Based on 893 opinions finded in 2 websites
Based on 893 opinions finded in 2 websites
Nº 49 in 343 in West Oxfordshire
Nº 8 of 103 British in West Oxfordshire
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Foodie Alert! We had the sampler with wine pairing and were lead through a delicious taste bud experience!! Creative use of fresh ingredients and complimentary flavors had us intrigued throughout the whole meal! Artfully presented and skillfully described. This is a MUST for those with appreciative tastes!!
Caroline Harris . 2024-12-14
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Beautiful throughout. Lovely good. Great value 2 courses for £30. Lovely waitresses. Can’t fault it. Beautiful atmosphere .
Yazmin Kirwin . 2024-11-08
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We had the most wonderful evening here. Such lovely hosts, relaxed and convivial atmosphere and the food was sublime. Not only that, but we could have a starter, main course and dessert and not feel overly full afterwards. The portions weren't small either - just perfect. Totally loved it, will be coming back and definitely recommend it!
Emma Ferrier . 2024-10-21
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What a wonderful find! We had the BEST evening, with the nicest hosts, a perfect atmosphere (buzzy, relaxed and fun) and utterly sublime food. The venison pithivier is one of the best things I have ever eaten! Loved it. Definitely a MUST on the list to do in the area.
SaracenMouse . 2024-10-21
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Really tasty food but a small portion. Friendly staff.
Paul Fairlight . 2024-10-16
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I would highly recommend in booking a table and make your onw opinion how amazing this restaurant actually is
Scott Anderton . 2024-10-16
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This is an absolute hidden gem of a restaurant. We discovered it on a whim and found not only reasonable prices, dedicated staff but some of the best food we've had served at a restaurant. The prices are your typical chain restaurant price circa 10-15 for a main although what your served would put many top tier restaurants to shame. The specials are often divine and if you're ever lucky enough for the chicken burger to be on the special, don't pass it up. Can not recommend highly enough 6*s if possible.
Gary . 2024-10-09
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The most fabulous meal (Venison & Fish and Chips) and cocktails at Whistlers! Hats off to the chef and front of house team.
Lara . 2024-10-05
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We had an exceptional meal for seven of us on Saturday evening. Some of the best food any of us had had for a long time, from the home made bread to the delicious desserts. A lovely, cosy restaurant with great and friendly service. A very special evening.
Susan K . 2024-09-29
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Arrived late after a long drive. Looking for someone who would accept us and our dog. Very dog friendly, great staff and mose inportantly great food. If you are in the area check it out.
Richard Roughley . 2024-09-27
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No atmosphere, terrible music and when asked if we could move (in an empty restaurant) was told we couldn’t as the seats were reserved and they’d figured out a ‘seating plan’ ……. In an empty restaurant 🫠 awful service.
Valentino A . 2024-09-22
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We ate here on a Wednesday evening for a pre-theatre dinner and were delighted with every aspect of the meal. Great service, good value choices and both the starter and mains were more than perfect. Their chef really knows how to mix flavours and treat dishes like Scallops with the respect it deserves. We were finished by 6.50 which was perfect timing.
Steve Morton . 2024-09-19
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Six of us went along and had a the taster menu. It was absolutely fantastic; one of the party didn't want pigeon so that was swapped out with no hassle and cheese substituted for the desserts for a diabetes sufferer and others. Food was lovely and Kerry's wine selection for the 'flight of wine' was enjoyed by all those who had it. Really enjoyable, informal evening with delicious food and wines. Thank you so much. We will be back!
JakesMum59 . 2024-09-08
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Our meal plan was to go to Sainsbury's to get some food to bbq (we were only staying for one night in the area), but on our way we found this delightful restaurant and we are so glad we did. Hospitality was exceptional, food was heavenly for all 3 courses each, cocktails absolutely bang on and the atmosphere was fantastic. Thoroughly enjoyed ourselves and a night to remember
Jess Adams . 2024-08-29
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Lovely, locally prepared dishes, with excellent variety and nice touches to invigorate old menu favourites. Loved the aubergine puree and Chinese style dressing on the salad with my fish cakes, for example. The duck main was also well prepared. Nice and crispy. The vegetables and mashed potatoes with mustard were a nice combination. Service very attentive. Would definitely recommend this venue ❤️
Muriel Swijghuisen Reigersberg . 2024-08-25
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When I walked in it was quiet and wasn't what I had pictured when reading reviews but the food did not disappoint. Even the bread at the beginning was the best bread I have ever eaten. We had pigeon and scallop for starters, both had steak for dinner and for dessert we had sticky toffee pudding and Eton mess. I honestly couldn't fault a thing. Nathan the cook is very talented everything was cooked to perfection and presented immaculately.
Carly Read . 2024-08-22
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I brought my husband here for his birthday while we were visiting the Cotswolds. We had the tasting menu for £70, we loved it! Their homemade bread is delicious, and our favourite from the tasting menu was the cured trout and scallop. The beef fillet was perfectly cooked. The service was also great, very friendly. We will definitely visit again next time we are here!
Somerset Couple . 2024-08-18
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Just wanted hot drinks, and both arrived with a mini slice of cho brownie which was a lovely touch. Unfortunately we hadn't long had breakfast which meant we didn't feel like food, but it looked amazing. Spotless toilets👍the lady that served us was very polite. Would definitely recommend this lovely old building.
HelmarkCardiff . 2024-08-11
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Great atmosphere and service, we had the steak and duck, which were excellent. Highly recommended.
Gary Lee . 2024-08-11
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We were staying in Chipping Norton and after reading reviews we decided to eat here. The atmosphere was good, the food was freshly cooked and delicious and we loved the small loaf of white/brown bread served with creamed herb butter before our meal. Lovely evening.
casswife . 2024-08-10
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unique place to go. expect surprises and a flourish out of the norm. staff are friendly polite and chefs have a je ne se quoi type of performance with creative quirky fresh ambience backdrop... be brave and give a whirl if u in Cotswolds u will feel satisfied and serene imo
Lee Carruthers . 2024-08-03
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Found this by chance on our wedding anniversary in July. Lovely light lunch of trout and salad with fresh bread baked on premises. Loaf was half white and half brown and so delicious. Coffee afterwards came with home baked mini square of chocolate brownie. Service very friendly and helpful. It helped to make our anniversary special.
PL Thomas . 2024-08-03
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The duck was amazing, highly recommend
Matthew Howard-Coombe . 2024-07-12
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Went to Whistlers for evening meal and had a great experience. Service was great food was great and they accommodated us last minute as they were busy when we phoned to book.
Thymeout Team . 2024-07-07
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My error was to mistake TV for reality. We saw this restaurant on Come Dine With Me Professionals and thought it looked worth making a special trip to try it out. Sadly, it turned out to be a very disappointing experience. I can compliment the service - the waitress was friendly and polite. My husband’s pizza was too oily but just about passable. He was not much mpressed with it though. Unfortunately, my main course salad was one of the worst salads I have ever had and it was certainly very expensive for what it was, at £17.00. It comprised a dollop of pale yellow, watery and yet slightly oily hummus that was tasteless and under-seasoned and which had a few pieces of candied nuts floating in it; a few limp and wet pieces of lettuce next to it with some very soft and watery bits of yellow and orange bell pepper (supposedly roasted) arranged on top of it - like a few squishy caterpillars on the lettuce. Also quite tasteless. I decided to order some bread to go with it because the potion size was small and it was all very wet and hard to eat. To be completely fair, the bread was nice but the balsamic butter accompanying it was greasy and odd tasting. I don’t know what the other menu items are like but my meal was totally sub-standard and grossly overpriced. I left the restaurant feeling very let down and extremely disappointed. ☹️
Karen M . 2024-07-06
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Amazing food - the best I can remember in a long time. Friendly, professional service from Hannah. Our favourite evening out in Chipping Norton by far. And dog friendly too!
Jane T . 2024-07-04
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Super dining experience in the heart of Chippy. Could not fault the food or service, it was outstanding. Relaxing dining atmosphere, with food service that was some the best we have experienced recently. Izzy front of house was excellent.
Mark Silvester . 2024-06-07
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Fantastic food and lovely service. Would definitely recommend!
Anna F (Annabanana) . 2024-05-30
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Only in town one night and luckily for us they serve pizza on Wednesday and Thursday nights, as this is what we fancied. Pizzas were top notch and sticky toffee pudding also first class. Staff very friendly all in all a great little restaurant, very satisfied customers.
VickyGrays . 2024-05-08
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My partner & I visited Whistlers this week and enjoyed an absolutely gorgeous meal and drinks. The fresh bread with beef fat butter to start - wow. And the starters & mains we enjoyed (Asparagus starter & duck and cod mains) were simply divine - highly recommend. Staff super friendly and the restaurant has a romantic cosy candle lit look. Get a little dressed up & treat yourself to a meal here, you won’t regret it.
Amy Mayers . 2024-05-04
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Terrible service. After waiting for 10 minutes the poor server was mid taking our order when another server ran over telling him off and to take someone else’s order. Incredibly rude. Not our fault if they are disorganised. Would not recommend. Ended up leaving as the server said it would be a long wait for our food.
Aniqa Rauf . 2024-05-04
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Excellent food and service, lovely environment
Wendy Wilkins . 2024-04-08
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After having lunch in the excellent Italian over the road, we looked around the small town to find somewhere for the evening to find only a selection of pubs and hotels with pies burgers and doggies. This place looked ok so we booked, it turned out to be amazing! Small cosy welcoming laid back wonderful atmosphere and superb food. Had a great relaxing night, thank you!
HarrySteele7 . 2024-04-07
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So incredibly impressed were we with our visit to Whistlers last night that I was intrigued to identify the hugely talented chef who had treated us to such an amazing dinner. For, we were honestly blown away by the sheer quality of the food we received. First course, a simple bowl of soup you might say but this one was bursting with such interesting flavours it stopped you in your tracks. Just delicious. And accompanied by beautiful homemade bread. Then, the main course……oh my goodness! Exquisite pieces of cod served with such beautiful mushroom risotto, gorgeous aubergine purée and a delicious creamy tomato sauce that I had to pause at each mouthful to take in all the incredible flavours. I didn’t want it to end! On top of this the restaurant itself was relaxed and characterful, the menu well priced, the staff super friendly and eager to please - so was there a problem? Well, yes. I regret that when the chef (Nathan Phelps - I’ve seen your photo!) appeared in the bar at the end of the evening I did not take the trouble to thank him for giving us a truly unforgettable experience. But hopefully he’ll read this review and know. Mel and Anne Dunn
sdcotland . 2024-03-30
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My husband and I had the most incredible meal here this evening. The flavours were insane and the dishes were beautifully presented. We were greeted with a friendly smile and the service from Kerry was excellent. We're not local but will definitely be paying Whistler's another visit when we're next in the area.
Storyteller694819 . 2024-03-27
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I had the best pork belly dish I have EVER had last night, at Whistler’s. And I have had a few! The combination of AMAZING pork belly, amazing potato creations and the purple sprouting broccoli and buttery, sauce and puréed veg, honestly .. out of this world and nothing has topped this 🥰. On top of that , the bread and olives were a stunning surprise, all homemade and warm, a clever brown and white mixed mini loaf, crispy on the crust and light and fluffy inside, paired with balsamic butter.. something I have never had but , trust me, it was an absolute treat! The staff are outstanding too. 10/10 for the best place to eat in Chipping Norton. Thank you, I’m planning my next visit ♥️
Lisa Bickell . 2024-03-23
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Really enjoyable meal from an interesting menu in a lovely setting. The set menu is great value, but we got swayed by dessert😋
Rachel McQuilliam . 2024-03-01
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Lovely food and such a helpful Australian manager. Really enjoyed our lunch and coffee. We had olives and bread to start, then risotto and fish cakes. Both excellent.
Margaret K . 2024-02-24
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I Took old school friends from Wales to Whistlers last night. I have been there many many times and have loved it. Last night, the food and the service were amazing, as I expected. I have never had fish and chips as good! Wow! Our compliments to Nathan. As they say in Wales, llongyrfarchiadau 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼
Marilyn Steward . 2024-02-24
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Cracking little restaurant! I'd never been here but knew Chipping Norton. Having just left the cinema needing food, they were able to squeeze us in, unbooked, at half 5. I've just got home from the restaurant and sat down, but was immediately compelled to leave a review, it was that yummy. We only had 90 minutes for the table so had bread and olives, followed by a main. The bread was delicious and Olives flavourful but the smooth light pate unknown thing was out of this world. We couldn't work out what it was but the taste was to die for. It turned out it was a foamed balsamic butter. I asked to buy a pot of it to take home but chef was too busy to want to get some potted up for me. Minor grumble as it wouldn't have taken him long but if the only bad point was that I couldn't take home their special butter, that's saying something. The pork belly with creamy winter greens, mustard sauce and potato dauphinoise was absolutely delicious. Both me and my friend, who had duck, said that each component was packed with flavour. I will definitely be going back, everyone was mmming about their food around us. Mains about £25 on average, nice atmosphere, good service.
SarahBloxham . 2024-02-03
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We enjoyed a wonderful dinner in romantic, chic atmosphere that transported you away from the winter. The food choices were plentiful, and the dishes we had were well sized and very tasty. A nice wine list to accompany. Service was relaxed and very friendly. All in all, very good and would return to the area just to eat here again.
melb585 . 2024-02-03
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Good food, Chippy is always nice.
Ian Brearley . 2023-12-12
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Lovely terrine and hake filet from the Christmas menu. We met a charming couple while taking in the comedy show after dinner. It was a stitch.
Christopher Konrad . 2023-12-07
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We enjoyed a delicious meal in this lovely small bistro . Staff were welcoming and the service excellent. We had some bread and olives to start. The bread was fresh and the balsamic butter a real treat. We both chose and very much enjoyed the duck confit main course which was served with a great well cooked selection of vegetables. Our desserts of figs in mulled wine and Christmas pudding crème brûlée were equally excellent. If we are ever in chipping Norton again we won’t hesitate to return here.
DRMTJ . 2023-12-02
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I don't like being told off for being early because other diners turned up late. The owner (?) was patronising and defensive
Edwina L . 2023-12-01
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This has got to be, hands down, the greatest tasting food that doesn’t currently have a mitchalin star! The staff offered us bread and olives while we waited for our starters, this was warm freshly baked bread with a ball of balsamic butter, this kicked the meal off perfectly. Our Salmon, Pigion and Scalop starters were cooked to perfection with the greatest care for balance and textures that a chef could conduct. Our risotto had the grace of a couple of swans dancing! The cheese and truffle complimented each other so beautifully. The elegance of the whole meal was outstanding! We couldn’t be more happy that the food was Divine.
Tom Frewin . 2023-11-29
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We had a wonderful meal at Whistlers. From the starters, to the venison with a well balanced plate and a delicious gravy to a delicious sticky toffee pudding. Food was delicious and I was surprised the restaurant was pretty quiet. Also tried a Romanian Pinot Noir, great recommendation. Close to many nearby Cotswolds towns and I would highly recommend this for a dinner option.
Yolande M . 2023-11-17
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Delicious food! Had the trout starter, very light, fresh and perfectly seasoned. We both has the venison - loved it!
Yolande Moller . 2023-11-08
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Michelin level quality at pub level pretentiousness. The perfect place. Has live music, comedy, and overall great vibes.
Katharina Werner . 2023-10-31
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If I can, I would like to rate their food 6-star. Simply dishes like duck breast and cod fillet are excellent. A hidden gem restaurant in Chipping Norton!
KH N . 2023-10-27
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My partner & I had the tasting menu at Whistlers as a treat to celebrate a special occasion and every course was excellent, the range of flavours complementing each other on every dish. Our particular favourites were the monkfish tail with celeriac mash and apple, and the fillet steak. One thing to note is that the tasting menu will change regularly depending on the availability of fresh ingredients - this didn't bother us as we were open to trying new things but if you're keen to confirm what will be on the menu I'd recommend calling on the day. The service was equally great - we were made to feel very welcome and all staff were friendly and talkative. This really is a hidden gem and somewhere we will be sure to return to. If you're staying in Chipping Norton then add this to your list, you won't be disappointed.
monkwithaknife . 2023-10-22
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A fantastic experience. Wonderful food, atmosphere & service. My partner & I had the tasting menu at Whistlers as a treat to celebrate a special occasion and every course was excellent, the range of flavours complementing each other on every dish. Our particular favourites were the monkfish tail with celeriac mash and apple, and the fillet steak. One thing to note is that the tasting menu will change regularly depending on the availability of fresh ingredients - this didn't bother us as we were open to trying new things but if you're keen to confirm what will be on the menu I'd recommend calling on the day. The service was equally great - we were made to feel very welcome and all staff were friendly and talkative. This really is a hidden gem and somewhere we will be sure to return to. If you're staying in Chipping Norton then add this to your list, you won't be disappointed.
Jack Stewardson . 2023-10-22
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First time dining alone. What a lovely place, beautiful food and the waitress, Kerry, was lovely and I felt very relaxed and looked after here....And..imagine my delight !!..a soft, stong cheese, soaked in brandy!! What's not like! Thank you!
Sally . 2023-10-19
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Great little hidden treasure in Chipping Norton. Lovely food, atmosphere and service. Definitely recommend to pop in there if you're visiting the area.
Mariusz Wasowski . 2023-10-16
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Extremely well cooked seasonal food, great service. Will definitely be back
Kate Banks . 2023-10-14
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Absolutely wonderful food!! And much better value and a more interesting menu than the gastropubs around.
Gillian Ghosh . 2023-10-13
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We were celebrating our 11th wedding anniversary. Whistlers menu ticked all of our boxes so we decided to give them a chance. So glad we did as the menu was select, varied and tempting. Both our starters and main courses did not disappoint and in fact were refreshing and delicious. Nothing negative to say at all. The chef who works here clearly has a passion for creating great tasting dishes. This place is definitely a little hidden gem and would highly recommend if like us, visiting the area or who are local.
DayTrip06016586982 . 2023-10-07
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The food was delicious,very well presented. Our waiter Ed was very helpful and knowledgeable. Second visit here and the quality was just the as good as our first visit. Will definitely return again.
Mick P . 2023-09-23
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From the moment we walked in, we were greeted by a smiling waiter, Hannah, who showed us to our table and introduced the menu and was there for any question or request, nothing was too much. The food was incredible, so fresh and imaginative. It detonated a chef that cooks with passion for each dish, as if they were to be receiving it, as the diner on a special occasion. We had the pork begniet and beetroot with goats cheese as starters, the sirloin and cod fillet as main and shared the lemon meringue cheesecake for desert and they were all truly stunning. The value of it all is unbelievable. My wife had the beetroot and Cod fillet, both included in their £30 starter/main offer. The wine and drinks were excellent, a superb bottle of English rose at £35 and a superbly recommended glass of red to go with the steak. We loved our time at Whistlers and can’t wait for an excuse to come back again!
dave_thomas1993 . 2023-09-11
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We ate at Whistlers on Saturday night before going the the Theatre to watch a film. Arrived at 6.00, although they were serving from 5.30 and my wife ordered the pork belly and had the cider battered monkfish. These were the best meals we have tasted in the past 12 months. Great ingredients cooked perfectly and served with great charm. They even gave us a 10% discount as were going to the Theatre! Perfect start to an unforgettable evening in Chipping Norton.
SteveMorton2013 . 2023-08-28
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Me and my girlfriend dined on a Saturday evening. The staff were attentive and friendly from start to finish! There was a wide range of food and drink choice especially for someone with an allergy. Would definitely recommend this little spot in the Cotswolds
Samuelcopsey . 2023-08-21
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We made a reservation as the reviews seemed good and we thought it would be hard to get into. We turned up at our 5:30 booking to find we were the only people. It felt a little awkward but as we had our meal more people arrived but they only filled 3 other tables. The staff was very friendly and chatty. When taking our order my wife told the waitress about her gluten intolerance and even though the menu said gluten free she insisted on noting it down. The wait for food wasn’t very long and tasted great, my wife absolutely loved the risotto. Even though we had a starter and main we still felt hungry and opted to get dessert too. The sticky toffee pudding was delicious even though it fell apart as the waiter brought it over, they apologised and it doesn’t affect the taste so didn’t bother me. After we had finished our table was cleared of plates and was told to take our time before asking for the bill. Overall great food but we still felt hungry so it just didn’t fill us. It’s expensive and I would’ve hoped to walk away feeling like I was going to pop.
SenkaWolf . 2023-08-05
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Booked a few weeks back asked to pull the booking forward by an hour … didn’t think I would get sat at the door …. Down for two days the meal the night before was awful in another place read reviews before booking both. Won’t be back . Went for soup nice but £9.50 🤷♀️ fish and chips how can you get that wrong they did so badly and pulled pork normally succulent and moist not here dried out re heat turned people away .. wished they had downed us away
lyndajones4whitegate . 2023-07-23
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The most beautiful, delightful, friendly, peaceful, place you could ever visit. The food was splendid, tasty, pretty. Your taste buds will tingle with delight. The service was top of the tree, the young 18 yr old lad is a star in the making & Hannah was a delight and I give her 11 out of 10 for her wonderful service & manner. Please please try to eat here you will not regret it
Ollybanner . 2023-07-07
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We visited local favourite Whistlers for a mid-week dinner. I'm delighted to report that each dish was a revelation. I had the Orkney scallop starter, Chalk Stream Trout main course and a cheeseboard finale. The staff was attentive, knowledgeable, and passionate, providing insights and recommendations. A must-visit for culinary enthusiasts in the Cotswolds.
ChippingClaudia . 2023-07-06
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Excellent, most friendly people and best chips I've ever had
Christopher Brumbaugh . 2023-07-05
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Truly amazing experience, food was absolutely delicious and homemade
Stephen Padgham . 2023-07-05
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My partner and I visited Whistlers over the weekend for dinner – what can we say, simply stunning. The menu is on another level with delicious food, extremely well executed by Nathan. The scallop and fish cake starters were excellent, as was the cod fillet main; it literally just fell apart. The pesto risotto was a lovely addition and really brought out the flavours of the fish. The bread was on another level, warm and soft (pictures below). There is an extensive wine menu, we enjoyed a couple of bottles of New Zealand white - needless to say Kerry was extremely informative (and welcoming), as was Hannah and Jacob (waiting staff) who couldn’t do enough. They are a credit to Whistlers. As the evening progressed we could see it was popular with the vast numbers arriving, which again illustrates the fantastic food and service. We will be back that's for sure, make sure you give it a try if in Chippy or nearby. You won’t be disappointed!
212Derry . 2023-06-26
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My partner and I visited Whistlers over the weekend for dinner – what can we say, simply stunning. The menu is on another level with delicious food, extremely well executed by Nathan. The scallop and fish cake starters were excellent, as was the cod fillet main; it literally just fell apart. The pesto risotto was a lovely addition and really brought out the flavours of the fish. The bread was on another level, warm and soft (pictures below). There is an extensive wine menu, we enjoyed a couple of bottles of New Zealand white - needless to say Kerry was extremely informative (and welcoming), as was Hannah and Jacob (waiting staff) who couldn’t do enough. They are a credit to Whistlers. As the evening progressed we could see it was popular with the vast numbers arriving, which again illustrates the fantastic food and service. We will be back that's for sure, make sure you give it a try if in Chippy or nearby. You won’t be disappointed!
Liam McG . 2023-06-26
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Found this place on our second night, shame we didn’t find it earlier. The food was absolutely delicious, freshly cooked and very good value. Helped by the whole atmosphere of the place. The staff very very helpful and friendly. If we ever go back that way we would certainly visit here again.
yvonneb971 . 2023-06-24
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Amazing food. Amazing service. One word: Outstanding!
Stephen Taylor . 2023-06-23
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We enjoyed our lunch at Whistlers very much - everything was delicious and a cheerful friendly atmosphere
Jennifer Faulkner . 2023-06-09
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Delicious food, lovely vibe, highly recommend. The bread and olive platter, in particular, was a real hit. The bread was like eating a pillowy cloud! Dog friendly too 🐶
Charlotte Cuenot . 2023-05-06
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Service was great, friendly and attentive. The portions were good and everything was well cooked and presented. The ribeye steak was ok, the risotto was lovely and the smoked salmon was also really good. The background music could have been a little louder so you didn't feel like you were listening to other people's conversation but it was still a lovely evening. We'll be back for more soon.
Richard Spann . 2023-04-08
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Fabulous meal. Service by Annette first. Excellent value.
Carol Shields . 2023-04-07
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I can't praise the place, people, food or atmosphere enough. Dog friendly too. Steps in might be an issue for some. Definitely recommend booking first as it gets full up and has entertainment on too some nights.
Nicola Whittle . 2023-03-28
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The food was great (lovely bread and olives as nibbles for example) and the staff attentive without being omnipresent. It is however a compact space so sound carries. There were however 2 larger parties in at the same time hence it did become difficult to hear our own conversation. As we had loads to catch up on with our friends after 5 years absence that was our disappointment re atmosphere.
Beverley Mason . 2023-03-25
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Amazing experience food was excellent the 6 course tasting menu is a must... Anett was super friendly and attentive would highly recommend Whistler's 5 *
Brett Mathews . 2023-03-11
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Attended a comedy night at Whistler's and had a fantastic time! Great turn out and atmosphere, nice variety of very funny comedians, cute and quirky restaurant with amazing staff!! Can't wait for the next one!!
Diana Passmore . 2023-03-03
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Really enjoyed our candlelit Valentines day dinner. Food was excellent. Service was a little slow as place full and all diners ordered at essentially the same time. Staff did a great job.
John Paul Stallard . 2023-02-19
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Garbage town and even more Garbage food!!
Sean Alexander . 2023-02-10
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This really is a gem! We had dinner here and every dish was beautiful. Everyone agreed it was up there with the nicest meals we’ve had in years… and for a great price. The staff are lovely too. We’ll be back very soon!
Craig Harvey . 2022-12-24
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Great Restaurant with amazing food and service
Matthew Passmore . 2022-12-24
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We booked in advance for 5 people to celebrate my 60th birthday We ordered steaks ribs eye but already run out and also lamb shank , we were asked to changed to sirloin steak. Steak taste really good but It was served in 5 slices per plate, very disappointed it should be served whole steak not in slices.
Annabelle Bloomfield . 2022-12-10
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Lovely atmosphere, great service. But the start of the show was the food - which was amazing. We had the Venison special and everything was simply delicious. Highly recommend a visit if you are visiting the area
Carolina Samea . 2022-10-09
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Delicious food, lovely service and a really nice relaxing atmosphere. Great for gluten free and vegetarian - high quality food but with a relaxed feel.
Hannah Power . 2022-09-23
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Oyster mushroom risotto followed by vanilla brulee - absolutely scrummy
Jakki Giles . 2022-09-21
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Food was excellent. Had the fish cake and trout from the set menu which were both delicious and bursting with flavour. For desert we shared the vanilla brûlée which was a perfect way to end the evening. Service was prompt and friendly, will definitely be back.
Charlie Fisher . 2022-09-13
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Visited whistlers last week for a meal, I throughly enjoyed the 3 courses I had from their set menu - the soup and homemade bread to start was especially good. The trout with pesto risotto was also delicious. The staff were extremely attentive and welcoming. Will definitely be back for another meal soon!
Lauren Hester . 2022-09-13
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Great fun and very friendly staff
Ian Finney . 2022-08-31
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Loved the food. Such unique tastes and lovely atmosphere. Very friendly staff and good choices for vegetarians.
Priya Rajendran . 2022-07-28
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Staff were great but unfortunately the food didn't match up. It was be us as there's lots of good reviews but wasn't to our liking.
Malcolm Woodward . 2022-07-02
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Booked a table for two for Whistlers after walking past when we visited Chipping Norton last week. Went on Saturday night and it was nearly full so a lovely atmosphere. The waitress was lovely, very attentive without being overbearing and the owners brother was visiting from Australia and working that night - he was great ! The menu was fantastic - they do a set menu, a tasting menu or a la carte- which was what we had. A lot of the food was Gluten free which I need so it was perfect ! The food was outstanding - best meal we had in the week we stayed in Oxford. I had the scallop, then the John Dory and then the strawberry and raspberry terrine - divine ! A lovely restaurant with lovely staff and amazing food - highly recommended! No photos of food I’m afraid - it was so good I forgot 🙈
Zoe Morse . 2022-06-28
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What a find, what a jewel of a restaurant, tucked neatly away in the heart of Chipping Norton. I was there yesterday for dinner with my wife and we both loved it. The food was utterly delicious. The service was professional and friendly. Also the background music was great. If there were more stars to give, I would. Well done indeed :)
Corrado La Torre . 2022-06-16
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Amazing food and great service, highly recommended
Craig Davis . 2022-06-15
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Food was good ,friendly service,had a 8 coures dinner ,sad they a other customers with crying babies which spoiled the evening ,not too happy with the service charge
Roland Schall . 2022-06-12
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I came in while an amazing Irish folk band were playing. The atmosphere was great, and the service was very friendly, even if I did knock over a pint.
Harry Richardson . 2022-05-10
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Flavoursome food, well cooked, but eyewateringly expensive. London prices in a small provincial town can't be justified.
John Ashton . 2022-03-26
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What a wonderful find this restaurant was. Fabulous food and wonderful service. My only regret is I won’t have time to return for another dinner before returning to Australia. Well done guys for a truly wonderful experience.👍
frank shave . 2022-03-24
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Excellent service and amazing food, definitely be back.
Karl Wilson . 2022-03-04
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