Not the cheapest but probably the best full English breakfast I've ever had. It was big and greasy but seasoned and cooked perfectly. Their carrot cake is also excellent, and for lunch they do open sandwiches that don't look like much but will actually be a struggle to finish. Can get full at lunchtime but the staff do a good job trying to fit you in, and they're always friendly.

I am very happy to report that this historic little cafe is now under new management and when I visited the other day on the recommendation of a friend, I could not have been more staggered by the transformation. Gone are the nicotine-stained walls, scuzzy plastic benches and tables, the fry-ups floating in grease, and rude, grumpy staff. Instead there are duck egg blue walls, elegant wood tables and chairs, and beautiful white wall mirrors that create a sense of space and airiness that belies the cafe's intimate size. Piano music in the background is soothing but unobtrusive and the staff are charming, smiley and efficient. But above and beyond all that, it is the food that really excels. I couldn't resist ordering the full Oxford English breakfast and I can honestly say that the homemade sausages (which are pure pork) were the best I've ever tasted. My friend went for the American-style blueberry pancakes with bacon and maple syrup, and the euphoric look on her face was testament enough to the experience. Her pot of tea, made with proper loose leaves, reminded her of how tea should really taste; and the flavour of my latte must surely rank the coffee among the best Oxford has to offer. We were tempted to stay on for lunch and tea and simply work our way through the mouth-watering menu. Instead we will look forward to many future visits, and judging by the appreciative comments I heard coming from other tables, we won't be the only ones.