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.

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.

This is another one of those pubs that I rather enjoyed, once again because of the beer garden,…read morewhich I have to admit was rather quite charming. Well, they also had some decent beers on tap, but the thing is that these decent beers pretty much end up being owned by the major breweries, but I have to say that I certainly preferred the fact that they did have these beers available on tap. As for the pub, yes, it definitely was quite a nice, and rather charming, pub to visit.

I have been drinking here on and off since the 1980's. Its a place one can enjoy Real ale with…read morefriends knowing there was going to be a pleasant atmosphere. The toilets are upstairs and there is a small outside area.

We had originally planned on visiting the Eagle & Child, which is famous for being the regular…read morehaunt for C.S. Lewis and Tolkien, but alas it was closed for renovations. Instead, we headed to the second best thing, The Lamb & Flag, where Tolkien and Lewis had also grabbed a drink or two in the past. Good pints, friendly service, and second best famous literature icons haunt in Oxford.

Sadly, the Eagle & Child was closed at the time I visited Oxford (and since it was over two years…read moresince I visited I checked and sadly it is still closed). So, anybody who basically wants to have a drink at a pub that was frequented by Tolkien (and Lewis) you do have this pub, and it is across the road. Sure, there are photos of the authors who gathered here for a few drinks, and discussions about books, but sadly it doesn't hold the iconic status that the one across the road down.

This was my first pub so take my review with grain of salt but staff were nice, self serve water,…read moreshared the calamari with my friend (smaller portion for £8), cozy atmosphere and people were beginning to do trivia night as we left. Nice place to hang out.

One pub is like any other pub. Not, the St Aldates Tavern. That pub is in a league of its own. We…read moreare oldies but loved the vivaciousness of the place and of the staff. The girls behind the bar were smiling as they served, now that is a one off wherever you go or drink. We noticed an Asian group walk in and, obviously, unaccustomed to The British ways asked where they could sit. They were guided by the young lady behind the bar and then she took their order and waited on them. Now that is a lovely touch. Fantastic choice of 'never heard of' ales with exotic and quirky names. The whole décor of the place oozed FUN. The TV above the mantleshelf with its picture framing. The odd chairs and tables. We loved it and can't wait to go back for more.

With its beer garden set at the base of a stone bridge, Folly Bridge, along the River Thames, Head…read moreof the River is the perfect spot to grab a pint and a meal while watching river activity, including boats and rowing crews. Luckily, I caught two sunny days! The patio is large and tiered, with the lowest level right on the water, offering a great view from every spot. The staff were friendly, and the beer selection was solid. I had the fish and chips along with a Caesar salad, both of which I enjoyed. If I lived in Oxford, I'd be at this pub every sunny day. I really enjoyed my time here!

We stopped in for a pint and enjoyed the river views on a beautiful spring day. Service at the bar…read morewas friendly and quick. They have all the beers, wine, and cocktails you'd hope for, plus a food menu we didn't dive into. When we visited, the outdoor seating was open for wherever you wanted to sit, but I've read that during busier tourist seasons you have to reserve tables if you want to be near the water. Keep that in mind depending on when you're visiting. Either way, it's a large pub with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, so you'll be happy wherever you end up.

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.

Food was a mix between over cooked and under cooked…read more Slightly cold too, was disappointed as it was before 5pm and it was very quiet (start of the week) Service was good, nothing amazing. Would try again just to make sure it was not a one of "waste" of £50

Erika was amazing. if you go to O'Neill's make sure to say hello to her, she's very smiley and kind…read moreand provide an above and beyond experience! thank you erika! and thank you O'Neill's!