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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

simple, well-prepared food, made with local ingredients

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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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Opening Hours

Opening hours are subject to change due to recent restrictions.

Monday	12pm – 11pm
Tuesday	12pm – 11pm
Wednesday – Friday	12pm – 11pm
Saturday	12pm – 11pm
Sunday	12pm - 10pm

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The Chester Arms

4.6 out of 5 stars

Paul Fitchett

5 out of 5 stars

posted 1 month ago

I have visited twice recently since it reopened and was really impressed.

I had been a little unsure about the fact that it was walk ins only and thought it might mean the pub was lackluster on covid controls but not at all. We all felt incredibly safe.

First visit was with friends and our babies for the Sunday roast and the staff were very helpful. Fast service and the nut roast wellington was excellent, with crispy roast potatoes which you hardly ever get out! We were delighted with what was our first meal out since July 2020.

I then went again with my baby and my parents on a Tuesday afternoon. Again, the staff were accommodating and kind. They let us order some food (excellent chips) even though we got there just as the kitchen was closing. We were under no pressure to leave and spent a lovely afternoon in their beer garden. They went out of their way to make us comfortable and provided me with warm water to heat up my baby's bottle.

All in all, highly recommended.

Elizabeth Nestor

posted 1 week ago

Dog friendly. Incredible food -we shared the steak platter and the veggie platter, both so flavourful, mouth watering. Reasonably priced. Will definitely be back.

Matthew Leigh

4 out of 5 stars

posted 8 months ago

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

David Hughes

posted 7 months 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.

Ruth Chester

posted 3 weeks ago

The steak platter is delicious, we ordered the steak rare and it was perfect with the fries, salad and cabbage with bacon. Restaurant is really cosy and there is a nice selection of drinks on the menu (the ciders and gins are great)! Would recommend booking a table in advance as it’s usually full but you can sit in the bar and have a drink whilst waiting. Vegan & veggie options are available.

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