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Summary

“A great location in central Oxford” is a unique selling point of this quirky café – part of the University church on the High, with a medieval vaulted interior, and gorgeous outside seating in the churchyard. “The choice of fare is limited” (breakfasts; plus simple dishes such as curry, tagine, and soup) but adequately nourishes its clientele of students, clerics and tourists.

£21
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3
Good
2
Average
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

Summary

In the University’s Old Congregation House, this “beautiful medieval room, brimming with students, churchy types and visitors”, offers a “uniquely Oxford experience”. A “very informal self-service” set-up, it revolves around “ample well-cooked dishesb using seasonal and organic ingredients”.

£21
    £
4
Very Good
3
Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

Summary

A “cheap ’n’ cheerful place milling with tourists and students”, and set in the chapter house of a 14th-century church with a garden; it’s “self-service only” and there’s a “modest choice, but you will find plenty to appeal” – just “get there early to grab a seat!”

£20
    £
3
Good
3
Good
3
Good
* Based on a three course dinner, half a bottle of wine, coffee, cover charge, service and VAT.

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Owner's description

Housed in Oxford University's Old Congregation House of 1320, the Vaults Cafe offers a delicious and healthy organic, local and seasonal menu.


When the weather is nice, our garden is one of the finest spots in Oxford to sit in, surrounded by architectural treasures, flowers and aromatic herbs. Hot water bottles & blankets are provided during the winter!

Prices

Traditional European menu

Starter Main
£4.80 £10.50
Drinks  
Filter Coffee £3.80
Extras  
Service 12.50%

Restaurant details

Highchair, Portions
60
70

Private dining

The Vaults Café is available for evening events from 7 - 10:45 pm and can accommodate 70 people (75 standing). This is a perfect venue for informal dining and social gatherings.


Evening hire of the Vaults Cafe has to be arranged through the University Church. To check availability and confirm pricing please email: universitychurch@ox.ac.uk

The Vaults and Garden Cafe Restaurant Diner Reviews

Reviews of The Vaults and Garden Cafe Restaurant in OX1, Oxford by users of Hardens.com. Also see the editors review of The Vaults and Garden Cafe restaurant.
Anne B
In the 15th century vaults of the Oxford un...
Reviewed 7 months, 2 days ago

"In the 15th century vaults of the Oxford university church. Very friendly. Daily choice of 3 or 4 freshly cooked dishes, including vegetarian and vegan for about £8.50. Generous helpings including potatoes or rice, and salad or vegetables.A great Oxford institution in the heart of the town and university, next to the Bodleian library."

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University Church of St Mary the Virgin, Radcliffe Sq, Oxford, OX1 4AH
Opening hours
Monday8 am-5:30 pm
Tuesday8 am-5:30 pm
Wednesday8 am-5:30 pm
Thursday8 am-5:30 pm
Friday8 am-5:30 pm
Saturday8 am-5:30 pm
Sunday8 am-5:30 pm

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