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Nº 100 in 541 in Cherwell

Nº 9 of 102 British in Cherwell

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Beautiful part of the country, lovely room, friendly staff, great food , big thumbs up from me , 🙂👍

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Calvin Cox . 2024-10-13

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Great stay in an old typical village pub with a couple of lovely rooms. The owners and girl in bar/front of house are special. As the owners are Greek the menu is a mix of British and Greek classics. We are coming back as this is a special place and good value.

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Phil and Jo . 2024-09-21

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Such a friendly, beautiful old pub in rural Yorkshire. Amenities couldn't be faulted.

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sarah Sambrooks . 2024-09-16

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Very good food and friendly owner and staff nothing was too much trouble the room nice and clean and a nice aize was very good bed was comfy

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Tony F . 2024-09-05

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I stopped for Sunday Lunch at this charming old pub. The atmosphere inside was lively. Bar staff were friendly. All of the other customers were clearly people from the village and it's good to see a pub that is popular with its locals. The bar was pretty full, so I sat in the restaurant area to eat. I was the only diner and all the chat and laughter was happening in the other room but the restaurant is pleasant and clean and I had a book with me, so I wasn't too put out. I ate a bean soup and a beef roast. Neither was outstanding, flavour-wise, but both were enjoyable enough - well cooked with good quality ingredients. One excellent point in favour of the roast was that there was plenty of gravy, which is not often the case. Indeed, portions generally were generous. The bill was reasonable. I also had a well-kept half of bitter. Overall, whilst I wouldn't go out of my way for it, this is a pub I'd happily visit again if passing.

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Paul R . 2024-08-29

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Lovely quaint village pub with friendly and attentive service. Great portions of Greek food too!

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A. Bd. . 2024-08-14

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5 star staff , second stay here gets better each time .would recommend and will definitely stay again

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Dave Thompson . 2024-08-04

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As a walking party of 12, we arrived at 2.10 pm on a Wednesday lunchtime. After a few minutes, the owner/manager appeared at the bar and uttered that food stopped at 2pm and we should have phoned ahead. We said only drinks required. These were grudgingly served. After finishing the drinks in the garden, we returned the glasses inside and said we were returning them as we were good people, He said , ‘I find that hard to believe’. The most unwelcome of welcomes I have ever known and sadly we will not be back.

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Stephen C . 2024-07-18

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We visited here for the first time. Lovely quaint historic pub that they’ve kept authentic. London Pride on draft. Great to have some proper Greek options on menu. We both enjoyed our rustic, tasty home cooked food.

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Mark O . 2024-06-29

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Superb Greek meal. Service is spot on, very friendly, and live music from the bar next door provided entertainment without being intrusive. Greek sharing platter is very generous and extremely tasty. Very good value too. Well worth a visit, recommended.

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James Garrington . 2024-06-22

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Stayed overnight in a small room however the bed was queen size. Very small bathroom. The small added features such as a fridge, water bottles, soft towels, etc were touches not all pubs offer these days. The proprietor and staff very friendly and welcoming. Pub food good, albeit generally Greek as is the proprietor. Parking can be an issue. Beautiful location.

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joneslindahelen . 2024-06-20

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What an amazing find! A friendly, cosy pub with delightful staff & owner. The food from evening meal to breakfast was first class. The bedroom was beautiful, clean & very comfortable. There is a lovely garden in a quaint village. The attention to detail was superb. Thank you.

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Karen Harte . 2024-05-25

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Lovely pub with a very nice beer garden overlooking the rolling hills. Only stopped for a drink, halfway round our walk, so can't comment on anything else. Dog friendly.

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Tracy S . 2024-05-15

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We absolutely loved The Stags Head! The greek dishes on the menu attracted me at first and the food was first class. I had juicy chicken souvlaki and baklava - I could have eaten it twice. Others had the steak and ale pie with great pastry and filled to the brim. Great ales too. The landlord makes this place, a real character that you could talk with for hours. If I was picky, the rooms are really tiny and the shower room tired but it was all clean and looked loved. Had a smashing nights sleep on a comfy bed in a really peaceful location. Don't get excited about breakfast as there is no traditional fry up but I loved the fresh fruit, muesli, greek yoghurt and honey. Excellent value for money

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Christine . 2024-01-30

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Friendly staff, cosy space and delicious meals. Best moussaka I've had with a tasty greek salad. Ham, egg and chips were good too

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Kate . 2024-01-16

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Met up with family who live abroad for dinner and chat first. They were staying here and we were all impressed with the hospitality of Stamatis and family. We appreciated the food especially the authentic Greek dishes and I only wished my appetite was as great as when younger. Excellent!

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Pam P . 2023-12-15

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Room was tiny & cramped & not fresh but seemed dusty. Had to mostly keep windows shut as drinkers would smoke just outside the room. Seemed like furnishings were still from 1960 but not maintained. Also our room door would not lock. Had breakfast there but very ordinary. Overall place grubby. Thus did not eat dinner there. Owners rather unsmiling and unwelcoming.

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Sandra Johnson . 2023-11-10

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Arrived 13.55 to be coldly greeted with a door closing and being told “we’re closing”. When I pointed out that the notice on the door said they were open until 14.30, the woman asked “do you want food?” and added “because we stop serving food at 14.00 and as it’s almost that now we won’t do any”. Without waiting for a response she then shut the door on us. The warm Greek welcome we received last time we were here is long gone. Avoid!

