The White Hart in Vale of White Horse

Absolutely fantastic service. Couldn’t recommend it more for birthdays and events. We came with both fussy kids and restrictive allergies, but nothing was too much trouble- the team at this restaurant are incredible and so accommodating. Thank you for giving us a lovely afternoon out!

Fantastic Sunday lunch. Huge portions and great atmosphere. Dog friendly. Really love this place, all year round

Booked for a Sunday lunch a few weeks ago and pretty disappointed with the food and service. Long time waiting for food to be served and we requested extra tap water and extra seasoning that never arrived. Mushroom and tarragon soup was not seasoned and very watery consistency, didn’t taste like mushrooms. Bread and butter accompanying it was decent but overall a very poor starters and would not recommend it. The beef roast was served in a good portion and high quality ingredients but again under seasoned, average taste and overpriced for what you get served. I have been to The White Hart many times in the past and it really disappointed me this time. It is such a beautiful place, and it used to have such high quality dishes so I was expecting a better experience. There are definitely better options for a Sunday Roast in the nearby villages.

Food was good but very expensive for a roast.

Had several options for lunch on a return journey home and boy did we make the right decision. Been a big fan of this restaurant for at least two decades, but did not expect a set lunch to be so good value and quality. Can't wait to come back again soon.

This is a really character building, it was pleasantly warm on a cold evening although very draughty whenever the door opened. The evening began well and our order taken promptly, however we ordered a cocktail and a beer to have with the nibbles and these did not arrive until we had almost finished the nibbles which were themselves very enjoyable. The mains both had disappointing elements, the pork belly was the better dish, very soft and succulent, the apples served with it were hard, the parmentier potatoes under seasoned . For our other main we chose pheasant, this was as tough as old boots and the parsnips on the plate almost raw, the best part was the parsnip hash brown and the rec cabbage. We shared a cheesecake dish, this has a few components, doughnut which was dense and solid, macaron which was chewy and cheesecake which lacked flavour. On the whole very underwhelming

We went for a birthday and opted for the "Wednesday night dinner club" menu sharing a starter and pudding. Food was well presented and delicious. Service was top-notch and there is a lovely atmosphere. Highly recommended and look forward to our next visit!

Worth the drive from our hotel in the winter. The service was very warm and friendly. Tradition British Food hit the spot as did their cocktails. It’s really busy on the weekends so book ahead.

Gorgeous space, great beer, friendly service, good food.

A great experience yesterday: staff are friendly, helpful and attentive but not overly so. Dining room and bar areas are charming and the real fires were cosy and atmospheric on a cold day. The beer is well kept and the food was good. Duck terrine starter, glazed celeriac and pork belly mains were the highlights. The outside loo was freezing and in in need of a makeover but was scrupulously clean.

This place is a nice find. Everything is good about this place. All food great - starter, main and dessert. Nice wine too. Very helpful staff. Great atmosphere when you walk in. Nothing negative. It is one of those cosy country places with a fire, but great food too.

Very enjoyable lunch for 4 on New Year's Day. Excellent attentive service throughout.

The delicious food arrived quickly. Every dish that the four of us chose we loved. We’ll be back for more of your yummy food.

First time here. Welcoming entrance to a downstairs dining room which had a nice atmosphere. We however weren't seated there but were taken upstairs to a bland smaller dining room with one other couple and a baby. Zero atmosphere. Considering we reserved several weeks in advance this was pretty disappointing. Service was a little slow but the young ladies looking after us were very engaging. The music which kept on coming on and off intermittently was turned off on request. The starters we had were good. The pancetta/cheddar croquettes and goats cheese bon bons were deemed to be the clear winners. My duck parfait and terrine was good but needed toast or some brioche. The parsnip soup was very thick. The pork belly and the venison were excellent. Guinea fowl was a little over and accompanying risotto lacked moisture. My cod was actually cooked nicely but only 3 small leaves of kale doesn't scream of generosity and even though the skin was browned it was no longer crispy by the time it got to me. The outside gents are a little rustic in a kind of old school pub fashion. Bit of a mixed bag really.

A little gem. We really liked it there.

