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Based on 136 opinions finded in 2 websites

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Nº 46 in 541 in Cherwell

Nº 9 of 86 Other cuisines in Cherwell

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We were a table of four friends having Saturday lunch 3 courses. It was unbelievably good value for the quality of food. We got amuse bouches aswell as amazing bread and butters. Wine was well priced, service was impeccable and the food, amazing. Cod croquette on a spicy pepper sauce with taramasalata- delicious. A ribeye that cut like butter and melted in my mouth and a burnt vanilla coconut and mango dessert. To top it all a card, candle and fudge for my wife’s birthday. Top notch food, attention to detail, welcoming staff, faultless service and easy parking. Just watch your head on the glitterball if you’re over 6ft!

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582johntch . 2024-04-06

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My husband, 10 month old baby and I had lunch here today and couldn’t recommend it more. It’s probably (almost definitely) too nice for a baby but the staff made us feel so incredibly welcome and catered for us (they do have high chairs and portable change table). On top of the excellent and warm service the food was 5 star. What a wonderful place!

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Liz Christopher . 2024-03-29

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Highly accomplished cooking. On a par with some of the very best restaurants in the country (and at reasonable prices). Deserves to be busier but no doubt that will change once Mr Michelin pays a visit and grants them the star which will inevitably come their way.

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Nick S . 2024-03-22

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Amazing food in a beautiful setting. Classy yet relaxed, with great service. The food was delicious, brilliantly balanced flavours, that went beautifully with the wine pairings. With a menu that changes regularly we’ll be back very soon. I am certain it won’t be long before it is awarded a Michelin star.

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vanessabE2584CX . 2024-03-17

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What an amazing food experience! I haven’t had such a great dining experience in ages. All the meals were so special in terms of texture and flavours, all were done absolutely amazing and it’s very hard to choose one that stood out the most. The tasting menu is just pure perfection. I highly recommend the wine tasting with it as well. The staff were very friendly and excited to tell us about the food as well. I was shocked by how amazing the food was, especially that it’s a place in the middle of the village. Deserves a Michelin star without a shadow of a doubt

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Love Ozil . 2024-03-16

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Absolutely exquisite food at decent prices. The chef cooks everything with a light touch but with bags of flavour. The menu (two courses) came with beautiful amuse bouches, and everything was a delight. The service was relaxed rather than formal (perfect for us) and the staff were very friendly and helpful. We will definitely be back

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Peter Meherne . 2024-03-09

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My first thought was ‘if the food is as good as the decor we’re in for a treat’. And boy, was it a treat! The food was as good or better than we have had anywhere else, certainly on a par with any Michelin star restaurant. A small but perfectly formed menu with delicious flavours and inventive twists. The service was impeccable and friendly which made for a relaxing long lunch. And talking of decor…the most fabulous loos I have ever seen….I want a pink glitter ball in mine please!

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Thyrsis67 . 2024-02-29

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I am lost for words, I have been lucky to have eaten in many high end so called Michelin stared restaurants, but this place is off the scale. Paul and his team not only change the menu monthly, but the standard is incredible and such good value for money, the staff are incredible they talk you through each course in a relaxed manor, it’s a taste sensation my friends who introduced us Dave and Suz, what a wonderful evening, can’t wait to come back and sample another experience 🙏

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davidhD4690NR . 2024-02-23

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A warm and relaxed welcome greets you as you enter and visually you are met by the kitchen pass with assorted chefs going about their business. The warm and personable service continues as you go through a series of rooms that lead to the main dining room and attractive bar. The lunch menu was short but varied and revealed an inventive use of ingredients. The dishes were beautifully presented and the balance of textures and flavours was well judged. On the day we did experience slow service from the kitchen. The restaurant was busy, but the slowness did not effect the quality of the food nor the pleasantness of the front of house staff.