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Peter Johnson . 2023-10-26

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What a fantastic find. Lovely warm welcome from Stamitas. Lots of reminiscing being as we love Greece, plus coincidentally, he had worked near my home and my partners over the years. Our room was compact and clean with everything you need. Fresh milk and orange juice in a fridge, very welcome. Pub was shut Sunday night, but it was not a problem. Faith and Stamitas offered us a meal, but we went into Banbury. Breakfast, bot full English, but plenty of cereals, yoghurt, fruit and toast. Lovely stay. The visitors book tells it all

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Viv R . 2023-10-17

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Yummy Greek food and friendly hosts!

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Jack Arturo . 2023-09-21

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Spent a wonderful night at this unique pub. The proprietor Stamatis is a lovely man. His hospitality is second to none. The room was a bit small but comfortable with a good en-suite shower. Our Greek Platter for dinner was lovely as was the healthy breakfast. Great value & an amazing experience!

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Neil H . 2023-08-23

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Just stopped off here by chance on the way back from nearby lovely Broughton Castle. It's a lovely, friendly pub with the most delicious and authentic Greek food we've had for years. The owner is lovely too! The garden area overlooking the fields out the back has some beautiful views. The only slight negative was that we were overcharged (as we found out later), but to be honest the service was so good we didn't mind leaving it as a tip instead. I also wish they had more local cask ales on tap. Tribute is fine, but it's from Cornwall! As we were leaving, we spotted a cute little hedgehog wandering around. Swalcliffe the village itself is very pretty overall. We would highly recommend this as a great pub to have an evening meal. Even better is that it's easy to get to from the M40 near Banbury.

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CockneyBrum . 2023-08-20

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Brill people that run it 👍 Nice 👌

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Melvin Devonport . 2023-08-19

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Old English pub, with Greek food. run by a great family and used by a great number of the locals and many visitors.

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Paul D . 2023-08-13

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Pulled in for a water and oil check, and saw the pub sign,nice little country pub friendly landlord, we paid another visit on our return journey, pub was quiet and was not doing food, however they agreed to put on some bowels of chips as we where hungry on our steam day journey.

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Stephen Skinner . 2023-07-06

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Well where do I start, went into the establishment to be greeted with a question are you local? No smile no hello or can i help you?. Asked what beers they had but was glared back with no response. Then I asked can I have a look at the menu but was told instantly the kitchen has closed. I explained we had just eaten but maybe for another time as we quite often drive past. Bearing in mind it was only around 8:19pm. Then he said there's a garden out the back. It was said in a manner that came across as if we were not welcome in the bar area. Then as we was leaving I took the menu and empty glasses back into the bar area out of courtesy, there was food still being served which was disappointing to say the least. As a fellow Greek myself I was joyed to hear the Greek music and have always associated this with warm and welcoming experiences. Unfortunately not on this occasion.

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Vince F . 2023-05-27

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Had a great stay here recently, really enjoyed the Greek food, thank you.

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Elaine Booth . 2023-05-01

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All delicious home made food. Service pleasant. Good value. We had mixture of Greek and English dishes. Will definitely return.

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Lindsey C . 2023-03-19

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We stayed at The Stag’s Head for several days over the school holidays; visiting family. A lovely little place. Parking can be a little tight at times but generally available on the street. Our hosts were very helpful and the continental breakfast more than sufficient to start the day (toast, coffee/tea, cereal and an assortment of fresh fruit). Rooms were clean and quite warm and fresh towels available. Wifi worked well and room also had tea/coffee (& daily shortbread). We did not have a chance to try the menu in the pub but the selection was broad and we were told the quality was very good. We can readily recommend and expect we will use this location on our next trip to the area.

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cm214 . 2022-11-03

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Clean and pleasant room. Very accommodating letting us into our room a bit early so we could drop our bags off before a wedding. A pleasant continental breakfast. Good value for money

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JandA_51 . 2022-09-19

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We spent just one night Inn the pub's Swallow's Rest room but will be back. It was absolutely charming, really clean and comfortable. The owners were very welcoming and Faith is a wonderful cook - our evening meal was excellent and breakfast simple but satisfying .

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I7612CJlesleyb . 2022-09-01

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Omg what a great place being cypriot my partner and I decided to book for there end of month meze night, so glad we did Wow the food was so authentic delicious mouthwatering and plentiful with over 15 dishes perfect followed by greek desserts fresh and dried fruit platter n coffee was perfect!!!! Very reasonable priced with great friendly greek staff highly recommended so great we've already booked for the next month meze night before we left Thanks Kosta

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kosta69 . 2022-08-28

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Stayed for just 1 night in a very nice and comfy room, bed was really comfortable. We did ask for a cooked breakfast but unfortunately they couldn’t do one but the breakfast we had was very nice. Lots of fresh fruit, Greek yogurt, toast etc and a choice of cereals. The only downside was that there was no car park, just off street parking.

