Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in Oxford/Oxfordshire

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Updated December 05, 2024

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The Loggia at RH England

4.9

4.9 (198)

£26 to £40

Pizza Bar

Banbury

About the restaurant

Located at RH England, a 400-year-old landmark estate in the Cotswolds, the Loggia is a relaxed open-air restaurant and wine bar offering wood-fired pizzas and charcuterie boards.

For group dining inquiries, please email: aynhoeparkhospitality@rh.com

Top review

Sandie

Dined on Oct 29, 2024

Beautiful setting , food great and excellent friendly service . All together a really lovely evening

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Popular dish

Truffle

Orwells

4.8

4.8 (1358)

£41 and over

British

Binfield Heath

About the restaurant

Located in Binfield Heath, Henley on Thames. Orwells' Kitchen is headed up by Michelin starred chef Ryan Simpson & Liam Trotman. The aim is to source the best produce available locally and beyond to prepare delicious dishes with no fuss to let the quality of the produce shine. The kitchen takes a rural approach combined with modern cooking. The restaurants' been recognised in all the major guides and have continued to hold 4AA rosettes consecutively for 8 years. We have a nice relaxing lounge area and the atmosphere is cosy and classy. The garden area has great views and is open on warm days for dining. We are also dog friendly.

Orwells offers a choice of Al a carte, Wednesday - Sunday alongside a Tasting menu.
The Lunch menu runs from Wednesday to Sunday, its £45 for 2 courses and £55 for three courses. Sunday has a roast offering which in £55 2 courses & £65 3 courses, alongside the tasting menu and A la carte

We look forward to seeing you very soon, Ryan, Liam & The Orwells Team x

Top review

richard

Dined 4 days ago

Perfect ,good food and staff amazing .Thank you .

The black horse

4.5

4.5 (320)

£25 and under

Gastro Pub

Witney

About the restaurant

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.

Top review

Barnaby

Dined 7 days ago

Warm welcome. Staff very friendly and attentive. Good size table provided for party of four. My wife is coeliac and this was very well catered for without any fuss. Food was excellent! Can't wait to return. Thank you.

The Snooty Mehmaan

4.8

4.8 (796)

£25 and under

Indian

Faringdon

About the restaurant

The Snooty Mehmaan is a refined contemporary Indian restaurant in the Oxford suburb of Faringdon.

Welcome to the Snooty Mehmaan! Previously the Snooty Fox, the Snooty Mehmaan now delivers the best in Indian & Thai food all expertly prepared by our award winning chef.

Our stylish and contemporary revamp of this former pub is able to accommodate a variety of functions including Weddings, Christenings, Business Meetings and friends/family get togethers.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Snooty Mehmaan for lunch or dinner. We serve our A La Carte menu daily. If you are Vegetarian or have special dietary needs please tell us and we will endeavour to offer you a wider choice of meals… During Sunday lunch we serve a delicious Indian buffet. (Please note we do not serve our full menu at Sunday lunch).

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deepankurVIP

Dined 3 days ago

Excellent place to dine, me and guests thoroughly enjoyed

The Nest at The Feathers Hotel

4.8

4.8 (26)

£41 and over

British

Woodstock

About the restaurant

Ruffle some feathers.
When you have a comfortable bed to tumble into, just a few steps from the dining room, it’s as well to do so replete with fine food and maybe a glass or two of a good wine.
Eating and drinking is at the heart of The Feathers experience. The award-winning Restaurant serves the best of modern English cuisine and locally sourced ingredients.

Lunch served from 12pm to 2:30pm Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday,Sunday
Dinner served from 6pm to 9:30pm Wednesday,Thursday,Friday,Saturday,Sunday
Wine Bar Menu availible daily form 12pm to 9:30pm
Sunday Lunch Menu from 12pm to 3pm (Sunday only).

Top review

Adam

Dined 3 days ago

Great food in lovely surroundings. Would recommend.

