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From the team behind Thirst, Hanks is a spin on the classic American hamburgers and dance floor palace that was Maxwell's. Classic cocktails, a dance floor, a large function room for private hire, and a selection of street food. Named after co-owner Al's then-recently deceased cat, a lovable stray.

For a fine pint of real ale in Oxford, there's no better place to be than The Harcourt Arms. We have some great fine wines too, if you prefer grape to grain. Something of a hidden gem in the city, our secret beer garden offers a blissful spot for alfresco drinks in summer. Once found, never forgotten!

The Harcourt Arms is aiming to be an award-winning pub that is focussed on the community and also a welcoming place for visitors to stay. Chef Patron Alan Gleeson and GM Olivier Bonte are dedicated to creating the ultimate village pub experience. Dogs and children are welcome. Foodwise, they're offering breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, with hearty pub classics and seasonal dishes. It's traditional fare, with more meaty offerings than veggie dishes, and plenty of local sourcing of both meat and produce. They curate their list of ales and wines, including those from local breweries and merchants. There are 10 bedrooms, so you can stay overnight or tuck up for a cozy weekend, and if you book direct through their website there may be rewards!

Famous among and much loved by students, especially those from the Turl and Broad street colleges. Their falafel wraps never fail to please!

Persian food, home-made Iranian and middle eastern food, plus catering for parties available.

Situated besides Oxford’s scenic River Isis… The Head of the River matches its food, drink and accommodation to the beauty of its surroundings. Whether you join us for an hour in the garden or for a night in one of our luxurious rooms, we’re confident you’ll hate to say goodbye. A popular outdoor summer venue (right on the river, heatlamps available), much frequented by students. Warning: may get busy around times of rowing events! Following recent refurbishment, The Head of The River now has 20 beautiful bespoke rooms, providing wonderful waterside accommodation in Oxford.

The Hi-Lo is a great place for a night out. Candlelight , flowers and an extensive collection of music make for a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. Reggae, soca, dancehall, roots, R&B, rock n roll, blues and soul feature in our musical archives and may be heard during your visit. We also have guest DJs and late night parties. A favourite venue for artists and musicians, Radiohead, Supergrass and Foals are among many bands who have relaxed here, and Kylie Minogue has said that her night here was one of the best of her life. The Hi-Lo was included in the Observer Food & Music supplement as one of eleven places in the country where ‘those in the know’ go. They are smoking friendly, and you will find a comfortable, covered smoking area beside the bar.

Cafe situated at the bottom of the High Street. The window displays always look packed with sandwiches, paninis and cakes!

We have 11 characterful rooms of different shapes and styles, all named after local villages and hamlets surrounding Burford. Highly individual, those in the original part of the building having low ceilings and the odd sloping floor so expect lots of individuality. Also join us for breakfast, lunch or dinner. Our menu crafted by Head Chef Amanda Edwards changes regularly and reflects the seasonality of our produce.

18th C. canal-side pub with bed & breakfast accommodation and Caravan Club registered camping/caravan site (with private fishing for guests). Extensive pub grub and grill menu, soup, sandwiches and bar snacks. Dating back to the early 1700’s the Highwayman Hotel at Kidlington near Oxford, has been a coaching inn, and public house for 300 years. Located to the north of Kidlington on the A4260 and close to Oxford Airport, this friendly family run guest house is ideally situated for those with business commitments but better still if you’re visiting Oxford for pleasure. With ample secure parking and a pleasant canal side garden the Highwayman offers all that a traveller could wish for at an affordable price.

Delicious lunch and cake made from ethically sourced ingredients in Oxford’s only wind-powered café.

