Seven Stars - South Oxfordshire

My only criticism would be that the wooden chairs were uncomfortable because they had very small seats, and there was a very strong smell of cleaning agent, like dettol, when we first arrived which dissipated once the food smells commenced. Perhaps they could buy some larger chairs and change their cleaning fluid to something less pungent? However, the service and food was really great.

A great atmosphere and welcoming, friendly service. The menu was good pub fare and everything that came out of the kitchen looked to a very good standard. Our burgers were delicious. Really enjoyed the local ales a real gem of a place.

This place had been recommended to me by a close friend she rates it highly. It is in a quaint village setting, in front of a huge green area. We went for Sunday lunch there was good choice of meals and roasts though no poultry roast option so we chose lamb and nut roast. The meal came quickly, the dining area of this country pub is very nice, although felt pads on the legs of the wooden chairs to avoid the constant screeching of chairs across a hard floor is just one suggestion to improve the ambiance. The food was very good staff were attentive. We didn't want the cauliflower cheese veggie accompanyment so we should have really gotten more of the other veggies as compensation, but thats a small quibble. More gravy came without hesitatation when requested. Food was hot and fresh, the nut roast was delicious and my partner's lamb was very nice. We waited for 30 moniutes before having dessert the menu is extensive so save some room and the desserts was very good, the brownie far outweighing the crumble, to be fair. They seem to specialise in homemade icecreams and various types of brownies so opt for these, I think... Desserts were well received. We moved into the pub area with our drinks an excellent glass of Rioja for £4... and read the Sunday papers there. The only downside was the constant door slamming of the staff tooing and froing to the kitchen which we asked to be adjusted but the young female waitressing staff just shrugged and said they couldn't do anything... That was the only real complaint something does need to be done about it as it ruins the atmosphere and is very irritating. A very nice place to eat and spend a Sunday afternoon.

Pub was packed when we got there but staff looked after us and made sure we knew what was going on. It's the second time I'd been and really enjoyed it. The burger is awesome and just the right size for lunch! They have really have turned it around from what it was many years ago and is well worth a go. The garden is great in the sunshine as well!

We had a great time; the food and the service was excellent. We'll definitely come again! The Seven Stars also welcomes dogs.