Diners' Choice: Best Overall restaurants in Oxford/Oxfordshire

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Updated July 05, 2025

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Orwells

4.9

4.9 (1398)

£41 and over

British

Binfield Heath

About the restaurant

Welcome to Orwells

Nestled in Binfield Heath near Henley-on-Thames, Orwells is led by Michelin-starred chefs Ryan Simpson and Liam Trotman. Our focus is on showcasing the finest seasonal ingredients—sourced locally and beyond—through refined, honest cooking that lets the produce shine.

Blending a rural ethos with modern techniques, our kitchen delivers elegant yet approachable dishes. Orwells is proudly featured in all major dining guides and has held 4 AA Rosettes for nine consecutive years, reflecting our commitment to excellence.

Relax in our cosy, stylish dining room, unwind in the lounge, or enjoy garden views on sunny days with al fresco dining. We’re also dog-friendly, welcoming well-behaved companions.

Menus:

À la Carte (Wed–Sat): £65 (2 courses) / £75 (3 courses)

Tasting Menu: £130 per person

Sunday Roast: £55 (2 courses) / £65 (3 courses)
(Tasting menu available Sundays on request)

We look forward to welcoming you soon.

Ryan, Liam & the Orwells Team x

Top review

SAMIA

Dined 4 days ago

A reallly lovely evening. Staff were attentive and knowledgeable about the menu. We loved it

The Snooty Mehmaan

4.9

4.9 (854)

£25 and under

Indian

Faringdon

About the restaurant

The Snooty Mehmaan is a refined contemporary Indian restaurant in the Oxford suburb of Faringdon.

Welcome to the Snooty Mehmaan! Previously the Snooty Fox, the Snooty Mehmaan now delivers the best in Indian & Thai food all expertly prepared by our award winning chef.

Our stylish and contemporary revamp of this former pub is able to accommodate a variety of functions including Weddings, Christenings, Business Meetings and friends/family get togethers.

We look forward to welcoming you to the Snooty Mehmaan for lunch or dinner. We serve our A La Carte menu daily. If you are Vegetarian or have special dietary needs please tell us and we will endeavour to offer you a wider choice of meals… During Sunday lunch we serve a delicious Indian buffet. (Please note we do not serve our full menu at Sunday lunch).

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Tracy

Dined 1 day ago

Perfection from start to finish, we booked a room as well which was very clean, really comfy bed and fantastic shower. The staff really couldn’t do enough and made it a very special experience. Our first time there and will not be our last.

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Popular dish

Tandoori Roti

The Plough Shiplake

4.8

4.8 (313)

£26 to £40

British

Henley-On-Thames

About the restaurant

The Plough Shiplake, pub & dining room that prides itself on offering a delicious, seasonal menu with an excellent drinks selection. The Plough makes you feel special, and at home, all at the same time.

The menu itself is the perfect combination of reinvented pub favourites, with interesting and culinarily creative signature dishes. As well as having a reputation for the best cocktails in Oxfordshire.

The building has been lovely restored; creating a homely, yet modern atmosphere, where it's easy to get lost in conversation for hours. Every table has been given an unique touch and the open fire creates warmth, in both meanings of the word.

Mobile Number: 07932 962655

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Zoe

Dined 2 days ago

Service and food was outstanding , lovely setting

Pizza Calzone Banbury

4.9

4.9 (708)

£25 and under

Italian

Banbury

About the restaurant

Pizza Calzone has been awarded By The Food Awards England 2023 for Best Pizza Restaurant of the Year & Best Italian Establishment! Multi-ward-Winning Pizza Calzon,e we offer meals of excellent quality and invite you to try our delicious food.
Whether you come for our mouth-watering Italian dishes prepared by our Chefs or for the creative cocktails, Pizza Calzone has something DELICIOUS for you!

Pizza Calzone Italian Restaurant is perfect for a quiet meal, family gatherings, events, and business meetings.

