Best in Oxford

Proper Pub Food

Traditional

Sunday Roasts

Christmas in Oxford

Festive Dining

Christmas Parties

Pub classics, done right

Proper pub grub, done right – from crispy cider beer-battered fish and chips to hearty pies and juicy burgers that always hit the spot. Whether you’re after a quick bite at lunch, a relaxed dinner with pals, or a few pints while watching the game, we’ve got you sorted. And don’t miss our Sunday roasts – the kind you’ll be thinking about all week, with crispy spuds, seasonal trimmings, and plenty of gravy.

Don’t miss out on our fantastic local beer selection – we’re proudly accredited by both Cask Marque and CAMRA LocAle, and you’ll find us listed in the Good Beer Guide 2019 and 2026, as well as in local Oxford beer guides.

Food

Drink

Main Menu

We‘re proud to be championing British farmers and producing fresh food sustainably.

Filter By:

VeganVegetarian

Bar Snacks

Cumberland Scotch egg£4.50

Cumberland Sausage roll £4.50

Nocellara Olives£4.00

Starters

Devilled Whitebait with Tartar Sauce£7.50

482kcal

Wild Garlic Hummus with Flatbread£6.50

772kcal

Pumpkin and Sage Soup£7

with Croutons and Toasted Pumpkin Seeds

210kcal

Welsh Rarebit£8

with Young’s Double Chocolate Stout Mayo

740kcal

Crispy Squid £7

with Samphire Mayo

493kcal

Sharers

Tavern Board£20

Scotch egg, Sausage roll, Ham, Cheddar, Pickled Slaw, Gherkins, Triple cooked chips

1924kcal

Sage and Garlic Somerset Camembert£18.50

with Toasted Sourdough Bread

1282kcal

Mains

Cyder Battered Haddock and Triple Cooked Chips£17

served with Mushy Marrow-fat Peas and Tartar Sauce

1020kcal

Tavern Beef Burger£16

with Baby Gem Lettuce, Tomato, Young’s Chutney, Cheddar, Gherkin, Watercress mayo and Triple Cooked Chips

Add Bacon £2 / Add Onion Rings £2

1370kcal

Tavern Plant Burger£16

with Baby Gem Lettuce, Tomato, Young’s Chutney, Vegan Cheddar, Gherkin, Watercress mayo and Triple Cooked Chips

1129kcal

Steak and Young’s Ale pie£18

with Triple Cooked Chips, Buttered Savoy Cabbage and Red Wine Gravy

1382kcal

Scotch Broth£15

with West Country Beef Shin, Pearl Barley, Winter Roots and Sourdough Toast (748 Kcal)

748kcal

Lemon & Thyme Hertfordshire Chicken Schnitzel£17

with Triple Cooked Chips, Parmesan and Pickled Slaw

1162kcal

Roasted Butternut Squash Gnocchi£14

with Hazelnut & Cranberry Gremolata and Crispy Sage

628kcal

Lancashire Estate Venison Hotpot£15

with Toasted Sourdough Bread

826kcal

Honey and Mustard Glazed Ham£14

with St. Eve’s fried eggs and Triple Cooked Chips

773kcal

Sides

Triple Cooked Chips£4.50

622kcal

Cheesy Triple Cooked Chips£5

613kcal

Onion Rings£4.50

600kcal

Puddings

Dark Chocolate Brownie £7

with Hazelnuts, Raisins, Cranberries & Brown Butter Whipped Cream

699kcal

Bramley Apple and Conference Pear Crumble£7

672kcal

Scoop of Ice Cream£2.50

108kcal

Before you order your food & drinks, please inform a member of staff if you have a food alergy or intolerance. Tables of 4 or more are subject to a discretionary service charge of 12.5%. An adult’s daily recommended alowance is 2000 kcal. Fish may contain smal bones, game may contain shot. Al weights & measures are accurate before being cooked. (V) vegetarian, (Vg) vegan.

Sunday Roasts in Oxford

What better place to spend a lazy Sunday afternoon than in our cosy pub. With roasted joints for you to dive into, piles of crispy roast potatoes, vibrant veggies, giant double-egg Yorkies and boatloads of proper gravy. Come and end the week the wonderful way.

Winter Cocktails

From mulled wine poured straight from the urn to a warming Negroni or a smooth Espresso Martini, our winter serves are made for chilly days and cosy nights.

Think bold flavours, rich sips, and just the right amount of comfort in every glass – the perfect way to celebrate the season.

Cocktail List

Christmas Party Dining

From festive fizz to a full-blown feast, we’ve got your Christmas do covered. Think hearty sharers, classic dishes, and plenty of good cheer. Big party or small get-together, our bespoke packages – and the Merton Room’s private bar – make it a celebration to remember.

Festive Menu

Iconic Pints

We are proud to serve a range of real ales, from our iconic Young’s Original to locally loved favourites from Oxford Brewery and more. Whether you’re a fan of timeless classics or looking to try something crafty, we’ve got the perfect pint (and bar snack) with your name on it.

Parties & Events

The Merton Room, complete with its own private bar, is the perfect spot for your next get-together – whether its party sharing boards, raising a glass, or sitting down for something a bit special.

Private Hire