensive cocktail list; the perfect start to any evening.
The Macdonald Randolph Hotel offers a 2 (hopefully soon to be 3) AA Rosette restaurant right in the heart of the city, boasting views of the Ashmolean Museum and Martyr’s Memorial. With its high ceilings and sumptuous European cuisine, it is a perfect venue for an intimate dining experience or with colleagues. Simon Bradley, who took up the reigns of Executive Head Chef at Macdonald Randolph Hotel last Summer, has a wealth of culinary experience including a classical training at the Ritz Escoffier Hotel School in Paris and has worked in some of Britain’s most prestigious restaurants. Simon is very keen to ensure his food is ethically sourced and carefully selects the best quality produce for all his menus. He will never use frozen products and always follows the Macdonald Hotels & Resorts key philosophy of choosing wholesome, fresh and locally sourced ingredients wherever possible.
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2012: Nominated 2011: Nominated
A: 14 Gloucester St, Oxford, OX1 2BN T: (01865) 726255 W: www.redlionoxford.co.uk E: enquiry@redlionoxford.co.uk TW: @RedLionOxford Cuisine: British Open: Mon-Thurs 11am to 11pm, Fri-Sat 11am to 11:30pm, Sunday 11am to 10:30pm 3 Reasons to visit The Red Lion ✓ Lively atmosphere ✓ Speedy yet high quality service ✓ Great city centre location
Oxford boasts the best in country pub dining with an emphasis on top quality food served in a stunning city location. The team at The Red Lion have transformed it into a premium dining experience, giving the pub a stylish, modern feel whilst promising to keep its traditional roots alive. It’s obvious they have put a lot of thought into every facet of this pub, from the food and the surroundings to the welcome from the team. Its menu changes with the seasons and is modern British, comfortably interwoven with elements from the Mediterranean, ranging from traditional favourites such as fish and chips and steaks to freshly made pizzas and pastas and daily chef specials. The outdoor patio is really something to encounter, and is best enjoyed with a glass of their marvellous wine, cask ale, super-chilled draft or whatever your favourite beverage may be.
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2013: Nominated
A: A420 Littleworth, Faringdon, Oxfordshire, SN7 8PW T: (01367) 242260 W: www.thesnootymehmaan.co.uk E: info@thesnootymehmaan.co.uk TW: @snootymehmaan Cuisine: Indian and Thai Open: Mon–Sat: Lunch: 12pm–2.30pm, Evening: 6pm–11pm. Sunday: Buffet Lunch: 12pm–4pm, Evening: 6pm–11pm. 3 Reasons to visit The Snooty Mehmaan ✓ Awarded the Certificate of Excellence 2014 by TripAdvisor ✓ Attentive, knowledgeable and friendly waiting staff ✓ Huge choice of dishes for both Indian and Thai cuisines
Welcome to the Snooty Mehmaan! Previously the Snooty Fox, the Snooty Mehmaan now delivers the best in Indian and Thai food combined with a great place to hold a business function or simply to enjoy a drink at our bar. Located in Faringdon and surrounded by the picturesque Oxfordshire countryside, the building holds many of its original architectural features giving the Snooty Mehmaan a strong and natural environment that amplifies both the mood and the creative food on offer. With an emphasis on refined yet creative Indian cuisine, the menu incorporates both traditional classic favourites and original new dishes that apply classic flavours with a modern twist. Using the best ingredients is our priority so that we may pass on great dishes with great flavours for you to enjoy.
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A: 2 Hayfield Road, Oxford, OX2 6TT T: (01865) 510282 W: www.theanchoroxford.com E: info@theanchoroxford.com TW: @TheAnchorInn Cuisine: British Open: Monday to Friday 9am - 11pm, Saturday and Sunday 10am - 11pm. 3 Reasons to visit The Anchor ✓ Now under the caring management of the folks at The Duke of Cambridge and The House ✓ Good, honest, seasonal food ✓ Beautiful stylish interior
The Anchor is a pub and dining room in the heart of Oxford's Jericho serving simple, honest food. Chef Fiona Cullinane has created a simple menu that showcases high quality ingredients. There are seasonal specials which change daily, Wadworth beers and a great wine selection. A major refurbishment involving reconfiguring the bar, removing the patterned carpet in favour of a beautiful black and white tiled floor and replacing the dark wood panelling to expose the walls, now painted in fresh tones, has lifted the rather laden atmosphere and created a crisp, contemporary space. Despite the dramatic changes to its dining room, The Anchor is still a pub which attracts the local community. Families with children, lone drinkers enjoying a quiet pint whilst reading their newspapers, and groups of friends out for a celebratory evening – all are welcome, and all are made to feel at ease. The Anchor has two private dining rooms, seating up to 16 people.
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2012: Nominated
A: 32 Marston Street, Oxford, OX4 1JU T: (01865) 460 215 W: www.theoxfordblue.com E: info@theoxfordblue.com TW: @Oxford_Blue_Pub Cuisine: British Open: Mon-Wed 4pm-11pm, Thu-Fri 4pm-12am, Sat 12pm-12am, Sun 12pm-12am. 3 Reasons to visit The Oxford Blue ✓ Cosy and friendly atmosphere ✓ Unique décor - Check out the moose head! ✓ Fresh, locally sourced ingredients in delicious combinations
Renovated and rejuvenated in 2012 The Oxford Blue is a cosy and stylish pub offering exciting food and a wide range of beers and wines, a hidden gem tucked away just off Cowley Road. Mark is our maestro in the kitchen, using the very best of fresh locally sourced ingredients to create an outstanding eclectic and delicious menu that changes with the seasons. We serve a traditional Roast Lunch on Sundays, specializing in rare breed meats, all perfectly complimented by Chris’ hand-picked selection of off-beat wines and local & international beers. And as summer approaches, don’t forget we have a lovely beer garden that is a perfect sun trap in the afternoons, serving pitchers of Pimm’s and Sangria and deli platters ideal for sharing in the sun!
