Restaurants

The White Hart

12 Saint Andrew's Road, Headington, Oxford, OX3 9DL, GB

Rating: 4.6 ★ (855 ratings)

Details

A storied establishment opposite the church in Old Headington, The White Hart is a Grade II listed, stone-built pub that has been welcoming patrons for centuries. Renowned locally for its impressive selection of award-winning pies, you'll regularly find around eight delicious varieties on offer, from steak and ale to vegetarian options like wild mushroom and asparagus. This friendly, old-world pub also boasts a passion for real ales and craft beers, earning it a place in the Good Beer Guide for six consecutive years and accolades as Oxford CAMRA Pub of the Year in both 2014 and 2017. With a commitment to traditional, home-made food, it’s a quintessential taste of historic Oxford.

Step into the large, sheltered beer garden, a real sun trap walled with Cotswold stone stables, perfect for enjoying a Pimm's or a glass of wine during the warmer months. Inside, you'll discover three distinct drinking areas, each with a welcoming atmosphere. The White Hart is more than just a pub; it's a community hub, known for its friendly staff and loyal regulars. They even host an annual beer festival in May, complete with a pig roast, BBQ, and live music, offering free entry for all to enjoy. Whether you're seeking a hearty meal, a well-kept pint, or a charming spot to relax, this Headington gem delivers.

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Location

Opening Hours

Monday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM; Tuesday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM; Wednesday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM; Thursday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM; Friday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM; Saturday: 12:00 – 11:30 PM; Sunday: 12:00 – 6:00 PM

Contact

+44 1865 761737

Comments

Artur Niewiadomski
20 Mar 2026
5.0 ★
I stopped by this pub yesterday for a drink and had a fantastic time! The atmosphere was really cool and relaxed, perfect for unwinding. The staff were friendly and attentive, making the experience even better. I also loved the interior design – it had a great vibe and felt very inviting. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for a spot with good drinks, a nice atmosphere, and great service. Will definitely be back! 🍻😊
James Summerson
14 Mar 2026
5.0 ★
Small but perfectly formed menu, great portions and decently priced with good service. A slight gripe is that the Steak & Kidney pie, though well filled and tasty, was either slightly overcooked or warmed up - the pastry seemed a little dry.
George McConnon
13 Mar 2026
5.0 ★
Cosy, great atmosphere and staff were very friendly. Didn't try the food yet but their menu for dogs looks delicious! On that note, it's an extremely dog friendly pub and they were very happy to see ours.
Will definitely be going there more often and look forward to trying their pies :)
Kate Lewin
10 Mar 2026
5.0 ★
An absolute gem of a pub in the heart (Hart?!) of beautiful Old Headington. The food is absolutely out of this world! This is our second time eating here and it's already become a firm favourite. The pies are unbelievably delicious. We can recommend the Chicken, Ham Hock and Leek pie, as well the Beef with Clawson Stilton. On our previous visit we thoroughly enjoyed the Tiger Beer Battered Fish, as well as the Baby Back Ribs. Honestly, I think everything on the menu will be excellent. Everything about this place is just right: fabulous food, friendly and knowledgeable staff, great atmosphere, spacious beer garden, all wrapped up in a picturesque pub. Thank you to Xavier and all the staff, you're all awesome!
Russell Carpenter
28 Jan 2026
5.0 ★
What an absolute little Gem 💎 this place is.

Sunday roast, fit for a King 🤴

And our server, Willow, was fantastic.

So friendly and so helpful on things totally unrelated to our visit there on the day.

She was a true super star 🌟 ✨️

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