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The Old Bookbinders Ale HouseA-

17-18 Victor St, Oxford OX2 6BT · Pub, French restaurant · Oxford

Charming Jericho pub with French-leaning comfort cooking, warm service, and lively vibe; book ahead and expect solid classics rather than fine-dining fireworks.

The verdict

The Old Bookbinders Ale House delivers solid A-grade performance through exceptional service attentiveness and reliable food quality anchored in French comfort cooking. The charming Jericho location and strong value proposition make it competitive with the area's better neighborhood restaurants, though occasional consistency notes and space constraints prevent grade A territory. A serious allergen incident, now addressed through staff training, reflects isolated operational lapse rather than systemic concern.

One caveat: Busy evenings and quiz nights mean waits and higher noise

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Opening Hours

Monday Tuesday12:00–23:00 Wednesday12:00–23:00 Thursday12:00–23:00 Friday12:00–23:00 Saturday12:00–23:00 Sunday
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