Dewdrop in Oxford

They seem a little sloppy at present; not what I expected. The table was sticky to the touch (it had been wiped but not with a clean enough cloth), and one meal was burned (but placed face down to hide it) and needed to be returned to the kitchen. However no fuss was made by us, not an apology given by them. Come on Dewdrop you can do better. So, a few years later I return more regularly. It has certainly improved. A much more welcoming and flexible staff. The food and service have improved and it was much more friendly than before.

Callum makes the best coffee. Don't forget Tappy Tuesdays, the quiz on Monday, burger Wednesday, steak Thursdays and fizz Fridays. Yeah I come here every day...

Such a great food and lovely staff

Three nights running, three good visits. Even if the homepage doesn't say it they have real ale. Landlord & Proper Job as regulars plus a guest ale which at the time of my visit was Ghost Ship. (You can also get Doom Bar) Food is nice, staff even nicer. Looks small from the outside, but a lot larger inside.

Best pub in summertown. There's definitely no contest.

Excellent for a small gathering, great food and service. I would highly recommend.

The roast beef was amazing, nice pink beef, massive Yorkshire and loads of potatoes, veg and gravy. Left very full.

Best and only pub in summertown! Do not miss out!

Great ales great food great staff great pub!

Travelling on my own (well with the dog!) Finding somewhere this good on a Monday is almost unheard of! Food was good. Beer spot on and staff just amazing. Great teamwork.

I've never been to a pub with better food, a more exciting atmosphere of more warm and helpful service in my life

Friendly staff, cosy pub, lovely garden ☺️

Great pub if a little expensive,but that's Oxford prices for you.

Great pub with friendly staff. Definitely worth a visit and will recommend.

The Dewdrop is my go-to spot whenever I’m in the area. It’s got everything you want in a good pub—friendly staff, chill atmosphere, and solid food. The outdoor space is great for a sunny day, and even when it’s busy, there’s usually enough room to snag a seat. The menu’s got all the pub classics, and they’re done right—nothing too fancy, just good, honest food. The drinks selection is decent, with a good mix of beers and wines, and there’s always something new to try. Plus, the staff are super friendly and make you feel right at home, which is always a plus. I’ve been there for trivia nights, casual drinks, and just about everything in between. It’s one of those places where you can pop in for a quick pint or settle in for a longer hang without any fuss. If you’re around, definitely give The Dewdrop a shot—it's got that nice, laid-back vibe that keeps you coming back.

Burger was excellent. Coffee was luke warm, and don't sit inside if you suffer from PTSD the way empty bottles are chucked with gusto from a distance into a bin....nearly had a heart attack twice!!!

My visit to Dewdrop was fantastic! The staff was incredibly welcoming and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed. The drinks were top-notch, with a great selection to choose from. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, perfect for a relaxed evening out. The chairs were especially comfortable, which made it easy to settle in and enjoy the time there. Overall, it was a wonderful experience, and I’m looking forward to returning soon!

Great food and excellent service with a good selection of well kept ales.

I was slightly disappointed with my meal; however, both my grandsons enjoyed theirs. The service was good and friendly. So overall ok.

Dreadful , I almost passed out when I entered the toilets

Lovely double vodka lemonade, very friendly staff

Lovely staff great service just an all round lovely place to hang out in Summertown :) lush to sit in front garden and watch the world go by.

Everything you could ever want from a pub.

Wednesday's burgers are the best. Recommend. Also late service until 11 😋

Unless you carry your passports (which no one does), apparently Europeans cannot order alcohol here!! They did not serve us alcohol even after we showed our European national ID and driving licence. We were told they were not valid forms of ID. And then the waiter was incredibly rude by making us take the food ourselves, instead of bringing it to us. Ruined our night and never coming back - this is up-front discrimination and prejudice!!

A pub with an reputation for not cleaning their pipes Food alright though

Cozy place to drink, eat or watch cricket matches. The rooms are separated well enough that those who prefer to drink with friends are not distracted by others watching sports or enjoying outdoor areas. A good place to have a pint and enjoy Sunday roast.

Great atmosphere and great staff — special thanks to George for his outstanding -service!

Very good ales. They definitely look after their lines properly.

Took a Sunday roast here yesterday and was extremely disappointed. After a not so warm welcome, my order arrived quite soon. So disappointing. It was luke warm, with undercooked hard parsnips and something in the green veg, very very dry roasted potatoes and a mustard which I just had to pile more and more on to try to get any heat and taste out of (unsuccessfully - tasted and looked like nasty, mass-produced, catering bulk buy refill product). The beef itself was okay. At least I had a good view of the match at my reserved table. For £18 I don't think I'll be returning.

