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The Beetle & Wedge, Wallingford, Oxfordshire

The Beetle & Wedge

4.7
4.7
1317 Reviews
£25 and under
British

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 16 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
  • Great for outdoor dining
The Beetle and Wedge Boathouse is tucked away, and perfectly positioned on the most stunning part of the River Thames. The setting is like no other riverside venue which means you can switch off, unwind, and enjoy your precious time with us. The Beetle has played a huge part in many lives over the years and is steeped in literature history, from the Wind in the Willows, to Three Men in a Boat and not forgetting HG Well’s Mr Polly it has truly fascinated all that have discovered its true beauty. Our owner, Ben, has ensured that its character and charm has remained while adding his own magical touch.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Location
    Ferry Lane, Wallingford, Oxfordshire OX10 9JF
  • Phone number
    01491 651381
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 8:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Josh Revis

Experiences

  • Beetle and Wedge Comedy night!

    £35.00 per person

    Mar 28, 2025 only
    Join us for a night of laughter and delicious food at our restaurant! We're excited to host a local comedian who promises to deliver a fantastic performance. Tickets are just £35, which includes a delightful meal to enjoy while you laugh the night away. Arrive by 6:45 pm to settle in, as the show will kick off at 7:30 pm. Don't miss out on this entertaining evening filled with great food and plenty of laughs!

Menu

The Beetle & Wedge's menu was last updated 2022-02-01.

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What 1,317 people are saying

The Beetle & Wedge 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Energetic

Loved For

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Best Overall

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Best Service

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Best Ambiance

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    British

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Beetle & Wedge offers a stunning riverside setting, complemented by "fantastic food" and "excellent service." Guests praise the "friendly staff" and "beautifully presented" dishes, while the ambience is both "relaxing" and "inviting." Despite minor service hiccups, the overall experience remains "highly recommended" for its quality dining and picturesque views.

1,317 Reviews

  1. Roy

    London3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always consistant. Good service and good food. Very accommodating to changes as nothing is too much trouble.

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  2. Frankie

    Oxford1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful meal today, the food was amazing, the service was excellent overall it was a extremely good experience, would highly recommend.

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  3. Nigel

    Surrey3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A most enjoyable lunch with friends in the Beetle & Wedge. A warm welcome as ever to this lovely spot on the River Thames. Excellent food and presentation with good attentive service throughout. A nice selection of wines for most palates and good value. Thanks to the chefs and all the staff. We will return!

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  4. Rachel

    Oxford1 review

    4.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We’re regulars at the Beetle and Wedge and it’s all normally really good. For some reason our last visit was not up to the usual standard - service was slow and no bread for the table as there usually is. Won’t put us off going again but not the best evening we’ve had there.

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Oxford1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely meal. Food was delicious, as always. A wonderful evening.

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  6. Richard

    London2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here really amamzing food, the friendly staff were amazing

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  7. Emma

    Oxford1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 7, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely food and atmosphere. Friendly and helpful staff.

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  8. Andreas

    Oxford1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding quality of food and the customer service is consistently excellent… the Jerusalem artichoke soup was an absolute winner

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  9. David

    Edinburgh4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Top quality all round as usual Very good experience

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  10. David

    London6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really enjoyed the lunch - it was my partner's birthday. The staff gave her a birthday card signed by all the staff. The starters were great - lovely mussels and chicken wings. Mains were great haddock and chips - and yet another mussel dish! And a great chocolate tart and sorbet dessert. A great plus point is the location on the bank of the river in the countryside. All in all a lovely experience - we were even moved to a window table as we had a birthday!

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FAQs

The Beetle & Wedge is rated 4.7 stars by 1317 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 16 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for The Beetle & Wedge

Ferry Lane, Wallingford, Oxfordshire OX10 9JF

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Phone number
    01491 651381
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    British
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Sat 8:00 am–11:00 pm Sun 8:00 am–10:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Josh Revis
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