Reviews - The Red Lion - Oxford
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Linda P. • 2 reviews
15 March 2025
8/10
We were seated quickly but had to catch a waiter to be asked about a drink, by which time we were ready to order our food. The wait for drinks was too long, we’d been seated 25 minutes before they arrived and food 40 minutes. I had put on the booking it was a pre theatre booking. However, the food was delicious, belly pork with scallops and the lamb shank. A saving grace as it was my husbands birthday!
Tony R. • 21 reviews
18 January 2025
7.5/10I would recommend this spot in Oxford. The food and service are all good.
Annmarie U. • 7 reviews
15 September 2024
10/10What a lovely Sunday roast! There were a lot of choices and the beef was cooked perfectly. It was a great portion size as well. Our server,Sarah, was lovely and attentive. I would definitely go back.
Romelio H. • 2 reviews
22 June 2024
9.5/10Excellent service. Professional staff. The place was a little loud outdoors (Saturday night), so they found us a table inside. Very good experience.
Nina M. • 21 reviews
12 May 2024
4.5/10
The lady that was serving the “restaurant “ section greeted us nicely and promptly took our drinks & food order. They were out of most drink but managed to order something and she was accommodating to our request. The drinks took a while and we had to ask again. The starter came out quickly, it was your standard baked camembert, no complains there, we finished and had to wait a fair amount as our server wasn’t there, she came back, took payment for the other two tables and didn’t pay much attention to us. Our starter was removed as the mains arrived. The mains (Beef Sunday Roast) looked like they’ve been sitting on the pass for a while. The meat was overcooked and super dry as were the yorkshire puddings, I asked for more gravy but it never arrived. The potatoes seemed completely boiled and slightly roasted and with the three key elements so dry and disappointing, we didn’t venture the rest of the vegetables. Overall it wasn’t a good experience, one of the worse Sunday Roast I’ve had
Ian B. • 1 review
27 December 2023
9.5/10Well presented, tasty food with standards and some interesting options on the menu, attentive friendly service.
Lynn W. • 1 review
4 December 2023
9.5/10Our waitress was very helpful when we were choosing which wine to have. She took our food order when she delivered wine and water to our table. Food arrived very quickly, starters were delicious,the mushrooms could have done with a little more flavour,trout and crab rillett was very tasty. Traditional Christmas turkey dinner arrived at the table hot and plentiful. We wernt able to have dessert as we were full up!
Julie S. • 1 review
2 December 2023
7/10Our waitress was lovely apologetic for the lack of heating, it was so cold in there. We were sat next to a radiator which we placed our coats over to block the cold coming from the radiator. Very crowded tables to close together no room. Possibly the worst time I’ve ever visited The Red Lion which is sad as normally enjoy going there.
Nicholas M. • 2 reviews
22 October 2023
10/10Went for a Sunday roast with family from out of town, however we found out once we got there that they were out of roasts. This was very disappointing. The food we did get was quite good however. As well, the facilities worked well for us with a toddler. They have a high chair and change table available making the booking much less stressful
Denise Y. • 1 review
14 September 2023
9/10Service and food was very good. Staff were very attentive. Just a shame there were not more diners in at the same time to create an atmosphere. I appreciate that is something that is out of your control.
Gabriella S. • 2 reviews
18 June 2023
10/10Great dining experience at The Red Lion. Excellent service especially by Alison and Jess. The Father’s Day Sunday Roast was great value and the starter, main and puddings were delicious! Beautiful presentation of each course - very impressive!
Jelena G. • 1 review
11 June 2023
10/10What a wonderful experience at the Red Lion. The Staff were exceptional! Did feel sorry for them though as no Air con and they really were working hard! Food was fantastic, we had the Pork Belly would highly recommend this roast dinner. Will definitely be back again. Thank you to all @ The Red Lion.
Linden B. • 1 review
5 June 2023
3.5/10My wife ordered the mushroom risotto which was listed as the chief special. It was inedible. The accompanying broccoli was over salted and also inedible. The lamb dinner was good. The burgers were ok. They take reservations like a restaurant but it’s a pub. Everything is ordered at the bar - which is fine if you know it’s just a pub. Drinks were excellent.