Lovely venue, excellent food and such lovely staff. We were so well.looked after by all the staff but particular mention must be made of Fin who was so kind. Thanks to all of you x

Had lunch today amazing food. pork loin was delicious and so tender, highly recommended. Friendly staff and a great service, Thank you for that lovely lunch

Visited here on the off-chance after seeing the sign on the main road. Glad we did! Good food and reasonable prices on the set menu, served in an outstanding dining "hall" with a high ceiling, massive fire place and big, heavy tables. Somewhere out of the usual and well worth a visit.

Exceptional across the board. Food, service, ambience all top notch. A full house and rightly so.

Another excellent lunch with the white hart - the kitchen know what they’re doing and Sunday lunch is perfect - too many get this done wrong ! Team front of house excellent service all around.

A lunch to savour and enjoy. Exceptional on all fronts..food, wine, service, ambience. Kay, Mark, Will and the team care, and it shows. From booking, through to bill payment this was an all round pleasure. Full on a Friday lunchtime, and now we know why! What a treat on our doorstep!

We had our wedding dinner here at the end of August, and were absolutely thrilled with the whole experience! Everyone we spoke to was very friendly, professional, and patient, and the food was amazing - we still have people mentioning it when we see them! We had 25 people in total, so were able to fit in the lovely Chantry Room, which made it feel like we had booked out the whole place. The staff was incredibly friendly, helpful, and accommodating. Molly in particular was just the perfect person to help take us through the evening, understood exactly how we wanted things to go, and made the evening even more joyful! We've been at the White Hart a few times before, and it is always fantastic. We were so pleased to be able to share this special place with our friends and family, and so grateful for a perfect evening. We really couldn't have wished for anything else!

Delicious food, on the pricier side but worth it for an occasional treat. Lovely old building with lots of charm. Friendly and polite staff.

My brother, sister-in-law, and I had a wonderful meal here on 30/10/24. catering for three foodies who happen to be vegetarian - and one (me) vegan - can be a tall order, but there was plenty to tempt us and what we chose was divine. There was a superb wine selection and the staff were first class - Molly was a delight. It turned out that after three hours (yes, that's how long we sat there) our table was required by other diners - but Will couldn't have been kinder in letting us know. As for the photo... sorry, I couldn't wait to eat it...

First visit with friends who are regulars. Their recommendation was spot on. Superb food. Must visit again

It was a wonderful 90th birthday dinner. The food was really lovely. The only slight spoiler was that the wine didn't arrive with the main course so we had to wait a bit. Otherwise I would say it was a really great evening and the staff was lovely.

We went in a large group, and the food and service was incredible. Shyan was patient, fun and efficient. The food was fantastic - delicious, well cooked, good portions. And it's a beautiful setting.

Wonderful Sunday lunch today, absolutely delicious. Staff were attentive and pleasant

Used to go regularly 1/4 century ago and, revisiting, it is as wonderful as ever.

Lovely country pub. I have been a number of times but first time for Sunday lunch. Both my wife and I are vegetarian so had the celeriac main and a portion of sides. Overall food was plain in taste and small portion size, compared to the ample meat dishes which my friends had. Tomato starter was nice and the desserts were all sensational. Outdoor loos were cold and wet, unnecessary for a gastro pub, needs an upgrade

Very good food and waiting staff are very welcoming. This is a gem of a place. Highly recommend

We had such a great TAPS night few days ago! Food was exceptional and the service was really great ! Can’t recommend the place enough! Looking forward to having another meal there soon!

Exceptional food and service complimented with a gorgeous 15th century pub. Absolutely worth a visit.

Great dining experience and wonderful wine list. The food was good quality and delicious, the staff were helpful, and they has some really nice wines. A bit expensive for a pub but seemed worth it.

Lovely pub with good food and ambience.

The food is fantastic, service is great as well, price is a bit higher but definatly worth it. Will be visiting again.

Alway great food and service! We love it there!

It is a hidden gem! The food was very delicious and the atmosphere is great!👌🩷

Best Guinness I've had in the UK. Also a cozy atmosphere, super friendly people and plenty of room to sit outside.

Lovely place with amazing food and great service. Will definitely return.

Delicious birthday dinner here this evening. The pictures say it all!

