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The Royal, Wallingford, Oxfordshire

The Royal

4.7 (17)
£26 to £40
British
32 St Mary's St, Wallingford, Oxfordshire OX10 0ET

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for groups
Welcome to The Royal, a modern bar and restaurant with rooms located in the heart of Wallingford

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Wine Bar, European
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:30 am–10:30 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–5:45 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Wallingford
  • Parking details
    None
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 17 people are saying

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

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Good for business meals

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Neighborhood gem

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Royal is a charming eatery in Wallingford celebrated for consistently delivering "great quality food." Visitors rave about its "fantastic service" and delightful Sunday roasts. The decor and ambiance enhance the dining experience, while the "attentive and friendly" staff ensure a memorable visit. Ideal for a relaxing meal with friends and family.

17 Reviews
  1. Charlie

    Oxford1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 20, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The Sunday roast itself was delicious but the table service was pretty poor. We either got asked multiple times the same question by different staff, or left waiting for food/drink orders with no staff to be seen! Unfortunately, the young and inexperienced bar staff were not equipped to deal with a typical lunchtime rush.

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  2. Rachel

    Oxford3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very lovely breakfast for Mothers Mother’s Day. Staff very attentive abs helpful.
    The RoyalResponded on April 2, 2025
    Hi Rachel, Thank you for your great feedback, we hope to see you again soon.

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  3. clare VIP

    Oxford5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and staff really lovely and helpful. Sunday lunch is a treat
    The RoyalResponded on April 11, 2025
    Hi Clare, Thank you, its great to hear that you have enjoyed Sunday Lunch with us. We look forward to seeing you again soon

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  4. Joanna

    Oxford5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time at The Royal and we will definitely return. The food was delicious and the service first class. Thank you for a lovely Sunday afternoon.
    The RoyalResponded on March 18, 2025
    Hi Joanna, Thank you for giving us this feedback. We are pleased you enjoyed your time with us at The Royal.

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  5. Emma

    Oxford4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great food and service. Best roast in Wallingford
    The RoyalResponded on March 18, 2025
    Hi Emma, Thank you for you review. Its great to hear that we doing well and that our popular Sunday Roasts are being enjoyed by guests. We hope to see you soon.

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  6. Cathy

    Manchester10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The decor and ambience of the restaurant were both very nice, as was the welcome from the staff. Our waiter was very attentive and friendly, and the food quality was excellent. A really lovely find, and so handy for those staying at the pub (Coackmakers' Arms) literally across a small road. Would definitely go back.
    The RoyalResponded on March 11, 2025
    Hi Cathy, Its a pleasure to read your review and that you have enjoyed your time with us. Our staff will always try our best to give some great customer service. We hope you visit us again soon.

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  7. John

    Dorset1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The chef is fantastic. The quality of the food is fantastic. The atmosphere is fantastic. The service is fantastic.
    The RoyalResponded on March 11, 2025
    Hi John, I will ensure that your kind comments regarding our Chef are passed on. We will continue to provide a great atmosphere, service and top quality food. We hope you come back to visit us soon. Thank you for taking the time to send us this review.

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  8. Jane

    Oxford1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just what was needed - a relaxing experience and nice food for lunchtime
    The RoyalResponded on March 11, 2025
    Hi Jane, Thank you for your kind comments regarding your time with us. Its great to hear that we are doing something right and you have enjoyed your visit.

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  9. Hilary

    Hertfordshire5 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed the roast on Sunday. Minor suggestion - more gravy please.
    The RoyalResponded on February 26, 2025
    Hi Hilary, Thank you for your feedback regarding our Sunday lunch at the Royal. We are more than happy to supply more gravy please just ask one of our staff. We want everyone to enjoy our great roasts and of course with lots of gravy.

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  10. David

    Oxford13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful Sunday lunch at the Royal in Wallingford the complete experience was fantastic and will be going again
    The RoyalResponded on February 18, 2025
    Hi David, Thank you for your great review of our Sunday lunch. We are happy you have enjoyed your time with us and we look forward to your next visit.

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The Royal is rated 4.7 stars by 17 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 2 times today
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32 St Mary's St, Wallingford, Oxfordshire OX10 0ET

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Wallingford
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:30 am–10:30 pm Lunch Wed–Fri 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Sat, Sun 12:00 pm–5:45 pm Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–8:45 pm
  • Price
    £26 to £40
  • Cuisines
    British, Wine Bar, European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    None
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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