The Royal Oak Inn in Cotswold - Phone Number, Reservations, Reviews

Fantastic hospitality and wonderful food. Sunday roast to die for: roast beef cooked perfectly, vegetables, excellent choice for time of year, also cooked to perfection. Not my first visit and looking forward to my next. Thank you, Sheila, Graham & Staff 😁 Regards A-J & Pat

A terrible hostess who is way above her station. I have never been so disrespected by an ignorant women who thing she is is a landlady, she is nothing but a fool on a power trip, disrespecting her customers, and thinking the world of herself. Rude and I will never return. Would like to buy her out and put her ok the streets. Good luck. You wast of space. You never know who you disprove of until it to late.

Absolutely lovely sunday lunch. Great atmosphere and customer service. The food was hot and good portion size.

Went to this pub one day before Cheltenham - £5 pint Guinness for the first drink, then the landlord decided to put the prices up to £7.50 a pint, because of the racing tomorrow. Absolutely disgraceful. No respect for visitors that help support the local economy. Will not be coming back!

We made a late booking for two people with two dogs and they were amazing to find space and accommodate us in the first place. The staff were very attentive and the gluten-free options were amazing. The food came very fast, very hot, very fresh, and tasted outstanding. Best pub meal in a long time!

Graham and his team welcomed us warmly, looked after us well and we enjoyed good food and drink at a family birthday celebration visit. We'll be back.

We popped in here for a quick drink on a weekday away. The service was friendly. There was a bar area with telly for sports etc. we drank in the back area which was cosy. The outside was a little run down with a fridge in the car park and baskets with dead plants in. It was ok and the beer was decent.

Great beer, awesome food (duck) and a lovely atmosphere. Not surprisingly busy with diners even on a Tuesday. Barman totally honest about the food wait. Would definitely return 😎

Great atmosphere and Pizzas second to none....great service too !!....lovely outdoor seating area ...can't fault this establishment

We visited on the pizza night special and we had the best evening. Great atmosphere brilliant customer service and amazing food! Will definitely be visiting again.

Myself & my partner with some of our friends and children visited the Royal Oak for a spontaneous lunch. When we ordered and paid we were then told that 2 of our mains and 1 of our starters were unavailable so we got refunded for a starter and chose 2 different mains, i feel before any customer orders staff should be aware of items of starters and mains they don't have available to save any time wasting of hassle. The basket which was brought out was severely rammed with cutlery, napkins, sachet sauces, bottle sauces and a salt & pepper shaker. We ordered some starters for the table which took around 45mins to be brought out to us, and then a further 1hr went past to which we still hadn't recieved our mains. We ordered our food at 13.03 and by 14.42 we gave up waiting and asked for our money back. We did recieve a refund for the food we didn't receive and we were told there was apparently eclectic issues in the kitchen to which our food was so delayed which again i feel should of been told to us before or during our order to make us aware.

We totalled about 30m people and on arrival were shown into their party reception room. It was separate from the main pub and exactly what we required. We had a full-time waitress and drinks were served promptly. The buffet was complete shortly after and was very good. This location is thoroughly recommended for such events.

Very tasty food and good service. The staff were very friendly and hospitable. They give a very generous portion of fish and chips.

Visited here, after a morning at O'brien McPherson Racing Stables, and made for the perfect breakfast spot. Roaring fire, super friendly service, and great coffee and breakfast.

Looking for somewhere for a quick lunch this pub came up on Google Maps. Obviously popular with locals, some just popping in for coffee. There was only one ale on the bar but it was well kept & very drinkable. The sandwiches were warm ciabatta packed with home cooked ham accompanied by crisps, coleslaw and a bit of salad - very reasonably priced at £6.50 each. The barman was very busy but very efficient. The place was a real find for Saturday lunch.

We had to ask for the tables to be cleaned (not sure this pub is aware of covid?!). This made us worry about the cleanliness of the kitchen. Food was average. Service was really bad. Slow, didn’t clear the table of our finished plates, had to look for her for dessert menu. Never offered a drink. Honestly really poor service.If you sit outside, expect to be sitting in a cloud of smoke. Smoke travels inside the pub too. Overall I would not recommend this pub for food. Will not be visiting again.

Visited last minute and had the calamari and trout fish cakes. We both thought the food was great (and we are usually fairly fussy lol) Would def return if in the area!