Always a lovely experience, great service and atmosphere... Splendid food. Highly recommend.

First class for food and atmosphere . Great garden and outside dining room too 👏🍻

Expensive and overrated. To charge 30 pounds for a main course and not include vegetables is very mean spirited. The Greyhound down the road much better and great menu.

Beautiful pub, excellent service, lovely ales and delicious menu. Thank you

Lovely, relaxed but decent. Great service and tasty food. Totally recommend 👌

Food not so great, hardly any veg for 35 pounds a roast, service on the other hand is fantastic! Would prefer a little more effort with the food though

Underwhelming. Service was slow, the menu uninspiring, the food portions embarrassing and considering it's June the choice from the market kitchen non-existent. If you are going to offer standard pub grub, price it accordingly. If you are going to position yourself as a market garden, inspired gastro pub deliver it. The vegetarian choice was spectacularly awful and lazy.

The beer, food and service were excellent GO!!!

A delicious meal and a fantastic pint of Guinness. Winner !

AVOID ON A BUSY SUNDAY. Our recent visit to the WH wasn't a good experience, which was such a shame as it was for our 40th wedding anniversary. we've been before and had received excellent service, but on this occasion it was lacking in many areas. Table not ready, not a big problem. Taken to our table, 20 minute wait for our order to be taken, inc drinks, we were then told our starters might come out before our drinks. We've now been waiting 30 mins. Starters arrive, salmon 3 chunks, very nice but very small. Terrine arrives with 2 very small sourdough slices which were rock hard we had to order bread from the children's menu to eat the terrine with. Mains arrive teaspoonful of cold spinach, 2 rock hard potatoes, 2 slices of apple!! and no crackling as advertised, they'd we run out ! had to order cauliflower cheese to bulk it out. Pork was delicious. Vegan main 1 slice of aubergine with a topping the 2 Vegans paid £40 for a slice of aubergine and some tomatoes. Absolute rip off!! Then they were going to charge us for eating the cake my daughter in law had eaten, because we didn't have pudding, we didn't have pudding cos there was no vegan option on the menu, but were told after they did a vegan mousse. They did waive the charge and we were allowed to eat our own cake!!! We won't be going back!!

Just off the main Oxford to Swindon route but in a quiet and picturesque spot. Lovely old inn, full of character and serving wonderful food.

Had a fabulous birthday and wedding celebration here. Although obviously busy (a good sign) the service was excellent - a big thanks to Molly who was so attentive. The food was beautifully presented and delicious. Everyone in our party was raving about the whole experience.

Best meal I've had in a long time. Thoroughly recommend.

The food is outstanding. Staff so helpful & friendly. I 100% recommend eating here, excellent.

Fantastic pub, staff were attentive and helpful, food was great. Probably the best pork belly I've ever had and the desserts were brilliant too.

WHAT AN INCREDIBLE LUNCH! The hash browns are one of the tastier snacks I’ve had, and the baked Alaska is genuinely a piece of art, but the headline here is that they’ve changed the pork…….. for the better! Wow wow wow! Absolutely loved it! Service as always flawless, Fanni and Will were excellent as were all the other team! Once again that white hart magic comes through! Thanks so much

Went for lunch as a group of 5, meeting away from the office. Mains were seriously good only beaten by the dessert sharing platter.

Great food & service, as always.

Fabulous meal, great service too.

Brilliant find last minute off the main road. Exceptional service, highest quality food, log fire, and such an unexpected find. Is priced to high end food it offers, so not for a quick sandwich, but certainty exceptional and well worth taking a detour.

We recently visited the White Hart for the excellent value, Wednesday Dinner Club. The starter was the salt and pepper squid. It was beautifully presented and tasted absolutely delicious. We followed it with the signature pork. It did not disappoint! It was perfectly cooked and superbly presented with the long stick of crackling topping it off beautifully. We couldn’t resist the incredible dessert menu too, we had a deconstructed cheesecake, which finished the meal off wonderfully. A first class dining experience, in a beautiful building, with excellent service.

One of my favourite places to eat locally. The food is excellent and the atmosphere is brilliant. It is such a wonderful restaurant and the staff are all friendly. A highly recommended restaurant and an amazing dining experience.

