The black horse

Name: The black horse
Address: 81 High Street, Standlake, Oxfordshire, United Kingdom, OX29 7RH
Telephone: 01865 300307
Price range: £25 and under
Rating: 4.5

4.5

340 Reviews

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

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2 people

24 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 8 times today

Dog-friendly
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

The Black Horse pub in Standlake near Witney is a welcoming establishment, steeped in history
Historic Appeal: The Black Horse has been a pub since at least 1761, housed in a Grade II listed building dating back to the 16th century.
Traditional Charm: As a typical traditional English village pub, it retains much of its historic character.
Classically Trained Chefs: Enjoy a menu crafted by fantastic chefs, offering a range of beautifully prepared dishes.
The menu features locally sourced ingredients, ensuring freshness and supporting local producers.
We have a beautiful garden area perfect for al fresco dining or largeee private functions.
OpenTable Bookings: Reservations through OpenTable are accepted for food reservations only.
Perfect for Any Occasion
Lunch with Friends: A great spot for a casual lunch with friends.
Celebration Meals: Ideal for special occasions and celebrations.
Please call in and sample our fare.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, British, Contemporary French
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed, Thu 12:00–14:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–14:30 Sun 12:00–17:00 Bar Mon, Tue 15:00–23:00 Wed–Sun 12:00–00:00 Dinner Wed–Sat 18:00–21:30
Phone number
01865 300307
Website
http://www.theblackhorsestandlake.com/
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive Chef
Jamie Whiting

Location
81 High Street, Standlake, Oxfordshire OX29 7RH
Area
Witney
Parking details
Private Lot
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 340 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.4Food
4.7Service
4.6Ambience
4.4Value

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Oxford/Oxfordshire
Gluten-free-friendly
Oxford/Oxfordshire
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Review summary

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The Black Horse offers a "delightful" dining experience with a "cozy and rustic ambiance." Known for its "excellent" Sunday roasts and "friendly" staff, this country pub is a favorite for both locals and visitors. It's "dog-friendly" and features an inviting garden, making it a "must-visit" for anyone near Lincoln Farm Park.

340 Reviews

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Andrew
Oxford2 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, friendly service & reasonably priced. Well worth a visit.
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Andrew
Oxford2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Busy locals pub, friendly staff, great food at reasonable prices. Well worth a visit
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Sue
Oxford1 review
4.0
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Although we were the only table filled at 1pm for lunch, we were not disappointed as the food was very good, was served nice and hot and the service was very prompt without us feeling rushed. This is a village pub and is likely to be supported during the evenings by the locals, various boards inside showed different themed food evenings that were on offer, and it was nice to see & feel the warmth from the lit log burner. Would certainly recommend to anyone looking for a nice quality meal at reasonable prices, with a pleasant garden should the weather be warm.
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OpenTable Diner
Oxford1 review
5.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Lovely Sunday lunch. Good food, good service, and dog friendly too. Will definitely go back
The black horseResponded on 3 March 2025
Thank you for your kind review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed your Sunday lunch with us. Great food, friendly service, and a warm welcome for our four-legged friends are what we aim for! We look forward to seeing you again soon. Warm regards Luke GM
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Tony
Oxford2 reviews
4.0
Dined on 2 March 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Very nice the Dover sole was excellent if you get chance.
The black horseResponded on 3 March 2025
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad you enjoyed the Dover sole—it’s definitely a favorite! We hope to welcome you back again soon for another great meal. Best Wishes Luke Manager
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hayley
Bath10 reviews
5.0
Dined on 1 March 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wow the food here is amazing!! Lovely pub and friendly staff. Beautiful open fire too.
The black horseResponded on 3 March 2025
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so pleased you enjoyed the food, our cosy atmosphere, and the friendly service. We hope to welcome you back again soon for another great visit! Warm Regards Luke Manager
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Fiona
Oxford1 review
2.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Waitressing staff are amazing - friendly, welcoming, attentive and interact with you throughout. Staff and customers not as friendly in the main bar when you have dogs.
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RACHEL
London4 reviews
4.0
Dined on 23 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A wonderful Sunday roast in a cosy country pub! Beautifully cooked and plenty of food at a good price. Service was excellent too!
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Isabelle
Brisbane4 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 February 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent as always. My favourite place to eat in all of Oxfordshire
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JULIA
London3 reviews
4.0
Dined on 15 February 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Really good venue. Plenty of choice as far as drinks were concerned. Pretty busy when we went, mainly due to a table of 15 eating alongside us! Roaring fires and excellent food. The service was good too. Would recommend booking. The car park was full of locals (great to see) and their 4x4's, so give yourself plenty of time as you'll probably have to park on the road - which is very dark in the winter months!
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The black horse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01865 300307.

The black horse is rated 4.5 stars by 340 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

24 Mar 2025

19:00

Booked 8 times today

81 High Street, Standlake, Oxfordshire OX29 7RH

Additional information

Area
Witney
Hours of Operation
Lunch Wed, Thu 12:00–14:00 Fri, Sat 12:00–14:30 Sun 12:00–17:00 Bar Mon, Tue 15:00–23:00 Wed–Sun 12:00–00:00 Dinner Wed–Sat 18:00–21:30
Price
£25 and under
Cuisines
Gastro Pub, British, Contemporary French
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Private Lot
Payment Options
Mastercard, Visa
Executive Chef
Jamie Whiting
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.theblackhorsestandlake.com/
Phone number
01865 300307

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