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1. Basset Down Complex

4.7

Exceptional(1051)

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• English • Swindon

Booked 19 times today

Here at Basset Down, we’re proud to offer excellent service in a location like no other. Based in the beautiful Wiltshire countryside, we’re a family run destination for everyone to visit, for occasions large and small.Our experienced head chef has now taken centre stage in our new restaurant, which is now open to the public throughout the week. It's modern design and informal atmosphere is complimented by seasonal menus with locally sourced produce. Perfect if you’re looking for an ideal spot for lunch with friends, a day out, celebrating a special occasion or swinging by for a quick drink. We also have a selection of homemade cakes, snacks and hot/cold drinks available throughout the day.

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2. Quod Restaurant & Bar

4.6

Exceptional(5734)

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• European • Oxford

Booked 44 times today

On Oxford’s bustling High Street, peering out onto St Mary’s Church and the iconic Radcliffe Camera, Quod Restaurant & Bar with its unrivalled location forms the lively hub of the Old Bank Hotel. Regulars and visitors alike flock to Quod for its broad menu of European classics. Head chef Rohan Kashid and his team produce daily blackboard specials, a weekday set lunch menu and afternoon teas.With a striking onyx bar, original artwork, and a private dining space, the ‘Red Room’ inside, outside, Quod’s Italian garden terrace provides a vibrant Mediterranean atmosphere in the hidden heart of the city.

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3. Cricklade House Hotel

4.6

Exceptional(125)

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• International • Swindon

Booked 4 times today

With amazing views, great local produce and an award-winning new head chef our restaurant provides a fabulous backdrop for a beautiful meal. The Cricklade House Hotel is the perfect place to pop in and enjoy relaxing drink: with over 100 gins and whiskies in stock, as well as a fantastic selection of tea from Born Wild and other drinks available.

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4. The Ivy Oxford Brasserie

4.5

Awesome(8383)

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• British • Oxford

Booked 96 times today

The Ivy Oxford Brasserie is located on the bustling High Street in the heart of Oxford. Enjoy an accessible all-encompassing menu, serving British classics from dawn until dusk, including breakfast, elevenses, weekend brunch, lunch, afternoon tea, light snacks, dinner and cocktails.

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5. Ashmolean Rooftop Restaurant

4.1

Excellent(3494)

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• British • Oxford

Booked 20 times today

Experience a delightful fusion of food, wine, art, and culture at the Ashmolean Rooftop Restaurant. Whether you choose to dine in our bright and airy indoor space or on our stunning rooftop terrace with breathtaking views, you'll find the perfect setting for any occasion.We are open daily, offering lunch from 11:30 am to 3:30 pm and Afternoon Tea from 11:30 am to 4:00 pm (subject to availability). Join us for an unforgettable dining experience.After savoring your delicious meal, take a stroll through the Museum. Immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of art and explore world-famous collections, from Egyptian mummies to contemporary masterpieces, each narrating historic stories across diverse cultures.

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6. Horse Box Brasserie

4.2

Awesome(46)

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• Dining Bar • Cheltenham

Booked 6 times today

The Horse Box Brasserie and Sun drenched Atrium is Ellenborough Park’s relaxed, all-day dining space, designed for easy-going meals, flexible timings and a more informal atmosphere. Whether you’re stopping by for light nibbles which are served all day, a leisurely lunch or an unpretentious dinner, the brasserie offers a welcoming setting where good food and comfort come first. With menus served daily from 12:30 through to evening, it’s the perfect choice for casual dining at any time of day, without the formality of a traditional restaurant.With its comfy seats to sink into and a menu filled with seasonal flavours, our easy going bar is the perfect place to while away an afternoon.

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7. The Ivy Montpellier Brasserie, Cheltenham

4.5

Awesome(12014)

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• British • Cheltenham

Booked 88 times today

Ivy Montpellier Brasserie in Cheltenham offers relaxed yet sophisticated all-day dining with an all-encompassing menu serving modern British and international classics in the popular town in Gloucestershire

8. Parsonage Grill

4.7

Exceptional(2333)

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• Contemporary British • Oxford

Booked 16 times today

Founded in 1989 by Jeremy Mogford, Parsonage Grill is a Cotswold-esque bolthole located within the 5 star 17th century Old Parsonage Hotel in central Oxford on Banbury Road.Famous for its intimate, bohemian, clubby atmosphere, the Parsonage Grill and its private dining space, the ‘Pike Room’, displays a carefully curated collection of eclectic oil paintings, original stone fireplaces, leaded light windows and a Bloomsbury club ambience throughout. Outside, inspired by the legendary Jardin Majorelle, created by Yves Saint Laurent in Marrakech, a beautiful walled terrace sits dappled in the sun. This newly revitalised space seamlessly blends traditional British elegance with the vibrant energy of North Africa.The Parsonage Grill team take pride in creating classic British dishes with a modern, light touch, and are open every day of the year to enjoy breakfast, lunch, dinner and our famous afternoon teas, in the company of Oxford’s academic and literary luminaries...

9. Buckland Manor

4.4

Awesome(109)

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• British • Broadway

Booked 1 time today

The team of talented chefs at Buckland Manor work tirelessly to create mouth-watering menus that are English at their core and stay true to location, whilst remaining innovative and modern.Menus feature fresh local produce from the neighbouring Vale of Evesham, affectionately known as the market garden of England. Fresh herbs are grown in the Manor’s own grounds and, as you would expect in a house of this heritage, there is a magnificent wine cellar.Please note: the dress code for dinner and Sunday lunch is smart casual and we ask that gentlemen wear a jacket in the dining room.

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10. The Ivy Bath Brasserie and Garden

4.5

Awesome(14201)

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• British • Bath

Booked 99 times today

The Ivy Bath Brasserie and Garden offers a delightful afternoon tea experience, as highlighted in numerous reviews. Customers rave about the variety of delicious food, excellent service, and beautiful surroundings. The tea is described as 'good', 'exceptional', and 'light and fluffy', and the cakes and sandwiches are fresh. Overall, it's a highly recommended spot for a relaxing afternoon tea.

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Gerry
Gloucestershire/Wiltshire •6 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Very busy but both service and quality of food top rate. Very helpful and courteous staff. Flower beautiful too!
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Ashmolean Rooftop Restaurant££££• British• Oxford
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4.1
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AngelaGold
London •8 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Amazing food staff service and view! Amazing for coeliacs
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Cricklade House Hotel££££• International• Swindon
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4.6
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Kenny
Manchester/Greater Manchester •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Food and service were excellent. The service from Lee was informed, engaging and friendly. A limited menu but the food was beautifully cooked and presented. I thought it was good value.
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Buckland Manor££££• British• Broadway
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4.4
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Wendy
Gloucestershire/Wiltshire •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 20 Jul 2026
Never disappoints, lovely place, nicely air conditioned with good food & service, can’t ask for more. Special mention to our waitress Jackie was very efficient & attentive.
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Basset Down Complex££££• English• Swindon
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4.7
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Frances
Nottingham/Nottinghamshire •1 review
5.0
Dined on 14 Jul 2026
Lunch was perfect (although not keen on the very bitter coffee). The surroundings absolutely fabulous. Sarah, our Waitress, was amazing, friendly, polite and very attentive ... In all my restaurant visits spanning 55 years, I cannot ever recall having such a lovely person look after me when dining out. Sarah is an absolute credit to the Ellenborough team and should be highly commended.
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Horse Box Brasserie££££• Dining Bar• Cheltenham
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4.2

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