Went for dinner with a friend. I'm veggie and ordered the red cabbage ragu gnocchi. Was so, so disappointing. I basically had a bowl of chopped red cabbage with a little garnish of gnocchi on top. I never leave food but left most of it. Had to order a bowl of chips on the side to keep me going. I paid £20 for a bowl of cabbage basically (plus unplanned for chips as dinner was so awful). Lovely setting inside but very let down by the food. Very cheeky to charge so much for cabbage too!

Restaurant was lovely, beautifully decorated and loved the atmosphere. I am afraid I would have to say inspector (assessor) for a Michelin rating would have been disappointed with the Belly of Pork dried out and toughish and rolled up like a joint of breast of lamb, crackling was a wand that would have broken teeth and tasted like 'pork scratchings'. Why do this?? Others enjoyed their fish and chips! Perhaps it was just a bad choice??

Delicious food and wine. Excellent service. Food was well presented and tasted out if this world. What a chef! Dog friendly too, so top marks for that! Can not rate the whole experience highly enough, thank you for an unforgettable experience :)

I was a regular customer at the White Hart back in its glory days of the late 1970's but then the ownership changed and, like so many other pub/restaurants, it went down hill. I've looked in occasionally since in the hope that one of the succession of new owners has managed to turn the clock back. One such visit was quite recently with my wife. Walking through the door, the White Hart just oozed ambience and expectation. It was also pleasantly warm for a country pub in winter (we recently suffered the White Horse at Woolstone with no heating in the bar whatsoever when the outside temperature was -2 deg C!). We glanced at the pumps on the bar and were delighted to see out favourite beer, "Doom Bar". We have drunk many pints of this ale but none ever tasted like this one. More an IPA than the full bodied beer we were expecting. From then on our dining experience went downhill. The menu was limited so we both opted for the roasted belly of pork. Unfortunately the dish we were presented with was poorly conceived and badly executed. We were expecting a succulent piece of tender meat, covered in crackling and oozing juices. Unfortunately we were presented with a largish, dry, tough, overcooked, rolled piece of pork with a single speer of crackling the diameter of a piece of spaghetti. The menu did not mention vegetables except carrot so, at the time of ordering I asked the waiter if the pork came with any green vegetables. He responded that it came with spinach. Spinach and carrots must be very expensive in Fyfield because each serving included just one juvenile carrot and half a mouthful of spinach. As for the potatoes, these must be in short supply as each plate supported 4 sugar cube sized offerings. So much for a healthy diet! We paid the not insignificant bill and left, very disappointed in receiving such a disappointing meal in such lovely surroundings.

Everything was outstanding, couldn’t fault a thing. A great place to go for a wonderful meal. Staff, presentation of the food, the flavours, the fine wine, all were excellent.

A very good quality gastro pub. Food choice was excellent! I had roasted cod with all the trimmings. Good choice of beers available with good ambience in the main restaurant area. Prices for a gastro pub are pretty good

Best food I've ever tasted seriously. 10/10

Flavour combinations are spot on. Beautiful food. Perfect service. Subtle touches. Highly recommend. Went for my wife’s birthday and felt truly spoilt. The staff made the evening special for her and helped make it a wonderful occasion.

Our inaugural dining experience at The White Heart in Fifield surpassed all expectations, instantly earning its place as our absolute favorite. From the moment I called to inquire about a reservation, the staff's kindness stood out. They thoughtfully asked if there was a special occasion, and I shared that my girlfriend and I were celebrating our fifth kiss anniversary. To our delight, upon arriving at our table, a heartfelt congratulations note awaited us – a charming and unexpected touch that set the tone for the evening. The culinary journey that followed was nothing short of extraordinary. The Nduja croquettes, Smoked mackerel pâté, Slow-roasted belly of Kelmscott pork (an outstanding signature dish), and the Roasted haunch of fallow deer were not only exquisite but also presented with artful precision on our plates. To cap off our meal, we were surprised with a couple of delectable complimentary brownies, a sweet gesture that truly made our night. Our cocktails were not only visually appealing but also a perfect harmony of flavors. The service throughout our dining experience was characterized by genuine friendliness, adding to the overall positive atmosphere of the evening. Connie and I are already eagerly anticipating our next visit to indulge in more of the delightful offerings at The White Heart in Fifield! We will make sure to go back on a Wednesday night to try the White Hart's set menu ! Thank you!

