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    Cherwell Boathouse

    4.1 (28 reviews)
    PriceyBritish
    Closed 12:00 pm - 2:30 PM, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Good for groups

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    Cherwell Boathouse - the river is to the right
    Andy B.

    The Cherwell Boathouse is a restuarant situated right next to the actual boathouse itself, which rents out punts on the river Cherwell, allowing one to hire a punt, and then return to the restaurant afterwards to talk of one's adventures, while watching fellow punters trying their hand. The restaurant itself is a delightful mock-Tudor building, oozing distinction, and occupied with a friendly and attentive staff who are willing to cater for all kinds of visitor. The food itself is British style haute cuisine, allowing for some fabulously delicious dishes such as rolled belly of lamb, pork noisettes, and crab soup, along with an interestingly stocked wine cellar. Pricewise, it's a little on the dear side, but certainly worth it, should you wish to entertain a loved one, or, as was my case, hold a birthday lunch for a relative.

    Pork belly with crispy skin starter
    T N.

    Had an early dinner here as we just arrived into town and this was the only reservation time available. The appetizers and wine were delicious. Unfortunately, things got busy quickly and by the time our entrees came, they had not brought our wine. It took 10 min to get someone's attention and then more time for them to prepare our glasses. Apologetically, they brought our wine but we had slowly consumed half our plates by then. They had selected the perfect wines for our plates and we were delighted. The food: salmon tartare was out of this world. Pork belly starter was full of flavor and had crispy skin, much like Asian roast pig. The sautéed gilt fish was perfectly seared and paired well with the tapenade sauce, which enhanced its flavor. The lamb was served piping hot and would have been better if I was not slow rolling my meal anxiously awaiting my wine. (The lamb was continuing to cook as each second passed, and the plate was served hot too) The ambience: there are two parts to the restaurant, the main and the tented deck patio. The main area is more tightly filled and formal while the tented area is also nice but not so cramped. Setting is romantic but also vibrant enough for an outing with friends or for business. Watching punting was a lot of fun too!

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    Beautiful, supremely romantic restaurant with excellent food and service. The kind of place you still think about years later...

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    Lovely restaurant on the water surrounded by punts. Food was excellent as was the service. Would highly recommend for a special night out.

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    10 years ago

    Have to say it's not worth the price. Seafood not fresh and beef too old. May not go second time unless major improvement.

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    Great food, hidden away nicely.

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    We ate here as a family after enjoying some time on the Cherwell in a punt.

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    The Kings Arms

    The Kings Arms

    5.0(4 reviews)
    60.0 mi
    ££

    Four of us had a wonderful dinner here last night. The food was delicious and the service was…read more10/10! We will definitely be returning soon.

    What can I say about the King's Arms? I'm at home here. When we moved to the UK, honestly our most…read moredesired feature was walking distance to a pub. We got stumbling distance to one of the best pubs in the country. This place is well-regarded by everyone in the region. I've met people here who give up walking distance to their local to drive here and have a good time. That says something. My first night here I made friends, and each time I've been here since I find myself in good company either with neighbors we've met before, or people who know we're new to the area and want to welcome us. I can't begin to tell you how often a quick pint before dinner turns into a long session at King's Arms. I wouldn't have it any other way. These guys truly embrace the concept of being the center of village activity. No TVs, no WiFi, these things distract from the community. You come here to interact with your friends and neighbors, enjoy a good beer, and enjoy living in the company of others. They regularly have events to bring the village out. The most impressive of which was the dinner they hosted on the night of the 100th anniversary of the sinking of the Titanic. They served the exact 10-course menu served in first class that evening, and requested everyone bust out their tuxedos and dresses to mark the occasion in grand fashion. It was a remarkable evening. One disappointment, since I have to list one to feel as though I am being fair, is the wine list. We love the temperanillo, but really none of the others. But we're not here to drink wine, we're here to be social! It makes me a little sad that we don't have this type of drinking culture in the US. If you're not an alcoholic, you're not likely be on a first-name basis with the bartenders at a local watering hole. That's why I love walking in here; everyone knows everyone else, they're always happy to see you, they know what you drink, they pour a tasty pint, and are genuinely good people. I dig it.

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    Cherwell Boathouse - british - Updated May 2026

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