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pammy047 . 2022-08-20

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Great country pub resturant serving a Greek based menu. Friendly staff and good size portions of either English or Greek food. Small garden with veiws over the suroundings

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Paul D . 2022-06-24

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Accommodation was booked in order to break our journey between Yorkshire and Dorset. Our stay happened to coincide with the local villages’ beacon lighting (for the Queen’s jubilee) so we joined the gathering on a nearby hill after a lovely dinner. Everyone was very friendly and welcoming; we had a great night. The pub also had a range of guest beers which was a bonus. The room (first stay) was very small but entirely adequate and clean. Continental style breakfast. We were so pleased, we booked in for our return trip. That says it all.

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Traveler57994909024 . 2022-06-11

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Lovely peaceful night spent at the Stags Head. Very quaint accommodation. Fantastic hosts. We knew when we booked it was predominantly Greek food in the restaurant which swayed it for us. We chose the Greek meze for 2. Superb food and enjoyed the continental breakfast...

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Savvytjw . 2022-05-28

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The pub has a picture postcard look about it. When you enter it you imagine you are going to see a oldie worldly look but no. It was a shabby chic look. Then you look at the menu and think oh as most of the...

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BarryWalesAngie . 2022-04-16

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Just in from an impromptu meal at The Stags Head, and we had such a friendly welcome! Delicious Greek food and a lovely Greek host! The meal was delicious, and the pub was lovely; full of locals! Thank you very much. Joanna

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Victoria734 . 2022-04-02

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Just got back from weekend away at the stags head. It’s a nice place, very peaceful which was what we wanted. The room we stayed in, swallows nest, was so small, quite claustrophobic and the bathroom was teeny!! There was no ventilation in the bathroom...

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Traci W . 2022-02-13

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Lunch for 4, we all enjoyed the super food. I highly recommend, game terrine, roast turkey and the cheese board. Not to be missed!

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Piscatorialist . 2021-12-22

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An excellent meal! Very hospitable! Great drinks. Offered a table near the fire on a colder afternoon. Ordered lamb moussaka, rump ciabatta, fish and chips and tasty Greece for two. The tasty Greece for two was adapted for two vegetarians and all the food tasted...

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nikeshprajapati . 2021-11-20

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Ate here on a Saturday night and pre-booked to make sure we had a table. Interesting menu with a definite Greek twist which was to be welcomed. We were not disappointed with our choice of a fish and a pasta mains because both were tasty...

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Molenders . 2021-09-09

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We visited the area and haven’t eaten out til This visit. A superb lunch, authentic greek food. So hot and tasty food. A very really friendly family. Made us very welcome. I would highly recommend. Also extremely dog friendly 😁

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Jacquiwoodham . 2021-08-28

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We hired a cottage in the enchanting village of Swalcliffe and decided to walk up to a very pretty looking village pub. We were pretty much the only guests there when we arrived but were told they couldnt accommodate us for food as they were...

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BeerNight . 2021-08-28

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I've been visiting this place on and off for the last 20 years through a variety of owners. The Greek owner and his sons are fabulous , friendly advocates for the pub, always willing to chat. However, the real let down is the 'chef'/ owner....

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Tracy K . 2021-08-05

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Lying in the midst of a picturesque village is a gem of a pub. Good choice of drinks and a short menu of Greek classics - souvlaki and moussaka looked and tasted superb. We ate in the sunny rear garden, but inside looked inviting too....

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S9153MIandrewd . 2021-08-04

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What a charming little place. The Stag is packed with character & situated in a gorgeous, chocolate box village on the edge of the Cotswolds. It’s a family affair I believe, with Dad & son out front. Both were chatty & fun. The menu offers...

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mrstraveller1 . 2021-05-31

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We stayed two nights is this beautiful family run pub.. Room was very cosy and comfortable every thing we needed ... Lovely king size bed.. We only wish was a fan as was very hot in the room .. The food was amazing even more...

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shazdazbrown . 2020-08-14

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My husband and spent last night at the Pub, for a Greek night! Fantastic evening with good food, excellent Retsina wine from Trikkala, Greece. The Greek nights are every last Saturday of the month, it seems mainly fully booked! As much Greek food you can...

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PenelopeWalton . 2020-03-01

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I telephoned at the beginning of the week to check that the pub was dog friendly and booked a table for Saturday 8th Feb at 2pm. I rang a couple of days later to add two more people to the booking and double checked about...

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sarniekay . 2020-02-08

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Was taken here for a couple of nights for my birthday and another couple of friends came along too. The pub is rather quiet at this time of year but that was how we wanted it to be. This is a small but very nice village. One one those places you explore from but return to the comfort of. A classic English pub with a Greek family twist. Has two good double rooms for a building of its age that are well kept and ideal to return to after a night by the fire in the bar. You could time your visit as we did and pay just £25 per person for the 7 course Greek night menu. It says 7 courses but seems like many more a huge banquet that keeps on giving. Paid around £150 for 2 people for 2 nights and breakfast. Then paid just £150 for 2 for all our meals and drinks, and believe me we did not hold back. We will certainly be booking again. We probably won’t get our Greek holiday this year but the Stags Head brought a wonderful Greek family hospitality to us. These 2 rooms should be full all year round. Of course I would highly recommend it.

