The Market Cellar Door
Unit 22, The, Covered Market, Market Street, Oxford, OX1 3DZ, GB
Rating: 4.9 ★ (36 ratings)
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Nestled within Oxford's historic Covered Market, The Market Cellar Door claims the title of the city's smallest wine shop and bar, yet boasts an impressive selection of around 200 carefully chosen wines from across the globe. This charming spot, a partnership between Eynsham Cellars and the neighbouring Teardrop Bar, places a special emphasis on organic, natural, and minimal intervention wines, offering a unique experience for oenophiles. Whether you're looking to take a bottle home or enjoy it on-site for a small corkage fee, the knowledgeable staff are on hand to provide honest and helpful advice. They even feature six wines on tap, allowing you to refill your own bottle or simply savour a glass.
The Covered Market itself, a Grade II-listed building dating back to 1774, provides a vibrant and atmospheric backdrop. Visitors to The Market Cellar Door are encouraged to create their own "covered market food safari" by pairing their chosen wine with fresh produce, cheeses, or perhaps oysters from nearby market traders. This collaborative spirit extends to its neighbour, Teardrop micropub, with both venues offering a cosy spot to relax and soak in the market's unique ambiance. Open seven days a week, with later hours on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays, it's an ideal destination for an afternoon tasting or an evening tipple, often accompanied by live music or other market events.
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Opening Hours
Monday: 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Tuesday: 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Wednesday: 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Thursday: 11:00 AM – 5:30 PM; Friday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Saturday: 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM; Sunday: 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM
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