Aunque parece un pub típico de campo a primera vista, la comida definitivamente va más allá de lo que consideramos comida de pub.Durante o viajes recientes para nuestra luna de miel, esta fue la mejor comida que comimos en el período de 2 semanas.El personal del pub era muy amable y acogedor y ofrecía buenos consejos sobre lugares para visitar en la zona.En general, estuvimos muy contentos con nuestra visita / comida y no dudaríamos en recomendar este lugar.

My family and i dropped in on the off chance for a nice lunch, we were not disappointed the food was excellent and staff were very pleasant throughout, ample parking and a great selection of goodies behind the bar.Brilliant place.

We’ve been there to have lunch with family and kids, during our stay in Cheltenham for holidays. The food was very good and the staff was really friendly. They have a great beer garden and inside is very comfortable. I really recommend the place!

Paramos aquí para comer algo en un día en el que estábamos lidiando con malas noticias familiares. Covid ha obligado a las mesas afuera y estábamos en una carpa con corrientes de aire, pero el joven barbudo que nos recibió fue acogedor y pronto nos trajo pintas y algo de comida. V buen bocadillo de gambas y patatas fritas y ensalada de col. Incluso en estos tiempos de pandemia llenos de basura, se puede decir que un pub que disfruta de su negocio y este se siente como uno. Salimos sintiéndonos más alegres.

We visited The Royal Oak, Andoversford, on a cold day in November 2019. On arrival, the restaurant was cold inside with the fire unlit, just a pile of cold ash. The waitress was wearing long thick sheepskin boots, much needed in the cold environment. The main course for lunch was delicious. But we felt so cold that we couldn't face staying any longer so did not order a pudding! Some effective heating would have made all the difference.

Excellent quality. Service excellent wish we found this pub sooner. Good menu. Would recommend if you stay in this location

Arrived for lunch on spec en-route home. We found a lovely pub with a welcoming atmosphere, helpful and friendly staff. What a joy and a lovely place to take a rest. The lunch menu was innovative, the food was super, plenty of choice, well prepared and presented. Add to that specials boards, a great choice of beer and a comfortable environment. I would love to go back and try the restaurant. This is the way all pubs should be. Well done The Royal Oak

Given the reviews I expected better from this place.

Comí el domingo aquí cuando salí con nuestro grupo de caminatas; Éramos doce en total y habíamos entregado nuestros pedidos y reservado con antelación. Los almuerzos asados eran deliciosos, con abundante carne, excelentes patatas asadas y un montón de verduras. Nada era demasiado problema y teníamos todo lo que necesitábamos. Hemos comido aquí antes y la comida siempre ha sido de primera clase. Sin duda volveremos.

Conocí a unos amigos aquí para almorzar, qué lugar fabuloso, bar / restaurante. Excelente personal, excelente menú, tuve Rainbow Trout Goujons, con arroz y salteado de verduras, muy delicioso, los otros tenían algo diferente, aunque uno de mis amigos tenía un curry vegano que dijo que era realmente bueno. Buena comida y servicio maravilloso, con ganas de volver otra vez.

Friendly and helpful staff, excellent roast lamb and roast pork. Very characteristic restaurant for its wooden walls and discreet corners with comfortable seats and cushions.

Just popped in as was at a loose end this Sunday. Really friendly staff found me a cute table for one. Had the beef…… stunner, beautifully pink, best roast potatoes I’ve had for ages. All for £14 considering the other venue’s around and what they charge, I can’t fault my lunch at all. Going to bring friends back next week.

My daughter and I ended our walk here. it was our intention to have lunch, but a large party arrived and we were told we would have to wait. Unfortunately we couldn't as we had a bus to catch back to Cheltenham. we'll probably try it again sometime

Visited here for a family meal on Easter Sunday and were not disappointed. The staff couldn’t have been more helpful, the food was lovely and there was just a great atmosphere about the place. The real ale was superb. Can’t wait to go back. Well done to all the staff.

On April Fools Day two friends suggested that we met for lunch at the Kilkenny Arms up the hill. we arrived early discovered that they were closed on Mondays, unable to reach them by phone we dropped down the hill to the Royal Oak and explained the position and booked a table for possibly four but definately two. They were very helpfull and fully understood our problem.All went well and four of us sat down to an enjoyable meal.

We haven't been there for some months, but feel sure that it still retains it's old country pub atmosphere.