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DaveshNottingham . 2020-02-03

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Quite the best Steak & Ale Pie ever! Accompanied by a good rage of well kept real ales set in the beautiful Oxfordshire countryside.

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BakersLane . 2019-11-23

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Had a lovely lunch there,sitting in the sunshine.Great choice of fresh sandwiches.Very pleasant friendly staff.The pub is dog friendly.We went back in the evening and had an excellent meal.The menu offers a great selection of Greek food which was really delicious.There was plenty of other options as well.Wish we were there on Saturday for their Greek night,I bet it will be great fun.

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Lin R . 2019-09-24

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Nice food in a cosy atmosphere. Friendly family run pub with good home cooking, the owner recommended the fish and chips, and i was pleased itook her advice. Will definetely revisit if we are in the area again.

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stuartbrooks . 2019-09-07

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Lovely little pub with rooms. Room was very comfortable. Not sure how it would be on a busy night, as the entrance is right in to the opening of the pub!Having said that, the location is quiet and very peaceful. The bed is comfy, shower is good, and I absolutely love how there is no single use plastic in the room! Tap water in carafe, coffee and sugar in jars, big shower gel, etc. Well done guys!Unfortunately I didn't get to have an evening meal as the restaurant was shut the night I stayed. Shame, because it looks so good from other reviews!The staff - so friendly and welcoming.Breakfast - great! Fresh fruit, lovely granola, local honey, Greek yoghurt and lovely thick toast.I will be recommending!

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Olivia E . 2019-09-04

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Cannot fault this beautiful, quaint pub. We stayed for three nights. The room was gorgeous, beautifully clean, nicely decorated. The food was am a zing! Owners are a family, husband is Greek and English wife, two lovely sons that help out.The whole family very friendly, and make you feel at home.l Greek food, English food, whichever , it was all very tasty and good value. The location is so very peaceful, lovely beer garden, or seats at the front. Even the locals are really friendly.,Can’t praise this place enough, I would love to return.

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lally53 . 2019-07-29

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We stayed in a holiday cottage in Swacliffe and ate at the Stag's Head a few times... the food was fantastic, especially the Speciality Greek food, and the portion sizes are really large, so build up an appetite before you go! The owners were so friendly, and made a real effort to chat to us. Definitely worth a visit if you're in the area.

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FlissyGeeCreates . 2019-07-26

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We looked this place up and called in at opening time to check the closing time for food and drinks as we were planning to walk with kids from a neighbouring village. We were told 2pm for food and 2.30 for the bar. Sadly when we arrived at 2.15 we were made to feel very unwelcome. The lady in charge made it very clear our custom wasn't wanted as there was a 'bridge group in'. We had one drink and left. Shame to receive such an unfriendly reception because the setting is lovely and the beer was good.

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robduff78 . 2019-07-08

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Excellent personal service along with some beautiful home made food. I had the daily special being the Beef and Ale pie, which was one of the most delicious pies I have ever had. Would highly recommend this to anyone in the area, just check-in with them for opening hours and food serving times.

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jessicalowe9 . 2019-06-04

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I’ve been driving past this pub for years and finally got the opportunity to go along to their once a month Greek night, and was not disappointed.The food was plentiful and homemade, and it was all extremely tasty, and it just kept coming and coming!Hats of to Faith and Stamatis, I really enjoyed the evening and will be back.

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Taffymike1 . 2019-05-27

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We stopped here for one night. The hosts are delightful. The pub is picturesque with thatched roof. The room we had on ground floor was very pretty and comfortable and quiet. It has a lovely ‘old world’ feel. We ate here for dinner - very nice home cooked food. Highly recommend.

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OldieDorking . 2019-04-19

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We had been for a spa day nearby just outside Banbury and had decided to book an overnight stay here based on the reviews. So glad we did, the owners Faith and Stamatis were so friendly and welcoming. We were celebrating our anniversary and they kindly left a card in our room when we arrived. The food is amazing, I opted for the Greek specials...feta and spinach filo parcels then chicken souvlaki-divine!The room was clean and comfortable and had everything we needed for a short stay. Breakfast was lovely, fresh fruit, Greek yogurt, toast, cereal with jams and honey ....it may not sound like much but it's executed so well. The pub/B&B is an amazing find, cannot recommend enough.

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Goolia2772 . 2019-03-29

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Stayed here for one night when working between Oxford and BanburyThe room I stayed in was adjacent to the pub entrance on the ground floor and was called swallows restGood sized room with en suite shower an WC.Room was clean and nicely decorated and had a small fridge with fresh milk for tea and coffeeWi fi available but intermittent.Had an evening meal in the pub which was good quality and freshly made. There was a choice of traditional and Greek foodOverall a great find and better than the chain hotels.Would use again if in the area

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iprodrick . 2019-03-23

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Very welcoming; lovely food with a distinctly Greek theme! Great portions too. A very nice meal on the last evening of our short break.

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Jim G . 2019-02-08

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This pub is a family run business the male owner of which is Greek. They serve very good Greek and English food from a reasonable menu. The food is ample, well prepared and good value for money. Service is excellent. Would heartily recommend and will visit again next time in the area.

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Barry P . 2019-01-17

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Excellent meal and service, vegetable moussaka and baklava superb. Good atmosphere friendly host good selection on menu.

