Pret A Manger
Unit U30, Westgate Shopping Centre, Castle Street, Oxford, OX1 1NZ, GB
Rating: 4.0 ★ (495 ratings)
Details
Unit U30 in the Westgate Shopping Centre is home to Pret A Manger, a convenient stop for fresh, ready-made food while exploring Oxford. Whether you're starting your day with a trip to the shops, which open around 10 am, or seeking a quick lunch between sightseeing, this counter-serve chain offers a wide array of options. From classic sandwiches and baguettes to vibrant salads, hearty soups, and tempting bakery items, everything is prepared in their kitchen throughout the day. The Westgate Centre itself is a significant retail and leisure hub, easily accessible and situated on the edge of the city centre, making Pret a practical choice for a satisfying bite amidst your Oxford adventures.
Beyond the immediate convenience, Pret A Manger focuses on quality ingredients, including organic coffee, tea, milk, and milk alternatives. Their menu caters to various needs, offering breakfast rolls, porridge, yoghurt pots for the morning, and more substantial hot dishes, wraps, and protein pots for later in the day. This particular Pret features both internal and external seating for around 100 customers and provides free WiFi, allowing for a comfortable break. As part of their commitment to sustainability, Pret also partners with local organisations to donate unsold food, meaning your purchase supports a business actively trying to reduce food waste and help the community. It’s a thoughtful option for visitors looking for fresh food fast.
Location
Opening Hours
Monday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Tuesday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Wednesday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Thursday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Friday: 7:30 AM – 8:00 PM; Saturday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM; Sunday: 8:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Contact
+44 1865 721055
Comments
Ordered a cinnamon swirl take away. Several hours later after a gruelling rail replacement bus journey home I found I was given a pain aux raisin.
A PAIN AUX RAISIN INSTEAD OF A CINNAMON SWIRL.
It will take many moons to recover from this ineptitude... this betrayal
Edit: after getting home I had a nap and upon waking thought I'd eat this pastry anyway (it was the only sweet food in the house).
I have to admit it was actually quite tasty and I recognise I was being overly emotional and dramatic in my prior review.
Don't get me wrong... a pain aux raisin is not on the same tier as a cinnamon swirl. Not by a long shot.
However, to honour this new found revelation I have updated my review score to more accurately reflect the entire experience.
They offered free drink to my little one when I went there for an enquiry. That's world class customer service ( technically I was not even a customer on that visit)