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James Dunne . 2024-02-20

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We have just got back from our first experience at the cygnet restaurant, and all we can say is wow. The staff at the restaurant went above and beyond to make us feel so comfortable, the matradee was so accommodating and made us feel like we were the only ones there. We would like to give a special shout out to our waitress Diana, she is an absolute credit to this establishment, now moving on to the food, I have never in my life tasted food so full of flavour and so beautifully crafted. If I could give more than 5 stars I would. We will definitely be going back and would fully recommend to anyone.

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Jenny Clarke . 2024-02-16

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Wonderful fine dining experience and excellent service! Both the waiter and mixologist explained the origins and ingredients of the dishes and drinks in detail, which was a lovely touch. We will definitely be back.

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Rachel . 2024-02-09

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Had an absolutely delightful meal here last weekend. The food was superb, the wine pairing on the whole was very good and the staff are lovely. We can't wait to come back!

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Lucy Pierpoint . 2024-02-02

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We went for a date night dinner and had an amazing evening. If this place does not have a star in the next 12 months, the reviewer should move to tyre department of the company :). Delicious food, great wine pairings, incredibly friendly staff and the best cheese dish I have had in any of the 1 - 3 star restaurants I have been lucky enough to visit around the globe. And I live 10 miles away! A hidden gem, you will not be disappointed. BTW, I have written 3 reviews ever in my life - these guys deserve the praise and will be seeing me many times again. Enjoy!

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G544NUbobp . 2024-02-01

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Beautiful venue. And well presented, high quality food

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Marek Izmajlowicz . 2024-01-28

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Great food delicious Amazing service

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Antonio Montes . 2024-01-26

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Four of us came to celebrate a friend's 60th birthday. on entering, we were greeted warmly and were able to see the busy kitchen which was spotless. We enjoyed a pre lunch drink in the lounge bar. All the staff were very friendly and efficient. After making our selections the flavour of our 3 course lunch were both innovative, filling and delicious, enjoyed in a comfortable setting with a lovely ambience. I would highly recommend this little gem.

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suet518 . 2024-01-21

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Very lucky to have a chef like Paul Welburn and a restaurant like The Cygnet (at the Swan Inn) pretty much on our doorstep. First ate here at the beginning of 2023 and then finished the year with a great tasting menu on New Year’s Eve. All aspects of the evening were terrific. There’s no rush and time to relax with drink in the front bar before going through to the dining room to eat. The whole menu was fantastic and the high point for me was the sirloin and the short rib. Great skills on display and beautifully tasting food. The dining room has a nice atmosphere at the service is fantastic. The staff at The Cygnet are friendly and clearly know their stuff. Would definitely recommend anyone to come here and feel very fortunate to have something this good so close to home.

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Kendor100 . 2024-01-12

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Absolutely Marvelous, the food, the service, and some delightful art on the walls. We dined here for my partners birthday, with a 8month old baby and we could not have felt more welcomed. It was the evening of 29th December, so the restaurant was still looking festive with a 10ft Xmas tree dressed in white bright lights, and icicles hanging from the charming oak beams. The food was fantastic from beginning to end, my standout dish was the pork neck with, kohlrabi carbonate, the pork was melt in the mouth, a slight pickle on the kohlrabi to cut through the creaminess of the sauce, topped with what I believe to be parmesan. Let me also not forget to mention the drinks, a glass of the red, cotes du rhone, full bodied and well balanced on the palette, and we couldn't resist ordering a gingerbread old fashioned to share as I was driving. Overall an amazing evening, and I would definitely recommend.

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Quincy Jones . 2023-12-31

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Superb gourmet food, good atmosphere in a nice old English village. Worth a detour from Oxford or Bicester outlets if you want fine dining.

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John Cullen . 2023-12-30

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Amazing food and cocktails. Great service. All the staff including the chefs were so nice and made my brothers birthday great!

