The Handle Bar Cafe and Kitchen in Oxford

Delicious meal with really delicious coffees. Service was quick . Staff attentive .

Great service and a lovely spot for brunch. The vegan pancakes were delicious!

Great brunch here, the guys serving were very helpful and friendly especially when I was being a pain asking for a different topping on my dish. The coffee was good but food was stand out, I was so full and it was all delicious. Gluten free and vegetarian options on the menu too.

Met my expectations - delicious food, I loved the coconut pancakes, very rich in coconut. Service was good and as I got there early on a bank holiday, there was no one yet, so everything was quick.

Place looked quirky so we thought we’d give it a try. Staff seemed annoyed at us for taking a seat but we ordered anyway. Coffee & lemonade came to £8.50 - very expensive for the size. The coffee, whilst small, was absolutely lovely however. The bill was put on the table without asking if we wanted anything else. Before the drinks were finished we were asked to pay the bill. The outside area was being packed away which was fine but felt awkward as you could hear staff discussing which customers will be finishing soon. Was asked to give a tip, we politely declined. Smelly bathroom. Stars for lovely coffee.

Fantastic service and atmosphere, love the theme. Food is great too. Could eat a whole bowl of beans with some crusty buttery bread

If you find yourself in Oxford, there is one brunch restaurant that I consistently make a point of visiting: The Handlebar Kitchen. It is often said that British food lacks flavour or excitement, a common perception held by many. However, I genuinely believe that dining at The Handlebar Kitchen has the potential to change such a view entirely. The quality and taste of the food served here are truly impressive and stand in contrast to that stereotype. If you live in London or abroad, the journey to Oxford is neither short nor easy. Yet, I find myself returning to this restaurant whenever I visit Oxford for a refreshing break. The food is compelling enough to draw me back despite the distance. This restaurant is primarily a brunch establishment. This means that timing is important; if you arrive too late in the day, they may have run out of certain ingredients, or service for brunch might have concluded. It's best to aim for earlier in their service hours to avoid disappointment. I have had the pleasure of trying several different dishes from their menu over my visits, and without exception, I have found all of them to be genuinely delicious. The balance of textures and flavours in their food is consistently excellent. The quality of the ingredients is apparent – fresh produce, combined with appropriate seasoning and tasty sauces, results in dishes that simply speak for themselves. There's little need for elaborate descriptions; the food is simply very good and should be experienced firsthand.

The place has got good food and coffee.

Fabulous independent cafe with wonderful healthy meals prepared with care. Well worth seeking out.

Food was ok, but them kept disrupting us and urging ppl to leave

A great place for breakfast, friendly and efficient staff and lovely atmosphere. The coconut pancakes aren't cheap, but definitely worth it. Will go again next time we're in Oxford.

It was terrible service ever i had , we had to wait too long just to place the order and waitress neglected our sign to order intentionally

The best halloumi fries ever and such a lovely chef. Will be back

Very nice, we were looking for a place to drink a coffee, we were very well received in this restaurant and café 👍

The gluten-free pancakes were to die for. I literally ascended. The restaurant was busy but very much worth visiting

Had a great lunch yesterday. We were five in total but one guy was running late so the four got a table immediately & we were served quickly with drinks. The waitress did ask if we wanted food but understood we were waiting and didn’t hassle us. Once we were all there she took our order quickly and the food was pretty quick to arrive. All the meals were delicious - the picture is the mango, wakame & brown rice salad. Will definitely go again.

Rather a long wait for both the food (orders for which are taken at the chef's convenience, which seems to make sense) and our drinks (this merely because of licencing laws) but no matter; it was a lazy Sunday and (just about) warmer in than out (although as the morning progressed, so a queue grew, out through the doorway, meaning a nasty cold draught snaked its way up the stairs, and coats had to be put back on). The food, when it came was mixed. Mine, a case of style over substance; it looked the part, but my highly anticipated fried egg was cold and overcooked (oh for a warm, runny yolk) the toast it sat on soggy and the decorative drizzle of balsamic dressing a bit jarring on the taste buds. My partner though was thrilled with his full English, especially the mixed beans. His flipping egg was perfect too. Our bloody Marys arrived as we finished eating which was a bit back-to-front and they needed a hefty shake of salt to bring out the flavour. So overall it was ok, but not certain we'd return

Great variety of vegetarian and vegan food. Staff were friendly, sweet and very attentive. Will definitely go again!!!

