Whether old pubs or letting loose at gigs is your thing, this city has loads of drinking spots to call upon. As well as boasting one of the world's most famous universities, there are sun-soaked beer gardens, post-theatre venues and Sunday hangouts galore. So for watering holes that are top of the class, read our list of the best pubs in Oxford.
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Treat yourself to glorious pub food from the supper or lunch menu at Cape Of Good Hope. Here you'll find stacked burgers full of flavour just like The Bali, which is made of fried chicken thigh, Asian-style slaw, bumbu sauce and pickled onions.
The leather armchairs, exposed brickwork and garden benches mean Dewdrop will feel like home whatever the weather is saying. Come to this cosy spot for a Sunday roast or pop by after work and unwind while drinking some lovely pints.
Searching for the best pub lunch Oxford has to offer? Nab a table at The George Street Social and try a bowl of Spanish shakshuka, or if you've got a sweet tooth, go for some American berry pancakes covered in maple syrup.
The Jericho Tavern gets top marks across the board from us, thanks to its banging gin menu and stage for up-and-coming bands. It also serves juicy burgers and wings, which can be enjoyed in the spacious beer garden. What more could you possibly want?
When it comes to the best pubs in Oxford for food, St Aldates Tavern is hard to beat, especially for giant Yorkshire puds. Salt and pepper squid is on the small plates menu during the week, alongside mains like sweet potato curry plus a selection of gorge desserts.
Head of the River is the aptly named pub which provides picturesque views and fancy rooms to stay in. Pop in on a sunny day and watch the world go by, while sipping a cider at one of the best spots on the river.
Bear Inn was the very first boozer to be built in the city, so naturally it is proudly one of the most famous pubs in Oxford. Make a beeline for this historic venue and experience the charming low ceilings while sampling its fine selection of ales.
If you're out with the gang and looking for the best pubs in Oxford city centre, O'Neill's could be the one. Grab a burger while watching the big match on an even larger screen, then embrace your pals as you sing along to hits from the resident DJ.
