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The Thatch, Thame, Oxfordshire

The Thatch

4.7
4.7
853 Reviews
£26 to £40
British

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Welcome to The Thatch. This bar and restaurant is tucked cosily inside a beautiful 16th century half-timbered thatched cottage amid a row of charming historic houses right in the heart of Thame. Inglenook fireplaces, exposed beams, a cosy atmosphere and a warm welcome all await you. The Thatch offers Modern British-influenced, wholesome country food made with the freshest seasonal
ingredients. There are interesting wines from small vineyards and a choice of traditional ales always on tap. Perfect for relaxed lunches and special occasions. Private dining also available.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Gastro Pub, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 10:00–23:30 Sun 10:00–22:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Rear car park. Parking available on main road in front of the restaurant
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    James Durrant

What 853 people are saying

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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Great for brunch

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Good for groups

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Healthy

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Good for special occasions

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Thatch delights with "excellent food," "brilliant service," and a "quaint setting." Guests rave about its "exceptional" dishes like Caesar salad and Crème brûlée, "fantastic specials," and "warm, friendly" staff. Ideal for celebrations or a cozy meal, it's a "must visit" in Thame, consistently offering a "superb experience."

853 Reviews
  1. Simon

    Oxford55 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Very friendly service. Attentive. Had a cosy table. Asked for them to put a ballon at the table (popped in beforehand). Was a strange reception, as though it was too much trouble. On the evening, was good but no special attention (nor asked). It’s been a while since we’ve been to the Thatch as found it quite flat. Hesse soufflé barely warm but rump and chips and scampi was ok.

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  2. EmmaL

    London7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely food. Service friendly Good specials board as well as the main menu

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  3. Zeynep VIP

    Oxford4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service as usual. We always look forward to our Sunday roast at the Thatch!
    The ThatchResponded on 17 February 2025
    Good evening, Zeynep We are very glad to become your new regular for Sunday Roast Dinner. We are so please that you have consistently enjoyed you recent visits and will see you on Sunday! Thank you, again for your kind words and for popping in. We look forward to welcoming you in again soon! Kindest regards, Chido

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  4. Rab VIP

    London43 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 16 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Fabulous Sunday lunch. Delicious food and attentive service. What’s not to like😃. We’ll be back soon.
    The ThatchResponded on 17 February 2025
    Good evening, Rab Thank you for your recent visit and review of the Thatch. We are so pleased that you enjoyed the food and service. We cannot wait to welcome you back again soon! Kindest regards, Chido

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  5. Zeynep VIP

    Oxford4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service as usual. It has become our regular Sunday roast.
    The ThatchResponded on 10 February 2025
    Good afternoon, Zeynep Thank you for your review and kind words. We are so glad that you enjoyed your recent visit and our Sunday Roast dinner. We have passed on your compliments to our team. We hope to welcome you back again as our regular for another meal soon. Kindest regards, Chido

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  6. Ian

    Buckinghamshire14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 9 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    A very solid 4/5 and nearly a 5/5. The food was good, and it was a nice touch that for our Sunday lunch we could have refills of the vegetables and gravy. It wasn’t that busy, as we were early, and the only downside was having to ask more than once for some things, but overall very good and we would go back again quite happily.
    The ThatchResponded on 17 February 2025
    Good evening, Ian Thank you for your recent visit and review. We are glad that you enjoyed your meals and appreciate your patience during your visit with your waiter/waitress. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Kind regards, Chido

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  7. Brigitte

    Berkshire3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 2 February 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Very nice quaint old pub cosy and warm Lovely roast dinner and excellent service staff very attentive
    The ThatchResponded on 10 February 2025
    Good afternoon, Brigitte Thank you for your review and kind words. We are glad that you enjoyed your most recent visit with us. We are appreciative of your lovely comments and have passed your compliments to our team. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Kindest regards, Chido

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  8. Tracy

    Liverpool1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 31 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I have been to the Thatch a few times, it’s consistently good quality food at a good price. The staff are always friendly and attentive. It’s a traditional pub with the nice restaurant separate at the back, which means you can meet at the bar first for a drink before you go in to eat, and again after your meal, your table has a 2 hour 15 minute time slot, however I have never ran over, the turn around is quite good, your food is delivered quickly but I have never felt rushed and that’s been a table for 2, 4 and 9 , I thoroughly recommend this restaurant and I will continue to revisit with family and friends
    The ThatchResponded on 10 February 2025
    Good afternoon, Tracy Thank you for your most recent visit with us and your kind review. It means the world to us that we give the most consistent great quality food and keep our service attentive and friendly. We are overcome with happiness and pride at your lovely comments, we have also let our team know of your compliments and they are very thankful. We look forward to welcoming you again as one of our regulars. Keep well and take care. Kindest regards, Chido

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  9. Zeynep VIP

    Oxford4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great, service was great and our table was comfortable.
    The ThatchResponded on 27 January 2025
    Dear Zeynep Thank you very much for your lovely review, looking forward to welcoming you back soon . Kind Regards Evelin

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  10. Lynn

    Phoenix24 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 19 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding atmosphere, food and service. Looking forward to our next meal there.
    The ThatchResponded on 1 February 2025
    Thank you so much for your lovely review, I have passed on your comments to all the team! We really appreciate it and looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind Regards Evelin

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The Thatch is rated 4.7 stars by 853 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 21 times today
Google Map for The Thatch

29-30 Lower High Street, Thame, Oxfordshire OX9 2AA

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Gastro Pub, Modern European
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Sat 10:00–23:30 Sun 10:00–22:00
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Rear car park. Parking available on main road in front of the restaurant
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    James Durrant
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