Now a chain of restaurants, Brown's is large and always busy, which gives it the modern bustling atmosphere that it is known for across Oxford. It boasts good quality home-made food and up-market surroundings at fair prices. The restaurant also has a small cocktail-style bar, popular amoung Oxford students and adults alike.

5-11 Woodstock Road, Oxford, OX2 6HA
Tel: 01865 511995

This French restaurant chain offers fantastic food for some really quite surprising prices. You can get a three course meal on Sunday for around £10, and the quality of the food ranks very highly. The staff are friendly and attentive and the atmosphere is pleasant. Definitely not one to miss.

9 Little Clarendon Street, Oxford, OX1 2HP
Tel: 01865 316616

This restaurant can be described very simply: great seafood. The dramatic interior compliments the fantastic fresh dishes. A huge class window at the end of the restaurant lets you fully appreciate the skill of the chefs. The seafood is caught by the chain up in Scotland, meaning that top quality fish is guaranteed. For those who would prefer something other than fish, there is a selection of meat dishes on the menu as well.

55 Walton Street, Jericho, Oxford, OX2 6AE
Tel: 01865 292510

Wow! This wonderfully informal restaurant offers a taste of real Japanese cooking, so long as you're prepared to share a table. The menu varies depending on the day, with Thursday as sushi night. With last orders at 8.30, it is recommended to arrive early in the evening. Highly recommended.

15 Holywell Street, Oxford, OX1 3SA
Tel: 01865 246916

Featuring a heavily nautical decor, there is little doubt that you are in a seafood restaurant. A extensive menu of fresh fish is offered, from steamed mussels to swordfish.

36 St Clements Street, Oxford, OX4 1AB
Tel: 01865 243003

The Quod restaurant is situated in an impressive Geogian building, with great views of an illuminated "old" Oxford. A wide selection of food is available, from crusty pizzas to homemade British favourites. With a buzzing atmosphere, it offers a great evening out for a variety of tastes.

92 - 94 High Street, Oxford, OX1 4BN
Tel: 01865 202505

Noodlebar is a great example of how fast-food really should be done. It won't offer you the best Asian cuisine in Oxford, but it does offer remarkably good food for very low prices, with a noodle dish for about £4. Staff are efficient and friendly, and you can be in and out within 15 minutes. Great for a quick lunchtime snack in a modern and vibrant atmosphere.

100 Gloucester Green, Oxford, OX1 2DF
Tel: 01865 201400

With a selection of pastas, risottos, fish and meat dishes, La Galleria is an Italian restaurant true to its name. The traditional food is of excellent quality, if not a little pricey.

2 Market Place, Woodstock, OX20 1TA
Tel: 01993 813381