We came here for brunch. The place was very busy and the staff were obviously stressed, slow and got one of our orders confused but they were nice about it and generally polite. We all got the kimchi pancakes and halloumi fries which were delicious and we’d definitely recommend. A bit pricey in general but good quality.

I was so excited to eat here but was disappointed. This is unfortunately NOT the place to enjoy a relaxed Sunday brunch. I was still eating when a member of the staff asked to clear our plates. We’d been at our table for barely 45 min (out of which they took 15 to bring us our food). When we asked for a bit more time, they insisted we leave saying there was a long queue. They even had the gall to ask for tips after this. And the kicker - we came out and saw there wasn’t even a long queue! I don’t recommend this place.

I had high hopes for this place, but unfortunately, the experience fell short. The food was quite underwhelming—not bad, but certainly not as good as expected. What really affected our visit, though, was the service. While we were still eating, a member of staff asked if they could clear our plates. When we politely said we weren’t quite finished, they insisted, citing a long queue as the reason. It felt rushed and rather inconsiderate, which made the whole experience quite unpleasant. Sadly, I won’t be returning.

Bad customer service but the food is ok

My favourite cafe in oxford!! Such a lovely atmosphere and a delicious menu - always worth a visit ☀️☀️

We ordered 2 x full breakfast and 2 x French toast with egg, avocado and berries and we also had hot chocolates. It was absolutely delicious 😋 We really enjoyed it and the service was really good. The food was really good quality. Highly recommended.

So impressed with the menu, I could have eaten nearly everything on it, it was all very creative and a mixture of flavours from around the world! I had pork belly tacos and my partner had kimchi pancakes. We wished we live nearby so we could come here every week until we’d tried everything. Many if the things on the menu are gluten free, and it was really tasty.

Loved this place, friendly and welcoming. Great GF options. Delicious food and Bob, the dog was very happy there 😊

Been here for a brunch with my family. Just because my little one accidentally broke an old vase forgotten in a cupboard close to the table we were set, they charged us for a price of an Amazon vase. We offered to pay the vase but I am so disappointed with their attitude. The lady serving there seemed pissed off of what happened. Very rude what they did. Will never go back again.

The best brunch ever!! Highly recommend the French toast and the Sandy Cheeks smoothie.

Went for lunch on a Saturday, there was a short queue but we got seated quickly. Food was fresh and delicious, would happily return to try out the rest of the menu.

Worth queuing to get a seat. Organised and welcoming kitchen. Dog friendly and comfortable with fantastic service from beginning to end. Delicious food and varied menu. Happy we went there.

A day out in Oxford City Centre with my sister in law…and two little dogs…..for brunch we headed for Handlebar Cafe…the eatery is dog friendly…there was a little queue, a very popular venue ….definitely worth the wait, a warm welcome awaits you, friendly staff, great vibes, good music, menu for everyone. Made our day complete 🐶🐶

Absolutely WONDERFUL!! The staff is amazing and super friendly, the selection vast, almost everything can be made GF and is clearly marked. I am a VERY symptomatic celiac and I was so comfortable and happy afterwards. BEST FOOD we have had in the two weeks we have been in Great Britain. We came back a second time - just as good and maybe even better. The smoothies were awesome, the banana bread next level, and the shakshuka was everything I dreamed it would be. Highly recommend!!

Lovely to stumble across such a bustling cafe . Great choice of dishes - our brunch was delicious and the coffee was great too ….such an amazing selection of condiments on offer !

Lovely setting, good coffee but the food was very disappointing. Veggie bfast was cold and flavourless 😕

French toast was delicious, good service. I went on a Sunday morning and it was very busy.

