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1. The Ivy Oxford Brasserie

4.5

Awesome(7462)

££££Price: Moderate

• Contemporary British • Oxford

Booked 93 times today

The Ivy Oxford Brasserie is located on the bustling High Street in the heart of Oxford. Enjoy an accessible all-encompassing menu, serving British classics from dawn until dusk, including breakfast, elevenses, weekend brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, light snacks, dinner and cocktails.

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2. Quod Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(5122)

££££Price: Expensive

• European • Oxford

Booked 44 times today

Accessed from the High Street and through a glass lobby, Quod restaurant with its terrace and bar, forms the hub of the Old Bank Hotel. Formerly a banking hall it was transformed by owner Jeremy Mogford to become Oxford's largest and most successful restaurant. Stylish, contemporary design describes the space which houses an amazing collection of young British art. Sandra Blow, Craigie Aitchinson and Gary Hume adorn the walls. There is a spectacular terrace where diners can enjoy a morning coffee, the superb value two course lunch or a cocktail.

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3. No1 Ship Street

4.7

Exceptional(2407)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Oxford

Booked 22 times today

No.1 Ship Street offers Oxfords most exciting food alongside its most astute service, over two floors. A Modern British brasserie with daily fish specials that include oysters, mussels and lobster.

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4. Ashmolean Rooftop Restaurant

4.2

Awesome(3422)

££££Price: Expensive

• British • Oxford

Booked 15 times today

Experience a delightful fusion of food, wine, art, and culture at the Ashmolean Rooftop Restaurant. Whether you choose to dine in our bright and airy indoor space or on our stunning rooftop terrace with breathtaking views, you'll find the perfect setting for any occasion.We are open daily, offering lunch from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm and Afternoon Tea from 11:30 am to 4:00 pm (subject to availability). Join us for an unforgettable dining experience.After savoring your delicious meal, take a stroll through the Museum. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of art and explore world-famous collections, from Egyptian mummies to contemporary masterpieces, each narrating historic stories across diverse cultures.

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5. Gourmet Burger Kitchen - GBK Oxford

4.0

Excellent(7)

££££Price: Moderate

• Burgers • Oxford

Booked 13 times today

The home of the original gourmet burger We’ve been making them our way since way back in 2001. Whether we’re flame grilling the best cuts of British beef, farm fresh chicken or purely plant-based, we’re all about the flavour. Toppings, we stack them high. And Sauces, we’re famous for them. Masters of the medium rare And it starts with the meat. But not just any. Ours are 100% British, grass-fed, hand-selected cuts of chuck, brisket, flank and 30-day dry-aged steak, chargrilled just how you like it. Finished to perfection with a fresh artisan bun, a choice of flavour-stacked toppings and our famous homemade sauces. Earn rewards with the GBK app Join the GBK gang where you can earn rewards as you eat burgers! Our app is loaded with a whole host of meaty features, adding even more flavour to your GBK experience.

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6. Gees

4.5

Awesome(2990)

££££Price: Expensive

• Mediterranean • Oxford

Booked 30 times today

Oxford’s iconic glasshouse and stunning terrace remains loyal to its traditions of providing quality food & service in the most beautiful restaurant in Oxford.Free parking for two hours is available just a short walk away on Canterbury Road and Bevington Road. Our kitchen features a wood fired oven & charcoal grill, ingredients are simply prepared and expertly cooked. Open every day from 09.00am until 10.30pm serving our all day menu, on Sunday we also offer a roast. Please feel welcome to just drop by for a glass or two in our new secret garden. Expect a warm welcome and great food served by knowledgeable & friendly waiters.

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7. Sticks'n'Sushi - Oxford

4.7

Exceptional(143)

££££Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Oxford

Booked 50 times today

Located in Westgate Shopping Centre, enjoy quality sushi, sticks and Japanese-inspired cocktails on our rooftop terrace with stunning views of Oxford’s historic spires. Perfect for quick lunches, leisurely dinners, celebrations and graduations. A sushi restaurant - even for those who don't like fish.

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8. Parsonage Grill

4.4

Awesome(2125)

££££Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Oxford

Booked 19 times today

Parsonage Grill is a Cotswold-esque bolthole located within the 5-star Old Parsonage Hotel in central Oxford on Banbury Road.Famous for its intimate, bohemian, clubby atmosphere, and beautiful outdoor dining area, the Parsonage Grill displays an amazing collection of eclectic oil paintings; mainly portraits of well-known writers and artists.Our expert team takes pride in using the best local produce, cooked simply to create classic British dishes with a modern, light touch.Open every day of the year, enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and our famous afternoon teas, in the company of Oxford’s academic and literary luminaries...

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9. Branca

4.7

Exceptional(2441)

££££Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oxford

Booked 11 times today

Welcome to Branca, our large and lively Italian brasserie in Jericho. For us food is all about quality ingredients, honest cooking, big flavours and uncomplicated dishes. In other words buy decent stuff and keep it simple.

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10. Côte Brasserie - Oxford

4.4

Awesome(121)

££££Price: Moderate

• French • Oxford

Booked 41 times today

Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.

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Caroline
Miami - Dade •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent service, really delicious food and adore the space, so well designed- tables not too close together, high ceilings and very comfortable chairs and banquettes. The high Ivy standards throughout! We all loved it.
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The Ivy Oxford BrasseriePrice: Moderate• Contemporary British• Oxford
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4.5
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Vivian
Oxford/Oxfordshire •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Lovely and varied menu to suit everyone in our family. Great atmosphere and good attentive service. Pisco sour was a plus as you dint find them everywhere!
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Quod Restaurant & BarPrice: Expensive• European• Oxford
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4.6
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David
Oxford/Oxfordshire •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
We had a really nice meal,the server was fantastic and very helpful,and the restaurant not too crowded and really relaxing.Food was very good and well seasoned and spiced,devilled kidneys perfect ,but alittle too much salt in the rabbit,which was also very good.oysters were perfect,my wife had moules ,perfect,her lemon sole a little bland,but then lemon sole is.overall,most enjoyable and really pleasant meal.
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No1 Ship StreetPrice: Expensive• Contemporary British• Oxford
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4.7
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Jola
London •1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Excellent afternoon tea, attentive service! Thoroughly recommend.
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Ashmolean Rooftop RestaurantPrice: Expensive• British• Oxford
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4.2
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Lisa
Oxford/Oxfordshire •20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 30 Nov 2024
Went for my son’s birthday party and the staff and food were brilliant.
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Gourmet Burger Kitchen - GBK OxfordPrice: Moderate• Burgers• Oxford
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