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The Crown, Benson, Oxfordshire

The Crown

4.5
4.5
328 Reviews
£25 and under
British
52 High Street, Benson, Oxfordshire OX10 6RP

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Innovative
Our kitchen, overseen by the extremely talented head chef Peter Weedon, showcases and celebrates seasonal produce. The menu offers an enticing array of dishes full of flavour which are not only delicious but aesthetically pleasing as well. Daily signature dishes will also provide diners with an opportunity to explore fine ingredients whilst being able to enjoy exceptional table service which is not only attentive but also socially distant in a comfortable and contemporary style.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Beer Garden, Brewery
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Peter Weedon
  • Neighborhood
    Benson
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

What 328 people are saying

The Crown reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.5
4.5 based on all time ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.4Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseEnergetic

328 Reviews
  1. NigelL

    London2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on August 27, 2023

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    We booked The Crown on the 6th June for Sunday 27th August and the booking was accepted, we received a reminder the day before and confirmed our attendance. When we turned up on Sunday 27th, we were told that the kitchen was closed. How can you accept a booking and then not honour it or inform you customer. Very disappointing, and the attitude of the bar staff was terrible. It also cost us £15.00 each way in a cab!

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  2. GaryB

    Surrey4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 24, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very good and unpretentious pub food, nice beer and very friendly service.

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  3. JaneH

    Oxford1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 21, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Breakfast porridge was very disappointing but evening meal was very good.

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  4. AndyH

    Oxford2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 18, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Not the most inspiring meal one has ever had! I had the roast beef, which though cooked nicely, was spoiled by the great wedge of fat that accompanied the slice. Moreover, more vegetables would have made all the difference. Additionally, considering it was Father's day the place was empty...

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  5. SuzanneF

    Hampshire1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 10, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely place. Food is good, staff were very helpful. The music could do with turning down a bit but I didn’t complain. I think it was only because there wasn’t many people in there on a Saturday lunch time.

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  6. AdamG

    Oxford6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 4, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Brilliant service- super friendly and welcoming. Sunday lunch menu limited - 3 roasts, fish and chips and a burger (no vegetarian option on the menu). Our food was great let down only by the packet gravy all over the plate. Tasteless and gloopy.

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  7. Morris

    London12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely food, great atmosphere and friendly staff.

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  8. Taco

    London2 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    Service was slow , despite there not being many people eating. Burgers were dry, my husband didn’t eat all of his. The brewery lager had run out.

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  9. GraemeW

    London1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was great. Had a burger. And they made a super salad for our vegetarian friend when the vege options weren't available.

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  10. MrYoung

    Kent4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 17, 2023

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Good choice of evening meals. Very tasty indeed. New chef who made the effort to introduce himself and proactively cater for one of the party who is gluten free.

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FAQs

The Crown offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01491 528930.

The Crown is rated 4.5 stars by 328 OpenTable diners.

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Google Map for The Crown

52 High Street, Benson, Oxfordshire OX10 6RP

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Benson
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Mon–Sat 12:00 pm–3:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–7:45 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British, Beer Garden, Brewery
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Peter Weedon
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
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