Top 20 Restaurants in Oxford for 2026

Wild Bean Cafe

Rating: 4.4 ★ (5 ratings)

Freshly baked pastries and a hot bacon bap from Wild Bean Cafe on the A40 Woodstock Road provide a comforting start or a welcome break on your journey. This convenient …

BBuona Pinsa Bar

Rating: 4.6 ★ (1383 ratings)

A taste of ancient Rome awaits discovery at BBuona Pinsa Bar, nestled at 102 Gloucester Green. This compact, vintage-style café specialises in pinsa, a traditional Italian delight that predates pizza. …

Nai's Eatery

Rating: 4.8 ★ (67 ratings)

Freshly made sourdough toast piled with avocado, tomato, and a balsamic drizzle offers a delightful start at Nai's Eatery, located at 104 Islip Road. This popular café specialises in breakfast …

Popina By Lynrace

Rating: 4.9 ★ (58 ratings)

Twinkling lights at 67 Walton Street draw you into Popina By Lynrace, an amber-lit, cosy and decidedly seductive wine, cheese, and charcuterie bar in Oxford's Jericho district. Inspired by the …

Koto Japanese Restaurant

Rating: 4.0 ★ (74 ratings)

Authentic Japanese flavours are celebrated at Koto, found at 114 Walton Street, where fresh, local ingredients are transformed into traditional dishes. The 'Izakaya' style dining creates a relaxed and casual …

BrewDog Oxford

Rating: 4.2 ★ (854 ratings)

Nestled on the vibrant Cowley Road since 2017, BrewDog Oxford offers a haven for craft beer enthusiasts just a short walk from the city's historic dreaming spires. With an impressive …

Nawabi Tandoori

Rating: 4.1 ★ (114 ratings)

Sizzling tandoori dishes, marinated in yoghurt with fragrant herbs and spices before being cooked in the traditional clay oven, are a highlight at Nawabi Tandoori on Girdlestone Road. This Oxford-based …

Deacons Restaurant, Bar and Lounge

Rating: 3.9 ★ (10 ratings)

Locally inspired dishes and seasonal produce define the menu at Deacons Restaurant, Bar and Lounge, found within the voco Oxford Spires Hotel on Abingdon Road. The kitchen, led by Executive …

Clouds Shisha Lounge

Rating: 4.7 ★ (214 ratings)

264 Cowley Road is home to Clouds Shisha Lounge, a popular spot in Oxford known for its welcoming atmosphere and diverse shisha flavours. Open late seven days a week, it's …

The Shake Lab

Rating: 3.8 ★ (106 ratings)

Indulge your sweet tooth with a trip to The Shake Lab, conveniently located at 204, The Westgate on Queen Street, where classic milkshakes are thrillingly reinvented. They blend 100% natural …

The White Rabbit Oxford

Rating: 4.5 ★ (2202 ratings)

Award-winning, thin and crispy Roman-style pizzas are the star attraction at The White Rabbit, a family-run independent pub tucked away in Friars Entry. This isn't your average pub grub; here, …

Sainsbury’s Heyford Hill

Rating: 4.2 ★ (3847 ratings)

Conveniently located at the Heyford Hill Roundabout in Littlemore, this large Sainsbury's supermarket offers more than just your weekly grocery shop. Inside, you'll find an Argos for a wide range …

Massaya Lebanese Restaurant, Oxford Uk

Rating: 4.9 ★ (119 ratings)

Fantastically fresh food with rich, layered flavours awaits you at 136 Cowley Road, the home of Massaya Lebanese Restaurant. Vegetarians will adore the variety of meze, including creamy hummus, smoky …

The Golden Ball

Rating: 3.7 ★ (65 ratings)

First recorded as a pub way back in 1835, The Golden Ball in Littlemore is an attractive, Cotswold-stone pub that has recently undergone a complete refurbishment. Inside, you'll find a …

Shiraz Persian Cuisine

Rating: 4.5 ★ (686 ratings)

Succulent grilled meats, aromatic stews, and flavourful vegetarian dishes define the traditional Persian offering at Shiraz on Cowley Road. Popular choices include the Momtaz, featuring a skewer of marinated chicken …

Fuwa Fuwa Oxford

Rating: 4.3 ★ (50 ratings)

Nestled in Golden Cross, just a stone's throw from the historic Covered Market, Fuwa Fuwa introduces a unique Japanese culinary delight to the heart of Oxford. Specialising in handcrafted soufflé …

Hamblin Bread

Rating: 4.9 ★ (229 ratings)

Stone-milled flour, sourced from organic wheat and rye grown within 50 miles, forms the heart of every loaf, bun, and cake at Hamblin Bread on Iffley Road. Since opening in …

The-harrow

Rating: 4.4 ★ (365 ratings)

Good pork roast, sandwiches, and sausages are often enjoyed by visitors at The Harrow in Enstone, a family-friendly, traditional village pub aiming to be the heart of its community. You …

Gourmet Burger Kitchen

Rating: 4.5 ★ (1844 ratings)

Located at 29-31 George Street, Gourmet Burger Kitchen offers a stylish and inviting interior for a relaxed yet exceptional dining experience in historic Oxford. Their 100% British beef burgers, made …

Curry Adda

Rating: 4.6 ★ (142 ratings)

Tandoori king prawns, sizzling straight from the clay oven, are just one of the authentic Indian delights awaiting you at Curry Adda on London Road in Headington. This culinary haven …

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