Best Restaurants in Oxfordshire

In total, there are 46 award winning restaurants in Oxfordshire, based on the combined awards from the leading UK restaurant guides.

Were you expecting to see more restaurants in Oxfordshire? Remember at Leading Restaurants we only list restaurants holding awards from major restaurant guides; currently less than 3% of all restaurants in the UK and Ireland hold an award from a major guide.

The best restaurant in Oxfordshire is The Nut Tree Inn in Murcott (based on our unique combination of the leading UK restaurant guides) where head chef Michael North serves up award winning Modern British Cuisine. The Nut Tree Inn currently holds 1 Michelin Star, 3 AA Rosettes and a ranking of 83rd in UK in the Hardens Top 100.

There is currently a single listed Michelin Star restaurant in Oxfordshire which holds 1 Michelin star. There is also 1 restaurant holding a Michelin Bib Gourmand and 21 restaurants holding a standard Michelin Guide listing.

There are currently 36 listed AA Rosette restaurants in Oxfordshire consisting of 1 restaurant holding 4 AA Rosettes, 5 restaurants holding 3 AA Rosettes, 15 restaurants holding 2 AA Rosettes and 15 restaurants holding 1 AA Rosette.

Nestled in the very heart of England, Oxfordshire is a gastronomical treasure that leaves the discerning diner spoilt for choice. Home to the world-renowned city of Oxford, this region successfully marries grand historical tradition with culinary innovation. The county has evolved from its humble past of farmhouse fare to boast a smorgasbord of dining establishments that reflect its diverse cultural landscape. From the thatched roof gastropubs of its quaint villages to the Michelin-starred eateries of Oxford, each brings its unique charm and taste, perfectly dovetailing the rich heritage with the vibrant food scene. Oxfordshire's food traditions run deep, and often hark back to its agricultural roots. Famed for its traditional real ale, local breweries such as Hook Norton and Brakspear have become cherished cornerstones of the county's pub culture. Reflecting Oxfordshire's solid commitment to local, seasonal produce, the county's dining scenes offer menus brimming with game from local estates, freshly caught trout from the Thames River, and vibrant produce from the region's orchards and farms. With such a culinary heritage and diverse topography, it's no surprise that a new generation of chefs and restaurateurs have flocked to Oxfordshire, further establishing it as a notable culinary destination in the United Kingdom.