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The black horse, Standlake, Oxfordshire

The black horse

4.5
4.5
321 Reviews
£25 and under
Gastro Pub

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 3 times today
  • Charming
  • Dog-friendly
  • Neighborhood gem

The Black Horse pub in Standlake near Witney is a welcoming establishment, steeped in history
Historic Appeal: The Black Horse has been a pub since at least 1761, housed in a Grade II listed building dating back to the 16th century.
Traditional Charm: As a typical traditional English village pub, it retains much of its historic character.
Classically Trained Chefs: Enjoy a menu crafted by fantastic chefs, offering a range of beautifully prepared dishes.
The menu features locally sourced ingredients, ensuring freshness and supporting local producers.
We have a beautiful garden area perfect for al fresco dining or largeee private functions.
OpenTable Bookings: Reservations through OpenTable are accepted for food reservations only.
Perfect for Any Occasion
Lunch with Friends: A great spot for a casual lunch with friends.
Celebration Meals: Ideal for special occasions and celebrations.
Please call in and sample our fare.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, British, Contemporary French
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed, Thu 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Bar Mon, Tue 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    01865 300307
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Jamie Whiting
  • Neighborhood
    Witney
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 321 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

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  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Best Ambiance

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Gluten-free-friendly

  • Oxford/Oxfordshire

    Hot spot

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Black Horse is a charming country pub known for its "amazing food" and "friendly staff." Guests rave about the "delicious Sunday roast" and lively atmosphere with live music. The pub offers a warm and cozy setting, perfect for enjoying a well-priced meal with a fantastic wine selection.

321 Reviews
  1. Natalia

    Oxford

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely pub and amazing food, delicious desserts. Very nice friendly staff.
    The black horseResponded today
    Hi Natalia, Thank you for the lovely comments, we are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your sunday lunch with us and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Warm regards and wish you a very happy new year! Luke Manager

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  2. Keith

    London

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The Sunday lunch was great on the whole but the Yorkshire Puddings were overcooked and the beef, although cooked well, was very tough to cut for some reason? The waiting staff could have been a bit more attentive but it seemed as if they weren’t very experienced or just too busy. We had to flag them down, rather than them come to see if everything was ok, did we want to see the pudding menu, etc. Hope this is helpful feedback. This doesn’t mean that we had a poor experience at all though.

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  3. Barnaby

    North Wales

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 15, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Warm welcome. Staff very friendly and attentive. Good size table provided for party of four. My wife is coeliac and this was very well catered for without any fuss. Food was excellent! Can't wait to return. Thank you.

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  4. Kate

    VIP

    London

    9 reviews

    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A wonderful evening. A warm greeting awaited us at this delightful country pub. The fire was lit and the place was buzzing. A lovely selection of food including some unusual specials. Our food arrived and it was all delicious. The staff were friendly and attentive. All in all a lovely evening
    The black horseResponded on November 17, 2024
    Hi Kate, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave such a lovely review. It's great to hear you enjoyed your evening with us. We do feel very lucky to have such a stunning traditional Pub. I will be sure to pass on your compliments to the rest of the team and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Warm regards Luke Manager

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  5. Mark

    London

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on November 7, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice cozy pub on the edge of the Cotswolds. Well cooked and presented food, great friendly service. Nice wine list and a good range of real ales.

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  6. Helen

    Devon

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on October 27, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic pub, friendly staff and great food, delicious Sunday roast. Definitely worth a visit.

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  7. Paul

    Oxford

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Probably one of the best Sunday roasts I’ve had in years. Lovely building, staff and food. Will definitely return!
    The black horseResponded on October 16, 2024
    Hi Paul, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review, thrilled to hear you enjoyed your sunday lunch!!! We are very proud of our roasts and it's great to hear it went down so well. we look forward to welcoming you back again soon!! Best wishes Luke Manager

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  8. Gill

    Gloucestershire

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on October 13, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a lovely Sunday lunch here. We had a friendly welcome and nothing was too much trouble. Gluten free was not a problem. The team were efficient and timing was perfect. The ambience was great. Portions were great and yorkshires were huge! We enjoyed the selection of vegetables that came with it. The pudding selection was a little limited so some of us ended with ice cream but a nice choice of flavours so not really a problem. So nice we stayed here for hours!
    The black horseResponded on October 16, 2024
    Hi Gill, Thank you so much for your lovely review! We're delighted to hear that you had an enjoyable Sunday lunch with us. It's great to know that our team made you feel welcome and that we could easily accommodate gluten-free options. We're glad you enjoyed the generous portions, especially the Yorkshire puddings, and that the ambience made your visit even more pleasant. We appreciate your feedback on the pudding selection and will certainly take it into account for future improvements. It’s wonderful that you stayed with us for hours—we love when our guests feel right at home! Looking forward to welcoming you back soon! Kind regards Luke Manager

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  9. Richard

    Oxford

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on September 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food great atmosphere I stay at the campsite near by and always go there when Iam there . Very happy customer

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  10. Tracey

    London

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on September 29, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a Sunday toast which was delicious! We had the lamb and beef, I am usually fussy about roasts as I live my own. But this was amazing. Dog friendly too.

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FAQs

The black horse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at 01865 300307.

The black horse is rated 4.5 stars by 321 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 3 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The black horse

81 High Street, Standlake, Oxfordshire OX29 7RH

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Witney
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Wed, Thu 12:00 pm–2:00 pm Fri, Sat 12:00 pm–2:30 pm Sun 12:00 pm–5:00 pm Bar Mon, Tue 3:00 pm–11:00 pm Wed–Sun 12:00 pm–12:00 am Dinner Wed–Sat 6:00 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    £25 and under
  • Cuisines
    Gastro Pub, British, Contemporary French
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Jamie Whiting
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cafe, Cocktails, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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