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The Folly


The Folly restaurant reviews




Average rating: 4.4
My partner and I visited The Folly Restaurant for drinks while waiting for our Oxford River Cruise, and it was a wonderful experience. The restaurant enjoys a beautiful riverside setting, with a lovely outdoor seating area that is perfect for relaxing on a warm summer's day.
Although we only stopped by for drinks, they were excellent, and the service was very good. A particularly convenient feature was the option to pre order drinks for our river cruise, which we gladly took advantage of.
As an added bonus, we had the pleasure of meeting Lilo and Stitch, the restaurant's 2 ducks, which brought an extra touch of charm and fun to our visit.
The river cruise itself was fantastic, made even better by our guide, Reuben, who was excellent throughout. His knowledge of riverside landmarks was impressive, and he shared it in an engaging and informative way that really enhanced the experience.
Overall, The Folly is a lovely spot to enjoy a drink and soak up the riverside atmosphere, and the river cruise is a highly recommended addition to any visit to Oxford.




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The Folly guide awards history
| Date | Guide | Old Award | New Award |
|---|---|---|---|
| August 2022 | AA Guide | No Rosettes | ![]() |
| July 2022 | AA Guide | Added to Guide | No Rosettes |
The Folly FAQs
The Folly is not currently listed in the Michelin Guide.
The Folly currently holds 1 AA Rosette, which was awarded in August 2022.
1 Folly Bridge, Oxford, OX1 4JU.
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The nearest train station to The Folly is Oxford, approximately 0.76 miles away (as the crow flies).
Our most recent description of the cuisine type served at The Folly is Modern British.
Yes, we believe The Folly (or the associated hotel/parent venue) serves afternoon tea. Please note that afternoon tea may not be provided by the same restaurant team and may be served in a different dining area if this restaurant resides in a hotel or larger parent venue. Please visit the restaurant website to learn more.