Janetta T. • 2 reviews
30 April 2023
5/10The food was mediocre at best. My scallops were overcooked and tough, the risotto they sat on was stodgy and Luke warm. My husband had the mushroom starter which was tepid at best and his roast beef dinner was tasty but basically Luke warm and cold by the time he had finished it. We were disappointed and will be unlikely to return. The staff were pleasant but service was a little slow and disjointed.
HANNAH S. • 1 review
9 April 2023
9/10We went Easter Sunday for a family lunch the food was very good and the service the young lady that served us was very helpful and kind. We would recommend The Red Lion in oxford .
Deborah H. • 4 reviews
3 February 2023
7/10Turned up with time to spare which was lucky as by the time we got even remotely acknowledged at the bar only to be told they had no idea about the dinner seating and a reluctant “point” towards another area was given we were on time! Had to wait whilst the lady looked to see if our table was ready then seated at a table for 5 when there was only 2 of us. It was a mix between a “spoons” and a pub and felt very odd and not what we were expecting at all. Luckily our waitress, Nell, managed to redeem the pub by providing a nice efficient service. Food was good - hubby had the salmon which was nice but not very big - and I had the pizza which despite being topped with loads of peppery greens was nice. Had a few drinks which were again nice but didn’t stay for dessert but decided to go for a walk and find somewhere else.
Alexey S. • 16 reviews
5 August 2022
8.5/10
One of the few places that accept online reservations in Oxford. Although maybe that wasn't necessary, the place is huge, so plenty of tables available. The food was good, if a bit salty, like in may other pubs. Dishes arrived very quickly, in under 10 minutes. I also would like to thank Nell for the fantastic service!
Elizabeth m. • 1 review
23 July 2022
3.5/10No attention, had to ask for our bottle of wine we order after 20 mins when other ppl were served before us. Had to return a pot after it had a crack and piece of clay missing off it., should of been in the bin not on my plate. Waited 20 mins for ice after asked twice . Think this place only looks after regulars.
Michael P. • 1 review
10 June 2022
10/10Great service, absolutely beautiful food. Liam our waiter was very polite and professional. It’s a brilliant place, don’t hesitate to book it for a meal or just catch up for drinks.
Almona C. • 1 review
3 June 2022
9.5/10
The service at the Red Lion in Oxford was excellent and having dined at a number of restaurants in Oxford Centre, it is one of the best eateries locally. Not to be missed!
Angela C. • 1 review
7 May 2022
9/10A vibrant atmosphere but the maitre d' took the time to find us a quieter table. The vegan menu wasn't running but there were enough options on the main menu to satisfy all. Food was all competently done. The best approach to allergies that I have ever experienced (particularly appreciated because I'd had a nut scare at lunch).
Leonardo R. • 3 reviews
17 April 2022
9/10Good place for Sunday Roast. The restaurant is nice, the food is good and the service is outstanding. I recommend the trio.
Eric B. • 6 reviews
13 February 2022
8.5/10Very good restaurant, not pub, in Oxford
Sonia M. • 2 reviews
26 September 2021
8.5/10This is a really nicely done out restaurant with a great beer garden right in the middle of town. Whilst I can’t complain about the food which was delicious it did take a long time to get served at the bar due to lack of staff (maybe they are recruiting and it’s out of their hands?)
Sam O. • 2 reviews
22 August 2021
9.5/10A nice looking traditional pub from the outside. An excellent restaurant inside. Modern and spacious but nicely done. The staff were really friendly and helpful and the food exceeded expectations. Good value for money too. Highly recommended
Vicky S. • 1 review
1 July 2021
9/10I went with my daughter & two grand children (age 4 & 1). We went in the week one afternoon. We booked on the app, it was very quiet inside but there was a few people outside. The staff were warm with very good customer care, the food arrived in a good amount of time. They do offer a children menu they even had a small knife & fork which was brilliant. The food was tasty, hot & fresh. We will be going again.
linda G. • 2 reviews
4 June 2021
3/10Poor quality food. Bad value for money. Worst meal out in quite a few years...........................................................
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