Somewhat hard to find secret :-) well worth the time and its history. Expect mostly small rooms…read moreinside (but cool in the summertime) and lots of outside tables. Covers a fair amount of rooms/space in between the buildings etc. It's however a Greene King owned location now so perhaps not the flexibility of drinks as others. I don't try the food in this trip, but tried the Greene King IPA (the defacto US "Budweiser" sold beer in over 2500 pubs owned by them, but better than an US mass sold beer), and then a local Reggie's Turf beer. You can use the Greene King (GK) mobile app to order (QR code on each table), and there is an open bar area (with a low ceiling) to order some locals that are not in the GK app. Service is friendly and courteous! What I have experienced so far is that the WiFi is the same in any Greene King (GK) owned location :-)

A hidden gem in Oxford's history…read more Truly, a hidden gem. I almost don't want to write this because I want it kept hidden for as long as possible! Service was great in a bustling dining room. This 19th-century tavern is nothing short of charming and cozy, serving some fantastic meals. You can't go wrong with their Steak & Ale Pie and Fish & Chips.

Great spot to pop in for some drinks. Loved the outdoor seating and the bartender (Alexa? Alexis?)…read morewas fabulous!

The White Horse pub first opened as The Mermaid in 1591, changed its name a handful of times, but…read moresettled on White Horse ever since the 1830's. Thanks to its central location and tons of history, it seems like this pub has suffered at the hands of tourists like myself in recent years. The interior is smaller than other pubs I visited, but could be downright cozy if it weren't for the people coming in, looking around, and then leaving after taking a photo or two. (Maybe I just caught a tour bus day) They have 8-10 beers on tap, offer wine, and was told that the fish & chips are tip top, though we just had a few pints on our visit. Service at the bar was friendly and prompt, and we snagged one of the few tables available to sit and people watch. Overall White Horse is a fine small pub and well worth a visit if you love historic buildings/businesses. You can be the judge of the rest.

Cleaver. The name says it all. Get in here and get your burger, ribs, hearty salad, or chicken and…read moreadd a margarita for fun! This is a great spot for groups or just to hang out with a buddy or two. The location is right smack in the downtown area and the ambiance is cool and inviting! We had a full-on burger along with a 'skinny' burger for me. And, we enjoyed a tasty margarita with it - and fries of course. It's a relatively newer spot and seems to be taking off very nicely! Check out the light instalation (very cool) and abundance of seating (very comfy) when you enter as well as the tasty menu of meats (very clever Cleaver!) Great lunch spot!

Ate here last night with my husband - great service. We turned up at peak time on a Saturday…read morewithout a booking and, while they didn't have a seat for us straight away, we had time to kill so took a seat at the bar and had a drink while we waited - which was, maybe 15 minutes - before being taken to our table. The staff were polite, our order was taken promptly and the food arrived surprisingly fast but was hot, fresh (ribs and wings for me, burger for hubby) and filling - you get plenty for your money. The whole place was also clean, including the toilets. Will definitely be eating here again - look forward to trying out one of their milkshakes!

I expected to encounter difficulty in finding a table on a Tuesday afternoon (traditionally when…read more"The Inklings" would meet for their weekly congregations). Yet within minutes, my friend and I were escorted and seated at a table directly underneath several artifacts, photos and letters adorning the walls behind us, that once belonged to the literary giants (such as J.R.R. Tolkien, C.S. Lewis, and others) that once frequented this charming tavern. Once again (as was a frequent occurrence during my tour of the UK), I partook of the Shepherd's Pie and a glass of tomato juice (confession: I'm not much of a beer or ale imbiber; apologies for my ignorance to those who are true connoisseurs of the hopped and malted brews, and for the offense of ordering such an abomination in a pub...haha!). In truth, coming here was more of a pilgrimage for a life-long Tolkien aficionado, than anything having to do with drinking or eating. And yet, in raising a glass in toast to my literary heroes, in the hallowed halls where they once gathered, I felt warm sense of kinship, and thankfulness, for such an amazing opportunity.

