Cherwell offers classic English countryside vibes with hearty local dishes like bangers and mash, fish and chips, and comforting stews, celebrated in cozy pubs and eateries.
Pub • Pubs • Full • Steak
"Went here on Friday evening for my husbands works summer dinner. Had a great selection of home cooked pub grub. Opted for the prawn skewer starter and the chicken Caesar salad. It was delicious and well presented. All of the table had something different off of the menu and everyone said how good their meal was. Very reasonably priced and lovely atmosphere. Will most definitely be back again."
Lunch • Coffee • British • Breakfast
"Pret at Bicester offers a great range of vegetarian and vegan options, including soy and coconut milk choices. The food is delicious, there are plenty of dietary options available, and the staff is very friendly. The cafe is clean and tidy with good accessibility. You really can't go wrong dining here."
Cafe • Salads • Coffee • Breakfast
"The cafe is a nice addition to the Bicester area, and is a little quieter than other nearby cafes. A good place for coffee and cake cakes are a little average, but are fresh and have plenty of gluten free options. The service can be very slow depending on the staff. It is frustrating that, despite being a small cafe, the staff put 'reserved ' signs on the tables furthest from the counter after lunch to stop people sitting there. While we were in the cafe some new customers asked what time they were reserved for, and were actually turned away because the staff would not open those tables (rest of the cafe was full)."
Pub • Tea • High Tea
"We booked a family meal for 11, admittedly the morning of going. The lady that worked there was so unbelievably rude we couldn’t quite believe it. As soon as we were seated she told us what roasts they had left and made a huge deal of ‘saving these’ for us. Her exact words were ‘I could have sold these hours ago’. Whilst that was kind, we were told this repeatedly. The food itself was enjoyable until we asked for an extra small jug of gravy which was like asking for her kidney! My mum asked a lady behind the bar if she could get a drink in for my brother (In our village this is normal but perhaps not here), the member of staff readily agreed and took the money. When it come to getting the drink, the rude lady said that they did not do that there. My mum explained that she did wonder however the girl had agreed and taken payment. The lady advised that that particular member of staff had gone home, luckily another member of staff had witnessed this. The rude lady then made a huge point about how lucky we were as she would not usually allow this.To sum up, the food was great, especially for the reasonable price however the lady who appeared as the boss was so rude we will not be coming back!"
Coffee • Salads • Panini • Ice Cream
"Firstly no menu available on the website which would have made a difference to my expectation. Arrived for breakfast and no breakfast available as they don 't have a chef ? Had a menu up on paper at the till and when wanted to order baked potato was then told not available until 12. (write that on the menu please) Ordered sausage sandwiches which said on the menu served with salad and crisps which were not on the plate. When queried was told they aren 't served with breakfast sandwiches. (again, write that on the menu) A wasted outing which was supposed to be a treat for my dad. The only good thing was the coffee. Felt sorry for the staff who had to tell a few customers about no breakfast. Will not be returning."
Pubs • Cheese • British • Breakfast
"During our visit to Shipston for a week, my husband, daughter, and I made this restaurant our second home. The building was charming and traditional, with a cozy bar perfect for dogs, kids, and lively conversations over a great selection of ales and lagers. We especially enjoyed the corner sofa for playing cards, and can imagine how lovely it must be with the fire lit in winter. However, the highlight for us was the beautiful garden with a natural wigwam tree and children's play area, offering a scenic view of the rolling hills. While they do not typically serve food, we were delighted by the wood-fired pizza oven that visits once a month, as well as the occasional local fish and chips night. We also had the chance to experience "sharing night," where locals bring in cheese and homemade bread to enjoy at the bar. With fantastic staff, a picturesque garden, and a cozy atmosphere, this pub left a lasting impression on us and we look forward to returning in the future."
Coffee • Drinks • Cheese • Chocolate
"As a barista, I take massive pride in what I serve to the public, dialling in an espresso recipe that will work for the uneducated coffee drinker to the coffee connoisseur. Then to strive to produce latte art and an experience to the customer after that. This is not the experience I had today at Coffee #1. Laughable name. This place’s coffee was not cared about. At all. The “barista” didn’t really seem to know what a flat white is even supposed to be. It was uncared about plonked on a saucer, poured milk into the espresso on the counter and while I’m at it, he had a thermometer in the jug and it was hotter than hell! Use your fingers as a gauge for crying out loud! A good flat white should be served drinkable! I get that no-one in this town knows any better but for me to contemplate Costa afterwards (which I didn’t go to) shows how low the standards are here. I wasn’t planning on it being another 12 years before I came back but maybe if it was another 12 then there might be somewhere in Bicester doing it right. Maybe."
Pizza • Drinks • Salads • Desserts