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A: Hinksey Hill Top, Near Boars Hill, Oxford, OX1 5BG T: (01865) 735 408 W: www.westwoodhotel.co.uk E: reservations@westwoodhotel.co.uk TW: @hotelwestwood Cuisine: Contemporary Open: Breakfast: Mon-Fri 7.30am-10am, Sat-Sun 8am-10.30am. Dinner: Mon-Sun 6.30pm-9.30pm. 3 Reasons to visit The Westwood Hotel ✓ Certificate of Excellence Winner 2013 ✓ Relaxed and elegant setting with plenty of natural light ✓ Fine cuisine and high quality wines
Totally committed to high quality food and wines, you can thoroughly enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of our restaurant. Serving contemporary cuisine to impress the most discerning palate, our restaurant is dedicated to making your dining experience one you won't forget. Serving breakfast and dinner seven days a week, our informal yet stylish restaurants serve delicious international cuisine that everyone can enjoy. Whether you are looking for a light snack or a fine cuisine, our restaurant will suit your needs. Enjoy a glass of wine from our selection of wines from around the world. Please note that due to weddings at the hotel, booking in advance is strongly recommended.
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2013: 3rd place (Gastronomic category) 2013: Recognition of Service for Anthony Verdin
A: Bardwell Road, Oxford OX2 6ST T: (01865) 552 746 W: www.cherwellboathouse.co.uk Cuisine: Contemporary Open: Daily: Lunch 12noon - 2.30pm Dinner 6pm - 9.30pm 3 Reasons to visit The Cherwell Boathouse ✓ Certificate of Excellence 2014 on TripAdvisor ✓ Stunning riverside setting and beautiful interior décor ✓ A ‘must see’ for visitors to Oxford
The Cherwell Boathouse restaurant is a well known iconic Oxford eaterie situated on the banks of the river Cherwell in the heart of North Oxford. The restaurant is housed in an old Victorian Boathouse with dreamy riverside views. The alfresco terrace is a very pleasant place to have lunch in the sun or dinner under the stars. It is also covered and heated in case of less temperate climes. The restaurant serves fresh, seasonal, British food, creatively cooked, with a lot of local meat and fresh fish from Brixham Harbour. Talented young chef Nick Welford is at the helm . The restaurant has also won an award for "Fine Wine List of the Year" with IMBIBE magazine for two years in a row and is famous for its interesting and good value wine. Vegans, Vegetarians, gluten free and other dietary requirements are also well managed by the team.
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2012: Nominated
A: 218 Cowley Rd, Oxford OX4 1UQ T: (01865) 723 029 W: www.malikasrestaurant.co.uk TW: @MalikasOxford Cuisine: Indian Open: Sun - Thurs: Lunch 12.00pm - 2.00pm, Dinner: 5.30pm - 11.30pm. Fri & Sat: Lunch 12.00pm 2.00pm, Dinner 5.30pm - Midnight 3 Reasons to visit Malikas ✓ Elegant and modern setting ✓ Dishes tailored to all heat preferences, from cool to volcanic! ✓ Creative wine list to match any dish
In the middle of the buzzing area of Cowley Road, you will find Malikas, which guarantees a superior Indian cuisine experience! The restaurant has just been refurbished and the new looks are very modern. There are seats for 70, which is an extension to the space before the refurbishment, but still the atmosphere is cosy and relaxing. The restaurant is home to one of the UK’s finest Indian chefs and offers starters and mains that will undoubtedly get your taste buds sizzling! The attentive staff cater for all of their customers’ needs to create a fantastic all round dining experience. Whether you like them hot enough to tickle your taste buds or you prefer mild and creamy, there’s a curry dish for everyone. Malikas is friendly, elegant and very relaxed and so if you’re looking for a new Indian restaurant to try out Malikas is definitely the place you are looking for.
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A: Oxpens Rd, Oxford, OX1 1SA T: (01865) 551 950 W: www.cityofoxford.ac.uk E: waterside@ActivateLearning.ac.uk TW: @CityofOxfordCol Cuisine: Contemporary Open: Monday-Friday: 12.00pm-1.30pm. Thursday evening: 6.00pm-8.00pm. 3 Reasons to visit The Waterside Restaurant ✓ Inventive and dedicated student chefs ✓ Locally sourced produce whenever possible ✓ Can cater for any type of event
Located at City of Oxford College's city centre campus, our Waterside Restaurant is just a stone’s throw from the hustle and bustle of the city centre. Come and enjoy a two or three-course lunch or evening meal and expect to find a wide selection of delicious dishes from our seasonal weekly menus. Waterside offers simple, elegant, first-class food for all tastes and ages. You can enjoy this from as little as £6.50 for a two- course lunch with coffee. The restaurant which is run by students working towards qualifications and trained to the highest possible standards by in-house industry experts, gain first-hand experience in a professional environment, in preparation for future employment at some of the world’s most prestigious establishments. Individual and party bookings are welcome, and special dietary requirements can be catered for with prior notice.
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