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The Ox Pub & Rooms
The Ox Pub & Rooms Reviews

The Ox Pub & Rooms

British, European

££££

Reviews of The Ox Pub & Rooms (84)

Read what people think about The Ox Pub & Rooms! All reviews are written by verified Quandoo diners.

4.8/6

84 reviews

4.8/6

84 reviews

Food:Great
Atmosphere:Lively
Service:Great
Value for money:Reasonable value
Waiting time:Very Good
Noise levels:Pleasant
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"Average"
3/6
Elena S.5 months ago · 1 review

Good food and friendly staff however we waited a very long time for our mains even though the restaurant was nearly empty.

"Very good"
5/6
Douglas D.5 months ago · 2 reviews

First visit to the Ox and very impressed. We had booked a table for 2 on a busy Saturday night, everything went smoothly and the food was absolutely delicious. We will most certainly visit again.

"Excellent"
6/6
Elaine P.5 months ago · 1 review

The food and atmosphere were amazing. Service was brilliant. Couldn’t fault it. Highly recommend.

"Excellent"
6/6
jane u.5 months ago · 1 review

A lovely meal, great service. Lovely setting. See you again soon.

"Excellent"
6/6
Amanda B.5 months ago · 1 review

4 of us had a roast dinner. Portions very generous and beautifully cooked/presented. Cosy atmosphere with both fires lit. Excellent afternoon.

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"Very good"
5/6
Colin o.5 months ago · 1 review

This was are first visit since it was refurbish and we were very pleased with the meal.

"Very good"
5/6
Julie S.5 months ago · 1 review

Had a birthday dinner for 8 of us. All had good food, good service.Good value for money exceeded our expectations.

"Good"
4/6
Tania E.5 months ago · 1 review

The food was very good. It was very quiet so not much atmosphere and there was only 2 staff on for restaurant and bar. But our server was very friendly and efficient.

"Very good"
5/6
Laura D.5 months ago · 1 review

We had a roast dinner and the portions were huge! Tasty too.

"Awful"
1/6
Andrew F.5 months ago · 1 review

Took 2 hours to get our meal. People next to us walked out after waiting 2.5 hours for their food.

"Very good"
5/6
Solvi J.5 months ago · 1 review

Had a lovely birthday lunch here today 😍. Very sweet, friendly and service minded staff. Didn't wait long for the food. Had a chiabatta steak sandwich with caramelised onion, rocket salad + skinny fries. Delicious 💫. What I particularly liked was the nice and chilled atmosphere with perfect background music. You could hold a normal conversation without having to shout... fabulous.. 👏!! I'll be back for sure.

"Good"
4/6
Jean R.6 months ago · 1 review

The food was very good but it got cold before it was finnished. Maybe the plates were not hot enough ?

"Excellent"
6/6
Quandoo Diner6 months ago · 1 review

Pleasant surroundings and staff. Food was well cooked and delicious.

"Very good"
5/6
Quandoo Diner6 months ago · 1 review

Had a great Sunday lunch. The food was cooked well, there was plenty of it and it was hot. Looking forward to our next visit.

"Excellent"
6/6
Lisa H.6 months ago · 1 review

Service was great, food wss lovely and the staff werr friendly and helpful

"Very good"
5/6
Zoe D.6 months ago · 1 review

First time visiting since the change of ownership and revamp. It was really tastefully done and we (group of female friends) had a lovely evening. Unhurried and pleasant service made it a very relaxing experience. We all tried and shared small dishes from the sharers or starters menu. Everything was delicious and I’m looking forward to going back for a full meal. Great new place to have on our doorstep.

"Excellent"
6/6
Susan S.6 months ago · 1 review

We been with you a few times now and we always enjoy Sunday lunch it's the best place to have enjoy your Sunday and we are always going to book with you and no where else thank you so much. Kind regards Susan Sparrow

"Excellent"
6/6
Susan S.6 months ago · 1 review

We been with you a few times now and we always enjoy Sunday lunch it's the best place to have enjoy your Sunday and we are always going to book with you and no where else thank you so much. Kind regards Susan Sparrow

"Excellent"
6/6
Peter D.6 months ago · 2 reviews

Lovely place lovely staff great food easy parking and excellent location

"Excellent"
6/6
gary l.7 months ago · 1 review

Quiet period when we visited for lunch with family Lovely meal , roast dinners . Beef ,& pork .really nice

"Very good"
5/6
Debbie M.7 months ago · 1 review

Had a great meal, service was very good, our waiter was very attentive. Definitely recommend

"Average"
3/6
Plum P.7 months ago · 1 review

Service slow getting drinks to table. Dining room too bright

"Very good"
5/6
Joe R.8 months ago · 1 review

Sunday lunch... very good, food fantastic especially the cauliflower cheese..we are back for more next week

"Very good"
5/6
Sue A.8 months ago · 1 review

We had the place to ourselves on a Thursday lunchtime .Great. It was the day of those tropical storms though.

"Very good"
5/6
Mandy R.8 months ago · 1 review

Very good service and lovely food ..nor were we hurried.

"Very good"
5/6
Marcus R.8 months ago · 1 review

Great food, great service and lovely ambiance thank you so much

"Excellent"
6/6
Conor K.9 months ago · 2 reviews

Great meal , large table and lots of variety ordered - all meals exceeded expectations and can’t wait to be back

"Excellent"
6/6
Conor K.9 months ago · 2 reviews

Great meal , large table and lots of variety ordered - all meals exceeded expectations and can’t wait to be back

"Excellent"
6/6
Rachel T.9 months ago · 1 review

Visited the Ox for Sunday lunch. Food was delicious, staff were tentative and waiting time was short! Will definitely be returning

"Average"
3/6
John B.9 months ago · 1 review

We used the Ox ten years ago and it was excellent but like so many places quality of food has suffered. We know food cost & getting staff not an easy business to be in anymore

"Average"
3/6
Melanie U.9 months ago · 1 review

The menu looked quite good. However the cheese soufflé was appalling, it didn’t rise, was very eggy and not a soufflé at all. The scotch egg starter could have been served fresh with a runny yolk. The sea bass could have been better, the fried bacon hadn’t had the fat drained off before adding to the peas and broad beans, very fatty. The chicken milanase was slightly over cooked, a bit on the crispy side 😔. On a positive, the very young 16 year old waitress? Was very positive and friendly but not experienced with food issues

"Not good "
2/6
Marbellys B.9 months ago · 1 review

No gluten-free menu which was strange being that the venue has recently been refurbished and reopened. My first drink had the nozzle from the drink dispenser in it and my roast beef was not medium rare as I had asked (it was over cooked) the portion sizes were ok. Your waiting staff seem really inexperienced and not confident in their job

"Very good"
5/6
Robert H.9 months ago · 1 review

Excellent waiter,(Jack) good food, nice atmosphere. Loverley decor. You get what you pay for.

"Excellent"
6/6
Madeleine W.9 months ago · 1 review

Lovely service and lovely food, well presented and delicious. We loved the decor inside too, so nice to see art of the local area

"Very good"
5/6
Michelle M.9 months ago · 2 reviews

Food was lovely and really reasonable, will definitely be going back

"Excellent"
6/6
Jeremy S.10 months ago · 1 review

excellent overall& we were well looked after for Sunday lunch.

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