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Moo-moo-to . 2018-12-12

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Great atmosphere as befits quaint old English pub. Great food and service Recommend the home made beef stew . Also give them a ring to book so you are not disappointed

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bpowell824 . 2018-10-14

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We stayed at this thatched pub for 2 nights in August. We had the first room along the path, which I understand is slightly bigger than the one as you go through into the garden. The room was beautifully decorated. It had a little fridge in it containing some orange juice and milk. There’s tea/ coffee making facilities and a little tv and wardrobe. The bathroom is small, but it did us just fine. There’s some toiletries too, in case you forget anything. The shower is much bigger than it originally looked, once you get in. In the mornings, we could see the horses trotting past our window. There is a restaurant bit to the pub and a bar bit, but all open plan. It’s small and cute. It has a space for a few cars to park, but other than that, you park on the road (make sure you have a good handbrake!). The people at this pub are lovely. So friendly and welcoming. The breakfast is continental Greek style with fresh fruits, yogurt and toast, but we asked for a Full English, which they did us at a couple of quid more. I’d happily stay at this place again. Clean, well looked after.

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Loui1984 . 2018-08-31

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beautiful thatched pub. however, room so small could not put case on floor whilst open. public toilet next door for pub use resulting in people walking past door regularly to beer garden and facilities. beware of pricing compared to hotels. lovely food.

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lynne c . 2018-08-20

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Lovely local pub. Good beers, beautiful little garden with view across fields. Comfy and chilled inside. Excellent food, very friendly landlords and locals also. Definitely visit again.

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Janlouie . 2018-08-10

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Attending a Funeral in Banbury, we needed a B & B nearby fairly quickly and found this establishment on one of the Hotel Sights which appeared to fit the bill and as we needed to sort something out fairly quickly plumped for The Stags Head.Didn’t get off to a great start as we arrived in a Thunderstorm and Hailstorm and unfortunately, found it closed due to it being mid afternoon and fairly quiet. We explained that we were involved with a family funeral and as the room wasn’t quite ready ( which we found a little disappointing)we explained that we would go and attend to things and come back later. We arrived back about 7.30pm not knowing what to expect but we needn’t have worried as we walked into a very homely establishment and were shown to a very cosy room separate from the bar area which improved my mood considerably. We enquired as to the possibility of food which we were told wasn’t a problem. So the jist of my comments are that we had a very enjoyable evening with nice food and a few drinks! The owners are very friendly and we found out a lot about Greek food as the owner is from Corfu and there was Greek food on the menu ( but not too much) and we felt really at home as some of the locals joined in the conversation. We had a very good nights sleep in a comfortable room, as it’s in a small quiet village with very little traffic and enjoyed a lovely Continental Breakfast and another chat with the owner. Had a walk around the village which was enjoyable and then onto more serious things.So, all in all, a very pleasant stay in an establishment that we would definitely go back to again.

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alank388 . 2018-04-27

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On the way back from a delightful morning to the Cotswold Gin Distillery, we decided to stop off for lunch. Driving through Swalcliffe, we came across the Stags Head, and even though it was a wet day the pub looked so inviting. We were not disappointed, a warm welcome, great internal decor and a range of food to appease most. What interested us was the Greek dishes and on speaking with the owner who hails from Corfu (some 30 yrs ago), we both decided to have the Chicken Souvlaki, absolutely delicious, and reasonably priced. If your traveling in the area I would recommend this pub to you.

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Jimmos10 . 2018-04-27

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The Stags Head have Greek night once a month and they lay on a several course set menu. The food kept coming and was good value at £25 per head. The hosts are very welcoming and entertained us with some Greek dancing. Well worth a visit.

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Graham W . 2018-03-31

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Very pleased with The Stags Head, had a table for us on a last minute booking for 4 people on Mother’s Day.Everyone was very welcoming and we had a spacious table by a window. Fast Service and good selection of food (we had a happy vegetarian with us)We all had different mains and we were very pleased with them all. Lots of piping hot vegetables and plenty of gravy with the Roasts. The set menus prices were very reasonable for the quality and amount of food we had.Highly recommend.

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nickjfw . 2018-03-11

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Fabulous homemade Greek dishes, highly recommend the chicken souvlaki with French fries and large Greek salad and without doubt the best ever lasagne I've ever eaten in a pub!

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Woowoowoo . 2018-02-10

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Went there with parents (who'd been multiple times before) and wife for lunch. Great food and plenty of it. Good service. Def worth going

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PeterN4077 . 2018-01-27

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one night b and b, a lovely bijou room with everything you need, spotless, all working too. dinner in the bar with many Greek dishes on offer, wonderful, great cask beers toono cooked breakfast option, but a great continental selectionparkin could be a little difficult if the pub is busy, we were lucky as it was mid week

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robv12 . 2017-12-03

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The stag is a lovely little pub great area. Good for a walk before lunch. I always worry when ordering a pie that it may be fatty and not much in it. But the pie was really nice made with nice meat and good pastry. Very tasty and fresh vegetable just cooked right and a extra helping of gravy. Will be going back.

