Diners' Choice: Innovative restaurants in Oxford/Oxfordshire

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Updated September 05, 2024

Looking for the best restaurants that are fit for foodies in Oxford/Oxfordshire? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!

The Loggia at RH England

4.9

4.9 (189)

£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

Top review

Dined 7 days ago

The Loggia was as brilliant as ever. The service was exceptional. The pizzas were amazing. The drinks and cocktails were top notch. Loved the new desserts. The location is so beautiful too, will be back again soon

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Popular dish

Truffle

Orwells

4.8

4.8 (1339)

£41 and over

British

Binfield Heath

About the restaurant

Located in Binfield Heath, Henley on Thames. Orwells' Kitchen is headed up by Michelin starred chef Ryan Simpson & Liam Trotman. The aim is to source the best produce available locally and beyond to prepare delicious dishes with no fuss to let the quality of the produce shine. The kitchen takes a rural approach combined with modern cooking. The restaurants' been recognised in all the major guides and have continued to hold 4AA rosettes consecutively for 8 years. We have a nice relaxing lounge area and the atmosphere is cosy and classy. The garden area has great views and is open on warm days for dining. We are also dog friendly.

Orwells offers a choice of Al a carte, Wednesday - Sunday alongside a Tasting menu.
The Lunch menu runs from Wednesday to Sunday, its £45 for 2 courses and £55 for three courses. Sunday has a roast offering which in £55 2 courses & £65 3 courses, alongside the tasting menu and A la carte

We look forward to seeing you very soon, Ryan, Liam & The Orwells Team x

Top review

Tony

Dined 4 days ago

We had an outstanding meal at Orwells - truly fantastic and the service was amazing! Go there!

The Snooty Mehmaan

4.8

4.8 (755)

£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).

Top review

Susan

Dined 6 days ago

Wonderful decor and ambience. Excellent service and amazing Indian food.

Sticks'n'Sushi - Oxford

4.8

4.8 (105)

£26 to £40

Sushi

Oxford

About the restaurant

Located in Westgate Shopping Centre, enjoy quality sushi, sticks and Japanese-inspired cocktails on our rooftop terrace with stunning views of Oxford’s historic spires. Perfect for quick lunches, leisurely dinners, celebrations and graduations. A sushi restaurant - even for those who don't like fish.

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Thomas

Dined 2 days ago

Delicious. The platters were well portioned, considered, and of great variety. Cocktails were delicious, and the service staff were wonderful and knowledgeable.

Burnout BBQ

4.8

4.8 (302)

£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!

Top review

Robert

Dined on Sep 3, 2024

The food is amazing, brisket burnt ends are a must!!!

The Yurt at Nicholsons

4.7

4.7 (482)

£25 and under

British

Bicester

About the restaurant

The Yurt at Nicholsons offers a unique dining experience with exquisite, locally sourced and simple menus.

Our menus are curated by our head chef, who takes pride in fabulous flavours. All menus offer a variety of dishes using seasonal ingredients and cater for all dietary requirements.

Looking for somewhere to celebrate a special occasion? Our private dining huts offer a unique dining experience. What a wonderful excuse to relax with friends and family in our beautiful surroundings and indulge in delicious food cooked with style.

If you are looking for an informal venue for business meetings, our huts take up to 6 people, giving you a great spot to meet over brunch or lunch.

View our menus and book via our website here: https://www.nicholsonsgb.com/yurt/yurt-menu/

Top review

Jan

Dined on Aug 30, 2024

Fantastic! What a lovely lunch! Welcoming, smiley staff and without doubt some of the best food I've eaten. Just bursting with flavour and beautifully presented. Perfect!

The Cygnet at the Swan Inn

4.7

4.7 (78)

£41 and over

English

Kidlington

About the restaurant

"The Cygnet at The Swan" is an award winning restaurant led by Paul Welburn (previously awarded Michelin star at The Oxford Kitchen 2018). We have currently been awarded "3AA Rosettes" since being open, as well as both local awards "Ox in a Box" and "Muddy Stilettos Best Restaurant" awards.