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Lottie_attfield . 2023-12-15

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One of the best restaurant. The food and service,I never have it before

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Diana Stefan . 2023-12-04

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Absolutely delighted with my 5-star restaurant experience! From the impeccable service to the exquisite dishes, every moment was a culinary delight. The attention to detail and ambiance created a truly memorable dining experience. Highly recommend for those seeking a gastronomic journey worth savoring

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Dip Powar . 2023-11-25

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Had a fantastic dinner here, the food was some of the best I have eaten in a long time (especially the version). Amazing flavours and dishes for a good price. My only criticism is the interior design - it needs a good refresh, feels tacky/cheap and brings the service and food down! If this was improved it would be the top restaurant in Oxfordshire without doubt.

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Antonia Curtis . 2023-11-24

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The Swan has reinvented itself with a total refurbishment and is headed by Paul Welburn who was awarded a Michelin star at The Oxford Kitchen and has been awarded 3 AA Rosettes at the AA Awards 2023. You enter the reception with a full view of the working kitchen and are very warmly welcomed and shown to the lounge area for pre-dinner drinks. The range of cocktails must be tried as they are very special. The menu is set and split into left and right of the page. Left being for omnivores and the right for vegetarians but you can also switch from side to side which is exciting. They have an extensive wine list but we chose the matched flights of wines which turned out to be just perfect - many top class restaurants who offer matched wines are not very good at doing it but The swan excels in excellent choices. The four course, but really five with the superb canapés, is truly mouth-wateringly lovely. Every ingredient prepared with love and presented with style and elegance. I have never in my life eaten Venison sourced, prepared, cooked and presented in such an amazing way with a jus to die for. I thoroughly recommend booking a table and enjoying the excellent cuisine on offer here - you will not be disappointed.

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ChefCliveM . 2023-11-11

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This was an excellent lunch - definitely one of the best restaurants in the Oxford area on the basis of this meal. It was fairly priced too (certainly by London standards...). I had lamb - both rump and belly with confit potatoes. Impeccably cooked with an excellent jus. My companion had risotto - again v good. Attentive service. Nice glass of house wine. Made an overcast November day v pleasant.

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Jonathan G . 2023-11-08

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Exquisite food, friendly service and great drinks. Quintessentially English countryside restaurant but with upgraded food, some spectacular cocktails and finely tunes wine list.

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Dimitar Petrov . 2023-11-07

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Went for dinner 4-course set menu to celebrate our anniversary. Everything was absolutely delicious and the service was brilliant. Already recommended to friends/colleagues and will definitely be back!

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Richard Holt . 2023-10-30

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We had a fantastic night at The Swan celebrating my mother in laws birthday. From the moment I walked through the door, nothing was too much trouble. Our cocktails were delicious, the serving staff were amazing at all times. Once we sat down to eat every dish came with a clear description and the wine pairing was explained perfectly. Compliments to the chefs for the lovely sample menu. Although it may be strange to mention, the plates and cutlery were particularly nice and I look forward to visiting again. Thank you to team Swan/Cygnet.

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Ben Holder . 2023-10-29

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Wild Game Night A stunning display of faultless cooking. Also thanks to the whole team for their care and attention to detail (from coats to drinks to service) - impeccable service throughout without any stiff formality.

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Storme Truscott . 2023-10-27

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It's been a while since we "fine dined". We'd planned this visit with some friends who live locally to the restaurant and who had dined there recently. Our friends are experienced "diners" and when they said that they were seriously impressed with The Cygnet that was good enough for us. The set menu was a triumph and in our view, super value for money, given the quality and what we had served to us in addition to the four courses, not to mention the fabulous service! We can't wait to go again. Thank you Team Cygnet!

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Alan W . 2023-10-25

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Simply first class from the moment you walk in and see smiling employees greeting you. Wonderful cocktails that are hard to find in restaurants and, of course, a Michelin star menu. Each dish was better than the last, and the professional service was rare these days. Many thanks to all for a wonderful evening. Paul, Oxana, Tomak, Manu, Guiliano and the rest of the team, you are the best. Without you, this place wouldn't be the same. I can't wait for the new menu. See you soon

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jasonnT6284ZJ . 2023-10-24

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Incredible, from start to finish. Food, Service and overall experience was exceptional. Couldn’t fault it one bit and will definitely be returning in the future.

