The Victoria Arms in Oxford

We were a party of 40, holding a wake for my father, in an area that provided a private space, without being 'cut off' from the main body of the pub. Dimitri and his team (including Chris, Matt and chef Atila) were brilliant in both planning the event and providing excellent food and service on the day. They took orders once everyone had arrived (we had agreed a tailored 2 course menu which was great value) and presented it efficiently and attentively, ensuring that everyone had everything they needed, including drinks orders. Many thanks for making a difficult day easier for everyone and helping to create a relaxed, friendly atmosphere.

I cannot recommend this place enough! I booked for a family celebration while visiting my son at university; whoever was on the phone was hugely helpful in sorting our booking. A few of us had delicious starters (calamari is excellent) and the mains were plentiful and very tasty. My beef pie was washed down with the Butcombe bitter, and I’m a new fan, we even got to taste the other beers on offer, thanks to the helpful Dimitri on the bar. Although we were too full for dessert, the options looked very tempting so we’ll have to visit again soon! At around £30 a head, I was very happy with the cozy and bubbly atmosphere, whether you want pub classics or more fine dining, this is the place for you.

Visited this beautiful pub with my family and we had amazing time! Food is delicious, I had Chicken ham and leek pie and it was so so good 👍 definitely will come back and recommend this pub to everyone 🤩

Went in for the first time in a while and the food was excellent. I had a fish and chips and friend had a pie. Proper pub food and reasonably priced.

We always have the best time at the Victoria arms . Aaaand relax A lovely setting across the river as the sun goes down. We often go as a big group for celebrations, leaving doo , Xmas and baby showers . Loads of parking , the most perfect steak , great choice of drinks and food and fabulous staff

The food was delicious with generous portions. There was also a good range of choices. We had efficient and thoughtful service from James.

Great lunch out with friends for Sunday roast. Yorkshire puddings were huge and the beef was excellent. It was a great experience and we will definitely come back!

James and Emily were great and helped us decide what drinks to get despite being indecisive! They were super friendly and made us some really nice happy hour cocktails- thanks!

The chicken Milanese on the new menu was so tasty. Love this pub by the river, seems to have a great vibe with a mixture of people.

Amazing view of the river, great food, and lovely staff. Overall a brilliant experience and would recommend to anyone!

This place is amazing and the staff are so kind! When I spilt my pepsi they gave me a new one for free. I completely recommend this place!

Called in for a pint or two before watching Halifax Town at Oxford City. Made very welcome, and beer spot on. Hope to visit again sometime.

Nice place lively view have sone really k8nd and helpful staff wpuld defo come back again soon will be recommending to others

Taking my mother today to her favourite place for Mother’s Day lunch, the Victoria Arms, we were once again, privileged to have the most delicious and beautifully presented Sunday lunch, surrounded in a lovely atmosphere of this beautiful country Pub, looked after by an outstanding team, Without doubt, the best customer service, attention to detail, politeness, friendliness and kindness, enhanced by the most delicious tasty and value for money Sunday lunch, somewhere that everybody should visit, well done toAlex, all of his team and the kitchen staff.

Went to Victoria arms for a wake, first time I’ve been Food was excellent also staff were the same Thanks Booked in for next Sunday for Sunday lunch.

A really lovely relaxed evening with friends at The Victoria Arms. Staff were very friendly and particularly helpful and patient with some complex dietary requirements!

Phenomenal lunch fish and chips was fantastic and I had the cookie for dessert Lovely staff very helpful and accompanying

Very nice pub by the river with a lovely terrace with great views. Perfect for warming up with a hot chocolate after a walk.

Had mulled wine, which was good! Helpful and nice staff. Do not charge your electric skateboard here. People at the bar are chill!

Friendly staff and a lovely view of the river. But must be punted to from Oxford (e.g. Cherwell boat house) for the full experience!

A great pub to meet up with family for lunch. The menu had lots of options and catered well for various dietary requirements amongst my family members. Friendly staff and ideal location!

Came over the weekend for Sunday lunch . The Sunday roasts were amazing especially the beef . We were all well looked after by all the staff members at the Victoria arms very attentive , friendly and quick service even tough it looked very busy for them . We Will definitely be coming again soon .

Small portions and not very tasty. It was very quiet in the bar/restaurant yet none of the staff (3 of them) checked on us to make sure things were ok during our meal. We complained when they finally came to take plates away. One meal (which was not edible - dry) was removed from the bill. Whilst this was a reasonable gesture- it still meant no lunch for one of us and a very small sandwich with no salad/crisps/chips (at £15!) for the other one of us. Very disappointing.