We are open from Wednesday to Saturday, bookings are encouraged but not necessary. Our style is a "relaxed fine dining" always looking out for our guests comfort and experience.

Our food is a fusion of British cuisine with Paul's personal twists.
We offer our signature 4 course tasting menu for the evening (or lunch, just ask us) using seasonal ingredients.
Our menu can be enjoyed with matching wines handpicked by the restaurant staff.
Our menu is everchanging with the seasons, so there is always a reason to visit again!
We also offer our grazing menu for all lunchtimes and some evenings, with a selection of smaller and larger plates, ordered and served as and when for a more relaxing style.

Top review

Charlie

Dined on Aug 24, 2024

Absolutely fantastic restaurant with sublime food. We felt the tasting menu was very good value - in many places you get barely anything to eat for extortionate prices, but this was different. Would thoroughly recommend this fine dining experience.

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Experience

4 Course Tasting Menu - With Bread and Snacks

Experience

Semi Private Room - Tasting Menu

Five Little Pigs

4.6

4.6 (1161)

£26 to £40

Modern European

Wallingford

About the restaurant

Welcome to Five Little Pigs.

The newest restaurant in the historic riverside town of Wallingford, Five Little Pigs serves local, seasonally changing food and drink that reflects the incredible produce from our area in the style of executive chef Aimee Hunt. From farmers to distillers, we love to showcase the best on offer in our very own style.

Our lovingly and carefully designed restaurant and bar spaces inside and out can cater for you whatever you want to do; brunch, lunch, dinner or even just a coffee, glass of wine or a beer – you are very welcome!

Top review

Simon

Dined 2 days ago

Love Five Little Pigs. Ate only from the smaller plates menu but absolutely delicious, especially the chicken wings. Service was great and attentive but not rushed. A lovely evening.

Restaurant Dominic Chapman

4.3

4.3 (47)

£25 and under

British

Henley-On-Thames

About the restaurant

We pride ourselves on cooking classic, uncomplicated, and flavoursome dishes.

Dominic and our award-winning seasoned chef team know the area well and work with some of the best suppliers around to make use of the best British ingredients available.

Our menus are seasonal and there will be something for everybody – all served by our brilliant team.

Join us for a business breakfast, a relaxed lunch, a delicious afternoon tea, or a fun dinner with friends.

Top review

Vickyvip

Dined 2 days ago

Can really recommend this restaurant. Delicious food that was cooked to perfection. Excellent service, and a lovely live jazz band, made this restaurant absolutely perfect for a night out with friends. Highly recommend.

Piccolino - Henley-on-Thames

3.9

3.9 (46)

£26 to £40

Italian

Henley-On-Thames

About the restaurant

A treasure in the heart of Henley-on-Thames, the newest addition to the Piccolino family brings a flavour of Italy to this historic market town. Located in a grade ii listed building, the Piccolino, henley embodies the charm and sophistication of authentic Italian dining.

Set to open on Tuesday 25th June 2024, this culinary haven promises an exclusive gastronomic experience, with a stunning river walk entrance and elegantly designed spaces including two bars, a winterised courtyard, and a unique private dining room.

The restaurant features 140 seats inside and a delightful 38 seat patio, offering a picturesque setting in the town’s vibrant center.

Top review

Megan

Dined 3 days ago

We throughly enjoyed our dining experience at Piccolino in Henley. The staff were extremely attentive and the food was delicious. I had called earlier in the day to check that our 6.15 booking would give us enough time to get to the Henley Picturehouse for a National Theatre screening at 7.30 Juan was very helpful and suggested we pre order our food to avoid any delays. It all worked perfectly. The decor is lovely, an amazing floor leads you to the restaurant area. All of the staff were excellent and I would highly recommend a visit. Top tip - join their IR rewards scheme (free) to receive special offers. A bottle of free ( very nice and well chilled ) Prosecco if you join in September. It may take 24hrs to register the offer so sign up well before you visit.

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Experience

15% off your food bill, Monday & Tuesday

Experience

Wine Wednesday - 50% Off Wine

Experience

Festive Lunch Menu

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