It's a historic Oxford pub known mainly for its previous patrons, JR Tolkien, C.S. Lewis and Lewis…read moreCarol. The pubs is well lined with photos of the authors and it's a nice place to pause and wonder what these illustrious minds would have been drinking in their time. There are better pubs with better bears like The Turf Tavern, but still, the atmosphere makes this a great spot to pause, gather your thoughts and drink some real ale.

We found out about Glut after our visit to the Oxford museum nearby. We were craving something…read moresinful and this place seemed to have what we were looking for. When we got there, the place was a bit empty but that was because we arrived during off peak time. The server was very attentive and told us that we can use the QR code to look at the menu. The menu does not have a lot of options to the point where it was overwhelming, they offer just the right amount of options. This is good because restaurants that offer way too many options tend to not be good and any of them. We ordered three items: Sinful fries, a plant burger, and a cheeseburger. All three arrived within a reasonable amount of time. I would say that all of the food that we received was delicious. I would definitely recommend this place to anybody and we would definitely return next time we're in the area.

Fantastic experience, great food!! One of the few restaurants in England that I found that had…read moredelicious food!!!

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.

No longer Maxwells. Now Hanks. Advertized to open at 12 noon. After 12 and still not opened…read more Not wasting my time eating elsewhere.

Good location and service but terrible food. The chicken tenders and club sandwich is dry. The…read moreburgers are overlooked. Fries have no salt or seasoning. Refills on drinks are extra. I wouldn't return.

This is always my first stop in Oxford. This chain serves really really good burgers, no matter…read morewhere you are in the UK you can go there ensured to go out full and happy. My favorite is the Byron but i'm a classicist, you can go crazier on their other more exotic recipes. Each month of so they offer a different recipe, last time i went, it was an Italian one (which living in Italy, i tend to avoid in the UK). I also like the interior and general atmosphere, quite beautiful. Also the waiters are always super nice and efficient. The one thing i did not like at all: desserts. At least the brownie was no good at all. So enjoy these good, decent burgers, nice fries all over the UK with confidence, they will not disappoint you.

Out of business two years ago! It is now the Gourmet Burger Kitchen. Still good for burgers--in…read morefact ours were 50% off. The servers were attentive but not bothersome, and very kind. A soaking wet DoorDash driver came in and they gave him paper towels to dry off and wiped his helmet visor for him. We had bleu cheese burgers. Delicious. Well cooked and savory. The atmosphere is your basic fast food burger place, but as I said, the staff is pleasant. Strongly recommend!

Real nice burgers, they even have a gluten free bun! I love that you can customize what you want on…read moreit. Lovely service, nice place, and i demolished many a burger after long tours. Tastes fresh too. For the days when you just want something familiar.

GBK is a burger chain in the UK. We stumbled upon a lot of them during our time there, but only…read moretried this one out. As the name implies, this is a burger joint! But you can also get some chicken products and fancy milkshakes. The insides seem to always be nicely decorated if you like modern style decor, which I do. They can accommodate large parties fairly easily. Personally, I remember my burger being kind of dry and not tasting super spectacular. That being said, I enjoyed their skinny fries and especially enjoyed the boozy milkshake I tried. They have a pretty large selection of beer and spirits, so if you're looking to have a drink with pals, this is a solid enough option.

We came here for a celebratory dinner with reservations for 11 people. We were immediately greeted…read moreand seated in a private room. Our server was very attentive and did a wonderful job with recommendations and tending to everyone. She helped with wine selections and kept everyone's glasses filled. We had some dietary restrictions in our group and she was able to ensure GF and DF menu selections were properly handled. Everyone was happy and we had an enjoyable experience. The room we were in was well decorated with artwork and felt cozy.

What a lovely, old-fashioned (in a good way) restaurant and pub. It's so homey and nice and the…read morestaff is wonderful. It really feels like you're in their home. The bar and restaurant areas are very inviting. A friend of mine was staying in the hotel and we came by a few times to eat and drink. One of my favorite places in Oxford for sure.