Marco Pierre White Steakhouse Bar & Grill
Godstow Road, Wolvercote, Oxford, OX2 8AL, GB
Rating: 3.7 ★ (201 ratings)
Details
Choice steaks, perfectly complemented by an extensive wine list, await you at Marco Pierre White's Steakhouse Bar & Grill on Godstow Road. This restaurant, located within the Leonardo Royal Hotel Oxford, brings the celebrity chef's culinary philosophy of classic dishes prepared with simply the best, locally-sourced ingredients to your table. Imagine tucking into signature offerings like Roast Rump of Lamb a la Dijonnaise or a beautifully baked Camembert, alongside, of course, a delectable range of steaks. The menu seamlessly blends traditional British fare with French culinary techniques, ensuring a memorable meal whether you're seeking a hearty dinner or exploring their seasonal specials. It's an experience designed around quality food at affordable prices, presented in a glamorous yet relaxed setting.
Situated in Wolvercote, the restaurant provides an excellent starting or finishing point for exploring the surrounding natural beauty. The historic ruins of Godstow Abbey and the wide-open spaces of Port Meadow are conveniently nearby, offering opportunities for riverside walks and taking in views of the famous Oxford spires. Inside the steakhouse, the ambiance is one of understated elegance, making it suitable for both special occasions and more casual dining. Open for dinner daily (except Mondays as of August 2023), it's advisable to book ahead to secure your taste of Marco Pierre White's celebrated cuisine. With options for private dining and a welcoming approach to families, it’s a sophisticated yet accessible dining choice for any visitor to Oxford.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: Closed; Tuesday: 6:00 – 9:30 PM; Wednesday: 6:00 – 9:30 PM; Thursday: 6:00 – 9:30 PM; Friday: 6:00 – 9:30 PM; Saturday: 6:00 – 9:30 PM; Sunday: Closed
Contact
+44 1865 489953
Comments
The food was good quality but I felt the steak I ordered was not perfectly cooked.
The atmosphere was a little flat but perhaps that was because it was not particularly busy.
They were refusing walk ins on the evening we visited, which was unexpected when they were not full.
However, the food here left much to be desired. The brioche bun on the burger wasn't great, it tasted like it was from a packet. The cheese was rather like plastic too.
My partner's steak was too rare at first, but the serving staff kindly took it away, and it came back to her liking.
The drinks were nice, no complaints there, and the staff were friendly, but we expected more from the food from that price point.
He made us feel so welcome and the food was great. It’s not often you come across genuine customer service.
Thank you for helping make my birthday celebration so special. It was a pleasure having you as our waiter, and we hope to see you again on our next visit! 😊
Of steak which my husband and I thought would be beautiful.
We asked for it to be medium instead it was mainly rare. It was chewy and fatty. Which we did not expect from a £70 bit of steak.
For my dessert I had a crème brûlée which was nice but the raspberries used as garnish had mould on it and when I said to the waitress she said she would tell the kitchen.
When we asked for the bill and commented on the fact that the raspberries were mouldy she was like well you don’t have much service charge ( this was because we had a voucher so they couldn’t charge us more service) to be the reason she couldn’t take any money of our bill.
All in all considering this was supposed to be a nice meal for me and the hubby away from the children I was totally unimpressed.
Even the staff was not professional, hopefully there will be better service.