Great spot for a nice lunch, beautiful view and amazing food especially the biscoff doughnuts !! Definitely going again.

Large family dinner for adults and kids. Staff were so friendly and accommodating to our large group. Great options for the kids with colouring sets and a kids menu. Food was delicious and the staff were so helpful. Highly recommended.

Food was fantastic, the staff were so accommodating for our big group and we felt very looked after by Chris and all the staff 😊

New Year’s Day, going to the Victoria Arms for lunch, the best food ever, love the environment, decorated beautifully for the end of the festive season, the staff led by James were absolutely incredible, warm and welcoming, a very cosy environment with a nice glass...

Stumbled on this hidden gem a few years ago whilst visiting Oxford for daughters uni drop offs. On a wet & windy day with Oxford traffic at almost gridlock sought out this warm & welcoming pub for lunch. Was busy on a Christmas weekday lunch...

What a fantastic village pub, very christmassy and the food was excellent! We visited mid week and felt very welcomed and Christmas songs playing.

Excellent Food and Drink and the Staff were Very Efficient and Very Friendly. Service with a Smile.

Had the most amazing lunch here! I went for the Kimchi Chicken Burger (10/10) and some posh fries which were absolutely delicious! The staff were lovely and welcoming, and did everything to accommodate, even providing different milk for those of us with intolerances!! Atmosphere was...

Delicious food and a great selection of beers. The Vicky Arms is the go to Oxford pub, a proper traditional cosy pub next to the river. Not sure what the chef was thinking when plating my venison faggots though 🤔

We enjoyed our visit. Coffee and cider. Lovely setting. Grass with seating right down to the river or an outside under cover area if needed. Friendly, helpful female staff member. We didn't have time for a meal but the food looked good. Well worth a...

Came here for a work lunch and proceeded to stay here all afternoon working. Absolutely adore this pub, the first time I have been but exemplary service from our waiter Chris, the food was divine, served quickly and tasted amazing! The decor is really nice,...

Love this pub. It’s great any time, but particularly great for Sunday evenings when no other pubs in rural Oxford serve food. Great fresh pub food, great recommendations, lovely beer and wines. Also, dog friendly, which is a big plus for us! Highly recommend.

Were recommended that we visit this pub, located on the River Cherwell. We called and enquired if we could canoe from the pub if we had food and drink there. They very kindly said yes. Had a drink first, then had a lovely paddle up...

lovely spot, beautiful garden, we had a lovely drink anr snack by the river. nice beers and drinks for kids

Myself and my 3 children came here for dinner and I cannot express enough how wonderful it was. I am currently having chemotherapy and all of my dietary requirements were listened to. The stars of the show were most certainly James and Chris who had...

We had a wonderful time at the Victoria Arms! We were a large group, and we had excellent service when we came for dinner and dessert. The food was delicious, and I loved the pub's atmosphere. James, our main server, went above and beyond, adding...

Not been here for years, so lovely to be back visiting. We had a lovely welcome by James, all staff are very friendly. Great views, atmosphere and food was very tasty. Will definitely be back

As recent reviews have said (see note at end) the Victoria Arms is an exceptional pub - the venue is beautiful, the food delicious, and the prices fair. But most of all the team are incredibly welcoming. We have come here regularly for over a...

Fantastic pub! Popped in with my family for some food And drinks, it was very busy but the staff made us feel welcome right from the start. When ordering the bar staff were very helpful especially when suggesting suitable meals the kids. The food arrived quickly and was delicious. On top of the great service the atmosphere was great and everyone including staff and customers all seemed so happy, will definitely return, beautiful garden on the riverbank. Great pub !!

Always a warm welcome, friendly staff! Great for all occasions Food is delicious Great atmosphere.

What an amazing place! When going out for meals we regularly struggle with allergies as my daughter is a celiac… however when asking the charming barman John, he gave us a whole plethora of options including FISH AND CHIPS! Which my daughter never has the chance to have! We were really impressed with the service and especially the food with everybody happy and full of lovely food and lovely beer. 100% recommend this pub to anyone looking some high quality food and drink just outside of the city centre with gorgeous views and welcoming staff.

Beautiful pub with amazing food. Service was quick and efficient despite the place being very full. John and Dylan's service on the bar was welcoming and friendly. Would highly recommend to anyone.

James recommended us nachos and they were fab, all the staff were so nice and accommodating. many nachos consumed thank you victoria arms 🥰🥰🥰

Beautiful spot for lunch, came and had a ploughman's lunch and James gave us a great service. Would definitely come back and recommend to family and friends. 10/10

Beautiful location and super staff - James and his team were lovely. Food was absolutely perfect; highly recommend!

