Top 20 Restaurants in Oxford for 2026

Restaurant 66A

Rating: 4.1 ★ (19 ratings)

Nestled within a charming Georgian building on Banbury Road, Restaurant 66A offers a dining experience where classic British and European cuisine meets elegant modernity. This 1 AA Rosette-awarded establishment, located …

Magdalen Arms

Rating: 4.4 ★ (1074 ratings)

Home-baked bread, often the first delight to greet you, signals the serious attention to detail at the Magdalen Arms on Iffley Road. This isn't your average pub fare; expect a …

Spires Bar & co

Rating: 4.6 ★ (20 ratings)

Spires Bar & Co on Cowley Road offers a welcoming Italian-influenced experience with a diverse menu that includes everything from classic rib-eye steak and oven-baked salmon to a wide array …

The Rose Oxford

Rating: 4.3 ★ (320 ratings)

Tucked away at 51 High Street, you'll find The Rose, a charming, contemporary tearoom housed in a mock-Tudor building that forms part of St Edmund Hall's Besse Building, dating back …

Butchers' Arms

Rating: 4.5 ★ (547 ratings)

A welcoming log fire crackles in the hearth of The Butchers Arms, a traditional real ale pub tucked away on Wilberforce Street in Headington. This recently refurbished gem is a …

Georgina's Oxford

Rating: 4.8 ★ (323 ratings)

Tucked away upstairs on the first floor in Oxford's historic Covered Market, Georgina's offers a vibrant and welcoming escape with its eclectic, colourful decor and bohemian feel. This independent café, …

Kings Arms Pub Sandford

Rating: 4.1 ★ (2346 ratings)

The Kings Arms on Church Road in Sandford-on-Thames, just over four miles from central Oxford, offers a charming riverside setting right next to Sandford Lock. This traditional pub, part of …

Panda House

Rating: 4.1 ★ (204 ratings)

Authentic Chinese flavours are waiting for you at Panda House on Hollow Way, a popular spot for Oxford locals seeking quality takeaway. Their extensive menu features a wide array of …

Brasserie Blanc

Rating: 4.5 ★ (1315 ratings)

Classic French flavours, meticulously prepared, await you at Brasserie Blanc on Walton Street. This is where the esteemed culinary philosophy of celebrity chef Raymond Blanc comes to life, offering a …

Dishoom Permit Room Oxford

Rating: 4.9 ★ (3107 ratings)

Tucked away on New Inn Hall Street, Dishoom Permit Room Oxford brings the vibrant spirit of 1970s Bombay to the heart of the city. This all-day bar-café, inspired by the …

The White Horse

Rating: 4.2 ★ (732 ratings)

Tucked away at 52 Broad Street, this sixteenth-century pub offers a historic experience, squeezed between Blackwell's bookshop and opposite the iconic Sheldonian Theatre. It's a Grade II listed building, reputedly …

Oxy Oriental

Rating: 4.0 ★ (1178 ratings)

Unit 6 at the Ozone Leisure Park on Grenoble Road is home to Oxy Oriental, a spacious buffet restaurant where you can embark on a culinary journey through Asia. With …

Red Star Noodle Bar

Rating: 4.2 ★ (618 ratings)

The clatter of woks and the inviting scent of Pan-Asian spices greet you at Red Star Noodle Bar, a bustling eatery situated on the vibrant Cowley Road. This is a …

Antep Kitchen

Rating: 4.7 ★ (2412 ratings)

The unmistakable scent of charcoaled cooking immediately greets you as you approach Antep Kitchen, a family-run treasure on Oxford's lively Cowley Road. Specialising in the famed cuisine of Gaziantep, a …

The Ivy Oxford Brasserie

Rating: 4.4 ★ (2027 ratings)

Sumptuous Art-Deco details, marble floors, and striking burnt orange banquettes create a haven from the everyday bustle at The Ivy Oxford Brasserie, located on the city's vibrant High Street. This …

Taste Of Banjul

Rating: 4.3 ★ (10 ratings)

A visit to 48 Thames Street in Oxford offers a delightful immersion into Senegambian cuisine at Taste Of Banjul. This takeaway spot brings the rich, flavourful dishes of West Africa …

The Oxford Wine Cellar

Rating: 4.6 ★ (79 ratings)

Nestled at 108 High Street, The Oxford Wine Cellar welcomes visitors with an impressive selection of over 200 wines sourced from boutique-style producers around the globe. This city centre venue, …

The Plough Pub & Restaurant

Rating: 4.2 ★ (1033 ratings)

Cask ales, house lagers, and hearty British eats like fish and chips, belly pork, and Sunday roasts are staples at The Plough Pub & Restaurant, a light-filled tavern with big …

The Egg - Cafe & Sandwich Shop

Rating: 4.4 ★ (88 ratings)

Delicious aromas of freshly cooked bacon and brewing coffee often greet you at The Egg, a popular café and sandwich shop found at 5 Courtland Road in the Rose Hill …

Taylors 58 High Street

Rating: 4.0 ★ (56 ratings)

Aromatic coffee and the promise of perfectly cooked breakfast sandwiches greet you at Taylors 58 High Street, a cherished local delicatessen and sandwich shop. This independent, family-owned gourmet food emporium …

SUBSCRIBE TO OUR NEWSLETTER

Join 10,000 subscribers and never miss out on events happening in Oxford again!