Good food. Good Drink. Good Atmosphere

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Jacqui

Dined on Jul 18, 2025

Excellent value for money. Large portions. There's a lady that works there in the restraunt. She's excellent and spot on with everything

The Plough Inn Finstock

4.8

4.8 (476)

£25 and under

English

Burford

About the restaurant

The Plough Inn is a quintessential English thatched Pub set in the West Oxfordshire countryside dating from 1772.We have a roaring log Inglenook fire in the Winter and large gardens for the Summer. Well kept Real Ales and a comprehensive Wine list. Fantastic Home Made food at great value prices. Dog and family friendly. Half price Sparkling wine and Champagne on Friday nights.Steak Special offer on Fridays and 2 for 1 Fish and Chips on Tuesdays.

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Abigail

Dined 3 days ago

What an amazing experience! Great food, friendly service - very accommodating with everything especially my husband's nut allergy. Highly recommend! We'll be back

Cherwell Boathouse

4.8

4.8 (63)

£26 to £40

Modern European

Oxford

About the restaurant

Step into the Cherwell Boathouse and experience the hidden gem of Oxford. Our menu showcases the finest ingredients, skillfully prepared to ensure each bite is a delight.

Make the most of our extensive, award winning wine list and our fantastic cocktail menu, as well as a range of non alcoholic options.

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Laurence

Dined 1 day ago

Quite frankly, I could not have imagined a more beautiful English setting than our table, on a terrace, overlooking the River Cherwell. The day was warm and sunny, and looking out at the punts, the row of ducks, the collection of swans only made this setting just about as good as it can get. The food was delicious, and the chosen wines were most suitable to accompany a fine three course lunch. I brought to Hollywood legends here and they agreed that nothing of this stunning atmosphere and ambience would be found anywhere in L.A. They also delighted in the simple French-style food, and overall would have given the restaurant seven stars had the limit not been five. LM

The Orangery at RH England

4.8

4.8 (178)

£41 and over

American

Banbury

About the restaurant

Located at RH England, a 400-year-old landmark estate in the Cotswolds, the Orangery offers a dramatic live-fire dining experience in a luminous setting. The menu features a wood-grilled Australian Wagyu ribeye, fresh-carved rotisserie chicken, a whole branzino and the house favorite, a wood-grilled avocado with 15 grams of Petrossian Imperial Kaluga Caviar, along with fine wines and Champagnes.

For group dining inquiries, please email: aynhoeparkhospitality@rh.com

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livia

Dined on Jul 7, 2025

Absolutely stunning place with wonderful view! Food is nice, service is out of expectation

Burnout BBQ

4.8

4.8 (373)

£25 and under

Barbecue

Oxford

About the restaurant

Home of the Hot Rod BBQ! American BBQ street food served up in a warm and inviting atmosphere. With traditional slow smoked BBQ, home made sides, cocktails, Ice cream Sundays and Cold Beers!

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Britney

Dined on Jul 12, 2025

The food at Burnout BBQ was amazing. Everything was cooked perfectly, full of flavor, and just really hit the spot. Went there on my birthday with my friend and the food was so filling and honestly, I couldn’t have asked for a better meal. Definitely one to remember.

The Loggia at RH England

4.9

4.9 (223)

£26 to £40

Pizza Bar

Banbury

About the restaurant

Located at RH England, a 400-year-old landmark estate in the Cotswolds, the Loggia is a relaxed open-air restaurant and wine bar offering wood-fired pizzas and charcuterie boards.

For group dining inquiries, please email: aynhoeparkhospitality@rh.com

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Lisa

Dined 5 days ago

Delicious food, I think the menu could have more choice Lovely staff , very attentive

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Popular dish

Truffle

The Thatch

4.8

4.8 (853)

£26 to £40

British

Thame

About the restaurant

Welcome to The Thatch. This bar and restaurant is tucked cosily inside a beautiful 16th century half-timbered thatched cottage amid a row of charming historic houses right in the heart of Thame. Inglenook fireplaces, exposed beams, a cosy atmosphere and a warm welcome all await you. The Thatch offers Modern British-influenced, wholesome country food made with the freshest seasonal
ingredients. There are interesting wines from small vineyards and a choice of traditional ales always on tap. Perfect for relaxed lunches and special occasions. Private dining also available.

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Paul

Dined 5 days ago

Great night at the Thatch. Best meal I’ve had there. And we’ve been going since it first opened.

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