Rick's Diner
88-90 Cowley Rd, Oxford OX4 1JB
Rating: 4.4 ★ (903 ratings)
Details
Rick's Diner, a cherished local restaurant on Oxford's Cowley Road, has been serving its community since 2010. Established with a vision to introduce authentic American cuisine, it captures the nostalgic feel of classic diners. The welcoming atmosphere is complemented by bare brick walls adorned with local art, while large windows and sliding doors let in plenty of natural light and a pleasant breeze, creating a comfortable setting.
The menu is a celebration of American-style comfort food, excelling in both breakfast and brunch. Popular choices include the highly-rated Angus beef burgers, such as Rick's Cheeseburger, alongside delicious fried chicken burgers and a variety of wraps, including falafel and fried chicken options. Guests can also enjoy fluffy pancakes, like the apple and pear variety, or opt for extensive English, vegetarian, and vegan breakfast platters available until noon.
This diner is an excellent choice for a wide range of visitors, proving particularly popular with friends and families, including those with children. Being very vegan-friendly and offering numerous halal options, it caters to diverse dietary needs. Whether seeking a quick, casual bite, a leisurely meal, or a hearty breakfast or brunch, Rick's Diner provides an extraordinary dining experience with its attentive service.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Tuesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Wednesday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Thursday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Friday: 8:00 AM – 10:00 PM | Saturday: 8:30 AM – 10:00 PM | Sunday: 8:30 AM – 10:00 PM
Contact
+44 1865 427845 | https://www.ricksdiner.co.uk/
Comments
Was initially welcomed with a warm greeting but then he was getting too pushy and rushing us to place our order. Worst was when I realised he overcharged us for the burgers and also then got them wrong. When I realised he charged extra I asked him for a simple refund - to which he replied he doesn’t know how to use the card machine to refund and for me to come back following morning - as if I could come back from Birmingham to this branch in Oxford.
Next was when we picked up our order and went to the car - I thought let’s check the quantities and I was correct / he missed a couple out of 10 so we headed back . My wife was holding me back from giving him a proper mouthful. Even some of the deals they still advertise on the electronic board are not available but they could simply just cover it.
21.4.2025 Tried this mixed food place after a session of badminton - not sure whether to give 3 or 4 stars as food was good but service not so well.
Food took forever to get ready and staff were not very friendly. For a few burgers and extras took under just 1 hour to get ready with hardly any other customers around. However - the burgers and fries were decent , probably give it 8/10.
Will be going there again tomorrow hopefully as we’re in Oxford so let’s see how the service and food is this time.
Nearly didn't order from here as was looking at Deliveroo and couldn't see milkshakes available (which I definitely wanted), but they were available if I ordered from Just Eat...
Unavailable to order on their own, but could be ordered if I added as an upgrade to the meal deal drink, bizarrely. Anyway, very glad I did! Smokey Texas Burger looked a bit small, but was DELICIOUS.
Cajun fries also great. Probably would be too spicy for my kids (and they're not exactly wimps) but spot on for me.
Funnily enough, the oreo milkshake was the only disappointment - with no straw supplied and a big wodge of whipped cream on top, it was tricky to drink, and I was more looking for a thick McDonald's style sludgy shake, where this was a bit thinner. But still nice enough and it hit the spot.
Would definitely recommend the burger and chips though!