Cherwell Boathouse Restaurant Menu

E a r l y S u m m e r M e n u - S t a r t e r s

  • Gazpacho

    £7.25

    watermelon (vegan)

  • Ham Hock Terrine

    £7.25

    carrot ketchup, pickled vegetables, potato crisps

  • Courgette Flower

    £7.25

    ricotta, tomato, chilli, rocket pesto

  • Seared Tuna Loin

    £12.50

    spaghetti vegetables, spring onions, lapsang souchong

  • Gravadlax

    £7.25

    heritage beetroot, croutons, lemon emulsion, dill

  • Bayonne Ham

    £9.75

E a r l y S u m m e r M e n u - M a i n s

  • Lamb Rump,

    £26.00

    bean purée, broccolini, runner beans, salsa verde

  • 8oz Longhorn Sirloin Steak

    £30.50

    tomato, portobello mushroom, triple cooked chips, green peppercorn sauce

  • Cotswold Chicken breast

    £22.25

    broad beans, mash potato, tarragon, fricassée sauce

  • Breaded Halloumi

    £22.25

    onion ketchup, fennel slaw, pak choi, onion relish

  • Chana Masala

    £22.25

    spinach, yoghurt, coriander, pickled lemon (can be made vegan)

  • Sea Bream

    £22.25

    samphire, spätzle, olive, tomato, oregano

  • Halibut

    £28.50

    baba ganoush, courgette, chick peas, lavosh cracker

E a r l y S u m m e r M e n u - M a i n s - Sides

  • French Fries

    £3.75

  • Roasted New Potatoes

    £3.25

  • Broccoli

    £3.25

E a r l y S u m m e r M e n u - D e s s e r t s

  • Iced Banana Parfait

    £7.25

    salt caramel, peanut, candied banana

  • Strawberry Elderflower jelly

    £9.50

  • Cherry Almond Tart,

    £7.25

    milk sorbet

  • Poached Peach

    £7.25

    pistachio, mint, apricot sorbet (vegan)

  • Chocolate Marquise

    £7.25

    coffee ganache, yoghurt ice cream

E a r l y S u m m e r M e n u - C h e e s e s

  • Mrs Bell’s Blue

    £4.25

    sheep, hard

  • Amber Mist

    £4.75

    cow, mature cheddar with whisky

  • Stinking Bishop

    £4.75

    cow, sof

  • Bath Soft,

    £4.75

    cow, sof

  • Rachel

    £4.75

    goat, semi hard

  • Sharing Board

    £23.25

    (5 cheeses)

E a r l y S u m m e r M e n u - C h i l d r e n ’ s M e n u

  • Pork Sausages

    £7.95

    French fries & mixed salad

  • Breaded Fish Cake

    £7.95

    French fries & mixed salad

  • Vegetarian Burger

    £7.95

    French fries & mixed salad

  • Breaded Chicken Goujons

    £7.95

    French fries & mixed salad

  • Ice cream for dessert

    £3.50

  • sorbet for dessert

    £3.50

C h i l d r e n ’ s M e n u - M a i n s

  • Pork Sausages

    £7.95

    French fries & mixed salad

  • Breaded Fish Cake

    £7.95

    French fries & mixed salad

  • Vegetarian Burger

    £7.95

    French fries & mixed salad

  • Breaded Chicken Goujons

    £7.95

    French fries & mixed salad

  • Sunday Roast

    £7.95

    (Sunday only, beef or lamb)