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ryanmck04 . 2023-10-14

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Such great service, stunning food and really reasonable prices considering the standard. The staff are faultless and nothing is to much trouble; this is now on a very select list of places we return to for date night.

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Richard Cleasby . 2023-10-01

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Worth the visit from central London - incredible food & service! We recently visited the restaurant via train and were amazed by how scenic/convenient the entire journey was from both central London and Bicester Village. The restaurant is beautifully decorated, with the overall ambience and service far exceeding our expectations. We selected the tasting menu (with wine pairing) and really enjoyed the presentation of every single dish. We loved how there was a story behind each dish, with a unique combination of flavours! Eager to return during Christmas - I can’t even begin to imagine how beautiful the main dining room will look like given the high ceilings and decorative lights.

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Shankar Mistry . 2023-09-12

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Had a fantastic evening. Food was brilliant and wine pairing completed perfectly. Staff are friendly and helpful. Atmosphere is relaxed. Would highly recommend.

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andrewgr20162016 . 2023-09-07

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Visited the restaurant last week and had a selection of small bites, as well as a couple of cocktails. The food was incredible, the lamb fries were a particular favourite. The staff were friendly and informative, definitely looking to head back as the menu refreshes.

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Matt Robertson . 2023-09-06

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Great food, great service. Dining room interior design from one of Dante’s circles of hell! Food was excellent though!

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Josh Wood . 2023-09-01

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This was a lovely spot for my special birthday lunch. All the staff are very welcoming and smiley, which creates an immediately positive impression. Service was excellent, prompt and personal. The lunch menu is (rightly) quite limited, and everything we ordered was beautifully presented and very tasty. There is plenty of choice of wine by the glass which is welcome so you can wine/food match easily. The building is very attractive with flower tubs and wisteria against the soft stone. There is a good-sized car park opposite for customers so access is easy. I would definitely come again

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SueBOxford . 2023-09-01

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Sun shining on a flowery terrace in a pretty Oxfordshire village set the scene. A member of staff opening the door with a welcoming smile just before we reached it set us in a positive mood. Immediately seeing the chef in an ‘open’ kitchen also smiling instilled confidence. Our table in an attractive but unfussy dining area was well dressed with stylish cutlery and ceramic and all our immediate needs were catered for promptly and efficiently. Bread/whipped butters, cocktails and menus etc. The lunchtime menu is short with few choices but there are good and understandable reasons for that. We both chose confit of belly pork with spiced pineapple, smoked emulsion and mustard which was melt in the mouth. And then a roast stonebass with celeriac puree and mussels and apple and for me a heritage rib eye steak with ox cheek cake and blackberries and cauliflower - both perfectly cooked and the ideally sized portions for lunch. We chose a selection of wines by the glass to complement each dish. For afters we had a raspberry desert with cream cheese, hazelnut & tuile and a honey ice with curd and brown butter cake. All delicious. This was not an inexpensive meal but, for a 70th birthday special occasion, worth every penny. I hope that Paul and his team make a real ‘go‘ of this enterprise and receive many tip top accolades – he’s certainly doing all the right things!

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Susanna G . 2023-08-30

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I'm hoping that I was just here on an off night, as when we went during the soft start, we had what were essentially British tapas in the bar and they were stunning and inventive, and the proprietors were really keen to listen to feedback. We got the impression that this was going to be a very special place indeed. However, going back for dinner in the restaurant, I was pretty disappointed. The food is more style than substance, and the cheese course consisted essentially of a sort of lumpy porridge with a bunch of cheese melted into it. It was very interesting, but please don't offer it as "the cheese course". A selection of local cheeses (and there really are some excellent ones in the area) would have been much more welcome. I also felt that dining room was a bit souless, unlike the bar area which is lovely. I'm not giving up on them, but it didn't do as well as it should have, given the excellent reputation of the chef/owner (and the really quite excellent tapas they do in the bar).

