Top 20 Restaurants in Oxford for 2026

Jojo's Cafe Bar

Rating: 4.9 ★ (117 ratings)

Ninety-six Cowley Road is the address for Jojo's Cafe Bar, a welcoming spot known for its expertly crafted cocktails, artisan stone-baked pizzas, and Missing Bean barista coffee. This vibrant East …

Franco Manca Oxford

Rating: 4.3 ★ (2174 ratings)

The slow-risen sourdough, crafted daily on site and proven for 20 hours, forms the heart of Franco Manca's appeal on George Street. This traditional Neapolitan pizza is blast-cooked at 500°C …

The Royal Blenheim

Rating: 4.5 ★ (791 ratings)

An ornate tiled floor greets you in this classic 19th-century pub, a building dating back to 1889 and originally constructed for Hanley & Co. Ltd, City Brewery. The Royal Blenheim, …

Modern Art Oxford Cafe - St Ebbes Kitchen

Rating: 4.4 ★ (1443 ratings)

Nestled within Modern Art Oxford, St Ebbes Kitchen offers a welcoming retreat with its unfussy wood decor spread across two compact floors. This is more than just a gallery cafe; …

The White Hart

Rating: 4.6 ★ (855 ratings)

A welcoming, friendly Olde Worlde Pub, The White Hart in the historic village of Headington, Oxford, is renowned locally for its impressive selection of award-winning pies. You'll regularly find around …

Pizza Stazione

Rating: 4.1 ★ (202 ratings)

Tucked away on Garsington Road, Pizza Stazione is a Cowley favourite for those in the know, serving up an impressive array of Italian delights well beyond just pizza. They boast …

Oodles Wok Oxford

Rating: 4.1 ★ (174 ratings)

Situated at 209 Cowley Road, Oodles Wok brings its authentic Indo-Chinese flavours right to the heart of one of Oxford's most vibrant streets. This fast-casual diner invites you to witness …

Shoryu Ramen

Rating: 4.1 ★ (1834 ratings)

A defining feature of Shoryu Ramen is their Hakata tonkotsu ramen, a speciality hailing from the Hakata district of Fukuoka city in Japan. The heart of this dish lies in …

Aleppo's Falafel

Rating: 4.8 ★ (268 ratings)

Perfectly crafted falafels, with an ideal taste and texture, await at Aleppo's Falafel on Cowley Road. These aren't your average dry or overly spiced offerings; here they are made just …

Crepes Affaire

Rating: 4.0 ★ (254 ratings)

Unit 3 on Banbury Road is home to Crêpes Affaire, a destination for delightful French-style crêpes in Summertown. This spot offers a vast menu, whether you're craving something savoury like …

Rose Hill Fish & Chips

Rating: 4.6 ★ (418 ratings)

The aroma of freshly fried fish and perfectly cooked chips has been drawing locals to Rose Hill Fish & Chips at 287A Iffley Road for years. This traditional chippy is …

Big Dave's Barbeque Shack

Rating: 4.7 ★ (479 ratings)

The aroma of slow-cooked barbeque will draw you to 674 Main St in Oxford, the home of Smokin' Dave's Backyard BBQ & Grill's food trailer. This isn't just any roadside …

Lucky Chopsticks

Rating: 4.1 ★ (107 ratings)

Generous portions of freshly prepared Chinese food await you at 9 Playfield Road in Kennington, where Lucky Chopsticks serves a wide variety of popular dishes. This local takeaway has gathered …

Yummy Chinese Takeaway

Rating: 4.2 ★ (161 ratings)

Nestled at 1 Cinnaminta Road in Headington, Yummy Chinese Takeaway offers a welcome array of flavours for those seeking a convenient and satisfying meal in Oxford. This local favourite serves …

Gees Restaurant & Bar

Rating: 4.3 ★ (1366 ratings)

Dappled sunlight filters through the iconic Grade II listed Victorian conservatory at Gees Restaurant & Bar, illuminating tables laden with Mediterranean-inspired dishes. This North Oxford institution, once a greengrocer and …

Harry Ramsden's

Rating: 3.9 ★ (5329 ratings)

The expansive Harry Ramsden's on East Beach, reputedly the world's largest fish and chip restaurant with 420 seats, has been a Bournemouth landmark for generations, serving its famous fare since …

HEAT African Restaurant

Rating: 3.8 ★ (169 ratings)

Spicy West African beef suya, marinated with peanuts and indigenous herbs, offers an authentic taste of the continent right on Cowley Road. HEAT African Restaurant presents a menu rich with …

Gg Oriental Snack Shack

Rating: 3.8 ★ (23 ratings)

A treasure trove of Asian snacks and products awaits at 93 Gloucester Green, where Gg Oriental Snack Shack offers an extensive variety of treats. Customers praise the sheer range, from …

Qin Noodle

Rating: 4.4 ★ (38 ratings)

Authentic Chinese flavours are discovered at Qin Noodle, a popular spot nestled on Little Clarendon Street. They are known for their delicious noodle soups, flavourful dumplings, and a variety of …

Everest Nepalese Restaurant and Bar

Rating: 4.2 ★ (290 ratings)

The distinctive red brick of the former Donnington Arms pub on Howard Street now signals your arrival at Everest Nepalese Restaurant and Bar, a welcoming spot where the building's 1930s …

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