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PAUL Oxford

138 High St, Oxford OX1 4DN

Rating: 4.0 ★ (659 ratings)

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PAUL Oxford is a bustling bakery and café nestled in the High Street, situated right in the heart of this elegant university city of dreaming spires. This establishment provides a warm French welcome to tourists, town residents, and students alike, with a lively bakery downstairs and comfortable café seating upstairs. It stands out for offering the authentic experience of a traditional French community bakery and cake shop to both visitors and the people of this beautiful city.

This French bakery and café prides itself on its authentic French baking, using traditional methods to create a delightful array of artisan breads, viennoiserie, and fine pâtisserie. Patrons can indulge in freshly baked croissants, a variety of mini macarons, and substantial savoury items such as the classic Croque Monsieur or a rich Quiche Lorraine. The menu also features specialities like Le Brie Blanc and Le Boeuf Blanc, alongside freshly prepared salads and a range of barista-made coffees and speciality teas.

The venue is ideal for anyone with a fondness for French-inspired bakery treats, making it a perfect spot for a light breakfast or a sweet indulgence throughout the day. It suits diverse occasions, from casual visits for a quick pick-me-up to celebrating milestones with its beautiful, mouth-watering cakes, which can be personalised for birthdays or anniversaries. PAUL Oxford caters to different meals, ensuring a suitable offering for all who seek quality French baking in a charming Oxford setting.

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+44 20 3978 5523 | https://www.paul-uk.com/

Comments

Kyra

25 Aug 2026

5.0 ★

I’ve had an amazing experience every single time I’ve visited! The atmosphere is lovely, the service is always wonderful, and everything I’ve tried has been absolutely delicious. The fruit tartlets are an absolute must-try 😍🍓 easily one of my favourites! Such a lovely place, and I’ll definitely be coming back again and again. ❤️

Valiantsina Lazouskaya

5 Jul 2026

2.0 ★

Unfortunately, my visit to this café was very disappointing. The pastry was stale and tasted like it had been left over from the previous day. The sandwich was overheated to the point where it was impossible to eat comfortably, and the quality suffered because of it. The café itself also felt cold and uninviting, with no cozy atmosphere at all. The only positive thing I can say is that they offer free Wi-Fi. Unfortunately, that’s about the only good thing this place has going for it.

thomas woodbridge

27 Mar 2026

5.0 ★

Delightful patisserie in centre of Oxford premier location comfortable and clean Staff friendly and attentive excellent coffee and pastries on two levels visit today Feb 6th ‘26

George the Explorer

10 Jan 2026

3.0 ★

Paul’s has a nice atmosphere and the usual solid bakery selection, but the cappuccino was a bit underwhelming. It lacked depth and richness and tasted fairly flat, which was disappointing given the price. Fine spot to sit and grab a pastry, but I would not come here specifically for the coffee.

CityStrider

17 Nov 2024

4.0 ★

As a regular visitor to the Paul chain this little cafe keeps the atmosphere with charming customer service. The layout feels a bit cramped even though there is an upstairs (which isn’t obvious). The cafe feels a little tired but I still enjoy the unique experience Paul has to offer.