The Duck on the Pond
South Newington, Oxfordshire
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In short: The Duck on the Pond is a restaurant in Oxfordshire, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 578 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome.
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About The Duck on the Pond
The Duck on the Pond is a gastropub in South Newington, near Banbury. The kitchen specialises in steaks and Sunday roasts. Diners report high-quality cooking, generous portions and good value, particularly on fixed-price menus. The cheddar and beer soup is noted as a signature dish.
Service is described as warm and attentive. The venue welcomes children and groups, takes bookings and allows dogs. It holds a food hygiene rating of 5 out of 5.
Menu & facilities
For the current menu and prices, see The Duck on the Pond's own website.
Opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM
- Thursday
- 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM
- Friday
- 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM
- Saturday
- 10:30 AM – 10:30 PM
- Sunday
- 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM
What's nearby
- St Peter ad Vincula Church next door
- SHM Automotive Ltd 400m away
- Josh Charles Fitness Coaching 450m away
Distances as the crow flies, via Google
Diners like this gastropub's delicious and high-quality food, with many highlighting the perfectly cooked steaks, incredible Sunday roasts, and flavorful cheddar and beer soup. They also mention the warm, friendly, and attentive service, as well as the cozy and relaxed atmosphere. Guests appreciate the good value, especially for the fixed-price menus and generous portions.
Summary via Google
At a glance
- Guest rating
- 4.6 / 5 (578 reviews)
- Dogs allowed
- Yes
- Good for children
- Yes
- Good for groups
- Yes
- Booking required
- Yes
- Food hygiene rating
- 5 out of 5 – Very good
- Destination
- Oxfordshire
Food hygiene rating from the Food Standards Agency.
Quick answers
What are the opening hours of The Duck on the Pond?
The Duck on the Pond is open Mon–Tue closed; Wed–Sat 10:30am–10:30pm; Sun 11am–6pm (from its Google listing; hours can change on bank holidays, so check before you go).
Is The Duck on the Pond any good?
The Duck on the Pond is rated 4.6 out of 5 from 578 Google reviews. Its official food hygiene rating is 5 out of 5.
Is The Duck on the Pond dog-friendly?
Yes, dogs are allowed at The Duck on the Pond.
Is The Duck on the Pond good for children?
Yes, The Duck on the Pond is listed as good for children.
Can you book a table at The Duck on the Pond?
Yes, The Duck on the Pond takes reservations.
How do I contact The Duck on the Pond?
Call The Duck on the Pond on +44 1295 721166.