The Ox Barn

The Ox Barn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

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   Judy

   Gloucestershire1 review

   5.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Excellent sommelier and wine. All our courses and all services were faultless.
   

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   graham

   Devon4 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 2 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 1
   4. Ambience 2

   They try hard but they just don't get service. My wife is lactose intolerant so asked for her main with the sauce on the side. Guess what, it came with the sauce all over the plate. We pointed this out and no apology and no offer to replate it without the sauce. She ended up eating what she could off her side-plate. Nb they didn't ask us about allergies when we ordered which I thought they are supposed to nowadays. And £48 for roast beef with no Yorkshire pudding and excluding potatoes/vegetables is outrageous.
   

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   S J

   Gloucestershire4 reviews

   2.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   I live locally and come to Thyme several times a year because it’s the best in the area. When we want to celebrate something special it’s at Thyme. It’s expensive and sets the bar high so last night was a considerable disappointment. The asparagus in a herb sauce was tender but lacked flavour. Fortunately the bread & butter I’d ordered when the plate arrived offset this. The risotto I’d ordered as a main might have worked as part of a multi-course taster menu but was inadequate by itself. The salad was simply leaves overwhelmed by a vinaigrette. Dessert was unmemorable but OK. Thyme only offers wine by the glass and recommends one special white and a red. I had the white which I was advised would complement the risotto. It didn’t, I hated it and didn’t finish the 125ml glass. To be fair the Martini was excellent and the service achieved that difficult balance of being attentive but not intrusive. And my wife liked the beef and felt the red wine complemented it.
   

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   Ethan

   London2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 3 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Amazing local organic food cooked to the highest quality. The Somalia was perfect and recommended a lovely bottle of wine for us based on what we had ordered. The atmosphere and ambience was incredible and I would definitely be visiting.
   

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   Maximilian

   Munich1 review

   4.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Staff could be a little bit more attentive when it comes to refilling beverages or asking in between dishes whether there is anything else that is needed. We had to ask quite often for this or that.also noticed this at the other tables. Other than that fabulous food and atmosphere. We will come back for sure :)
   

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   Tim

   Liverpool15 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 4 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   As ever the experience at the Ox Barn was excellent. Really tasty and beautifully cooked food - exceptional value for money and an environment that is comfortable and relaxing. Never had a bad meal or experience there - recommend it without any reservations.
   

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   Joan

   San Francisco2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Outstanding in every way! The venue is gorgeous! Keith the manager a knowledgeable and engaging guy. One of the best cosmos I’ve ever had. The meal was our best in the Cotswolds and we are foodies from SF. Michelin star plus!
   

   The Ox BarnResponded 4 days ago

   Dear Joan, Thank you for your kind words - we are so pleased that you had a lovely time! Hope to see you soon again . Best Natasha
   

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   Dan

   London2 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on April 13, 2025

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Lovely setting. Lovely menu. Friendly staff. Super delicious food.
   

   The Ox BarnResponded 6 days ago

   Thank you Dan, we very much look forward to welcome you again.
   

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   Clare

   Oxford3 reviews

   4.0

   Dined on April 11, 2025

   1. Overall 4
   2. Food 2
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 4

   Very disappointed with the main course Sauce was served cold and the meat was supposed to be roast pork when Infact it was so chewy I was unable To swallow it when I attempted to cut with a steak knife i couldn’t even cut the sinew off. Very underwhelming Service was excellent
   

   The Ox BarnResponded 6 days ago

   Dear Clare, I am so sorry to hear that you were not happy with your meal... I will investigate to see what has happened ? Thank you for your feedback. Best regards Natasha
   

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    Anne

    Oxford5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 11, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    The surroundings are very relaxed and comfortable the food is of excellent quality very fresh tasting. Staff could not be more pleasant and helpful in explaining the menu
    

    The Ox BarnResponded 6 days ago

    Dear Anne, So nice to hear that you had a good time. We appreciate your kind words. Look forward to see you very soon Best Natasha
    

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