The Barley Mow
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About The Barley Mow
The Barley Mow is a bar and grill on Warwick Rd in Banbury, built around a sizzling skillets menu that includes a mixed grill and a chicken katsu curry sizzler. Rainbow Lasagne gives vegetarians a dish of their own. Inside, a pool table, a dartboard, televisions and a fruit machine sit alongside the dining area, so there is something to do before or after the meal. The team serves food at the table, and the kitchen sends plates out quickly. Dogs are welcome, and staff give them attention too.
Good to know
- ReservationsAccepts reservations
- ParkingFree parking lot · Free street parking · On-site parking
- Good for kidsGood for kids · Has changing table(s) · Kids' menu
- DietaryVegan options · Vegetarian options
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Reviews
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast, chicken katsu curry, garden seating and pool table.
What reviewers say
Reviewers most often mention sunday roast, chicken katsu curry, garden seating and pool table.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often come back to value, with big portions and food that exceeds what was paid. The mixed grill from the sizzling menu is said to have fed one diner for the whole day, and the chicken katsu curry is called delicious with loads of chicken. Close behind, the Sunday roast earns praise as the best in years for one family, and a vegetarian diner liked the Rainbow Lasagne. Staff come up repeatedly as welcoming and quick, including one manager who took care over an allergy in the group. The garden, pool table and dartboard add to the relaxed feel, and one visitor notes the dogs got plenty of attention. The main reservation is that the food did not stand out for everyone. One lunch visitor found the vegan Wellington, roast and cauliflower cheese okay but nothing special, and the chicken tikka was also just okay. A solo diner after a quiet spot to read found it too family oriented, and the pub gets busy at weekends. One reviewer came in for a pint and stayed to eat because of the smell from the kitchen.
Customer Review Summary
Reviewers most often come back to value, with big portions and food that exceeds what was paid. The mixed grill from the sizzling menu is said to have fed one diner for the whole day, and the chicken katsu curry is called delicious with loads of chicken. Close behind, the Sunday roast earns praise as the best in years for one family, and a vegetarian diner liked the Rainbow Lasagne. Staff come up repeatedly as welcoming and quick, including one manager who took care over an allergy in the group. The garden, pool table and dartboard add to the relaxed feel, and one visitor notes the dogs got plenty of attention. The main reservation is that the food did not stand out for everyone. One lunch visitor found the vegan Wellington, roast and cauliflower cheese okay but nothing special, and the chicken tikka was also just okay. A solo diner after a quiet spot to read found it too family oriented, and the pub gets busy at weekends. One reviewer came in for a pint and stayed to eat because of the smell from the kitchen.
Featured reviews
- Jo Kesbey
“Excellent service, delicious food, what more could you ask for. Our dogs received lots of attention from staff and patrons, so they were super happy too.”
- Kalika Gunawardena
“Visited Barley Mow last Sunday for lunch. Nice atmosphere and I particularly liked the garden seating – perfect for a sunny day. We had the vegan Wellington, Sunday roast, cauliflower cheese and a couple of cocktails. The food was okay, but nothing particularly special. It’s a lovely place if you’re looking for a relaxed Sunday afternoon to sit and enjoy the atmosphere. For me, though, the atmosphere was definitely the highlight rather than the food.”
- Jez Nash
“Really good value at The Barley Mow Banbury. Sizzling Pubs menu means lots of choice and big portions for the price. Staff were great, friendly and got the food out fast. I had the mixed grill and it fed me for the whole day. Nice inside with pool table and fruit machine. Gets busy at weekends but worth it. Solid pub for food and drinks in Banbury.”
- Karen Mcquillan
“Came in for a pint and ended up having food due to the amazing smell. I was served by Tineeka, Charlotte, Megan and Evie all who were absolutely amazing. So welcoming and kind. The food was absolutely amazing will definitely be recommending to friends and family and will be returning soon. Thank you to everyone at the barley mow.”
- alex owen
“I had a lovely meal here. Katsu chicken is a must it has loads of chicken and is delicious. Good service too!”
Hours
- Monday
- Tuesday
- Wednesday
- Thursday
- Friday
- Saturday
- Sunday
Highlights
“The Barley Mow in Banbury is a friendly local pub serving great value pub food and drinks to eat in or takeaway. Enjoy sizzling skillets, burgers and refreshing drinks, making it ideal for lunch, dinner and catch-ups with family and friends.”
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Sports
- Trivia night
Amenities
- Free parking lot
- Accepts reservations
- Outdoor seating
- Dogs allowed
- Delivery
- Takeout
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- Dine-in
- Good for kids
- Vegan options
- Bar onsite
- Casual
- Onsite services
- Offerings· 11
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Cocktails
- Coffee
- Food
- Food at bar
- Hard liquor
- Quick bite
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
- Facilities· 1
- Restroom
- Dining options· 8
- Breakfast
- Brunch
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
- Table service
- Family-friendly· 2
- Has changing table(s)
- Kids' menu
- Pet-friendly· 2
- Dogs allowed inside
- Dogs allowed outside
- Highlights· 6
- Bar games
- Great beer selection
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Sports
- Trivia night
- Popular for· 1
- Solo dining
- Crowd· 1
- Groups
- Parking· 4
- Free street parking
- On-site parking
- Paid parking lot
- Parking
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