There was a running joke in our family for more than 6 years, that despite several visits and…read morenumerous walks-past, I hadn't enjoyed a pint at the Rusty B. I first came with my husband and sister-in-law years ago when I was expecting, enjoying the ginger beer, the ample space, and not much else. I had it on my list when visiting again, but never made it inside. Finally, this trip, I got several pints, a couple of pizzas, and a burger, too. Order at the bar (note that there are £5 burgers on Mondays! and monthly specials for the burgers and pizzas), and pick your spot. I enjoy the little huts in the back garden, past the creepy cupboard (which is handy for threatening misbehaving children), but with so much space in the main room and the lovely outdoor tables, practically every seat is a good one. The burger was quite good for the price. The portion on the sweet potato chips was quite generous, and they were lovely and crisp. I enjoyed the pizzas - L'Ala Falco with sausage, onion, fior de latte, the June special with chorizo and corn, the margherita, and the kids cheese - nice crust with just the right amount of char and chew. Looking forward to more visits and pints in the future! 2019 Reviews #24

I'm surprised this place hasn't had more reviews. It's an utterly brilliant little pub in a…read morefast-improving part of Oxford. It's run by a couple of young men and they bring a true dedication to this business. Fabulous range and quality of beers and excellent, simple food. In times when other pubs struggle and go out of business this place is thriving and deservedly so. There are a number of these types of pubs that have appeared in Oxford These places have a good clientel who enjoy the atmosphere and the banter. It's like the re-invention of the pub with all the bad old thuggish bits taken out and the wonderful traditional bits kept in. This will be the saviour of the British pub which is otherwise under siege on all sides.

This is the best karaoke pub I have ever been to! The staff and regulars here are amazing.read more

Cannot say enough great things about this place and the staff and ownership…read more I had a team of colleagues from the US in town for a sales meeting and we were determined to do karaoke to celebrate making our sales goals. Even though this business was closed due to the bank holiday, they opened just for us so we could celebrate. Space was excellent, drinks are great, and again, the staff could not have been nicer and more accommodating. Looking forward to going back to Oxford soon so I can hit the Mad Hatter again!

This place is amazing, the beers they brew themselves are super tasty and served at the perfect…read moretemp. They have a beer garden that has an amazing local game called "Aunt Sally" that you will probably never see unless your at a handful of pubs within a 10 mile radius. I highly recommend this place, great staff and super nice locals. Come here, grab a pint and meet some great people. Cheers!

This is my favourite pub in the world. A huge deal. I must have been in hundreds all around the…read moreUK and the world. This is the best. Set in a very nice little place in Headington Quarry, opposite the church where C.S. Lewis is buried, but still ideally located for anyone living in Headington. It is also very well situated for any visitors, with it being straight down Gladstone Road where the major buses drop-off. The place itself is small, but the layout is great and there is a huge garden with nice decking. There is also a separate function room, which hosts the biannual Headington Beer Festivals, organised by the operators of the pub. The pub boasts a fantastic selection of real ales, with Bitter & Twisted usually on offer along with 5/6 others. The pub is also home to The Old Bog Brewery, and you can buy their beer to take away in mini-kegs etc. It is really nice. The owners are really great and the staff are always extremely polite, friendly and welcoming. There are several clubs and societies which frequent the pub during the week, playing obscure card and table games, which is always a curiosity, and there is also some kind of billiard table which is unfamiliar to me. It shows sky football, but I tend to avoid pubs when this is on. Overall, if you visit here, then you will not be disappointed. If you live in the area then you really should check it out. It doesn't open until 7pm on a monday.

went to this pub last saturday and had a great evening of karaoke hosted by friendly bar staff and…read morelots of customers having a great time loved it and look forward to going again .regards miketheglass

Nice neighborhood pub, very friendly and welcoming staff, good pub food and beer selection. Family…read morefriendly. We will go back.

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!!!

