Sweet, flaky pie with tender apple slices, cinnamon, and a buttery crust.
Pub • Cafés • British • European
"We decided to get a few days away. Overall we had a great stay. Our room (Crawford) based in the cottage. Lovely room with flowers growing in the window boxes. The room itself has limited space to hang your clothes, also has limited surface space. The bathroom is huge and has everything you need. The room was serviced every day, although It could do with a more substantial clean (dust in places and found things that had been left by previous guests) We booked an evening meal on the first night it was awesome, one of the best meals we've had in a while. The staff we fabulous that night. Breakfast was also great and we can't complain about the food. Over our 3 night stay the service at breakfast time varied and the lack of options some mornings on continental breakfast was a little disappointing. Overall Bell The Dragon Churt is a lovely place and has the potential to be awesome. We shall return."
Cafe • French • Coffee • Casual
"Despite reduced guest numbers due to Covid we had a very good meal and the staff provided a friendly and efficient service. Cafe Rouge has always had a great menu and we especially enjoyed the mussels and beouf bourginon"
Wine • Steak • Barbecue • Steakhouse
"I ate at Bariloche with my family on a Friday night. What ruined the experience off the bat was the live music performer while the performance itself was fine, the music itself was so loud that the waiter could barely hear our order! We didn't order starters and the food took forever to arrive almost 30 minutes give or take. Shame because the meat dishes were actually very good, particularly the limo de bife. I'm afraid we shan't be returning, their offer of an after dinner drink on the house notwithstanding."
Steak • Grill • Steakhouse • Argentinian
"A great find, the starters of squid and the charcoal cooked prawns was only a small indicator for the amazing stake sharing platter to follow. We always enjoy our steak rare and it was the perfect way for these lovely steaks. They come with three house sauce's too, and my wife was upset that the peppercorn sauce was as good as hers as she prides herself on having a great recipe for this. We had the Malbec number 20 on the wine menu which went perfect with the steaks too."
Beer • Wine • Steak • Seafood
"There were two of us for dinner. We ordered a main and a starter as the two mains, and had specified this to the waiter. Then the starter came 10 minutes later by itself. I told the waiter and he went off to check and didn’t come back. I then had to resay it to the waiter who just went silent as they didn’t know what to do. I asked them to take it back and bring it with the main course I ordered as part of the overall meal. The starter was cold when it came with the main; I had expected a new starter would be done given the issue. The bill had then overcharged for an item. I won’t be revisiting this restaurant given the service was very poor from the three different 3 I dealt with"
Vegan • Seafood • European • Vegetarian
"a few years ago, it was good. this time it was horrific. wives ' starter and main course were shocking. when both meals were replaced without cake, they were just as bad. no comments from the personal. only replaced. admittedly they took off the cost of both courses, but not a SINGEL word of apologoy. I went to the toilet and came back to see the changed bill that was just left on the table. I've taken it, and the guy just said I'm sorry. unfortunately I can't recommend it at all."
Fish • Steak • Seafood • British
"OH MY GOD AMAZING What more can I say, the service and the food were impeccable, the staff are very attentive, knowledgeable with info about the food and the wines to accompany the dishes, courteous, caring, and really take a pride in their roles, the kitchen staff have excellent attention to detail and know how to cook, the food we had was exemplary, cooked to perfection, not every chef can do a steak rare, most overcook it even if it’s just a tiny bit, but my steak on the surf and turf was cooked to perfection, the chimichuri with with the surf and turf was fresh and tangy with just the right amount of chillies, the monks fish tail wrapped in pancetta was moist and dried out like most chefs cook it, the risotto was nutty and tangy, and the pak Choi wilted to perfection with soy sauce and chilli, the starters were equally incredible, light and juicy scallops with fregola, broad beans and sun dried tomatoes, and the smoked salmon with rye bread, capers, dressed with onions and herby cream cheese, all the flavours complimented each other perfectly, This was a dining experience I won’t forget in a hurry, we were made to feel to welcome, as though we were visiting old friends, Please go and visit You won’t regret it"
Steak • French • Cocktail • American
"Vote did not have my booking as I had booked it on open table. I had to show them my confirmation on my phone before I was seated. My beef bougingon was dry and not cooked in a sauce, just a slab of beef with onions and mushrooms on the side. It was very salty. Sauce was very nice. Our table was next to the bar and close to the kitchen and was very noisy with bangs and crashes which went on during the meal The staff were very attentive, polite and efficient. I have been to cote before and will go again , but was disappointed with my meal and the noise of where I was placed."
