I’m really sad to write this as I’ve really enjoyed this place for years — over its many iterations. But a recent visit (during their renovation, about which we weren’t warned) left me feeling disappointed and ripped off. The food, served on a disposable plate, consisted of half a carrot which was so dry that it had clearly been chopped up the previous day (and one baton was even black inside); a couple of spoons of tzatziki and hummus, a few olives, some cold flatbread from a packet, and two fritters (which were fine). The soggy and bitter-tasting tabbouleh salad was the saddest version of this usually wonderful fresh dish I’ve had. For £13 plus service, with no mention of the lower quality...
In the middle of renovations, so parts were closed off and menu was changed. We were there for breakfast and only went there because their menu online said they had pancakes. They did not (new/reduced menu) So we sat down to order something else, but turns out that even their new and updated menu is not really updated, because several of the dishes/drinks we tried to order were not on the menu or available. And service was sooooo slow. I get that they are renovating, and that the menu is changed because of that. That’s ok. But the server should have informed us when handing us the new menus that certain dished were not available today. Instead, we spent some time browsing their menu, waiting...
Not the best. Waited for a table for a good 10 mins whilst the table staff ran around like headless chickens. Noticed they ignored sitting customers requests for help . Eventually sat us down but then we waited yet another 20 mins without any service. We ended up leaving. Sorry but i understand places get busy, I know you must wait at busy times but please at least make eye contact and lets us know we are waiting instead of ignoring us. I dont like moaning or writing bad reviews, get some more staff .
We ended up here by chance as we saw a sign outside advertising the pop-up Mexican night while wondering around Oxford as tourists thinking about where to eat. We were not disappointed at all. The food was amazing, and the staff really helpful when we were deciding what to have. They served good local drinks, and it just generally had a good atmosphere. Great find and we’d definitely come back if visiting Oxford again.
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A great find whilst visiting Oxford for the day. Spoilt for choice by the lunch menu. I went for the Chipotle Quesadilla and my husband had the Bavette Steak both were outstanding. Also enjoyed a cheeky margarita. Wish I lived closer as would visit all the time. Staff very friendly and couldn't do enough for us.
We went to The Handle Bar for breakfast. I had the gluten free banana bread, and my partner had the quesadilla. The food was good, and the service was friendly. The music was a bit loud for a café, but we can’t really complain because we didn’t ask anyone to turn it down. Overall, this was a great breakfast!
Tasty, creative menu in chill vibes. What better way to spend a rainy morning in Oxford. Food is thoughtful, coffee is solid, and there's something nice about being on the first floor slightly away from it all.
Rip off beer prices and they don,t take cash COVID is supposedly over. They need to book Beatles, Clash, Ramones, MC5 Lazy Cowgirls to get me back again
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We had pleasant waiting staff but the wait was long the whole experience fairly chaotic. My friends said the food was mixed I just had toast.
The best breakfast i had for very long time, great stuff. The atmosphere is good with good music. Thanks