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Andrew034 . 2023-08-26

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Exquisite dinner in the Swan's Inn. Following drinks in the cozy lounge area (I had the rhubard mocktail> amazing!) I went for the tasting menu, which was heavenly. Every course was exciting and delicious in its own way. Staff were friendly, attentive and knowledgable. The...

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jumatha . 2023-08-25

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Fantastic food at a fair price. Equally as good as the nearby Nut Tree Inn.

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Sam Lipworth . 2023-08-23

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First time eating at the Cygnet and we were not disappointed! Every dish we ate was incredible and I have to say the cocktails were some of the best I’ve ever tasted! The service was also exemplary. The only thing we found odd was the choice of decor in the dining room…the rest of the venue is really tastefully done, but found the dining room to be very underwhelming and didn’t seem fitting with the standard of the rest of the restaurant. Otherwise everything was 10/10

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Ciara Fuller . 2023-08-20

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Excellent food, wine and service. A Must.

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Kit Simmons . 2023-08-19

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I just wanted to say that the swan inn is superb and the waiters are so kind and friendly. The food is absolutely AMAZING, I definitely recommend it to anyone and I rate the whole restaurant a 100/100

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Dreamer08608696257 . 2023-08-12

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An amazing spot! We were taken care of from start to finish. From the beautifully mixed (and beautiful looking) cocktails in the lounge, to the staff's expert service and knowledge about the food and wine, we couldn't have asked for a better experience. The Cygnet restaurant itself is peaceful and cosy, yet full of atmosphere. Each course of the set menu was superb (although the Hake was particularly good!) and the wine flight plan to go with it was a perfect match. We couldn't recommend it more, definitely a gem worth discovering ✨️

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Claudia . 2023-08-07

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My boyfriend and I received the warmest welcome at The Swann Inn and were taken care of from start to finish. From the beautifully mixed (and beautiful looking) cocktails, to the staff's expert service and knowledge about the food and wine, we couldn't have asked...

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Claudia F . 2023-08-06

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An absolutely fabulous 4 course tasting menu (with additional little treats!). The chefs here are clearly passionate about showcasing superb ingredients. The bar and restaurant are so beautifully decorated and the waiting staff were extremely professional but also really friendly. Make sure you visit before...

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tyrannasaurusjess . 2023-07-31

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Wow this place is fantastic. The food and the service was exceptional. Each mouthful was a delight. Surely a Michelin star is waiting. Everybody must go and sample this food, especially while the prices are so very reasonable. We will definitely be back soon for...

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Lyn H . 2023-07-24

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Enjoyed a fantastic meal at the (fairly) recently refurbished White Swan. Both service, and food was what you'd expect from this Chef, and wider Team.....both were excellent. A decent Wine list, Cocktails were great too. Surely it won;t be long 'till they get their Star!

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Paul S . 2023-07-06

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Awesome low stress fine dining. The food was excellent and the staff are amazing. A brilliant night.

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David G . 2023-07-01

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Excellent meal. Lovely restaurant Good service

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Andrew McLean . 2023-06-30

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Incredible food and service, look forward to returning

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Ryan Williams . 2023-06-27

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I love, love, love this restaurant! Not only was the food and wine top notch—even if I had a little bit too much of the latter—but the service was brilliant. I felt like it was my local haunt on the first visit. Can't wait to go again with a larger party to show off this gem before it gets the inevitable star. ;)

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Cory Johnson . 2023-06-25

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WHAT A LUNCH! Absolutely mega!! Thank you everyone you smashed it!

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Owain Llwyd Jones . 2023-06-24

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Great service atmosphere and amazing food Birthday celebration

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Denise Hall . 2023-06-24

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Had a lovely lunch today with friends. We were looked after really well! Couldn't fault it! It's definitely worth a visit!