Mexican • Asiatic • Seafood • British
"No complaints about tasting menu it was good. Matching wines ok, first good, other less so. What I do not want to get to 9 with pre-booked tasting menu, table not ready, dumps up for half an hour near a very loud wedding party, normal menu handed us over when we have already chosen. A drink was offered after 10 minutes, but we didn't want an aperitif somewhere else with friends. No real excuse. It got better when we sit down."
Steak • British • Vegetarian • Gluten Free
"The food was exquisite and the chef needs to be recognised more in these reviews: she was incredible! However, the service not so. If the delay in serving the food is due to the chef making a culinary masterpiece, we didn't mind. However, when the sauce to my meal was literally dumped down beside my finished food plate without a sincere apology, that's down to the waiting staff. Drink orders were honoured swiftly, but our waitress appeared to be wholeheartedly disinterested in our satisfaction and more interested in just getting the job done (even once rolling her eyes at us as I dared to change my mind within seconds and also abruptly correcting my husbands pronunciation of a dish!! So in total: Incredible food, fabulous selection of food and wine, prices exceptionally reasonable for area (and the exquisite food!! Super atmosphere, service awful"
Full • Pizza • Pasta • Steak
"5 of my family came here for my Nieces hen night. Just wanted a quiet place as she and my sister had come up from the south to visit family before her wedding. I have been here many times and always had excellent food and service. This waiter/manager hung around us quite a while. Kept wanting to but in to our conversation. Telling us stories. He was very rude to his other 2 staff who were only young and lovely. The young girl missed a water from our order. He clapped his hands to her and showed her up loudly about missing the water. He still kept lingering round our table when we were trying to talk. As my niece had a bride 's veil on he turned around to her and said So your pregnant before getting married. This was not called for. Nobody should ever say that. My niece was so conscious of her body. She had lost 3 and half stone before this night for her wedding and was in a size 10 dress. This place will be so much better without this waiter/ manager. He had black hair and tall and was italian. Disgusting manner."
Steak • Vegan • European • Vegetarian
"Last time we attended Ora we had a great meal, this time it was poor , my wife had prawns there were 4 prawns at £7.95, wrong. For main I had roast beef, my wife had burger, my beef was chewy, I did state this to the waitress who replied you should have asked how you wanted it rare or medium, in my opinion the waitress should have asked me how I wanted my beef, the vegetables were nice but a very small portion, the potatoes tasted as though they had been reheated , the waitress cleared my wife’s starter before I had finished, my Yorkshire pudding was soggy, Im sorry but did not enjoy my experience this time, my wife thought the burger she had for mains was poor last time my wife had the burger she said it was the best she had had, we were not asked if we wanted any sauces, the owners were good but the waitress seemed inexperienced . Very disappointed."
Steak • Vegan • British • European
"We had dinner at this restaurant yesterday and it was great. Being a local Bicester resident, we've not visited restaurants on this side but we were glad we visited. They offer a great locally sourced 3 course menu for dinner but we went for 2 courses only as we were heading for a movie. I ordered the meat of the day which was steak with spinach which was great. My better half ordered the fish of the day and they were nice to customise the dish so she could have the salmon with beans and potato. The food arrived fairly quickly and the taste was great. The staff were excellent and surprised me for my birthday with an Eton mess dessert. Would visit again and highly recommended!"
Pub • Steak • Vegan • British
"we were thrilled to find a local pub that had several vegan options, not something they come very often. I had the lens and quinoa house cake and my partner had the funburger, but unfortunately we were both disappointed by the lack of aromen and mushy textures. the torte was like a tasteless Chinoa soup, which was covered with maic. really friendly staff and a cozy atmosphere, but would be good to see more vegan options with a little more taste!"
Meat • Beer • Steak • Drinks
"The history of this pub is fascinating, riddled with tales of contraband, black market dealings and possible bewitchings. I’m more than slightly spooked to confirm that dirty dealings are alive and well at the Dog and Shepherd to this day. After trying to enjoy an expensive but mostly edible Sunday lunch while my two kids made gravy potions, adjusted the pub decor and eschewed their fish chips in favour of eating old food off the floor, we gave up and rammed the remains into cardboard boxes to eat later and left our table clean for the next group. These guys operate a tight ship on Sundays, woe betide you should you overstay your welcome thankfully we didn’t! That, ladies and gentlemen, was where the post dining entertainment on the terrace began we were told that we’d be charged a hefty fee for extra people who were never even part of the group booking!! An honest mistake, a mixup on comms, easily resolved you say? Not here. Instead, we were treated to the most aggressive, threatening performance by the main guy ‘Steve’ who mentioned calling the police more than once and spun a web of lies so baffling that I think we’re all a little concerned for his health. Honestly the most shocking experience ever! Sending strength to the team who work here.. and pray for Steve! Really though, watch you don’t get stung by incorrect charges on group bookings here by clarifying everything in writing NOT over the phone we lost close to £100 despite spending nearly four times that and we were treated horribly which has left a nasty taste in quite a few mouths. Such a shame!"
