Dishion Oxford
41 Castle St, Oxford OX1 1AY
Rating: 4.5 ★ (139 ratings)
Details
Dishion Oxford offers a vibrant and inviting atmosphere, providing a contemporary dining experience in the heart of Oxford. Situated on Castle Street, this restaurant boasts a stylish and welcoming dining space, complete with elegant table settings. It presents a classic, clean environment featuring intricate decoration and a traditional Chinese ambience, creating a distinctive setting that transports diners. This establishment stands out for blending authentic Chinese flavours with a modern setting, making it a notable choice for those seeking a genuine taste of China within the city centre.
The cuisine focuses on authentic Chinese dishes, with a particular emphasis on Sichuan and other regional flavours, including authentic Hangzhou-style fare. Guests can explore a wide variety of traditional options, from aromatic hot pots to flavourful stir-fries and expertly crafted dim sum. Highly praised dishes include freshly made Xiao Long Bao, hearty Hangzhou Style Noodles, and the delightful Snowy Vegetable Fish Noodle, alongside excellent hand-pulled noodles with characteristic Sichuan heat. Dietary needs are well considered, with vegetarian and vegan choices available alongside meat and seafood selections.
This restaurant is well-suited for a diverse clientele, including locals, students, and visitors exploring Oxford's historic surroundings. It serves perfectly for a relaxed meal with friends or a family gathering. For those on the go, Dishion Oxford also provides convenient takeaway services, making it an excellent option for a quick, quality bite during a busy day in the city.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM | Tuesday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM | Wednesday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM | Thursday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM | Friday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM | Saturday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM | Sunday: 12:00 – 8:30 PM
Contact
+44 7857 771777
Comments
The restaurant is quite small, with only a few tables. It is smartly done out, but needs a few soft furnishings as the sound rattled around a bit, feeling like you were in a warehouse.
We were shown the "Private Dining Set Menu For 3
People" which was:
Exquisite Appetizers - Dishion Four Treasures Platter
- Huadiao Crab Meat Yuanbao Jelly
- Xixi Butter Persimmon
- Black Iberian Pork Neck Marinated in Black Vinegar
- Caviar-Topped Soft-Boiled Egg with Red Plum
Pre-Meal Snacks
- Silver Fish Paste
- Matcha Chocolate Candied Hazelnuts
Individual Service
- Braised Chicken with Soup-filled Fish Maw in Brown Sauce
Chef's Recommendations
- Grouper in Rich Sour Mustard Broth
- Steamed Blue Crab with Jinhua Ham & Glutinous Rice
- Old Duck Pot with Dried Ham and Bamboo Shoots
- Braised Fresh Broad Beans with Preserved Vegetables & Salted Pork
- Stir-Fried Choy Sum with Garlic
Desserts
- Handmade Black Sesame Glutinous Rice Cake
- West Lake Lotus Seed Jelly
What a feast! The dishes were all really well prepared and presented and the portions were very generous - we didn't finish everything. If you want a Chinese meal that you'd get in most UK Chinese restaurants, don't come here. If you want to be treated to traditional dishes that you may have never tried before, then come here.
Even though not every one of the dishes was to our taste, we had a really superb time tasting and enjoying the food. A really great experience. We'll definitely be back. A super evening.
Dishion: we hope you do very well in Oxford.
(Also posted to my food blog on Instagram @AbbeyKing16)
Service was good, we didn't feel like we needed to wait at any moment. Extra orders were taken and served quickly.
The restaurant itself looks great, there's an open kitchen. One downside is that even though the heating was on, you could still feel a chilly draft.