The Eagle and Child
Pub with a simple menu, best known for being a watering hole for CS Lewis and JRR Tolkien.
49 St Giles', Oxford OX1 3LU, United KingdomService options
- Dine-in
Offerings
- Alcohol
- Beer
- Food
- Spirits
- Wine
Amenities
- Toilets
Planning
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Debit cards
- NFC mobile payments
The Eagle and Child is a renowned restaurant located in the heart of Oxford, United Kingdom. It is a traditional English pub with a modern twist, serving classic British fare in a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
The restaurant has been in business for over a century, and its history can be seen in its classic décor. The walls are adorned with old photographs and paintings, and the wooden furniture is comfortable and inviting.
The menu is filled with traditional British dishes, such as fish and chips, bangers and mash, and steak and ale pie. There are also vegetarian and vegan options, as well as a selection of local ales and ciders.
The atmosphere at The Eagle and Child is warm and welcoming. The staff are friendly and attentive, and the restaurant is often filled with locals and tourists alike. It is the perfect place to relax and enjoy a meal with friends and family.
The Eagle and Child also offers a variety of special events, including live music and trivia nights. There is also a pub quiz every Wednesday night.
Whether you’re looking for a cozy spot to enjoy a classic British meal or a lively pub atmosphere, The Eagle and Child is the perfect place to spend an evening in Oxford. With its classic décor, friendly staff, and delicious food, The Eagle and Child is sure to provide you with an unforgettable experience.
Reviews
It was the most authentical pub I have ever been to and I was to a lot. For me it is a special place as I'm a huge fan of both Tolkien and Lewis. I enjoyed the food, cider and ale. The staff was nice and helpful. The place has its charm. But it is really tiny, I strongly recommend to make a reservation. You can't make a reservation on Saturday.
This pub is well known because The Inklings (Tolkien, CS Lewis, and GK Chesterton) used to meet here and workshop their writing weekly. It’s about 10 minutes walking from campus, easy. As a pub, it’s got plenty of tables, and we had no trouble being seated. This is a Nicholson’s pub, so if you like their usual fare, you’ll like the food here. They also have a special pie menu. The lentil and sweet potato pie was fantastic!
Intended to visit The Lamb and Flag across the road but their kitchen closed at an early 830pm. Which brought us serendipitously to this local gem. A proper historical pub full of atmosphere. Decent selection of cooked food and wide selection of beers. Bar staff were extremely friendly and patient too. We were just a tad amused when they wanted to check the identification cards of us 30 year old blokes. Tavern policy I suppose