This detached house is situated on the edge of Summertown, 3 miles from Oxford’s centre. Buses to the city pass the house every 6 minutes. The property features a large garden with nearly hundred years old plum tree. Rooms at Hollybush Guest House have a flat-screen TV for guests to use. There is free WiFi throughout the building, and free parking is possible on site. A continental breakfast is served in the morning, with a wide selection of cereals, bread, cake, yoghurt, fruits, ham, cheese with hot coffee, tea and juices available. During the harvest season, guests can enjoy home-made plum jam on site. North Oxford Golf Club is just a few minutes’ walk from the door of Hollybush. The University of Oxford can be reached in around 10 minutes\' drive. Bicester Village Outlet shopping centre is 9 miles away and regular buses leave from opposite the property. Historical note: an early form of Radiohead may have played here as they began in the garage behind the pub!

They offer a 2 course for £15 menu as well as other options and in the evening a more extensive menu is available. They are the perfect venue for every day dining and any occasion, whether it's a quiet dinner for two or a birthday celebration with family and friends. Home Sweet Home are also able to host parties and wedding receptions with a marquee if required and with exclusive use. There is a large car park and welcome walkers who may want to start their day, leave the car, enjoy a walk and return for lunch.

We offer a variety of dishes, from tasty appetisers & sharing starters, as well as a full menu of exciting main courses including our extremely popular stone baked pizzas, including options for dietary requirements. Of course, we offer plenty of tempting puddings including our popular homemade ice creams. We have three en suite bedrooms located in a separate building behind the pub, offering a comfortable stay for our guests. All rooms have recently been refurbished and are equipped with a television, quality toiletries, and tea and coffee facilities. Choice of breakfast may include full English or fresh seasonal fruits. Newspapers are provided, and for those with time to linger over breakfast, there is unlimited tea and coffee. Room rates start from £60.

A buzzing young bar in central Oxford with its own games room, private terrace with Philippe Starck sofas and a seriously well thought out cocktail list. The House is an intimate yet lively venue. The bar has attracted plenty of attention since it opened in early 2009, gracing the pages of Vogue, as a fashion shoot location and featuring in Elle magazine's Top 25 Bars 2010. Their legendary happy hours run from 5pm to 9pm Sunday to Thursday and 5pm to 8pm Friday and Saturday. Cocktails from £4.45 and House beer and wine £2.95

Cute little cafe serving a new cake each month, and lunches every day.

Il Principe delicatessen is the right place where you will find a unique and exclusive selection of the best and typical Italian food carefully selected for you. Located just on Cowley Road, Oxford, we have been bringing our passion, skill and expertise in food and drink to our family business. We stock a selection of the finest cheeses, wines, olive oils, antipasti and gourmet foods from Italy and offer a variety of take-away pizza, pasta, meat and fish dishes.

The Inn for All Seasons is a former 16th century coaching inn set in the heart of the Cotswolds. A warm and friendly hotel with a relaxed bar and renowned restaurant offering the best of British and local produce. The Inn offers comfortable ensuite accommodation, free parking and dogs are welcome.

Oxford's first Gelateria, complete with Wicked Chocolate counter.

Just over a mile south of Oxford City Centre. Homemade cakes and cream teas, local beers, limited home-made hot meals (check our opening hours). Converted barn overlooking Iffley Meadows available for hire. Cards now accepted subject to a minimum £5 spend. Customers can also set up a card tab.

A sort of cross between Pret a Manger (indeed itsu was founded by the man behind Pret) and Wagamama - healthy, Asian-inspired hot food and snacks. Itsu is a well-established brand in London, and this is the first store outside the capital. Downloadable pdfs online list allergens and count the calories of each menu item.

'Grocer...deli...coffee house' with a Waitrose-customer-friendly range of local & ethical meats/fish/cheese/fresh groceries/sandwiches/bread and many other specialities. Also external catering (inc. hamper) service.

Caribbean takeaway with all meals priced at £6.50 and served with salad and coleslaw. Carribean food is famous for its tasty, spicy flavours that you will love and end up wanting more. All their meals are served with generous servings of either plain rice or rice and peas. Or you can have yam (potato-like root vegetable) with green banana (plantain) and lightly fried dumpling. Your chef, Wayne is from Jamaica and has been a chef making real Jamaican food for people in Oxford for many years, so you can be sure of its authenticity!