The Turf Tavern in Oxford

Crispy light batter and flaky meat inside. Best with malt vinegar. Perfect for a cold and slow Sunday lunch in Oxford.

Loved the secrecy experience to go to the restaurant

Just had drinks, very cute little pub that opens up to multiple dining rooms and plenty of beer gardens. Possibly the best Greene King I've been to and had a range of non-GK pints, including a Scottish Heavy which was tasty

great experience tonight at the turf. Food and drinks were great, and pub looks amazing. Definitely worth a visit when in Oxford

Beautiful hidden gem in Oxford. Don't miss this place! Staff and food absolutely 5 star!

A fantastic pub steeped in history. An extremely busy and well run establishment. Great food and drinks.would definitely return

Paul the landlord couldn't of done more to make us feel welcome. Thank you

Amazing Pub! Best location in Oxford! A hidden gem ;) Thank you!

Great atmosphere & lovely pub. It's quite tight and cozy but that adds to the charm. Food was good and they had enough vegetarian/ vegan options.

great food, friendly and attentive staff. would definitely recommend!

lovely menu and great, speedy service :))

I do like the idea of being in the same pub as many of the famous and infamous before me. The staff are, I expect, students. All polite, well spoken, and great workers. The prices are what you'd expect in an affluent city. We enjoyed our food and drink.

A very charming and unique old pub with a cosy and lively atmosphere and good food including vegan options

Lovely pub, amazing atmosphere and great service!! :))

Superb place, atypical. Very helpful staff.

I love the turf tavern, beautiful garden. Yummyy :)

Absolutely stunning pub in the summer. Racclete pie is to die for.

Amazing atmosphere, lovely food , a very friendly stuff. Is definitely a place where you want to go. The mussels were amazing

Once wonderful pub with huge outdoor yard, now decimated for the gastro pub Market by Greedy King...

Grace was great thought the whole evening. Nothing was too much of a hassle and she really made me and my partners week night out even better

It was a good experience. I had the fish and chips, it was okay.

Amazing mulled wine and brought our dog out a water bowl and biscuits!! Amazing little pub!

Very quaint, delicious food, delicious beer, nice service.

Surprisingly good gluten free burger. The meat was delicious and the bread was really good. My only “but” was that the bread was cold. Regardless, it was really nice burger with a jacked potato. They have a special gluten free menu available (although it may be cross contamination in the kitchen)

Very friendly staff, great every time we visit :)

Great atmosphere and cosy environment! Unfortunately, it was disappointing to witness the male manager being quite rude. There was an instance where a lovely waitress was being friendly and welcoming while collecting glasses, and he came over and snapped at her to 'get back to work.' I've noticed similar behaviour towards other staff members as well, which was disheartening. Otherwise, it’s a fantastic place, and I’d still recommend it!

Great place for a meal and a good variety of beverages.....

Amazing atmosphere and great choice of beers.

Lovely food here, staff were very helpful 😁

I think the most interesting thing about this famous/old bar in Oxford is the space. Although it is only walking distance from several landmarks in Oxford, you have to go through small and winding alleys before you reach this place, which is located in a bunch of relatively tall buildings. The old bar in a small circle in the middle seems to be a little secret place in Oxford. The sharp contrast with the surrounding buildings also makes the Turf Tavern venue feel a bit "enclave", and this feeling is consistent with the name of the store and the Some of the legends about its past history are echoed. The dining space of Turf Tavern is no less charming. From the outside, it does not seem to occupy a large area, but when you move inside or between them, it feels quite big. This is mainly due to the differences in the structural styles of the several dining areas. There are outdoor garden seats, and the inner area also has rooms surrounded by stone walls and rooms with walls made of other materials, etc. And there are even basements, making some corners inside feel like a secret realm within a secret realm, which is a kind of adventure for people. Or a place to explore. However, although the structural styles of the several dining areas inside are different, they all have antique, textured, or stylish objects, especially some of the hanging paintings that are quite admirable. Overall, I quite like Turf Tavern's stylish but comfortable and friendly dining environment. For the meal, I casually ordered the hack & ragout from the less "heavy" classic pub dish. The fish itself was very fresh and the stewed white kidney beans mixed with romesco was not overly seasoned. The overall taste was refreshing and small. Beyond my original expectations, I believe Turf Tavern’s other classics will also be delicious. recommend

A charming place to say the least, kind and attentive staff, excellent traditional food. Absolutely worth trying

Great service and amazing food, we really liked the specials. The one as very busy but we had a seat outside with heaters and that was perfect. The atmosphere was great too. Would definitely come back.