On vacation, and I went back a second time because the burgers were excellent.

Always been a good proper pub, very glad it's still there.

Place has gone down hill. At least one of F&B, Customer Service or overall ambience needs to be acceptable. Not the case here.

Hadn't been to the Dewdrop since 1990! It's bigger but hasn't changed much. Spacious, well-kept beer. An oasis of unpretentiousness in the heart of Summertown.

Great cask ale, friendly fantastic service, nice atmosphere

What I had was no ordinary bangers and mash !! Well done.

Great Dog friendly pub, good food excellent service; even brought us a bowl of dog water. Easy parking in pay carpark nearby. Summer town is such a lovely area with great range of shops

Great vibe and I loved the music! The staff are very friendly and the service was quick and great!

Staff were friendly and accommodating. Pub was clean, vast drink selections and the food was really good quality/presentation.

Turn the music down and the atmosphere will improve 100%

Always a pleasure to come here as the staff are so attentive and the food is great. Lots of people here today for Easter grub.

I have 2 evenings in this pub - as we was working around the corner.. the food honestly delicious 😋- service was spot on.. definitely recommend

First restaurant I came to in Oxford!! Delicious fish and chips and a classic vibe!!

Very nice pub, great food, chicken is super fried there. Cool music and ambience.

Great place in a great location. The service is exceptional adding to the classic English pub experience I’d expect. We’ll done, definitely a go to in Oxford!

Went here yesterday for lunch, lovely quiet areas to sit and enjoy food and drinks. Food was so good, service was great and they serve a delicious pint of Guinness! Definitely recommend to anyone who's looking for good grub in the Summertown area

Good ale and good music. A good place for a Friday night drink

A haiku: My trip to Dewdrop Sticky tables and rude staff Wish I’d gone to Joe’s

We're Americans temporarily living in Oxford and were looking for a great neighborhood restaurant for us and our kids and this is it! Great pub with a really great beer selection including real ales, lagers, pilsners, as well as more modern IPA's. We've been here about 5 times now and the food is always great! The staff is super friendly and the pub itself is very nice, has more modern styling, and has a great, relaxed vibe weekdays and weeknights. Can't say enough good things about these guys...looking forward to warmer weather to get on the patio and garden!

In need of a freshen up. Practically ignored for the 1st, 10 minutes by 3x members of staff whilst standing at a virtually empty bar. I can't comment on the food as I only had drinks.

Nice pub where you can spend an evening with friends eating and drinking. There is a nice atmosphere, very familiar and convivial, and they offer a nice selection of beers and typical British dishes. If you are nearby it is an excellent choice.

Lovely pint of Guinness, fish and chips nice and fresh, very tasty tartar sauce and mushy peas to die for ! Highly recommend!

Great staff, lovely atmosphere, and just genuinely a really nice experience.

Lots of beers on tap and all drinks very reasonably priced, would definitely visit again 🤩

Friendly staff and locals.fine selection of food and beverages.. I've just had a splendid time . Haven't been here for a while the staff were very friendly and I had a cracking meal x

Booked for our family party of 10 adults & 4 children for buffet - food and real ale excellent friendly helpful staff reserved appropriate area - we stayed 3 + happy hours

£5 pounds for a bowl of very cheap reconstituted potato chips. 25 minutes to get an expensive drink at the bar

We usually come on the weekend to get a drink or some food, super nice atmosphere, the staff is brilliant as well, very kind ! Highly recommend if you're around.

Excellent service. Polite staff. Great facilities

Great food and really great service

The dining staff were friendly and carning. The food was a cut above the rest. The bathrooms, were in excellent shape and the whole place was spotless. The management team were on top of their game and made the whole dining experince really enjoyable. I will pop in again when I'm in the neighborhood.

Absolutely lovely place to bring the family for a Sunday Roast! Staff very helpful and polite. We will be back!

We came here for our third Christmas party because the service and food is always so good. Thank you for hosting us again ❤️

Lovely hotel, very professional and friendly staff, food and service in the restaurant was second to none.. just excellent ...

Nice pub. Really helpful and friendly staff. Went above and beyond to post my bag back to me, after I left it!!

Nice evening good service & food .

Ordered seafood pasta with shellfish. Not sure if the place is a chain or privately owned. Food was average. Received prawns and calamari tentacles, no other fish or shellfish. I think staff know it’s not a great dish as would not collect plate while I stayed to finish my wine. No clams, no muscles. Tomato based was clearly brought in and the calamari was frozen. I would have spoken to the manager but he looked over a few times but never came over. Nice atmosphere but very dark. Couldn’t read the menu without my phone torch. Nice place though.