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danielcC2510SF . 2023-06-23

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We had a lovely evening here, which started the second that we arrived with the warm greeting we received, right through to the second we left for carriages. The food was outstanding and the wine pairing faultless. Definitely worthy of a Michelin star and leaves...

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YGV . 2023-06-10

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Tried the new Lunch Menu. Overall, it was slightly heavy for us. The duck egg appetiser needs to be mixed well with the pea sauce below or would be too creamy as the fried duck stick is also greasy. Trout was cooked well, though because the appetiser was greasy enough, I would not have gone through without the pickles and the shrimp, which gave the saltiness to the dish. The beef was slightly overcooked to my taste, though this is more preference based as my friend enjoyed it. The red sauce was too salty and would have liked to pour it myself instead of the waitress initially pouring it. The sautéed wild mushrooms were perfectly cooked. The restaurant itself is clean and well maintined.

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Amore Bernard . 2023-06-09

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Visited the recently opened Cygnet restaurant at the Swann Inn in Islip, Oxfordshire. Newly renovated this fine dining restaurant is headed by Chef Patron Paul Welburn, previously of the Michelin starred Oxford Kitchen in Summertown. There were hints of Oxford Kitchen in the four course...

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Kendor100 . 2023-05-27

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Excellent lunch, outstanding food, amazing flavours and textures. Attentive and friendly staff made my birthday treat a day to remember.

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james492018 . 2023-05-20

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Excellent food, ambiance and service. Would highly recommend. We had the tasting menu both vegetarian and meat options and they were incredible.

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Peter Yardley-Jones . 2023-05-12

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Very attentive service, excellent food and delicious wines made for a really great evening out with good friends.

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Matthew Hare . 2023-05-10

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Had a great meal with an interesting wine pairing. Would be happy to return any time.

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Kevin Sheppard . 2023-05-05

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Incredible food, well worth a special trip. Every course was superbly balanced across flavour, texture and quality. This menu cannot sit at £60 per head for much longer! Only suggestion would be to change the music - too loud and an 80's / 90's playlist was not really in keeping with the overall vibe.

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Peter Doherty . 2023-05-04

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Nice restaurant with lovely food. Service was good and they coped well with our large group of 20+.

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James Ruddick . 2023-05-01

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As there were no dinner slots available on our anniversary, we booked lunch time but were offered the dinner menu as well as lunch menu which was a nice touch. The resteraunt was full of appreciative diners and the waiting staff were exemplary and given...

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birdybird1963 . 2023-04-28

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Stunningly good all round. The welcome, drinks (particularly the spiced negroni cocktail!), food, service and value all way beyond expectations. So good that we are back next week for dinner and will recommend to absolutely anyone who will listen! As a local resident we have...

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VH999 . 2023-04-26

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The food was fantastic, we were really impressed. The choice was excellent and the service amazing. Islip is just outside Oxford and a lovely little village. We enjoyed our drive out there. We’ve booked to go again in May.

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holidayheaven32 . 2023-04-23

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Food was excellent but the atmosphere was not great. Does not feel like a pub but nor does it feel like a restaurant. The decor did not suit the setting. It is a 17th century pub and the outside of the building is fab but...

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Mary-Claire T . 2023-04-18

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Wow. Came to The Swan with good friends and we’re welcomed like old friends. Had cocktails to begin with. (Highly recommend the rhubarb martini) The went through for the meal. Gosh, just gosh. It was AMAZING. A taste sensation, I need to lean how to...

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Q3366CSsarahc . 2023-04-15

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Wonderful food on the set price (£60) menu. We went on a Saturday night and there was a good atmosphere. Wine was mainly expensive but had an excellent bottle of Italian red from Puglia for just over £32.

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asburr57 . 2023-04-11

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Had an amazing meal, the food was delicious and well presented. The staff were friendly and efficient. If you ate at The Oxford Kitchen previously, you won't be disappointed. Can't wait to go again.