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yvonne f . 2017-11-13

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We stayed one night in the Swallows nest Annex. It was perfect and the evening meal was excellent. The whole family make you very welcome. Definitely return and recommend to others. Riley’s Staffordshire

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Julie R . 2017-10-20

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We had an excellent evening meal - steak and pie - the portion was generous and veges were cooked perfectly with perfect gravy sauce! The pub looked so cosy so went back for a drink afterwards. The room was quite small but had everything - tv, tea/coffee set, mini fridge with milk/juice, hairdryer, hot water bottle and bed was very comfortable to sleep.Very friendly atmosphere, definitely recommended.

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welcomeyouare . 2017-08-12

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I was expecting great things after reading all the reviews, but found what I got was actually a bit of a let down. Firstly the room that we were allocated was tiny, just room for twin beds and a wardrobe, no room to put any luggage, other than on the beds. The en-suite was the smallest that I have ever seen, so tiny that I struggled to pull up my jeans without hitting the walls with my elbows!!! The bath mat and towels were so crispy they were unpleasant to use, and other peoples left over toiletries were stored in the bathroom cupboard and shower - would have been so much nicer if the 'complimentary toiletries' mentioned on the booking site had not been used by someone else first!!There is no phone/internet or radio signal here whatsoever, not the owners fault, but not mentioned on the booking site either - had I not paid in advance, I would certainly have left and looked for somewhere else to stay.The pub next door to the rooms is pleasant enough, although the tables were sticky and could have done with a good soapy clean. The main food on offer is Greek and there is quite a good choice, but we had to wait ages for our food to arrive after we had ordered. The food, when it arrived, was piled high, but was nothing special, especially for the prices charged.After very little sleep in a claustraphobic room I hoped breakfast would fare better, but sadly it did not. Just cannisters of cereal, a huge tub of yoghurt and toast that came out as white as it went in!!There are several nice touches, the biscuits in the room, the mini fridge with fresh milk, tea and coffee (although no decaff) and mini cartons of orange juice. The owners are very friendly and informative, and the place is in a very pretty setting (albeit that it is covered in scaffolding for the next month).A lot of people love this place, but for me sadly, the bad out weighed the good.

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Bayleywillow . 2017-08-08

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El almuerzo de domingo. Fuimos con la familia, uno de los cuales desgraciadamente está mal y no puede comer alimentos sólidos. Nos preguntaron si podrían proporcionar una tortilla, a pesar de sólo tener un menú Domingo restringido. Esta solicitud fue gentilmente proporcionado por el amable anfitrión, participando jóvenes. Bueno ver que otros platos aparte de los asados de los que ofrecen, nos otros dos tenían el pollo souvlaki, con una ensalada griega bien construido. Muy más. El pub es privada y el griego típicamente alegre y agradable bienvenida. Bien vale la pena el viaje.

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bwanarod . 2017-07-31

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We found this pub by chance, it is a very friendly place with great food. They severe English and Greek food. Many of the dishes remind us of our holidays on the Greek islands. Prices are reasonable.

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andymcintyre2015 . 2017-07-20

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Es un pub clásico pueblo, sin lujos, excepto una recepción muy amable por la familia de los propietarios. Reservé con antelación el día anterior y nada era un problema. Tenían una gran fiesta en la noche que estuvimos allí, que estaban sentados en la otra zona, comimos en el bar, que era muy tranquila una vez que el grupo se había instalado en la zona de comedor. La comida era comida de pub general y buena calidad. Había menos opciones de griego esperaba, tienen una noche especial griega al final del mes, pero no quedé decepcionado con mi kebab. Mi amigo tenía de cadera que me dijeron era excelente. El servicio fue muy bueno, a pesar de la cocina rápida el partido y muy amable. Par de cervezas bien conocido en la bomba de mano que es genial. Sin duda volveremos y pruebe la noche griega.

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foodfozz . 2017-07-08

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El pub se encuentra en la verde en un bonito pueblo con un jardín muy bien plantado y tiene vistas a un pequeño valle y a los jardines de al lado de casas de pueblo. Las dos habitaciones estaban abiertas y eran pequeñas pero muy bien decoradas y amuebladas. El propietario es griega y ofrece clásicos británicos y griegos. Cada último sábado del mes hace un bufé griego. Planeamos probar la próxima vez. Tanto el propietario y la gente es muy amable y acogedor.

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rebeccacY6386NC . 2017-07-01

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A veces es un poco preocupante cuando viaja solo a lugares desconocidos, sin embargo, que no podía haber sido más cómoda en este encantador establecimiento. La habitación preciosa, con detalles adicionales - una excelente comida y un ambiente estupendo en el pub. La familia que dirige el Stags Head es super amable. No me alojaría en ningún otro sitio si estoy en esa parte del país. ! !

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jayne l . 2017-06-23

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He querido probar este establecimiento durante algún tiempo pero nunca había regresado. No esta noche me y puedo decir que felizmente me volveré.Gente amable y cálido, que nos dio la sensación de pub que acogedora.Vi que tiene una especialidad de griego y así que empezamos con el pan, aceitunas y queso feta. Nunca he tenido tan buena feta de queso y las aceitunas eran grandes y deliciosos, comida genuina griega y su mejor y a un precio razonable.Acabo de perder la noche griega la puso en pero asegúrate de estar allí la próxima vez!Platos principales estaban bien, aunque tienes que pedir la ensalada con guisantes y sobresaliente, lo que me parece es más y más común, con un montón de sitios, sin embargo, una buena comida es una gran comida con algunas verduras verdes.Gracias por una velada encantadora.

