A winner hands down the Old Parsonage was recommended by a friend as a not to be missed luncheon venue on a trip to Oxford.
From the wooden Gothic entrance door with iron clamps to the cheery log fire that welcomes you and oodles of original art that leap out from the walls, the Old Parsonage wins on character a rare feat indeed.
We had an excellent risotto spinach soup outstanding lamb chops paired with Oxford sauce, the creme brulee and a rhubarb crumble.
The accompanying wine repertoire is vast.
A memorable visit.
The Old Parsonage is one of those quintessential English establishments. Very proper, very reserved, very good. The building itself has a great deal of character and the food is superbly prepared and presented. Afternoon tea is an excellent treat here and the desserts on the a la carte menu, although a tad on the pricey side, are also excellent. Recommend a visit.
I had high tea at the Old Parsonage Restaurant this summer with American friends that were visiting. It was delightful. The food offerings were very tasty, service was just okay, but overall an enjoyable meal. The atmosphere was very comfortable, the fire was burning (even though it was summer, it was quit cold outside) and the room tastefully decorated. A traditional elegant but comfortable feel versus the loud cold modern look and feel, that seems to be everywhere else in the UK.
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