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    Jacobs Chop House

    4.0 (1 review)
    InexpensiveBars, Barbeque

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    The Smoke Pit - Dough starter (pretzels and dough balls with nacho cheese) and Brisket Hash

    The Smoke Pit

    3.3(4 reviews)
    35.8 mi
    ££

    Have been here a couple of times and really enjoyed the food. The menu has expanded over the past…read moremonths. We shared a couple of the starters; the pretzels with dough balls and the brisket hash. Both were very good, preferred the pretzel dish over the brisket. The brisket is in more of a gravy than BBQ sauce, and has a slightly bitter, smokey taste to it. I would prefer a more sweeter sauce, like the pulled pork is in. The chicken wings are tossed in a hot sauce, though you can request BBQ. We tried an array of their meats, our favourite being the pulled pork. I was disappointed in the brisket as it's no longer sliced but pulled now and as stated the sauce needs working on. The platters are huge and best suited for sharing. Their desserts are really good too, and again ideal for sharing. I had the brownie stack which was amazing. We really enjoyed our meal, however it is on the expensive side. Starters and desserts are £7+, mains start from around £13, £20+ for platters. We ended up taking some of our meat to go. They also have a coke freestyle machine so drinks are unlimited!! They have a selection of steaks I'd like to try next time I'm there. Enjoyable meal. Our server was very friendly but service is a little on the slow side.

    The best meal I have had in the U.K. Especially in the North Hampton area. They don't open till 6pm…read morebut if you're in the area I definitely recommend it. Service was great and the food came out quick. There is a wide variety of beers to choose from and the art is pretty cool to look at.

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    The Smoke Pit - Exterior

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    The Smoke Pit - Special: Peanut Butter Brownie Stack --- delicious!

    Special: Peanut Butter Brownie Stack --- delicious!

    The Smoke Pit - The Smoke Pit Platter for one -- St Louis Style Ribs, pulled pork, sausage link, chicken thigh and pulled brisket

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    The Smoke Pit Platter for one -- St Louis Style Ribs, pulled pork, sausage link, chicken thigh and pulled brisket

    Bodean's - Boss Hog Dog

    Bodean's

    3.9(266 reviews)
    49.2 miSoho
    ££

    Bottom-line: while maybe average to its American traditional bbq counterpart , Boudean's is…read moreprobably as good as it gets for London. Ordered the half baby back ribs, fries and slaw. Baby back ribs: not necessarily fall of the bone type of ribs, but if you give it a good tug , some of the meats will slide off its axis. I enjoyed it for what it's worth. Obviously, the smoker is limited in scope , so I'm not expecting Texas style quality. Was a little chewy in some places, but also tender in others. Had a preference for the chiptole bbq sauce rather than the hickory. Fries were mostly good (minus the tiny bits). So close to the meats, the fries absorbed some of the smokiness flavor. Slaw: low-point of the bbq. They used way, way, too much dressing. Like it was flooded. Also the cabbage wasn't cut finely, but presented as whole chunk slices. Would definitely not recommend this one. Overall minus the slaw, I enjoyed Bodean's

    Good taste of the US with some smoked bbq. Variety if choices from pulled pork Mac and cheese to…read moremy recommendation of the boss hog dog. Sticky fingers were not my favorite so may avoid that appetizer choice. Dined with a group of 35 and they were able to accommodate us in their basement dining area with a call ahead. Wait staff was pleasant although took a minute to get that much food out and had to ask for drink refills, but overall would surely return.

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    Bodean's - Lots of ale choice!

    Lots of ale choice!

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    Sweet potato fries

    The Rusty Bicycle - Photo via http://www.therustybicycle.com/

    The Rusty Bicycle

    4.3(6 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    ££

    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.

    Jacobs Chop House - bars - Updated May 2026

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