Beautiful pub, fantastic menu and incredible staff. Especially James, who is very personable and lovely. Superb food and service.

A charming restaurant with friendly service and superb quality food. I would thoroughly recommend this place and will definitely be coming back! The prices are very reasonable and both main course and desserts were cooked to perfection. Along with James’ great rapport it made the...

This has to go down as one of the worst Sunday lunches I have ever had and it wasn’t cheap! Roast beef at over £21 a head with under roast potatoes, a teaspoon of carrot purée and under cooked cabbage as accompanying veg to roast...

Wonderful food and service! Our server James handled our large and chaotic with ease kindness. We'll done.

First, let me describe the setting: the English countryside, right on the Cherwell River. Gorgeous setting! Next, the staff- wonderful, fantastic, fabulous, ESPECIALLY James, my hero! We were a 20-person party, and James took such great care of us!♥️♥️♥️ Now, the food: our group ordered...

Went for lunch today for our team meeting. James gave us such fantastic service! Not only did he keep coming back to our table and checking on us, making sure our party had fully arrived, asking if we wanted drinks etc. When he took our...

We had supper here for 3 evenings on 5, 6 and 7th of June. I first visited The Vicky Arms 55 years ago, it was good then and it still is, although it has changed a little! We could not fault our experience, the feel...

Arrived from Cherwell boathouse on punt, beautifully setting on river bank, staff very welcoming on arrivals, we had great lunch and desserts, homemade choc brownies, delicious, great service from Dimitri and team, big thank you for your hospitality

Visited on busy Saturday, very well run pub . We arrived on punts and it was beautiful setting, super busy but very welcoming and well organised. Landlord helping us to find table as it was 15 off us. Nothing was to hard or difficult for...

They bill themselves as a well-kept secret, but I can't see how that's true, as this place is packed any day with decent weather. They have a huge patio and an even larger area with picnic tables and benches down near the water. It's picturesque...

Took my dad here for father's Day so expectations were high for a big occasion and the Victoria arms did not disappoint. Very family friendly feel where we had the honour of meeting the owner; head chef and owners son who ran the bar. Nothing...

This pub was absolutely amazing for a perfect spot of lunch. We had some calamari and chicken wings to share, then a few burgers and the risotto and the food was gorgeous! In this weather it’s the most amazing place for sitting outside by the...

Absolutely beautiful place by the river . Food delicious, service very good , would recommend 100% . This place was recommended to us and it was fantastic.

Lovely pub, lovely location, friendly staff, excellent food and you can park there! That's all there is to say but this review has to have at least 100 characters.

We cycled from town for a drink by the river on a beautiful sunny evening and were delighted to find a local Morris group performing in the gardens. My date was American, so she was particularly thrilled by the experience. It has been some years...

My wife and I used to punt up to the’Vicky Arms’ 50 years ago. We wanted a midway venue to meet our London friends for lunch, so the Victoria Arms looked like a perfect choice. The Sunday weather was perfect, so all the outside tables...

Great bar staff and James was excellent at his wine selection. A must for food and drinks in the sun

Me and my boyfriend went to the pub a few days ago and i absolutely had to leave a review! This place is gorgeous, with the most stunning view as there are seats right down by the river. Service was absolutely spot on, with the...

Enjoyed our lunch overlooking the river and water meadows. Minted pea hummus hit the spot. Warm mini biscoff donuts oozed with delight!

It's a great spot for punting and drinking, just don't expect good food or service. We complained because the food was that bad, and the staff literally could not have cared less.

Really nice setting. Had a very tasty burger, it arrived in good time and the staff were very nice and helpful. Would definitely be returning to try some other dishes on the menu !

Good pub, spacious, dog friendly, great beer. Has the steak, sausage roll, sticky toffee pudding, delicious. James was excellent!

What a great little find. Met my brother and his partner here for a bite to eat and wasn’t disappointed the food was fab and particularly the little Biscoff Doighnuts you should try them they are amazing. Lovely atmosphere and Great service from James and...

We had a lovely meal. We were all impressed with the food. It was very tasty but the overall deciding factor on returning was the staff. James was extremely friendly and was brilliant with our kids! Thank you very much James.

As usual good service and nice food. We were well looked after by Chris and Jessica and a hiccup in the ordering (our fault) remedied quickly and with good humour. A beautiful spot with lovely footpaths though pasture and along the riverbank

We had a brilliant visit to the Vicky this weekend, I visited with my husband 3 young children and it was an all round great visit. The kids menu first of all was great, lots of options for the kids. The adults menu was great...

