Gees Restaurant & Bar

You'll spot this striking Victorian conservatory from halfway down Banbury Road – the soaring glass ceiling and wrought iron framework make Gees impossible to miss in Park Town. Step inside and you're transported into what feels like a grand botanical garden, complete with towering palms and enough natural light to make even Oxford's greyest days feel Mediterranean. The kitchen turns out confident modern European dishes that match the grandeur of the setting. Think pan-roasted cod with samphire and brown butter, or their excellent Sunday roasts that draw families from across North Oxford. The wine list is properly curated, and service strikes that perfect balance between attentive and unobtrusive. It's the sort of place that works equally well for a romantic dinner or celebrating your mum's birthday.