Comptoir Libanais has become, since my initial visit 10 years ago to their South Kensington…read morelocation, a chain of at least 24 restaurants. I've now only seen two of their restaurants but with their colorful, stylish, vibrant decor they are immediately recognizable. The branding is excellent. The Oxford location of Comptoir Libonais sits on the outside edge of a big Westfield Mall and though the decor immediately identifies it, there was something very tired about it. It felt less special and was less pristine than it should have been. Tables were left uncleared for far too long after guests left. My wine glass arrived dirty, with a very small pour (replaced with a large pour, as ordered, and a clean glass when I pointed it out). It took far too long for anyone to come to my table. Despite good food the collection of missteps left a negative impression, like nobody who cares is actually watching over this outpost. This would easily be a 4-star review were it based on food alone but there is no escaping that it is the collection of a dining experience that influences one's overall feelings about a place. Comptoir Libonais Oxford could and should be doing a far better job. (Note: 12.5% service fee automatically added to bill)

The food is delicious! So fresh, packed with flavor, and hearty portions. The mixed grill was…read moredelicious. It was the perfect touch to the mixed grill. There is ample seating in the restaurant and it's connected to the Westgate Shopping plaza so shop and dine or vice versa! They tend to get really busy around dinner time so it's best to make a reservation.

The Folly offers beautiful riverside experience and delicious food. The service was very attentive…read moreand the beef sirloin prepared expertly and so delicious. It was so nice to dine alongside ng thecriver.

The restaurant has indoor and outdoor seating by the River. Service was good. We had the homemade…read morelemonade that we all enjoyed a lot. We had the bread board for a starter and especially enjoyed the truffle butter. One person had the buttered vegetables and buttermilk mash that we all tasted and liked a lot. I had the lamb burger that was large and delicious. The fries were very nice also. We ended up going on the River cruise tat had tea, sandwiches, scones and desserts, also delicious. Would definitely go back

A classy and elegant option in central Oxford with good real air con (very important in summer) and…read morea yard in the back. Delicious tender cod. Love their gin and tonic sorbet; perfect during the heat wave. Friendly and attentive service.

I stayed at Old Bank Hotel for 4 nights and ended up having all my breakfasts and a afternoon creme…read moretea and a couple dinners at Quod. Loved it. Service was great, the menu is varied enough you can try some different things, and the wine/cocktail list is good as well. Def have a reservation for weekend nights as the place is bustling. The lamb chops are outstanding for dinner, as is the fish du jour. For breakfast you can't go wrong with the full English breakfast or the smoked salmon and scrambled eggs. Get a French Press of coffee, a bowl of fruit and the newspaper and take your time watching the bustle on High Street. Amazing location on High Street right across from Radcliffe Camera. Interior has old world feel to it, and there is some really interesting art work on walls, keeping the eclectic feeling of the hotel itself at heart. It's a bit expensive compared to other places near it, but gracious and solid experience. I'd go back for a nice sit down breakfast, lunch, dinner or afternoon tea even if I wasn't staying at the Old Bank.

This is a great place to enjoy some good Italian after exploring Oxford all day. We went during the…read moreholidays and I have to say they did a great job with decorating and giving it a very holiday, welcoming vibe. The staff were friendly and attentive (but not overly so because they did let us chill out and talk for a bit after our meal). For food, I really enjoyed the mushroom risotto- it does have a pretty heavy mushroom taste so if you like mushrooms you'll love it. I found adding chicken cut the taste a little; I'm not sure if I'd have liked it as much if I didn't add the protein. My friend ordered the crab fettuccine...it was okayyyy. Wasn't enough crab for me personally and wish there'd been more bisque to make it a smidge more creamy. The bruschetta was a nice appetizer but was only two slices so wouldn't recommend for more than 2 people. Side note: if you're looking for a good wine, the Chianti was delicious and complimented the meal well. We were able to walk in with no reservations for 2 people but any group larger than that, you need to be prepared to wait or make your reservation ahead of time. There were a couple groups of 4 people in front of us and they quoted them a 2 hour wait because of the amount of reservations they had. Could have been just because of the holiday time.

