Chez Mal Brasserie & Bar Oxford
3 Oxford Castle, New Road, Oxford, OX1 1AY, GB
Rating: 4.3 ★ (21 ratings)
Details
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.
Location
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
Service was good but a little vacant . Just young folk I guess.
Atmosphere was great. Dark but vibrant.
Steak......Excellent despite being g 38 big ones...
Food serve charge was 4.55...but then I got a 1.25 drink served charge too. That's taking the Harrold I think. So I'm going to mark down to 4. It was a glass of wine and I had to get up and remind the staff in the empty restaurant ..Where's my drink please???
I really enjoyed my steak and my experience but the price is up up and away...