Restaurants

The Punter Oxford

7 South Street, Oxford, OX2 0BE, GB

Rating: 4.5 ★ (1142 ratings)

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Seven South Street in Oxford's charming Osney district is home to The Punter, a distinctive riverside pub that has wholeheartedly embraced a vegetarian and vegan culinary philosophy since its relaunch in July 2020. This cosy establishment, a past winner of the local CAMRA Branch Pub of the Year, pairs its commitment to real ale with an inventive, entirely meat-free menu that has garnered national praise, including a spot in the Good Food Guide's top UK vegan and vegetarian restaurants. Just a stone's throw from a picturesque stretch of the Thames, and with the Thames Path passing its front door, it offers a laid-back, welcoming vibe for locals, walkers, and boaters alike, complete with unique artwork adorning the walls and a fairy-lit garden for those balmy evenings.

The seasonally evolving menu at The Punter showcases a creative, global approach to plant-based dining, focusing on complementary textures, colours, and flavours. Diners can anticipate thoughtfully crafted dishes, from inventive starters like miso glazed aubergines with crispy tofu or a pea, leek, and truffle scotch egg, to satisfying mains such as cauliflower steak with caper and hazelnut dressing, or a hearty mushroom and lentil burger. Many options are vegan or can be adapted, ensuring a broad appeal. Beyond the food, expect a carefully selected range of local beers, cocktails, and wines to accompany your meal, whether you're settling in for an outdoor lunch or a cosy evening dinner in this characterful pub that has quickly become one of Oxford's best-kept secrets.

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Opening Hours

Monday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM; Thursday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM; Friday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM; Saturday: 12:00 – 11:00 PM; Sunday: 12:00 – 10:30 PM

Contact

+44 1865 248832

Comments

Alison Cremet
20 Mar 2026
5.0 ★
How lovely to have this wonderful veggie / vegan pub at the end of a long walk along the Thames. Delicious food and tasty beer on tap. Fast and friendly service and peaceful river views. Highly recommend the cauliflower steak with it's amazing caper sauce.
Bill Richman
11 Mar 2026
5.0 ★
Wonderful old building with lots of framed artwork. Very cordial staff. Seating indoors or out. The food was amazing; everything on the menu is at least vegetarian, and most are fully vegan. The majority of those that aren't vegan by default can be ordered that way. We really enjoyed everything we tried. It's not an inexpensive place to eat, but I think you'll agree that it's worth the price.
Caitlin Butler
2 Feb 2026
5.0 ★
Delicious food every time we come here. Would recommend the scotch egg! Lovely location right by the river. So nice to sit there on a sunny day. The staff are really friendly — great service.
Graham Keeble
1 Feb 2026
5.0 ★
Veggie, vegan needn't be the determining factor here - this is just great food in a pleasant location a short pleasurable walk from the city centre alongside a narrow boat section of the Thames. We called on spec late on a Bank Holiday afternoon unsure if they would be serving but glad to say they were. Service was extremely efficient and professional, sat outside in the small courtyard and was served entirely at table. We shared a selection of food from the appetiser, small plates and main sections - all were tasty, fresh and interesting. I'm a meat eater and not once did I feel I was missing out on anything. Looking forward to a return to try more of their dishes.
Tracy Williams
20 Jan 2026
5.0 ★
What a joy to find a pub in Oxford, that serves only vegan and vegetarian food – and it’s all well thought out and absolutely delicious!

I had the mushroom gnocchi, which was hearty and delightful. The gnocchi were perfect little fluffy dumplings that melted in my mouth. My dining partner opted for the mushroom and lentil burger and couldn’t stop talking about how good it was.

Thank you for such a wonderful dining experience! We’ll definitely be back soon!

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