Restaurants

Chez Mal Brasserie & Bar Oxford

3 Oxford Castle, New Road, Oxford, OX1 1AY, GB

Rating: 4.3 ★ (21 ratings)

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Housed within the historic Oxford Castle, Chez Mal Brasserie & Bar offers a unique dining experience in what was once a Victorian prison. The brasserie, located in the basement, boasts an opulent feel with dark tables, rich-coloured furnishings, and low lighting, creating a sense of a hidden gem perfect for a romantic evening or special occasion. While the hotel itself allows guests to fully immerse in the building's history, the publicly accessible Chez Mal provides a taste of this boutique hotel's charm. Award-winning meals are served in this distinctive setting, where the 'clink' of cutlery and impressive architecture are reminders of its past. Diners can choose between luxurious indoor tables or enjoy the beautiful terrace in the old prison Exercise Yard.

Chez Mal presents a menu where modern British brasserie style meets a subtle French twist, focusing on big flavours and dishes fired up on Konro and Josper grills. Creative chefs prepare iconic dishes with a contemporary edge, served with personality. The extensive menu includes a variety of options, with starters ranging from soup to fried calamari, and main courses featuring fine Black Angus steaks and inventive vegetarian and vegan dishes like harissa grilled aubergine. The bar complements the dining experience with an impressive selection of cocktails, wines, and beers, making it a destination for a night out, a light lunch, or a relaxed drink. By day, the atmosphere is light and relaxed, transforming into an electric energy by night.

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Opening Hours

Monday: 7:00 – 10:00 AM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM; Tuesday: 7:00 – 10:00 AM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM; Wednesday: 7:00 – 10:00 AM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM; Thursday: 7:00 – 10:00 AM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM; Friday: 7:00 – 10:00 AM, 6:00 – 9:30 PM; Saturday: 8:00 – 11:00 AM, 6:00 – 9:30 PM; Sunday: 8:00 – 11:00 AM, 6:00 – 9:00 PM

Contact

+44 1865 689944

Comments

Jo Wa
13 Feb 2026
4.0 ★
My wife has visited here prior. An exclusive hotel built in the old castle jail. Very good execution. We stopped in this evening for drinks before dinner elsewhere. Good service, bit a bit sparse. Drinks were good and service was engaging and superb.

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