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Welcome To The Chester Arms

A cosy, truly local pub where you can relax with friendly drinkers and diners from the heart of East Oxford and beyond. We are an independent house with no ties to any breweries giving us the freedom to serve some of the finest craft beers and real ales from local and regional breweries.

Our delicious, wholesome (and sometimes indulgent) menus are crafted using a range of local suppliers. The finest cuts of meat, wonderfully fresh fish and handpicked vegetables all feature in pleasing portions for enjoyment with great company.

Only the Best

Fresh Ingredients, Tasty Food

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Know your Cru from your Cuvée?

Wine tasting

You don’t have to be a complete cork dork to enjoy a good glass of wine. Join us every 2 months to sample fine and award winning wines from specialist wine merchants – your ticket price even includes canapés and a bottle of your choice!

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The Chester Tester

Join us every Sunday night for 7.45pm start (excluding Wine Tasting evenings). Flex your trivia filled noggin against the infamous Chester Tester. Cash prizes, laughs and the chance to reign supreme for only £1 per person – arrive early and grab your table!

Al fresco

Summer garden bar

How better to enjoy warm sunshine than with a cold drink? We take the bar outside all summer (weather permitting) for the perfect al fresco drinking atmosphere, salute!

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Local artistic flair

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Who’s a good boy?

We dogs

Our four-legged friends are welcome at the Chester Arms; little ones, big ones (as long as they’re well behaved ones).
Dogs are not allowed in our dining areas, however guide dogs are of course welcome in any public area of the Chester Arms

Testimonials

What People are Saying

“The food was fantastic and the service was exceptional.”

"The staff were friendly and cheerful and nothing was too much trouble. Will certainly come again and recommending to my friends and family.
THANK YOU FOR A WONDERFUL MEAL."

Jovo

“Will definitely be coming back.”

Came here as a recommendation from some friends, so worth it. We had the steak platter and it did not disappoint. The steak was booked perfectly, chips were amazing and even the sides (cabbage and bacon?!) were incredible. Will definitely be coming back.

Harriet

“Warmly recommended”

"The slow cooked pork Sunday roast is just amazing and delicious! Warmly recommended"

Julie

"Top spot"

"Food was superb the local beers amazing and the huge portions are served in a chillout settings .. top spot"

Stefano

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Monday	12pm – 11pm
Tuesday	5pm – 11pm
Wednesday – Friday	10am – 11pm
Saturday	10am – 12pm 4pm - 11pm
Sunday	Closed

Kitchen Hours

Monday	12pm – 11pm
Tuesday	5:30pm – 11pm
Wednesday – Friday	10am – 11pm
Saturday	10am-12pm Breakfast 12pm – 1.30pm Lunch 4pm – 11pm Supper
Sunday	Closed

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4.6 out of 5 stars

Marjo Atl

5 out of 5 stars

posted 1 week ago

Absolutely incredible meat, the best I've had in the UK in a restaurant.
You do have to wait about 40min for your meal but it is really worth it!
The platter is amazing with delicious fries and cabbage with bacon to go with the beef cooked to perfection.
If you are a beef lover, that's the place to go!

Matthew Leigh

4 out of 5 stars

posted 2 months ago

Table service. As I just walked in. And a great atmosphere.

Chris Furst

My girlfriend and I had a date night here and had the Steak platter. The meal was incredible, very reasonably priced for the quantity and quality and the service was also excellent. The restaurant had a lovely atmosphere and staff were very friendly and welcoming especially the gentleman who served us named James. The way the staff dealt with social distancing during covid 19 was very professional and we were able to relax and enjoy our meal without feeling at risk. We will definitely be returning some time soon, highly recommended!

David Hughes

posted 1 month ago

Great food. Well known in the area for the "steak platter" an amazing dish, quality steak cooked perfectly.
A great selection of beers and good service make this pub a "must" to visit.

Lewis

I came here with 2 friends during lockdown. They were polite and welcoming considering the restrictions in place. Staff were friendly and helpful. Food was amazing, we went for the steak which was absolutely fantastic. I will totally be going back next time I want some proper steak cooked to perfection. Totally worth the price.

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