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simon l . 2017-05-29

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Este es un pequeño y encantador pueblo. La familia que lo dirige, están dedicados y apasionados de su trabajo. La comida es excelente, el servicio es impecable y el lugar tiene un ambiente genial. Mi marido y yo volveremos con amigos y familiares sin duda!

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Rachael N . 2017-04-30

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No obstante la gente un poco antipático y bastante estereotipado se destacó en el bar que se miraban como extraños cuando nos enteted, fue un almuerzo muy agradable.El personal era amable y la comida del domingo almuerzo estaba deliciosa. Entre nosotros teníamos la carne asada, pierna de cordero y pollo. souvlakiLos pudines era estupendo, pero estábamos demasiado lleno de ellos muestra.No es un lugar muy grande y popular con los lugareños, así que si puedes reservar podría ser una buena idea.

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U2322BMjamess . 2017-03-12

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El amigo y yo viajamos a Inglaterra y Gales juntos elegimos el Stag's Head para pasar nuestra primera noche porque nos sentimos atraídos por la edad y techo de paja. El pub es pequeño, con sólo 2 habitaciones, y es para dejar de propiedad y gestión familiar. Nos alojamos en la habitación llamada el Swallow's Nest que tenía se ha configurado como individuales, como habíamos pedido. La habitación era agradable, limpia, bien equipada y acogedora. Habiendo llegado directamente desde Heathrow, apreciamos la salida temprano, así como el té, café, galletas, leche fresca y zumo que estaba esperando en la habitación. WIFI disponible en el pub, y pasamos gran parte de la tarde junto a la chimenea. Los propietarios eran muy amables, dándonos información sobre la zona y a la tarde en el club de bridge y a concurso noche en la noche. Las sopas caseras y tartas que tuvimos en el almuerzo y la cena eran excelentes, así como el desayuno la mañana siguiente. No podría haber empezado mejor para una increíble vacaciones de dos semanas. Recomendamos recomendación tanto este alojamiento y el restaurante! ! ! !

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Faye H . 2017-01-24

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Hice un grupo de 15 para una celebración de Navidad. 3 cancelado en el último momento y la fe y la calma indiferente sobre este. Nos ofrecieron un buen menú, y todo el mundo estaba muy satisfecho con su elección. Yo era la única que eligió un asado. . . Y estoy muy contento de haber elegido; deliciosa, tomatoey cinnamony sórdida, calabaza,. Realmente genial.La habitación era cálida, las mesas bien decoradas, el servicio rápido y alegre.Y cada vez que tengo aquí comió he tenido una muy buena comida.

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Ronald H . 2016-12-09

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Este pub es un bonito pueblo oxfordshire aproximadamente 6 millas de Banbury. El dueño era muy acogedor y nos llevó a nuestra mesa. Él es de Grecia y es un negocio familiar, y que todos eran personas muy agradables. Estábamos allí para el cumpleaños de nuestra hija. Teníamos 2 compartir platos de pescado y Meze y luego el plato principal fue todo bien preparado y delicioso. Los precios eran muy razonables para lo que teníamos y recomendaría a cualquiera para probarlo.

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LuisaJ870 . 2016-10-01

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Decidimos ir a la F1 en Silverstone este año, pero me pareció que incluso 8 meses de antelación todos los hoteles de la zona estaban ya vendidos o ridículamente caros! Empezamos buscando otras opciones como catering y B&B, y encontramos el Stags Head!Nos alojamos en el nido de golondrinas por 2 noches, que es una habitación en un edificio separado del principal pub. La habitación es lo suficientemente grande para 2 personas, y había un pequeño baño privado. Estaba muy limpio y nos gustó lo tranquilo que era por la noche. Por desgracia, el wifi no funciona porque la señal no alcanza la habitación, pero esto no nos molestó ya que no necesita. El pub tiene acceso wifi si es necesario.El B&B está en una ubicación tranquila aldea, y a unos 30 minutos en coche del Circuito de Silverstone. Era el lugar perfecto para alojarse, ya que podíamos ir y venir como nos consulte sin molestar a nadie! Los propietarios también eran tan encantadora y servicial. También está a sólo 30 minutos en coche de Banbury, Bicester y Leamington Spa.Como estábamos tan temprano (4 am) y tarde, no tuvimos la oportunidad de comer en el Stags Head, pero ofrecen un menú estupendo si no quieres comer allí. Siempre estaba ocupado cuando regresamos por la noche, parecía un lugar popular para comer!Nos volveríamos a alojarnos aquí de nuevo si regresamos a Silverstone, o si simplemente visitando la zona. Es un gran tesoro escondido en una parte bonita de la región.

