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  • 5/5 Melissa E. 1 year ago on Google
    So yummy can't rate it enough the venison, blue cheese and pear was amazing and I said I'd never eat bule cheese but there was nothing let on my plate so weldone Oxford lol 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
    2 people found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Sonja R. 9 months ago on Google
    Amazing service and meal. Thankyou
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Aman S. 5 months ago on Google
    We had nice hot chocolate + Chai and lunch it was so memorable experience with postive enviornment and nice view for Indian You should try Chai it was nice πŸ™‚
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Den G. 4 months ago on Google
    Visited at lunchtime on Monday. Not many eateries were open on that day. Quiet and comfortable place. Fast service. Food was exceptional. We ordered a salad with squid and chicken schnitzel. Will certainly visit this place again when travelling through Timaru. Thank you!
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 graeme g. 5 months ago on Google
    Had dinner there tonight with a group of special friends. The service and staff were excellent and friendly and the food was 150%. Absolutely reccomend to future diners
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Janita P. 6 months ago on Google
    I read the reviews and decided to come here but it didn’t impress me much. The service from staff was poor and there were no regular take options for a solo walk- in I had to sit in the dark on a high chair or in the light with another solo diner? When I moved Benares I couldn’t see the staff just watched me and didn’t offer help. The dinner was nice but my wilted greens were over cooked and I felt it odd that it was beef cheek on pasta with cream fraise - felt miss like glorified stroganoff. Very expensive for what it was - I wasn’t that fussed. My work budget was $40 so I couldn’t even order a drink. The one good thing was that I asked for extra sauce & they got that quickly for me & the wait wasn’t too long for my meal.
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 3/5 Hope H. 2 years ago on Google
    I usually tend to do positive reviews but I really wasn't impressed with this place. I ordered the salmon, I LOVE salmon, I mean come on! Anyways, the photo I took looks pretty good but the portion was tiny for the price, the skin was not descaled and I had a side of green olives with it, which had the pips still in them! They were hidden so it was hard to tell and I hurt my tooth on one. The olives were also extremely salty, and I'm a woman who loves salt, so that's saying a lot. The saving graces for a three star were that they refunded me for the olives and the sauce that came with the salmon was amazeballs. On another note, I definitely wouldn't take kids here, it was not kid friendly at all, aside from some colouring pictures...hey, they tried
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Pradeesh P. 3 years ago on Google
    Enjoyed their brekkie options. We stopped by this place from on our way back to Christchurch. The place has very good charm and vibes and the service is excellent If you are a vegan(like me) or a vegetarian, ask them for vegan/veggie option. It's not advertised but they could customise it for your dietary requirements. That goes for people who don't take pork either
    1 person found this review helpful πŸ‘

  • 5/5 Aleisha B. 1 year ago on Google
    Great gluten free options. Staff understanding of allergy restrictions for someone with coeliac.Recommend trying the GF French toast option was amazing. Would go back again when passing through. πŸ™‚

  • 5/5 Glen S. 2 years ago on Google
    Wonderful place to eat. Fantastic food and great wine selection. The staff staff really go out of their way to look after you. Totally recommend that you eat here. We had the venison.

  • 5/5 Ang M. 1 year ago on Google
    We popped in for a beer and some food in between meals. Such a warm welcome and amazing experience. Great snacks menu - highly recommend the trailer trash chips and jug of gravy. Great offering of beers and banter from our lovely waitress. Our first time in Timaru and will come back on our next visit.

  • 5/5 Cate P. 1 year ago on Google
    We had a fantastic time here recently for a small family wedding. The food was terrific and the staff were friendly and obliging and helped make the atmosphere fun. Highly recommended.

  • 1/5 Liili 6 months ago on Google
    I read the reviews and come here. The service from staff was poor πŸ˜• Another customer was friendly more than staff.

  • 5/5 Shelley B. 8 months ago on Google
    Was delicious. Great eat friendly service like how they use seasonal vegetables. Nice place to watch world go by even enjoyed the music.

  • 5/5 Dianne J. 8 months ago on Google
    Had a wonderful meal with a large party. Place was packed and service was as good as could be when so busy. Food was very good and everyone was happy with their choice. A great group experience.