Really nice cafe setting with a good atmosphere. Was buzzing all morning. Was a little disappointed with the food fried potatoes needed to be cooked for slightly longer as they were not crispy at all, bacon was over cooked and would have liked butter on the toast. Matcha tea wasn't all that great needed to sweeten quite a bit. We weren't offered condiments when food was bought over and I had to ask for butter. Staff were otherwise friendly and helpful. Was incredibly busy, so understand not getting it 100% on.

2 elderly people just wanting a drink and bite to eat , we were turfed off the table we found downstairs for a young family of four so we were told there MAY be a table all the way upstairs... Which I struggle with stairs... Thats why we went down stairs!!!!!! Not very friendly at all.

Great food and drink but the staff are unnecessarily conceited and condescending.

Fantastic place. Superb food and very dog friendly!

Great menu including good veggie options. Excellent coffee. Service show and berry cold downstairs so checkout upstairs. Not sure why we weren't offered that when there was plenty of room and so much warmer. Took a while for anyone to greet and seat us.

Not much options for breakfast but the food was ok. The vibes and the staff were excellent.

What an incredible space. Cozy and welcoming. Lovely staff members. Lots of vegan options

A real treasure in the centre of this beautiful city. Wonderful staff, friendly atmosphere, delicious and unique dishes to try and I shared a wonderful meal with my friend. only wish I’d found this place sooner, already looking forward to returning.

I liked the dishes. I had an eggplant's salad and the flavours were really well matched this creating a quite devious dish if I do say so myself. You should trust my recommendation, I am a great Brawl Stats player.

I usually come here to grab a coffee outside in the summer and it is (rightfully) so popular that it's often busy inside and out. It's well located for main attractions whilst being down a side street so it's much nicer than being right in the middle of crowds. Today, I came especially for breakfast and had such a great experience. I had a seat upstairs and great service. It's a warm and cosy place, ideal for catching up with friends when you want a good brunch or something nicer than most cafes. Good atmosphere, lots of personality, with historic bikes displayed, etc. The coffees were really good and the food was excellent. Really good portion size. I struggled to choose from such a tasty menu (I'm vegetarian and there were lots of options). What really made it special today was chatting to the staff - and admiring the beautiful artwork on the walls... It was certainly not my plan to make the poor young artist cry by offering to buy one that turned out to be her favourite (ooops! ) and I decided to commission one instead, if she feels like it! What a lovely family run place - really recommended ! Looking forward to returning again soon.

I recently visited Handlebar Kitchen in Oxford, and it was a delightful. The quirky and cozy atmosphere makes it a unique spot to enjoy a meal. The menu offers a great selection of dishes, and the quality of the food was outstanding. The presentation was equally impressive. If you’re in Oxford and looking for a place with great food and a charming vibe, Handlebar Kitchen is a must-visit.

Usualmente vengo aquí a tomar un café afuera en el verano y es (con razón) tan popular que a menudo está ocupado por dentro y por fuera. Está bien ubicado para las principales atracciones mientras está por una calle lateral, así que es mucho más agradable que estar justo en medio de las multitudes. Hoy, vine especialmente para desayunar y tuve una gran experiencia. Tuve un asiento arriba y un gran servicio. Es un lugar cálido y acogedor, ideal para ponerse al día con los amigos cuando quieres un buen brunch o algo más agradable que la mayoría de los cafés. Buen ambiente, mucha personalidad, con bicicletas históricas exhibidas, etc. Los cafés eran muy buenos y la comida era excelente. Me costó elegir entre un menú tan sabroso (soy vegetariano y había muchas opciones). Lo que realmente lo hizo especial hoy fue charlar con el personal y admirar las hermosas obras de arte en las paredes... Ciertamente no era mi plan hacer llorar a la pobre joven artista ofreciéndose a comprar uno que resultó ser su favorito (ooops! ) y decidí encargar uno en su lugar, si le apetece! ¡Qué hermoso lugar dirigido por la familia! Esperamos volver pronto.

