# The Handlebar, Oxford — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.4/5 from 1,553 Google reviews. Casual cafe with whitewashed bricks and cycling artefacts, for artisan coffee, breakfast and snacks. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/oxfordshire/restaurants/the-handlebar (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Brunch Restaurant 🐾 Dogs Welcome # The Handlebar Oxford, Oxfordshire [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=8174064702058948523&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [James McPhail](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/117691236359551827602) **In short:** The Handlebar is a brunch restaurant in Oxfordshire, rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1,553 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating and dogs welcome. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places Casual cafe with whitewashed bricks and cycling artefacts, for artisan coffee, breakfast and snacks. Summary via Google ## About The Handlebar The Handlebar sits on St Michael's Street with whitewashed brick walls and cycling décor throughout. It serves artisan coffee, breakfast and snacks in a casual setting. The brunch menu includes options such as kimchi pancakes and French toast, with vegetarian and gluten-free dishes available. Dogs are welcome, and the venue accommodates children and larger groups by booking. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [The Handlebar's own website](http://www.handlebaroxford.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Tuesday** 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Wednesday** 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Thursday** 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Friday** 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM **Saturday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM **Sunday** 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM ## What's nearby - O'neill's Oxford next door - George Oxford Hotel next door - St Peter's College next door - New Theatre Oxford next door - University of Oxford 600m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners like this cafe's delicious and creative brunch options, including kimchi pancakes and French toast, with many vegetarian and gluten-free choices. They also highlight the friendly and attentive staff, as well as the cozy atmosphere. Some reviews mention the service can be inefficient. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.4 / 5 (1,553 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](https://ratings.food.gov.uk/business/929926). [More restaurants in Oxfordshire](https://staycation.co.uk/oxfordshire/restaurants) ★ 4.4 (1,553 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £10 – £20 [Visit official website](http://www.handlebaroxford.com/?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [07386 251961](tel:07386251961) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Oxfordshire **Plus Code** 9C3WQP3Q+8R ### 🏨 Places to stay near Oxfordshire Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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Call The Handlebar on +44 7386 251961. ## More near The Handlebar ### Hotels & B&Bs nearby - [Vanbrugh House Hotel ★ 4.0 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/oxford/hotels/vanbrugh-house-hotel) - [George Oxford Hotel ★ 3.7 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/oxford/hotels/george-oxford-hotel) - [The Bocardo Hotel ★ 3.5 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/oxford/hotels/the-bocardo-hotel) - [The George Street Hotel ★ 4.1 · next door](https://staycation.co.uk/oxford/hotels/the-george-street-hotel) ### Holiday cottages nearby - [The Burley ★ 1.0 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/oxford/cottages/the-burley-ukc6397) - [The Hopkins 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/oxford/cottages/the-hopkins-ukc6399) - [Florence of Oxford 2.0 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/oxford/cottages/florence-of-oxford-syk1200071) - [The Garden Room 4.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/cherwell/cottages/the-garden-room-uk35679) ### Campsites nearby - [Valley Farm Campsite ★ 4.1 · 3.5 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/oxford/camping/valley-farm-campsite) - [Greenacres Campsite ★ 4.4 · 4.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/horspath/camping/greenacres-campsite-horspath) - [Green Acres Farm Certificated Site ★ 4.4 · 4.3 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/horspath/camping/green-acres-farm-certificated-site-horspath) - [Oxford Riverside Glamping ★ 4.7 · 4.4 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/witney/camping/oxford-riverside-glamping) ### Things to do nearby - [Oxford Castle & Prison ★ 4.4 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/oxford/attractions/oxford-castle-prison) - [Footprint Tours Oxford ★ 4.8 · 0.1 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/oxford/attractions/footprint-tours-oxford) - [The Ashmolean Museum ★ 4.7 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/oxford/attractions/the-ashmolean-museum) - [Modern Art Oxford ★ 4.4 · 0.2 mi](https://staycation.co.uk/oxford/attractions/modern-art-oxford)