28 Best Casual Restaurants in Oxford

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1. Quod Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(5183)

Price: Expensive

• European • Oxford

Booked 75 times today

Accessed from the High Street and through a glass lobby, Quod restaurant with its terrace and bar, forms the hub of the Old Bank Hotel. Formerly a banking hall it was transformed by owner Jeremy Mogford to become Oxford's largest and most successful restaurant. Stylish, contemporary design describes the space which houses an amazing collection of young British art. Sandra Blow, Craigie Aitchinson and Gary Hume adorn the walls. There is a spectacular terrace where diners can enjoy a morning coffee, the superb value two course lunch or a cocktail.

2. No1 Ship Street

4.8

Exceptional(2465)

Price: Expensive

• Contemporary British • Oxford

Booked 36 times today

No.1 Ship Street offers Oxfords most exciting food alongside its most astute service, over two floors. A Modern British brasserie with daily fish specials that include oysters, mussels and lobster.

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3. Sticks'n'Sushi - Oxford

4.7

Exceptional(179)

Price: Expensive

• Sushi • Oxford

Booked 44 times today

Located on the Roof Terrace in Westgate Shopping Centre, enjoy classic and creative sushi, sticks and Japanese-inspired cocktails 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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4. Côte Brasserie - Oxford

4.4

Awesome(130)

Price: Moderate

• French • Oxford

Booked 32 times today

Cote is inspired by the brasseries of Paris, serving authentic French dishes all day in our classically designed restaurants. We are committed to producing authentic French classics, freshly cooked to order, from the highest quality sourced ingredients.

5. Pho Oxford

4.6

Exceptional(461)

Price: Moderate

• Vietnamese • Oxford

Booked 22 times today

Located on the roof of the Westgate Shopping Centre, Pho is a healthy Vietnamese restaurant that specialise in pho noodle soup, the national dish of Vietnam. Aside from pho, you can also expect to find amazing sharing starters, healthy salads, hearty rice bowls and decadent curries. They have a range of freshly made juices and also Vietnamese beers and a large wine and cocktail list. Pho’s menu is 40% vegan and nearly entirely gluten-free too. They also have an accessible kids’ menu where children can get a meal and a drink for £5.50

6. The Oxo Bar

4.5

Awesome(65)

Price: Moderate

• Cocktail Bar • Oxford

Booked 1 time today

Nestled in the heart of Oxford on the corner of Chain Alley and George Street is the Oxo Bar, where you will find our friendly and knowledgeable mixologists using the freshest ingredients to serve over 40 classic cocktails and an impressive collection of over 150 gins.Our stylish and recently renovated venue has a capacity of 265 with a range of banquettes, booths and private areas. Come down and enjoy an evening of laid back lounging and decadent dancing whilst sipping on a delicious cocktail... or two!

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7. Slug & Lettuce - Oxford

3.7

Very Good(11)

Price: Moderate

• International • Oxford

Slug & Lettuce is now open following a huge refurbishment!Whether you are looking for Cocktails in Oxford with friends, a bite to eat in our new birdcage booths or to party the night away, we welcome all occasions.Visit our food & drinks page to browse our menus before booking your table to guarantee a fabulous time with us!

8. The Folly

4.5

Awesome(1492)

Price: Expensive

• British • Oxford

Booked 17 times today

The Folly, Oxford's unique riverside restaurant. Join us for elegant food, superb drinks, a charming atmosphere, and a unique location perched on the banks of the River Thames in the heart of historic Oxford. Book your table online and visit us to indulge in some fantastic modern British food.

9. Branca

4.7

Exceptional(2466)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Oxford

Booked 29 times today

Welcome to Branca, our large and lively Italian brasserie in Jericho. For us food is all about quality ingredients, honest cooking, big flavours and uncomplicated dishes. In other words buy decent stuff and keep it simple.

10. The Fishes

4.4

Awesome(463)

Price: Moderate

• Gastro Pub • Oxford

Booked 14 times today

The Fishes is a hidden gem. Quite a big gem, too. An imposing Victorian building set in acres of wooded grounds leading down to the banks of Seacourt Stream. The deck that wraps around the conservatory offers a rare opportunity in land-locked Oxford to dine outside with an idyllic view. In recognition of this, the Fishes was named Al Fresco Dining Pub of the Year in 2006, as well winner of The Public Vote in Oxfordshire Restaurant awards 2012 making it one of the best restaurants in Oxford.

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28 restaurants available nearby

1. Quod Restaurant & Bar

2. No1 Ship Street

3. Sticks'n'Sushi - Oxford

4. Côte Brasserie - Oxford

5. Pho Oxford

6. The Oxo Bar

7. Slug & Lettuce - Oxford

8. The Folly

9. Branca

10. The Fishes

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