Otra comida fantástica en el manillar. Ser vegetariano y celíaco generalmente significa una falta de elección, pero no aquí. Después de preguntar por su Bloody Mary más picante, Bart, que luego descubrimos que era el copropietario, sacó todas sus salsas de chile. Sin duda hizo de esta una experiencia más memorable y agradable. ¡Este es ahora el establecimiento favorito de comida de mi hijo en Oxford! La comida era deliciosa como siempre.

The lamb sandwich was decent, with good chips. Unfortunately they'd sold out of 75% of the things we initially ordered + sold out of functioning toilets and timely service too

Most delicious freshly cooked brunch ever! So delicious, will be going again, and again! Great staff too 😊👍

Probably the best lunch I have eaten in a long time!

Our order got lost and nobody came to check on us so had to ask for help after about 40 mins waiting for drinks and food. Main waitress seemed apologetic but rest of staff paid zero attention. Seems they struggle when busy. Unfortunate as food was nice when it came, coffee not the best though.

We sat at our table at 11 o’clock , the order was taken at 11:10 , about 30 minutes later we asked the waitress if she could check on our order. She said that the printer didn’t work , and the order never got to the kitchen .She re took our order , but even when the food arrived ( 11:50 ) we didn’t have any cutlery , and when the drinks came , the food was already kinda cold. The table next to us also had the same issue . And one person from the table behind us had to get up and get the cutlery themselves. But besides that the food was nice.

The atmosphere is wonderful. The food is absolutely delicious, especially the halloumi cheese in honey – highly recommend it. However, it would be much better if the tables were larger and more stable. It’s rather inconvenient to eat when they wobble.

Delicious food, good portions, great atmosphere, friendly prompt service, very tasty coffee. Not wheelchair or pram friendly but can leave things at the bottom of the stairs. No baby changing.

Would def go back here; delicious food

Great little breakfast/brunch cafe just tucked away a block from the high street on one floor up. The bike theme runs throughout and makes for a cool vibe. Atmosphere is really nice overall. Food is delicious. Had a great Shakshouka and tried some French toast. Both really well-made. Service on point. Definitely a place to come back to. - Value for money? Yes - Worth a detour? Yes (a short one) - Best for (occasion)? Breakfast or brunch - Would I go back? Yes

Took a while to serve us and I asked for avacado and egg on toast and was told no only what's on the menu. So I didn't order any food as there was nothing I liked. Coffee was really strong and I asked for sweetners and was given brown sugar. Smoothie was nice that my husband had. Dog friendly but no water bowls anywhere.

Great menu, excellent food, service could be improved. Our visit to the Handlebar was marred by being ignored by the waiting staff whilst we were standing at the ‘please wait to be seated sign’ despite the fact that there were 3 tables free when we arrived at 2pm last Friday. We eventually asked the waiter after he had walked passed us 3 times without even acknowledging the fact that we were there. We were later seated after what was approximately an 8 minute wait and were told that the tables for 4 were being kept free for bigger groups. Fair enough-but please tell people this-please don’t ignore customers -just tell them what’s going on. This spoilt our lunch, and ironically the 3 largest tables remained free throughout our visit. Food was great by the way, but the visit was marred by rudeness. There is no need for it.

Original dishes but above all very good!

Lovely casual atmosphere, tasty food

Great food, good value for money and friendly staffs.

Amazing coffee and fantastic brunch that just happened to be gluten free too! Would definitely recommend.

Looking for a vegetarian meal and a cozy restaurant close to the center but not overcrowded, I found this restaurant. I felt comfortable because of the atmosphere and the food selection. Gladly again.

Very popular cafe in the centre of Oxford. We sat outside which meant we got a table much quicker than if we’d waited for a table inside. The food was great and the service was excellent given how busy it was.

