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Shepherds Hut, Ewelme, Oxfordshire

Shepherds Hut

4.7
4.7
124 Reviews
ÂŁ25 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
21:30
Booked 3 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Dog-friendly
  • Good for groups
From the moment that you walk through the door of our cosy, traditional local village pub and restaurant you will receive a very warm welcome. We have a great selection of wines including Bellefontaine Chardonnay and Vega Piedra Rioja and beers of many varieties with a new food menu that caters for most tastes. Pop in and relax by our roaring fire and enjoy the atmosphere of this lovely pub with family and friends.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    ÂŁ25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 12:00–00:00 Sun 12:00–22:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–15:00 Sun 12:00–15:45 Dinner Mon–Sat 18:00–21:00 Sun 17:30–20:30
  • Phone number
    01491 836636
  • Website
    http://www.shepherdshutewelme.co.uk/index.html
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Location
    Shepherds Hut, High Street, Ewelme, Oxfordshire OX10 6HQ
  • Area
    Benson
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Public transit
    Hourly bus route straight ahead of the pub. Buses run until around 6:30.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Menu

Shepherds Hut's menu was last updated 2022-02-02.

To Start

  • Soup of the Day + Crusty BreadÂŁ6.50

    • Pate, Chutney + ToastÂŁ7.50

      • Deep Fried Calamari + Lemon + Dill MayoÂŁ7.50

        • Spiced Chicken Wings + Hot Sauce!ÂŁ6.90

          Char Grilled Flat Breads Topped with Either

          • Piri Piri ChickenÂŁ8.50

            • Steak, Stilton + RoquetteÂŁ9.90

              • Crispy Halloumi with Sweet Chilli GlazeÂŁ8.00

                • Baked Ham + CheddarÂŁ7.00

                  Mains

                  • Chilli Bowl + FriesÂŁ8.50

                    • Cod, Chips, + Mushy PeasÂŁ13.60

                      • Ham, Brace of Eggs + ChipsÂŁ13.50

                        • 1/2 Roast Chicken, Chips + Hut SlawÂŁ12.90

                          • Steak Fritz + House Salad + Garlic ButterÂŁ13.70

                            Burgers

                            All served with salsa fries + hut slaw

                            • FluxyÂŁ14.80

                              • Piri Piri ChickenÂŁ13.90

                                • HalloumiÂŁ13.50

                                  Salads

                                  Vietnamese or Classic Garden. Add topping from the following

                                  • Seared Piri Piri ChickenÂŁ14.50

                                    • Sizzling SteakÂŁ16.00

                                      • Mozzarella Tomato + PestoÂŁ14.00

                                        • Chilli + Garlic PrawnsÂŁ17.90

                                          + to Finish

                                          • Lemon Curd Posset + ShortbreadÂŁ5.50

                                            • Vanilla Panna Cotta + Warm Doughnuts + Raspberry CoulisÂŁ5.90

                                              • Classic Chocolate Brownie + Clotted Cream + Ice CreamÂŁ5.50

                                                • Cheese + Biscuits + SavouriesÂŁ9.90

                                                  • Ice Cream or Sorbet

                                                    • P/SÂŁ1.60

                                                  Last updated: 2 February 2022

                                                  What 124 people are saying

                                                  Shepherds Hut reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                                                  Overall ratings and reviews

                                                  Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

                                                  4.7
                                                  4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                  • 4.7Food
                                                  • 4.7Service
                                                  • 4.6Ambience
                                                  • 4.6Value

                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                  Loved For

                                                  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

                                                    Child-friendly

                                                  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

                                                    Hot spot

                                                  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

                                                    Neighbourhood gem

                                                  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

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                                                  Review summary

                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                  Shepherds Hut offers a warm, welcoming atmosphere with "fantastic food and amazingly friendly staff." Guests rave about "the best roast dinner" and generous portions. This cozy pub features a delightful beer garden, making it "a true country pub with good pub grub." Highly recommended for a memorable dining experience.

                                                  124 Reviews

                                                  1. Leigh

                                                    Oxford1 review

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on 2 March 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Been to Shepherd Bush in a few occasions now and as always fantastic….. the food was also brilliant 🤩 would definitely recommend too!

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                                                  2. Edward

                                                    Oxford1 review

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on 23 February 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Big portions, lovely selection, good service and value , will be back soon

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                                                  3. David

                                                    London3 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on 20 February 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Really enjoyable tasty lunch. Decent portions too.

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                                                  4. Tiggy

                                                    Buckinghamshire2 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on 9 February 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Another amazing Sunday lunch. All aspects of the meal excellent especially the cheesy leeks! Sat in side area of pub great but very noisy once a few more tables taken. Will definitely return.

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                                                  5. Ann

                                                    Oxford3 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on 5 February 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Great food, lovely setting- great place to eat after a wander round beautiful Ewelme.

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                                                  6. Luci

                                                    London3 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on 27 January 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Love this pub , food is always good and the staff are very attentive and lovely . Traditional Oxfordshire pub with good beer wine and food

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                                                  7. Keith

                                                    Oxford1 review

                                                    4.0

                                                    Dined on 14 January 2025

                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                    2. Food 4
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                    A good straight forward village pub with a wide menu and good beer. Interesting antique decor. Never seen so many meat mincers in one place before….

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                                                  8. Stuart VIP

                                                    Oxford30 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on 10 January 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    We really like the Shepherd’s Hut. The food is reasonably priced and delicious, relaxed traditional pub/vibe ambience and has managed to combine being a restaurant with being a community oub, something not many places achieve.

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                                                  9. Moly

                                                    London3 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on 10 January 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Food and atmosphere is really good, decoration is very English, I do love it. Brought lots friends here. Recommend!

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                                                  10. David

                                                    Berkshire1 review

                                                    5.0

                                                    Dined on 29 December 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Anna and the team were great . Roast was excellent. 100% we will be back.

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                                                  FAQs

                                                  Shepherds Hut offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01491 836636.

                                                  Shepherds Hut is rated 4.7 stars by 124 OpenTable diners.

                                                  Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                                                  Make a booking

                                                  2 people
                                                  21:30
                                                  Booked 3 times today

                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                  Google Map for Shepherds Hut

                                                  Shepherds Hut, High Street, Ewelme, Oxfordshire OX10 6HQ

                                                  Dining areas

                                                  Additional information

                                                  • Area
                                                    Benson
                                                  • Hours of Operation
                                                    Mon–Sat 12:00–00:00 Sun 12:00–22:00 Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00–15:00 Sun 12:00–15:45 Dinner Mon–Sat 18:00–21:00 Sun 17:30–20:30
                                                  • Price
                                                    ÂŁ25 and under
                                                  • Cuisines
                                                    Gastro Pub
                                                  • Dining style
                                                    Casual Dining
                                                  • Dress code
                                                    Smart Casual
                                                  • Parking details
                                                    Public Lot
                                                  • Public transit
                                                    Hourly bus route straight ahead of the pub. Buses run until around 6:30.
                                                  • Payment Options
                                                    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
                                                  • Additional
                                                    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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