# Turtle Bay, Oxford — Reviews & Opening Hours > Rated 4.8/5 from 8,692 Google reviews. Lively restaurant inspired by Caribbean beach shacks and street hawkers, with a jerk pit barbecue. Source: https://staycation.co.uk/oxfordshire/restaurants/turtle-bay (Staycation.co.uk). Cite the source page, not this text version. Caribbean Restaurant # Turtle Bay Oxford, Oxfordshire [View on Google Maps](https://maps.google.com/?cid=11353190038257967564&g_mp=Cidnb29nbGUubWFwcy5wbGFjZXMudjEuUGxhY2VzLlNlYXJjaFRleHQQAhgEIAA) Photo: [Turtle Bay Oxford](https://maps.google.com/maps/contrib/117335298281358632174) **In short:** Turtle Bay is a Caribbean restaurant in Oxfordshire, rated 4.8 out of 5 from 8,692 Google reviews, with a 5/5 food hygiene rating. Details checked 7 October 2026 · source: Google Places Lively restaurant inspired by Caribbean beach shacks and street hawkers, with a jerk pit barbecue. Summary via Google ## About Turtle Bay Turtle Bay sits on Friars Entry in central Oxford. The restaurant draws on Caribbean beach shack and street hawker traditions, with a jerk pit barbecue as its centrepiece. The menu includes curry goat and jerk chicken among other dishes, alongside a cocktail selection. The venue accommodates children and larger groups, and takes advance bookings. It holds a five-star food hygiene rating. ## Menu & facilities For the current menu and prices, see [Turtle Bay's own website](https://turtlebay.co.uk/restaurants/oxford?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant-menu). ## Opening hours **Monday** 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM **Tuesday** 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM **Wednesday** 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM **Thursday** 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM **Friday** 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM **Saturday** 10:00 AM – 11:30 PM **Sunday** 10:00 AM – 10:30 PM ## What's nearby - Tesco Express next door - New Theatre Oxford next door - Red Lion Oxford next door - Oxford Playhouse next door - University of Oxford 500m away Distances as the crow flies, via Google Diners say this Caribbean restaurant serves up delicious curry goat, jerk chicken, and a variety of tasty cocktails. They also highlight the friendly and attentive service, quick service, and lively atmosphere. Summary via Google ## At a glance **Guest rating** 4.8 / 5 (8,692 reviews) **Dogs allowed** No **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/836585). [More restaurants in Oxfordshire](https://staycation.co.uk/oxfordshire/restaurants) ★ 4.8 (8,692 reviews) Typical price range (Google) £30 – £40 [Visit official website](https://turtlebay.co.uk/restaurants/oxford?utm_source=staycation.co.uk&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=restaurant) [01865 242141](tel:01865242141) (please mention staycation.co.uk when calling) ### Quick Facts **Destination** Oxfordshire **Plus Code** 9C3WQP3Q+QX ### 🏨 Places to stay near Oxfordshire Hotels, B&Bs and self-catering on Booking.com, with live prices. 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