Not kids friendly , service very slow, expensive for what it is

He estado yendo a este establecimiento de vez en cuando a lo largo de los años, y sobre todo he disfrutado de mis visitas: el lugar es atractivo, los platos interesantes, los productos frescos, y siempre me pongo como prioridad ir a pequeños restaurantes independientes y boicotear grandes franquicias. El servicio siempre ha sido más bien mixto: bastante lento, y el estado de ánimo inicial del personal es algo entre casual y hosco: la mayoría de las consultas de los clientes se atienden con el tipo de impaciencia que sugiere que los funcionarios se distraen de su trabajo real, que de alguna manera, inexplicablemente, siempre parece estar ubicado en otro lugar. Bien. Esto es bastante común y puedo vivir con eso, aunque me resulta bastante desagradable. Sin embargo, durante mi visita más reciente, tuve una de las peores experiencias que he tenido en términos de (¿me atrevo a decir la palabra sucia ...?) «servicio», y ahora he decidido boicotear este lugar debido a su total falta de capacidad y / o voluntad para acomodar lo que - a mi ojo no entrenado (aparentemente incompetente, como amablemente señaló el gerente) - parecía la más simple y elemental de las cortesías que un café debería proporcionar: hacer un pequeño esfuerzo para acomodar a los niños, y cobrarle por la nariz el privilegio. Fuimos como un pequeño grupo de 5 , 3 adultos y 2 niños - de 7 y 11 años , cansados, mojados, y olfateando. El menú parecía tan interesante como siempre, y los adultos pedían platos y bebidas; pero los niños solo querían panqueques, sin los elaborados ingredientes que se ofrecen en el menú, dirigidos a adultos más aventureros desde el punto de vista gastronómico y étnico. Preguntamos si los niños podían comer «solo las tortitas»; esto causó una irritación considerable al instante, y nos dijeron que «solo es posible tenerlas como parte de una de las tres opciones completas del menú». Insistimos, amablemente, diciendo que era inútil y despilfarrador pedir comida que no fuera comida por los niños y tirada a la basura; ¿seguramente sería posible simplemente poner algunas tortitas en un plato para ellos? La respuesta fue una especie de arrumphy no verbal - encogimiento de hombros / gruñido, y - un poco conmovido que habíamos tenido que elegir un poco de una pelea por esto - pensamos que habíamos prevalecido. Lo poco que sabíamos sobre el arte de la preparación de alimentos y las complejidades de la facturación. . . Los panqueques llegaron, estaban buenos ( - ish) , y se comieron en su mayoría. Llegó la factura, y nos cobraron 15 libras (x 2) por dos porciones de la "mantequilla de plátano y maní y tortitas" completas. . . (Confieso que me olvido de lo que contenía la preparación original, ya que pedimos que se dejara esto de lado y pedimos tener "solo las tortitas"). 30 libras por 6 tortitas. Los pequeños, tamaño americano - ciertamente que contiene avena y harina de plátano (no los ingredientes más costosos que yo sepa). 30 libras. . . Señalé al personal, amablemente pero con una pequeña sonrisa, que esto quizás era un poco excesivo. Esto fue recibido con muy poca simpatía. A continuación se celebró la siguiente breve conversación: Ellos: la cantidad es correcta, como se cita en el menú. Yo: ¿pero seguramente podrías habernos facturado un precio ad hoc razonable por las tortitas? Ellos: Bueno, en realidad no; debemos seguir con el menú. Somos un pequeño establecimiento que conoces. Yo: precisamente, por eso vengo aquí; ¿no eres una gran operación de franquicia donde todo es estándar -tamaño y masa- producido; puedes ajustarte, interactuar con los clientes, incluso acomodar la extraña solicitud menor quizás? Ellos: bueno, se podría pensar que sí, pero es realmente complicado, y no somos capaces de cobrar por algo que no está en el menú. Yo: ¿realmente me estás diciendo que "la computadora dice que no"? Ellos: sí, básicamente tienes razón. No creo que aprecies las complejidades de hacer cambios en un pedido. Y en este sentido, sin duda tienen razón: No entiendo, y sigo sin entender, las complejidades de hacer cambios en un pedido, especialmente cuando todo esto requiere dejar dos tercios de las cosas que generalmente van en el plato y obtener un precio por ello en el acto. Nos gustan los camareros, no los robots, ¿verdad? ¿Humanos, no códigos QR? En cualquier caso... Pedí hablar con el gerente, pero me dijeron que estaban en el teléfono transaccionando 'negocios importantes' (lo que implica que mi problema no era ni de negocios ni importante). La persona de gestión finalmente apareció (después de una espera muy larga y una conversación prolongada con un miembro del personal sobre el incidente) y me aseguró que su personal tenía razón al actuar de esa manera, y señaló que claramente carecía de la inteligencia y / o experiencia relevante de la industria de la hospitalidad para apreciar la dificultad de hacer cambios en un pedido de menú estándar. Se invocó el IVA, los gastos generales, el adelgazamiento de los márgenes, y empecé a sentirme bastante mareado, preguntándome si de alguna manera había argumentado accidentalmente la suspensión del Programa Mundial de Alimentos de las Naciones Unidas para merecer una reprimenda tan elaborada. Y, lo peor de todo, aparentemente fui la primera persona en plantear cualquier problema desde que el gerente se había hecho cargo del café en 2015 (vergüenza para usted molesto cliente, boo boo! ). Tranquilo al afirmar que lo ocurrido no era una falta momentánea de juicio, o un desafortunado malentendido (¡tonto yo! ) , sino una política de empresa perfectamente deliberada, perfectamente lógica, y aplicada de forma coherente, me sentí muy ilustrado, pagué íntegramente mi factura, y abandoné el local habiendo tomado la solemne decisión de no volver a poner nunca más un pie en el Manillar. Podría continuar hablando de "servicio al cliente", o la "falta de actitud amigable con los niños". Pero lo que me resultaba realmente incomprensible era la falta total de cortesía personal y el desprecio absoluto por los clientes en un establecimiento que generalmente figura bajo el epígrafe de "hostelería". Podrías, de un empujón, entender una mentalidad tan inflexible en una operación de franquicia grande y anonimizada, pero encontrarla aquí, en un lugar pequeño e independiente que cultiva una imagen de armonía multicultural y una informalidad alegre, aunque algo grosera, es francamente desalentador. Boo boo para la dirección. Un día de primicias, entonces: al descubrir que fui el primer cliente en quejarse, decidí instantáneamente hacer una ocasión de ello, querido lector, y escribí mi primera reseña en línea. Qué triste terminar el día así cuando todo lo que querías era 'solo panqueques' para los niños hambrientos...