Today I came for a lunch and this is my third time at The White Hart. We had a table outside in the garden next to the heater and it was just perfect in the sun. Food was absolutely amazing as usually and we were really well looked after. Absolutely recommend it!

Birthday lunch An interesting experience. Quite a good variety of dishes on the menu. I was a bit restricted with my choices. The ribeye was nicely cooked, a bit more fat/sinew than I like. Mushroom was nice not all chips fully cooked. My Rhubarb dessert was delicious, beautifully presented too. All other guests were very complimentary about their food The cellar room was a little low for me but a real character room. Gents toilet freezing as it's outdoors Overall a good experience.

An interesting experience. Quite a good variety of dishes on the menu. I was a bit restricted with my choices. The ribeye was nicely cooked, a bit more fat/sinew than I like. Mushroom was nice not all chips fully cooked. My Rhubarb dessert was delicious, beautifully presented too. The cellar room was a little low for me but a real character room. Gents toilet freezing as it's outdoors Overall a good experience.

THE BEST! From the charming welcome through to the divine pudding. THE VERY BEST!!...Apologies for any offence but I need to use the 'W' word. WONDERFUL!

My first time here, fantastic meal abd service, thank you..

Really nice pub with even better food. Mezze sharing platter was lovely and the desert menu was varied and very creative

Came here for a special birthday lunch. Friendly, attentive staff. Amazing food. The venison was so tender. Nice house ale complemented the food.

A lovely and cosy pub which still has the warmth of old fashion pubs, with a log fire, comfy chairs and window seats. Both service and food were excellent, the price was fair for the quality served and I just wish it weren't two hours away from home or it would become one of our regulars!

One of the best food places around! Very nice coffee.. lil really nice coffee. All people working there always nice, professional and the least surprised when I ask for some “differences” with my dish

A historic pub in a small village. Food is very good and the service was friendly and helpful. The menu is interesting although prices are quite high. The venue has vaulted ceilings with lots of lovely wooden beams. We'll worth a visit.

Excellent service and the food is highly recommended.

Excellent food, amazing staff. We really enjoyed our meal here on Friday evening. All the staff were friendly and helpful. Really cosy with log fire. Great choice of food cooked to perfection. Look forward to visiting again if we are in this area

This is a foodie delight - we enjoyed a set lunch menu, which was priced really well, and had a good selection. I had the most amazing soup and stuffed courgette flowers - a truly unforgettable meal! The restaurant itself is very special, and feels like it has a lot of history - would love to return.

Awesome pub! Amazing food, and the service is incredibly good. Excellent barman Freddie!

Best place to dine in my locality. The food and service are exceptional and are complimented by a wide variety of wines, beers, gins and cocktails.

Great food. Generous servings so good for sharing. A cut above your regular pub grub. (Lost a star for pricy sparkling water)

Having had a few unforgettable Christmas meals at the atmospheric White Hart, disappointment this year and new plans in 2024…. The food used to be as good as any in a gastro pub in the area. This year though felt like an average Sunday roast (at top restaurant prices). To be put in the pub dining area backing into a big group of Sunday drinkers perched on the edge of our table, and told that we had missed the restaurant area because that was first come first served was disingenuous… when we booked in September they made the point of telling us we were one of the first bookings. At £160 per head very underwhelming - some good memories from years gone by but unfortunately no more

Enjoyed a fabulous birthday meal with family, three of us having the excellent Kelmscott pork belly... Mark and team were on great form!

Fantastic food in a very well organised pub with old English charm

Wedesday Dinner Club tonight was absolutely delicious. The salt and pepper squid starter was amazing followed by the pheasant main which was a delight and rounded off with a very pretty and scrumptious Christmas Pudding Baked Alaska. An amazing, friendly and hard working front of house delivered excellent service (as usual) complimented the skilful brigade behind the scenes. Thanks White Hart family for our dinner tonight.