Friendly staff, good atmosphere. Service was excellent. Food was fresh, filling and enjoyable. A great visit.

Tuvimos una comida informal aquí esta noche con nuestro perro y pasamos un rato agradable. Nos sentamos en el área del bar, y había tres perros más a nuestro alrededor, por lo que definitivamente es para perros. El menú de comida era un poco corto, con un primer plato y un puñado de platos principales para elegir, aunque no estoy seguro de si eso es normal, porque decía "limitado" en la parte superior. De todos modos, me alegraba haber pedido la hamburguesa, y aunque nada que no haya comido antes, fue jugosa y sabrosa. El pub tenía un ambiente local antiguo, pero el personal era muy amable y se despidió cuando nos fuimos. La factura final fue de 28. 60 para dos platos principales y un par de bebidas, que es más barato que una comida rápida reciente, es difícil quejarse.

It’s well worth the tiny detour off the A40 to visit this excellent pub. A warm welcome from the staff, locals who help you with your real ale selection, food that is homemade and delicious. We will be back!

Un excelente almuerzo aquí ayer para 19 paseantes hambrientos del Cheltenham Rambling Club. Por lo general, la cocina no está abierta los martes, pero la dueña puso un menú corto especial para nosotros, y tomamos nuestras decisiones antes de partir para nuestra caminata de 5 millas. La comida se preparó mientras estábamos caminando, apareció rápidamente después de que regresáramos y todos dijeron que estaba delicioso. Eso es realmente un buen servicio.

We were staying locally and decided to walk to visit this pub for a late afternoon drink, we received a very warm welcome from the bar man and the pub itself is a beautiful quintessential Cotswold pub, fire roaring included. Highly recommend a visit here!

Rediscovered this pub as had been disappointed in past but now under New Management. Have been comeing regulary now for nearly 2 years. Try to come monthly. Came this month ( September) with friends who had not previously been. They were very impressed with the Menu and their choices did not disappoint. We are glad to recommend to our friends and Tripadbisor.

Cosy pub with excellent food and good selection of wines. Pool table was a bonus as well as parking.

An excellent meal, good friendly service, a good choice on the menu and the food was hot. An enjoyable meal and good value, will definitely be back.

A most enjoyable meal at the Royal Oak where the little things (like the proper linen napkins) do make a difference. Food very good and portions are generous.

Worth looking for off A$0 outside Cheltenham with large car park, welcoming bar area, garden at back and separate restaurant on two levels. An excellent selection of beers and cider with a comprehensive menu which apparently changes to reflect seasonal food. There were good starters, a selection of sandwiches and flat breads, and some good mains. The desserts looked good too. I ordered the Ploughmans' lunch which although it seemed pricey from the menu was quite excellent and possibly the biggest and tastiest that I have eaten in some time. So generous was the portion that I did not manage any dessert on this occasion. My fellow diners enjoyed their food including a very large gammon steak. Not only was food good to eat, but presentation on the plate and service were excellent too. Intend to revisit and try out more from the menu soon.

This family run restaurant has a great atmosphere. Before the current owners bought the place there was nothing to draw in customers. The building and patio have been renovated to a high standard. The food is varied and good. Well worth a visit

Amazing dinner. Sea bass special. Waitress was happy to substitute the new potatoes for mash potatoes (thank the lord lol). Was a really great home cooked style meal. Give stars all the way

Quality food at fair prices. Nice ambiance with friendly staff. To give a flavour the mayonnaise had been made properly, not in a sachet and the coffee was excellent. There is a good range of food including gluten-free options. Easy to park too

Wanted somewhere to go after racing at Cheltenham and this was perfect. Approx 30 mins from racecourse just off the A40 so great for an early dinner. Friendly staff and great food We had the beer batter fish which was excellent really crispy batter and then we had the blackberry parfait sorry about the picture but is was so yummy we ate it all before we took a picture

Called for a drink and so glad we did! It was a cold day in March and there was a lovely log fire and excellent beers. Very dog friendly too.

We keep going back time and again-because it is so good. Always a warm welcome, food and service always excellent-a typical Cotswold country pub. Hats off to the new owners-they have transformed a very average pub to an outstanding one. Well done to all concerned.

We shoot at a local shooting ground, and called in The Royal Oak previously for a swifty afterwards, and looking at the menu it looked interesting!

We first visited this excellent pub/restaurant in November 2016 and said we would definitely be back. We have eaten there for the last two evenings. This has a lovely atmosphere, with a log fire, very friendly and helpful staff, and delicious food. Last night we had the excellent roast lamb and tonight very good fish and chips. Whatever you order will be good, with large portions! We recommend making a reservation.

We have eaten here twice recently following local walks and on both occasions we enjoyed a nice late lunch, once a standard pub battered fish and chips and once from the special lunch menu, both of which were complete main courses - the main course menu does fall quite a bit into the area of needing to order separate side dish accompaniments which does rack up the price for a lunch option, may be more palatable for dinner. Friendly service and nice big tables, also good to see they also have local Cotswold Brewery IPA on tap.

Christmas meal.. lovely staff & well looked after... bit surprised to have gravy on seabass though.. spoilt my meal!

I phoned to book a table and explained that we had a toddler and a baby in the family group. When we arrived we had been allocated a table out of the way, with space for the baby car seat carrier and crayons and book for the toddler! :0)

Within an easy drive of the racecourse, we had pre-booked table. The dining area was old worlde and lovely and...

We called with a group for coffee and pastries. Excellent coffee, hot, buttery pastries, served in pleasant surroundings.

Having been intrigued by their blackboard we decided to give them a go. Food wise we all enjoyed our choices,...

Went for a Sunday Dinner. Excellent food variety for entire family. The roast dinner was plenty of food.

We visited with friends for lunch and the was really pleasantly surprised at the standard of food. The garden was also lovely to sit out in as well. The only downside were the state of the toilets but nothing a good clean and a bit more monitoring wouldn't sort out. Would visit again.

We had a lovely family lunch here. The food was lovely and staff attentive. We enjoyed a roast dinner. The food was yummy and plenty of it.

Had quick supper recently. Warm greeting. Nice choice of gins. Menu reads nicely but cannot be amended as all orders go through computerised till to the kitchen. Steak could have been kept warm before plating up was my only criticism. Food nicely presented and waitress friendly. Nicely decorated rooms. Worth a visit.

When our Australian guest asked which of the dishes on the menu were gluten free, we didn’t really expect that much guidance. However, the landlady (at least we assume that was her position as she seemed very much in charge) didn’t bat an eyelid and went to ask the chef.She returned listing the dishes that were GF and said they also had GF bread, which was helpful. She even pointed out that there was a slight trace of gluten in the mustard dressing on the ham.While we might expect this level of attention in a larger city bar or restaurant, we didn’t think a country pub (even one in the Cotswolds!) would be able to be so specific. Our guest was extremely grateful as he would be playing cricket the next day and didn’t want to risk feeling out of sorts on the pitch!He enjoyed he pea-and-ham soup followed by a roast beef sandwich. My husband had the picnic basket brimming with meaty treats (he said the beef was spot on) and my gougons in a brioche bun were delicious.The service was excellent (we were given a quiet table at the back of the pub when we arrived) and there was a nice atmosphere. It was quite busy for a mid-week lunchtime, so the staff must be doing something right.

The Royal Oak is a pub/restaurant in the village of Andoversford, just outside Cheltenham. We looked at its menu online, and it sounded OK but not particularly unusual. We noted though that the additional 'specials' were recommended, so thought we'd call in, have a drink and look at that week's offerings.So glad we did! There were several really interesting main courses.We sat in the lower half of the restaurant section (there is an upstairs) which on a weeknight we had to ourselves. It's a pleasant space. Service is good too - very attentive and showing a real (and justified) pride in the food.We both began with the gin-cured trout, from the regular menu as there were no starters on the specials list. It was fantastic, with lots of delicately cured trout - and amazing value too.The duck breast was a 'special' and was indeed special. It was perfectly cooked, with a spice coating, and came with sweet potato, heritage carrots and a port and prune jus. Of course, we didn't need a pudding. But home made ice cream was suggested.... In fact all desserts are home made, we were told. The vanilla, salted caramel and hazelnut ice creams were really delicious. Not needed but certainly enjoyed!This is really good cooking, imaginative and accomplished. And at a reasonable price too. Do call in and see what the latest delights might be!

After zooming past The Royal Oak so many times in the past in a hurry to get home, I decided to take the time to go back out there for lunch today. The menu offered a selection which should please most people and I'll hazard a guess from the way it was presented that it changes quite often.We had chicken in a basket which was very nicely presented in a 'deep-frying' type metal basket. The chicken was perfectly cooked through, lovely and moist and with crispy skin (mmm!), and was jointed into three pieces which made it much easier to handle. The chips were nice and crispy and there was an ample green salad with spicy cole slaw.Oh, and top marks for the linen napkin!

My party of four visited with high expectations after reading the website and trip advisor reviews. We ordered steaks, crab risotto and a teriyaki pork burger. The steaks were satisfactory. The risotto showed nor tasted any evidence of crab. The. Pork burger was served with a stir fry vegetable and noodle salad. The burger was raw in the middle and the noodle salad could not have been freshly prepared (it was sloppy and colourless). Having expressed our disappointment to the waitress quietly and politely, our meals were taken away. No member of staff approached us again. We asked for the bill, paid, and left, without any further comment from the staff. Was it significant that there was a sign outside saying "Chef Required"?

Great steak and ale pie. Ox cheek was great too. Ample park. Great outdoor patio area too. Service excellent. To large a portion for me and could be presented better.Chunky chips please, not packet French fries. Your food is great but chips don't match the home made touch.

Good beer, good food, good service, good prices-what is there not to like?A pub transformed from a few years ago

This is a family-run local that has been significantly improved over the past year or so. It is pleasantly located and has a warm welcome. It seems to have a good local clientele as well as providing excellent hospitality for visitors from further afar.The menu caters not only for serious diners, but also for anyone who just wants a light meal. The food is imaginative without going over the top, very well prepared and beautifully served. A starter of heritage tomatoes, mozzarella, leaves and homemade salad cream was delicious and plentiful, as was the homemade duck liver pate with cheese scones and special chutney. Mains were equally good. Prices are fair.This pub deserves to be a great success in its new incarnation.

Arranged to meet friends here for lunch, so glad we did, we were made very welcome in this fabulous pub, the Sunday lunch was fantastic, excellent value & extremely well presented. It has a lovely cosy atmosphere & a fabulous modern menu as well As the more traditional pub food, it seems well used by locals & is dog friendly. The young chef with the support of his family are doing a cracking job & appear to be making improvements, we would certainly recommend giving this pub with its relaxed friendly atmosphere a try.

Stopped here to eat a very luverly meal. Fully satisfied with service. Very friendly including the locals. Not a cross word or expletive between anyone.Loverly.A nice meal too.

The treat ..... my main course, a bowl of muscles in a delicious creamy sauce with small pieces of garlic, Moules mariniere. Perfectly cooked with a roll of excellent bread. Lovely old pub, but menu absolutely up to date with good choices in both starters and main as well as deserts Relaxed and cheerful atmosphere, thoroughly worth a visit.

Wife's birthday, had a bad experience in a neighbouring village pub for our birthday meal ( no food) so headed here unannounced. Lovely waitress, very welcoming, food, couldn't fault it. Very happy indeed. More to the point, a happy birthday girl. Well recommended.

What a find!Food was excellent, staff helpful and welcoming. We sampled from the main menu and the specials board. A great evening

We live in Northleach, about 6 miles away, and frequently visit for a wonderful real ale, glass of wine, and game of pool. Always a friendly welcome, and always seems to be improvements ongoing (outside area just superbly re-laid in time for Spring/Summer). We booked for 5 Christmas Day lunches, but on the morning had to amend that to 4 due to illness; this was accepted without complaint. It was the BEST Christmas lunch any of us had ever had. The food was perfectly cooked and presented, and there was more than enough of it; when we informed the staff that we could not eat our cheese course due to being full up, it was delivered to us in a box to take home ''because you have paid for it, so you should have it''. Absolutely faultless in every regard. Highly recommended.

What a treat. Having been let down by another establishment we enquired about a last minute booking for a party of 12 for Sunday lunch. The Oak were very accommodating and despite the size of our party the service was excellent as was the food. Lovely roast potatoes, meat and veg (but beware of the horseradish- its HOT!). Good, well kept ale and an open fire. What more do you need? Thanks for saving the day!

Often reading reviews you find there are mixed messages, but you can only judge by what you experience and ours today was very good. You should book if you want to be seated in the restaurant area, just to avoid disappointment, but I'm sure there were places in the bar if you don't. We ordered 3 roasts (pork and lamb) and couldn't believe the size of the pork loin that came our way. The crackling was delicious and crispy on both and, as one of the party said as the empty plates went away: you know it's good when you don't have to add any seasoning!

FIVE ADULTS,AND FOUR CHILDREN RANGING FROM 4-12 yrs,HAD A LOVELY RELAXED MEAL.All beautifully cooked and presented .Nicely laid tables, with large white linen napkins,and very trendy serving dishes and plates.Warm and welcomingWould highly recommend

I went with a group of friends to the Royal Oak on a very chilly Saturday. It does look better inside than the last time I visited and has a nice real fire adding to the welcome. However, we were upstairs which is a rather starkly decorated but no matter. The menu is quite extensive with everything from Soup to Burgers. Being cold I thought that a nice warming bowl of chowder would be just the ticket. Unfortunately for me this appeared to be just the cooking liquor that the haddock was poached in, bizarrely served in a just with a cold bowl containing 1 new potato cut in half and a very small square of haddock. I was, to say the least, disappointed. A chowder, to my mind, should be creamy and smooth, not watery. It was pretty tasteless and without body. Served with a hunk of granary bread (no butter was offered which was a shame). I will say that I must have been unlucky as my fellow diners all seemed to enjoy their meal. I think that perhaps the kitchen has tried a little too hard on this occasion to "up" their game and it failed, personally I don't want my soup in a jug with a cold bowl and I expect it to be thicker than milk. On to dessert - a triumph, a delicious sticky toffee pudding, you can't go wrong with a decent pud.They also house a decent selection of beers and ciders - plenty of choice for everyone

Visited late Sunday afternoon, found a friendly welcome, great food at reasonable prices and a lovely atmosphere. There was a mixture of people having a quiet drink, a bite to eat, a game of pool or darts... it was a refreshing change to find a friendly, proper pub that happens to do very good food, but is welcoming to all (vs another gastro-pub). Prices were reasonable and food excellent. Will definitely go back. Easy to find, just off A40. We highly recommend it.

The Royal Oak is just off the A40 a few miles before Cheltenham on the A40 from Oxford. We dropped in having seen the sign on the A40. We were late but they still were able to sort a light lunch. Excellent food and a place to remember.

We were travelling through and decided to stop here for a light lunch. We loved the open sandwiches, they were fresh and delicious. So glad we waited for this and didn't have lunch at the motorway services.

I must tell everyone about our excellent lunch st the Royal Oak last Sunday 19th September. There were 8 of us and we all said how lovely the food, service, and welcome we received were. Nothing was too much trouble and the pork belly was especially good. We would recommend it to anyone!

arrived too late for the full lunch menu but were happy to keep the kitchen open for us to grab a decent doorstep open sandwich etc.

We stopped here on the way back to wales from Oxford, driving and using Trip advisor to locate somewhere nearby. We expected to find a cosy old pub with traditional food! How wrong could we be? It was certainly old - 17C but it was superbly fitted out and welcoming from our entrance. We had not booked and walked in at 7ish on a Friday night. We were welcomed and fitted into the evenings service. It was a quirky old fashion layout that befitted the era but the service was definitely al a Carte. We could only have mains as the tables were booked for 8.15 but it was worth it. We all had totally different food, belly port, rack of lamb chops, fish and chips and the speciality steak and ale pie. Everything had really unusual things with them, red cabbage with the pie, lemon may dressing for the haddock, kale with the lamb. The portions were filling and all cooked and served to perfection. Really nice professional staff waiting tables. cost £66 for four meals 2 pints a bottle of water and 2 soft pints. We could have stayed for desserts which did look really nice but we were all full!

This is the second time we've eaten at The Royal Oak. The first time was a beautiful sunny Saturday afternoon, so we sat outside in the courtyard with the dog in tow. Both of us ordered burgers (one chicken and one beef). They were delicious and the home made chips and mayonnaise really were something else. I could have eaten unlimited amounts them! After such an amazing experience first time round, we then opted in for Sunday lunch on our next visit. Well it didn't disappoint. The pork belly was served with perfect crackling and this delicious apple purée, the beef just melted as you ate it. Both were served with great presentation and all the veg you could possible want. As the mains were so good we couldn't help ourselves but order a pudding! (Or two!) Both the eaton mess and the cheese board didn't disappoint. My favourite thing about this place is how understated it is. The staff are so welcoming, both to humans and dogs, the food is so reasonably priced for the quality you get and the drinks keep flowing. If you're looking for a new favourite place to eat, I highly recommend The Royal Oak.

Family outing to this lovely family run 17th century pub and what a surprise. Excellent food and very welcoming staff. They were so helpful as we had a young baby and nothing was too much trouble. The steak and ale pie was amazing and the lamb cutlets with braised lamb, kale and sauté potatoes, a very high culinary standard. Worth a visit!

We stumbled upon this gem by chance and so glad we did. The food was fantastic and the atmosphere was great. The bar lady ensured we had everything we needed, great service. I would recommend trying one of the pies!

Following my research on Trip Adviser for a place to meet relatives from both ends of the country for lunch it proved to be an excellent choice.A warm welcome from staff, excellent food and a good range of beers. We will meet here again soon.

Great atmosphere, excellent locally sourced food and drink, beers and cider. I will defintely go again when I am in Cheltenham.

Following a very positive conversation over the phone regarding gluten free meals, our visit lived up to expectation. The service was second to none, all the staff were friendly and knowledgeable about the food and history of the lovely former coaching inn. The welcome at the bar was warm and friendly. After pursing the menu, our choices were 2 huge homemade burgers, freshly made cheese and onion pie with minted new potatoes and a wonderful pork belly with pig's cheeks. We decided on the braised red cabbage as an extra as it sounded irrisistable! All four meals were of exceptional flavour and portion size. We will definitely be returning for more of the same, highly recommend!!

We visited here completely unexpectedly as we were all hungry and needed to eat. This is one of the best local finds I've had. It's a great cross between a traditional country pub and a fashionable country eatery. The food was excellent! Very well presented and full of flavoursome goodness, we experienced 3 courses and each one was great. I would strongly recommend this place to everybody!Oh...fantastic service too.

Having not been to The Royal Oak since it changed hands, we thought we'd pop in. The decor is lovely, quite modern yet cosy, and the staff are very friendly. We enjoyed our sandwiches and couple of drinks, which we thought were very good value. The menu looked interesting and varied, so we'll definitely be back.

Having already eaten at the Royal Oak at lunchtime, we brought some friends with us for dinner on a Saturday night. It was fairly quiet, probably due to the fact that England were playing Russia. However the menu is a good mix of pub classics and more cheffy dishes something for everyone. All the dishes that were ordered were well presented and very tasty together with the excellent and friendly service this is a must visit for diners looking for great food and service at sensible prices. Please don't take my word for it give it a try, you won't be disappointed. We will be back.

Four of us had Saturday dinner here. The menu was a touch above the standard pub fare but not quite the fancy gastropub so prevalent in Gloucestershire. Excellent smoked salmon starter, beef and guiness pie with red cabbage and chips and capuccino mousse for dessert. The service was prompt and friendly, the surroundings were pleasant and all in all a very good place for meal out friends..

Visited for lunch on a sunny day, so having ordered our food and drinks at the bar went and sat outside. The food duly arrived and was well presented, both the burger and chicken and halloumi with accompaniments were delicious. The staff were very friendly (the owners I believe), so we booked to come back and try the evening menu with some friends in June, can't wait to come back. Thank you for an enjoyable lunch.

A warm welcome. Guest beers. Good food, well prepared with a few original flourishes. Friendly easy going atmosphere.

I have been visiting the Royal Oak for 30 years. Landlords have come and gone, and more recently things had gone a little down hill.I was pleased to be invited by a local recently that said all is now well and they are back in business serving the super traditional pub grub I so yearned for,A wonderful evening dinner was had, though a little more gastro pub than traditional pub grub. Never the less, great service, and excellent food at a reasonable price.

Out walking in Boxing Day and called in for delicious home made soup lunch.This was way above expectations, in both taste and presentation. Friendly service definitely will be back next time are racing at Cheltenham or in the area

Wanted a local pub and to get out of Cheltenham, just five minutes from us and very pleased with the result. New family have refurbished and I think they'll do really well. Not a pub chain so that's a relief. We only had a steak each and trimmings but it was very good (some pub steaks are not as you expect but a really good quality rump and perfectly cooked). The menu looked good so we will be back I'm sure. Winter time so log fire was lovely. Lots of locals gave it atmosphere too. Good luck to the new owners.

Recently reopened the Royal Oak is now a great pub with excellent freshly prepared food. The Sunday roast is particularly good. Highly recommended. Happy local!