I have been going to this establishment on and off over the years, and have mostly enjoyed my visits During my most recent visit, however, I had one of the very worst experiences I have ever had in terms of (dare I speak the dirty word...?) 'service', and I have now determined to boycott this venue because of its total lack of ability and/or willingness to accommodate what - to my untrained eye (apparently incompetent, as kindly pointed out by the manager) - seemed like the simplest and most elementary of courtesies a cafe ought to provide: making a small effort to accommodate children, and yet charge you through the nose for the privilege. We went as a small group of 5, 3 adults and 2 kids - aged 7 and 11, tired, wet, and sniffly. The menu looked as interesting as ever, and the adults ordered dishes and drinks; but the kids really just wanted pancakes, without the elaborate toppings on offer on the menu, aimed at gastronomically and ethnically more adventurous adults. We asked if the kids could have 'just the pancakes'; this instantly caused considerable irritation, and we were told that 'it is only possible to have them as part of one of the three full options on the menu'. We insisted, kindly, saying that it was pointless and wasteful to order food that would not be eaten by the kids and thrown away; surely it would be possible to just put some pancakes on a plate for them? The response was a sort of harrumphy non-verbal shrug/grunt, and - a little shaken that we had had to pick a bit of a fight over this - we thought we had prevailed. How little did we know about the artistry of food prep and the intricacies of billing... The pancakes arrived, were good(-ish), and were mostly eaten. The bill arrived, and we were charged 15 pounds (x2) for two servings of the full 'banana and peanut butter and whatnot pancakes'... (I confess that I forget what the original preparation contained, since we requested this to be left out and asked to have 'just the pancakes'). 30 quid for 6 pancakes. The small ones, american size - admittedly containing oats and banana flour (not the costliest ingredients to my knowledge). 30 quid... I pointed out to staff, kindly but with a bit of a chuckle, that this perhaps was a little excessive. This was met with very little sympathy indeed. The following short conversation ensued: They: the amount is correct, as quoted on the menu. Me: but surely you could have just billed us a reasonable ad hoc price for pancakes? They: Well, not really; we must stick with the menu. We are a small establishment you know. Me: precisely, this is why I come here; you are not a large franchise operation where everything is standard-size and mass-produced; you can adjust, interact with customers, even accommodate the odd minor request perhaps? They: well, you would think so - but it is really complicated, and we are not able to charge you for something that is not on the menu. Me: are you really telling me that "the computer says no"? They: yes, basically you're right. I don't think you appreciate the complexities of making changes to an order. And on this count they are undoubtedly correct: I do not understand, and continue not to understand the complexities of making changes to an order - particularly when all this requires is leaving off two thirds of the stuff that usually goes on the plate and coming up with a price for it on the spot. I asked to speak to the manager, who reassured me that their staff were perfectly right to act in such fashion, and pointed out that I clearly lacked the intelligence and/or relevant experience of the hospitality industry to appreciate the difficulty of making changes to a standard menu order. Reassured that what had occurred was not a momentary lack of judgment, or an unfortunate misunderstanding (silly me!), but a perfectly deliberate, flawlessly logical, and consistently enforced company policy, I felt greatly enlightened, paid my bill in full, and left the premises having made the solemn decision never to set foot in the Handlebar ever again.