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Traveler96692 . 2023-04-10

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Beautiful fine dining food and excellent value for money. Great decor and atmosphere and the service was exemplary! Will definitely go back.

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Happiness559029 . 2023-03-28

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What a gem! Beautiful fine dining food, excellent service and great atmosphere! Will definitely be back!

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Helen Morgan . 2023-03-28

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This is an anazing place - not to be missed. The food is incredible - you can see the chefs at work when you walk in the door. The staff are knowledgable and service is excellent. The tasting menu was absolutely delicious - as was...

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K3401PNjos . 2023-03-27

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An extremely enjoyable evening enjoying Michelin star food of a very high order. Staff were exemplary too. I sincerely hope it does well.

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BMOH . 2023-03-26

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The chef at The Swan Inn really understands his craft. The balance of flavours was brilliant. It was lovely to have such excellent food in a place that did not feel pretentious. The staff were warm and welcoming but also very efficient. I strongly recommend...

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Diana T . 2023-03-20

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There’s definitely an accomplished chef in the kitchen. Our starters, based on carrot and confit chicken respectively, were delicious. The main course of hake tried too hard and was more a bravura performance than a satisfying plate of food. The cherry dessert (crème brûlée, cherry...

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raiab2018 . 2023-03-18

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We visited with 2 friends and were all blown away by the quality of the food and the friendly service. We all had the same menu and the 2 non-drivers had the wine accompaniment which they loved. All 4 courses were lovely but we particularly...

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davidwB3906TA . 2023-03-18

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Great hospitality, friendly staff and delicious food.

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Harps Kaur . 2023-03-15

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Every detail of our visit was fantastic - the welcome on arrival, the staff at the table, the exquisite courses, the wine recommendations and the terrific atmosphere in the room. I encourage everyone who is looking for somewhere to go for a special meal to...

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outofyourelement . 2023-03-09

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Excellent meal and lovely environment. Will be back.

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Martin Mellors . 2023-03-04

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Visited for a weekday lunch. What a treat! Food was delicious and beautiful presented. We found the serving staff friendly and welcoming. Highly recommend for a lovely, relaxed meal. Looking forward to returning to sample the dinner (and drinks!) menus

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A L . 2023-02-27

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Visiting the recently opened Swan at Islip with friends we had a fantastic evening of the highest standard of food, complemented by a fabulous cocktail list and extensive wine offering. Each dish packed a punch of individual flavours and left its mark. The service was...

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alisons17 . 2023-02-27

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Now I've eaten Mr Welburn & Co food a couple of times in Oxford! And having heard and seen that Welburn & Co have moved to a new establishment! It was time for a visit! With family in hand and a not so bad simple...

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AaronAPerry . 2023-02-17

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Lovingly prepared high end food. From the delicious bite sized appetisers to the dreamy rhubarb and ginger sponge dessert, our taste buds were tickled and delighted. Opting for the “wine flight” we were impressed by the food and wine pairings. Attractive tableware, friendly and attentive...

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X8739GFsarah . 2023-02-17

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Fabulous food fabulous service every one was so friendly wish them every success for the future would highly recommend a visit

