The Restaurant at Macdonald Bear Hotel

3.3

17 Reviews

£26 to £40

British

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Charming
Kid-friendly
Neighborhood gem

Formerly a 13th century coaching inn, The Bear Hotel sits serenely at the centre of the charismatic market town of Woodstock, close to Blenheim Palace. Complete with period features, oak beams and rich interiors, it’s a hidden gem where the combination of history, and exceptional service ensures a memorable dining experience.
Enjoy modern English fare with seasonal ingredients complemented with an impressive drinks list. Our creative chefs have designed a stunning menu– a creative fusion of traditional and modern English cooking.
You’ll be well looked after by our friendly team who will help you select the perfect drink to complement your food. You can also enjoy Afternoon Tea or snack in The Churchill Lounge featuring comfortable sofas and pretty views across the quaint market square.

Of course, you can also be sure to receive a warm welcome and the meticulous service you’d expect from Macdonald Hotels.

Additional information

Location
Park St, Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1SZ
Phone number
0344 879 9143
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa

Experiences

Afternoon Tea
£25.00 - £30.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Introduced in the Victorian era by British royalty seeking a late afternoon snack between lunch and dinner, the quintessential joy of Afternoon Tea can now be savored as an indulgent pastime with friends, family and partners. Our dedication to using the finest ingredients ensures that our Afternoon Tea is always a special experience to be shared - whether you’re treating mum to a memorable day out or you just can’t wait to catch-up in style as part of an important social occasion.
Breakfast
£24.00 per person
Multiple dates available
Breakfast is a reminder that every day is a fresh start, full of possibilities." "Starting the day with intention and a nourishing breakfast." "Breakfast is a celebration of the simple joys found in the morning routine." "Nourishing the body and soul with a breakfast that warms the heart."
Lunch & Dinner
£35.50 per person
Multiple dates available
Brasserie Style Menu - Available during Lunch & Dinner, in Restaurant, Bar & Courtyard

What 17 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

3.3

3.3 based on recent ratings

3.2Food
3.3Service
2.9Ambience
2.8Value

Noise • Energetic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

The Restaurant at Macdonald Bear Hotel offers a "lovely area" and "very friendly personnel." While some guests appreciated the "delicious" food and "great atmosphere," others noted inconsistencies, with some meals described as "overpriced" or lacking in quality. Afternoon tea received praise for "amazing presentation." Overall, experiences varied significantly.

17 Reviews

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Naomi
Norfolk/Suffolk2 reviews
4.0
Dined on February 15, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It’s a lovely area, the restaurant itself is nice, polite/helpful staffing and the food was good.
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Sue
Worcestershire2 reviews
2.0
Dined on February 2, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 1
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
Cold atmosphere Food menu for Sunday lunch uninspiring Stater inedible Decor dated and in need of attention Disable toilettes not very accessible Spent a lot of money but never worth it
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David
Buckinghamshire2 reviews
2.0
Dined on January 28, 2025
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 1
We have used this venue over the years to meet friends for lunch. We booked a table in the restaurant expecting a full lunchtime menu. All that was available was fish and chips, burger, salads or sandwiches. So with little choice we all chose the fish and chips and it was very greasy. There were very few people in the hotel - and I’m not surprised. We will not be going again.
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Dave
Chicago3 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 24, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
The menu served is nothing like the menu that is on the website. Much smaller. Food we tasty but over priced for what you can get in a restaurant across the road. Many other options in the area. Breakfast was very good if you are staying there.
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Giles
Italy1 review
1.0
Dined on December 31, 2024
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Very disappointed overall Food was average but way overpriced Poor service, unqualified staff Atmosphere was very boring for a New Year Eve Nothing was as we expected Low standards for 300£
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Helen
Lancashire2 reviews
2.0
Dined on December 17, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The decor is dated and looks lacking in cleanliness. The staff were disinterested and verging on rude
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Saloni
London2 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We had a lovely Sunday lunch here! The food was delicious and all of our party said it was one of the best quality meals we have had out in a long time! Service was really great too.
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David
Orlando11 reviews
5.0
Dined on December 15, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Enjoyable Meal with family at Christmas at The Bear. Food was excellent.
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Steve
London3 reviews
4.0
Dined on December 14, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
The dinner menu was quite limited and I think I would struggle to find something appealing if I was staying for more than one night. However, having made a selection the food and service were both excellent. The ambience was OK but I was shocked that there were so many children and toddlers all over the restaurant after 9 p.m. Hardly the fault of the hotel, but it detracted from the evening - maybe a ‘family area’ would help ? Same story at breakfast too.
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Kaloyan
London1 review
5.0
Dined on December 7, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
We had wonderful time over afternoon tea. Very friendly personnel, amazing presentation, great atmosphere especially around Christmas and delicious food. Strongly recommended!
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The Restaurant at Macdonald Bear Hotel is rated 3.3 stars by 17 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people

Mar 11, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 4 times today

Experiences are available.

Google Map for The Restaurant at Macdonald Bear Hotel

Park St, Woodstock, Oxfordshire OX20 1SZ

Additional information

Phone number
0344 879 9143
Price
£26 to £40
Cuisines
British
Hours of operation
Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Sat, Sun 8:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Afternoon Tea Daily 12:00 pm–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 6:00 pm–9:00 pm
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Hotel Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Cash not accepted, Mastercard, Visa

The Restaurant at Macdonald Bear Hotel

Make a reservation

Additional information

Experiences

Afternoon Tea

Breakfast

Lunch & Dinner

Menu

Afternoon Tea

Traditional Afternoon Tea

What 17 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

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