Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United Kingdom
  3. Warwickshire
  4. Stratford-Upon-Avon
  5. Stratford-Upon-Avon
The Opposition, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire

The Opposition

4.8
4.8
2875 Reviews
£25 and under
Modern European

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
The Opposition, or "Oppo" as it is affectionately known by its many regulars, is a bustling bistro in the heart of Stratford-upon-Avon. For over 20 years, the Oppo has been a fixture in Stratford, a beautiful, modern bistro catering for everyone, and specializing on pre- and post-theatre meals. Only a stone's throw from the RST, the Oppo is the perfect venue, whatever your needs.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern European
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  • Phone number
    01789 269980
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Tracey Burton

What 2,875 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseEnergetic

Loved For

  • Warwickshire

    Best Overall

  • Warwickshire

    Best Food

  • Warwickshire

    Best Service

  • Warwickshire

    Best Ambiance

  • Warwickshire

    Best Value

  • Warwickshire

    Healthy

  • Warwickshire

    Vegetarian-friendly

  • Warwickshire

    Most Booked

  • Stratford-Upon-Avon

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Opposition offers a delightful dining experience in a central location, perfect for pre-theatre meals. Guests consistently praise its "excellent food" and "friendly staff." The menu is inventive yet accessible, featuring standout dishes like tandoori-style salmon. With a "warm atmosphere" and "great value," it's a must-visit in Stratford-upon-Avon.

2,875 Reviews
  1. Paul

    Yorkshire

    6 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice place with a lovely ambience. Food was well made and presented and the team there gave great levels of service. Recommended.

    Is this helpful?

  2. Gerald

    New York City

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent meal from start to finish! With attentive staff and a good ambiance.

    Is this helpful?

  3. Tony

    Worcestershire

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly greeting, fast & attentive service with a smile. Set menu good value.

    Is this helpful?

  4. Darren

    Warwickshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely meal the service was great can’t fault anything

    Is this helpful?

  5. Elizabeth

    Glasgow

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, ambience warm, vibrant and relaxed. We thoroughly enjoyed the whole experience. Sadly we live too far away to be regulars but we will return again next time we’re in Stratford. The pork was superb, potato dauphinois tasty, the gin warming and delicious to sip alongside our meal. Thanks for another great evening.

    Is this helpful?

  6. Nicola

    Warwickshire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely outstanding as always.food superb and the flavours spot on. Service quick with out being rushed . Love this place and staff are so friendly and welcoming. 10 out of 10 and more

    Is this helpful?

  7. Peter

    Warwickshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The staff were very welcoming and gave great suggestions on beers, food a desserts

    Is this helpful?

  8. Sam

    Warwickshire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food! The focaccia starter was a little overpriced for what it was, but still tasty. However, the main courses more than made up as they were both delicious - and although not large portions, were a good size and a lot better than many places. I had the pork belly/pork loin with dauphinoise and savoy; my other half had the goats cheese and cranberry filo with orange and chickpea salad. Would be happy to recommend both dishes. The dessert was the real standout though. The lemon curd and passionfruit Eton mess was the choice for both of us, and it was simply superb. Little things made it so good, like the homemade meringue that was much denser than normal meringue, and the liberal application of fruit (always a bugbear of mine with this dish elsewhere). The staff were very friendly, helpful and just seemed like a really nice cheerful bunch of folks. All in all an excellent experience. This was my first visit in almost 25 years, but I'll be back again for a third visit soon!

    Is this helpful?

  9. Andrew

    Warwickshire

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 4, 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    All 4 of us enjoyed the food: the gluten-free meal, 2 fish and especially the 3 callabrese soup. The location was very convenient for the theatre, and the ambience excellent.

    Is this helpful?

  10. Sammi

    Worcestershire

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on September 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely restaurant. Nice little areas to sit down not too noisy. Staff were very friendly and polite. Food was delicious. White wine wasn’t cold in the carafe, and the lamb steak only came with a rectangle of dauphinois potatoes and half a cooked tomato, so it seemed a bit steep at £26.50 with no veg. Desserts were delicious. Overall enjoyed the whole experience. Thank you

    Is this helpful?

FAQs

The Opposition is rated 4.8 stars by 2875 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for The Opposition

13 Sheep Street, Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire CV37 6EF

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Stratford-Upon-Avon
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Wed–Sat 12:00 pm–2:00 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Modern European
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Metered street parking (1 hour) 8am-6pm; NCP car parks within a 5 minute walk.
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Tracey Burton
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Businesses
  • Restaurant reservation software
  • Industry insights
  • Hospitality resources
  • Marketing resources
  • Operation resources
  • How to open a restaurant
  • For restaurants
  • For restaurant groups
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2024 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo