The best restaurants in Carfax Oxford South East

We were very disappointed by our visit. The menu looked fabulous but they were out of pretty much everything - and what they did have was sub standard. I am certain the ingredients for the “ploughman’s lunch” was from the supermarket (not a crime but definitely not worth £15). The chef was sitting out the front most of the time which highlighted that they were very low on food in the kitchen. The only plus was the beer was very good. We will not be returning. Such a pity as the place has a lot of potential.

Needed a quick pitstop before catching a bus. Gents toilets not in a good state. Tables everywhere left uncleared. Drinks came quickly but food was slow and half cold. Trying not to be harsh but it wasn't exactly busy and there seemed to be plenty of staff.

One of the dirtiest KFC I went to. Everything seems dirty . Seems they would need a cleaner in this restaurant. The chicken was smallish a bit as it was out of date 😳

Hygiene and segregation? We were initially placed into an section where ethnic minorities were the main demographic I asked to sit in the warmer brighter section of the restaurant Where there was plenty of space I saw one of the staff who is a team member pulling the hair of one of his colleagues twisting it around his finger and patting her bun. Our order was then ready and he immediately reached for the plates of food without washing his hands and I had to stop him. went to wash his hands but it was too late. I lost my confidence in the hygiene standards of the restaurant. The manager said that he would speak with the staff. Hopefully the team will learn better lessons. Apparently, hairnets are not required so please look out for hair your food if you go and ensure that they wash their hands!!

The prices are ridiculous for what you get. Noisy atmosphere.

Today I was served by tyesha, she made me feel welcomed and was very patient while I was ordering.

Staff friendly, cosy atmosphere. Took a star off for sticky tables which is always off putting and staff should be trained in how to pull a pint of guiness. There is an art to it after all.

Decided to treat ourselves to lunchtime at the Ashmolean to complete our special time in Oxford. What a letdown! Had the ravioli from the limited main course menu, which was dry, tasteless and all together a big letdown / underwhelming.

Went for late lunch here the other day for my boyfriend’s birthday and all I can say is… wow! The service made the entire experience, the food was honestly just a bonus (and it was extremely delicious..). Sam was our server and he was the best server I’ve had in YEARS! He’s one of the very few left in the industry that give impeccable service. Andrea was also incredible from the second we walked through the door, as there was a slight hiccup with the booking and Andrea sorted it within the first 2 minutes of us arriving. He helped organise the cake being bought out, helped with whatever we needed and was overall just amazing and helpful. Thank you Sam and Andrea, my boyfriend and I will definitely be back and we look forward to it :)

Hosted a matriculation BOP of about 200 people here across three colleges - Somerville, GTC and Kellogg and it was great. We booked the venue quite late but the venue and the event was confirmed in hours. Moreover, the Varsity Club group was indeed absolutely exceptional with planning and service. The students, especially the new comers to Oxford, had a superb time and spoke very highly for the event and the club! The cocktails are great and the people are very welcoming and friendly! Highly recommend!

Friendly staff and really awesome beers! Splendid choice, from classic tastes to really unique ones.

It used to be a very nice place, but now the upper floor is usually closed, and the food is not comparable with the one served when they opened the business . Another company's service in decline like other thousands.

Extremely inefficient staff. Very very slow service at an off-peak time. Seems the two staff on shift are either clearly trainee or just clueless. The girl keeps hiding when one or two people walk in. Customers walking out!!

WORST WORST WORST!!! Do not ever come here. This place is not safe and needs to be closed . They speak in their own language cursing the ordering customers. They thought I didn’t know their language. Please, please stay far away from this place to be safe 🙏. Worst experience I have ever had in my life!!!! Disgusting 🤢 !!!

We were staying at the Malmaison and were attracted by the 50% steak night offer on Thursday evenings. The meal was superb - the tuna tacos starter was excellent and the steaks couldn't have been better. Very pleasant service and a bargain at 50% off steak prices as long as you order a 2nd course. If only we lived nearby!