Pizza • Pasta • Steak • Italian
"I had wanted to try out this gastropub for some time and spend a few squid on some top notch food. Well it does not disappoint ! Its clearly popular and busy, the ambiance of the place is very inviting, comfortable and the many staff...very attentive and helpful. We had some calamari and garlic bread to start with and share, the garlic bread was amazing and reminiscent of the garlic butter found in french escargots, rich and delicious. The calamari was served with some lovely tartare sauce and hit the spot. Followed the fish of the day and sea vegetables. Flaky cod cooked to perfection, tons of flavours yet subtle and balanced. The famous fish and chips was beautiful and executed perfectly. Nothing more to add, it did what it said on the tin. Perfect. Now then for the spatchcocked chicken and chips spicy slaw). This was simply the best chicken I ever had said my daughter. Moist and melt in the mouth texture with just the right hint of thyme and lemon and a touch of smoky flavours. It fell off the bone and clearly had a huge amount of attention to details in the execution. Simple food executed as it should. We ran out of steam for dessert and shall be back in the pub section to try some out!. Many thanks to all staff and chefs, this is a must to visit and a box ticked (tickled? ; Until next time."
Vegan • Cakes • British • Vegetarian
"First, let me say that Rick Stein is my all time favourite TV chef, so when I was in Marlborough, and saw there was one of his restaurants there, I cancelled my previous booking elsewhere and booked here. I could go on and on about why I was so disappointed, but ultimately, the food here was just ok. We had a halloumi appetizer very nice and well balanced, followed by mackerel, scallops and watermelon salad as 3 starters. Mackerel was nicely cooked but the whole dish was bland, the scallops were completely tasteless I mean completely like nothing, and the watermelon salad was not exactly fresh withered rocket and watery over ripe watermelon pieces. The fish curry main was very nice, but all in all, when you consider the portions are all smaller and the price is highly inflated (as you would expect), you expect the quality to be much higher. I was entirely disappointed, and would recommend 3 or 4 other restaurants in Marlborough instead. If I didn't love Rick's tv shows so much and enjoy his books, I would have marked it lower."
Pubs • Cafés • Steak • Seafood
"Visited here over the weekend. Diabolical service.. managers didnt know the head to their foot never mind how to serve a table.. 3 things we tried to order after waiting for 15 minutes that wasnt on the menu.. we complained after being there for 55 minutes and only receiving our starters to hear the managers stood slandering us.. and creamy mushrooms? Ive had more cream in a bourbon biscuit.. Didnt even get to try the main as we cancelled them.. 4 tables in the whole building and saying its busy! Ridiculous766 excellent reviews?? Them 766 are obviously not mentally there or used to a mcdonalds... i mean fast food takeouts have more manners than this place. If i had the option i would give a minus rating.. not even worth a 1!. Try some team training meetings on customer service and how to speak to people."
Pub • Fish • Steak • Vegetarian
"**Dining Experience:** Lunch **Price per Person:** £40-50 **Recommended Dishes:** - 12oz Ribeye Steak - Chunky Chips - Beef Dripping Sauce - Onion Loaf - Lettuce Wedge with Blue Cheese Dressing - Chateaubriand Whether you're looking for a satisfying lunch or a special meal, this restaurant offers a delightful selection. The 12oz ribeye steak is a must-try, perfectly cooked and bursting with flavor. Pair it with chunky chips and the rich beef dripping sauce for a truly indulgent experience. The onion loaf adds a nice touch of flavor and texture, while the lettuce wedge with blue cheese dressing provides a refreshing contrast. For those seeking something even more special, the Chateaubriand is highly recommended. Enjoy your visit!"
Steak • Vegan • Steakhouse • Vegetarian
"Went for my moms birthday, took a while to be seated, glasses were absolutely filthy, didn’t realise until our glasses for our water were brought out, then I looked at my glass that my drink was in and that was dirty too. The food was nice and we still had a good time our server was great and really helpful"