I love tapas because I'm awful at making up my mind what to choose in a restaurant. This is the…read moreperfect solution - lots of little dishes to share! I went in on a Saturday lunchtime and found the service very efficient without feeling rushed. It was surprisingly quiet, so we forgot about the world around and were able to concentrate on the delicious food. The dishes are in the range of about £3.50 - £5.50 each and they're usually split into 2-3 bits, so can be shared if necessary. I recommend getting bread as well - it's great for soaking up sauces and is nice, soft ciabatta style with tomato sauce to dip it in. Particularly recommended: - deep-fried chicken soaked in garlic - not at all greasy and very tasty - potato with layers of goats cheese, ham and tomato - prawns with scrambled egg and asparagus (much, much taster than it sounds!) The sangria comes with a good amount of fruit in it and at £3 a glass is cheap and plenty enough to last a meal (if you can resist another one, anyway!). All in all a really nice place if you're into tapas and a great introduction if you've never tried it.

Fantastic! I love this place - a brilliant selection of hot and cold tapas with a range of drinks…read morein a very stylish room. My favourites are the selection of cheese, the garlic prawns and the little ham croquettes. Try a jug of sangria with it - it's very well done here and compliments the food greatly. This is a lovely place, decorated in a way inkeeping with the food and very private. The tables are well spaced, so you don't feel cramped or overheard. I like this place for dates or for a meal with a good mate. Always busy, so best to book it unless you've got time to have a drink at the bar first (which is no bad thing here). Go for a great, relaxed meal on one of Oxford's loveliest streets.

Kazbar has innovative cocktails, tasty tapas to share, and a lovely venue to catch up with friends…read moreor have a date night. The staff is super friendly, and the food/drinks get delivered quickly.

Kazbar is famous for its fantastic selection of tapas of a superb taste! I don't think you can go…read morewrong whatever dish you chose - they all taste awesome. I just love the idea of tapas, as it allows you to try more. The decor is very cool too- you might think you are in moorish Spain. Monday-Thursday there is a happy hour 50% off offer, which makes your visit even better!

Disappointing paella. Seafood overcooked, salty, no socarrat (crust) on the rice. More of a salty…read moreseafood risotto than an authentic Spanish paella. Service was ok, wine was serviceable. But gave us sherry to make up for it

We came for lunch, which has fewer options for tapas. We had the eggplant spread, the spinach, and…read morethe meatballs. All was good. The eggplant spread came with several olives, so be prepared for that in case you don't like them. Service was prompt. The restaurant only had one other patron.

Since Oxford is basically a uni town you could almost say that pretty much all of the pubs here are…read moreuni pubs. This one does sort of feel like one. Anyway, it isn't all that bad, but on the other hand it really didn't blow me away either. A part of me wonders whether I can consider it a railway pub, except for the fact that it really isn't all that close to the railway station.

Large bar that serves tapas. Split into three sections. The right side as you enter has a really…read morenice fire place, which is perfect on winter days. I like to sit right next to it to warm up. It's a warm and cozy place. I liked that the server kept checking on the fire to keep it alive and burning. We had Spanish omelette, ratatouille, prawn dynamite, white wine prawns, chicken croquettes, Patata bravas, stacked glazed eggplant, haloumi fries (complimentary). Everything was good! You might think of tapas as tiny little assortments on a plate, but here you get proper portions. I left very full. Not too far off from how it's done in Spain. Hot toddy didn't have much whiskey in it, would not get again. The only thing I didn't like is when bar staff in an empty bar take your order from 100 yards behind the counter, forcing me to shout my order out - just walk over to where I sit Ok!

One of the most iconic pubs in Oxford!…read more The food is okay, the drinks are reasonably priced, but the location is elite. It has that classic Oxford pub atmosphere that makes it worth visiting, especially if you're showing someone around the city or looking for a casual drink in a historic setting. There are outdoor tables, seating inside, and a smaller section in the back. During peak hours, it can get quite packed, so it is not always the easiest place to grab a table, but that also adds to the energy of the place. Overall, I would not necessarily come here expecting the best pub food in Oxford, but for the atmosphere, location, and quintessential Oxford experience, it is absolutely worth a stop.

It's no surprise this pub is popular considering its location, but the quality of the food, drinks,…read moreand the people-watching make it great in its own right, not just because it's smack dab in the middle of Oxford. We found ourselves coming here again and again, as it was always nearby after a tour, or perfect for killing time before the next event. (in town for a family member's graduation) There's a few outdoor tables, and many little rooms inside with all types of seating options. We were a larger group with children in tow, and kept lucking out with the long table in the first room on the left. It does get rather busy at peak hours, but if you're patient or come at off peak hours, you'll snag a seat just fine. The fish & chips were a standout from all other fish & chips I had that trip. This is an American tourist review, so take that with a grain of salt, but we liked the food and the service was always friendly and quick.