Been here for drinks on quite a few occasions and love the venue. First time we have eaten here though and sadly, not great....maybe just a bad day?

A hidden gem in the heart of Oxford! Stepping into Turf Tavern feels like stepping back in time, with walls dating back to the 13th century. The atmosphere is both warm and welcoming, and at sunset, the lighting creates an amazing ambiance. I highly recommend trying one of their local beer Flint Eye. It’s a special spot for both tourists and locals. Even if you have to navigate a bit to find it, it’s absolutely worth it!

From my perspective the place is okay. I'm not a big pub person but also I haven't seen anything that would really differentiate from other pubs.

Turf Tavern has such a charming vibe, perfect for a hang out with friends! We ordered fries, and while the portion was smaller than expected, they make up for it with their special local beer, Flint Eye—absolutely worth trying if you’re a beer enthusiast. The atmosphere is fantastic, with a cozy medieval-style interior and a lovely backyard that’s perfect for relaxing. Prices are quite reasonable too, which is a plus. Overall, it’s a great spot to hang out, enjoy some unique drinks, and soak in the unique ambiance. Highly recommend Turf Tavern!

Food was great, arrived quickly despite being busy. Staff were efficient.

Very busy Sunday lunchtime food good but very cramped tables Sold out of roast dinners

It’s ok. Great Enviroment., OK food ( but not great), good beer. Very touristy with an online order system that does not allow you to order their cask ales - you have to go to the bar as the waitstaff can’t take orders.

Very very busy and no bookings are available on Saturdays so it's just hit and hope. Food was far from great - Pea and mint soup however was fantastic. Quick table service for drinks when using the QR code and app. Gents toilets are very small so expect to wait and it is very... Intimate

1000 times yes. It feels like going back a few centuries with a very good food and beer offering. Certainly recommended

One of the best Sunday roasts I've ever had.

Well the place. is historical and cozy. Unfortunately the food leaves a lot to be desired. The steak was modest, the onion rings were fatty and “salad” had passed its peak days ago. For a beer or two, this is the place to be

Came down to Oxford for a weekend and heard this place is good, so I went and it really exceeded my expectations. The gardens are beautiful, the staff and quality of service is amazing, the food was really good too and the overall atmosphere is just what I was looking for. Would really recommend and looking forward to visiting again.

Amazing place, atmosphere and service was fantastic and the food was exquisite I had the Sunday Roast (Beef) and it was nothing short of perfect. Definitely recommend 10/10

Lovley pub! Steak and ale pie was delicious. all the staff were so friendly! Would definitely recommend going to turf

Gemma is the best barmaid ever - would come here just to see her smile :)

Spiffing marvellous service, particularly from Gemma who was pleasant and very accommodating to our large group. Will be back when supporting the boys in the boat race.

Cracking pints, big up Gemma for excellent service, will be back on my next visit. Liam's looking forward to the festive feast burger

Quaint tavern, well organized service Everything was good but for the price that steak and ale pie has it could have more meat in the filling, Otherwise very good

It is emblematic of Oxford. There is very good weather!

food tasted good and so many people where ordering. very nice atmosphere

Very characteristic place, I recommend going there if you are in Ofxord. They didn't have much choice of dishes but it was still all good, I recommend making a reservation.

Great pub! An Oxford institution that has atmosphere, a friendly but busy vibe, good drinks and great food.

My favorite pub for a pint in Oxford. This historic pub is supposedly where former US president Bill Clinton “did not inhale” while smoking marijuana during his times as a Rhodes Scholar at historic Oxford University. The bar has a chalk board commemorating the famous occurrence. This centuries old pub is popular with both locals and tourists alike. It was pretty packed during my visit, but I was able to find seating. I didn’t eat, but enjoyed a tasty IPA among their nice selection of draft beers.

What a stunning establishment tucked away down winding alleys off the road next to the Bridge of Sighs. I've never seen such a unique pub. I'm 5" 8' and almost had to duck to come through the door. Great selection of ales on offer and although we didn't eat here, the food looked tremendous. I would highly recommend coming here even if it's only for a quick beer. There's a wonderful beer garden/terrace too.

