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Gees Restaurant set in a Victorian Glasshouse - Gees, Oxford, Oxfordshire

Gees

4.5
4.5
3024 Reviews
£26 to £40
Mediterranean

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2 people
19:00
Booked 44 times today
Additional seating options
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
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.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, British, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 09:00–22:30
  • Phone number
    01865 553540
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Lee Parsons
  • Area
    Oxford
  • Parking details
    Free 2 hour parking on nearby Canterbury Road (pass Gees on the left headed towards Summertown, second turning on the left). Maximum stay 2 hours Pay & Display parking on Norham Road (pass Gees on the left headed towards Summertown, turn next immediate right: Mon-Fri 8:00-18:30, Sat 8:00-13:00 (free outside these hours)
  • Public transit
    Nearest bus stop is located opposite Norham Road, two minutes from the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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What 3,024 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.1Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Romantic

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Most Booked

  • Oxford

    Best Ambience

  • Oxford

    Good for business meals

  • Oxford

    Great for creative cocktails

  • Oxford

    Healthy

  • Oxford

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Oxford

    Romantic

  • Oxford

    Lively

  • Oxford

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Gees offers a charming dining experience with "delicious food" and "fantastic service," set in a beautiful, cozy atmosphere. Diners rave about the attentive staff and diverse menu. The restaurant is perfect for special occasions and casual meals alike, drawing guests back for its "wonderful" ambiance and consistently high-quality cuisine.
3,024 Reviews
  1. David

    Oxford

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been going to Gees for therty years or so,and it has always delivered with excellent tasty food,good service and a lovely ambience.Last night,although they were very busy the staff were really helpful and gave us time to have a great experience.

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  2. Mitsuo

    Oxford

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    お店の雰囲気は、素晴らしく、ウエイターの対応もとても丁寧なものでした。前菜のコロッケもチーズの風味が美味しく、パスタもデリシャスで、満足しました。メインのステーキは見た目も素晴らしく、サラダは新鮮で、ステーキソースも抜群でした。
    GeesResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your wonderful and informative feedback! We’re so happy to hear that you enjoyed the atmosphere and had a fun, relaxing experience with us. We have also taken note of your feedback regarding the quality of the meat and have taken this up with our supplier. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Kind Regards, Roxy - Restaurant Manager

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  3. Greg

    London

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    The food was good, particularly the cauliflower soup, other dishes were on the light side e.g. small plate of linguine with very small and few scallops. The bill has a way of mounting up so that despite express lunches (2 courses on average) and no alcohol, the bill came to £158 for 4. the service charge at 13.5% obviously contributes to that. I prefer staff to be suitably remunerated and rewarded by genuinely discretionary gratuities when they go above and beyond.
    GeesResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to leave this informative review, we appreciate your feedback. I have discussed with our kitchen team regarding the portion sizing and this is certainly something to consider for future services. Regarding the service charge, please rest assured that this does actually go to our teams, and they certainly strive to provide the best service they can. Nevertheless, I am glad to see that you enjoyed the atmosphere and the quality of the food. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Kind Regards, Roxy - Restaurant Manager

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  4. Lucinda

    London

    2 reviews

    2.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    We used to come to Gees as a special family treat which we used to enjoy but last night the experience and the food was poor. We ordered duck rigatoni which looked like my memory of a bad school dinner - not only was the presentation and flavour poor but the consistency was a sludge that could have been horsemeat. The harissa squash tasted slightly stale - as if it had been left out too long. The service was inattentive and the evening disappointing. We will not return
    GeesResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for taking the time to leave this review, I am sorry to see that you did not enjoy your experience with us. Could you kindly contact us via our email or by phone so we may further investigate this issue? Many Thanks, Roxy - Restaurant Manager

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  5. Charles

    VIP

    London

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    We have been going to Gees for years and it remains our preferred choice for ambience, food and service. We highly recommend. CS Farr
    GeesResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you so much for your continued loyalty and for sharing such kind words! We’re delighted to hear that Gees remains your preferred choice after all these years. It means a lot to us that you appreciate our ambience, food, and service. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more great experiences. Thank you for your high recommendation! Best regards, Adrian-Restaurant Manager

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  6. Shirin

    London

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at Gees and I will definitely be back!! I had the mushroom risotto, the flavour and texture was elite!! The addition of the chestnuts on top added a subtle sweetness to a rich and truffly rice dish…sensational!! The staff were wonderful and excellent in their suggestions and advice.
    GeesResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your first visit with us, and we’re especially glad you loved the mushroom risotto. The chestnuts are indeed a special touch, and we're happy they enhanced your experience! It’s also great to hear that our team made a positive impression with their suggestions and advice. We can’t wait to welcome you back and serve you again soon! Best regards, Adrian-Restaurant Manager

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  7. Iris

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant, the setting was really nice and we were made to feel extra special on our anniversary by the lovely staff. A great experience in a special day, would love to come back again
    GeesResponded 3 days ago
    Thank you so much for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with us on your anniversary. It’s always our goal to make special occasions even more memorable, and we’re glad that our team was able to help make your day extra special. We’d love to welcome you back anytime, and we look forward to seeing you again soon! Kind Regards, Adrian-Restaurant Manager

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  8. Julia

    Oxford

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A lovely evening in the candle lit glasshouse. The food was imaginative and well cooked. The service was attentive but not over the top.
    GeesResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! I am so delighted to see that you enjoyed your dinner and service experience, and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Kind Regards, Roxy - Restaurant Manager

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  9. Nuohan

    Oxford

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is the perfect place for you to have a dating night with wonderful food taste and elegant environment!
    GeesResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! I am so delighted to see that you enjoyed your time with us and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Kind Regards, Roxy - Restaurant Manager

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  10. Michael

    Oxford

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 15 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was outstanding staff were great and attentive lovely atmosphere all in all a great place to eat.
    GeesResponded 7 days ago
    Thank you kindly for this lovely review; we are delighted to see that you enjoyed your time with us and that our team took care of you. We hope to welcome you back again soon! Kind Regards, Roxy - Restaurant Manager

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2 people
19:00
Booked 44 times today
Additional seating options
Google Map for Gees

61 Banbury Road, Oxford, Oxfordshire OX2 6PE

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Area
    Oxford
  • Hours of Operation
    Daily 09:00–22:30
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    Mediterranean, British, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Free 2 hour parking on nearby Canterbury Road (pass Gees on the left headed towards Summertown, second turning on the left). Maximum stay 2 hours Pay & Display parking on Norham Road (pass Gees on the left headed towards Summertown, turn next immediate right: Mon-Fri 8:00-18:30, Sat 8:00-13:00 (free outside these hours)
  • Public transit
    Nearest bus stop is located opposite Norham Road, two minutes from the restaurant.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Cash not accepted, Diners Club, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Lee Parsons
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Late Night, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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