Cuttlefish is an absolute gem! During my three-month stay in the UK, I tried fish and chips from…read morecountless places, including Ahmed's food truck down High Street and various spots around London (including some way overpriced spots near Hyde park). But nothing compared to Cuttlefish. They serve the best fish and chips I've ever had--no joke. On the last week of my stay, I found Cuttlefish and grabbed every friend and excuse to go back as many times as possible. Their muscle pasta is also to die for. I still crave it to this day. The restaurant itself is quaint and adorable, with tastefully themed decorations that add to the charm. If you're ever in the area, you have to check this place out. The service is great and attentive. Trust me, you won't be disappointed!

I went in to have a quick bite but changed my mind when seen the lunch deal was on offer (and this…read moreis after 6pm!!). Friendly waiter showed me in and explained various menu options. I opted for the full course - a starter, main, and dessert but to be honest portions are decent and only two would have been enough. The food itself was nothing short of delicious! I have never associated sardines with a luxury meal but here we go, wrapped in bacon and accompanied by a salad it was something. The rest of the meal was just as good.

Babas is the best place to go for a girley gossip and some fab cocktails. Have a perch on the bed…read morelike rugs and sip a Mohito or my fave tipple hippy chick which is a creamy milky chocolate and vanila little delight. They also boast giant Bloody Mary's which have become somewhat of a trademark for this Morrocan styled cocktail bar! If cocktails don't do it for you they have a wide selection of beers as well as mint tea- yum! Be sure to say hello to the bar staff as well, they're awesome. Opens daily at 5. Open late Fridays and Saturdays. Outside seating and smoking area. Big mirrors to check out how cool you look.

This place is absolutely amazing!…read more The staff are brilliant, the cocktails are some of the best that I have seen. The music and the atmosphere is so chilled and makes you feel really upbeat! If your a Shisha person then I recommend the Mint and Lemon, its great! I can definitely say that I am a new customer for life!!! See you guys again soon!!!

Very decent Turkish place up in Headington. Almost four stars: The food is really rather good,…read moresimple food. Turkish. Price-wise, it's a bit hit and miss. Everything just seems to cost a bit more than it should. Fine, I suppose - we had 8 adults and 2 children and the bill was £180 including service. But the service is just a bit spotty. Late arriving food, missed orders, the (£4!) Turkish coffees were rather inconsistent - one was half sludge, and gritty all the way through. Even though they thought we'd ordered 4 (we'd ordered 5) they went ahead and made it stretch. So, OK. Fine. Decent. But there's as good or better food to be had at as good or better prices... just with better service, and not far away. Bonus points for the fez hot-glued to the gent's lav door.

Great selection of food. If you are looking of Tapas that is a little different then it is worth a…read morevisit. I have had many a great nights here, when I was living in Headington. Loving the Turkish Drum and Bass! Its a shame it was only for one night only.

The place is pretty and has a big menu but I would absolutely not return…read more The waiters were nice but overall it was not a great experience The food was not good it actually had the DRYEST chicken I've ever eaten. The chicken in the maki bowl and the salad was soo Burnt. Wine was fine. Maybe just go for drinks and stay away from the food. The rest of the food was just ehhh

My husband and I are traveling for our honeymoon and basically eating our way through this…read morevacation. It was raining out in Oxford and we were starving so we stopped by yesterday evening. We were seated quickly. The men working were friendly and let us know it might be a moment as they were taking care of a large party ahead of us. We were fine with that as we planned on doing the 2 for £13 cocktails to start, but we appreciated the warning! We both for the French martinis which we loved. The server brought out our small plate quickly and it was filling enough that we were fine to wait on entrees (though it came out rather quickly despite how busy they were). The pad Thai and burger were both great and flavorful. We did one entree and then a deal where we got a 3 course meal for £22. To finish the meal the popcorn chocolate brownie was decadent and I would 10/10 have it again. The vibes were cool and a great way to end the day. Prices were very reasonable as well. I would recommend this as a date night spot as well. Thank you fora fun experience! Glad we stopped by!

Incredible Thai food in a classic British pub with a great selection of classic British draft…read moredrinks! We got Thai chicken wings, chicken pad Thai, and duck pad kee mau. Everything was delicious! Old Tom was a great break from traditional English food while still giving us the British charm. I'm so happy we stumbled upon this place and I would recommend it to anyone!

Great pub serving some tasty Thai dishes. Great stop after a long day in city center!read more