Old Parsonage Bar Restaurant - Oxford

Glorious food, superb service, wonderful atmosphere enveloping everyone with warmth and joy. A perfect evening.

This was booked for my birthday treat. It was a very busy Saturday night. They were seating people to eat at small table near the bar and also outside (yikes, in March! . We decided to get a drink at the bar before being seated. It took awhile as the place was heaving but in the end I had a very cold Martini and the other half had a nice mocktail. We had seen the menu before but the things that intrigued were not on it. I went with the special of Cornish Sole and the OH had duck confit. He says the burrata starter was the best ever and my soup was delicious. The sole came with an amazing buerre blanc. The best ever. Part way through dining a large merry party was sat behind us. It's a small dining room and it completely interrupted our romantic dinner, but this isn't the restaurant's fault. The room is smallish and sound does travel. We did skip oudding though as the vibe had completely chnaged. Absolutely would go again.

We had High Tea here for Valentine's Day and both the meal and the staff were fabulous. We didn't stay overnight as we live locally but we often dine here and the food and service is always excellent particular thanks to the waiter who gave us a fabulous table in a side room after we requested a quiet table. The High Tea is excellent with perfect cakes and sandwiches, beautifully presented on a platter. It is a real treat (and we found ordering High Tea for one is enough food for 2 people). The staff are excellent friendly and helpful without being overbearing. All in all highly recommended.

We had a lovely looking afternoon high tea, but unfortunately it didn't taste as good as it looked. Despite a wide variety of food, the flavors were lacking. The sandwiches and cakes were bland, with dry carrot cake and soggy cheesecake. The scones were the highlight and saved the overall experience, earning a positive review on Tripadvisor.

I dined here with my husband and it was a delightful experience. The restaurant has a stunning building and we were warmly welcomed by the staff. The staff were attentive and accommodating, and the food was delicious. It was an overall wonderful dining experience, enhanced by the warm and thoughtful service.