Reviews

Now, you have 1415 evaluations from 7 website(s) at your disposal. The midpoint review for The Little Bell is 4, denoting that guests have a very high opinion of this restaurant. The Bell restaurant and hotel has received mixed reviews lately, with some customers expressing disappointment in the service and food quality. Concerns were raised about staff turnover leading to subpar service, small portions, and rude management. Despite these issues, many guests have praised the location, ambiance, and comfort of the rooms. Some have had positive experiences with friendly staff, tasty food, and spacious accommodations. While improvements are needed in certain areas, The Bell remains a popular choice for those looking for a charming village gastro pub with close proximity to attractions like Blenheim Palace.

Overall Total Score
4 out of 5
Impressive | 1415 reviews

Reviews from various websites

Tripadvisor
3.9 ★ from 474 reviews
sunpickle
05.02.2024 - 20:56

Haven’t visited since Jan 2020 Had read the recent reviews but was prepared to give it another go, as really love it for my birthday though they didn’t know tha...

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Daenelle
05.02.2024 - 20:56

Oh dear. Please train your staff… I’ve been coming to the Bell for more than 10 years, and have loved it and recommended it to all my friends… But not at the mo...

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MichL59
05.02.2024 - 20:56

Sunday lunch. A shame we weren't told there was no lamb before the waiter came to take our orders. Dad ordered chicken which came with fries so he asked for pro...

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Departure22861569447
05.02.2024 - 20:56

Had Sunday lunch here before and faultless so today very disappointing. Having waited for sometime for someone to greet us we found our own table. the only one...

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Karen
05.02.2024 - 20:56

I have visited the restaurant and hotel several times. I’ve never had reason to complain. Dinner last night was such a disappointment. The food is poor. The sou...

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Gastroranking-it
1.6 ★ from 10 reviews
BernardH488
28.04.2024 - 21:49

I used to be a big supporter of The Bell, but my recent experience was shocking. I tried to make a lunch reservation online without success, and when I called 1...

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Holly
28.04.2024 - 21:49

This place used to be amazing and I’ve visited for years. We have just had the most appalling aloof service, tasteless food; soufflé undercooked and cold in the...

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spam
28.04.2024 - 21:49

Very, very disappointing. We've been to The Bell on numerous occasions but after today would reconsider bringing friends and won't be back for a while. Catastro...

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joannewaterman120
28.04.2024 - 21:49

Disappointed with the food, I ordered a roast lamb Sunday lunch, the portions were very small and I have never seen such thinly sliced fatty lamb! Cauliflower c...

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steve
28.04.2024 - 21:49

We had been avoiding this restaurant for a couple of years, but heard that the previous manager had been dismissed. We decided to give it another try for a coup...

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Menu
4.6 ★ from 5 reviews
Stephen
31.08.2020 - 09:03

This is probably my favourite place to stay in Oxfordshire. Very hygienic. Food is great. You pay for what you get. Good selection of alcohol.

Christopher
31.08.2020 - 09:03

The Bell is my parent's local pub/restaurant, and as such we often come here for some fine dining when I am visiting.

영진
31.08.2020 - 09:03

I couldn't help feeling that this could have been better.

Sebastian
20.05.2022 - 22:17

Nicely ordered foodie pub. extensive menu so much choice, decent portion size.

André
20.05.2022 - 22:17

Village gastro pub, only from a34 to m40. handy for boxenstopp! friendly. large parking space. contemporary decor is not faux rustic. party of 13. service and p...

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Opentable
4.5 ★ from 267 reviews
Gastroranking-uk
3.9 ★ from 674 reviews

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