Restaurants

The Spires Cafe & Restaurant

The Chilterns, 99 Gloucester Green, Oxford, OX1 2DF, GB

Rating: 4.6 ★ (831 ratings)

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The Spires Cafe & Restaurant offers a warm and homely atmosphere, nestled in Gloucester Green and conveniently close to Oxford's city centre and theatres. This community-focused establishment prides itself on genuine hospitality and a relaxed, welcoming environment. Guests often comment on the excellent service provided by the friendly staff, alongside the care evident in every dish, many of which are made from scratch using seasonal, locally sourced produce.

Diners can expect a diverse menu featuring the best of European flavours, from hearty main courses and freshly prepared sourdough pizzas to delightful breakfast and brunch options. Notable offerings include a highly praised full English breakfast, available in both vegan and non-vegan versions, featuring homemade baked beans. Expertly prepared coffee using quality beans is a highlight, and the selection extends to satisfying homemade desserts like walnut-filled baklava and vegan lemon cake.

This versatile spot caters wonderfully to various visitors and occasions, from family meals, supported by a children's menu and high chairs, to quiet moments of work with available Wi-Fi and power outlets. It's an excellent choice for friends meeting for coffee, those seeking a satisfying weekend brunch, or anyone craving a traditional Sunday roast dinner. The Spires Cafe & Restaurant also thoughtfully provides extensive vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free options to accommodate diverse dietary needs.

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Opening Hours

Monday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM; Saturday: 7:15 AM – 9:00 PM; Sunday: 7:30 AM – 9:00 PM

Contact

+44 1865 241218

Comments

Rebecca M. Reese
18 Jun 2026
5.0 ★
We had the vegan full breakfast with butter beans. It was served fast, and the whole meal was so delicious... and we should have shared an order because there was so much food!
Local Guide
18 May 2026
5.0 ★
Lovely atmosphere, friendly staff, and really tasty food. The coffee was great and everything felt fresh and well prepared. A perfect spot to relax, catch up with friends, or enjoy a quiet breakfast. Definitely one of my favourite cafés around Oxford — highly recommended!
Sachi Chan
3 May 2026
5.0 ★
Cozy cafe tucked in Gloucester green! Pizzas are great here. It’s a great place to also work since there’s wifi and plugs. They also have a great range of cakes to try. Been coming here since I first moved to Oxford and love coming here when I want a change of scenery in working :) great service as well!
Karol Kwiatkowski
20 Mar 2026
5.0 ★
Friday 730 ordered Vegetarian breakfast.

Quick Service Food and coffees was on the table in Few minutes. All nicely cooked, With beautifully oven baked hashbrowns, Nicely toasted Sourdough, Great Grilled Slice of cheese, Salt and pepper on table.

This is NOT a café, Where they skip fresh Spinach and tomatoes and free range scrambled eggs on your vegetarian Full English.

Great COFFE, I have a Americano, Didn’t have to ask for milk.

Great place For perfect Friday morning, Healthy breakfast And your office work.

Strongly recommend.

Ig @oxford.chef
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Wanderers Compass Travel Blog
10 Mar 2026
5.0 ★
Absolutely loved our experience at Spires Cafe in Oxford! The traditional English breakfast we ordered was nothing short of amazing—delicious and generous portions that left us completely satisfied. The menu is extensive, featuring fantastic offerings that cater to a variety of tastes.

The casual setting makes it a perfect spot to relax and enjoy a meal. Everything we saw coming out of the kitchen looked appetizing, but the highlight for us was definitely the scones with Devonshire cream—perfection on a plate! The espresso was also well-crafted, adding a nice touch to our breakfast.

The staff were incredibly friendly, making us feel right at home. Plus, the location is great, making it easy to stop by after exploring the beautiful city. Price point is excellent. Highly recommend Spires Cafe for anyone looking for a delightful dining experience!
Maryna Yurchenko
25 Feb 2026
5.0 ★
Today we visited a wonderful cafe in the very center of the city. We really liked the casual atmosphere and the relaxed friendly guys who work here. The food is excellent! My baked salmon, served with potatoes and salad, was excellent! Also, the traditional pizza The spires was very good. A huge plus was the water cooler, we arrived and were very thirsty. And here's great news for all animal lovers - you and your dog will be welcome here! This time we did not have time to try desserts, but next time we will definitely do it! I will be happy to come back here again.
Viktoriia Astafieva
22 Feb 2026
5.0 ★
One of my favourite places around Oxford. The food is amazing, the staff are extremely friendly, and it is spacious inside. My personal recommendation is the free-range chicken porcini and the spinach and feta pie.
Matt Hewett
6 Feb 2026
5.0 ★
First time in Oxford. Bit of time to kill so headed to the Spires for a fry up. Absolutely delicious. Best I've had in a long time. Great service. Great location. Will come again.... Probably in the morning
Isa
4 Feb 2026
5.0 ★
A good place to eat a typical English breakfast ! We went there with 50 students and it was a very nice moment !
The waiters are nice and always ready to help you! The hot drinks were perfect! Thanks for the delicious cappuccino and hot chocolate!

*The scone was a bit dry.
Anna Ventouratou
26 Jan 2026
5.0 ★
Great breakfast, super friendly staff and a very pleasant atmosphere. The food was delicious, home-made, with generous portions. Convenient location next to the central bus station - we had a reservation for 10 people before our departure from Oxford. The staff created some space for our luggage and made sure that we enjoyed our meal. We would highly recommend it!

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