Will 100% visitt again, food and service amazing

Lovely place. Food extremely expensive & 250ml wine an average cost of £15!! Staff very pleasant but a little slow with our first round of drinks .... over 30 mins wait. Has pork & ham hock terraine which sounded amazing but unfortunately a bit bland despite the lovely description of it. Out group were tbh a little underwhelmed.

We organised a surprise party for our 88 year old grandmother. The White Hart were absolutely amazing. Nothing was too much trouble. The food was brilliant, despite there being 27 guests! Thank you in particular to Kay and Az who worked so hard to make it such a special day for us all. Couldn’t recommend enough.

I think an English roast should be a simple thing with a very plain starter. The menu was short and seasonal, full marks for that, but in execution the dishes were busy for a country pub, scattered with cubes of this and that. Prices reasonable, our meat eaters got decent helpings of pork and the kitchen were all prepared for our vegan. In retrospect I wish we had looked more carefully at the cheese desserts as they appeared well thought out. I'd go again but probably not for Sunday lunch.

Always love going here. Really good food, local and seasonal, great service, and a lovely atmosphere. Very welcoming of children too! Their signature pork belly is worth coming back for time and again although it's a tough call between that and the ever changing menu of imaginative dishes. I particularly enjoyed the mulled wine trifle this time!

Game Night At The White Hart We love the White Hart and have been regular customers for more than a decade. The ‘problem’ is that it’s tricky to come up with new ways to write a review, because they are consistently fabulous. We’ve seen the front of house staff change over the years (we miss seeing you Sarah) but what stays constant is the ability of the team to be friendly, professional and welcoming. Kay obviously puts a lot of effort into building and training the team, and it shows. Last night was a particularly lovely atmosphere by the hard working staff. So now to the tricky part, how to share the experience we had in such a way to give it justice. This Game Night tasting menu was one of the top tasting menus we’ve had anywhere, and we’ve had some tasty treats on our travels. The Rabbit won tons with cider apple hoi sin left us wanting to lick the dishes! We didn’t, but we might have if we’d be sat at a more discreet table! Pithiviers are on lots of menus at the moment, we had some in Barcelona just last week and they featured on Bake Off the week before, but the Venison hot pot version that was served up to us at The White Hart was the tastiest we’ve had this season. The pastry was flakey and crisp, the venison was seasoned to perfection and perfectly just moist, what blew us away was the tangy sharp mustard gel. Such a treat alongside a miso roasted carrot that was so very good, and I don’t even care much for carrots usually, if they all tasted this lush I’d be growing a whole crop. Next came the Salt-aged Mallard, duck faggot and accompanying elements, this plate was delicious. I adore duck and this was served exactly the way I love it, so much flavour. The whole meal would have been a success if we’d have stopped there. But no, at The White Hart the desserts are going from strength to strength over the last months and this menu took things to a new height. An Almond Tuille filled with the most delicious soft white chocolate ganache managed to hold the delicious flavour and yet not be too sweet, marinated blackberries and apple sorbet was such a refreshing contrast and combination of flavours I’d be happy to have it every visit for a year, so delicious. Then there was a second course of desserts, did I mention how much I love desserts! This was quite lush, a gingerbread mousse with a purée and a caramel and chocolate ice cream which was devoured as though it was the first plateful of the evening. Just when you think you can’t possibly find a space for anything more they brought out a plate with a simple Sloe Gin and Blackberry Jelly, the flavour of which lingered on my tongue way after we got home. As we left we were asked if we’d enjoyed our meal, my answer was that there was only one thing that could have been improved, that would be if our home was within walking distance or if there were rooms upstairs that we could have retired to. All for an extremely reasonable price too, wish we could have partaken of the wine flight but one of us had to drive. So Mark and Kay and all your wonderful team in the kitchen and front of house, thank you all for giving us a great menu, evening and experience, our expectations were high and you pushed the bar even further. With all our best wishes Libby & Jason

A great find! Classy pub , comfortable with excellent service

A great find! I went from Staffordshire to Northamptonshire to pick up my father to meet an old family friend from Hampshire! We all thought it was worth it, and hope to be back next year for our annual reunion!