Servicio increíble y comida en un domingo ocupado! Fresco, impresionante almuerzo aquí. Muy recomendable. Café favorito en Oxford!

Grandes platos de comida deliciosa. Camarera ligeramente lenta y comenzar de otra manera experiencia bastante perfecta. El plato de calamar era genial

No estoy seguro de cómo describir la habitación - peculiar, chica desdichada o simplemente un poco raro. Ciertamente un tema de bicicleta fuerte. Muchos tipos jóvenes brillantes de Oxford, en su mayoría veganos o vegetales. La mayoría parecía lo suficientemente joven para ser nuestros nietos. Disfrutamos de la comida - sándwich de carne de cordero y hamburguesa Bao Bun. Grandes chips. Servicio excelente, vino un poco promedio. Por una vez la factura fue menor de lo esperado. Resultado. Sin duda volvería

The Handle Bar Kitchen offers a great vibe with delicious brunch options!

Delighted to have stumbled upon it while looking for an independent place that also serves vegetarian and vegan dishes. I really like the atmosphere and the decoration with the bikes. It’s a nice place where I felt welcome. Fortunately I arrived early and during the week because it was very busy. The banana pancakes were very tasty. I was hesitant with the avocado toast but that will be for next time. I highly recommend coming to experience the culinary experience. :)

Funky place themed on and showcasing bikes (cycles). Friendly service, lovely coffee and prompt serving of tasty and fresh food.

Alternative cafe with different styles of seating - tables and bar stools near the window with great views of nearby buildings. The £10 breakfast menu is good, I found it hard to choose what to have! Only thing I would say is the portions are small and I expected it to taste more home made - the hummus tasted shop bought. The drinks are small for the price but it was a nice treat for breakfast and something different.

Excellent food, service and atmosphere. Generous portion and delicious food at a reasonable prince in the heart of Oxford

I loved the food and decorations and especially the location. However, I was let down by the waiters when a man told us we were being rude for raising our hand politely when asking for the bill and sauces, etc. Overall, everything else was fantastic

Love the place - great staff and super nice atmosphere

We visited on a fairly busy Saturday morning, I had the bacon hulomi on sourdough, with pea/avocado mash, with honey drizzle, and my wife had the full breakfast. Both were very well presented, served in reasonable time, tasty, and were nice and hot. The coffee was very nice, a barista service and presentation, again a nice full flavour. Overall, it was a good brunch. Prices on the higher side of average, I would say. Loved the adjoining bike store, great service being offered there too!