  • Ice Cream for dessert

    £3.50

  • Sorbet for Dessert

    £3.50

S u n d a y L u n c h M e n u - S t a r t e r s

  • Asparagus & Wild Garlic Soup

    £7.25

    vegan

  • Burrata

    £10.00

    caper, hazelnut, samphire, lemon dressing

  • Chargrilled Asparagus

    £7.25

    wild garlic pesto, flageolet bean purée, radish

  • Chicken & Jersey Royal Terrine

    £7.25

    piccalilli, crisp bread

  • Crab Salad

    £12.75

    chilli, pickled cucumber, yuzu emulsion

  • Charred Octopus

    £7.25

    , heritage beetroot, almond, white balsamic dressing

S u n d a y L u n c h M e n u - S u n d a y R o a s t

  • Cotswold Chicken Breast

    £21.25

  • Leg of Lamb

    £22.75

  • Striped Bass

    £21.25

    butter sauce

  • Rib of Longhorn Beef

    £25.75

S u n d a y L u n c h M e n u - M a i n s

  • Cheese & Onion Risotto,

    £21.25

    comté, pickled onion, cashew garlic crumb

  • Red Lentil Dahl

    £21.25

    pickled carrots, lime, yoghurt, mint (vegan)

  • Turbot

    £29.75

    spätzle, pickled mushrooms, aubergine, olive, feta

S u n d a y L u n c h M e n u - D e s s e r t s

  • Banana Bread

    £7.25

    cream cheese icing, pecan, caramel sauce

  • Coconut Pannacotta

    £7.25

    passion fruit, pineapple, mango sorbet

  • Lemon Posset

    £7.25

    meringue, almond crisp

  • Set Buttermilk cream

    £9.75

    strasberry, pineberry, sourdough ice cream, rose velouté

  • Chocolate Tart

    £7.25

    orange sorbet

S u n d a y L u n c h M e n u - C h e e s e s

  • Mrs Bells Blue

    £4.00

    sheep, hard

  • Ravens Oak Brie

    £4.50

    goat, semi soft

  • Amber Mist

    £4.50

    cow, mature cheddar with whisky

  • Rachel

    £4.50

    goat, semi hard

  • Stinking Bishop

    £4.50

    cow, soft

  • Sharing Board

    £22.00

    (5 cheeses

S u n d a y L u n c h M e n u - C h i l d r e n ’ s M e n u

  • Pork Sausages

    £7.95

    French fries & mixed salad

  • Breaded Fish Cake

    £7.95

    French fries & mixed salad

  • Vegetarian Burger

    £7.95

    French fries & mixed salad

  • Breaded Chicken Goujons

    £7.95

    French fries & mixed salad

  • Ice cream for dessert

    £3.50

  • sorbet for dessert

    £3.50
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Nestled on the banks of the River Cherwell, the Cherwell Boathouse Restaurant in Oxford offers a quintessentially English dining experience, enhanced by its picturesque riverside setting and refined yet relaxed atmosphere. The Cherwell Boathouse Restaurant Menu is a carefully curated reflection of seasonal British cuisine, showcasing the chef’s commitment to both innovation and tradition.

The à la carte options deliver an elevated take on classic dishes, with mains such as the roast breast of guinea fowl served with heritage carrots, or pan-fried Cornish hake complemented by a delicate saffron velouté. For starters, the beetroot and goat’s cheese tart or the pressed terrine of confit duck stand out not just for their presentation but also for the balance of texture and flavour. Dessert lovers will appreciate choices like the dark chocolate délice or the pear and almond tart, each plated with finesse and artistic flair.

What sets the Cherwell Boathouse apart is not just its gastronomic offering, but the ambiance-especially during warmer months when diners can enjoy al fresco meals on the deck or rent punts for a post-lunch river escape. The wine list, curated with an evident passion for Old World selections, is extensive and intelligently matched to the food menu. Service is professional, attentive without being intrusive, adding to the overall high-end yet approachable feel of the establishment.

Compared to other Oxford dining spots, the Cherwell Boathouse excels in marrying locality with elegance. While prices lean towards the premium end, the quality of ingredients, thoughtful presentation, and idyllic riverside setting make it a memorable culinary destination. Whether you're a local seeking a special meal or a visitor drawn to Oxford’s charm, this restaurant delivers a refined experience that reflects the best of British dining.