The Plough at Hanney

4.8

4.8 (406)

£25 and under

British

Wantage

About the restaurant

Set in the picturesque village of West Hanney,This beautiful thatched pub offers great british pub classics, and small plates, with a vibrant pub atmosphere. This community owned business has new tenants who have been lucky to win a fair few awards in their time.
The Plough is the ultimate country pub and offers an incredible atmosphere and dining experience. Housed in a stunningly thatched public house, customers can choose to eat in the beautiful eatery, in the cosy bar by the fire or in the beautiful sun trapped garden.
With a passion for supporting farmers, the kitchen sources food from the very best local farms, knowing where each item comes from, from farm to plate. Owain even uses the produce from his family farm in Wales! Cooking is modern British and menus change daily depending on what is fresh and seasonal - Luke is particularly passionate about his small plates menu, ensuring that th plough is something for everyone.

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Tina

Dined 4 days ago

What a lovely, cosy venue for a meet up with a friend. Food was great, most places offer very limited gluten free options but pretty much everyting was on offer GF. 🤩 Staff were all excellent, really friendly and attentive. Will definitely return, thank you!

The Orangery at RH England

4.8

4.8 (139)

£41 and over

American

Banbury

About the restaurant

Located at RH England, a 400-year-old landmark estate in the Cotswolds, the Orangery offers a dramatic live-fire dining experience in a luminous setting. The menu features a wood-grilled Australian Wagyu ribeye, fresh-carved rotisserie chicken, a whole branzino and the house favorite, a wood-grilled avocado with 15 grams of Petrossian Imperial Kaluga Caviar, along with fine wines and Champagnes.

For group dining inquiries, please email: aynhoeparkhospitality@rh.com

Top review

PhilVIP

Dined 5 days ago

Beautiful venue. Lovely staff, food & wine service mixed for such a premium price point. RH concept is great but the restaurants seem to be struggling in current economic climate - hopefully 2025 & the new restaurant opening may help!

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Experience

Afternoon in the Tea Salon

The Beetle & Wedge

4.6

4.6 (1261)

£25 and under

British

Wallingford

About the restaurant

The Beetle and Wedge Boathouse is tucked away, and perfectly positioned on the most stunning part of the River Thames. The setting is like no other riverside venue which means you can switch off, unwind, and enjoy your precious time with us. The Beetle has played a huge part in many lives over the years and is steeped in literature history, from the Wind in the Willows, to Three Men in a Boat and not forgetting HG Well’s Mr Polly it has truly fascinated all that have discovered its true beauty. Our owner, Ben, has ensured that its character and charm has remained while adding his own magical touch.

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Valerie

Dined 3 days ago

A warm welcome, a beautiful setting and delicious food chosen from an interesting menu.

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Popular dish

Pan Fried Scallops

The Shilton Rose & Crown

4.9

4.9 (186)

£25 and under

Pub

Burford

About the restaurant

Situated in the idyllic village of Shilton, in the heart of the Cotswolds, The Rose & Crown is the
'perfect English country pub', serving exceptional food in our bar and dining room and a beautiful sunny beer garden. Join for snacks Tuesday – Saturday, with the full food menu available at lunch and dinner Wednesday – Sunday, including roasts with all the trimmings on Sunday afternoons.

Top review

Jayne

Dined 2 days ago

Great service, wonderful risotto. Lovely old stone pub with friendly staff.

The Chequers at Burcot

4.7

4.7 (1254)

£26 to £40

British

Abingdon

About the restaurant

Outstanding food, fine wines & ales, an extensive cocktail menu and a warm, friendly atmosphere  await you at The Chequers at Burcot!

Since 2006, multi award winning chef Steven Sanderson has been delighting his customers with a beautiful selection of delicious dishes that offer traditional values with a modern twist.

Come and relax within our 400 year old inn beneath the ancient beams, and enjoy your meal in contemporary decor near an open fire that burns throughout the year.

We opened 9 new boutique rooms in 2019 and these, together with the restaurant, means that The Chequers at Burcot in South Oxfordshire is perfect for those looking for a getaway, a staycation or accommodation for a business trip.

Top review

Aaron

Dined 1 day ago

Fantastic food, drink and service . Great B&B rooms aswell

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