  • 5/5 Brooke H. 6 months ago on Google
    Beautiful place to go. Staff are so friendly, and the food was great! Definitely recommend the steak! Was the best we have had in awhile!!

  • 5/5 John M. 7 months ago on Google
    Arrived without a reservation on Saturday night but seated in about 20 mins. I had the venison and it was fantastic! One of the best meals I have ever tasted! Carol had the prawn and salad entrees as a main and was similarly impressed. Highly recommend!

  • 5/5 Dianne C. 1 year ago on Google
    Best meal in Timaru.Kind workers and good service too.Also has kids meals and family of 4 ordered 3 meals and one kids meal we were struggling to finish.Definitely go back for weekend branch.

  • 5/5 Andreas S. 5 years ago on Google
    You are in Timaru and want the best food you had in ages? Then go to The Oxfort! Went there twice back to back for dinner and it was fantastic. Do not miss the desserts, especially Crème Brûlée. Everything we got was really tasty. If you can, make a reservation.

  • 5/5 Alice H. 1 year ago on Google
    Very good food and kids friendly.

  • 5/5 Shelley B. 1 year ago on Google
    Amazing staff and the chicken was delicious. Who can beat a skillet cookie yum yum yum

  • 5/5 Jared A. 1 year ago on Google
    4th time there, Loved it again. Had the slow cooked beef cheek and it was absolutely perfect, also i highly recommend checking what the special special is that night. We'll done team, I'm blown away by the quality and service every time. Thanks, keep up the superb work.

  • 5/5 Matt L. 1 year ago on Google
    One of the best meals I've ever had. Traveling for work was made fantastic if I can get food this great. Will be back and highly recommend. Thanks.

  • 5/5 alfresco o. 1 year ago on Google
    A lovely meal, Top quality, Good size portions, the atmosphere was great, But a bit noisy. Good gluten-Free options.

  • 3/5 Anne F. 1 year ago on Google
    After several great meals lunch today was disappointing. We both had Nasi Goreng with Prawns and the meals were overcooked and many burnt bits throughout resulting in a bitter and burnt taste. The Duty Manager was advised when we left and we hope that the Chef was told as the meals should not have been served up.

  • 5/5 jennifer stuart w. 1 year ago on Google
    Yummy food ! had a main...Magou Beef Bolognese and the Rhubarb Chocolate pudding ....both were absolutely delicious...perfectly cooked...and I'm hard to please ! Don't live in Timaru otherwise this would be my go-to when eating out. Well Done guys

  • 5/5 Chris E. 1 year ago on Google
    I took my wife to the Oxford restaurant for her birthday. I had requested to present my wife with a very special bottle of wine? The staff were more than accommodating and made it a very memorable experience. As for the food, our meals were absolutely exquisite πŸ’―πŸ·πŸΎ

  • 5/5 Garry B. 1 year ago on Google
    The Oxford in Timaru. Well I have to tell you this restaurant is absolutely 5 stars for service and food and atmosphere. What else can I say but go there and see for yourself. I would give it 6 stars but unfortunately it only goes to 5 on this review. As Tina Turner once sung SIMPLY THE BEST

  • 5/5 Sandra N. 1 year ago on Google
    Great meal with my daughter and son-in-law. Food was great, good choices on the menu. Will go there again


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  • Parking
    • βœ“οΈ Plenty of parking
    • βœ“οΈ Free of charge street parking
  • Payments
    • βœ“οΈ Credit cards
  • Offerings
    • βœ“οΈ Beer
    • βœ“οΈ Wine
    • βœ“οΈ Coffee
    • βœ“οΈ Alcohol
    • βœ“οΈ Spirits
    • βœ“οΈ Cocktails
    • βœ“οΈ Small plates
    • βœ“οΈ Vegan options
    • βœ“οΈ Healthy options
    • βœ“οΈ Late-night food
    • βœ“οΈ Vegetarian options
  • Accessibility
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible toilet
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible seating
    • βœ“οΈ Wheelchair-accessible entrance
  • Dining options
    • βœ“οΈ Lunch
    • βœ“οΈ Brunch
    • βœ“οΈ Dinner
    • βœ“οΈ Dessert
    • βœ“οΈ Seating
    • βœ“οΈ Breakfast
  • Service options
    • βœ“οΈ Dine-in
    • βœ— Delivery

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