The best restaurants in Yarnton, Gosford and Water Eaton Cherwell South East

If you're on the hunt for the ultimate fish and chips experience in the UK, look no further than Smarts Fish & Chips. This gem of a restaurant truly sets the gold standard for Britain’s beloved dish. Let’s talk about the fish: perfectly golden, crispy batter encases the freshest, flakiest fish you’ll ever taste. It’s cooked to absolute perfection—never too greasy, just beautifully light and flavorful. And the chips? Hand-cut, fluffy on the inside, and with just the right amount of crunch on the outside. Paired with their homemade tartar sauce and mushy peas, it’s a combination that’ll transport you straight to culinary heaven. Everything is cooked to order, ensuring every bite is hot, fresh, and satisfying. Whether you’re a local or just passing through, Smarts Fish & Chips is a must-visit. It’s more than a meal—it’s a quintessential British experience, done better than anywhere else. Hands down, the best fish and chips in the UK!

A local large pub with a large garden and seating. A fair range of ales. Beers are well kept and offerings are rotated fairly frequently.

Had a lovely meal out with a large group. Alina, our server was super attentive and friendly. Made us feel really welcome and nothing was too much for her. Food was excellent, extremely delicious and the table went silent for the first time of the evening😂

Our very large family party came for lunch on 22 December. I had sent our food preferences ahead and the staff were spot on with our choices. The service was first class. Warm and friendly. The food was very good. I had the steak pie and would definitely recommend this. My family were meeting from all directions and we said The Royal Sun was an excellent choice and will definitely make this a family tradition at this time of the year.

Really delicious unpretentious menu and all cooked perfectly. Staff are both attentive and unobtrusive at the same time. Wonderful Ale and Lager selection and the wines available appealing to all tastes and wallet. Open fires so welcoming and the ambiance is cosy and warm.

The food was rustic with fantastic flavours. I went for the surf clams which were incredible and then the fennel sausages which were really lovely. My partner went for olives and then confit delica pumpkin. Really good cookery. The chef cook to order and came out for a friendly chat. We will definitely be returning. The kitchen is just outside of Yarnton not North Yorkshire which this address seems to suggest !

Had both dinner and breakfast here whilst staying at the Holiday Inn, part of the meal deal package. Good choices for dinner and a good choice for buffet breakfast. Service was a little slow on the evening even though the restaurant was quiet - it was a Tuesday so not peak day for meals out. Definitely worth what we paid.

Well Mayflower you did excellent tonight New Years Eve Telephone take away was quick Delivery was fast and food was excellent Thank you big improvement from last year 👏👏👏

Looks lovely and is very equipped and more than you would want to see, however it’s very expensive. We used to visit a lot before the renovation, but now it’s turning out like most garden centre in the area and becoming a franchise with high costs. We had lunch in the cafe and was very average.

just been here for a salad for my lunch!got the shredded chicken with bacon,its the best salad ive ever had. i ordered on the app and collected,when i arrived it was ready and the server was very smiley and polite. couldnt recommend enough!THANKS