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Came here for some cocktails and was served by one of the rudest and most abrupt people I have ever met. He actually tutted and me and thew a little strop. Not a good experience.Older looking gent with dark hair I think he was Spanish or Portuguese. He needs to go!!As this place has let itself down.He actually said something to my friend that was quite offensive and homophobic about picking a girly cocktail. And asked them not to hold hands as it was not that kind of establishment.Horrendous in this day and age. Are we back in the 1940s this guy clearly is.

Called in on the way back from Skipton.I have very fond memories of this place and have always considered it a great place to eat but on this occasion I was sadly disappointed. We should have known when we walked in and there was only one other couple in there, should have walked back out again.We both ordered the sausage and mash in a Yorkshire pudding........reheated, hard sausages, swimming in salty, lumpy gravy.The whole place had a strange feeling with the staff not really knowing what they were doing and the scruffy chef walking about with nothing to do.As we were paying for our meal (over £20) I noticed that the soup terrine had a lovely layer of thick dust on it so I would suggest not ordering the soup......if you're brave enough to go.

Me and a few friends stumbled upon here after having a little beer crawl on the Cowley Road. The service was very friendly and the staff were all happy, in comparison to a couple of places you visit along the Cowley road. We were drinking mainly bottled beers so can’t comment on the cocktails - but one of our group had one of the variations of a Long Island and it was very strong and delicious - definitely legit!The prices were reasonable in comparison to central Oxford and the atmosphere was good - no ridiculously loud/chanting drunk People - all very calm and pleasant.We look forward to our next visit!

Lovely food and surroundings! Only problem is cash only and not stated on entering

Such a warm welcome from staff who gave us choice of table. 3 areas all with roaring log fires. Food ordered, so much mouthwatering dishes we'll definitely be returning even though it's about an hours drive from where we live. Well done Cross Keys staff.

Absolutely delicious cocktails, some of the best I’ve ever had. Lovely friendly service and very reasonable prices.

Used to come here alot as a child, i remember being able to get to the canal without having to go thru the pub? However i did used to go when it was daytime. Couldnt see a path anywhere this time?

Popped mid afternoon today for lunch. No sign of a beer garden with access as advertised on the website but managed to find a table with sun shade at the front of the pub close to the noisy main road. Was looking to sit in the garden with a little privacy so a bit disappointed. Went to order a prawn sandwich on Bloomer bread with salad garnish to be informed they are only available Mon to Sat. Instead ordered a prawn cocktail for the same price of £7.95! I was surprised when it arrived served with a slice of Bloomer bread and felt my request for a sandwich could have been accommodated. It was a disappointing portion for the price and could have done with some tomato along with the shredded lettuce to make it a bit more tasty. An extra slice of bread would have allowed me to make my own sandwich and for the price paid it is all a bit silly trying to make a packet for the saving of money on a slice of bloomer. My partner found a big piece of bone in his Thai chicken tagliatelle, which was sadly lacking in flavour also. Apart from that the pub was nice and lots of dogs around who were friendlier than the staff, which made it worth a stop by. Would try it again due to the nice location. Room for improvement.

I heard good music and decided to visit and see if it has what my friends and I are looking for good music with a friendly atmosphere and great service comparison to the places near by, it's better than I expected, my friends are in for a real treat this place has it all and a guy that cares about the customers and he's a magician the way he makes amazing cocktails with reasonable prices, looking forward to my next visit with some friends!

Dead good! Steak and ale pie for about £10, proper pie, clearly homemade and the gravy was delicious. Big portions too! They take a while to serve but it's a lovely comfy warm pub and they're really friendly. Highly recommended.