Who I presume to be the bar manager was extremely rude. I didn't see a dark sign, in a obscure place in a dark place and he got rude that I didn't see it outside at night time. I have been there quite a few times and always smoked in the same area. I didn't realise there was a designated area. He could have been polite. He should go on a customer service course. I think he may have been ginger so maybe he had a complex? Who knows. The reference to his hair was so you know who it was. I understand he has no control over it. From my experience the red heads were bullied quite severely and bullying does generally affect a person who undergoes it. I don't mind what colour his hair is.

Lovely staff, cosy atmosphere, good food. Definitely worth a visit

A pub with lots of space. A quality beer selection and very good food! A big plus: tables with big armchairs for relaxing after a day's sightseeing!

A poor Sunday Roast! I just had the Dew Drop's Sunday roast, the first thing to question was the lack of a beef option? On a lot of levels I understand why, but I don't think that was the reason, I think that this is just about the cost to effort ratio. Now here is the entire issue: it is the current trend to attempt to cook meat correctly. Not over-cooked, but reflecting more sophisticated food outlets. BUT, if your chef is rubbish, OR time and therefore cooking temperatures are a factor (and possibly not a good cut either) you end up with – in this case – near raw lamb. SO I REALLY DO NOT recommend The Dew Drop for a Sunday lunch! Pretty terrible sadly. The entire plate was a rush job and the pub was empty..? What a shame.

Great atmosphere. Friendly and helpful staff. Will definitely return for food as menu looks amazing.

This is one of the only pubs in Summertown, and I think that may be a main reason people go. The staff are friendly and the atmosphere is good. The food isn't great. I ordered a brownie (probably not the best choice for a pub) and it just wasn't great. I went here with some friends from my college, and many of them couldn't order drinks with their EU identification cards. Staff required passports which is alright, just most people don't think to bring their passport if they have other valid ID which can be frustrating. I think it's a fine spot for a pint, but I don't think I would recommend it

Lovely pub, I recommend the sxollie cider.

Lily gave amazing customer service

The stop in Summertown for a chill and delicious lunch and drinks!

Always a nice place to take a visitor to lunch. If you need a bit of quiet time a table at the back is usually the best choice, further up if you want to be more gregarious.

Great food, not quite the same with customer service

Dark and a little dreary inside but huge outdoor area.

Lovely pub with fast and efficient service. First time visiting and Matt (AM) was very helpful and made sure we had a great experience! Thanks so much Matt (give him a pay rise!)

Really nice food and the staff were friendly and helpful. Doesn't look like much from the outside because the building is so old and is one of the only places not massively developed over the years. Well worth a visit!

Very good beer, excellent fish & chips! Definitely a typical English pub perfect for an evening with friends. N.B.: unlike in Italy, you order directly at the counter and then be served at the table.

Nice pub A little too dark indoors but apart from that it's good.

Mind blown - chicken smoked ham hock and leak pie with clotted cream mash is a winner! Great staff !

Great service, lovely beer garden.

The most amazing staff and incredible experience definitely coming back I highly recommend this pub

We came on out of the rain for unbooked Sunday lunch. Fine for our purposes, good beers, food ok,quiet enough to chat with our friends

Nice staff but closes early and is dark

Lovely place friendly staff. Food was delicious. Recommend this great place.

Food wonderful. Staff really helpful. Decor inside and out looking a bit tired.

Lovely traditional style pub in the heart of Summertown.

Great atmosphere, proper old English pub. Sunday roast was very good … nachos were also fantastic. Staff was friendly and helpful!

Had a nice lunch of small starters (tapas style). Used the QR code to order online. Food was great and service warm. Space was peaceful. Try the fried chicken starter: it's sublime.

Absolutely gorgeous meal, great atmosphere the best thing I've ate in my 3 day visit

Really good food, definitely will be back

Lovely old pub. Nice selection on the menu, I chose the chicken and bacon in toasted sourdough with a salad, very tasty. The staff were great

Best pub in Oxford. Friendly staff, great beers, better atmosphere. Goat level.

The dew drop inn is a must if in the area. It has a beautiful vibe with a classic old english pub feel. Holding out from the development on either side has meant that it has a great beer garden out the front which gets a high level of use. Go on down and check it out for yourself!

Great service, great food, superb.

You will get a great experience here. Ask for Ben he will serve you well