If Oxford, then Turf Tavern… Classic place, divine beers and the best Steak and Ale Pie! Many films were shot here (HP, Morse, Endeavour...) there are also many memories on the walls...

The Turf Tavern is a really interesting place to visit with its rich history. However, the food was a bit basic. We were quite hungry and expected to enjoy the meal more, but it ended up being a little plain. On the bright side, the service was excellent, and the overall atmosphere was enjoyable. It’s a nice spot to visit, though the food could use a bit more flavor.

Went back today after a while was very good.

Recently moved to oxford and was recommended to come here. Absolutely loved it. Have to travel down a funny little corridor but the vide and the place is absolutely amazing.

My boyfriend took me here for dinner and it was the best meal I had had in ages the food was delicious and the staff were really friendly.

Always a great welcome from staff which I’ve always found to be very helpful, great place with great food

Fabulous place. Staff, food and atmosphere amazing. Definitely recommend a visit.

Such an amazing pub if you can find it some of the best beer and service in the Oxford town centre

Great pub lovely atmosphere would recommend

Amazing service and great food. will happily return soon.

great staff, lovely food and good atmosphere. will be returning! thank you

Wonderful pub, lovely decor, staff fantastic.

Even after waiting for a while, they just stare at me without any guidance.

Nice pub with a friendly team. cant get any better.

Great service, food was lovely and staff were all very friendly!

If you want to know the definition of cozy and cool.... go there!! Great place!!

Lovely place! Will be coming back!

Enjoyed the visit had lunch fantastic place

Great outdoor area and fantastic food. Duck leg was amazing!

The speed is quite slow, it keeps saying that it is being processed.

I treated my mother to lunch last Sunday afternoon. The staff were very friendly and found us a lovely table inside. Roast dinner was amazing, with a cheeky pot of mac and cheese on the side. Beautiful area, would go again!!!!!!!

Must visit for Oxford - best beer in the city 🍺

Popped into this hidden charm for a lovely meal with my husband. The food on offer was all soo tasty sounding! But we ended up going for some of the specials menu! Will have to visit again to try all of their amazing food!

Beautiful pub nestled away in the back streets of Oxford. Great selection of beer and very friendly staff. A must visit.

Obviously, the place is of huge historical significance. We had a pub lunch and it was very mediocre. I’m guessing long life ciabatta etc. Wouldn’t recommend eating here sadly

A must do in Oxford! Great old pub with great food!

Worth a visit for unique location.

It was my first time visiting Oxford and I was looking for a typical pub for lunch. I really liked the Turf Tavern for the good food and atmosphere. Recommended!

Great foood and mango Cider was awesome

Lovely place for a pre theatre/concert meal and drinks.

This was a cute little pub! Hidden away in a side street, this pub is a great gem. Loads of indoor and outdoor seating and the interior is super cute and cosy. Food was good and decent price too. Loved the mac and cheese! I’d definitely return.

Cozy and atmospheric old pub, well worth a visit. However, if coming again, I would only order drinks rather than food. My Sunday roast was expensive but mediocre (dry chicken, damp Yorkshire pudding, huge chunks of undercooked carrot and soggy tasteless cabbage).

Amazing pub hidden gem of Oxford cannot wait to come again nice to see busy pubs again

Didnt eat but definitely going back to try the food. Wonderful pub in an amazingly old cobbled alley

Lovely old pub. Touristy but full of character.

Top turistic spot in the heart of splendid Oxford! Food is fantastic, the place is from 13th century, and it’s full of tourists and visitors from all over the world

Surly service. Way too expensive.

Famous hidden gem of Oxford. Grab a pint. Lots of smoking outside so drink 🍺 up fast!

Amazing historical pub. Worth a visit!

Iconic pub in Oxford, definitely worth a visit. The food is great, including specials.

Stumbled upon this place during a lunch break during the conference at the Sheldonian. It’s a very old looking pub with plenty of seating options inside and outside. Plenty of great beer on tap and the food was excellent. We shared the fish and chips and a burger. Atmosphere was perfect.

Great atmosphere and top customer service, I ordered the Sunday roast (beef) and it was perfect. Defiantly recommend!

This was a lovely pub, they had amazing food and drink I definitely recommend going there, I will 100% go back there again.

Very crowded and hard to get a seat. And I lost my umbrella!