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lcampbell250 . 2023-02-16

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Returned here last weekend, having left the previous review (below) before the full restaurant opened. This time, we were treated to 4 courses of culinary delight £60 (plus a generous selection of pre-starters) and chose the accompanying wine flight £40 both of which felt worth every penny. It was actually a refreshing change for it "just" to be described as a 4-course menu rather than the over-used "tasting menu" and each course was packed with flavour. Service was professional, friendly and efficient and the sommelier presented each generous glass of accompanying wine as would be expected. I would expect word to travel fast about this place and if this standard is maintained it would deserve a Michelin star soon. PREVIOUS REVIEW We booked at table just the day before after finding out that this has recently opened with Paul Welburn at the helm in the kitchen (previously of the Oxford Kitchen, Summertown). The restaurant opens with it's full menu next week so when we arrived they were serving a choice of small plates in the front of the Swan which will likely become a bar/hosting area when the restaurant area is opened at the rear. Were we sat you could also observe the open kitchen and the chefs finalising the dishes at the pass. We were warmly greeted upon arrival, and the service was professional, courteous and friendly throughout; dishes were well presented and explained. On to the food, it was a delight with every dish we tried pleasing to eye and then equally a treat when tasted. We had country bread with whipped butter, whipped cod roe, sesame prawn toasts, ox cheek, crisps pigs, mushroom risotto, cured trout then finished with the salted caramel tart and coffee. All of it was amazing but the star for us was the risotto which was sumptuous - we've travelled extensively in Italy but this was something special. Definitely heading back there again after next week to try out the full menu!

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Graham Keeble . 2023-02-15

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I really hope a Michelin star wings its way to this fantastic place as soon as possible. Food exceptional, excellent wine and outstanding service. You guys have nailed it.

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hwoolly . 2023-02-12

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What a successful make over! We had a really lovely evening. The food was excellent and service very efficient. Lovely!

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Myfoood . 2023-02-10

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A really good dinner, a nice warm welcome, great evening menu, mixed with interesting bar snacks and friendly waiters all made for a really good evening, will be returning.

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R2957BZdominicb . 2023-02-06

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I visited the Swan for an anniversary lunch and really enjoyed the experience. The food was interesting and absolutely delicious and I enjoyed a lovely cocktail and glass of wine too. The staff were very attentive and friendly, it was a real treat.

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Jembles . 2023-02-02

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This is a gem of a restaurant, in a quaint little village just north of Oxford. The tasting menu at The Cygnet restaurant is a combination of amazing flavours and textures, every dish beautifully presented. It’s also a very friendly and relaxed atmosphere, where you...

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DrMKCJB . 2023-01-28

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Fabulous meal - one of the best ever - absolutely memorable. The flavours we're amazing and the presentation was beautiful. Can't recommend highly enough.

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lizeyoxford . 2023-01-20

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Islip's new restaurant has a warm, friendly ambience with first rate service. The food was perfect with amazing flavours and texture, equal to the numerous Michelin starred restaurants at which I have dined, and superior to many. I can highly recommend it.

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michaelgD6065BM . 2023-01-18

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We were lucky enough to get a table on the opening night of The Cygnet and wow - we were totally blown away. The tasting menu was delicious, well-balanced and generous. Having been to many incredible restaurants and lucky enough to experience multiple tasting menus, I have to say The Cygnet is up there with the best. Super welcoming, unpretentious and just really really good, quality cooking. Thank you - can't wait to come back.

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Alice Pearson . 2023-01-05

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Eating here is such an experience and offers complete, ultimate comfort, every element of the experience has been perfectly thought out. The service was incredible, every member of staff knew what we needed and our preferences at all times, one member of staff even noticed I had put my blazer back on so turned up the radiator (everyone was incredibly thoughtful). The food itself was delightful, we had the set menu, but the chefs kindly worked around our avoidance of red meats. I have never had such tender, melt in your mouth meat & fish before. The ideal place for a special celebration or a treat to yourself. This is dining and service that you can’t forget… Thank you all at the Swann Inn for giving us such a special and sophisticated New Year’s Eve, my standards are now awfully high after visiting your restaurant 🎁

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Imogen Hillis . 2023-01-01

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We had a lovely time here - our first visit. The food (a series of small plates) was beautiful, so much care and attention taken to make each dish absolutely stunning. It was a shame to eat them, but glad we did :the food tasted...

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178theresan . 2022-12-30

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The Swan has metamorphosed from a country pub to a very impressive restaurant. A four course menu, each one exquisite an balance of flavours and presentation., coupled with a remarkable English champagne. Congratulations team!

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Vicks007007 . 2022-12-28

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