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Travelling_Flipflopz . 2016-09-30

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We were lucky enough to be visiting family in the beautiful village of Swalcliffe which coincided with the local pub's Greek night.The pub/restaurant is family run by a Greek-English couple supported by their two sons. On the last Saturday of the month they host their Greek night a feast of authentic Greek food served Meze style, the menu included, but was not limited to, bread, Greek salad and Greek dip starters, Briam and grilled aubergine, Gavros, Calamares, grilled cheeses, beef souvlaki, meatballs and finally a plate of Greek deserts and fresh fruit.Greek wines, beers and metaxa were a great complement to the food and coffee.We were also treated to Greek dancing by our hosts.Rounding off a truly memorable evening.If you are ever passing through Swalcliffe we would recommend The Stags Head to you, especially if you, like us, manage to be there in Greek night.

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V6869VRjohnc . 2016-09-27

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What could be better on a warm sunny day than a Greek taverna-style lunch in the garden of an Oxfordshire village pub with a view of the village church spire over the thatched roof and meadows on the other side, all overseen by a native Corfiot? Not much from our experience.

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Andrew M . 2016-09-17

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Nos alojamos en el pueblo y la Stags Head fue nuestro local (sólo).Comimos en varias ocasiones durante nuestras vacaciones y el propietario y su familia nos hicieron sentir muy bienvenidos.La cerveza estaba bien (pero no todos a mi gusto) y la comida era excelente.Por favor apartarnos del menú tradicional británico y tienen algunas de la comida griega, no os decepcionará!Si volvemos a la zona que habíamos asegúrese de visitar

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TheVWDoc . 2016-09-04

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Mi esposa y yo nos alojamos aquí por una semana en agosto. Teníamos muchas expectativas basadas en nuestros comentarios, y no nos decepcionó. Llegar a la hora del almuerzo, probamos el domingo, que era excelente. El propietario claramente cuida de la cerveza a la que sirven.Fe y Stamatis fueron unos anfitriones excelentes, y nada era demasiado problema. El desayuno se sirve en el pub eran excelentes. Si tienes oportunidad una muestra el pastel de la noche. Casero y muy sabroso son una excelente relación calidad-precio.Nos alojamos en el nido de las golondrinas. Es pequeño pero muy cómodo, especialmente la cama.El jardín es cuidadosamente mantenido y ofrece las hermosas flores se muestran en el pub.Si tienes la oportunidad de alojarte aquí, no dude.

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franchise_mark . 2016-08-17

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Mi pareja y yo acabamos de volver de Grecia y el deseo de comida griega comenzó tan pronto como nos bajamos del avión. Hace mucho tiempo que vinimos aquí para una noche griega y fue divertido, así que conseguimos directamente en el coche.Es un pintoresco y bonito pub en un pueblo tranquilo. Estábamos tan emocionados de estar de vuelta y nos recibieron muy calurosamente por el propietario. Nos sentamos en el bar para examinar el menú. Opciones y bebidas en mano hicimos nuestro camino a la mesa.Nos gustó estar de vuelta y fue agradable en una tranquila noche. Se podía oír el canto de los pájaros afuera. Una pena que no estaba lo suficientemente caliente para sentarse fuera.Para empezar optamos por un Griego Mezze para comenzar. Precioso a ajo y caseros houmous tsatsiki, aceitunas y crema de queso feta, jugosa ensalada fresca y cálida tostado pitta. Lo que no al amor.Yo opté por el pollo souvlaki a seguir. Porción muy generosa. La carne era encantadora y tierna y muy sabrosa. Estupendas ensaladas, patatas fritas y pan pitta. Todos wolfed con más de la preciosa tsatsiki.Mi pareja fuimos fuera de pista y tenía el Spaghetti Puttanesca. La pasta fresca y de sabor puede incluso sido caseros. La salsa era fresca y llena de aceitunas.Con un poquito de espacio a la izquierda de mi otra mitad fuimos el Baklava servido con yogur griego, un polvo de canela y frutos secos. La manera perfecta de terminar una comida.Fue genial poder tener lager griego, Mythos a mojarlo con. Yo estaba muy contento con el francés Sauvignon Blanc.Durante toda la noche charlamos con el propietario. El servicio es honesto, amable y rápido. Te hacen sentir como en casa.Sin duda recomendaría comer aquí. No pasar en un coche. Salir de su camino para encontrarlo. No te decepcionará.

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emileee83 . 2016-07-03

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Dicen que el personal hace la diferencia y es muy cierto aquí en el Stags Head, con un gran equipo de la familia en este pequeño pub del campo. Aparecimos para una copa rápida hace un mes o así, mientras que en el sendero de la arte semanas, y encantados de una bienvenida muy cálida de el propietario griego, que era feliz para nuestro perro venir también! Después de un rato, y charlando quizás otra pinta o así, reservamos para la noche griega. Me alegro de haber reservado ya que estaba lleno y por una noche y un mes Stags Head es una taberna!! Un menú muy completo, está a la orden de la noche, salsas y pan precioso con una ensalada griega para empezar, seguido de curso después de campo yummyness!! Realmente precioso y muy auténtica comida griega, junto con un poco de baile griego. Servicio atento desde el equipo de la familia, tuvimos una noche maravillosa y volveremos para otros más. El menú normal parece bueno, y con perros bienvenido, jardín de la cerveza en un entorno encantador, no mucho que no te guste!

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Rugby-Travellers . 2016-06-26

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So friendly with great ales and local people to meet with and talk to about the village. Stunning food - traditional English as one would expect .

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gdc99 . 2016-06-03

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