Appropriately for a bar named after a mysterious entrance to a magical land, The Rabbit Hole is tucked behind an enticing yellow door, hidden away down one of North Oxford's more unassuming and picturesque streets, and appeared as if by magic. Okay, maybe it wasn't magical, but if there was any big fanfare about this little independent neighbourhood bar's opening then it … [Read more...]
The Ivy Oxford Brasserie – restaurant review
It's been a few weeks since I visited The Ivy Oxford Brasserie, the glistening new addition to Oxford's High Street. I'd have written this sooner, but I've been fighting off a bunch of migraines. Not - I hasten to say - because of the visit to The Ivy, although that did come with a timing-related headache of its own. But we're here now, and hopefully, it's worth the … [Read more...]
Carluccio’s to close, Lussmanns Sustainable Fish & Grill to replace it
Earlier today I received a press release announcing the opening of a new restaurant in the place of Carluccio's on Little Clarendon Street. A spokesperson for Carluccio's has now confirmed this, providing the following quote to share: After careful evaluation, a strategic decision has been made to assign our lease to Lussmans Fish & Grill, as the site is too small for … [Read more...]
The Ivy Oxford Brasserie opening date announced & bookings now open!
Well, this is one we've been waiting for - The Ivy Oxford Brasserie is finally due to open, after announcing a launch date and reservations opening! The restaurant, which will seat around 185 in its main dining area and 24 in a private dining room, revealed it will officially open on Tuesday, 5th November 2019. In celebration of the opening and the announcement of the … [Read more...]
Preview: New Ground Coffee, Headington
Crikey, it feels like a while since I've had a chance to blog properly. The day job has been getting in the way a fair bit, but don't worry, I've not forgotten you all. In fact, I've got a hot new venue for you - New Ground Coffee are about to open a roastery and coffee bar in Headington. Most of you probably know we already have a cracking coffee scene in Oxford and the … [Read more...]