We had a quick dinner experience here before catching our train back to London. The host was…read moreincredibly gracious to try and squeeze us in without a reservation. We were given a table for an hour, which was plenty of time. My boyfriend, who wasn't that hungry, ordered the beef tortellini small plate, and I got the lasagne. Both were satisfying and seasoned well. The best part of the experience was probably the ambience, particularly since it was the holiday season. The interior was cozy, well lit, and had an intimate feel, which makes the restaurant a popular place for Christmas parties.

This was an excellent discovery in Stow. We had no reservations on a Tuesday night and walked…read morearound looking for an open table and stumbled upon Sheep. This is the Cotswolds so its sheep country. My choice for dinner became easier. I'll have the lamb. When in Rome. Lemon and mint risotto was refreshing and lighter. The dining area is separated into a lower floor and a smaller alcove above the entry, decorated sheepishly with fleece like covers on the chairs. There is a good selection of beer and ale on tap and a full wine list, with by the glass, carafe and bottle options. We noted that Sheep has a sister restaurant across the street (The Porch House) under the same ownership and during the time of our visit the menu was virtually identical so do your homework before choosing.

English pub in the Cotswalds...what's not to love! Lovely people, beautiful ambiance, wonderful…read morelibations, and delicious nibbles. I was on a mission to try as many pubs as possible.

Good food and portions however hostess needs a bit of training on treating customers better. She…read moreseemed kind of evil at times. All fishes we had were done well so that is the main point however

This was a lovely place to duck into for a bite and downshift after an otherwise busy day…read more Warm and inviting, not large but nonetheless an open feel, the decor was smartly and simply done. The salads and pasta dishes were fresh and well-prepared, service was friendly, and the prices reasonable. We stayed here longer than the usual time but were never rushed about. As evening set in it started to get a bit loud, but we departed just in time to preserve the pleasant nature of our visit.

We stopped in with a large crew, and they were friendly and accommodating. We didn't see any other…read morekiddos dining, but our little was welcomed with smiles. Thank you, Europe, for lovin' the kids. They readily accommodated her creamy tomato sauce spaghetti request (wasn't on the menu). I wasn't super impressed with the pastas or pizzas, but the salads damn near broke my mauf. Fresh and simple, and quite honestly BANGIN'. Italians make the best salads. Don't you ever forget it. I enjoyed a slice of tiramisu for dessert and let me tell you, someone stole grandma's recipe. It was packed with espresso, cocoa, creamy whipped cream, just all things EPIC to put it simply. I'd recommend dropping in for vino, the salads, and tiramisu or the chocolate cake, which my husband enjoyed.

One of the best Italian food I've had since my trip to Italy. They have a lot of vegetarian…read moreoptions, which was another upside of us choosing this restaurant. We got (forgot the actual names) - garlic cheese bread: gooey stringy cheese on top the softest chewiest bread! - baked penne: my hubby said it was amazing - spicy mushroom spaghetti in cream sauce: never had spaghetti that tasted like this before! Sauce was made fresh with chili peppers in it. Creamy with lots of flavors. So yummy! Service was warm and friendly. We were hosted like friends. Decor was nice: traditional and humble. The coloring and decor basically says: you are here for some delicious hearty and traditional food our family has to share with you in our most sincerest way!

Had a wonderful meal here. I had the homemade burger (which was really homemade) and my wife had…read morethe belly pork. The crackling was perfectly done and everything was to perfection. We had our two-year-old with us and they were extremely friendly and nice. This little gem is truly a delight and is not to be missed if you're in the area!

Very fresh, fast, and flavorful! Great presentation, hot, and delicious! Clean, quaint, and modern…read moreeatery. I'd definitely come back again! Too bad there isn't one closer to home :P (California)