Una brillante gama de opciones de comida para veganos y consumidores de carne. Un ambiente frío. Equipo de espera atento. Gran café. Sería mi primera opción para un desayuno vegano. Los buñuelos de remolacha eran especialmente buenos.

Nice cool cafe with exceptional food had the kimchi pancakes and loved them

Everything was lovely until I asked for my chai latte to be a little warmer…see attached photo 😅

Dope spot for good breakfast! Little pricey! But good vibes. Good quality food. Good staff! They make everything in house. Fresh ingredients.

Not fast, not especially cheap, but extremely good food. Particularly recommend the lamb and halloumi burger with sweet potato fries.

Can’t recommend this place enough - the food quality is insane, flavours are amazing and menu is unique! Get here for a late brunch/lunch and worth the 10 min queue to get a table - have to try the squid gnocchi which is the best dish I’ve had in a while. Thank you Bart and team 🤙

The food was great but the servers were so miserable from the moment we walked in. No face expressions, no hellos - not very friendly in general, one even rolled her eyes at one point when we asked for another set of cutleries (there were only 3 sets on the table and there were 4 of us)!

Brilliant place! I love bicycles and this place is like a museum with great food to boot. Highly recommend

What find … fantastic food all made from scratch.. highly recommend!

Who knows? We came from Botley for breakfast/ lunch cos it said it was open. No it wasn't! Left cold and hungry. Would help if you took care of your website.

Very good breakfast, extremely friendly staff and great decoration!

So tasty! Great veggie breakfast at an independent Oxford venue. Loved the use of spices herbs and enjoyed the smashed broad bean and peas on toast 😋. Coffee good and service friendly. Recommend this place! Does get busy quickly, though, at weekends, so get in there in time!

The food was incredible. This place is a true Oxford icon.

Such a good find. Since Le Pan Quotidien closed I never really found "that' place to grab a good breakfast. That was until I found The Handle Bar Kitchen. Such a great space to start the day. The food was lovely. I had the banana bread french toast and my mate had the pancakes. Both really delicious. The coffee was spot on too and a good temperature. Would absolutely recommend

Really good vegan options for lunch and brunch!

As someone who is gluten free and dairy free, The Handlebar Kitchen is my go-to place for brunch in Oxford! The food is fun, flavourful, and full of breakfast/ lunch staples (think pancakes, fry ups, full English breakfast). The staff are well versed on dietary restrictions, and the menus are clearly marked. The restaurant, while not entirely gluten free, is a great place to bring people with a variety of dietary preferences. I can’t speak for celiacs, but it certainly suits gluten intolerant/ gluten sensitive folks! For a charming brunch while in Oxford, definitely give this a try!

We had the most amazing experience at the Handlebar Kitchen. The people working there were the loveliest and super helpful with any questions we had. The breakfast we had was great. One of the best chai lattes we had. It as sunny so we sat outside and we just loved watching people passing by whilst sitting sheltered in between the bamboo planters.

Visited on a Friday morning. Was expecting more vegan options judging by google reviews but it's a bit limited for vegans at breakfast during the week. Was planning on the vegan brunch, but the avocado toast was tasty still. It was a good deal (Americano, small smoothie and breakfast for £13) There's a very nice atmosphere to the place. Lots of bikes around everywhere

The handlebar kitchen is a cozy spot for brunch with friends or even as a couple. Atmosphere is very rustic with a bike shop downstairs and seating located outside, downstairs indoors which is very dark or upstairs. If your coming when it’s peak summer it’s super hot even with the fans on and windows open. Service is attentive and food and drinks come out on time. Would recommend

The food options are lovely and the waitstaff is fantastic. It's hidden away from the main street and is therefore quieter depending on the season. Really lovely staff. Pictured is the kimchi pancakes, and gochujang chicken. An excellent spot for lunch!

Good menu, very accommodating as we arrived quite late, but nothing was an issue. Food nice, service good and quick.