The Double Red Duke, Bicester Village

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  Rodell Roberts

  ·1 month ago

  “To say Layla was “amazing” is putting it lightly, she was radiating positive energy and her attention to detail was flawless, quite literally the only person I have come across to offer our table tooth picks after our meal. This place is truly bless to have her representing them!!! Keep up the fantastic work! We’ll be returning in the future for sure!”

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  Meli

  ·1 month ago

  “A beautifully designed and decorated place that genuinely impressed us from the moment we walked in. The colours, furniture and overall atmosphere are stunning, and we were really looking forward to a lovely breakfast with friends. Unfortunately, the experience did not live up to the beautiful surroundings. Two of us ordered poached eggs and avocado on toast. When the food arrived, we immediately realised that everything was extremely cold. The avocado was clearly fridge-cold and the poached eggs were cold too, which made the toast cold and unpleasant to eat. Of course, avocado may be stored in the fridge, but surely it should be brought closer to room temperature before being served, rather than placed straight from the fridge onto a breakfast dish. We politely raised this with the young member of staff, who was lovely and took our plates back to the kitchen. To our complete surprise, she returned with the exact same plates and explained that the chef said the avocado was kept in the fridge and that this was apparently normal. With respect, we were not questioning where avocado is stored, we were simply saying that our breakfast, including the poached eggs, was too cold to eat. I have eaten breakfast in countless places, from local cafés and pubs to hotels and restaurants in Oxford and abroad, and I have never experienced a complaint being handled in this way. Rather than addressing the problem, we felt as though we were being given an explanation for why we should accept it. I asked for the meals to be cancelled and said we were happy to continue with our coffee rather than receive further explanations. The staff member later kindly offered us an alternative, and we ordered simple poached eggs on toast instead. I genuinely felt sorry for her, as she was caught in the middle of an uncomfortable situation. One of our friends was visiting from abroad, which made the whole experience even more embarrassing. We had hoped for a relaxed gathering and a quality breakfast, but instead left feeling disappointed and speechless. Such a shame, because the venue itself is beautiful and has so much potential. Sadly, beautiful décor cannot compensate for poor food and an unnecessarily dismissive response to a genuine customer concern. A beautiful place to look at, but unfortunately not an experience worth paying for.”

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  C H

  ·1 month ago

  “Nice cozy place to crash after a shopping spree. Good food and nice ambiance. Thank you”

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  tracy morgan

  ·1 month ago

  “4 of us went out to lunch, only received half the order, and when it was pointed out to the team there wasn’t much of an apology, they seemed to think it was our fault that they got the order wrong, it took that long for the rest of the meal to come that we cancelled it and leave”

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  V S

  ·1 month ago

  “A reasonable place for lunch and quick pit stop.”

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  Cecelia Justina

  ·1 month ago

  “Alfie was absolutely incredible! He was so charismatic, funny and genuinely made us laugh and smile throughout our meal. The food and drinks were amazing, but Alfie honestly made the whole experience an 11/10. Such a lovely lad and a real credit to The Double Red Duke. Appreciate you Alfie ⭐️”

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  Lena

  ·1 month ago

  “A beautifully refreshed spot, with the new outdoor area undoubtedly being the highlight. There are now plenty of tables outside, arranged almost like a charming little open-air cinema. On a sunny day, I would absolutely recommend sitting outdoors and making the most of the setting, it really does elevate the whole experience. The food is consistently good, particularly at breakfast. Their eggs are excellent, with wonderfully rich, deep-orange yolks that make a noticeable difference, especially if you appreciate good-quality eggs. Paired with their sourdough bread, they make for a particularly enjoyable breakfast. For lunch, the chicken burger is divine and easily one of my favourite dishes on the menu. Having tried most of the other options over several visits, I would describe them as pleasant and well prepared, although the chicken burger remains the standout for me. Overall, a lovely, stylish place with a relaxed atmosphere and an outdoor space that has transformed the experience. If you happen to be in the area, I would certainly recommend stopping by for breakfast or lunch, preferably outside when the British weather permits!”

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  Samantha Hards

  ·1 month ago

  “Was really impressed with this pub / restaurant. Great food, friendly service & little touches like a soda & lime with the lime cordial on the side.. brilliant!”