Review: Dirty Bros

Dirty Bros is located on Corn Street in Witney, taking over the space previously home to The Edge at Lil’s. It’s the latest venture from Jack Anderson and James Morris, owners of The Mole in Toot Maldon. When we spoke briefly with Jack, he told us, “This is very different—we’re not serving gastro food here. This has been a lot of fun.”

The relatively small space has been given a bold refurb. The black ceilings make a statement but work well, creating an intimate, hip atmosphere. The decor adds to the playful feel, with quirky artwork, including a sign that reads “This is a bad place for a diet” and a cheeky picture of one of the owners holding a hot dog cheekily covering his modesty.

Four friends seem to be involved and invested in the venture. Sam, behind the bar, was really friendly, and his passion for the space, Witney, and the indie hospitality community was clear. He pointed us towards the cocktail menu, where each drink pays homage to Witney’s history, from the Fabulous Bakin’ Boys to local landmarks—a thoughtful touch.

When we arrived, the restaurant was buzzing—not a free table in sight. Old-school hip-hop played in the background, adding to the energy.

We took a seat at one of the high tables and ordered:

Double Cheeseburger (Double smash patty, onion, cheese) – £14
Buttermilk Chicken Burger (Dirty Bros house seasoning and aioli) – £14
Dirty Bros House Seasoning Fries – £3.50
Corn on the Cob – £5
Waffle Fries – £4.50

The food arrived in stages, starting with two portions of hot, buttery corn on the cob. The only thing missing was a sprinkle of sea salt. The fries landed at the same time, and while they were great initially, they started to cool before the burgers arrived—a minor timing issue we’re sure will be ironed out.

Now, onto the burgers. We’re big fans of Bleecker Burger in London and have rarely found anything outside the capital that comes close—but this double smash patty might be the one. Super juicy, perfectly textured, with a strong onion flavor. It was BANGING.

The chicken burger was just as impressive—a generous, perfectly coated fillet that wasn’t overly thick, keeping the chicken moist and packed with flavor.

The aioli in the bun complemented it beautifully. One of the owners, James, swears by the Mango Habanero Chicken Burger, but with three spicy symbols next to it, we weren’t quite brave enough. However, we did order a ranch sauce (£1.50), which turned out to be a game-changer, especially for dipping the fries. Their house seasoning, a subtle paprika-based blend, was incredibly moreish.

Dirty Bros is going for an American burger joint vibe while staying true to their local roots. Their attention to detail is clear, from their choice of suppliers to their drinks menu—offering Mexican brand Jarritos instead of standard Coke and their own white-labeled lager on tap, courtesy of Shepherd Neame. Even their burger buns are sourced from a local bakery.

By this point, we were full, but I couldn’t resist ordering the NY Vanilla Cheesecake with cream (£8)—and I’m so glad I did. We assumed it wasn’t homemade, but we were quickly proven wrong. It was delicious—fresh, not too rich, and the perfect end to the meal. Worth every penny.

As the evening went on, the lights dimmed slightly, creating more of a cocktail bar vibe.

People started to leave, but we found ourselves lingering longer than usual—always a good sign. It’s a space that makes you want to stay.

Looking ahead, they have some exciting plans in the works, from chillout Ibiza DJ sets to bingo and quiz nights. They also offer some solid food deals, including:

Wing Wednesdays (£25pp) – 90 minutes of unlimited wings, plus ranch house slaw and house-seasoned fries.
Lunch Meal Deal (£10) – Available Wednesdays and Thursdays.