This pub is popular with nurses! And also Real Ale. It has Titanic. A brewery based in Belfast…read more It serves good food. The garden is large and family friendly. The students based at Ruskin Hall frequent here. So it must be good. The staff love to chat and give good service. Well worth a visit.

Once you summit the stairs to the rooftop pub and restaurant, you're rewarded with one of the best…read morepanoramic views in Oxford, including the Radcliffe Camera and the University Church of St Mary the Virgin. The view was so impressive that I visited the Varsity Club twice in just a few days. The waiting staff were very friendly, and I enjoyed the salmon and potatoes along with a Camden Pale Ale. Overall, a great experience!

Terrific rooftop bar that is perfect for happy hour. Nice prices on delicious drinks during happy…read morehour. Nice views!

Rowers and ramblers are possibly the only people who know about this gem of a pub. Hidden away down…read morethe towpath, this has a lovely beer garden stretching out to the riverbank. Perfect for early morning tea and scones, the wonderful array of freshly made cakes (chocolate & beetroot and lemon polenta are my favourites) or the range of different beers and cider, whether sitting out in the sunshine in the summer, or nestled cosily inside by the fire in winter. Where else would you want spend your weekend? (Note - to save disappointment check it's open before heading down. Most of the year it's open Fri-Sun, with possible Thu evening openings in the summer months)

The best pub in the area, even though it's hard to love: Its a long walk from town, the food is…read morelimited, and the hours are sporadic. That said, the atmosphere is delightful, the food that they serve is always ample and delicious, and the setting is magical. People complain about the service but i've always found the staff very pleasant. I return whenever i'm i oxford, and miss it when we're away. It's not the place for a gourmet pub lunch, but it's a marvelous spot for a weekend pint by the river. The often have music in the evenings.

Mostly for reasons of nostalgia, this is my favorite pub in the world…read more I lived down the street in Headington for a semester, and often found myself at the White Horse. A few friends and I had been trying to visit as many pubs in Oxford as possible, but this one kept drawing us back. It wasn't in the City Centre, therefore it wasn't teeming with tourists, which was nice. They had a good drinks selection, including the ingredients for a concoction my friend John invented - the Beige Russian. One shot Corky's white chocolate vodka + Coke = yum. The atmosphere was always relaxed, unless it was a quiz night, but the White Horse quiz is the best I've experienced yet. Even during the day, the pub is great. You can't beat their Yorkshire wrap (roast beef in a wrap made of Yorkshire pudding) and a pint of Strongbow for lunch. The White Horse is a must-stop destination whenever I'm in the UK.

As I sat down I was surprised to find a few one star reviews on Qype and awaited the potential…read moredisaster to unfold. The food was delivered within minutes, suspiciously fast, as if the meals were prepackaged airline trays to be heated up. Cutlery was forgotten and even sauces from one meal had to be pointed out on the menu to have them delivered as they should have been. As it happened, heating up was an issue along with fibrous smash for a child's menu and a stick of slightly pink chicken, let me tell you, it was never a happy chicken in life or in death. A third way into the challenge if eating such tripe a member if our group complained and a refund was offered by the waiter. Perhaps this teen was above his station as the manager offered half price, free deserts or a bottle of wine with a menacing aura. Do not be fooled by the pleasant exterior, this chain pub really does show you how bad food can be. AVOID.

We enjoyed a wonderful Sunday roast and crème brûlée dessert. The chicken was moist and flavorful…read more The sides were delicious too. Special thanks to the manager Leo who made a couple of newcomers feel very welcome! We will definitely be back.

This pub changed hands in January 2008. I have enjoyed drinking in this venue on and off since the…read morelate 1980's. The pub always had a quiz and served great food. The usual Sunday lunch type catering. The seating is ok. It seems clean. The locals are always friendly. There was a childs birthday party on the afternoon I last went here. Its a pub I will visit again and again. What recommendation is that!