Pimms night at this lovely spot on the river! We even saw some cows in the water. The pub was very busy but the staff were friendly and helpful. They were clearly working very hard. Lots of boats were coming off the river which was...

This used to be a brilliant village pub which we have been coming to for many years until today. As we’re arrived with our two young children the new manager came charging at us because we had a paddle board and told us we were...

One of my favourite places in Oxford! This pub / restaurant has an incredible view onto the Cherwell river. The interior is just as beautiful a lot of thought has gone into this, it feels very homely and cosy, it is very clean with 2...

Jess served me a delicious pint of triple filtered lager. Highly reccommended, especially with the view of the river

I had a great time, all the staff were very friendly and helpful. There is a very cosy and friendly atmosphere with a great view of the river and many great walking routes in the local area.

Came for a meal with family and friends and I couldn’t be happier with our experience! The staff were incredibly friendly and the Sunday roast was just exceptional. It really is a hidden gem in Oxford.

Came here with a friend, based off a recommendation from a few friends who have weekly gatherings at the Victoria Arms. We really enjoyed the whole experience, the Fish and Chips and Original Ale was a great mix and the staff were attentive and helpful...

My wife and I decided to visit here for lunch on the way home from shopping in Oxford. We were both feeling quite hungry and had not been here for a while. We’ve previously had good food but definitely won’t be heading back here until...

Out today for a bit of lunch with the family had a great time food was amazing and the staff was very nice a big thank you jess. We will be back soon

Great location right by the river. All the staff were extremely friendly and efficient. Very good beer, as you’d expect. Unfortunately….the food….just extremely underwhelming. You’d expect this sort of food at Weatherspoons, but at half the price charged here. I’d come back for a drink...

Best wild mushroom soup I've ever tasted. Relaxed comfortable rooms. Excellent service by all staff, especially Chris.

We called in on the off chance that we could get a meal & so glad we did, it was my birthday & I couldnt have wished for anywhere nicer. The food was amazing, the staff were kind, polite & cheery, nothing was too much...

Today we enjoyed an excellent lunch, courtesy of the talented Hungarian chef. My smoked haddock fish cake was served on a nest of sag aloo and topped with a perfectly poached egg. The accompanying sauce was a delight. My wife chose the aubergine and chickpea...

Heard good things about the Victoria Arms and it lived up to my expectations. Had two Beef and Ale pies and wow were they good! Best pies we have had in ages and looking forward to the next visit already. Situated on the lovely Cherwell...

Stopped here on our way into Oxford, for food and drink and we were not disappointed. Burgers were fantastic and we enjoyed them whilst looking out the window at the lovely Churwell River. Staff were helpful in recommendations and we will be hopefully back again...

Really enjoyed our Sunday lunch last week at the pub. Brilliant staff who couldn't have been more accommodating, and the food was superb

Booked the family room for 20 of us last Sunday for a birthday and the team were fantastic in helping us have a great day. Prompt service and tasty food and staff super helpful in bringing out our cake and helping with decorations etc. already...

Came here for a leaving do on a Thursday evening and had a great time. Buffet was top quality for leaving do we had and everyone commented on the speed and efficiency of service. Some really nice bitter on tap and we will all be...

I have been coming to the Vicky arms for years and my parents who have been married for 65 yrs have seen so many managers so today on route my mother said Oh there is a new manager there and the food is good. We...

We ate dinner here one evening when in Oxford, mostly because it is one of the most iconic pubs from the Morse and Lewis series, and we were visiting as many of those as we could. This is the memorable pub with the large grassy...

Family of 4 adults. 1 child. Went for a Sunday Roast. No service whatsoever. We took turns to go find someone to ask for the kids menu, take our orders or clear away the table. No crackling with pork roast despite it saying so in...

On my visit to the restaurant I meet a young gentleman by the name of Chris he was very helpful and recommended a great meal to try the food was great and Chris was so well mannered would definitely be going back

My sister and I popped in for a quick lunch on a weekday. We just had soup and coffee. We received a friendly welcome and enjoyed our soup and coffee. It is a very comfortable and clean environment and the staff that we met were...

Seven of us came to the The Viccy Arms for Sunday lunch, for my Dad's 91st birthday, and had a brilliant experience. Food all good and served on time. On the expensive side for a roast (compared to other places) so won't come here too...

Firstly, Sara - the waitress who took our order then served us the main meal. She was pure gold. Quick, efficient, pleasant, witty and teasing. She made the experience extra-special. We didn't get the name of the first waitress who brought the starters and cleared...

Booked for a Monday evening but we're held in traffic on M1 for over an hour , gave them a ring and they were happy to keep the table until we got there . Pub is lovely, very well decorated, historic and great menu. Staff...